The National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation (NCTR) and the National Film Board of Canada (NFB) today announced a new partnership that will allow for the long-term preservation of Survivor statements and other master audiovisual content from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC).
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Minister Gould to make an announcement about Workforce development in British-Columbia
The Minister of Families, Children and Social Development and Member of Parliament for Burlington, the Honourable Karina Gould, will virtually join British Columbia Minister’s, Minister Katrina Chen, Minister of State for Child Care and Minister Ravi Kahlon, Minister of Jobs, Economic Recovery and Innovation to announce supports for ECEs workforce in the child care sector.
Alexandra Bridge closed to motorists
Gatineau, Quebec, February 18, 2022 – The Alexandra Bridge currently has a 27-tonne load restriction applied to all types of vehicles. Out of an abundance of caution and safety due to the ongoing demonstration taking place in Ottawa, Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise motorists that the bridge will be closed to vehicular traffic.
Lane closures on Macdonald-Cartier Bridge
Out of an abundance of caution and safety due to the ongoing demonstration taking place in Ottawa, Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise motorists that there will be lane closures on the Macdonald-Cartier Bridge.
Remarks by the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance addressing the Emergencies Act and support for public transit
For nearly three weeks now, our economy, our democracy, and Canada’s international standing in the world have contended with sustained and coordinated threats.
Health Canada authorizes Novavax's Nuvaxovid COVID-19 vaccine
Health Canada has authorized Novavax’s Nuvaxovid COVID-19 vaccine for the prevention of COVID-19 in adults 18 years of age and older.
Canada participates in second Global Disability Summit
Today, the Honourable Carla Qualtrough, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion, participated in the 2022 Global Disability Summit, during which the Minister highlighted past commitments Canada made on disability inclusion in international assistance.
Government of Canada officials to hold a news conference on coronavirus disease (February 18, 2022)
Government of Canada officials to hold a news conference on coronavirus disease (February 18, 2022)
Canada announces new international climate finance funding for nature-based solutions
Climate change and biodiversity loss know no borders. Canada recognizes that urgent action is needed to support people living in regions of the world that are the most vulnerable to the devastating impacts of climate change.
Partnering for Climate
Over the summer months in 2020, the Government of Canada consulted representatives from domestic and international civil society organizations, academia and the private sector to help shape the future of Canada’s international climate finance for developing countries. The government also met with Indigenous peoples to gain their unique perspectives.
Innovative agricultural insurance product to strengthen Manitoba forage and livestock sectors
The Canada and Manitoba governments are investing $253,600 through the Canadian Agricultural Partnership (CAP) to develop a new usage-based insurance (UBI) product, in collaboration with Dairy Farmers of Manitoba (DFM), to respond to needs expressed by forage crop growers and other stakeholders in a 2020 review of forage insurance programs, federal Member of Parliament for Winnipeg South Terry Duguid and Manitoba Agriculture Minister Derek Johnson announced today.
Joint statement by the Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion and Canada Employment Insurance Commission Commissioners
Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion, Carla Qualtrough; Canada Employment Insurance Commission’s (CEIC) Commissioner for Workers, Pierre Laliberté; and the CEIC’s Commissioner for Employers, Nancy Healey, issued the following joint statement today after the final roundtable of the first phase of consultations on modernizing the Employment Insurance (EI) Program in Canada:
Canada’s Emergencies Act
Canada’s Emergencies Act
Government supports efforts to reduce food waste and enhance sustainability
Canadians are trailblazers in agricultural innovation and environmental sustainability. Investments in research, development and innovation are crucial to helping Canada's agriculture sector preserve and protect our natural resources and environment.
Canadian work permits for events hosted by foreign organizations
If you are planning on hosting an event in Canada this year, Canada offers facilitated work permit options to foreign event organizers. A lawyer can help you enter as a business visitor. They can also help you obtain an LMIA-exempt work permit. If you are a conference delegate, or administrative support staff, you are considered […]
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Federal government announces an investment in public transit systems across Canada
Today, the Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, announced that the Government of Canada intends to introduce legislation to invest up to $750 million to support municipalities facing transit operating shortfalls, in collaboration with provinces and territories. This one-time payment would help cities maintain service levels despite decreased ridership as a result of the pandemic.
Government of Canada invests nearly $6.6 million to bring high-speed Internet to more than 2,500 households in Saskatchewan
Today, the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development, together with the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada and Minister responsible for the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency, announced nearly $6.6 million in funding for 10 projects that will bring high-speed Internet to more than 2,500 households in rural Saskatchewan. Funding will be allocated as follows:
Alternating lane closure on Chaudiere Crossing
Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise motorists, pedestrians and cyclists that there will be an alternating lane closure on the Chaudiere Crossing for repair work.
Government of Canada announces next phase to strengthen Cyber Security Innovation Network
Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, announced that the National Cybersecurity Consortium (NCC) will receive up to $80 million to lead the Cyber Security Innovation Network (CSIN). This funding will help foster a strong national cyber security ecosystem in Canada and position the country as a global leader in cyber security.
New EV Chargers Coming to The Yukon
Today, Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for Yukon, on behalf of the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Natural Resources, announced a $595,000 investment in the Government of Yukon to install 14 EV fast chargers in communities and remote locations, making inter-community EV transit possible across the Yukon.
MP Hanley to Make an Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Announcement
Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for Yukon, on behalf of the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Natural Resources, will make a virtual announcement to support electric vehicle charging infrastructure.
CNSC renews Cameco’s nuclear fuel facility licence for Cameco Fuel Manufacturing Inc. for a 1-year period
CNSC renews Cameco’s nuclear fuel facility licence for Cameco Fuel Manufacturing Inc. for a 1-year period. This licence renewal authorizes the company to continue manufacturing uranium dioxide fuel pellets and nuclear fuel bundles.
CNSC renews Cameco Corporation’s nuclear fuel facility licence for its Blind River Refinery for a 10-year period
CNSC renews Cameco Corporation’s nuclear fuel facility licence for its Blind River Refinery for a 10-year period. This licence renewal authorizes the production of uranium trioxide from uranium ore concentrates.
James Webb Space Telescope- Canada's FGS successfully used in mirror alignment phase
The Fine Guidance Sensor (FGS) on the James Webb Space Telescope, a mission-critical element designed and built in Canada, was used in tracking mode for the first time as part of the telescope's 18 golden hexagonal mirror alignment process.
Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Collins Bay Institution
On February 10, 2022, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, a package containing contraband and unauthorized items was seized at Collins Bay Institution, a federal multi-level security institution.