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Government of Canada invests $250,000 to complete study on expanding Northern Ontario’s first cobalt refinery to create a battery materials park

Today, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, and Member of Parliament for Thunder Bay–Superior North, announced a Government of Canada investment of $250,000 in support of business development in the Timiskaming District of Northern Ontario. FedNor funding will be used by Electra Battery Materials Corporation, the only North American producer of cobalt sulfate for electric vehicle batteries, to complete a scoping study on expanding its existing cobalt refinery into North America’s only fully integrated battery materials park in Temiskaming Shores.
Categories: National News
  by Global Affairs Canada   from cic

Canada announces $100 million humanitarian assistance to Ukraine

Today, the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, announced additional humanitarian support to respond to immediate needs arising from the Ukraine crisis at the virtual joint launch of the Humanitarian Flash Appeal and the Regional Refugee Response Plan for Ukraine.
Categories: Global Affairs
  by Global Affairs Canada   from cic

Minister Ng concludes productive visit to Washington, D.C.

Yesterday, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, concluded a successful visit to Washington, D.C., where she reinforced the importance of the rules-based international order and ensuring international trade is inclusive, both of which will be crucial to a strong, sustainable, and inclusive global recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Categories: Global Affairs
  by Natural Resources Canada   from cic

Government of Canada Moves to Prohibit Import of Russian Oil

Today, the Minister of Natural Resources, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, announced the Government of Canada will ban crude oil imports from Russia. According to the Canada Energy Regulator, Canada does not currently import any crude oil from Russia, and has not since 2019. The new ban will ensure this remains the case going forward. Once approved, this ban will be effective until further notice.
Categories: National News
  by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada   from cic

Government of Canada announces significant investment in the Canadian semiconductor and photonics industries

Today, the Honourable François‑Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, announced the Semiconductor Challenge Callout, a fund of $150 million through the Strategic Innovation Fund to make targeted investments to build on Canada’s domestic strengths associated with the development and supply of semiconductors. He also announced $90 million in funding for the National Research Council of Canada’s Canadian Photonics Fabrication Centre (CPFC).
Categories: National News
  by Global Affairs Canada   from cic

Minister Joly addresses United Nations Human Rights Council

There is a terrible irony to our meeting at the Human Rights Council. The creation of this council and the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights was yet another milestone in our common efforts to advance human rights, gender equality, Indigenous rights, the rights of persons with disabilities and the LGBTI community and all those who seek affirmation and protection of the dignity of the person.
Categories: Global Affairs
  by CIC News   from cicnews

Re-credentialing in Canada: How to certify your foreign education and professional credentials in Canada

Considering moving to Canada to work or study and wondering if you’ll be able to work in your profession or pursue an advanced degree? Many professionals and tradespeople must get re-credentialed to work in other countries, including Canada. As part of the Canadian immigration process you may need to submit documents certifying your credentials. Here’s what […]

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New Canadian border measures now in effect

As of February 28 at 12:01 a.m., Canada is allowing travellers to enter the country with a pre-arrival antigen test. Before, travellers needed to have a molecular test, such as a PCR test, taken within 72 hours before their scheduled flight or arrival at the border. All travelers to Canada age five and older still […]

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Categories: Canada , Canada border , Canada immigration news , Canadian immigration news , coronavirus (COVID-19) , covid , travel restrictions
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Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador invest in recreation, green, rural and public transit infrastructure

Today, the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development, on behalf of the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities, the Honourable Andrew Furey, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, and the Honourable Elvis Loveless, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure, announced more than $23.8 million in funding to support 23 recreation, green, rural and public transit infrastructure projects across Newfoundland and Labrador.
Categories: National News
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CBSA stops prohibited guns from entering Canada at the Coutts border crossing

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) continues to protect Canadians by preventing undeclared and prohibited firearms from entering the country. The interdiction of illicitly imported firearms, firearms parts, and weapons is a CBSA enforcement priority. The Agency announced today that it has laid charges in a significant firearms seizure at the Coutts port of entry in southern Alberta.
Categories: National News
  by Employment and Social Development Canada   from cic

Call for proposals to help increase skills development opportunities for Indigenous people

Indigenous people continue to face multiple and persistent barriers to labour market entry and success. At the same time, Canada’s economic recovery from COVID-19 is challenged by labour shortages in key sectors. For these reasons, the Government of Canada is working with Indigenous people and organizations to help prioritize their access to targeted skills development opportunities that they need to succeed.
Categories: Employers