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Minister Champagne highlights updated guidelines on national security review of foreign investments

Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, made the following statement regarding updates to the 2016 Guidelines on the National Security Review of Investments, issued under the Investment Canada Act (ICA).

1345 days ago by Employment and Social Development Canada from cic

Ministers respond to the reports of the Auditor General of Canada

The Government of Canada will respond to the first reports related to COVID‑19 and the report on Investing in Canada Plan from the Auditor General of Canada.

1345 days ago by Global Affairs Canada from cic

Joint statement by 19 states in support of the establishment of the International Accountability Platform for Belarus

Statement on behalf of Austria, Belgium, Canada, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and the United States of America

1345 days ago by Public Health Agency of Canada from cic

Joint Statement from the Co-Chairs of the Special Advisory Committee on the Epidemic of Opioid Overdoses – Latest National Data on the Overdose Crisis

Today, the co-chairs of the federal, provincial and territorial Special Advisory Committee on the Epidemic of Opioid Overdoses—Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada's Chief Public Health Officer and Dr. Jennifer Russell, New Brunswick's Chief Medical Officer of Health—issued the following statement on the release of updated data on opioid- and stimulant related harms in Canada, covering the period of January 1, 2016 to September 30, 2020.

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Government of Canada funds more than 3,000 projects across Canada to support seniors

As the COVID-19 pandemic has increased social isolation among many older Canadians, programs that serve seniors are more important than ever. The Government of Canada continues to support local organizations that empower seniors in their communities and contribute to seniors’ health and well-being.

1345 days ago by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada from cic

Minister Ng to participate in Women Entrepreneurship Conference

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, will participate virtually in the Women Entrepreneurship Conference, a month-long event series presented by the Women Entrepreneurship Knowledge Hub. The Minister will deliver closing remarks at the final session, the State of Women Entrepreneurship in 2021.

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Government of Canada takes action on fish fraud

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is addressing the issue of food fraud so Canadians can be confident that the food they buy is accurately represented.

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Statement from Minister Bill Blair in response to CRCC reports

Today, the Honourable Bill Blair, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, issued the following statement:

1345 days ago by CIC News from cicnews

B.C. invites 95 in Tech Pilot draw, extends Entrepreneur Immigration Pilot

British Columbia issued 95 invitations to apply for a provincial nomination for permanent residence on March 23. The Province held a Tech Pilot draw through its British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP), under the Express Entry BC and Skills Immigration categories. Invited candidates were from the Skilled Worker and International Graduate subcategories and needed […]

The post B.C. invites 95 in Tech Pilot draw, extends Entrepreneur Immigration Pilot first appeared on CIC News.

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Future agriculture leaders begin 18-month mentorship program in Saskatchewan

The Next Gen Agriculture Mentorship Program welcomed the newest group of eight young agriculture leaders today. This program provides young people with the skills and experiences necessary to take on leadership roles within the industry. The Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan committed $100,000 in funding through the Canadian Agricultural Partnership to support this intake of mentees.

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Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan provide 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 Saskatchewanian families, particularly with children staying home and parents being unable to return to the workforce.

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Statement from the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada on March 24, 2021

On March 24, 2021, Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement on COVID-19.

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Joint Message from the Minister of Health, the Minister of Indigenous Services, the Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, and the Minister of Northern Affairs – World Tuberculosis Day – March 24, 2021

Tuberculosis (TB) is a preventable and treatable disease, and yet it remains one of the world’s most common infectious diseases. In Canada, TB disproportionately affects Indigenous peoples and vulnerable populations. Today, on World Tuberculosis Day, we reaffirm Canada’s commitment with other nations in ending the worldwide TB epidemic by 2030, as set out in the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

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Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada announces judicial appointments in the province of Newfoundland and Labrador

The Honourable David Lametti, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, today announced the following appointments 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.

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Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada announces judicial appointments in the province of British Columbia

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Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada announces a judicial appointment in the province of Ontario

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.

1345 days ago by Global Affairs Canada from cic

Russia sanctions

Effective March 24, 2021, Canada is imposing sanctions against Russian officials in response to gross and systematic human rights violations that have been committed in Russia.

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Canada imposes new sanctions in response to deteriorating human rights situation in Russia

The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced new sanctions against 9 Russian officials under the Special Economic Measures (Russia) Regulations in response to gross and systematic violations of human rights in Russia.

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Spring is in the air at NFB.ca, with more films available for free streaming. Explore the final releases from The Curve and the compelling doc Gun Runners by Anjali Nayar.

Spring is here at last, and all throughout the month of April, more new content is being launched on NFB.ca.

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Government of Canada investment helping Bedford’s fish and seafood sector weather pandemic challenges

COVID-19 safety, increased storage and automated equipment help the industry stay productive

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Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami and the Government of Canada Renew Commitment to Tuberculosis Elimination

The Government of Canada and Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami renew joint commitment to tuberculosis elimination

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Government of Canada adds over 405 acres of land to PEI National Park

New addition to national park is home to several species at risk

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WAG and NFB announce new partnership in days leading up to Qaumajuq Opening. MOU to provide global platform for Inuit art and culture.

The Winnipeg Art Gallery (WAG) and the National Film Board of Canada (NFB) are pleased to announce a new partnership days before the March 27, 2021 opening of Qaumajuq, the new Inuit art centre at the WAG.

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Government of Canada and Community Foundations of Canada announce first project approved under the Canada Healthy Communities Initiative

Today, Andy Fillmore, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Infrastructure and Communities and Member of Parliament for Halifax, on behalf of the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, joined Andrea Dicks, President of Community Foundations of Canada, and Mary W. Rowe, President and CEO of the Canadian Urban Institute, to announce $95,000 in funding from the Canada Healthy Communities Initiative for the expansion of March of Dimes Canada’s Hi, Tech! program. Also in attendance were Rob Oliphant, Member of Parliament for Don Valley West, and Len Baker, President and CEO of March of Dimes Canada.

1345 days ago by National Film Board from cic

New docs by Elle-Máijá Tailfeathers, Sean Horlor and Steve J. Adams, Sheona McDonald, and Courtney Montour. Four NFB world premieres online at Hot Docs 2021.

The 2021 Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival is presenting four world premieres of National Film Board of Canada (NFB) documentaries that explore powerful themes of identity and human rights by Indigenous, LGBTQ2+ and women film creators.