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PS Hutchings Virtual Visit – Atlantic Provinces

For the second day of her two-day virtual tour in the Maritimes region, Gudie Hutchings, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Rural Economic Development, on behalf of the Honourable Maryam Monsef, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Rural Economic Development, will meet with stakeholders in various local industries and organizations and make important funding announcements.

1350 days ago by CIC News from cicnews

PEI PNP invites 150 candidates in new draw

Prince Edward Island has released the details of its scheduled March 18 draw. The Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP) issued a total of 150 invitations. Most of the invitations, 140, went to Express Entry and Labour Impact candidates. The remaining 10 invitations went to Business Impact candidates who had a minimum point threshold of 70. […]

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Health Canada confirms that the benefits of the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine continue to outweigh the risks for use in Canada

Health Canada confirms that the benefits of the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine in protecting Canadians from COVID-19 continue to outweigh the risks, and encourages Canadians to get immunized with any of the COVID-19 vaccines that are authorized in Canada.

1351 days ago by Fisheries and Oceans Canada from cic

Court orders heavy penalties and the forfeiture of a sailboat and gear for rockfish harvesters exceeding catch limits, violating Canada’s Fisheries Act Regulations

On February 23, 2021, Niu Shu and Chuck Fung pleaded guilty in Sechelt Provincial Court to several significant recreational rockfish and lingcod fishing violations near Egmont, B.C.

1351 days ago by Public Health Agency of Canada from cic

COVID-19 Update (March 19, 2021) – Government of Canada officials to hold a news conference on coronavirus disease

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) update to be given by Government of Canada officials at March 18, 2021 news conference.

1351 days ago by CIC News from cicnews

How Scotiabank can support you as a newcomer to Canada

When you first come to Canada, there are a lot of exciting things to check off your list of “to dos,” like exploring your neighbourhood and finding your favourite coffee shop. But there is a first step that you need to put on the top of your list, setting up your finances in Canada. New […]

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1351 days ago by Indigenous Services Canada from cic

Minister Miller and Indigenous Services Canada officials to hold a news conference on coronavirus disease (COVID-19)

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Indigenous Services, and Dr. Tom Wong, Chief Medical Officer of Public Health, will hold a news conference to provide an update on coronavirus disease (COVID-19)

1351 days ago by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada from cic

Agricultural Climate Solutions

Agricultural Climate Solutions (ACS) is a $185 million, 10-year program that will help develop and implement farming practices to tackle climate change. Through agricultural practices such as shelterbelts or cover crops, farmland can trap and store carbon and reduce greenhouse gases.

1351 days ago by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada from cic

Accelerating the adoption of climate-smart best practices in agriculture

Today, the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, announced an investment of $185 million over the next 10 years for the new Agricultural Climate Solutions (ACS) program.

1351 days ago by Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada from cic

Statement on Canada's request for an independent review of St. Anne's Indian Residential School claims

The Honourable Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, issued the following statement today.

1351 days ago by Fisheries and Oceans Canada from cic

A call To DFO’s Observe, Record, Report line leads to significant fine for a commercial harvester

On February 4, 2021, Hai A. Trinh was found guilty in Powell River Provincial Court for fishing in a closed area of Desolation Sound, retaining undersize prawns, and other violations of the Fisheries Act. The Honourable Justice Leven Wingham ordered the commercial prawn harvester to pay a fine of $30,000 and forfeit the value of his catch, which sold for $12,630.

1351 days ago by Infrastructure Canada from cic

Canada and Ontario invest in 37 clean water, wastewater and storm water infrastructure improvement projects for First Nation communities across the province

Today, the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Canada’s Minister of Infrastructure and Communities; the Honourable Marc Miller, Canada’s Minister of Indigenous Services; the Honourable Laurie Scott, Ontario’s Minister of Infrastructure and Member of Provincial Parliament for Haliburton-Kawartha Lakes-Brock; the Honourable Greg Rickford, Ontario’s Minister of Energy, Northern Development and Mines and the Ontario Minister of Indigenous Affairs, and Member of Provincial Parliament for Kenora—Rainy River; and Chief Irene Kells, Zhiibaahaasing First Nation , announced funding for clean water, wastewater and storm water infrastructure improvements in 37 First Nation communities across Ontario.

1351 days ago by Infrastructure Canada from cic

Backgrounder: Canada and Ontario invest in clean water, wastewater and storm water projects in 37 First Nation communities across the province

Joint federal, provincial, municipal and First Nation community funding through the Investing in Canada plan will support 37 clean water, wastewater and storm water projects in Ontario. These investments will ensure access to safe, drinkable water and better environmental protection for First Nation communities across Ontario.

1351 days ago by Employment and Social Development Canada from cic

Minister Carr and Minister Squires to make a virtual announcement on early learning and child care in Manitoba

1351 days ago by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada from cic

Minister Ng participates in Ontario Tech University panel on Indigenous entrepreneurship

Indigenous businesses and entrepreneurs are the backbone of communities across the country and an important part of the Canadian economy.

1351 days ago by Indigenous Services Canada from cic

Canadian Human Rights Tribunal confirms agreement reached to ensure greater funding for First Nations children, families and communities

Marc Miller, Minister of Indigenous Services Canada, issued the following statement today.

1351 days ago by CIC News from cicnews

Express Entry: 5,000 CEC candidates invited

Canada invited 5,000 Express Entry candidates to apply for permanent residence on March 18. Invited candidates needed to be eligible for the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) and have a score of at least 449 in order to receive an Invitation to Apply. Some of the basic eligibility requirements for the CEC include one year of […]

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1351 days ago by Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency from cic

Support for tourism operations in Western PEI

Training, infrastructure, and new experiences will build on tourism offerings in rural communities

1351 days ago by Fisheries and Oceans Canada from cic

Negative impact of illegally setting nets in closed area results in significant penalty for Campbell River herring harvester

On September 10, 2020 in Campbell River Provincial Court, the Honourable Judge Crockett found Mr. Josh Duncan, the vessel master of the commercial herring seine vessel Western King, guilty of violations of the Fisheries Act. The Court ordered Mr. Duncan to pay a total fine of $11,607.60.

1351 days ago by Women and Gender Equality Canada from cic

Statement by Minister Monsef, Head of the Delegation of Canada, to UNCSW 65th Session

Bonjour, Aaniin, Salaam-Alaikum to my colleagues in the international community. I hope wherever you are, you are safe, you are well, and I wish the same for your loved ones.

1351 days ago by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada from cic

New project under the Universal Broadband Fund to bring fast, reliable high-speed Internet to rural King Township

The COVID-19 pandemic has underscored how too many Canadians living in rural and remote communities lack access to high-speed Internet. More than ever, Canadians need access to reliable high-speed Internet that helps us work, learn, and stay in touch with friends and family from home. Through the Rapid Response Stream of the Universal Broadband Fund (UBF), the Government of Canada is taking immediate action to connect all Canadians to high-speed Internet.

1351 days ago by FedNor from cic

FedNor announcement to help maximize opportunities for agricultural producers in the Thunder Bay, Rainy River and Kenora Districts

Marcus Powlowski, Member of Parliament for Thunder Bay—Rainy River, will announce FedNor funding to support agricultural producers across Northwestern Ontario. The announcement will be made on behalf of the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages and Minister responsible for FedNor, to support jobs, growth and regional recovery efforts.

1351 days ago by Infrastructure Canada from cic

Media Advisory - Dryden, Ontario

Members of the media are invited to an important infrastructure funding announcement with Marcus Powlowski, Member of Parliament for Thunder Bay–Rainy River, on behalf of the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Canada’s Minister of Infrastructure and Communities; the Honourable Greg Rickford, Minister of Energy, Northern Development and Mines, Minister of Indigenous Affairs, and Member of Provincial Parliament for Kenora-Rainy River, on behalf of the Honourable Laurie Scott, Ontario’s Minister of Infrastructure; and His Worship Greg Wilson, Mayor of the City of Dryden.

1351 days ago by Natural Resources Canada from cic

Canada Supports Increased Indigenous Participation in the Natural Resources Economy

Canada’s Minister of Natural Resources, the Honourable Seamus O’Regan Jr., today announced $2.6 million in funding for the First Nations Major Projects Coalition, as well as $1 million in funding for the First Nations Climate Initiative.

1351 days ago by Department of Justice Canada from cic

Government of Canada supports access to justice for seniors in Quebec

Canadians expect to live in a society where the justice system is fair and impartial and respects the needs of victims. Seniors are among the vulnerable groups at greater risk of abuse and neglect.