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Seizure of contraband items at Springhill Institution

On November 16, 2021, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, a package containing contraband items was seized on the perimeter of Springhill Institution, a federal medium security institution.

1094 days ago by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada from cic

Government of Canada backs innovative company aiming to lower emissions in natural gas markets through supply chain efficiencies

Today, the Honourable Francois-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, and the Honourable Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, announced an investment of $1.2 million in Toronto-based Validere Technologies through Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC). This is the first SDTC investment in Validere Technologies and part of a partnership that will help the company commercialize a data-driven platform that provides supply chain efficiencies for the oil and gas industry to reduce overall emissions.

1094 days ago by CIC News from cicnews

New Canadian travel and border measures take effect tomorrow

Full vaccination against COVID-19 will be required in Canada for all travellers aged 12 years and older starting tomorrow, November 30. The new rules apply to the federally regulated transportation sector. This includes VIA Rail and Rocky Mountaineer trains, all Canadian airports, and passenger vessels engaged in voyages of 24 hours or more, such as […]

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1094 days ago by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada from cic

Government of Canada funds forward-thinking company developing smart transit technology to reduce greenhouse gas emissions

Canada’s cleantech entrepreneurs are proving their power to take on today’s environmental challenges.

1095 days ago by Parks Canada from cic

Government of Canada launches annual call for proposals to help conserve heritage places

A total of up to $2 million will be available under Parks Canada’s National Cost-Sharing Program for Heritage Places in 2022-23.

1095 days ago by Correctional Service Canada from cic

Seizure of unauthorized items at Springhill Institution

On November 15, 2021, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, a package containing unauthorized items was seized at Springhill Institution, a federal medium security institution.

1095 days ago by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada from cic

Governments of Canada and Quebec announce joint investment to bring high-speed Internet access to all households in Venise-en-Québec

Thanks to a joint investment of more than $536,000 from the governments of Canada and Quebec, 855 households in the municipality of Venise-en-Québec, in the Montérégie region, will have access to IHR Télécom services by September 2022. IHR Télécom is also investing to ensure coverage for the entire municipality, bringing the total number of households that will have high-speed Internet access to 1,200.

1095 days ago by Transport Canada from cic

Government of Canada announces new amendments that will improve safety at grade crossings

Rail safety is a top priority for the Minister of Transport and the Government of Canada is committed to protecting all Canadians who live and work along railway tracks by putting in place the necessary measures to reduce the risk of serious accidents.

1095 days ago by Competition Bureau Canada from cic

Competition Bureau joins international counterparts in G7 Summit on improving competition in digital markets

The Competition Bureau joined its counterparts from the G7 and guest nations today in an Enforcers Summit to discuss opportunities for international cooperation to improve competition in digital markets.

1095 days ago by Public Health Agency of Canada from cic

Statement from Minister Duclos on first cases of Omicron variant of concern in Canada

1095 days ago by Public Health Agency of Canada from cic

Statement on the Omicron variant of concern found in Ontario

1095 days ago by CIC News from cicnews

How will $10-per-day child care impact Canada’s immigrants?

In April 2021, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau outlined the goal of daycare costing an average of $10 per day across the country within the next five years. In pursuit of this goal, the federal government has committed to investing $30 billion over the next five years and then a minimum of $9.2 billion annually after […]

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1096 days ago by Canadian Heritage from cic

Statement by Minister Hussen on the Beginning of Hanukkah

This evening at sundown, Jewish communities across Canada and around the world welcome the beginning of Hanukkah, the Jewish Festival of Lights

1096 days ago by CIC News from cicnews

Canada had more than 1 million job vacancies in September

Canada’s economy continues to recover from the coronavirus pandemic, according to a new Statistics Canada report. A total of 91,100 people were added to payrolls across Canada in September, representing the fourth straight monthly increase. Payroll employment increased in eight provinces. Ontario led the way with over 43,000 new employees added to payrolls. British Columbia […]

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1097 days ago by Canadian Heritage from cic

Minister Hussen’s statement on Holodomor Memorial Day

Today, as we remember the Holodomor, people in Canada remember the millions of innocent victims of the Ukrainian famine and genocide

1097 days ago by Global Affairs Canada from cic

Minister Joly to attend NATO and OSCE meetings

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will attend the NATO Foreign Ministers’ meeting in Riga, Latvia, and the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) Ministerial Council meeting in Stockholm, Sweden. This is Minister Joly’s first transatlantic trip as Canada’s Minister of Foreign Affairs.

1097 days ago by CIC News from cicnews

Canada bans flights from South Africa and neighbouring countries

The Canadian government announced that it will limit travel to southern Africa, a region which has reported cases of a new COVID-19 variant of concern. As of November 26, all foreign nationals who have travelled through the seven affected countries in the last 14 days will not be allowed to enter Canada. The affected nations […]

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1097 days ago by Public Health Agency of Canada from cic

Government of Canada introduces new measures to address COVID-19 Omicron variant of concern

The Government of Canada is implementing enhanced border measures for all travellers who have been in the Southern Africa region — including South Africa, Eswatini, Lesotho, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, and Namibia— within the last 14 days before arriving in Canada.

1097 days ago by Department of Finance Canada from cic

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Discusses Economic Outlook with Chief Economists

Today, the Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, met virtually with chief economists from major Canadian financial institutions to discuss their outlook on the Canadian economy and hear their views on Canada’s economic recovery.

1097 days ago by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada from cic

Government-Industry potato working group assembles to help affected farmers in Prince Edward Island

The Government of Canada is working with the Province of Prince Edward Island (PEI) and industry to support PEI farmers following the recent suspension of certification of fresh potatoes from PEI to the United States. The newly formed Government-Industry Potato Working Group met on Wednesday, November 24 for initial discussions.

1097 days ago by Department of Justice Canada from cic

Ministers Lametti, Ien and Boissonnault to hold media availability

The Honourable David Lametti, P.C., Q.C., Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, the Honourable Marci Ien, P.C., Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth and the Honourable Randy Boissonnault, P.C., Minister of Tourism...

1097 days ago by Public Health Agency of Canada from cic

Statement from the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada on November 26, 2021

On November 26, 2021, Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement on COVID-19.

1097 days ago by CIC News from cicnews

Saskatchewan announces new immigration program

Saskatchewan announced a new immigration pilot on November 25. The Hard-To-Fill Skills Pilot will allow Saskatchewan employers to recruit international talent for certain in-demand occupations. The eligible jobs under this pilot will include entry-level positions that may require on-the-job training. The sectors with the highest labour demands in Saskatchewan include health, manufacturing, agriculture, ag-tech, construction, […]

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1097 days ago by Public Health Agency of Canada from cic

Remarks from the Chief Public Health Officer on November 26, 2021

Remarks from the Chief Public Health Officer on COVID-19, November 26, 2021

1097 days ago by Department of Finance Canada from cic

Remarks by the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance On the Introduction of Bill C-2

When the COVID-19 crisis hit, our government rapidly rolled out an historic set of broad-based programs so that we could save lives, ensure our economy could withstand public health restrictions, and have the backs of Canadian workers and Canadian businesses so they could get through the pandemic.