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.
Iqaluit, NUNAVUT – The Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities of Canada, on behalf of the Minister of Transport, the Honourable Omar Alghabra, and the Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, the Honourable Bernadette Jordan, will make an announcement about funding for the North. The Honourable David Akeeagok, Deputy Premier, Minister of Economic Development and Transportation, Government of Nunavut, PJ Akeeagok, President, Qikiqtani Inuit Association, and Natan Obed, President, Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami, will also make remarks.
Taking care of Canada’s forests and protected places plays a key role in the fight against climate change.