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Statement from the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada on March 27, 2021

On March 27, 2021, Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement on COVID-19.

1342 days ago by Canadian Heritage from cic

Statement by Minister Guilbeault on the Annual Earth Hour Event

Today, let’s take part in the annual Earth Hour event

1342 days ago by CIC News from cicnews

Immigration Canada provides processing timelines during COVID

Canada’s immigration department recently updated its processing timelines to reflect its operational capacity during the pandemic. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) says on its website that people who are trying to access immigration services may experience processing delays, due to COVID-19. The department is prioritizing applications from people who are exempt from travel restrictions. […]

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1343 days ago by Fisheries and Oceans Canada from cic

Information on the disposal of moss balls

In Canada, invasive Zebra and/or Quagga Mussels have recently been found in moss ball products, a type of aquarium plant product made of green algae. At this time, there have been confirmed reports of infected moss balls in British Columbia, Northwest Territories, New Brunswick, Ontario, Quebec, Nova Scotia, Alberta, and Saskatchewan.

1343 days ago by Environment and Climate Change Canada from cic

Supreme Court of Canada rules on the constitutionality of the Greenhouse Gas Pollution Pricing Act

In June 2018, the Greenhouse Gas Pollution Pricing Act became law, ensuring that it is no longer free to pollute anywhere in Canada. A price on carbon pollution provides an incentive for climate action and innovation, and in jurisdictions where the federal backstop applies, it puts more money in the pockets of the majority of families. It is a proven, efficient, and cost-effective way of reducing emissions.

1343 days ago by Department of Finance Canada from cic

Annual and extraordinary borrowing authorities for the Government of Canada

Orders in council have been issued under the Financial Administration Act (FAA) approving the government’s 2021-2022 annual borrowing authority and a time-limited extraordinary borrowing authority.

1343 days ago by Environment and Climate Change Canada from cic

Teck Coal Limited to pay $60 million under the Fisheries Act and must comply with a Direction requiring pollution reduction measures

On March 26, 2021, Teck Coal Limited was ordered to pay a total of $60 million in fines and monetary court orders after a guilty plea was entered on two counts of unlawfully depositing a deleterious substance into water frequented by fish, contrary to s. 36(3) of the Fisheries Act. In addition to the penalty, the company must also comply with a Fisheries Act Direction.

1343 days ago by Environment and Climate Change Canada from cic

Teck Coal Limited ordered to pay $60 million under the Fisheries Act and must comply with a Direction requiring pollution reduction measures

Between 2012 and 2019, Environment and Climate Change Canada Enforcement conducted a comprehensive investigation into the leaching of selenium and calcite from Teck Coal Limited’s Fording River Operations and Greenhills Operations coal mines into the Fording River and its effect on fish. On March 24, 2021, this investigation culminated in the laying of two charges under the pollution prevention provisions of the Fisheries Act. On March 26, 2021, the company pleaded guilty to the charges and was ordered to pay a total of $60 million in fines and monetary orders.

1343 days ago by Public Health Agency of Canada from cic

The Government of Canada, St. Joseph's Care Group and Thunder Bay District Health Unit to announce federal support for COVID-19 isolation centre

The Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Health, will be joined by Tracy Buckler, President & CEO, St. Joseph's Care Group and Dr. Janet DeMille, Medical Officer of Health and CEO, Thunder Bay District Health Unit, to announce continued support towards a safe voluntary isolation centre for residents of Thunder Bay and surrounding communities.

1343 days ago by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada from cic

Ministers Ng and Chagger reiterate the Government of Canada’s commitment to standing with Asian Canadians against anti-Asian racism

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, and the Honourable Bardish Chagger, Minister of Diversity and Inclusion and Youth, today issued the following statement:

1343 days ago by Canadian Coast Guard from cic

Icebreaking at Parry Sound, Ontario

Sarnia, Ontario - The Canadian Coast Guard advises residents in Parry Sound, Ontario to avoid the ice, as CCGS Samuel Risley will transit through the area to the Coast Guard Parry Sound base on or around March 28.

1343 days ago by Canadian Heritage from cic

Statement by Minister Chagger for Passover, or Pesach

Today, Jewish communities in Canada and around the world celebrate the start of Passover

1343 days ago by Employment and Social Development Canada from cic

The Government of Canada and the Government of Prince Edward Island announce additional support for quality early learning and child care across the province

Child care is not a luxury, it’s a necessity. The COVID-19 pandemic has only exacerbated the real social and economic challenges faced by Island families, particularly with children staying home and parents being unable to return to the workforce.

1343 days ago by Infrastructure Canada from cic

Media Advisory - Ottawa, Ontario

Members of the media are invited to a national infrastructure announcement with the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, and the Honourable Maryam Monsef, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Rural Economic Development.

1343 days ago by Health Canada from cic

Government of Canada to announce funding to help communities respond to increasing opioid-related overdoses

The Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Health, will announce funding under the Substance Use and Addictions Program (SUAP) to provide opioid overdose response training and improve access and distribution of naloxone.

1343 days ago by Infrastructure Canada from cic

Backgrounder: Canada and Quebec invest in 11 recreational infrastructure projects to ensure adequate services and revitalize the Mauricie region’s economy

Joint federal-provincial funding has been earmarked for 11 recreational infrastructure projects that will be carried out in the Mauricie region. These projects involve such things as renovating recreational centres and improving playgrounds and other sports facilities to make them safer and more modern.

1343 days ago by Infrastructure Canada from cic

The Governments of Canada and Quebec invest in 11 recreational and sports projects in the Mauricie region

The pandemic has made us aware of the importance of having a healthy population, the governments of Canada and Quebec are proud to support 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.

1343 days ago by Public Services and Procurement Canada from cic

Alternating lane closures on Chaudiere Crossing

Gatineau, Quebec, March 26, 2021 – Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise motorists that there will be alternating lane closures on the Chaudiere Crossing.

1343 days ago by CIC News from cicnews

Manitoba invites 335 in new PNP draw

Manitoba invited another 335 Canadian immigration candidates to apply for a provincial nomination on March 25. If these invited candidates receive the provincial nomination through the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) they will be one step closer to permanent residency status. Manitoba regularly invites hopeful immigrants to apply through one of the following three Provincial Nominee […]

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1343 days ago by Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission from cic

Ian Scott to the Standing Committee on Canadian Heritage

We welcome the opportunity to contribute to the Committee’s study of Bill C-10. We have been following with interest the debates in the House of Commons.

1343 days ago by Transport Canada from cic

Minister of Transport announces funding for new projects to improve the safety for road users

Road safety programs protect Canadians by finding ways to improve the safety for all road users, while also reducing the risk of collisions.

1343 days ago by Canada Border Services Agency from cic

CBSA sets new penalties for crossing the border with cannabis

Under the Cannabis Act, it remains illegal to import into Canada, or export from Canada, cannabis and cannabis products (including CBD products derived from cannabis or hemp) without a valid permit or exemption issued by the Government of Canada.

1343 days ago by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada from cic

Minister Bibeau highlights $12.8 million to improve worker safety and strengthen the food supply chain in Quebec

Today, the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, highlighted support of up to $12.8 million through the Emergency Processing Fund for 135 food processing companies in Quebec.

1343 days ago by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada from cic

Database: Emergency Processing Fund projects in Quebec

As of March 25, 2021, 135 food processing companies in Quebec are receiving up to $12.8 million in funding through the program to help improve worker safety.

1343 days ago by Employment and Social Development Canada from cic

The Government of Canada and the Government of Northwest Territories announce additional support for quality early learning and child care across the territories

Child care is not a luxury, it’s a necessity. The COVID-19 pandemic has only exacerbated the real social and economic challenges faced by families in Northwest Territories, particularly with children staying home and parents being unable to return to the workforce.