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Government of Canada Increases Support for Official Language Minority Communities in Newfoundland and Labrador

Parliamentary Secretary Marie France Lalonde confirms funding for official languages organizations in Newfoundland and Labrador

1290 days ago by Public Health Agency of Canada from cic

Government of Canada officials to hold a technical briefing on COVID-19 vaccines in Canada

On May 20, 2021, Government of Canada officials will hold a technical briefing to provide an overview on the roll-out of COVID-19 vaccines.

1290 days ago by Canadian Heritage from cic

The Government of Canada to Announce Funding for the Francophone Cultural Community in Northern Ontario

The Government of Canada supports the Francophone community in Timmins by investing in the reconstruction of the Centre culturel La Ronde, a major Franco-Ontarian institution

1290 days ago by Department of Finance Canada from cic

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Speaks with Chief Economists

Today, the Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, met virtually with chief economists from major Canadian financial institutions to listen to their views on the state of the Canadian and global economies and their expectations for the months and years ahead.

1290 days ago by National Defence from cic

Defence Minister Sajjan hosts fourth North American Defence Ministerial

Canada is committed to working with partners in North America to build resilience, increase capabilities, and strengthen operational capacity to counter transregional threats

1291 days ago by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada from cic

$1.67 million to bring high-speed Internet to more than 300 households in the La Mitis RCM by September 2022

Thanks to a $1.67-million joint investment made as part of Canada–Quebec Operation High Speed, 310 households in the La Mitis RCM will have access to high-speed Internet services by September 2022. The project will be implemented by TELUS.

1291 days ago by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada from cic

Government of Canada announces decision to triple spectrum available for Wi-Fi, bringing faster Internet to Canadians

More than ever, Canadians are relying on a good Internet connection for work, school, finances and health care, making access to high-quality and affordable services essential.

1291 days ago by Health Canada from cic

Government of Canada to announce funding for safer supply project in Guelph

Member of Parliament Lloyd Longfield, on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Health, will make an announcement for support for people at risk of overdose in Guelph.

1291 days ago by Global Affairs Canada from cic

Readout: Minister of Foreign Affairs meets with U.S. Secretary of State on margins of Arctic Council Ministerial Meeting

Today, the Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, met with Antony Blinken, U.S. Secretary of State, on the margins of the 12th Ministerial Meeting of the Arctic Council.

1291 days ago by Indigenous Services Canada from cic

Government of Canada COVID-19 Update for Indigenous Peoples and communities

As of May 18, 2021, more than 21.9 million COVID-19 vaccine doses have been distributed across the country. As of May 18, 452,043 vaccine doses have been administered in 687 First Nations, Inuit and territorial communities.

1291 days ago by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada from cic

Minister Bibeau announces investment to strengthen trust in Canadian agriculture

Today, the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, announced an investment of over $244,000 to support the Canadian Centre for Food Integrity’s (CCFI) work to build public trust in Canada’s food system.

1291 days ago by Health Canada from cic

Health Canada authorizes more flexible storage conditions for Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine

On May 19, 2021, Health Canada authorized a submission from Pfizer-BioNTech to allow its COVID-19 vaccine to be stored at regular refrigerated temperatures (2-8°C) at the point of use for up to one month. The vaccine was first authorized with a recommended storage temperature of between -80°C to -60°C (-112°F to -76°F). Thawed undiluted vials could only be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. On March 3, 2021, Health Canada authorized a change to enable storage at -25°C to -15°C (13°F to 5°F) for up to 2 weeks. This latest change will support additional flexibility in vaccine distribution.

1291 days ago by Canadian Food Inspection Agency from cic

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency invests in Canadian research and technology to improve food safety, animal health and plant health

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is committed to using cutting-edge research, technology, products and services put forward by Canadian small businesses to solve important challenges faced by the Agency and benefit businesses.

1291 days ago by Health Canada from cic

Re-evaluation Decision for Imidacloprid (Human Health and Environment)

Today, Health Canada is publishing its final re-evaluation decision regarding the risks to human health and environment from the neonicotinoid pesticide imidacloprid.

1291 days ago by Health Canada from cic

Health Canada announces new measures for use of neonicotinoid pesticide imidacloprid

Today, Health Canada released the final re-evaluation decision on the risk to human health and the environment from the neonicotinoid pesticide imidacloprid.

1291 days ago by Canadian Coast Guard from cic

Government of Canada and Ahousaht First Nation partnering on new response vessel to strengthen marine safety in British Columbia

As part of the Canadian Coast Guard’s Indigenous Community Boat Volunteer Pilot Program, Ahousaht First Nation has received and launched its new dedicated response vessel. As a founding member of the Coastal Nations Coast Guard Auxiliary (CN-CGA), Ahousaht First Nation works and trains with the Canadian Coast Guard and other first responders to support marine safety on the west coast of Vancouver Island.

1291 days ago by Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada from cic

Self-Government Framework Agreement signed by Canada, the Northwest Territory Métis Nation, and the Government of the Northwest Territories to guide negotiations

The Government of Canada, the Northwest Territory Métis Nation and the Government of the Northwest Territories have signed a framework agreement that will further advance reconciliation, the right to self-determination, work toward building strong Indigenous nations, and the Northwest Territory Métis Nation (NWTMN) land claim negotiations.

1291 days ago by Natural Resources Canada from cic

Canada Invests in Whitby’s Energy Saving Efforts

Ryan Turnbull, Member of Parliament for Whitby, on behalf of the Honourable Seamus O’Regan Jr., Minister of Natural Resources, today announced an $87,000 investment to the Town of Whitby to identify energy-saving opportunities for its municipal buildings and vehicle fleet.

1291 days ago by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada from cic

$2.1 million to bring high-speed Internet to nearly 140 households in the Portneuf RCM by September 2022

Thanks to a total investment of $2.1 million, made as part of Canada–Quebec Operation High Speed, 140 households in the Portneuf RCM will have access to TELUS high-speed Internet services by September 2022.

1291 days ago by CIC News from cicnews

British Columbia issues 82 invitations in tech pilot draw

British Columbia held a new draw through its Provincial Nominee Program on May 18. The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) issued a total of 82 invitations through the province’s Tech Pilot and under the Express Entry BC and Skills Immigration categories. Invited candidates who were from the Skilled Worker and International Graduate subcategories needed a minimum provincial score […]

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1291 days ago by Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions from cic

More than $600,000 for four Gaspé businesses involved in seafood processing

The Honourable Diane Lebouthillier announces financial support from Government of Canada for Gaspé businesses that have benefited from the Canadian Seafood Stabilization Fund to help Canada’s fish and seafood processing sector through the COVID-19 crisis.

1291 days ago by Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency from cic

Parliamentary Secretary Larry Bagnell to make a virtual announcement highlighting agrifood investments in Yukon

Parliamentary Secretary Larry Bagnell, on behalf of the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages and Minister responsible for CanNor, will make a virtual announcement regarding investments to support agriculture and agrifood initiatives in Yukon.

1291 days ago by Employment and Social Development Canada from cic

Minister Lebouthillier to announce investments under Canada Summer Jobs

1291 days ago by Canadian Heritage from cic

Investing in the Restoration of the Historic Welland Central Fire Hall

The Government of Canada is proud to contribute to the Central Station Education Initiative

1291 days ago by Environment and Climate Change Canada from cic

British Columbia-based trading company fined $60,000 for illegal import of 434 kg of fins from a threatened shark species

On May 18, 2021, Kiu Yick Trading Co. Ltd. was sentenced to pay a $60,000 fine after pleading guilty in the Provincial Court of British Columbia to unlawfully importing a CITES-listed species without a permit, in contravention of subsection 6(2) of the Wild Animal and Plant Protection and Regulation of International and Interprovincial Trade Act. The fine will be directed to the Government of Canada’s Environmental Damages Fund and used to support projects that benefit our natural environment. In addition to the fine, the court also ordered that 13 boxes of silky shark fins, weighing approximately 434 kg, be forfeited to the Crown.