Lane reductions on Burlington Canal Lift Bridge
Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise motorists of lane reductions on the Burlington Canal Lift Bridge for emergency repair work.
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Media Advisory - Montréal, Quebec
From sunset to 1 a.m. tonight, the Samuel De Champlain Bridge will light up in blue, yellow, black, green, and red to mark the opening of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
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Residents of the Northwest Territories to benefit from improvements to local roads
Today, Michael McLeod, Member of Parliament for the Northwest Territories, on behalf of the Honourable Maryam Monsef, Federal Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Rural Economic Development, and the Honourable Shane Thompson, Northwest Territories’ Minister of Municipal and Community Affairs, announced funding for 18 local road projects across the Northwest Territories.
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Backgrounder: Residents of the Northwest Territories to benefit from improvements to local roads
The Government of Canada is investing over $37 million in these projects through the Rural and Northern Communities Infrastructure Stream (RNIS) of the Investing in Canada Plan. Northwest Territories’ communities and Indigenous ultimate recipients are providing over $12.3 million towards these projects.
Government of Canada supports emerging quantum technology sector
British Columbia has a considerable local competitive advantage in the quantum ecosystem, and is well positioned to become a world leader in the field. This technology will have significant impacts across many sectors including manufacturing, natural resources, finance, engineering, healthcare, defense, transport, telecommunications and life sciences.
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Minister Guilbeault Announces Investment in the New Brunswick Performing Arts Industry
The Government of Canada invests in upgrades to Rogersville’s Lisa LeBlanc performing space.
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Statement from the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada on July 23, 2021
On July 23, 2021, Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement on COVID-19.
Deputy Prime Minister Highlights Support through Jobs and Growth Fund for Atlantic Canada
The Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, was in Fredericton to highlight how Atlantic Canada will benefit from the Government of Canada’s Jobs and Growth Fund.
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Media Advisory - Ottawa, Ontario
Members of the media are invited to attend an important infrastructure event with the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Federal Minister of Infrastructure and Communities; Greg Fergus, Parliamentary Secretary to the Prime Minister, to the President of the Treasury Board and to the Minister of Digital Government, and Member of Parliament for Hull —Aylmer; His Worship Jim Watson, Mayor of the City of Ottawa; and His Worship Maxime Pedneaud-Jobin, Mayor of the City of Gatineau.
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Canada and Manitoba invest $212.8 million to upgrade the North End Sewage Treatment Plant’s Headworks Facilities in Winnipeg
Today, the Honourable Daniel Vandal, Minister for Northern Affairs and Member of Parliament for Saint-Boniface–Saint Vital, on behalf of the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities; Terry Duguid, Member of Parliament for Winnipeg South; the Honourable Reg Helwer, Minister of Central Services, the Honourable Derek Johnson, Minister of Municipal Relations, the Honourable Sarah Guillemard, Minister of Conservation and Climate and His Worship Brian Bowman, Mayor of Winnipeg, announced funding for the North End Sewage Treatment Plant, in Winnipeg. They were accompanied by Kevin Lamoureux, Member of Parliament for Winnipeg North and the Honourable Cathy Cox, Minister of Sport, Culture and Heritage and Member of the Legislative Assembly for Kildonan-River East.
Canada launches consultation on stricter measures for elephant ivory trade
Today, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, launched a 60-day consultation to garner feedback from Canadians on a potential revised approach to elephant ivory trade in Canada.
Enriching visitor experience along the Edge of Avalon Heritage Coast
Atlantic Canadian tourism organizations continue to develop fresh approaches and innovative ways to overcome pandemic challenges, grow their communities, and deliver world-class tourism experiences. That is why the Government of Canada is investing to help non-profit organization Mistaken Point Cape Race Heritage Inc. of Portugal Cove South grow tourism along the Edge of Avalon Heritage Coast.
Canada invests $25 million to protect wetlands and grasslands in the Prairies
Today, the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, on behalf of the Minister of Environment and Climate Change, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, announced more than $25 million in funding to conserve, restore, and enhance critical wetlands and grasslands in the Prairie provinces.
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Government of Canada appoints Chair of Renewed Structured Intervention Unit Implementation Advisory Panel
The Government of Canada is focused on ensuring that federal correctional institutions provide a safe and secure environment conducive to inmate rehabilitation, staff safety and the protection of the public.
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Minister Alghabra and Member of Parliament Sean Casey to make an announcement on supporting tourism in Prince Edward Island at the Port of Charlottetown
The Minister of Transport, the Honourable Omar Alghabra, and the Member of Parliament for Charlottetown, Mr. Sean Casey will make an announcement about supporting Prince Edward Island’s tourism economy at the Port of Charlottetown.
Government of Canada offers refuge to Afghans who assisted Canada
Many brave Afghans made incredible contributions to Canada’s efforts in Afghanistan—often at great personal risk. While over 800 were able to resettle in Canada over the past decade, many are still in Afghanistan. With the situation in the country deteriorating rapidly, many have become Taliban targets due to their work.
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Backgrounder: Canada and Manitoba support green infrastructure and upgrades to community, culture and recreation facilities
The Government of Canada is investing more than $21 million in these projects through the Community, Culture, and Recreation Infrastructure Stream and the Green Infrastructure Stream of the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program. The Government of Manitoba is investing over $4.8 million, and other funding partners are contributing over $26.9 million toward eligible project costs combined.
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Canada and Manitoba support green infrastructure and upgrades to community, culture, and recreation facilities
Today, the Honourable Jim Carr, Minister and Special Representative for the Prairies, on behalf of the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, the Honourable Reg Helwer, Minister of Central Services and the Honourable Sarah Guillemard, Minister of Conservation and Climate announced funding for nine projects across Manitoba to support green infrastructure and upgrade community, culture, and recreation facilities. The projects will improve access to water infrastructure in several municipalities, create an urban tree canopy in Selkirk, and build or renovate key facilities in different locations to respond to community needs and make the buildings more energy efficient.
Régie intermunicipale de l’aéroport régional de Mont-Joli receives over $7M from federal government to maintain regional connectivity and jobs
Targeted support from Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions for regional transportation in Bas-Saint-Laurent region.
Minister Ng announces investment in the POST Promise initiative to support the safe reopening of Canadian small businesses
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, announced an investment of more than $1 million to support the POST Promise initiative, led by a national not-for-profit organization. The mission of the POST Promise is to help boost consumer and employee confidence through enhanced awareness and execution of workplace health measures so that customers feel safe shopping as public health restrictions begin to lift and the economy begins to safely reopen.
Hunting and fishing in Canada with a criminal record
With Canada opening its doors to American tourists in less than a month, many more people will be able to come. This article discusses the situation of one major tourist group. On August 9, the Canadian border opens for non-essential purposes to U.S. citizens and permanent residents. These must be fully vaccinated and have waited […]
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Media Advisory - Winnipeg, Manitoba
Members of the media are invited to attend an important infrastructure announcement in Winnipeg, Manitoba.
FedDev Ontario to announce support for the County of Grey
Marie-France Lalonde, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages (FedDev Ontario and Official Languages), will make an important virtual announcement for the County of Grey.
Invitation to media – Member of Parliament Soraya Martinez Ferrada to announce Government of Canada support for Mont‑Tremblant International Airport
Soraya Martinez Ferrada, Member of Parliament for Hochelaga and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Transport, will announce financial support for the Mont-Tremblant International Airport.
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The Government of Canada Concludes National Summit on Islamophobia
The Government of Canada hosted a National Summit on Islamophobia to provide a platform for Muslim communities to identify concrete ways to enhance federal efforts to combat Islamophobia across the country