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Media Advisory - Ottawa, Ontario

Members of the media are invited to attend an important virtual infrastructure event with the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Federal Minister of Infrastructure and Communities; Anita Vandenbeld, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of National Defence and Member of Parliament for Ottawa West—Nepean; Goldie Ghamari, Member of Provincial Parliament for Carleton, on behalf of the Honourable Laurie Scott, Ontario’s Minister of Infrastructure; Jeremy Roberts, Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Children, Community and Social Services and Member of Provincial Parliament for Ottawa West–Nepean; His Worship Jim Watson, Mayor of the City of Ottawa; and Councillor Catherine McKenney, Somerset Ward.

1313 days ago by CIC News from cicnews

Quebec to set higher immigration targets

Pour lire cet article en français, cliquez ici. The coronavirus pandemic has resulted in a significant drop in the already low number of immigrant admissions to Quebec and the province is now actively seeking ways to reverse the situation. Quebec immigration minister Nadine Girault said Thursday at a virtual press conference that there is a shortfall […]

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Québec s’apprête à revoir ses seuils d’immigration à la hausse

La pandémie de coronavirus a entraîné une baisse significative du nombre déjà faible d’admissions d’immigrants au Québec et la province cherche maintenant des moyens de remédier à cette situation. La ministre de l’immigration du Québec, Nadine Girault, a déclaré jeudi dernier, lors d’une conférence de presse virtuelle, qu’il y a un manque à gagner de […]

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1313 days ago by Department of Finance Canada from cic

Budget 2021 investments will create more affordable housing for Canadians

The government’s plan will invest $2.5 billion, and reallocate $1.3 billion, to speed up the construction, repair, or support of 35,000 affordable housing units across the country.

1313 days ago by Public Health Agency of Canada from cic

Statement from the Minister of Health on National Immunization Awareness Week 2021

Today, the Honourable Patty Hajdu issued the following statement on National Immunization Awareness Week 2021.

1313 days ago by Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat from cic

Minister Duclos highlights housing investments in Budget 2021

Budget 2021 is the Government of Canada’s plan to finish the fight against COVID-19 and ensure a robust economic recovery that is inclusive of all Canadians.

1313 days ago by Indigenous Services Canada from cic

Minister Miller and Minister Vandal will hold a media availability on Budget 2021 funding for housing in the North

The Minister of Indigenous Services and the Minister of Northern Affairs will hold a media availability on Budget 2021 funding for housing in the North.

1313 days ago by Public Services and Procurement Canada from cic

Government of Canada signs new agreement for COVID-19 testing of temporary foreign workers entering Quebec

The Government of Canada continues to take unprecedented action to protect the health and safety of Canadians by introducing measures to prevent further introduction and transmission of COVID-19 and new variants of the virus into Canada.

1313 days ago by Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat from cic

Minister Duclos to discuss measures for housing in federal Budget 2021 during an event with stakeholders in Québec City region

The President of the Treasury Board, the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, will meet with community stakeholders to discuss investments in housing announced in Budget 2021: A Recovery Plan for Jobs, Growth, and Resilience.

1314 days ago by Health Canada from cic

Statement from Health Canada on AstraZeneca and Janssen COVID-19 vaccines produced at Emergent BioSolutions

Health Canada is aware of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) recent inspection of the Emergent BioSolutions facility in Baltimore, Maryland, which noted multiple areas of concern. Health Canada would like to reassure Canadians that all AstraZeneca vaccines imported into Canada from this facility are safe and of high quality. Janssen vaccines produced at this site have not entered the country.

1314 days ago by CIC News from cicnews

How to immigrate to Canada as a nurse

The pandemic has exacerbated the need for nurses and other health professionals in Canada. Even before coronavirus swept the globe, Canada had been experiencing a shortage of nurses, and as such there are a number of immigration pathways targeting these healthcare professionals. Nurses fall into one of two categories in the Canadian government’s National Occupation […]

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Sunday Edition Statement from the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada on April 25, 2021

On April 25, 2021, Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement on COVID-19.

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FAQ: New PR streams for essential workers, international student graduates in Canada

As part of an initiative to meet immigration targets amid travel restrictions, Canada is launching six new limited-time immigration programs to essential workers and international student graduates who are working in Canada. There has been much interest in the new programs, as they are open to a wide range of candidates. Generally speaking, to apply […]

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1315 days ago by Public Health Agency of Canada from cic

Statement from the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada on April 24, 2021

On April 24, 2021, Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement on COVID-19.

1316 days ago by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada from cic

Minister Ng highlights Budget 2021 investments in small businesses and entrepreneurs

Budget 2021 is the Government of Canada’s plan to finish the fight against COVID-19 and ensure a robust economic recovery that is sustainable and inclusive of all Canadians.

1316 days ago by Intergovernmental Affairs from cic

Minister Carr to discuss housing in Northern Saskatchewan and Budget 2021

The Honourable Jim Carr, Special Representative for the Prairies, will meet with Indigenous leaders to discuss the 2021 Budget and the Government of Canada’s plan to invest in housing in Northern Saskatchewan.

1316 days ago by Department of Finance Canada from cic

Budget 2021: Minister Fortier highlights Budget 2021’s investments in Richmond B.C.

Today, Minister of Middle Class Prosperity and Associate Minister of Finance, the Honourable Mona Fortier, continued her cross-country virtual Budget 2021 tour by meeting with members of the Richmond, British Columbia community.

1316 days ago by Correctional Service Canada from cic

Seizure of Contraband and Unauthorized Items at the Regional Reception Centre

On April 20, 2021, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at the Regional Reception Centre, a federal multi-level security institution.

1316 days ago by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada from cic

Ministers Champagne, Joly and Carr highlight Budget 2021 biomanufacturing investments

Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry; the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages and Minister responsible for Western Economic Diversification Canada; and the Honourable Jim Carr, Special Representative for the Prairies, met with representatives of the University of Saskatchewan to discuss an investment in vaccine research and development at the Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization (VIDO) from Budget 2021: A Recovery Plan for Jobs, Growth, and Resilience.

1316 days ago by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada from cic

Government of Canada invests in the Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization

The Government of Canada has long supported the University of Saskatchewan’s Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization’s (VIDO) cutting-edge work in the discovery and development of vaccines for some of the world’s most infectious diseases.

1316 days ago by Global Affairs Canada from cic

Foreign Affairs Minister and Minister of International Development to participate in G7 Foreign and Development Ministers’ Meeting in London, United Kingdom

The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will take part in the first in-person meeting of G7 Foreign and Development Ministers in two years in London, UK, from May 3 to May 5, 2021. The Honourable Karina Gould, Minister of International Development, will join discussions virtually.

1316 days ago by Indigenous Services Canada from cic

Government of Canada supports Kashechewan and Fort Albany First Nations' plans to protect members from possible flooding

The Government of Canada is working in partnership with the Mushkegowuk Council Emergency Services Manager to support plans for Kashechewan and Fort Albany First Nations to protect members from possible flooding in their communities during the spring ice break-up.

1316 days ago by Transport Canada from cic

Minister of Transport proposes noise requirements for hybrid and electric vehicles to protect vulnerable road users

Protecting vulnerable road users is a priority for the Government of Canada, and silence can sometimes pose a safety risk when it comes to hybrid and electrical vehicles. That is why we are taking steps to increase the safety of all road users.

1316 days ago by CIC News from cicnews

Why demand is strong for Canada’s 6 new immigration programs

Canada’s recent announcement is being met with great fanfare. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is launching six streams for essential workers and international graduates on May 6. It will provide permanent residence to up to 50,000 essential workers and 40,000 graduates. The programs close on November 5, or when the quotas are met, whichever […]

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1316 days ago by Indigenous Services Canada from cic

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

Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) is closely monitoring the number of COVID-19 cases reported in First Nations communities across the country.