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Media advisory - Montréal, Quebec

The Samuel De Champlain Bridge will be lit in the colours of the Canadian flag from sunset to 1 a.m. this evening to mark the opening of the 2022 Winter Paralympic Games.

998 days ago by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada from cic

Governments of Canada and British Columbia to make a historic announcement about high-speed Internet

The Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development, together with the Honourable Lisa Beare, British Columbia Minister of Citizens` Services, will make a historic announcement on improving high-speed Internet in rural and remote British Columbia communities.

998 days ago by CIC News from cicnews

How to extend your temporary status in Canada

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) offers a number of options that allow temporary residents to stay in Canada, even when waiting on a decision for permanent residence, or temporary residence. For example, maintained status means temporary residents who apply for a new temporary status do not necessarily have to leave Canada if their documents […]

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998 days ago by Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada from cic

Canada and the Alexander First Nation reach settlement agreement on Trust Account Claim

Today, Chief George Arcand Jr. and the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, announced that the Alexander First Nation and the Government of Canada have reached a settlement on the First Nation's Trust Account Claim.

998 days ago by Prairies Economic Development Canada from cic

Government of Canada to facilitate e-commerce adoption for Alberta’s small businesses

Government of Canada to announce federal support to help Alberta’s small businesses enhance their digital presence and reach new customers.

998 days ago by Infrastructure Canada from cic

Canada, Ontario and Mississauga announce funding to modernize public transit in Mississauga

Joint federal, provincial, and municipal funding through the Investing in Canada Plan will support three public transit projects in the City of Mississauga. These investments will support increased capacity, quality and safety of public transit within the city.

998 days ago by Correctional Service Canada from cic

Death of an inmate from Grand Valley Institution

On March 3, 2022, Lois Jean Reid, an inmate from Grand Valley Institution, died while in our custody of apparent natural causes.

998 days ago by Correctional Service Canada from cic

Death of an inmate from the Regional Psychiatric Centre

On March 3, 2022, Anthony Wood, an inmate from the Regional Psychiatric Centre, died while in our custody of apparent natural causes following an illness.

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

Backgrounder - Government of Canada supports innovative solutions for agricultural challenges

Innovative Solutions Canada (ISC) is a challenge-based research and development program that supports Canadian small businesses and innovators to develop novel solutions to complex problems.

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

Government of Canada supports innovative solutions for agricultural challenges

Canada is a global leader in agricultural innovation and technological development. The Government of Canada recognizes the importance of agricultural innovation, as it helps support sustainability and keeps the sector competitive and well-positioned for the future. Today, the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, announced over $1 million in funding for seven businesses under the Innovative Solutions Canada (ISC) program.

998 days ago by FedNor from cic

Government of Canada to make an announcement to support enhancements to Kivi Park

Marc G. Serré, Member of Parliament for Nickel Belt and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Official Languages, accompanied by Viviane Lapointe, Member of Parliament for Sudbury, will make an important announcement to help Kivi Park build back better. The announcement will be made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor.

998 days ago by Transport Canada from cic

Federal Minister of Transport to make an important announcement on the return of cruise ships in Canada, and on trade funding at the Port of Halifax

HALIFAX, NOVA SCOTIA – The Minister of Transport, the Honourable Omar Alghabra, Member of Parliament for Halifax, Andy Fillmore, and the President and CEO of the Port of Halifax, Captain Allan Gray, will provide an important announcement on the return of cruise ships in Canada and will announce trade funding for the Port of Halifax.

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

Improving Processing Capacity in Ontario’s Meat and Poultry Sector

New investments will increase efficiency and optimize food safety in provincial meat plants. The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing $900,000 through the Canadian Agricultural Partnership to launch an innovative tool to connect meat and poultry farmers with abattoirs that have available processing capacity and to support recruitment, retention and training initiatives in the industry.

998 days ago by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada from cic

Canadian educational institutions support Afghan newcomers

The Government of Canada is working hard to resettle at least 40,000 Afghan nationals as quickly and safely as possible. Canada has now welcomed a total of 8,580 Afghan refugees, with more arriving every week.

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

Invitation to media – The Honourable Pascale St-Onge, accompanied by Sophie Chatel, to announce Government of Canada support for Réseau des SADC et CAE du Québec

The Honourable Pascale St-Onge, Member of Parliament for Brome–Missisquoi, Minister of Sport and Minister responsible for CED, will announce Government of Canada financial support for the Virage vert project in Quebec’s regions being implemented by the Réseau des Société d’aide au développement des collectivités (SADC) et Centre d’aide aux entreprises (CAE). She will be accompanied for the occasion by Sophie Chatel, Member of Parliament for Pontiac.

998 days ago by Transport Canada from cic

Government of Canada invests in safety at airports in Quebec

Canadians rely on safe and well-maintained local and regional airports to support vibrant communities. These airports also support essential air services including community resupply, air ambulance, search and rescue, and forest fire response.

998 days ago by FedNor from cic

FedNor announces $320,000 for Wakenagun Community Futures Development Corporation

The Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, and Member of Parliament for Thunder Bay–Superior North, today announced a FedNor investment of $320,000 to support the ongoing operations of the Wakenagun Community Futures Development Corporation. Specifically, this funding will enable the organization to offer community and business support services, as well as access to capital for small and medium.

998 days ago by Canadian Institutes of Health Research from cic

New investments for COVID-19 impact research will support an equitable pandemic recovery for all Canadians

Throughout its response to the COVID-19 pandemic the Government of Canada has worked hard to support the needs of all people in Canada. That being said, the pandemic has had a disproportionate impact on Indigenous, Black, and racialized communities in Canada who already experience inequitable access to health care.

998 days ago by Canadian Institutes of Health Research from cic

Emerging COVID-19 Research Gaps and Priorities

Since March 2020, the Government of Canada has invested in research to support the response to the COVID-19 pandemic through the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR). This research has spanned everything from diagnostics and potential treatments to public health responses and communication strategies.

998 days ago by Canadian Heritage from cic

Statement by Minister St-Onge on the opening of the 2022 Paralympic Winter Games

Team Canada carries Canada’s hopes and dreams with them at the 2022 Paralympic Winter Games.

998 days ago by Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission from cic

Remarks by President Velshi at the House of Commons Standing Committee on Environment and Sustainable Development

On March 3, Rumina Velshi, CNSC President and CEO, appeared in front of the House of Commons Standing Committee on the Environment and Sustainable Development regarding a study on the governance of nuclear waste in Canada.

999 days ago by Department of Finance Canada from cic

Canada publishes Green Bond Framework in advance of inaugural issuance

Today, the Government of Canada published its Green Bond Framework, in advance of an inaugural green bond issuance of $5 billion in fiscal year 2021-22. This inaugural issuance sets the path for future issuances, beyond this first highly-rated offering.

999 days ago by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada from cic

Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry reaffirms that competitiveness is central to a vibrant telecommunications sector

Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, issued the following statement on affordability and competition in Canada’s telecommunications sector:

999 days ago by Department of Finance Canada from cic

Canada cuts Russia and Belarus from Most-Favoured-Nation Tariff treatment

Today, the Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, and the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, announced that the Government of Canada has issued the Most-Favoured-Nation Tariff Withdrawal Order (2022-1), removing these countries’ entitlement to the Most-Favoured-Nation Tariff (MFN) treatment under the Customs Tariff.

999 days ago by Employment and Social Development Canada from cic

Legislation to support low-income seniors who received pandemic benefits receives royal assent

Since the beginning of the pandemic, the Government of Canada has helped millions of Canadians experiencing financial hardship, including vulnerable and low-income seniors, by providing them with COVID-19-related supports and benefits.