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Goal of a barrier-free Canada moves closer with the appointment of the Chief Accessibility Officer
Through the implementation of the Accessible Canada Act, the Government of Canada continues to make important progress toward creating a barrier-free Canada, where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive and participate.
Biography: Canada’s first Chief Accessibility Officer
Stephanie Cadieux is a change leader, an advocate for diversity, accessibility, disability inclusion and an entrepreneur with more than 15 years of experience in planning and leadership roles.
Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador Announce Intent to Expand the Mandate of Offshore Energy Regime to Support the Transition to a Clean Economy and Create Sustainable Jobs
Today, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Canada’s Minister of Natural Resources, and the Honourable Andrew Parsons, Newfoundland and Labrador’s Minister of Industry, Energy and Technology, jointly announced their intention to facilitate the transition to a clean economy and create sustainable jobs by refreshing and expanding the mandate of the Canada–Newfoundland and Labrador offshore energy regime. Both governments also committed to expedite the elimination of subsidies for fossil fuels, including for the offshore energy sector.
Library and Archives Canada announces first recipients of Price McIntosh Bursary
Library and Archives Canada (LAC) is pleased to announce the first recipients of the Price McIntosh Bursary, for the 2021–22 academic year.
Transport Minister Alghabra announces five reappointments at VIA Rail Inc.
Today, the Minister of Transport, the Honourable Omar Alghabra, announced five reappointments at VIA Rail Inc.
Government of Canada invests in digitization of farming to strengthen sustainability of Canada’s agriculture sector
Agricultural innovations have contributed enormously to the transformation of Canada’s agriculture sector and have strengthened our competitive position internationally. To ensure Canada remains a global leader in agricultural innovation and technological development, today, the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, announced up to $419,000 to Mojow Autonomous Solutions Inc., through the Canadian Agricultural Partnership, under the AgriScience Program.
What Canada’s rising inflation means for newcomers
Many shoppers are finding that things are more expensive when they go to the grocery store. What’s behind those price increases? “Prices are rising much more quickly than in recent years,” says Marc Desormeaux, senior economist at Scotiabank. “In January 2022, the total Consumer Price Index (CPI) was more than 5% higher than one year […]
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Canadian scientists to study health in space to benefit life on Earth
The Canadian Space Agency has awarded grants to support nine universities from across Canada to pursue research projects to better understand the effects of space on the human body.
Parliamentary Secretary Julie Dabrusin to Announce Support for Energy Advisors
Julie Dabrusin, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Natural Resources and to the Minister of Environment and Climate Change, on behalf of the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Natural Resources, will make a virtual announcement to support energy advisors as part of the Canada Greener Homes Grant initiative.
Five benefits of Canadian citizenship
There are a number of good reasons to transition from permanent residence to Canadian citizenship. Beyond the security and pride that comes with citizenship, there are some advantages that are not available to permanent residents. Here are five benefits to getting Canadian citizenship. Schedule a Free Canadian Citizenship Consultation with the Cohen Immigration Law Firm […]
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FedNor invests more than $1.4 million to accelerate growth and enhance manufacturing in North Bay
The Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, today announced FedNor investments totaling $1,416,298 for two projects designed to fuel innovation and optimize business productivity. Funded through FedNor’s Regional Economic Growth through Innovation Fund (REGI), these strategic initiatives are expected to create up to 19 local jobs in the short term, with the potential to create an additional 340 over the next five years.
Minister Jaczek to announce support for southern Ontario’s tourism industry
The Honourable Helena Jaczek, Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), will make a significant announcement supporting tourism across southern Ontario.
Ottawa and Québec grant $4.7M to LOOP Mission to help optimize its production
The governments of Canada and Quebec are granting a total of $4.7 million in financial assistance to LOOP Mission, based in Boisbriand, in the Laurentides region. The business, which markets cold-pressed juices and smoothies as part of the circular economy, aims to purchase automated equipment for its manufacturing lines and adopt new processes to increase its production capacity and sustain an increase in demand. The project is valued at $11.2 million.
Equipment and expansions help South Shore businesses modernize and grow
A key part of Canada’s economic recovery is supporting businesses as they adapt, grow and move forward from the COVID-19 pandemic. Small and medium-sized businesses and the organizations that support them represent the backbone of our economy. They generate quality local jobs and are a source of pride for their communities. To do so, businesses and entrepreneurs need a strong foundation, built on technological innovation, inclusivity, and clean growth to create the workforce of the future.
Backgrounder: Equipment and expansions help South Shore businesses modernize and grow
A key part of Canada’s economic recovery is supporting businesses as they adapt, grow and move forward from the COVID-19 pandemic. Small and medium-sized businesses and the organizations that support them represent the backbone of our economy. They generate quality local jobs and are a source of pride for their communities. To do so, businesses and entrepreneurs need a strong foundation, built on technological innovation, inclusivity, and clean growth to create the workforce of the future.
The governments of Canada and Ontario support French-language post-secondary education in Ottawa
The Government of Canada supports the Franco-Ontarian community
The Government of Canada highlights National Caregiver Day
Today, Minister of Seniors Kamal Khera, along with Minister of Health Jean-Yves Duclos, and Minister of Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health Carolyn Bennett, issued the following statement:
Message from the Minister of Health on Oral Health Month
April is Oral Health Month, which is a perfect opportunity to remind ourselves that the health of our teeth and gums can affect our overall health and well-being
News conference and media technical briefing on the proposed Act respecting online communications platforms that make news content available to persons in Canada
Canadian Heritage will be sharing information on the proposed Act respecting online communications platforms that make news content available to persons in Canada
Canada concludes its inclusive participation at Expo 2020 Dubai
The theme for Canada’s participation at Expo 2020 Dubai, “The Future in Mind” was an invitation to reflect on how to address emerging challenges and seize opportunities for innovation. The Canada Pavilion welcomed visitors to discover the diversity, creativity, and openness of Canada as a destination to invest, do business, study, immigrate and visit.
Canada Invests in Community-Led Solar Project in Ontario’s Most Northern First Nation
Today, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Natural Resources, announced an investment of over $865,000 to Fort Severn First Nation for a solar project to reduce the need for diesel-generated electricity and boost the reliability of energy systems in the remote northern Ontario community.
Minister Joly meets with Finnish counterpart
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today met with Pekka Haavisto, Finnish Minister of Foreign Affairs, during her trip to Helsinki, Finland.
Canada relaxes temporary foreign worker program rules to address labour shortages
Canada has introduced measures to make it easier for Canadian employers to access temporary foreign workers. These measures, announced April 4, come in response to a nationwide labour shortage. Canada is experiencing a low unemployment rate and high job vacancies at the same time. One solution to address labour shortages is to bring in temporary […]
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Canada-Finland joint statement on bilateral cooperation
Canada and Finland enjoy a rich history of excellent relations built on people-to-people ties and shared values. On the occasion of the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Canada and Finland, the governments of Finland and Canada celebrate all that we have achieved together and look toward the future, committing to deepening our partnership and cooperation on foreign and security policy in support of peace, prosperity, human rights and stability.