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Wabaseemoong Independent Nations, Government of Canada and Government of Ontario to sign historic agreement related to child and family services

Please be advised that Chief Waylon Scott, Wabaseemoong Independent Nations; the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services; and the Honourable Greg Rickford, Ontario Minister of Indigenous Affairs, will participate in a signing ceremony of a trilateral coordination agreement on child and family services with Wabaseemoong Independent Nations.

992 days ago by Natural Resources Canada from cic

Minister Wilkinson Wraps Up Successful Energy Conference in Houston

The Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Natural Resources, joined his international counterparts, provincial and municipal leaders and energy industry representatives at CERAWeek 2022 in Houston, Texas, this week to discuss energy security and the global transition to a net-zero economy amid Russian aggression in Ukraine and the ongoing climate crisis.

992 days ago by Canadian Space Agency from cic

Canada begins design phase of Canadarm3 for Lunar Gateway

Canada is a global leader in the space robotics market thanks to strategic investments by the Government of Canada. Today the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, announced that Brampton-based company MacDonald, Dettwiler and Associates Ltd. (MDA) will receive $268.9 million to execute the second phase of Canadarm3. Through this design work, Canadian industry will push its capabilities and know-how in space robotics further than ever before.

992 days ago by National Defence from cic

Defence Minister Anand and Chief of the Defence Staff conclude visit to Europe

Today, Defence Minister Anita Anand, accompanied by Chief of the Defence Staff (CDS), General Wayne Eyre, concluded a trip to Europe during which they reaffirmed Canada’s strong support to Ukraine and commitment to working with North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Allies and partners to strengthen the Alliance’s deterrence and defence posture, and support the security of the region.

992 days ago by Correctional Service Canada from cic

Lockdown and search at Mission Institution – Medium security unit

On March 8, 2022, a lockdown was put in place in the medium-security unit at Mission Institution, to enable staff members to conduct an exceptional search.

992 days ago by Employment and Social Development Canada from cic

Government of Canada to announce support for post-secondary education

The Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion, Carla Qualtrough, will participate in a Facebook live event with President of Vancouver Island University, Dr. Deborah (Deb) Saucier and other representatives to discuss the Canada Learning Bond and how more young Canadians and parents can access this support.

992 days ago by Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency from cic

Government of Canada to announce support for PEI Bioscience sector

The Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Official Languages and Minister responsible for ACOA, will be in Charlottetown to provide details on two new projects in support of the bioscience sector of Prince Edward Island (PEI).

992 days ago by Global Affairs Canada from cic

Deputy ministers of Foreign Affairs and Defence meet with Japanese counterparts to strengthen bilateral strategic partnership

Marta Morgan, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Bill Matthews, Deputy Minister of National Defence, today met with their Japanese counterparts, Yamada Shigeo, Senior Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs, and Tsuchimichi Akihiro, Vice Minister of Defense for International Affairs, in the fifth Canada-Japan Political, Peace and Security Subcabinet 2+2 Dialogue, hosted virtually by Canada.

992 days ago by Infrastructure Canada from cic

Major upgrades coming to Brentwood Town Centre Station in Burnaby, B.C.

Today, Terry Beech, Member of Parliament for Burnaby North—Seymour, on behalf of the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities, Kevin Quinn, TransLink CEO, and Mike Hurley, Mayor of Burnaby announced funding for major upgrades to the Brentwood SkyTrain Station.

992 days ago by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada from cic

Backgrounder: Supply Management Processing Investment Fund

The new, $292.5-million Supply Management Processing Investment Fund supports investments in processing facilities that improve productivity and efficiency through the acquisition of new automated equipment and technology.

992 days ago by Employment and Social Development Canada from cic

Backgrounder: List of Successful Projects

The following projects will receive up to $26.5 million in funding under the Foreign Credential Recognition Program over the next three years:

992 days ago by Employment and Social Development Canada from cic

Government of Canada announces support for skilled newcomers to enter the job market

The pandemic has had a significant impact on the labour market causing worker shortages across many industries. To address the changing labour supply, the Government of Canada is investing in projects that will support the skills and employment needs of workers and employers by prioritizing underrepresented workers, to build a diverse and inclusive workforce.

992 days ago by Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions from cic

Media advisory – Minister Pascale St-Onge visiting Wendake and Québec

The Minister of Sport and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED), the Honourable Pascale St-Onge, will visit Wendake and Québec today. While there, she will take the opportunity to meet with various key economic development and community sport stakeholders. Minister St-Onge will also visit OPTEL and AddÉnergie, two thriving businesses that are contributing to a green recovery in Quebec.

992 days ago by Global Affairs Canada from cic

Minister Ng to visit India, Israel, West Bank, and the United Arab Emirates

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development will visit Delhi, India from March 10 to 13; Israel and the West Bank from March 13 to 16; and lastly, Dubai and Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates from March 16 to 20, 2022.

992 days ago by Correctional Service Canada from cic

Death of an inmate from Saskatchewan Penitentiary

On March 9, 2022, Brendan Vermette, an inmate from Saskatchewan Penitentiary died while in our custody.

992 days ago by Global Affairs Canada from cic

Minister Ng to visit India, Israel, West Bank, and the United Arab Emirates

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development will visit Delhi, India from March 10 to 13; Israel and the West Bank from March 13 to 16; and finally, Dubai and Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates from March 16 to 20, 2022.

992 days ago by National Defence from cic

Arctic Security: Canadian Armed Forces Exercise Alongside U.S. Allies

In February and March 2022, the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) is participating in several recurring joint Arctic exercises alongside the United States (U.S.) military in Alaska and other locations across North America to enhance the ability of our military organizations to operate effectively together.

992 days ago by Prairies Economic Development Canada from cic

Government of Canada makes key investments to boost Tourism in Alberta

Over $1.34 million to help Indigenous tourism organizations build resiliency, increase safety for visitors and develop new experiences to showcase Alberta as a premier Indigenous tourism destination.

992 days ago by Natural Resources Canada from cic

New EV Chargers Coming to Ontario

Today, Leah Taylor Roy, Member of Parliament for Aurora—Oak Ridges—Richmond Hill, on behalf of the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Natural Resources, announced a $315,000 investment in Ivy Charging Network, a joint project between Hydro One Limited and Ontario Power Generation (OPG), to install 63 Level 2 EV chargers across Ontario.

992 days ago by Employment and Social Development Canada from cic

$15-a-day child care for families in Newfoundland and Labrador

Too many families across Canada lack access to high quality, affordable, flexible and inclusive child care. That is why the Government of Canada has laid out a plan to provide families in Canada with, on average, $10 a day child care for children under six years of age by March 2026.

992 days ago by Natural Resources Canada from cic

Canada Launches Impact Canada Oil Spill Response Challenge

The Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Natural Resources, today launched the $10-million Impact Canada Oil Spill Response Challenge, which encourages innovators to develop rapidly deployable solutions to detect oil spills and to increase oil spill recovery rates in a Canadian context.

992 days ago by Infrastructure Canada from cic

Government of Canada and its partners support enhanced active transportation in East Hants

Today, Kody Blois, Member of Parliament for Kings–Hants, on behalf of the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities; John A. MacDonald, Member of the House of Assembly for Hants East, on behalf of the Honourable Tory Rushton, Minister of Natural Resources and Renewables; and Eleanor Roulston, Warden of the Municipality of East Hants, announced funding for active transportation infrastructure in the Municipality of East Hants.

992 days ago by CIC News from cicnews

How to apply for a Canadian open work permit

Open work permits allow foreign workers the flexibility to choose where they work in Canada. Oftentimes, foreign nationals who want to work in Canada need a work permit. These permits may be tied to a specific employer, or occupation. By contrast, open work permits allow for freedom of movement, whether it is between workplaces, occupations […]

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992 days ago by Public Safety Canada from cic

Government of Canada supports Indigenous youth in BC through a new program to reduce violence

Helping Indigenous youth in Canada make positive choices and build their skills will help them live lives free from violence. That is why the Government of Canada is investing in crime prevention projects tailored to the needs of youth, through the National Crime Prevention Strategy (NCPS).

992 days ago by FedNor from cic

Government of Canada to make an announcement to help Northeastern Ontario businesses transition to a green economy

Viviane Lapointe, Member of Parliament for Sudbury, will be joined by Marc G. Serré, Member of Parliament for Nickel Belt and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Official Languages, to make an important announcement to help small and medium-sized enterprises in Northeastern Ontario transition to a low carbon economy. The announcement will be made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor.