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2021 Newfoundland and Labrador fisheries decisions

Today, the Honourable Bernadette Jordan, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans, and the Canadian Coast Guard, announced decisions for the Northern cod stewardship fishery, the 2J3KLPs capelin fishery, and the Recreational groundfish fishery (known locally as the recreational food fishery).

1282 days ago by FedNor from cic

Government of Canada invests in tourism infrastructure to support jobs, growth and a strong recovery in the Algoma and Manitoulin regions

In recognition of National Tourism Week, which run from May 23 to 30, Terry Sheehan, Member of Parliament for Sault Ste. Marie and Parliamentary Secretary to the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages, today announced a Government of Canada investment of $473,000 to enhance tourism in Northcentral Ontario.

1282 days ago by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada from cic

Government of Canada invests over $192,000 to bring high-speed Internet to 113 more homes in Vaughan and East Gwillimbury

The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted that too many Canadians in rural and remote communities lack access to high-speed Internet.

1282 days ago by Department of Finance Canada from cic

Remarks by the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance at the Committee of the Whole

Since the start of the COVID crisis, we have done whatever it takes to protect Canadians’ lives and livelihoods; to help our businesses weather the storm; and to position Canada for a strong, resilient, and sustained recovery.

1282 days ago by Infrastructure Canada from cic

Media Advisory - Trois-Rivières, Quebec

Media representatives are invited to attend a press conference during which an announcement will be made regarding a cultural infrastructure project in Trois-Rivières.

1282 days ago by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada from cic

Government of Canada invests over $196,000 to bring high-speed Internet to 339 more homes in Newfoundland and Labrador

Today, Gudie Hutchings, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Rural Economic Development and Member of Parliament for Long Range Mountains, on behalf of the Honourable Maryam Monsef, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Rural Economic Development, announced over $196,000 in federal funding to bring high-speed Internet to rural residents of Newfoundland and Labrador, with Aldera Communications Inc. investing an additional $81,700. This project will connect 339 underserved households in the Northern Peninsula communities of River of Ponds and Hawke’s Bay to high-speed Internet.

1282 days ago by Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions from cic

Invitation to media – Élisabeth Brière to announce Government of Canada support for CRVI (Centre de robotique et de vision industrielles Inc.)

Elisabeth Brière, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages (Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions), will announce Government of Canada funding to enhance the innovative and technology transfer capacity of CRVI (Centre de robotique et de vision industrielles Inc.), a college centre for technology transfer affiliated with Cégep de Lévis.

1282 days ago by Employment and Social Development Canada from cic

Virtual announcement on the Enabling Accessibility Fund in Peterborough-Kawartha

The Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Rural Economic Development, the Honourable Maryam Monsef, will announce important project funding to increase accessibility in the community of Peterborough-Kawartha.

1282 days ago by Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario from cic

FedDev Ontario supports tourism sector’s recovery across Eastern Ontario

$750,000 for tourism-dependent businesses in Eastern Ontario communities to pivot and support 185 jobs

1282 days ago by Infrastructure Canada from cic

Government of Canada and Community Foundations of Canada announce funding to support the urban Rideau Winter Trail

Today, the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities and Member of Parliament for Ottawa Centre, joined the Honourable Mona Fortier, Minister of Middle Class Prosperity and Associate Minister of Finance and Member of Parliament for Ottawa—Vanier, Tobi Nussbaum, Chief Executive Officer, National Capital Commission, Tais McNeill, Senior Associate at the Ottawa Community Foundation, and Peter Nor, Operations Manager and Board Chair of the Rideau Winter Trail, to announce $71,401 in federal funding from the Canada Healthy Communities Initiative for the Rideau Winter Trail in Ottawa.

1282 days ago by Infrastructure Canada from cic

The Governments of Canada and Quebec Invest in Eight Recreational and Sports Projects in the Centre-du-Québec Region

Today, Élisabeth Brière, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages, on behalf of the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, and Isabelle Charest, Minister for Education and Minister Responsible for the Status of Women, announced funding of nearly $11 million for eight projects in the Centre-du-Québec Region. They were joined by André Lamontagne, Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food, Minister Responsible for the Centre-du-Québec and Chaudière-Appalaches Regions and MNA for Johnson; Sébastien Schneeberger, Deputy Government House Leader and MNA for Drummond–Bois-Francs; Daniel Pelletier, City of Drummondville Councillor for District 11; and Denise Picotin, Chair of the Board of Directors for the Centre communautaire de loisirs Claude-Nault. With this funding, the region's residents will have access to modern and safe facilities that will promote an active, healthy and inclusive lifestyle.

1282 days ago by Infrastructure Canada from cic

Backgrounder: The Governments of Canada and Quebec invest in eight sports and recreational projects in the Centre-du-Québec Region

Joint federal, provincial and municipal funding is being allocated to eight recreational and sports infrastructure projects that will be completed in communities in the Centre-du-Québec Region. These projects include building or renovating recreational facilities and redeveloping parks.

1282 days ago by Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency from cic

Mactaquac Marine expanding tourism business

Construction of additional houseboats will help meet demand for popular vacation experience

1282 days ago by Canadian Space Agency from cic

James Webb Space Telescope: European Space Agency to hold briefing for media

On Tuesday, June 1, at 9:00 a.m. ET, the European Space Agency will hold a virtual briefing on the James Webb Space Telescope, the most powerful and complex space telescope ever built.

1282 days ago by CIC News from cicnews

How to apply for Canadian immigration spousal sponsorship

Spousal sponsorship is a key component of Canada’s immigration system. Under its Immigration Levels Plan 2021-2023, Canada aims to welcome 80,000 new immigrants per year through its Spousal, Partner, and Children category. The vast majority of these immigrants will arrive as the spouses and partners of Canadian citizens and permanent residents. The processing of spousal […]

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Parliamentary Secretary Adam van Koeverden to Announce Funding for the Canadian Sport Centre Atlantic

Adam van Koeverden, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Diversity and Inclusion and Youth and to the Minister of Canadian Heritage (Sport), will make a funding announcement regarding the Canadian Sport Centre Atlantic

1282 days ago by Public Health Agency of Canada from cic

COVID-19 Update (May 28, 2021) – Ministers and Government of Canada officials to hold a news conference on coronavirus disease

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) update to be given by the Ministers and Government of Canada officials at May 28, 2021 news conference.

1282 days ago by Infrastructure Canada from cic

Media Advisory - Montreal, Quebec

Tonight, the Samuel De Champlain Bridge will light up with rainbow colours to mark the start of deconfinement in Montreal and elsewhere in Quebec. The illumination will take place from sunset until 9:30 p.m.

1282 days ago by Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario from cic

FedDev Ontario’s supports recovery of southwestern Ontario’s tourism sector

With a $1.2-million investment, Southwest Ontario Tourism Corporation (SWOTC) is providing non-repayable contributions of up to $20,000 to local tourism-oriented businesses. These contributions are supporting costs associated with adapting and eventually reopening, such as space renovations and retrofits, purchase of equipment, fixtures and personal protective equipment, as well as support for technology and digitization. This project, in partnership with Tourism Windsor Essex Pelee Island, Tourism Sarnia Lambton, Middlesex County Economic Development and Tourism London. When complete, is expected to support more than 100 businesses and maintain 320 jobs.

1282 days ago by Infrastructure Canada from cic

Media advisory - Montreal, Quebec

1283 days ago by CIC News from cicnews

IRCC provides more clarity on eligibility criteria for six new immigration pathways

On May 26, IRCC released new program guidelines that offer more clarity on the eligibility criteria for its six new permanent residence programs. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) launched six new permanent residence (PR) streams for essential workers and international graduates earlier this month, on May 6. The English-speaking International Graduate stream reached its […]

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1283 days ago by Transport Canada from cic