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Statement from the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada - Importance of COVID-19 Vaccination in Pregnant, Recently Pregnant and Breastfeeding People

On November 26, 2021, Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement on the importance of COVID-19 vaccination in pregnant, recently pregnant and breastfeeding people.

1097 days ago by Global Affairs Canada from cic

Minister Joly speaks with Hayashi Yoshimasa, Japan’s Minister for Foreign Affairs

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, spoke today with Hayashi Yoshimasa, Japan’s Minister for Foreign Affairs.

1097 days ago by Public Health Agency of Canada from cic

Government of Canada Announces Funding for COVID-19 Safe Voluntary Isolation Sites in British Columbia

Today, the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Health, announced more than $5 million to support the following two projects in British Columbia, through the Government of Canada’s Safe Voluntary Isolation Sites Program: an employer-based reimbursement program for agricultural workers living and working across British Columbia through the Government of British Columbia’s Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Fisheries to help support agri-worker isolation needs; and a safe voluntary isolation site in the City of Surrey through the Fraser Health Authority.

1097 days ago by CIC News from cicnews

Visiting Canada this winter? How to avoid criminal inadmissibility issues at the border

Many will look to visit the Great White North this winter now that Canada’s borders have re-opened and the Christmas holidays are around the corner. Visitors from the U.S. and other parts of the world will be keen to see their family and friends, as well as enjoy the Canadian outdoors. This winter season is […]

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1097 days ago by Employment and Social Development Canada from cic

Government of Canada introduces legislation to support workers with ten days of paid sick leave, protect health care workers and finish the fight against COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted a number of issues facing Canadians in their workplaces. Too many Canadians have been forced to choose between staying home when they are sick or being able to afford rent and groceries. Too many health care workers, those who assist them and Canadians seeking medical care have experienced or feared intimidation while attempting to provide or access health services.

1097 days ago by Employment and Social Development Canada from cic

Backgrounder: Amendments to the Criminal Code to protect health care workers and people seeking access to health services

On November 26, 2021, the Government of Canada introduced amendments to the Criminal Code to enhance protections for health care workers and ensure everyone has safe and unobstructed access to health care.

1097 days ago by Employment and Social Development Canada from cic

Backgrounder: Amendments to the Canada Labour Code to provide ten days of paid sick leave

Amendments to the Canada Labour Code to provide ten days of paid sick leave

1097 days ago by Global Affairs Canada from cic

Minister Joly speaks with Ethiopian counterpart

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, spoke yesterday with Ethiopia’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Affairs Minister, Demeke Mekonnen.

1097 days ago by Canada Border Services Agency from cic

CBSA Metro Vancouver Marine Operations officers seize over 2000 kg of khat, an illegal stimulant

1097 days ago by Indigenous Services Canada from cic

Economic growth in Quebec's Indigenous communities—The Government of Canada announces the renewal of the True North Treasure and Forest Full Value initiatives

The Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, announced the renewal of two key Strategic Partnership Initiatives (SPIs) that contribute to the economic self-sufficiency of Indigenous communities in Quebec.

1097 days ago by Public Health Agency of Canada from cic

The Minister of Health, the Minister of Transport and Government of Canada officials to hold a news conference on coronavirus disease (November 26, 2021)

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) update to be given by the Minister of Health, the Minister of Transport and Public Health Agency of Canada officials at November 26, 2021 news conference.

1098 days ago by Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat from cic

Treasury Board of Canada President, Mona Fortier, tables the Supplementary Estimates (B) 2021‑22

Today, the Honourable Mona Fortier, President of the Treasury Board of Canada, tabled the Supplementary Estimates (B), 2021–22, in the House of Commons.

1098 days ago by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada from cic

Government of Canada backs innovative company pioneering new wastewater treatment technology

Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, and Sean Casey, Member of Parliament for Charlottetown, announced an investment of $1.9 million in Charlottetown-based SENTRY Water Monitoring through Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC). This is the first SDTC investment in SENTRY Water Monitoring and part of a partnership that is advancing the company as an industry leader in wastewater treatment.

1098 days ago by Global Affairs Canada from cic

Minister of Foreign Affairs urges Canadians to leave Ethiopia

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement urging Canadians to leave Ethiopia immediately: “Canada is very concerned by the rapidly deteriorating security situation in Ethiopia."

1098 days ago by Competition Bureau Canada from cic

Competition Bureau preserves competition in supply of retail gasoline in Kemptville, Ontario

The Competition Bureau has approved Centex Petroleum as the purchaser of the Quickie gas station in Kemptville, Ontario. The Bureau, MacEwen Petroleum Inc. and Grant Castle Corp had entered into a agreement that required MacEwen to sell the retail gas station that was owned and operated by Quickie Convenience Stores Corp. in Kemptville, Ontario as part of their acquisition of 51 Quickie convenience stores.

1098 days ago by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada from cic

Government of Canada backs forward-looking company’s powerful initiative to reduce emissions through optimization of the dairy supply chain

Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, announced an investment of $1.5 million in St. John’s-based Milk Moovement through Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC). This is the second SDTC investment in Milk Moovement and part of a continuing collaboration that is helping the company advance its cloud-based software to connect all players in the raw milk supply chain.

1098 days ago by Public Services and Procurement Canada from cic

Stairway and pathway on Parliament Hill closed for the season

Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise pedestrians that the pathway behind the Centre Block and the stairway on the west escarpment of Parliament Hill are now closed for the winter.

1098 days ago by Public Health Agency of Canada from cic

POSTPONED - The Minister of Health and Government of Canada officials to hold a news conference on coronavirus disease (November 26, 2021)

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) update to be given by the Minister of Health and Public Health Agency of Canada officials at November 26, 2021 news conference.

1098 days ago by Global Affairs Canada from cic

Minister Ng and Minister Champagne meet with Canadian business, automotive sector and labour leaders

Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, and the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, met with Canadian business, automotive sector, and labour leaders to discuss advocacy efforts related to the United States’ Buy America policy and proposed tax credits for electric vehicles...

1098 days ago by Global Affairs Canada from cic

Minister Ng speaks with New Zealand’s Minister of Foreign Affairs

On November 24, Minister Ng joined Minister Joly and the Honourable Harjit Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, for a working lunch with Minister Mahuta...

1098 days ago by CIC News from cicnews

IRCC looking to tackle Express Entry backlogs before resuming FSWP and CEC invitations

IRCC is holding off on inviting FSWP and CEC candidates so that it can tackle its backlogs. This is revealed in an internal briefing memo that CIC News requested and successfully obtained from the department. Get a Free Canadian Immigration Assessment Although the memo is heavily redacted, it contains key insights on Canada’s Express Entry […]

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1098 days ago by Environment and Climate Change Canada from cic