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Government of Canada pauses decision on Glyphosate as it strengthens the capacity and transparency of review process for pesticides

The controlled use of pesticides is an important tool for the agricultural sector. Prior to approval for sale in Canada, all pesticides must undergo a rigorous science-based review by Health Canada’s Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA) and meet stric

1213 days ago by Employment and Social Development Canada from cic

Government creates record number of job opportunities for youth and students across Canada

Young people were among the hardest hit when the pandemic struck. That is why the Government of Canada continues to make historic investments to ensure that youth have the supports and opportunities they need to build long and successful careers. With that goal in mind came the creation of over 300,000 youth and student jobs since the start of the pandemic and the Canada Emergency Student Benefit, which provided income support for over 700,000 students last summer.

1213 days ago by Infrastructure Canada from cic

Canada and Ontario invest over $4.4 million in four recreation infrastructure projects in the Niagara Region

Today, Chris Bittle, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Member of Parliament for St. Catharines, on behalf of the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities; Sam Oosterhoff, Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Education and Member of Provincial Parliament for Niagara West, on behalf of the Honourable Kinga Surma, Ontario’s Minister of Infrastructure; and His Worship Walter Sendzik, Mayor of the City of St. Catharines, announced joint funding for four recreational and community infrastructure projects in the Niagara Region.

1213 days ago by Infrastructure Canada from cic

Backgrounder: Canada and Ontario invest over $4.4 million in four recreation infrastructure projects in the Niagara Region

Joint federal, provincial, and recipient funding through the Investing in Canada infrastructure plan will support four community, cultural, and recreation infrastructure projects in the Niagara Region.

1213 days ago by Indigenous Services Canada from cic

The Government of Canada commits additional support to Nishnawbe Aski Nation in pursuit of First Nations health transformation

Ottawa, Ontario — Please be advised that the Pam Damoff, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Indigenous Services, and Grand Chief Alvin Fiddler, will announce additional support to the Nishnawbe Aski Nation in pursuit of First Nations health transformation.

1213 days ago by Correctional Service Canada from cic

Death of an inmate from Dorchester Penitentiary

On August 3, 2021, Garrett Young, an inmate from Dorchester Penitentiary, died while in our custody of apparent natural causes.

1213 days ago by Parks Canada from cic

Government of Canada invests $130 million to work with partners to create a network of national urban parks

1213 days ago by Infrastructure Canada from cic

Media Advisory - West Vancouver, British Columbia

Members of the media are invited to attend an important infrastructure announcement in West Vancouver, B.C.

1213 days ago by Global Affairs Canada from cic

Press conference on the government’s “Give A Vax” Matching Fund with UNICEF Canada and BC health authorities

On behalf of the Honourable Karina Gould, Minister of International Development, the Honourable Hedy Fry, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Centre, invites media to a press conference on Canada’s “Give A Vax” matching fund campaign in support of vaccination efforts in developing countries, humanitarian and conflict situations.

1213 days ago by Infrastructure Canada from cic

Media Advisory - Toronto, Ontario

Members of the media are invited to attend an important infrastructure announcement in Toronto with the Honourable Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Member of Parliament for Toronto—St. Paul's, on behalf of the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities; Robin Martin, Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Health and Member of Provincial Parliament for Eglinton—Lawrence, on behalf of the Honourable Kinga Surma, Ontario’s Minister of Infrastructure; and Deputy Mayor Michael Thompson on behalf of His Worship John Tory, Mayor of the City of Toronto.

1213 days ago by Indigenous Services Canada from cic

Government of Canada COVID-19 update for Indigenous Peoples and communities, week of August 2

Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) is committed to supporting Indigenous communities in their response to COVID-19 and continues to work closely with Indigenous organizations and provincial and territorial governments.

1213 days ago by Department of Justice Canada from cic

Workplace sexual harassment and access to justice in Calgary a priority for the Government of Canada

All individuals have the right to a safe workplace with fair treatment for all. Sexual harassment impacts the health and well-being of those involved, as well as their ability to perform their jobs to the best of their ability.

1213 days ago by Western Economic Diversification Canada from cic

Government of Canada to announce details of the new Regional Development Agency for the Prairies

Tomorrow, Hon. Mélanie Joly, with Hon. Jim Carr and Parliamentary Secretary Terry Duguid, will announce details of the new Prairies-focused regional development agency to improve economic development in Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba.

1213 days ago by Veterans Affairs Canada from cic

Minister MacAulay to make important announcement regarding support for Veterans

The Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, will announce new funding recipients under the Veteran and Family Well-Being Fund and the launch of the 2021 call for applications.

1213 days ago by Department of Finance Canada from cic

Government launches consultations on reducing credit card transaction fees

Today, the Department of Finance Canada is launching consultations with the aim of lowering the cost of doing business by reducing credit card transaction fees. These savings will allow small and medium-sized businesses recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic to direct financial resources toward growth and job creation.

1213 days ago by Infrastructure Canada from cic

Media Advisory - Fredericton, New Brunswick

Members of the media are invited to an important announcement regarding COVID-19 response infrastructure with Jenica Atwin, Member of Parliament for Fredericton, on behalf of the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities; and Her Worship Kate Rogers, Mayor of Fredericton.

1213 days ago by Canadian Heritage from cic

Connecting Canadians in Linguistic Minority Communities Across the West and North

Government of Canada funding will help develop and deliver digital media content in linguistic minority communities.

1213 days ago by Infrastructure Canada from cic

Backgrounder: Canada and Ontario invest over $2 million in improved community, culture, and recreational infrastructure in Eastern Ontario

The Government of Canada is investing more than $1.1 million in these projects through the Community, Culture and Recreation Infrastructure Stream of the Investing in Canada plan. The Government of Ontario is providing over $941,000. The recipients are contributing more than $753,000 toward their respective projects.

1213 days ago by Infrastructure Canada from cic

Canada and Ontario invest over $2 million in improved community, culture, and recreational infrastructure in Eastern Ontario

Today, Mark Gerretsen, Member of Parliament for Kingston and the Islands, on behalf of the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Federal Minister of Infrastructure and Communities; and John Yakabuski, Member of Provincial Parliament for Renfrew—Nipissing—Pembroke, on behalf of the Honourable Kinga Surma, Ontario’s Minister of Infrastructure, announced joint funding for improvements to community, culture, and recreational infrastructure for three projects in three communities in Eastern Ontario.

1213 days ago by Fisheries and Oceans Canada from cic

Government of Canada and Province of British Columbia invest in sustainable salmon research and aquaculture science

Today, the Minister of Fisheries, Oceans, and the Canadian Coast Guard, the Honourable Bernadette Jordan, and the BC Parliamentary Secretary of Fisheries and Aquaculture, Fin Donnelly, announced $7.9 million in funding for seven projects under the British Columbia Salmon Restoration and Innovation Fund (BCSRIF).

1213 days ago by Fisheries and Oceans Canada from cic

Seven projects have been approved for funding under the British Columbia Salmon Restoration and Innovation Fund (BCSRIF)

Seven projects have been approved for funding under the British Columbia Salmon Restoration and Innovation Fund (BCSRIF).

1213 days ago by Western Economic Diversification Canada from cic

Government of Canada to announce details of the new Regional Development Agency in British Columbia

Tomorrow, Hon. Mélanie Joly, with Parliamentary Secretary Terry Beech will announce details of the new BC-focused regional development agency to better serve the people of British Columbia.

1213 days ago by Canadian Heritage from cic

Minister Guilbeault to Announces Funding for Rouyn-Noranda’s Agora des Arts

The Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Canadian Heritage, will make an announcement on Thursday regarding the Agora des arts in Rouyn-Noranda.

1213 days ago by Department of Finance Canada from cic

Government welcomes final report from Advisory Committee on Open Banking

The global economy is undergoing a rapid digital transformation - and the Canadian economy and financial sector are following suit.

1213 days ago by Public Services and Procurement Canada from cic

Government of Canada awards in-service support contract for Halifax-class LM2500 gas turbines

Through the National Shipbuilding Strategy, the Government of Canada is ensuring the members of the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) have safe and effective vessels required to protect Canadian sovereignty, while creating jobs and generating economic benefits for communities across Canada.