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First Nations families and Canada agree to put litigation on hold while working to end the legacy of “enfranchisement” under the Indian Act

Today, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Juristes Power Law, who represent the plaintiffs in the Nicholas v Canada (Attorney General), are pleased to announce that they have reached a mutual agreement to put the litigation on hold while working to pursue a legislative solution to end the ongoing impact of enfranchisement under the Indian Act today.

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Minister Hajdu and Indigenous Services Canada officials to provide an update on COVID-19 in Indigenous communities

Please be advised that the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services; Dr. Evan Adams, Deputy Chief Medical Officer of Public Health; and Patrick Boucher, Senior Assistant Deputy Minister of the First Nations and Inuit Health Branch, will hold a news conference to provide an update on COVID-19 in Indigenous communities.

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Express Entry: Canada invites 1,047 in new PNP draw

Canada invited 1,047 Express Entry candidates to apply for Canadian immigration on March 2. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) only invited Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates in the new invitation round. The Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) cut off was 761. The minimum score was relatively high because PNP candidates get an automatic 600 points added to their score […]

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Funding announcement on behalf of Minister Lametti

On behalf of the Honourable David Lametti, P.C., Q.C., Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, Gary Anandasangaree, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada and Julie Dabrusin, Member of Parliament for Toronto–Danforth, will make a funding announcement regarding support for survivors of sexual assault and intimate partner violence.

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Scott Hutton to the Standing Senate Committee on Legal and Constitutional Affairs

The Internet has exponentially increased access to all kinds of content, including sexually explicit material. We acknowledge and share the concerns about the adverse effects and negative social impacts that exposure to pornography can have on youth and adolescents. This is a global issue that, in our view, requires a comprehensive, whole-of-government approach and many different tools.

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Media Advisory - Ottawa, Ontario

Members of the media are invited to an important virtual infrastructure announcement with Jennifer O’Connell, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities and Member of Parliament for Pickering-Uxbridge regarding the Canada Healthy Communities Initiative.

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PS Jones to Make an Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Announcement

OTTAWA — Yvonne Jones, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Natural Resources and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Northern Affairs, on behalf of The Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Natural Resources, will make a virtual announcement to support electric vehicle charging infrastructure in Indigenous communities across Canada.A media availability will follow.

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Minister Bibeau marks Canadian Agriculture Literacy Month with support for Canada’s next generation of farmers 

Youth and young farmers are the future of Canada's agriculture and agri-food sector. By connecting youth directly with farmers to learn how our food is produced and showcase the vital role that farmers play in our food system, the Government of Canada is helping to inspire and build the next generation of young farmers to ensure a strong, sustainable Canadian agriculture sector.

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Additional Immigration Support for Those Affected by the Situation in Ukraine

Canada has been closely monitoring the situation in Ukraine, and remains steadfast in support of its sovereignty and territorial integrity. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is taking additional steps to support Ukrainians and people residing in Ukraine, and to make it easier and faster for Canadian citizens, permanent residents and their accompanying immediate family members to return to Canada.

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B.C. invites 136 tech workers in new PNP draw

British Columbia invited 136 tech workers to apply for a provincial nomination on March 1. The invitations were issued through the BC PNP Tech, which is a stream under the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP). The BC PNP is an economic immigration pathway used by the province of British Columbia to attract experienced, high-demand foreign […]

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National Research Council of Canada launches new research program focusing on improving quality of life for Northerners

Today, the Honourable François Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, announced the launch of the National Research Council of Canada's (NRC) Arctic and Northern Challenge program. With an initial investment of over $20 million to fund research projects over the next 7 years, the program is committed to prioritizing northern-led research projects that have a strong focus on Northern capacity building.

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CBSA and RCMP unravel alleged narcotics smuggling attempt and seize over 265 kilograms of suspected narcotics

The Canada Border Services Agency, Southern Ontario Region, in partnership with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police is committed to keeping illegal goods from entering our neighborhoods. The dedication of officers from these forces kept approximately 265 kilograms of illegal suspected narcotics from reaching our communities and weakening the grip of organized crime.

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Minister Hajdu to Make an Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Announcement

THUNDER BAY — The Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister Responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario, on behalf of the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Natural Resources, will make an announcement to support electric vehicle charging infrastructure. A media availability will follow.

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