Public Health Agency of Canada announces the winner of the Vaccine Community Innovation Challenge (VCIC). The Challenge empowered trusted community leaders to share credible information on the safety and effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines, and encourage their community members to get informed and take action to protect themselves and others by getting vaccinated.

The Government of Canada is launching a call for proposals (CFP) under the Canada Service Corps that will provide funding for diverse organizations across the country to support local action on federal priorities to improve the social, economic and environmental well-being of communities. This CFP identifies the engagement of Indigenous and under-served youth as a key program focus and the need to increase the level of participation of these youth in the program.

Young people were among the hardest hit by the economic impacts of COVID-19 and the Government of Canada is ensuring their inclusion in all aspects of Canada’s economic recovery.

Today, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Natural Resources, announced a combined investment of over $450,000 to two organizations in Canada to support zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) awareness projects. These projects will help Canadians know about the clean options available when choosing their next vehicle.

Eligible producers who were not paid for grain delivered to Pipeline Foods, ULC will be fully compensated through the Canadian Grain Commission’s Safeguards for Grain Farmers Program.

The Government of Canada is investing $292,780 in seven Nova Scotia communities through the Municipal Asset Management Program (MAMP), delivered by the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM). As Canada moves toward a strong recovery, these projects will help communities make data-driven decisions about key infrastructure and ensure long-term infrastructure performance.

As the global pandemic continues in Canada, the Government will continue to support vulnerable, low-income seniors who are experiencing financial hardship due to COVID-19.

Joanna Quinn and Les Mills’ Affairs of the Art (Beryl Productions International/National Film Board of Canada) has been nominated for Best Animated Short Film at the Academy Awards.

The Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Tourism and Associate Minister of Finance, together with George Chahal, Member of Parliament for Calgary Skyview, on behalf of the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development, will announce a federal investment to improve high-speed Internet access in Alberta.

Across the country, Canadian farmers are on the frontlines of the climate crisis.

Following Senator Howard Wetston’s invitation to comment on Canada’s competition policy framework, the Competition Bureau is pleased to publicly share its submission.

Today, the Honourable Seamus O’Regan Jr., Minister of Labour and Member of Parliament for St. John’s South–Mount Pearl, on behalf of the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Natural Resources, announced a combined investment of $495,000 to two organizations in Newfoundland and Labrador to support zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) awareness projects.

Today, the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development, announced $555,777 in funding to bring high-speed Internet to 136 households in rural areas near North Bay, Ontario.

B.C. farmers who suffered extraordinary damages in last year’s devastating floods will have access to up to $228 million in federal-provincial government support to help their farms return to production and support British Columbia’s food security and agricultural communities in the years ahead.

Quantum science is leading the way in finding solutions to some of the most complex problems in communications, computing, health care, navigation and other key areas.

Following a thorough and rigorous assessment, the Impact Assessment Agency of Canada concluded in its Environmental Assessment Report that the Énergie Saguenay Project is likely to cause significant adverse environmental effects related to an increase in the pollutant greenhouse gas emissions, marine mammals, including the St. Lawrence beluga whale, and the cultural heritage of the Innu First Nations.

Today, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, Chrystia Freeland, spoke with the German Federal Minister of Finance, Christian Lindner.

Kody Blois, Parliamentary Agriculture Committee Chair and Member of Parliament for Kings–Hants, on behalf of the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, will highlight investments to farmers supporting the adoption of proven clean technologies that will reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

The Canada-BC Flood Recovery Program for Food Security response will cover extraordinary costs.

There are also different Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Fisheries-delivered Business Risk Management programs (BRM), provincial Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) and commercial insurance that offer different levels of support for producers who have experienced losses.

Canada launches celebrations for the 70th anniversary of Her Majesty The Queen’s accession to the Throne

Ron McKinnon, Member of Parliament for Coquitlam—Port Coquitlam, on behalf of the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Health, will announce the grand prize winner of the Vaccine Community Innovation Challenge (VCIC).

Today, the Honourable Bill Blair, President of the Queen’s Privy Council for Canada and Minister of Emergency Preparedness, the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities, the Honourable Mona Fortier, President of the Treasury Board, the Honourable Marco Mendicino, Minister of Public Safety, the Honourable Omar Alghabra, Minister of Transport, issued the following statement on the situation in Ottawa:

Whether you’re considering coming to Canada as an international student or you’ve already been accepted and are currently planning your move, you’re likely curious about life in Canada as a student. From how to get a study permit to suggestions on ways to make friends once you arrive, we have you covered. Here are the […]

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The Honourable David Lametti, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, today announced the following appointment under the judicial application process established in 2016. This process emphasizes transparency, merit, and the diversity of the Canadian population, and will continue to ensure the appointment of jurists who meet the highest standards of excellence and integrity.