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Communities of Main-à-Dieu, Dominion will benefit from investments to help bring people back to public spaces safely

Canadian cities and towns flourish when they have community public spaces to promote social interaction and physical activity, and provide access to recreational programs and facilities. These amenities are integral to the overall well-being of individuals, families and communities. Our economic recovery is closely linked to the vitality of our local communities and their shared spaces.

1049 days ago by Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency from cic

Backgrounder: Communities of Main-à-Dieu, Dominion will benefit from investments to help bring people back to public spaces safely

The Government of Canada invests $70,000 in two community shared spaces to stimulate local economies, create jobs, and improve the quality of life of Canadians.

1049 days ago by Natural Resources Canada from cic

Canada’s Bold Policies and Support for Innovation Can Underpin a Successful Energy Transition Says New IEA Policy Review

Canada has embarked on an ambitious transformation of its energy system, and clear policy signals will be important to expand energy sector investments in clean and sustainable energy sources, according to a policy review by the International Energy Agency (IEA).

1049 days ago by Natural Resources Canada from cic

New EV Chargers Coming to Ontario

Irek Kusmierczyk, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion and Member of Parliament for Windsor–Tecumseh, on behalf of the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Natural Resources, today announced a $2-million investment to the Essex Powerlines Corporation to help support the deployment and installation of up to 300 electric vehicle (EV) chargers across Windsor-Essex County and put Canadians in the driver’s seat on the road to a net-zero future.

1049 days ago by Public Safety Canada from cic

Government of Canada to assist Nova Scotia with COVID-19 immunization program

The President of the Queen’s Privy Council for Canada and Minister of Emergency Preparedness, the Honourable Bill Blair, confirmed that the Government of Canada has approved a Request for Federal Assistance from the Province of Nova Scotia to help support their COVID-19 immunization program.

1049 days ago by Department of Justice Canada from cic

Federal funding provided to Regina-based organization to help support families of missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls

Violence against Indigenous women, girls, Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, intersex and asexual (2SLGBTQQIA+) people in Canada is an ongoing national tragedy that needs to end.

1049 days ago by Public Safety Canada from cic

Government of Canada welcomes Council of Canadian Academies’ report Building a Resilient Canada

Today, the Honourable Bill Blair, President of the Queen’s Privy Council for Canada and Minister of Emergency Preparedness, and the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, issued the following statement:

1049 days ago by Global Affairs Canada from cic

Statement by Minister Ng on the implementation of rules of origin for automotive goods under the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA)

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, today issued the following statement regarding Canada’s intention to join Mexico as a complaining party against the U.S. interpretation of the automotive rules of origin under Chapter 31 of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA):

1050 days ago by CIC News from cicnews

Ontario PNP invites 502 Express Entry candidates

In its second draw in two days, Ontario invited 502 Express Entry candidates to apply for a provincial nomination on January 12. Invited candidates had profiles in the Express Entry system with Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores between 464 and 467. In the new draw, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) invited candidates who may be eligible for the Express […]

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Minister Joly speaks with Ukrainian counterpart

Minister Joly expressed Canada’s deep concern with Russia’s military buildup and ongoing destabilizing activities in and around Ukraine.

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Minister Lametti to make a funding announcement to support families of MMIWG

The Honourable David Lametti, P.C., Q.C., Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, will make a funding announcement regarding support for families of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls.

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British Columbia invites 232 in new PNP draws

British Columbia invited 232 immigration candidates through Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draws held on January 11. The province held two draws through the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) and invited candidates from the Skills Immigration (SI) and Express Entry BC (EEBC) streams. Invitations were issued to those from the Skilled Worker, International Graduate […]

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1050 days ago by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada from cic

Government of Canada backs more than 5,500 trailblazing Canadian researchers

Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, announced support for more than 5,500 researchers from coast to coast to coast. This major investment of over $550 million, part of the government’s ongoing effort to support Canada’s science and research sector, will strengthen the country’s research enterprise and have real and lasting impacts on Canadians and the world.

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Nearly 80% of Express Entry candidates fall under FSWP

The number of Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) and Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates in the Express Entry pool has swelled due to a lack of draws targeting these candidates. Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) provided CIC News the following breakdown of candidates who were in the Express Entry pool on January 4. These […]

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Glace Bay will benefit from investments to help bring people back to public spaces safely

1050 days ago by Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency from cic

Backgrounder: Glace Bay will benefit from investments to help bring people back to public spaces safely

The Government of Canada invests more than $68,000 in two community shared spaces to stimulate local economies, create jobs, and improve the quality of life of Canadians.

1050 days ago by Department of Finance Canada from cic

Government extends loan forgiveness repayment deadline for the Canada Emergency Business Account

The Canada Emergency Business Account (CEBA) program has provided interest-free, partially forgivable loans to nearly 900,000 small businesses and not-for-profit organizations to help them navigate the pandemic and remain resilient.

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Government of Canada celebrates first recipients to receive support to revitalize main streets in their communities

Today, the Honourable Helena Jaczek, Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), celebrated the first recipients of the My Main Street program at a virtual event hosted by the Economic Developers Council of Ontario (EDCO) and the Canadian Urban Institute (CUI).

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Government of Canada supports Barrie manufacturer’s recipe for success

Today, the Honourable Helena Jaczek, Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, announced a $500,000 repayable contribution for Zappia Fine Foods Ltd., operating as Via Oliveto Bakery. This funding will allow the company to outfit its new Barrie facility with a leading-edge bakery production line, including a tunnel oven and mixer. With this support, Via Oliveto Bakery will quadruple its production, launch new products such as flatbread pretzels, and secure new contracts with large retailers. The contribution will leverage $1.5 million in private investment.

1050 days ago by Natural Resources Canada from cic

PS Kusmierczyk to Make an Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Announcement

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Minister Jaczek to announce support for southern Ontario’s manufacturing sector

The Honourable Helena Jaczek, Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), will make an important announcement to support the manufacturing sector. The Minister will be joined by the Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of National Defence and Member of Parliament for Oakville; Valerie Bradford, Member of Parliament for Kitchener South–Hespeler; Jenna Sudds, Member of Parliament for Kanata–Carleton; and Shafqat Ali, Member of Parliament for Brampton Centre.

1050 days ago by Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency from cic

Government of Canada to announce support for organizations in Main-à-Dieu and Dominion

Mike Kelloway, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard and Member of Parliament for Cape Breton – Canso, will make two virtual announcements regarding support for two community organizations.

1050 days ago by Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency from cic

Backgrounder: ACOA invests in COVID-19 relief, key sectors, communities, and building an inclusive economy in 2021

In 2021, between January 1 and December 31, the Government of Canada, through ACOA invested more than $314 million in targeted support to help the region rebuild and recover from COVID-19, stimulate local economies, protect and create jobs, and grow an inclusive and resilient economy for all Atlantic Canadians.

1050 days ago by Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency from cic

ACOA 2021: building a more resilient, innovative and inclusive Atlantic economy in a year of recovery

Throughout 2021, ACOA remained focused on the Government of Canada’s commitment to fight COVID-19 and its economic impacts, providing targeted sector support to help the region recover and rebuild a more resilient, inclusive economy for all Atlantic Canadians.

1051 days ago by CIC News from cicnews

Ontario holds first PNP draw of 2022

Ontario invited 1,084 immigration candidates to apply for a provincial nomination on January 11. The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) issued invitations to candidates who had profiles in its Expression of Interest (EOI) system. These candidates may be eligible for one of three streams under the Employer Job Offer category: Foreign Worker, International Student and In-Demand Skills. Here are the invitation numbers by […]

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