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Recapture of inmate from Mission Institution

On November 10, 2021, Roderick Muchikekwanape was returned to the custody of the Correctional Service of Canada (CSC).

1106 days ago by CIC News from cicnews

Canada has a backlog of nearly 1.8 million immigration applications

IRCC’s backlog stands at almost 1.8 million immigration applications. CIC News has received data from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) showing the following number of applications in IRCC’s inventory as of October 27, 2021 (figures are rounded): 548,000 permanent residence applications (economic, family, refugee, and humanitarian class applicants) 776,000 temporary residence applications (applications for […]

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1106 days ago by Fisheries and Oceans Canada from cic

Quebec Fisheries Fund grants more than $1 million for six projects in the Gaspé region

The Government of Canada and the Government of Quebec announce more than $1 million in funding to improve the efficiency, quality and sustainability of Quebec’s fish and seafood sector. The Government of Canada’s contribution to these six projects in the Gaspé region is $895,761, and the Government of Quebec’s contribution is $383,899.

1106 days ago by Fisheries and Oceans Canada from cic

Quebec Fisheries Fund grants more than $1 million for six projects in the Gaspé region

Six projects in the Gaspé region funded by Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) and the Ministère de l’Agriculture, des Pêcheries et de l’Alimentation du Québec (MAPAQ) under the Quebec Fisheries Fund (QFF).

1106 days ago by Public Safety Canada from cic

Ministers Blair, Anand, Alghabra and Wilkinson to provide an update on the state of emergency in British Columbia

The Honourable Bill Blair, President of the Queen’s Privy Council for Canada and Minister of Emergency Preparedness, the Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of National Defence, the Honourable Omar Alghabra, Minister of Transport, and the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Natural Resources will provide an update regarding the situation in British Columbia.

1106 days ago by Correctional Service Canada from cic

Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Dorchester Penitentiary

On November 4, 2021, at approximately 7:30 p.m., correctional officers in the minimum-security unit at Dorchester Penitentiary intercepted an inmate who was attempting to bring contraband and unauthorized items into the institution.

1106 days ago by Correctional Service Canada from cic

Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Drummond Institution

On November 11, 2021, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, a package containing contraband and unauthorized items was seized on the perimeter of Drummond Institution, a federal medium security institution.

1106 days ago by Fisheries and Oceans Canada from cic

Acadia First Nation joining Bear River and Annapolis Valley First Nations in fishing in pursuit of a moderate livelihood

The Government of Canada is committed to advancing reconciliation. Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) is actively working with First Nations across the Maritimes and the Gaspé region of Quebec to further implement their Treaty right to fish in pursuit of a moderate livelihood while maintaining a healthy fishery for all harvesters for generations to come.

1106 days ago by Public Services and Procurement Canada from cic

Cancellation of planned closure of Alexandra Bridge

Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise motorists that the Alexandra Bridge will remain open to vehicular traffic from Wednesday, November 17, to Friday, November 19, from 9:30 am to 3 pm following the cancellation of a planned closure.

1106 days ago by Public Services and Procurement Canada from cic

CANCELLED - Alexandra Bridge closed to motorists

Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise motorists that the Alexandra Bridge will be closed to vehicular traffic for inspection work.

1106 days ago by CIC News from cicnews

Canada ranked top nation on immigration and investment

For the first time ever, Canada has moved up to second place on the Anholt-Ipsos Nation Brands Index 2021, thanks to top marks in immigration and investment, and other categories. The Nation Brands Index measures the reputations of nations around the world. This year, they measured 60 nations and derived their survey results from 60,000 […]

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1106 days ago by Public Health Agency of Canada from cic

Federal Ministers will make announcements regarding border measures and other coronavirus disease (COVID-19) matters

1106 days ago by Veterans Affairs Canada from cic

Minister of Veterans Affairs Commendation to be presented to two Newfoundland residents

The Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, will award the Minister of Veterans Affairs Commendation to two individuals during a ceremony in St. John’s to recognize their efforts to improve Veterans' well–being, as well as their exemplary work commemorating Veterans' sacrifices and achievements.

1106 days ago by Natural Resources Canada from cic

Emissions Reduction Fund Onshore Program Making Major Strides in Cutting Methane Emissions

Today, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Natural Resources, announced that after one year of its launch, the Emissions Reduction Fund (ERF) Onshore Program is making major strides in reducing methane emissions by helping oil and gas companies adopt clean technologies while maintaining jobs in the sector.

1106 days ago by Natural Resources Canada from cic

Backgrounder: Emissions Reduction Fund Onshore Program

The Government of Canada launched the $750-million Emissions Reduction Fund (ERF) as a COVID-19 response measure to support oil and gas workers by supporting investments that reduce or eliminate methane and other GHG emissions from oil and gas operations.

1106 days ago by Correctional Service Canada from cic

Death of an inmate from Pacific Institution

On November 14, 2021, Kendal Lee Campeau, an inmate from Pacific Institution died while in our custody.

1106 days ago by Environment and Climate Change Canada from cic

Ontario-based business pays $300K to the Environmental Damages Fund as part of an alternative measures agreement related to a hydrocarbon spill

On June 24, 2021, Drewlo Holdings Inc. entered into an alternative measures agreement with the Director of Public Prosecutions acting under and on behalf of the Attorney General of Canada, in response to Environment and Climate Change Canada laying a charge under the Fisheries Act.

1106 days ago by Health Canada from cic

Government of Canada officials to hold a technical briefing on COVID-19 vaccines in Canada (November 19, 2021)

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G7 Foreign Ministers’ statement on Belarus

“We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union, condemn the Belarusian regime’s orchestration of irregular migration across its borders. These callous acts are putting peoples’ lives at risk. We are united in our solidarity with Poland, as well as with Lithuania and Latvia, which have been targeted by this provocative use of irregular migration as a hybrid tactic.

1106 days ago by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada from cic

Government of Canada makes major investment in Atlantic Canada’s biomanufacturing sector

Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, and the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, announced a $39.8 million investment to support BIOVECTRA’s $79.6 million project. This contribution will help the company build a state-of-the-art facility in Prince Edward Island and reconfigure its facilities in Nova Scotia. This will boost Canada’s domestic supply of vaccines and therapeutics.

1106 days ago by Public Services and Procurement Canada from cic

Alternating lane reduction on Burlington Canal Lift Bridge

Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise motorists of an alternating lane reduction on the Burlington Canal Lift Bridge for maintenance work.

1106 days ago by Public Safety Canada from cic

Government of Canada to assist British Columbia with response to extreme flooding

Today, the 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 British Columbia to help with their response to extreme flooding in the province.

1106 days ago by CIC News from cicnews

Nova Scotia offering immigration pathways to food service workers

Nova Scotia is now accepting immigration applications from food service workers through its Occupations in Demand stream. The pandemic hit the restaurant industry hard. As such, Canada has been experiencing labour shortages in food services. Nova Scotia is no exception. To address the issue, Nova Scotia added three new eligible occupations to its Occupations in […]

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1106 days ago by Fisheries and Oceans Canada from cic

Important announcement by Minister Lebouthillier, Minister Lamontagne and Minister Julien to support Quebec's fishing industry

Rivière-au-Renard (Quebec) – The Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of National Revenue and member of Parliament for Gaspésie─Les Îles-de-la-Madeleine, on behalf of the Honourable Joyce Murray, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, with Mr. André Lamontagne, ministre de l’Agriculture, des Pêcheries et de l’alimentation du Québec , will hold a press conference to announce support to the Quebec fishing industry. They will also be accompanied by Mr. Jonatan Julien, ministre de l’Énergie et des Ressources naturelles du Québec.

1107 days ago by CIC News from cicnews

BC PNP Tech draw: 87 immigration invitations issued

British Columbia invited 87 tech workers to apply for a provincial nomination on November 16. The invitations were issued through the BC PNP Tech, which is a stream under the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP). The BC PNP is an economic immigration pathway used by the province of British Columbia to attract experienced, high-demand […]

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