Mid-19th century Mississauga woman, Nahnebahwequay, recognized as a person of national historic significance.
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Southern New Brunswick’s fish and seafood processors get support from the Canadian Seafood Stabilization Fund
Southern New Brunswick’s fish and seafood processors get support from the Canadian Seafood Stabilization Fund
Invitation to media – Élisabeth Brière to announce Government of Canada support for the Ville de Forestville to upgrade its airport
Élisabeth Brière, Member of Parliament for Sherbrooke and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages (Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec), will announce financial assistance for the Ville de Forestville.
Revitalization of Indigenous laws in Ontario a priority for the Government of Canada
The Government of Canada is committed to walking the shared path of reconciliation with Indigenous peoples, and remains focused on renewing this relationship. This includes protecting Indigenous peoples’ right to self-determination, supporting the revitalization of Indigenous legal systems and traditions, as well as acknowledging the integral role that Indigenous communities and organizations play in the development, use and understanding of Indigenous laws.
Government of Canada moving forward with 150 projects to protect against hate-motivated crimes
Hate-motivated crimes are attacks on fundamental rights and freedoms and on Canadian values of respect, equality and inclusion.
Government of Canada highlights support for youth in Newfoundland and Labrador to launch meaningful careers
The Minister of Labour, Filomena Tassi, will meet virtually with Choices for Youth in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, to discuss their project funding. She will be joined by the Minister of Natural Resources, Seamus O’Regan, and the Minister Responsible for Labour of Newfoundland and Labrador, Bernard Davis.
Minister Alghabra and Parliamentary Secretary Kusmierczyk to make an announcement on passenger rail services in Windsor
The Minister of Transport, the Honourable Omar Alghabra and the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion and Member of Parliament for Windsor—Tecumseh, Irek Kusmierczyk will make an announcement on passenger rail services in Southwestern Ontario.
FedNor announcement to support entrepreneurs, businesses and regional recovery efforts throughout the Timmins—James Bay region
Terry Sheehan, Parliamentary Secretary to the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages and Minister responsible for FedNor, will make a virtual FedNor announcement on Thursday, July 22, 2021. The announcement will help create local jobs and support business and community economic development and growth in municipalities and First Nations in the Timmins—James Bay region.
Seventeen individuals sentenced to prison for possession and fraudulent use of passports
Seventeen individuals sentenced to prison for possession and fraudulent use of passports
Government of Canada and New Brunswick fund 26 fisheries-related projects
Fisheries and Oceans Canada and the Province of New Brunswick are pleased to announce $4.2 million for 26 projects through the Atlantic Fisheries Fund.
Government of Canada and Province of New Brunswick fund 26 projects in the fish and seafood processing sector
Today, the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs and President of the Queen’s Privy Council, announced a joint federal-provincial investment of $4.2 million through the Atlantic Fisheries Fund. This funding will go to 26 projects across Southeast New Brunswick that focus on innovative technologies to improve productivity and sustainability in the lobster, snow crab and smoked herring processing sectors. It will enable these local organizations to be more efficient and adapt to meet national and international market requirements.
The Government of Canada invests more than $8 million in the fishing harbours of Southeast New Brunswick
The Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, President of the Queen’s Privy Council for Canada and Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, on behalf of the Honourable Bernadette Jordan, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, announced that the Government of Canada is investing more than $8 million to help renew the harbour infrastructure throughout Southeast New Brunswick.
Minister Fortier meets with Mayor Dilkens of Windsor
Yesterday, the Minister of Middle Class Prosperity and Associate Minister of Finance, Mona Fortier spoke virtually with His Worship Mayor Dilkens, Mayor of Windsor.
The Government of Canada to Host National Summit on Antisemitism
The Government of Canada to host National Summit on Antisemitism convened by the Honourable Irwin Cotler, Canada’s Special Envoy for Preserving Holocaust Remembrance and Combatting Antisemitism, and the Honourable Bardish Chagger, Minister of Diversity and Inclusion and Youth
Minister Guilbeault to Announce Quebec’s Latest Recipients of the Creative Export Canada Program
The Government of Canada supports the expansion of Quebec’s creative industries into global markets
Manitoba to receive federal assistance with ongoing wildfire situation
Today, the Honourable Bill Blair, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, and the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of National Defence, have approved a formal Request for Federal Assistance from the Province of Manitoba to help with firefighting efforts across the province.
British Columbia to receive federal assistance with ongoing wildfire situation
Today, the Honourable Bill Blair, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, and the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of National Defence, have approved a formal Request for Federal Assistance from the Province of British Columbia to support their efforts to combat wildfires and augment federal resources already on the ground.
Minister Blair to make an announcement regarding the Security Infrastructure Program
Minister Blair to make an announcement regarding the Security Infrastructure Program
Alberta releases details of newest PNP draw
Details of Alberta’s July 14 immigration draw are now public. The Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program (AINP) invited 181 Express Entry candidates with Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores of at least 301. These candidates may now apply for a provincial nomination through the Alberta Express Entry stream. Discover if You’re Eligible for Canadian Immigration Compared to Alberta’s previous Provincial […]
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Canada and Manitoba invest over $23 million in 15 culture and recreation infrastructure projects in Manitoba’s rural and northern communities
Today, Terry Duguid, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages (Western Economic Diversification Canada) and to the Minister of Environment and Climate Change (Canada Water Agency), on behalf of the Honourable Maryam Monsef, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Rural Economic Development, the Honourable Reg Helwer, Minister of Central Services, and the Honourable Cathy Cox, Minister of Sport Culture and Heritage announced funding for 15 culture and recreation infrastructure projects in Manitoba’s rural and northern communities.
Backgrounder: Canada and Manitoba invest over $23 million in 15 culture and recreation infrastructure projects in Manitoba’s rural and northern communities
Joint federal and provincial funding will support 15 culture and recreation infrastructure projects in Manitoba. The Government of Canada is investing more than $13.6 million in these projects through the Rural and Northern Communities Infrastructure stream of the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program. The Government of Manitoba is funding over $9.5 million. Project recipients are also contributing approximately $14.6 million towards eligible costs for their respective projects.
Minister Wilkinson to make an announcement regarding green jobs and opportunities for youth in climate action
Media representatives are advised that the Minister of Environment and Climate Change, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, will make an announcement for youth in environmental science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields across Canada and provides details on a new opportunity for youth to get engaged in climate action.
PEI invites 127 PNP candidates
Prince Edward Island held its pre-scheduled immigration draw on July 15. The province invited a total of 127 immigration candidates through its Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). Discover if You’re Eligible for Canadian Immigration Most of the invitations, 118, went to Express Entry and Labour Impact candidates. The remaining nine invitations went to Business Impact candidates who had at least 60 […]
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Minister Fortier meets with Mayor Bell of the City of Iqaluit
Today, the Minister of Middle Class Prosperity and Associate Minister of Finance, Mona Fortier met with His Worship Kenny Bell, Mayor of Iqaluit.
Death of an inmate from Pacific Institution
On July 18, 2021, Joseph Kostka, an inmate from Pacific Institution died while in our custody of apparent natural causes.