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  by Infrastructure Canada   from cic

The Governments of Canada and Quebec Provide Funding for 12 Recreational and Sports Projects in the Bas-Saint-Laurent Region  

Today, the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, federal Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, acting on behalf of the Honourable Catherine McKenna, federal Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, and Isabelle Charest, Quebec’s Junior Education Minister and Minister responsible for the Status of Women, announced over $7.5 million in funding for 12 projects in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region. They were joined by Caroline Proulx, Minister of Tourism, Minister responsible for the Bas-Saint-Laurent and Lanaudière regions, and MNA for Berthier, as well as the Mayor of Amqui, Pierre D’Amours. This funding will allow the population of the region to have access to modern and safe facilities that will promote an active, healthy and inclusive lifestyle.
Categories: National News
  by Employment and Social Development Canada   from cic

Government of Canada invests in projects to improve access to services for persons with disabilities in the Windsor region

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a disproportionate impact on persons with disabilities and has shed light on the number of Canadians that continue to face barriers to full inclusion in their communities and workplaces. One of the many ways the Government of Canada is taking action to break down those barriers is through funding programs like the Enabling Accessibility Fund (EAF).
Categories: National News
  by Employment and Social Development Canada   from cic

Government of Canada announces new funding for accessibility projects to help support persons with disabilities in Peterborough and the Kawarthas

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a disproportionate impact on persons with disabilities and has shed light on the number of Canadians that continue to face barriers to full inclusion in their communities and workplaces. One of the many ways the Government of Canada is taking action to break down those barriers is through funding programs like the Enabling Accessibility Fund (EAF).
Categories: National News
  by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada   from cic

Black Entrepreneurship Loan Fund

On May 31, the Black Entrepreneurship Loan Fund started accepting applications from Black business owners and entrepreneurs. It seeks to address the specific systemic barriers Black business owners have too often faced when seeking financing. It also demonstrates the Government of Canada’s commitment to addressing these barriers with long-term solutions by co-developing programs to better support Black entrepreneurs on their road to success.
Categories: National News
  by Women and Gender Equality Canada   from cic

Government of Canada invests nearly $7.3 million for nine organizations advancing gender equality in Ontario

A strong and vibrant women’s and equality-seeking movement is part of the foundation of a more inclusive Canada, where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. The Government of Canada continues to support organizations to ensure women and LGBTQ2 communities are given the opportunity to fully participate in Canada’s social, economic and democratic life.
Categories: National News
  by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada   from cic

Minister Ng announces the launch of the Black Entrepreneurship Loan Fund

Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, and Greg Fergus, Parliamentary Secretary to the Prime Minister, to the President of the Treasury Board and to the Minister of Digital Government and Chair of the Parliamentary Black Caucus, announced that the Black Entrepreneurship Loan Fund is now accepting loan applications.
Categories: National News
  by Infrastructure Canada   from cic

Media Advisory - Amqui, Quebec

Media representatives are invited to a press conference during which the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, the Honorable Marie-Claude Bibeau, and the Minister responsible for Education and Minister responsible for Status of Women, Ms. Isabelle Charest, will make an announcement concerning recreational and sports infrastructure in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region.
Categories: National News
  by CIC News   from cicnews

Canadians not in a rush to reopen border

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his government started planning for the Canada-U.S. border to reopen, but Canadians are in no hurry. Over three quarters of Canadians also agree that whenever the border reopens, travellers to Canada should show proof of vaccination. This is according to a poll conducted by Angus Reid Institute. The poll also […]

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Categories: Canada , Immigration , Visit , border reopening , Canada border , Canada Border Service Agency , CBSA , coronavirus vaccine , COVID-19 , covid-19 vaccine , travel restrictions , U.S.
  by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada   from cic

Government of Canada and Cement Association of Canada announce partnership to advance global leadership in low-carbon concrete production

Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry; Marie Glenn, Chair of the Cement Association of Canada (CAC); and Michael McSweeney, President and CEO of the CAC, issued a joint statement by the Government of Canada and the Canadian cement sector to support a roadmap to net-zero carbon concrete. This partnership and the resulting roadmap will position Canada’s cement and concrete industry to become a global leader in low-carbon cement and concrete production and related clean technologies.
Categories: National News
  by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada   from cic

Minister Ng to make an announcement on the Black Entrepreneurship Program 

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, and Greg Fergus, Parliamentary Secretary to the Prime Minister, to the President of the Treasury Board and to the Minister of Digital Government and Chair of the Parliamentary Black Caucus, will make an announcement on the Black Entrepreneurship Program.
Categories: National News
  by CIC News   from cicnews

IRCC to improve access to information following information watchdog investigation

Canada’s information commissioner is calling on the immigration department to improve communication with clients. As it is, the only way to see the status of your application or understand why your application for permanent residence was denied is to file an access to information request, more commonly known as an ATIP. This can be a […]

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Categories: Canada , Immigration , Canada immigration , Canada immigration news , Canadian immigration , Canadian immigration news , IRCC
  by Global Affairs Canada   from cic

Statement to mark International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers

The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs; the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of National Defence; and the Honourable Bill Blair, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, issued the following statement: “Today, we pay tribute to past and present United Nations peacekeepers who put themselves at risk in the service of peace around the world.
Categories: Canada and World