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Department of Finance Releases Annual Report on Federal Tax Expenditures

Today the Department of Finance Canada released the 2021 Report on Federal Tax Expenditures—Concepts, Estimates and Evaluations.

1371 days ago by Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat from cic

Ministers respond to the first 2021 reports from the Auditor General of Canada

The Government of Canada will respond to the 2021 first reports of the Auditor General of Canada.

1371 days ago by Transportation Safety Board of Canada from cic

TSB preliminary statistics show decrease in number of air and rail occurrences in 2020

Following an initial review of its 2020 data, the Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) is today providing a summary of preliminary transportation occurrence statistics. The 2020 data indicate an overall reduction in the number of accidents / incidents for the Air and Rail sectors, which were likely influenced by the impact of COVID-19 on the transportation industry and other disruptions in service.

1371 days ago by Canadian Heritage from cic

Five Teams Selected to Propose Designs for the LGBTQ2+ National Monument in Ottawa

The LGBTQ2+ National Monument will be a visible landmark commemorating the discrimination faced by generations of LGBTQ2+ people in Canada

1371 days ago by Competition Bureau Canada from cic

Fraud Prevention Month 2021: Watch out for Online Scams

As Canadians turn to online services and rely on the digital marketplace more than ever, it’s important they have the tools and information they need to protect themselves from online fraud. This March, online scams will be at the centre of the Fraud Prevention Month campaign.

1371 days ago by Infrastructure Canada from cic

Canada and Ontario invest in culture and recreation infrastructure in the City of Hamilton

Canadians everywhere are feeling the impact of COVID-19, on their families, their livelihoods and their way of life. Together, Canada and Ontario are working to reduce the impact of the pandemic, ensure health and safety, rebuild businesses, and promote job creation, growth and investment.

1371 days ago by Infrastructure Canada from cic

Backgrounder: Canada and Ontario invest in culture and recreation infrastructure in the City of Hamilton

The Government of Canada is investing more than $3.1 million toward these projects, with the Government of Ontario providing over $2.5 million through the Community, Culture and Recreation Infrastructure Stream (CCRIS) of the Investing in Canada plan. The recipients are contributing more than $1.8 million total toward their respective projects.

1371 days ago by Natural Resources Canada from cic

Canada Invests in New EV Chargers Across Prince Edward Island

The Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, on behalf of the Honourable Seamus O’Regan Jr., Canada’s Minister of Natural Resources, today announced a $250,000 investment for Maritime Electric to install 50 Level 2 electric vehicle (EV) chargers across Prince Edward Island (PEI).

1371 days ago by Public Health Agency of Canada from cic

Ministers and Government of Canada officials to hold a news conference on COVID-19 vaccines in Canada

On February 25, 2021, Government of Canada officials will hold a technical briefing to provide an overview on the roll-out of COVID-19 vaccines.

1371 days ago by Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions from cic

MODIFICATION – Change of time – Innovative Montréal business able to increase productivity thanks to Government of Canada support

Élisabeth Brière, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages (Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec), the Honourable Mélanie Joly, accompanied by Soraya Martinez Ferrada, Member of Parliament for Hochelaga and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will announce Government of Canada financial assistance to support the growth of France Délices, an innovative business from the Greater Montréal region.

1371 days ago by Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions from cic

Invitation to media – Minister Mélanie Joly to announce investments to support Outaouais cybersecurity industry

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages, accompanied by Greg Fergus, Member of Parliament for Hull-Aylmer and Parliament Secretary to the President of the Treasury Board and to the Minister of Digital Government, by Steven MacKinnon, Member of Parliament for Gatineau and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Public Services and Procurement, and by William Amos, Member of Parliament for Pontiac and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry (Science), invites media representatives to a press conference regarding support for the Digital Identity Laboratory of Canada, the Cégep de l’Outaouais and Security Research and Innovation, In-Sec-M.

1372 days ago by National Defence from cic

Statement from the Hon. Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of National Defence

As I have stated, I take all allegations of misconduct seriously and continue to take strong action on any allegation of misconduct that is brought forward. No matter the rank, no matter the position.

1372 days ago by CIC News from cicnews

Quebec updates list of targeted occupations for facilitated LMIA process

Quebec has released the new list of occupations eligible under the facilitated Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) process. Quebec’s Ministry of Immigration provides an annually updated list of occupations for which employers do not need to advertise an open position before hiring a foreign worker. The new list, which will be in effect for the current […]

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1372 days ago by Department of Justice Canada from cic

Responding to the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, Government of Canada proposes changes to the Criminal Code and other related laws to improve effectiveness of criminal justice system

The Government of Canada is committed to keeping Canadians safe and making the criminal justice system more accessible, efficient and effective.

1372 days ago by Department of Finance Canada from cic

Department of Finance Releases Draft Legislation to Increase Accessibility of Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy and Canada Emergency Rent Subsidy

Today, the Department of Finance released draft legislative proposals that would implement technical amendments to ensure these programs better support the businesses and workers who are facing challenges as a result of the pandemic.

1372 days ago by Department of Finance Canada from cic

Increasing Accessibility of the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy and Canada Emergency Rent Subsidy

Today, the Department of Finance released draft legislative proposals that would implement technical amendments to ensure these support programs better support the businesses and workers who are facing challenges as a result of the pandemic.

1372 days ago by Public Services and Procurement Canada from cic

Lane closure on LaSalle Causeway

Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise motorists of an alternating lane closure on the LaSalle Causeway for maintenance work.

1372 days ago by National Film Board from cic

The Rendez-vous de la Francophonie: NFB productions even more accessible to francophone communities and francophiles across Canada.

The National Film Board of Canada will be participating in the annual Rendez-vous de la Francophonie (RVF) for the 16th year in a row, from March 1 to 31, 2021. Offered in a hybrid format, the latest edition of the RVF will honour the inspiring people and culture of the Acadian region of Canada.

1372 days ago by CIC News from cicnews

BC PNP invites 87 immigration candidates in new Tech Pilot draw

British Columbia invited 87 immigration candidates to apply for a provincial nomination for permanent residence on February 23. The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) Tech Pilot draw issued invitations to candidates under the Express Entry BC and Skills immigration categories. Invited candidates who were from the Skilled Worker and International Graduate subcategories needed a minimum provincial score of 75, which is […]

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1372 days ago by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada from cic

Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan Announce Enhancements to the 2021 Crop Insurance Program

Today, federal Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Marie-Claude Bibeau and Saskatchewan Finance Minister Donna Harpauer announced enhancements to the 2021 Crop Insurance Program. This year, Crop Insurance coverage will reach a record level due to higher commodity prices and increased yield coverage.

1372 days ago by Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada from cic

Great Bear Lake Remediation Project

The Great Bear Lake Remediation Project consists of reclaiming a number of now-abandoned mining and exploration properties which are now the responsibility of the Government of Canada.

1372 days ago by Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada from cic

Canada and Délı̨nę Got’ı̨nę Government sign historic Governance Agreement in support of the Great Bear Lake Remediation Project

The Government of Canada is renewing the relationship between the Crown and Indigenous people in Canada based on the affirmation of rights, respect, cooperation and partnership.

1372 days ago by Environment and Climate Change Canada from cic

U.S.- Canada High Level Ministerial Dialogue on Climate Ambition

To jointly address climate change and demonstrate global leadership on the climate crisis, Canada and the United States have joined to form a high-level dialogue. This dialogue will elevate and advance long-standing cooperation between the two countries, which share many of the same risks and can benefit from many of the same opportunities.

1372 days ago by Correctional Service Canada from cic

Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Cowansville Institution

On February 19 and 20, 2021, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, two packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Cowansville Institution, a federal medium-security facility.

1372 days ago by National Defence from cic

Statement by the Department of National Defence on the Parliamentary Budget Officer’s Report on the Canadian Surface Combatant

The Department of National Defence (DND) thanks the Office of the Parliamentary Budget Officer (PBO) for its work, and welcomes its report on the Canadian Surface Combatant.