Today, as part of #EVWeekinCanada, the Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister of Labour and Member of Parliament for Hamilton West—Ancaster—Dundas, on behalf of the Honourable Seamus O’Regan Jr., Minister of Natural Resources, announced an investment of $200,000 to the City of Hamilton to install 40 electric vehicle (EV) chargers in Hamilton to give people more options to charge and drive their vehicles where they live, work and play.
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Government extends COVID-19 benefits and business supports to support stronger economic recovery
Today, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, the Honourable Chrystia Freeland, and the Honourable Carla Qualtrough, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion, announced the extension of crucial COVID-19 support measures for Canadians and Canadian businesses in recognition that uneven economic reopening across regions and sectors means workers and businesses continue to need support.
Extending Business Support Measures Through the Pandemic
The Government of Canada is proposing to extend these measures until October 23, 2021, and increase the wage and rent subsidy rates between August 29 and September 25, 2021.
Rouge National Urban Park Visitor, Learning and Community Centre Project
Rouge National Urban Park Visitor, Learning and Community Centre Project.
Two individuals fined for providing false information related to COVID-19 proof of vaccination credentials and pre-departure tests
The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) has issued fines to two passengers arriving in Toronto from the United States the week of July 18, 2021, for non-compliance with entry requirements.
Minister Ng to make announcement about Women Entrepreneurship Strategy
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, will make an announcement about the Women Entrepreneurship Strategy.
Government investing in Hamilton’s steel industry to support good jobs and significantly reduce emissions
Funding to support ArcelorMittal Dofasco’s adoption of innovative low-carbon technology
Saint John Airport is receiving $3,800,000 from federal government to maintain regional connectivity and jobs
Targeted ACOA support for Saint John’s air transportation ecosystem will re-establish regional connections
Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Warkworth Institution
On July 22, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, several packages of contraband were seized as a result of a suspected drone drop at Warkworth institution, a medium security facility.
How to sponsor your spouse from the Philippines
The first step to sponsoring your spouse for Canadian immigration is to make sure you are eligible. Are you a Canadian citizen, or permanent resident? Are you over the age of 18? Can you financially provide for your spouse, any dependent children, and yourself? See if You’re Eligible for Spousal Sponsorship These are some of […]
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Invitation to media – The Honourable Diane Lebouthillier to announce Government of Canada support for the Rocher-Percé RCM
The Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Member of Parliament for Gaspésie-Les Îles-de-la-Madeleine and Minister of National Revenue, will announce financial support to the Rocher-Percé RCM for its airport.
FedDev Ontario to announce support for regional air transportation in London
Kate Young, Member of Parliament for London West and Peter Fragiskatos, Member of Parliament for London North Centre, on behalf of the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), will make an important announcement in London.
Government of Canada officials to hold a technical briefing on coronavirus disease in Canada
On July 30, 2021, Government of Canada officials will hold a media technical briefing on data and modelling informing public health action on coronavirus disease (COVID-19).
Minister Garneau speaks with Ethiopia’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today spoke with Demeke Mekonnen, Ethiopia’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs.
Minister Miller and First Nation partners to hold a news conference on the Government of Canada’s commitment to safe drinking water in First Nations communities
Please be advised that the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Indigenous Services, Chief Emily Whetung, Curve Lake First Nation, Chief Doreen Spence, Tataskweyak Cree Nation and Chief Wayne Moonias of Neskantaga, will hold a news conference to affirm commitment to safe drinking water in First Nation communities through an Agreement in Principle.
Confirmed finding of African swine fever in the Dominican Republic
Confirmed finding of African swine fever in the Dominican Republic
U.S. – Canada Joint Statement on Gordie Howe International Bridge
As the importance of infrastructure becomes clearer and clearer, our two countries have long been partnering on a once-in-a generation project of critical importance: the Gordie Howe International Bridge.
Government of Canada invests in transportation infrastructure in Whitehorse
The Government of Canada supports infrastructure projects that create quality, middle-class jobs and boost economic growth. Enhancing the northern transportation system supports and promotes economic growth and social development, offers job opportunities, provides greater connectivity for Northerners, increases its resilience to a changing climate, and ensures it can adapt to innovative technologies.
Media Advisory - Winnipeg, Manitoba
Members of the media are invited to attend an important infrastructure announcement in Winnipeg, Manitoba.
New conviction and additional charges for repeat offender Scott Steer and associates
Following his arrest on March 2, 2020, Nanaimo-based commercial crab fishing boat master Scott Steer has again been found guilty of serious offences against the Fisheries Act. He was convicted on 5 counts in Vancouver Provincial Court on May 14, 2021, by the Honorable Justice Edelman for illegal activities near North Vancouver, B.C. in early March 2020.
Co-presented with the Montreal Black Film Festival. Michèle Stephenson’s award-winning Hispaniola Productions/NFB co-production Stateless opens August 20 in Montreal at the Cinéma du Parc and Cinéma du Musée. National online theatrical debut September 3 on Online Cinema.
Opening August 20 in Montreal, acclaimed Haitian-Quebec filmmaker Michèle Stephenson’s Hispaniola Productions/National Film Board of Canada (NFB) co-production Stateless reveals the racial hatred and institutionalized oppression that divide Haiti and the Dominican Republic, through the grassroots campaign of young attorney Rosa Iris as she challenges electoral corruption and fights to protect the right to citizenship for all people.
NFB releases highlights for 2020–2021. Results from the past year in creation, diversity and inclusion, gender parity, Indigenous works and distribution
The NFB presents an overview of key results from the 2020–2021 fiscal year
Government of Canada announces recipients of $100-million Feminist Response and Recovery Fund
Advancing gender equality is a key priority for the Government of Canada. The COVID-19 pandemic has magnified systemic and longstanding inequalities, with women and girls disproportionately impacted by the crisis.
Backgrounder: Feminist Response and Recovery Fund
The Women’s Program funds projects that address systemic barriers to women’s equality in three priority areas: ending violence against women and girls; improving the economic security and prosperity of women and girls; and encouraging women and girls in leadership roles.
3500 MHz auction supports more competition, better coverage and faster deployment of 5G technologies for Canadians
Canadians rely on wireless services for work, school, finances and health care, making access to high quality and affordable services essential.