Today, the Honourable Daniel Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, on behalf of the Honourable Maryam Monsef, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Rural Economic Development, announced over $41 million in federal funding through the CTI program and Rapid Response Stream (RRS) of the UBF for 11 projects to bring high-speed Internet to 93 communities across rural Manitoba. Through the four CTI projects, backbone infrastructure has the potential to improve Internet speeds for over 14,000 households. Through these seven RRS projects, 4,200 underserved households will be directly connected to broadband.

Terry Sheehan, Member of Parliament for Sault Ste. Marie, on behalf of the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages and Minister responsible for FedNor, today announced more than $1.1 million in financial support for the North Bay Jack Garland Airport Corporation (NBJGAC). This non-repayable contribution will help mitigate the financial pressures brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic by supporting the operations of the Jack Garland airport for a one-year period. The project is expected to help maintain 11 local jobs.

After 15 months of waiting due to the COVID-19 pandemic border closures, all valid Confirmation of Permanent Residence (COPR) holders are now able to complete the process of calling Canada home. While the world has come a long way since the start of the pandemic in early 2020, Canada still has several COVID-related immigration regulations […]

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Over $4 million in federal funding through Western Economic Diversification Canada will impact the value added manufacturing and digital technology capacity in Manitoba

Today, the CRTC announced that 10 projects will receive up to nearly $20.5 million in funding from the Broadband Fund.

Today, the CRTC has approved funding for 10 high-quality projects through the CRTC Broadband Fund. These projects will introduce or improve broadband Internet access services, and in some cases mobile wireless services, for approximately 3,625 households in 46 communities, including 16 Indigenous communities, in British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario, New Brunswick, and Newfoundland and Labrador.

Francis Scarpaleggia, Member of Parliament for Lac-Saint-Louis, will announce financial assistance from the Government of Canada to support the growth of FPInnovations, a non-profit organization specialising in innovation and technology transfer in the forestry sector.

Today, the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, along with the Member of Parliament for Sherbrooke, Élisabeth Brière, announced a $100-million top-up for the Emergency Food Security Fund. This additional investment will provide more support for food banks and local food organizations, who are coping with higher demand and fewer resources.

Regional air transportation is crucial to ensure reliable passenger connectivity, that merchandise circulates, supply chains are maintained, and regional economic growth continues. The pandemic has had major impacts on regional air transportation ecosystems, affecting economies, communities, and local businesses.

From travelling to medical appointments, getting goods to market, distributing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and medical supplies, or delivering vaccines, Canadians rely on safe and well-maintained local airports to support vibrant communities. These airports also provide essential air services, more so during this Covid-19 pandemic, including community resupply, air ambulance, search and rescue, and forest fire response.

The Minister of Transport, the Honourable Omar Alghabra, will make an announcement on passenger rail services in Southwestern Ontario.

Government of Canada to announce support for Belledune’s economic diversification

Taking care of Canada’s forests and protected places plays a key role in the fight against climate change.

Government of Canada investing in talented scholars through the Health System Impact Fellowship program

The Government of Canada supports Guelph Museums’ efforts to create employment for youth in the heritage, arts and culture sectors

Canada’s Arctic waters are essential to the livelihoods, identity and natural heritage of Inuit communities. The Government of Canada understands the need for safe and accessible harbours for hunters, subsistence harvesters, commercial fishers, and other users in the Arctic.

The Government of Canada supports infrastructure projects that create quality, middle-class jobs and boost economic growth.

Maplebrook Retreat opens with Government of Canada support

Preserving the legacy and honouring the courage and sacrifices of Canadians and Newfoundlanders who served.

Government to announce support for regional airport

Targeted ACOA support for Western Newfoundland’s air ecosystem will help maintain jobs and re-establish regional connections

Today, Canada stands with the Lebanese people, as we recall the human tragedy that happened a year ago in the Port of Beirut. Canada will always remember that this explosion killed at least 200 people, including children, wounded thousands, displaced 300,000 people and destroyed half the city.

On August 4, 2021, Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement on COVID-19.

Manitoba invited 375 immigration candidates to apply for a provincial nomination on July 29, just two days after its largest draw ever. Invited candidates can now apply for a nomination from the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP). If they successfully receive it, the nomination will support their final application for Canadian permanent residence. Here are the results […]

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The Honourable Daniel Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, on behalf of the Honourable Maryam Monsef, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Rural Economic Development, will make an important announcement about high-speed Internet for rural Manitoba communities. A media availability will follow.