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Health Canada releases assessment report on effects of climate change on health

Climate change is already affecting the health of Canadians and, without taking concerted action, it will result in increased injury, illness, and death. Many of these health impacts can be prevented by scaling up efforts to adapt to climate change—both in Canadian society at large and in health systems. Strong adaptation measures can prevent potential health impacts and make health systems and facilities more resilient to climate change.

1021 days ago by Veterans Affairs Canada from cic

Minister MacAulay to make important announcement regarding support for Veterans in Toronto

The Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, alongside Robert Oliphant, Member of Parliament for Don Valley West, will announce new recipients from Toronto who have been selected to receive funding under the Veteran and Family Well-Being Fund.

1021 days ago by Infrastructure Canada from cic

Media Advisory - Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island

Members of the media are invited to an important infrastructure announcement with Sean Casey, Member of Parliament for Charlottetown, on behalf of the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities; the Honourable James Aylward, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure, and His Worship Phillip Brown, Mayor of Charlottetown.

1021 days ago by Public Safety Canada from cic

Ministers Blair, Mendicino and Alghabra to hold a media availability

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 Omar Alghabra, Minister of Transport, will hold a media availability to provide an update on the ongoing truckers’ situation.

1021 days ago by Health Canada from cic

Backgrounder: Health of Canadians in a Changing Climate

The report Health of Canadians in a Changing Climate: Advancing Our Knowledge for Action assesses the latest research and informs Canadians about how climate change affects their health. It details the effects of climate change on health and health systems, the populations most at risk, and how health care systems are adapting to climate change.

1021 days ago by Natural Resources Canada from cic

PS Dabrusin to Make a Funding Announcement on the Zero-Emission Vehicle Awareness Initiative

OTTAWA — Julie Dabrusin, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Natural Resources and to the Minister of Environment and Climate Change, on behalf of the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Natural Resources, will make a virtual announcement in support of the Zero-Emission Vehicle Awareness Initiative. A media availability will follow.

1021 days ago by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada from cic

Government of Canada invests over $41 million to bring high-speed Internet to 2,676 households in Alberta - Backgrounder

On February 9, 2022, the Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Tourism and Associate Minister of Finance, and George Chahal, Member of Parliament for Calgary Skyview, on behalf of the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development, announced the following Universal Broadband Fund (UBF) Rapid Response Stream projects:

1021 days ago by Infrastructure Canada from cic

Canada and FCM invest in stronger asset management in Ontario communities

The Government of Canada is investing over $3.91 million in 88 Ontario communities through the Municipal Asset Management Program (MAMP), delivered by the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM). As Canada moves toward a strong recovery, these projects will help communities make data-driven decisions about key infrastructure and ensure long-term infrastructure performance.

1021 days ago by Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada from cic

Crown-Indigenous Relations Minister completes busy first 100 days

My first 100 days as Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations have been quite busy and, in my own view, quite productive, despite all the work that remains.

1021 days ago by Environment and Climate Change Canada from cic

Government re-introducing bill to strengthen protections for Canadians' health and the environment

The Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, will hold a virtual press conference to make an important announcement on the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999 (CEPA).

1021 days ago by Correctional Service Canada from cic

Assault of an inmate at Kent Institution

On February 5, 2022, an inmate was assaulted at Kent Institution, a maximum security federal institution. The injured inmate was evaluated by staff members and transported to an outside hospital to receive treatment. The inmate has since returned from the hospital.

1022 days ago by CIC News from cicnews

Ontario PNP invites 828 Express Entry candidates

Ontario held two Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draws on February 8. The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) invited Express Entry candidates to apply for a provincial nomination through two PNP draws. Out of the 828 total invitations issued, 622 went to candidates who may be eligible for Ontario’s Express Entry Human Capital Priorities Stream. These […]

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1022 days ago by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada from cic

Canada restores exports of PEI table stock potatoes to Puerto Rico

Today, the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced that the United States has agreed to resume imports of Prince Edward Island (PEI) table stock potatoes into Puerto Rico starting tomorrow.

1022 days ago by CIC News from cicnews

Nova Scotia holds PNP draw for nurses

Nova Scotia invited 278 nurses to apply for a provincial nomination on February 8. The Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP) invited candidates who had profiles in the Express Entry system. Nova Scotia periodically invites Express Entry candidates in targeted occupations to apply for a nomination under its Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). In the new draw, […]

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1022 days ago by Health Canada from cic

Health Canada officials to hold a technical briefing regarding the report – Health of Canadians in a Changing Climate: Advancing our Knowledge for Action

Officials from Health Canada will hold a technical briefing to discuss the report – Health of Canadians in a Changing Climate: Advancing our Knowledge for Action.

1022 days ago by Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission from cic

Ian Scott to the Standing Committee on Industry and Technology

We appreciate the opportunity to provide an update about the CRTC’s ongoing work to support competition and investment in the marketplace so that Canadians have access to the broadband and wireless services they need.

1022 days ago by Competition Bureau Canada from cic

Pre-merger notification transaction-size threshold to remain at $93M in 2022

The Competition Bureau confirmed today that in 2022 the pre-merger notification threshold relating to transaction size will remain unchanged following a decision by the Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry to maintain the current threshold of $93 million set in 2021.

1022 days ago by Department of Justice Canada from cic

Government of Canada introduces legislation to improve the operation of the criminal justice system and address the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic

The Government of Canada is committed to keeping Canadians safe and making the criminal justice system more accessible, efficient and effective. This includes supporting the increased use of technology in courts across Canada.

1022 days ago by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada from cic

Launching a new online case status tracker for family class permanent residence applications

Canada needs immigration to drive our economy, help address labour shortages, and keep our communities thriving. The Government of Canada understands that to keep attracting talent as a destination of choice, we must remain committed to improving our client service and providing the best experience possible for people who see their future in Canada.

1022 days ago by Correctional Service Canada from cic

Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Donnacona Institution

On February 3, 2022, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, several separate packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Donnacona Institution, a federal maximum-security institution.

1022 days ago by CIC News from cicnews

Immigrant children become more educated and higher paid than Canadian average: study

A new Statistics Canada study shows immigrant children have a higher postsecondary education rate, and make more money after their mid-20s than the overall Canadian population. The study is based on 2019 income tax data from the Longitudinal Immigration Database (IMDB), which provides a long-term perspective on how immigrant children integrate into Canadian society. The […]

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1022 days ago by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada from cic

Parliamentary Secretary Francis Drouin to announce investments in on-farm initiatives to reduce greenhouse gas emissions

Francis Drouin, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, will virtually join farmers from Ontario to discuss Agricultural Clean Technology investments on farms, which are helping to make farming practices more sustainable.

1022 days ago by Correctional Service Canada from cic

Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Matsqui Institution

On December 29, 2021, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, a package containing contraband and unauthorized items was seized at Matsqui Institution, a medium security federal institution.

1022 days ago by Public Safety Canada from cic

Ministers Blair and Mendicino to hold a press conference

The Honourable Bill Blair, President of the Queen’s Privy Council for Canada and Minister of Emergency Preparedness and the Honourable Marco Mendicino, Minister of Public Safety to hold a press conference to provide an update concerning the situation in Ottawa, Coutts and Windsor.

1022 days ago by Public Health Agency of Canada from cic

Vaccine Community Innovation Challenge Announces Grand Prize Winner

Public Health Agency of Canada announces the winner of the Vaccine Community Innovation Challenge (VCIC). The Challenge empowered trusted community leaders to share credible information on the safety and effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines, and encourage their community members to get informed and take action to protect themselves and others by getting vaccinated.