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  by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada   from cic

Government of Canada to make more spectrum available to support high-quality wireless services

Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, announced the decision to repurpose the 3800 MHz spectrum band to support 5G services. This decision will allow for the deployment of new technologies, which will lead to the creation of good jobs and new products and services for Canadians.
  by Infrastructure Canada   from cic

Canada and Ontario invest in new $53 million recreational complex for the Township of King

Today, The Honourable Deb Schulte, Minister of Senior and Member of Parliament for King-Vaughan, on behalf of The Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities; The Honourable Stephen Lecce, Ontario’s Minister of Education and Member of Provincial Parliament for King-Vaughan, on behalf of The Honourable Laurie Scott, Ontario’s Minister of Infrastructure; and His Worship Steve Pellegrini, Mayor of the Township of King, announced joint funding for the construction of a new recreational centre in King.
  by Infrastructure Canada   from cic

Canada and Ontario invest in upgrades and repairs to George Bell Arena in Toronto

Today, the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development and Member of Parliament for York South—Weston, Ontario, on behalf of the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Federal Minister of Infrastructure and Communities; Christine Hogarth, Parliamentary Assistant to the Solicitor General and Member of Provincial Parliament for Etobicoke–Lakeshore, on behalf of the Honourable Laurie Scott, Ontario’s Minister of Infrastructure; His Worship John Tory, Mayor of the City of Toronto; Councillor Jennifer McKelvie, Councillor for Scarborough-Rouge Park and Chair for Infrastructure and Environment Committee; and Councillor Frances Nunziata, Councillor for York South-Weston and Council Speaker announced joint funding to support the upgrades and repairs to the George Bell Arena in Toronto.
  by CIC News   from cicnews

Travel restrictions to Canada extended to June 21

Canada has extended the travel restrictions in place to curb the spread of COVID-19, but there’s light at the end of the tunnel. Travel continues to be restricted from all countries, including the U.S., through to June 21 Restrictions on travel to Canada from countries other than the U.S. will be extended until June 21. Certain exemptions apply. https://t.co/Tq0SoTnlm2 […]

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  by Infrastructure Canada   from cic

Minister McKenna speaks with Pete Buttigieg, U.S. Secretary of Transportation

On Wednesday, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, the Honourable Catherine McKenna, spoke with U.S. Secretary of Transportation, Pete Buttigieg. They discussed the importance of the Canada-U.S. relationship and their respective infrastructure priorities, including public transit and active transportation, and infrastructure’s importance in creating good jobs, tackling climate change and building more equitable and inclusive communities.
  by CIC News   from cicnews

PEI invites 155 immigration candidates in new draw

Prince Edward Island has released the details of its scheduled May 20 draw. The province invited a total of 155 immigration candidates through its Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). Most of the invitations, 138, were issued to Express Entry and Labour Impact candidates. The remaining 17 invitations went to Business Impact candidates who had a minimum point threshold […]

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Minister of Foreign Affairs concludes successful participation in Arctic Council Ministerial Meeting in Iceland

The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today successfully concluded Canada’s participation in the 12th Ministerial Meeting of the Arctic Council in Reykjavik, Iceland. Minister Garneau also represented Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada (CIRNAC) on behalf of the Honourable Daniel Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs.
  by Department of Finance Canada   from cic

Government extends relief for Registered Pension Plans and deferred salary leave plans

Today, the Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, announced a one-year extension of draft regulations, initially released on July 2, 2020, to help employers who sponsor a registered pension plan (RPP) or deferred salary leave plan (DSLP) manage and maintain benefits for their employees through the COVID-19 pandemic.
  by Infrastructure Canada   from cic

Media Advisory - Toronto, Ontario

Members of the media are invited to attend an important virtual infrastructure event with the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development and Member of Parliament for York South—Weston, on behalf of the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Federal Minister of Infrastructure and Communities; Christine Hogarth, Parliamentary Assistant to the Solicitor General and Member of Provincial Parliament for Etobicoke–Lakeshore, on behalf of the Honourable Laurie Scott, Ontario’s Minister of Infrastructure; His Worship John Tory, Mayor of the City of Toronto; Councillor Jennifer McKelvie, Councillor for Scarborough-Rouge Park and Chair for Infrastructure and Environment Committee; and Councillor Frances Nunziata, Councillor for York South-Weston and Council Speaker.
  by CIC News   from cicnews

Express Entry: CRS drops to 397 in surprise draw

On May 20, Canada held an unusual Express Entry draw. Not only did it come out of the blue, eligible candidates only needed a score of 397. We have not seen an Express Entry draw with a score requirement this low since the historic February 13 draw where the cutoff score was just 75. Immigration, […]

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