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Backgrounder: Investing in recreation, green and rural infrastructure for residents of Newfoundland and Labrador

Joint federal, provincial and municipal funding through the Investing in Canada infrastructure plan will support 88 projects, including recreation, green, and rural infrastructure improvements.

1203 days ago by Infrastructure Canada from cic

Backgrounder: Canada and Manitoba invest in flood prevention and drinking water infrastructure

The Government of Canada is investing more than $78.6 million in eleven projects under the Green Infrastructure Stream of the Investing in Canada Plan. The Government of Manitoba is investing over $67.8 million, and contributions by recipients toward their respective projects are over $43.2 million. Funding recipients are responsible for any additional project costs.

1203 days ago by Canada Border Services Agency from cic

What you should know before entering Canada for hunting season

As Canada-United States (U.S.) border restrictions are reduced and travel to Canada resumes, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) reminds those wishing to enter Canada for hunting season that travellers must declare all of their firearms and cannot import prohibited firearms, prohibited devices or prohibited weapons.

1203 days ago by Infrastructure Canada from cic

Canada and Saskatchewan invest to upgrade drinking water and wastewater infrastructure

Today, the Honourable Jim Carr, Minister and Special Representative for the Prairies, on behalf of the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities and the Honourable Don McMorris, Saskatchewan’s Minister of Government Relations announced funding to upgrade drinking water and wastewater infrastructure in three provincial parks and nine Saskatchewan communities.

1203 days ago by Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario from cic

FedDev Ontario extends funding for Digital Main Street initiative and Recovery Activation Program

The COVID-19 pandemic has placed an immense strain on retail-oriented main street businesses and small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) over the past 16 months.

1203 days ago by Health Canada from cic

Government of Canada Invests close to $134 million to Support Canadians Living and Working in Long-Term Care in British Columbia

Today, Terry Beech, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard and to the Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages (B.C.), on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Health, announced an agreement with British Columbia to provide it with close to $134 million for Safe Long-term Care.

1203 days ago by Public Health Agency of Canada from cic

Statement from the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada on August 13, 2021

On August 13, 2021, Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement on COVID-19.

1203 days ago by Infrastructure Canada from cic

Canada and TransLink invest in operations and maintenance facilities to accommodate the SkyTrain fleet

Today, Ron McKinnon, Member of Parliament for Coquitlam—Port Coquitlam, on behalf of the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, and Jeffrey Busby, Acting Vice President of Engineering at TransLink, announced funding for new maintenance facilities to support the SkyTrain fleet.

1203 days ago by Infrastructure Canada from cic

Backgrounder: Canada and Saskatchewan invest to upgrade drinking water and wastewater infrastructure

The Government of Canada is investing more than $12.7 million in 4 projects under the Green Infrastructure Stream of the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program. The Government of Saskatchewan is contributing over $10.8 million. Contributions by recipients toward their respective projects are $7.7 million. In total, this represents a combined infrastructure investment of more than $31.3 million. Funding recipients are responsible for any additional project costs.

1203 days ago by Canadian Food Inspection Agency from cic

Government of Canada launches consultation on boat-to-plate traceability for fish and seafood products

The Government of Canada is working in collaboration with Canada's seafood industry to ensure they remain competitive in the global marketplace and to protect consumers and fisheries by preventing seafood fraud and taking action to stop illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing.

1203 days ago by Transport Canada from cic

Government of Canada supporting the Saskatoon John G. Diefenbaker International Airport with new funding

Helping airports mitigate the financial impact of the global pandemic is part of the Government of Canada’s strategy to ensure that our air transportation system provides Canadians with efficient and affordable air travel. Investments in airport infrastructure are crucial to maintain safety, security, and connectivity for travellers, workers, and communities.

1203 days ago by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada from cic

Minister Ng launches call for applications for digital advisors for Stream Two of the Canada Digital Adoption Program

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME) will be crucial to Canada’s economic recovery by generating growth and creating jobs

1203 days ago by Infrastructure Canada from cic

Canada, Ontario and the Regional Municipality of Peel invest over $800,000 in the Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives

Today, Sonia Sidhu, Member of Parliament for Brampton South, on behalf of the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Federal Minister of Infrastructure and Communities; the Honourable Prabmeet Singh Sarkaria, Ontario’s President of the Treasury Board, and Member of Provincial Parliament for Brampton South, on behalf of the Honourable Kinga Surma, Ontario’s Minister of Infrastructure; Amarjot Sandhu, Parliamentary Assistant to Ontario’s Minister of Infrastructure, and Member of Provincial Parliament for Brampton West; and Nando Iannicca, Regional Chair of the Region of Peel, announced joint funding to improve ventilation at the Peel Art Gallery, Museum, and Archives (PAMA) in Brampton.

1203 days ago by Canada Border Services Agency from cic

CBSA charges immigration consultant for fraud

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is committed to protecting Canadians and permanent residents from unethical immigration consultants. Today, following an extensive criminal investigation, the CBSA announced charges related to an alleged sophisticated for-profit misrepresentation and immigration fraud operation in Calgary.

1203 days ago by Employment and Social Development Canada from cic

The Government of Canada and the Government of British Columbia announce an extension of support for quality early learning and child care across the province

The Government of Canada and the Government of British Columbia have reached an agreement on an extension to the Canada–British Columbia Early Learning and Child Care Agreement.

1203 days ago by Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency from cic

Shediac Bay marina receives infrastructure upgrades

$600,000 in federal and provincial investments will help to enhance visitor experience

1203 days ago by Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions from cic

Francis Scarpaleggia announces $100,000 in Government of Canada support for Mogile Technologies

The Pointe-Claire business has thus been able to conduct marketing activities.

1203 days ago by Transport Canada from cic

Government of Canada supporting the Calgary International Airport with new funding

Helping airports mitigate the financial impact of the global COVID-19 pandemic is part of the Government of Canada’s strategy to ensure that our air transportation system provides Canadians with choice, connectivity, and affordable air travel. Investments in airport infrastructure are crucial to maintain safety, security, and connectivity for travellers, airport workers, and communities.

1203 days ago by Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada from cic

Canada and British Columbia support Tseshaht First Nation to locate and commemorate their missing children from former residential schools

The location and confirmation of unmarked graves of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis children at former residential school sites across Canada are tragic reminders of the mistreatment of Indigenous children. As part of efforts to address historical wrongs and the lasting physical, emotional, mental and spiritual harms, the Government of Canada and Government of British Columbia are supporting Tseshaht First Nation as they embark on the difficult work of honouring the missing children who attended the Alberni Indian Resident School.

1203 days ago by Parks Canada from cic

Governments of Canada, British Columbia, Heiltsuk, Kitasoo/Xai’xais, Nuxalk, and Wuikinuxv working together to protect Central Coast of British Columbia

Memorandum of Understanding signed to launch a feasibility assessment for a proposed National Marine Conservation Area Reserve in British Columbia’s Central Coast..

1203 days ago by Transport Canada from cic

Government of Canada and Northwest Territories invest $50 million in Dehk’è Frank Channel Bridge replacement

The Government of Canada continues to invest in infrastructure projects that create quality, middle-class jobs and boost economic growth in Canada’s North.

1203 days ago by Health Canada from cic

Statement from the Minister of Health on Recommendations from the Expert Task Force on Substance Use

The Task Force on Substance Use has submitted two reports based on their independent, expert advice: Recommendations on Alternatives to Criminal Penalties for Simple Possession of Controlled Substances and Recommendations on the Federal Government’s Drug Policy as Articulated in a Draft Canadian Drugs and Substances Strategy (CDSS) .

1203 days ago by Natural Resources Canada from cic

New EV Chargers Coming to Ontario

Today, the Honourable Seamus O’Regan Jr., Minister of Natural Resources, announced a $99,900 investment to ERTH Corp to install 21 electric vehicle (EV) chargers across the province to put Canadians in the driver’s seat on the road to a net-zero future. ERTH Corp is also contributing $236,946 toward this initiative, bringing the total project cost to $336,846.

1203 days ago by Canadian Institutes of Health Research from cic

Government of Canada announces new investment in diabetes research

Diabetes is one of the top chronic diseases affecting Canadians. Over 3 million Canadians, or 8.8% of the population, have diagnosed diabetes and 6.1% of Canadian adults are at high risk of developing diabetes. The increasing prevalence of diabetes in Canada and the negative effects of COVID-19 on people with diabetes have underscored the importance of continuing to invest in diabetes research, treatment, and prevention.

1203 days ago by Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions from cic

The Honourable Mélanie Joly announces $3.8M in Government of Canada support for Trois-Rivières Port Authority

The Trois-Rivières organization will thus complete its project to develop a permanent road corridor to bring non-standard equipment into the city’s industrial port area.