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Government invests in precision agriculture to enhance competiveness and efficiency

Precision agriculture tools are helping farmers better manage their operations and become more efficient. These new types of technology are supporting farmers in their efforts to preserve valuable resources while providing more protection against diseases and insects. With the AgriInnovate program, under the Canadian Agricultural Partnership, the Government of Canada is providing repayable contributions for projects that aim to accelerate the commercialization, adoption and/or demonstration of innovative products, technologies, processes or services that increase agri-sector competitiveness and sustainability.

1014 days ago by Environment and Climate Change Canada from cic

Minister Guilbeault speaks at the World Sustainable Development Summit and outlines Canada’s leadership role at home and abroad

1014 days ago by Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission from cic

Canada’s nuclear regulator invites media to the public Commission hearing about the Near Surface Disposal Facility proposed for Deep River, Ontario

1014 days ago by Public Services and Procurement Canada from cic

Boardwalk reduction on Alexandra Bridge

Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise cyclists and pedestrians that the boardwalk on the Alexandra Bridge will be reduced for tests and inspections.

1014 days ago by National Defence from cic

Minister Anand holds a virtual press conference from Belgium

Media are invited to register for a virtual (video) press conference with Anita Anand, Minister of National Defence, following the completion of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization Defence Ministers’ Meeting in Brussels.

1014 days ago by Global Affairs Canada from cic

Canada announces $19.5 million in funding for reconstruction efforts in Haiti

Canada has been a friend and partner of Haiti for many years, and it stands in solidarity with Haiti as the country continues to face a multi-dimensional crisis, as well as the impacts of the earthquake of August 14, 2021.

1014 days ago by National Defence from cic

Department of National Defence invests in innovative and efficient solutions for temporary military camps

The Department of National Defence announced today three contribution agreements with Canadian innovators to develop solutions to provide integrated energy, water and waste management systems for relocatable temporary camps (RTC) used by the Canadian Armed Forces.

1014 days ago by Global Affairs Canada from cic

Canada announces $19.5 million in funding for reconstruction efforts in Haiti

1014 days ago by Parks Canada from cic

Government of Canada announces opening of Waterton Lakes National Park Visitor Centre

1014 days ago by Public Safety Canada from cic

Ministers Blair, Mendicino and Lametti to hold a media availability

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Bill Blair, President of the Queen’s Privy Council for Canada and Minister of Emergency Preparedness, the Honourable Marco Mendicino, Minister of Public Safety and the Honourable David Lametti, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, for a media availability regarding the Emergencies Act.

1014 days ago by Public Safety Canada from cic

Media Technical Briefing on Emergencies Act

Government of Canada officials will host a media technical briefing related to the Emergencies Act following a press conference by the Right Honourable Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister of Canada that was held on Monday, February 14.

1014 days ago by Parks Canada from cic

Waterton Lakes National Park Visitor Centre

1014 days ago by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada from cic

Minister Hutchings and Minister Vandal to announce high-speed Internet projects in rural Saskatchewan

The Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development, together with The Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada and Minister responsible for the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency, will announce a federal investment to improve high-speed Internet access in rural Saskatchewan. A media availability will follow.

1014 days ago by Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions from cic

Government of Canada invests in clean technologies by supporting Composites Development Centre of Quebec

CED grants financial support to Cégep de Saint-Jérôme CCTT. This contribution is part of nearly $40M in Government of Canada support for innovative projects in Quebec for a green, resilient economy.

1014 days ago by Global Affairs Canada from cic

Minister Joly to travel to Germany and France

Canada has played a significant role in the creation and the upholding of the rules-based international order. When these rules are challenged, Canada must stand up and work with its allies to prevent their deterioration. Russia’s aggression and destabilizing activities in and around Ukraine are deeply concerning and Canada will continue to engage with partners and allies to pursue a diplomatic resolution to the ongoing crisis.

1015 days ago by Department of Finance Canada from cic

Canada invokes the Emergencies Act to limit funding of illegal blockades and restore public order

On February 14, 2022, the Government of Canada declared a public order emergency.

1015 days ago by Public Health Agency of Canada from cic

Message from the Minister of Health and the Minister of Mental Health and Addictions – Sexual and Reproductive Health Awareness Week

Sexual and Reproductive Health Awareness Week (February 14 – 18) is a time to raise awareness about the importance of sexual and reproductive health.

1015 days ago by Prairies Economic Development Canada from cic

Government of Canada to announce support for Alberta’s Black entrepreneurship ecosystem

Government of Canada will announce federal investments for two initiatives designed to support the growth of Black-owned businesses in Alberta and across western Canada.

1015 days ago by CIC News from cicnews

Canada to ease COVID-19 test requirements for travellers

Fully vaccinated travellers will be able to enter Canada with a pre-arrival antigen test, unvaccinated children travellers will no longer have to isolate for 14 days, and international flights to all Canadian airports will resume starting February 28. Also, if fully vaccinated travellers are selected for a random on-arrival test, they will no longer have […]

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1015 days ago by Public Services and Procurement Canada from cic

Government of Canada awards contract for construction management and care and maintenance services for the Faro Mine Remediation Project

Following an open and competitive process, Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC), on behalf of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada, has awarded a contract to Parsons Inc. for construction management and care and maintenance services at the Faro Mine Complex. This contract will make a significant contribution to restoring and protecting the environment on and adjacent to the mine site, while bringing socio-economic benefits to northern and First Nations communities. These benefits include opportunities for employment, training and skills development, as well as for businesses to supply other goods and services to the project.

1015 days ago by Public Services and Procurement Canada from cic

Faro Mine Remediation Project

Faro Mine was once the largest open-pit lead-zinc mine in the world. Spanning over 25 square kilometres, it is now the site of one of the most complex abandoned mine remediation projects in Canada. It is located in south-central Yukon, near the town of Faro, in the traditional territory of the Kaska First Nations, and upstream from Selkirk First Nation. The Ross River Dena Council is the closest First Nation community to the site.

1015 days ago by Public Safety Canada from cic

Media Technical Briefing on Emergencies Act

On February 15, Government of Canada officials will host a media technical briefing related to the Emergencies Act.

1015 days ago by Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions from cic

Invitation to media – The Honourable Marie‑Claude Bibeau to announce Government of Canada support for Ville de Lac-Mégantic

The Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Member of Parliament for Compton–Stanstead and Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, will announce Government of Canada financial support under the Economic Recovery for Lac-Mégantic Initiative. The city wishes to continue rebuilding and redeveloping its public areas and pursuing its green transition begun after the 2013 railway accident.

1015 days ago by Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions from cic

Invitation to media – Press conference on investments to support Matane’s AT

The Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of National Revenue, on behalf of the Minister of Sport and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, the Honourable Pascale St-Onge, along with Caroline Proulx, Minister of Tourism and Minister responsible for the Lanaudière and Bas-Saint-Laurent regions, on behalf of the Minister for the Economy, Lucie Lecours, invite media representatives to a virtual press conference on support from the governments of Canada and Quebec for one of Eastern Canada’s largest snow removal equipment manufacturers, AT.

1015 days ago by Public Health Agency of Canada from cic

Government of Canada lightens border measures as part of transition of the pandemic response

Today, the Government of Canada announced a series of adjustments to the current border measures.