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Government of Canada invests over $6 million to bring high-speed Internet to 2,374 more homes in central and eastern Ontario

Today, the Honourable Maryam Monsef, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Rural Economic Development, announced over $6 million in federal funding for Bell, Cogeco Connexion and Lakeland Networks. These investments will bring high-speed Internet to rural residents in 15 communities in the regions of Clarington, Lake of Bays Township, Leeds and Grenville, Merrickville-Wolford, Northumberland County, Spencerville, Newtonville, Newcastle, West Guilford, Baysville, the Municipality of Dysart et al, and Wasauksing First Nation. These projects will connect 2,374 underserved households in eastern and central Ontario to high-speed Internet.

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Media Registration opens for International Donors’ Conference in Solidarity with Venezuelan Refugees and Migrants

May 26, 2021 - Canada will host the next International Donors’ Conference in Solidarity with Venezuelan Refugees and Migrants on June 17, 2021, in collaboration with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees and the International Organization for Migration, co-leads of the Regional Inter-Agency Coordination Platform for Refugees and Migrants from Venezuela.

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FedDev Ontario to announce support for tourism sector in Greater Peterborough area

The Honourable Maryam Monsef, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Rural Economic Development and Member of Parliament for Peterborough—Kawartha, on behalf of the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages and Minister responsible for FedDev Ontario, will make an important virtual announcement in Peterborough.

1284 days ago by Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency from cic

Government of Canada to announce support for Bluenose Centennial Celebrations

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Invitation to media – The Honourable Mona Fortier to announce Government of Canada support for Touverre, an SME in the Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean

The Honourable Mona Fortier, Minister of Middle Class Prosperity and Associate Minister of Finance, will announce Government of Canada funding to support the growth of Touverre, a business that specializes in glassblowing creations.

1284 days ago by Global Affairs Canada from cic

Statement on Syria’s upcoming presidential elections

Canada denounces Syria’s decision to hold presidential elections tomorrow, May 26, amidst ongoing human rights abuses and grave violations of international law perpetrated by the Assad regime.

1285 days ago by CIC News from cicnews

Manitoba PNP draw: 232 immigration candidates invited

Manitoba has released the results of its most recent immigration draw. On May 25, Manitoba invited 232 candidates who can now apply for a provincial nomination through the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP). If they receive it, the nomination will support their final application for Canadian permanent residence. Manitoba regularly invites immigrants to apply through one of […]

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Media Advisory - Ottawa, Ontario

Infrastructure Canada and Community Foundations of Canada to unveil Canada Healthy Communities Initiative projects supported during first round of funding

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Canada condemns Belarus’s diversion of Ryanair Flight 4978

“Canada strongly condemns the forced diversion of Ryanair Flight 4978 under false pretenses and the subsequent arrest of journalist Roman Protasevich by Belarus. This reckless, brazen act by the Belarusian regime jeopardized the safety of passengers and constitutes serious interference in the fundamental principles and international rules that ensure civil aviation safety around the world.

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Associate Minister of Finance Mona Fortier meets with the United States Deputy Secretary of the Treasury Wally Adeyemo

Minister Fortier and Deputy Secretary Adeyemo spoke about the challenges brought about by the global COVID-19 pandemic and its disproportionate impact on the most vulnerable. They underscored the need for a recovery that addresses the unequal impact the pandemic has had on certain groups, including women and members of the BIPOC community.

1285 days ago by CIC News from cicnews

Expedited work permits under CUKTCA

U.K. nationals are now able to apply for expedited work permits to work in Canada. The post-Brexit trade agreement between Canada and the U.K. came into effect on April 1, 2021. U.K. nationals who were previously covered under CETA are now eligible for work permits under CUKTCA, which stands for the Canada-UK Trade Continuity Agreement. These […]

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Remarks by President Velshi’s at the Global America Business Institute Virtual Workshop

Good morning everyone. Thank you, Alan, for the introduction and for inviting me to participate today.International coordination in nuclear energy innovation is an important and timely issue and one I am glad to be able to discuss with you.Momentum has continued to build on innovative nuclear technologies, even during this tumultuous year.That makes turning our collective focus to these technologies more important than ever.But, before I get to that, a bit on my organization.

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Minister Miller and Indigenous Services Canada officials to hold a news conference on coronavirus disease (COVID-19)

Please be advised that the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Indigenous Services, Valerie Gideon, Associate Deputy Minister of Indigenous Services Canada, and Dr. Tom Wong, Chief Medical Officer of Public Health, will hold a news conference to provide an update on coronavirus disease (COVID-19).

1285 days ago by Public Health Agency of Canada from cic

Government of Canada to announce support for COVID-19 safe voluntary isolation sites in Nova Scotia

The Honourable Andy Fillmore, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Health, and the Honourable Zach Churchill, Minister of Health for Nova Scotia, will announce support towards safe voluntary isolation sites in Nova Scotia.

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Canadian Coast Guard officially opens new permanent station in Victoria, British Columbia

Today Terry Beech, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, announced the official opening of the new Canadian Coast Guard search and rescue station in Victoria, B.C.

1285 days ago by Department of Justice Canada from cic

Government of Canada introduces legislation to foster greater confidence in the judicial system

Canadians should have full confidence in their judicial system. Maintaining this confidence requires that there be an accountable, transparent and fiscally responsible process for the handling of complaints against federally appointed judges.

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Seizure of Contraband and Unauthorized Items at Donnacona Institution

On May 19, 2021, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Donnacona Institution, a federal maximum-security institution.

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Canadian Coast Guard inshore rescue boat stations resume operations across Quebec

The safety of mariners and the protection of the marine environment are top priorities for the Canadian Coast Guard. Our Inshore Rescue Boat stations enhance our ability to respond to emergencies in Canadian waters.

1285 days ago by Public Health Agency of Canada from cic

Remarks from the Chief Public Health Officer on May 25, 2021

Remarks from the Chief Public Health Officer on COVID-19, May 25, 2021.

1285 days ago by Global Affairs Canada from cic

Statement by Minister Ng on U.S. request for dispute settlement panel on dairy TRQs under CUSMA

Canada is a strong proponent of rules-based multilateral trade and believes that international trade will play an important role in the global recovery from COVID-19.