The Government of Canada is investing over $3.91 million in 88 Ontario communities through the Municipal Asset Management Program (MAMP), delivered by the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM). As Canada moves toward a strong recovery, these projects will help communities make data-driven decisions about key infrastructure and ensure long-term infrastructure performance.

My first 100 days as Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations have been quite busy and, in my own view, quite productive, despite all the work that remains.

The Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, will hold a virtual press conference to make an important announcement on the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999 (CEPA).

On February 5, 2022, an inmate was assaulted at Kent Institution, a maximum security federal institution. The injured inmate was evaluated by staff members and transported to an outside hospital to receive treatment. The inmate has since returned from the hospital.

Ontario held two Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draws on February 8. The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) invited Express Entry candidates to apply for a provincial nomination through two PNP draws. Out of the 828 total invitations issued, 622 went to candidates who may be eligible for Ontario’s Express Entry Human Capital Priorities Stream. These […]

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Today, the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced that the United States has agreed to resume imports of Prince Edward Island (PEI) table stock potatoes into Puerto Rico starting tomorrow.

Nova Scotia invited 278 nurses to apply for a provincial nomination on February 8. The Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP) invited candidates who had profiles in the Express Entry system. Nova Scotia periodically invites Express Entry candidates in targeted occupations to apply for a nomination under its Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). In the new draw, […]

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Officials from Health Canada will hold a technical briefing to discuss the report – Health of Canadians in a Changing Climate: Advancing our Knowledge for Action.

We appreciate the opportunity to provide an update about the CRTC’s ongoing work to support competition and investment in the marketplace so that Canadians have access to the broadband and wireless services they need.

The Competition Bureau confirmed today that in 2022 the pre-merger notification threshold relating to transaction size will remain unchanged following a decision by the Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry to maintain the current threshold of $93 million set in 2021.

The Government of Canada is committed to keeping Canadians safe and making the criminal justice system more accessible, efficient and effective. This includes supporting the increased use of technology in courts across Canada.

Canada needs immigration to drive our economy, help address labour shortages, and keep our communities thriving. The Government of Canada understands that to keep attracting talent as a destination of choice, we must remain committed to improving our client service and providing the best experience possible for people who see their future in Canada.

On February 3, 2022, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, several separate packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Donnacona Institution, a federal maximum-security institution.

A new Statistics Canada study shows immigrant children have a higher postsecondary education rate, and make more money after their mid-20s than the overall Canadian population. The study is based on 2019 income tax data from the Longitudinal Immigration Database (IMDB), which provides a long-term perspective on how immigrant children integrate into Canadian society. The […]

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Francis Drouin, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, will virtually join farmers from Ontario to discuss Agricultural Clean Technology investments on farms, which are helping to make farming practices more sustainable.

On December 29, 2021, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, a package containing contraband and unauthorized items was seized at Matsqui Institution, a medium security federal institution.

The Honourable Bill Blair, President of the Queen’s Privy Council for Canada and Minister of Emergency Preparedness and the Honourable Marco Mendicino, Minister of Public Safety to hold a press conference to provide an update concerning the situation in Ottawa, Coutts and Windsor.

Public Health Agency of Canada announces the winner of the Vaccine Community Innovation Challenge (VCIC). The Challenge empowered trusted community leaders to share credible information on the safety and effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines, and encourage their community members to get informed and take action to protect themselves and others by getting vaccinated.

The Government of Canada is launching a call for proposals (CFP) under the Canada Service Corps that will provide funding for diverse organizations across the country to support local action on federal priorities to improve the social, economic and environmental well-being of communities. This CFP identifies the engagement of Indigenous and under-served youth as a key program focus and the need to increase the level of participation of these youth in the program.

Young people were among the hardest hit by the economic impacts of COVID-19 and the Government of Canada is ensuring their inclusion in all aspects of Canada’s economic recovery.

Today, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Natural Resources, announced a combined investment of over $450,000 to two organizations in Canada to support zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) awareness projects. These projects will help Canadians know about the clean options available when choosing their next vehicle.

Eligible producers who were not paid for grain delivered to Pipeline Foods, ULC will be fully compensated through the Canadian Grain Commission’s Safeguards for Grain Farmers Program.

The Government of Canada is investing $292,780 in seven Nova Scotia communities through the Municipal Asset Management Program (MAMP), delivered by the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM). As Canada moves toward a strong recovery, these projects will help communities make data-driven decisions about key infrastructure and ensure long-term infrastructure performance.

As the global pandemic continues in Canada, the Government will continue to support vulnerable, low-income seniors who are experiencing financial hardship due to COVID-19.

Joanna Quinn and Les Mills’ Affairs of the Art (Beryl Productions International/National Film Board of Canada) has been nominated for Best Animated Short Film at the Academy Awards.