Today at GLOBE Forum 2022, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Natural Resources, announced a combined investment of over $12 million to seven organizations that are advancing emerging clean technologies to grow our economy and help Canada meet its environmental targets.
Immigration News
Canadian soldier of the First World War identified
The Department of National Defence and the Canadian Armed Forces have confirmed the identification of remains recovered during a munitions clearing process north of Lens, France, as being those of Sergeant Richard Musgrave, a Canadian soldier of the First World War. The identity was confirmed through historical, genealogical, anthropological, archaeological and DNA analysis.
Death of an inmate from Millhaven Institution - Regional Treatment Centre
On March 29, 2022, Vlado Maljkovich, an inmate from Millhaven Institution’s Regional Treatment Centre, died while in our custody of apparent natural causes.
Seven Northeastern Ontario airports to share more than $5.8M from federal government to maintain regional connectivity and jobs
The Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, today announced more than $5.8 million in financial support for seven Northeastern Ontario airports. Of the total, the City of Timmins will receive $2,913,915, Earlton-Timiskaming Regional Airport Authority $1,222,812, Town of Kirkland Lake $900,000, Municipality of Wawa $332,264, Gore Bay Manitoulin Airport Commission $187,131, Town of Hearst $140,325, and the Town of Moosonee $90,000.
Canada’s poverty rate decreased significantly in 2020
Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Government of Canada has taken action to support Canadians and the Canadian economy. The economic shock wrought by the pandemic required an unprecedented government response to help Canadians weather its aftereffects.
Minister of Veterans Affairs marks Month of the Military Child
Ottawa, ON – Today, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, issued the following statement to mark the Month of the Military Child:
Government of Canada advances supports for zero emission bus transportation
Today, Jennifer O’Connell, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities, on behalf of the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities, announced that the Canadian Urban Transit Research & Innovation Consortium (CUTRIC) has been selected to support transit bus operators by producing comprehensive and accurate zero emission transit bus electrification and planning studies.
Alternating lane closure on LaSalle Causeway
Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise motorists of an alternating lane closure on the LaSalle Causeway for repair work.
Providing support to survivors of sexual assault and intimate partner violence in Ontario is a priority for the Government of Canada
All people living in Canada should be safe and free from physical, emotional and sexual violence, discrimination, and harassment, regardless of where they live.
Government of Canada advances domestic life sciences sector by supporting Canadian companies, talent, and research and development
Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, announced a $92 million investment in adMare BioInnovations to drive company innovation, scale-up and training activities in Canada’s life sciences sector. This investment will help translate commercially promising health research into innovative new therapies and will see Canadian anchor companies provide the training required and drive the growth of Canada’s life science companies.
Minister Sajjan announces $67.2 million to support education for displaced children and youth as Canada hosts Together for Learning Summit
The current crisis in Ukraine has so far resulted in more than 3.9 million refugees. This is just the latest of the many crises disrupting education for millions of displaced youth worldwide. Canada recognizes that conflict and instability, including the COVID-19 pandemic, can destroy and disrupt lives and jeopardize the futures of children and youth.
Canada announces funding for education projects
Canada has announced $67.2 million in development assistance funding for projects supporting the education of children and youth experiencing forced displacement.
Minister Champagne to discuss the greening of the Canadian economy and government efforts to tackle climate change at GLOBE Forum 2022
The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, will address participants at the plenary opening of the third and final day of GLOBE Forum 2022.
Readout of a call between Defence Minister Anita Anand and U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin
Today, Defence Minister Anita Anand had another productive meeting with U.S Secretary of Defence Lloyd J. Austin III.
Government of Canada makes key investment to help promote Yukon tourism
Government of Canada is investing $300,000 to support a marketing campaign to promote Yukon tourism
Funding Annoucement on Behalf of Minister Lametti
On behalf of the Honourable David Lametti, P.C., Q.C., Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, the Honourable Mona Fortier, President of the Treasury Board, and Gary Anandasangaree, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, will make a funding announcement regarding support to survivors of sexual assault and intimate partner violence in Ontario.
Federal government launches national consultations for Canada’s first ever National Action Plan on Combatting Hate
Hate crimes have devastating consequences on victims, their families, and our communities. It’s time for Canada’s first National Action Plan on Combatting Hate, and people across Canada are invited to share their views
Minister of Justice orders new trial in British Columbia case following conviction review
The Government is committed to a fair and impartial criminal justice system that protects communities and respects the needs of victims while guarding against potential miscarriages of justice.
Government of Canada Announces Date of Budget 2022
The Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, will present Budget 2022 in the House of Commons on April 7, at approximately 4:00 p.m. EDT.
Statement from the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada on March 25, 2022
On March 25, 2022, Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement on COVID-19.
Public Safety Minister makes statement on Ukraine
Today, the Minister of Public Safety, the Honourable Marco Mendicino, issued the following statement
Announcement of new diplomatic appointment
Shawn Steil becomes Ambassador to the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. Mr. Steil replaces Deborah Paul.
Biographical note
Shawn Steil (BA [Anthropology and Environmental Science], McGill University, 1997; MEDes, University of Calgary, 2004) joined the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade in 2002.
Speaking notes for the Minister of Transport, The Honourable Omar Alghabra, Safer skies forum opening remarks
I want to begin by acknowledging that I’m joining you from Ottawa, Canada, which is situated on the traditional territory of the Algonquin and Anishinaabe Peoples.
How to send staff to Canada through Intra-Company Transfers
If your company has a parent company, branch, subsidiary, or affiliate in Canada, you can send key personnel to the Canadian location through an Intra-Company Transfer (ICT). ICT work permits are initially valid for one year and may be eligible for renewal. If the worker qualifies, employers are exempt from the Labour Market Impact Assessment […]
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