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$19.8 million to provide high-speed Internet access to over 1600 households in Mauricie by September 2022

Thanks to a $19.8-million joint investment made as part of Canada–Quebec Operation High Speed, more than 1600 households in the Mauricie region will have access to Cogeco high-speed Internet services by September 2022. The announcement was made today by the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Canada’s Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry and Member of Parliament for Saint-Mauricie–Champlain; Jean Boulet, Quebec’s Minister of Labour, Employment and Social Solidarity, Minister Responsible for the Mauricie Region, and Member of the National Assembly for Trois-Rivières, Sonia LeBel, Minister Responsible for Government Administration, Chair of the Conseil du trésor, Member of the National Assembly for Champlain, Simon Allaire, Member of the National Assembly for Maskinongé, Marie-Louise Tardif, Member of the National Assembly for Laviolette–Saint-Maurice and Philippe Jetté, President and Chief Executive Officer of Cogeco. The investments announced will accelerate the deployment of reliable, high-performing infrastructure in the following municipalities:

1329 days ago by Correctional Service Canada from cic

Seizure of Contraband and Unauthorized Items at the Regional Reception Centre

Between April 2 and 5, 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.

1329 days ago by Employment and Social Development Canada from cic

Minister Schulte and Minister Hajdu announce the appointment of three new members to the National Seniors Council

Seniors are an important part of our social fabric and contribute to the rich diversity of Canada. The Government of Canada is committed to seeking advice on seniors' issues to inform its work so that Canadians can age with dignity and in the best possible health, while enjoying social and economic security.

1329 days ago by Employment and Social Development Canada from cic

Backgrounder – Biographies National Seniors Council

Dr. Samir Sinha is a passionate and respected advocate for the needs of older adults. Dr. Sinha currently serves as the Director of Geriatrics of Sinai Health System and the University Health Network in Toronto, the Peter and Shelagh Godsoe Chair in Geriatrics at Mount Sinai Hospital, and the Director of Health Policy Research at the National Institute on Ageing at Ryerson University. He is also an Associate Professor in the Departments of Medicine, Family and Community Medicine, and the Institute of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation at the University of Toronto and an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.

1329 days ago by Correctional Service Canada from cic

Seizure of unauthorized items at Beaver Creek Institution

Between April 5-6, 2021, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, several packages containing unauthorized items were seized on the perimeter of Beaver Creek Institution, a multi-level security facility.

1329 days ago by Natural Resources Canada from cic

Emissions Reduction Fund Onshore Program on Track to Reduce Methane Emissions

Today, the Honourable Seamus O’Regan Jr., Minister of Natural Resources, announced that the $750-million Emissions Reduction Fund (ERF) onshore program is on track to cut, in its first year, methane emissions equivalent to 3.1 megatonnes of carbon dioxide, roughly equal to removing 674,000 cars from the road, highlighting encouraging results from the program’s first intake.

1329 days ago by Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency from cic

Government of Canada makes key investment to support NWT tourism industry

Michael McLeod, Member of Parliament for the Northwest Territories, on behalf of the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages and Minister responsible for CanNor, announced an investment of over $375,000 to support a two-year project to renovate Yellowknife’s soon-to-be relocated Visitor Centre.

1329 days ago by Infrastructure Canada from cic

Media Advisory - Cornwall, Prince Edward Island

Members of the media are invited to attend an important virtual announcement regarding recreational infrastructure for Prince Edward Island with the Honourable Wayne Easter, Member of Parliament for Malpeque, on behalf of the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities; the Honourable James Aylward, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure and Donna Butler, General Manager of the APM Centre.

1329 days ago by Correctional Service Canada from cic

Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Cowansville Institution

During the past few days, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, two packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Cowansville Institution, a federal medium-security facility.

1329 days ago by Correctional Service Canada from cic

Seizure of unauthorized items at Joyceville Institution

On April 6, 2021, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, unauthorized items were seized at Joyceville Institution, a multi-level security facility.

1329 days ago by Infrastructure Canada from cic

Media Advisory - Wolfville, Nova Scotia

Members of the media are invited to attend an important announcement regarding COVID-19 response infrastructure for Wolfville with Kody Blois, Member of Parliament for Kings—Hants, on behalf of the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities; along with the Honorable Keith Irving, Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Member of the Legislative Assembly for Kings South; and Dr. Peter Ricketts, President of Acadia University.

1329 days ago by National Defence from cic

Statement by the Minister of National Defence on the Passing of His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh

The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of National Defence, today issued the following statement on the passing of His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh.

1329 days ago by Infrastructure Canada from cic

Canada and Ontario invest in improved culture and recreation infrastructure in Peterborough City and County

Canadians everywhere are feeling the impact of COVID-19, on their families, their livelihoods and their way of life. Together, Canada and Ontario are working to reduce the impact of the pandemic, ensure health and safety, rebuild businesses, and promote job creation, growth and investment.

1329 days ago by Infrastructure Canada from cic

Backgrounder: Canada and Ontario invest in improved recreation infrastructure in Peterborough City and County

Joint federal, provincial, and recipient funding through the Investing in Canada plan will support four community and recreational infrastructure projects in Peterborough County.

1329 days ago by Public Health Agency of Canada from cic

Remarks from the Chief Public Health Officer on April 9, 2021

Remarks from the Chief Public Health Officer on COVID-19, April 9, 2021

1329 days ago by Canada Border Services Agency from cic

CBSA seizes 26 firearms at the Cornwall Port of Entry

Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is committed to keeping illegal and smuggled firearms from reaching our communities. The CBSA announced today the seizure of twenty-six firearms and prohibited devices at the Cornwall port of entry.

1329 days ago by Natural Resources Canada from cic

Canada Launches Hydrogen Strategy Steering Committee

The Honourable Seamus O’Regan Jr., Minister of Natural Resources, today announced the Hydrogen Strategy Implementation Strategic Steering Committee, which will advance and measure the progress outlined in the Hydrogen Strategy for Canada launched in December 2020.

1329 days ago by Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions from cic

Élisabeth Brière announces contributions totalling over $530,000 for four cross-country skiing, snowmobiling and quad clubs in the Centre-du-Québec and Montérégie regions

Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions supports the maintenance of cross-country skiing, snowmobiling and quad trails in these two regions to draw winter activity lovers from home and abroad in coming years.

1329 days ago by Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions from cic

Backgrounder: Supporting winter tourism in the Centre-de-Québec and Montérégie regions

The following information is in addition to the news release issued on April 9, 2021, outlining CED’s financial assistance per organization.

1329 days ago by Infrastructure Canada from cic

The Governments of Canada and Quebec invest in 15 recreational and sports projects in the Lanaudière Region

As the pandemic has made us aware of the importance of having a healthy population, the governments of Canada and Quebec are proud to provide support for nearly 200 recreational and sports infrastructure projects across Quebec. Thanks to these investments, Quebec municipalities will have modern and safe facilities that are easily accessible, creating winning conditions for physical activity in our communities.

1329 days ago by Infrastructure Canada from cic

Backgrounder: The Governments of Canada and Quebec invest in 15 recreational and sports projects in the Lanaudière Region

Joint federal, provincial and municipal funding is being provided for 15 recreational infrastructure projects in Lanaudière Region communities. These projects include renovations to recreation centres, playgrounds and other sports facilities.

1329 days ago by Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions from cic

Breathing new life into Québec economy

The Government of Canada and the Government of Quebec are granting a total of over $1 million in financial assistance to Québec business BOSK Bioproducts to support the implementation of a clean technology project valued at $2.2 million.

1329 days ago by CIC News from cicnews

Manitoba PNP draw: 243 candidates invited

Manitoba invited 243 Canadian immigration candidates to apply for a provincial nomination on April 8. Invited candidates can now apply for a provincial nomination through the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP). If they receive it, the nomination will support their final application for Canadian permanent residence. Manitoba regularly invites immigrants to apply through one of the […]

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1329 days ago by Natural Resources Canada from cic

Canada Supports Innovation for Compostable Bioplastic

Joël Lightbound, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness and Member of Parliament for Louis-Hébert, on behalf of Canada’s Minister of Natural Resources, the Honourable Seamus O’Regan Jr., today announced a $1-million investment to BOSK Bioproducts Inc. as part of the second phase of the Bioplastics Challenge.

1329 days ago by Infrastructure Canada from cic

Media Advisory - Ottawa, Ontario

Members of the media are invited to attend an important virtual infrastructure event with the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Communities and Infrastructure; the Honourable Laurie Scott, Minister of Infrastructure for Ontario; and the Honourable Stephen Lecce, Minister of Education for Ontario.