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Media Advisory - Burlington, Ontario

Members of the media are invited to attend an important virtual infrastructure event with the Honourable Karina Gould, Minister of International Development and Member of Parliament for Burlington, on behalf of the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Federal Minister of Infrastructure and Communities; Jane McKenna, Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Labour, Training and Skills Development and Member of Provincial Parliament for Burlington, on behalf of the Honourable Laurie Scott, Ontario’s Minister of Infrastructure; and Nancy Rowland, Royal Botanical Gardens Chief Executive Officer.

1296 days ago by Natural Resources Canada from cic

Investing in Indigenous-Led Forest Economy on Vancouver Island

The Honourable Seamus O’Regan Jr., Minister of Natural Resources, today announced $245,000 in funding to Homalco First Nation to grow Homalco Forestry Initiatives, which provides forest management and timber harvesting services within the community’s tradition territory in Campbell River on Vancouver Island.

1296 days ago by Public Services and Procurement Canada from cic

Government of Canada awards in-service support contract for new manned airborne intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance capability for Canadian Armed Forces

Through Strong, Secure, Engaged, the Government of Canada is providing the Canadian Armed Forces with the capacity to identify potential threats to Canadian security and sovereignty, including in the Arctic.

1296 days ago by Canadian Heritage from cic

The Government of Canada Invests in Community, Preschool and Daycare Spaces in Two New Francophone Schools in Alberta

The Government of Canada, in partnership with the Government of Alberta, is investing more than $3 million in community infrastructure in two new Francophone schools in Alberta

1296 days ago by Canada Border Services Agency from cic

Border services officers seize over 17,000 litres of substance used to produce date-rape drug

1297 days ago by Infrastructure Canada from cic

Media Advisory - Ottawa, Ontario

Members of the media are invited to an important announcement by the Government of Canada and Community Foundations of Canada on the Canada Healthy Communities Initiative.

1297 days ago by Parks Canada from cic

Government of Canada announces exciting progress on campgrounds in Waterton Lakes National Park

Waterton Lakes’ reconstruction of Crandell Mountain Campground to begin this spring and Townsite Campground now open for the season.

1297 days ago by Global Affairs Canada from cic

Minister Ng speaks with Ibec chief executive officer about Canada-Ireland trade opportunities

Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, joined Danny McCoy, chief executive officer for Ireland’s largest business representation group, Ibec, for a conversation on how business owners and entrepreneurs on both sides of the Atlantic can start up, scale up, and access new markets as part of the global economic recovery from COVID-19.

1297 days ago by Infrastructure Canada from cic

Federal government and province commit to shovel ready Hamilton Light Rail Transit project from McMaster to Eastgate at Centennial Park

Today the Honourable Catherine McKenna, federal Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, the Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister of Labour and Member of Parliament for Hamilton West – Ancaster – Dundas, and Caroline Mulroney, Ontario Minister of Transportation announced that both governments have signed a deal to invest nearly $3.4 billion in the shovel-ready Hamilton Light Rail Transit (LRT) project. Each government is contributing 50% of eligible project costs, up to $1.7 billion. The federal contribution has been designated for LRT investment only, and is subject to approval by the Treasury Board of Canada. The project’s life cycle costs will be covered by the Government of Ontario.

1297 days ago by Natural Resources Canada from cic

Reducing Diesel Dependency in Isolated Labrador Communities

Yvonne Jones, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Northern Affairs and Member of Parliament for Labrador, on behalf of the Honourable Seamus O’Regan Jr., Minister of Natural Resources, announced today an investment of $90,000 for a study that explores power system options to help reduce diesel dependency in Labrador’s remote and Indigenous communities.

1297 days ago by Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario from cic

FedDev Ontario invests in Mississauga-based automated retail tech developer

As Canadian businesses continue to deal with the impacts of COVID-19, the Government of Canada continues to support businesses to pivot to digitize and take advantage of e-commerce opportunities and automation. Investing in homegrown tech companies helps to keep Canada at the forefront of advanced technology and seize new opportunities as we navigate the realities of a more digitally-connected and automated society.

1297 days ago by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada from cic

Government of Canada and Government of Prince Edward Island invest to support upgrades at Amalgamated Dairies Limited

Food processors rely on modern equipment to remain competitive, enhance efficiency and boost productivity. With the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, it is more important than ever that they have access to the necessary support to ensure they are well-positioned for the future.

1297 days ago by CIC News from cicnews

You can come to work in Canada during the pandemic

People looking to work in Canada temporarily may still be able to do so despite COVID-19-related travel restriction. This applies to all types of work and is not exclusive to health care or other essential work. The Canadian border is only closed to what the government considers “non-essential” travel. Those who are exempt from the travel restrictions […]

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1297 days ago by Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency from cic

Government of Canada investment helping the fish and seafood sector in Western Newfoundland and Great Northern Peninsula remain strong

The workforce of Canada’s fish and seafood processing sector is an economic driver in coastal and rural communities, and is vital to the national food supply chain. The sector faced immense challenges due to COVID-19, and the Government of Canada worked quickly to ensure it had the support it needed during this unprecedented time.

1297 days ago by Natural Resources Canada from cic

Canada Invests in Energy-Efficient Buildings in New Brunswick

Wayne Long, Member of Parliament for Saint John–Rothesay, on behalf of the Honourable Seamus O’Regan Jr., Minister of Natural Resources, today announced an investment of $469,973 to Service New Brunswick’s Energy Management branch to support the implementation of a government-wide energy management and reporting system.

1297 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 13, 2021, Government of Canada officials will hold a technical briefing to provide an overview on the roll-out of COVID-19 vaccines.

1297 days ago by Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency from cic

Western Newfoundland and Great Northern Peninsula fish and seafood processors get support from the Canadian Seafood Stabilization Fund

Atlantic Canada’s fish and seafood sector has faced significant challenges and financial hardship since the downturn in the economy due to COVID-19. That is why the Government of Canada is helping fish and seafood processors navigate these difficult times with support through the Canadian Seafood Stabilization Fund.

1297 days ago by Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency from cic

Government of Canada investments to provide robust support for key areas of the Northern economy

The COVID-19 pandemic is an unprecedented event, which brings unique challenges to businesses across the territories. CanNor has been there to support entrepreneurs and businesses since the beginning of the pandemic and continues to support their recovery by making strategic investments that help contribute to Canada's economic recovery.

1297 days ago by Correctional Service Canada from cic

COVID-19 related death of an inmate

On May 11, 2021, an inmate from Bowden Institution died as an apparent result of complications related to COVID-19.

1297 days ago by Canada Infrastructure Bank from cic

Media Advisory - Hamilton, Ontario

Members of the media are invited to attend an important virtual infrastructure event with the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, the Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister of Labour and Member of Parliament for Hamilton – West – Ancaster – Dundas, and the Honourable Caroline Mulroney, Ontario Minister of Transportation.

1297 days ago by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada from cic

Pathway to permanent residence for in-Canada families of Canadian victims of air disasters ET302 and PS752

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has put in place a new public policy facilitating permanent residence application for in-Canada families of victims of air disasters involving Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302 (ET302) and Ukraine International Airlines Flight 752 (PS752). The public policy came into effect on May 12, 2021, and will remain in place until May 11, 2022.

1297 days ago by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada from cic

Minister Mendicino announces new permanent residence pathway for families of Canadian victims of recent air disasters

Air disasters have taken the lives of too many Canadians and left too many families across our country without loved ones.

1297 days ago by CIC News from cicnews

Express Entry: 557 PNP candidates invited in newest draw

Canada invited 557 Express Entry candidates to apply for permanent residence on May 12. Express Entry candidates needed a score of at least 752 in order to receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA). They also needed to have previously received a nomination from a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). Any time someone gets a provincial nomination […]

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1297 days ago by Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario from cic

Government of Canada provides more support to CAN Health Network

As the fight against COVID-19 continues it is more important than ever to support Canada’s innovative and cutting edge health care companies.

1297 days ago by CIC News from cicnews

Mendicino gives speech on modernizing Canada’s immigration system

Canada’s Immigration Minister Marco Mendicino delivered a keynote address on May 12 called “Modernizing Canada’s Immigration System.” Mendicino gave the speech at a virtual event hosted by the Canadian Club of Ottawa. Since 1903, the Canadian Club has hosted prominent speakers to discuss the country’s most important issues. Immigration has been a critical issue well […]

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