Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, announced an investment of $199.16 million in Resilience Biotechnologies Inc.
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Canada and Ontario invest in construction of Aquatic Centre at RBJ Schlegel Park in Kitchener
Today, the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Canada’s Minister of Infrastructure and Communities; Tim Louis, Member of Parliament for Kitchener—Conestoga; the Honourable Laurie Scott, Ontario’s Minister of Infrastructure; Mike Harris, Member of Provincial Parliament for Kitchener—Conestoga; and His Worship Berry Vrbanovic, Mayor of the City of Kitchener announced joint funding to support the construction of the Aquatic Centre at RBJ Schlegel Park in Kitchener, Ontario.
Canada provides additional humanitarian assistance to Nagorno-Karabakh and continues to promote efforts to find sustainable peace
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Karina Gould, Minister of International Development, today issued the following statement: “Canada continues to support efforts to resolve the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict and is deeply committed to addressing its grave humanitarian consequences. Building on Canada’s support provided in the immediate aftermath of the fighting in 2020, we are announcing an additional $1 million to support the efforts of the International Committee of the Red Cross in Nagorno-Karabakh.
Canadian Hurricane Centre’s 2021 hurricane season outlook
Media representatives are advised that Bob Robichaud, Warning Preparedness Meteorologist with the Canadian Hurricane Centre, will present the general outlook for the upcoming hurricane season, as well as share steps Canadians can take to be prepared.
Supporting Francophone Arts Presentation in Manitoba’s Rural Communities
The Government of Canada invests in Manitoba’s arts presentation sector in rural Francophone communities
Cape Smokey to become premier year-round tourism destination
Major renovations and development at local ski hill brings investment and jobs to Ingonish
Invitation to media – The Honourable Diane Lebouthillier to announce Government of Canada support for four Gaspé businesses involved in seafood processing
The Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Member of Parliament for Gaspésie–Les Îles-de-la-Madeleine and Minister of National Revenue, will announce Government of Canada financial assistance to Poissonnerie de Cloridorme, Lelièvre, Lelièvre et Lemoignan, Poisson Salé Gaspésien and Unipêche M.D.M.
Interpretation Panel finds CAF and RCMP may be eligible for disability benefits arising from service-related treatment injury
From: Veterans Review and Appeal Board
Minister MacAulay to Make an Energy Efficiency Announcement
The Honourable Lawrence MacAuley, Minister of Veterans Affairs, on behalf of the Honourable Seamus O’Regan Jr., Minister of Natural Resources; and with Garth Frizzell, President of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities; Philip Brown, Mayor of the City of Charlottetown; Steve Ogden, Mayor of the Town of Stratford; and Wendy Donovan, Mayor of the Town of Wolfville; will make a virtual announcement for energy efficiency.
Canada planning to reopen U.S. border
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s government have begun working towards reopening the Canada-U.S. border, according to Bloomberg. However, discussions are just getting started, and a reopening of the border may not be imminent just yet. One approach would be to adopt a new system that allows vaccinated people to travel between the two countries without the need for COVID-19 […]
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Junior Astronauts: Baker Lake winner in Nunavut
On May 19, 2021, Canadian Space Agency astronaut Joshua Kutryk will speak to students from Jonah Amitnaaq Secondary School in Baker Lake. This school won this visit from an astronaut through the Junior Astronauts campaign. Joshua Kutryk will share his story, talk about his career as an astronaut, and answer their questions.
Government of Canada investing in safety at the Thunder Bay International Airport
From traveling to medical appointments, getting goods to market, distributing PPE and medical supplies, or delivering vaccines, Canadians rely on safe and well-maintained local airports to support vibrant communities.
The Governments of Canada and New Brunswick Invest in Renovations to Science Laboratory in the Louis A. LeBel Building at the University of Moncton Edmundston Campus
The governments of Canada and New Brunswick invest more than $780,000 to help renovate the science laboratory at the University of Moncton, Edmundston campus
FedDev Ontario to announce support for an automobility innovation cluster
Irek Kusmierczyk, Member of Parliament for Windsor–Tecumseh, on behalf of the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages and Minister responsible for FedDev Ontario, will make an important virtual announcement in support an automobility innovation cluster in Windsor.
COVID-19 Update (May 18, 2021) – The Prime Minister, Ministers and Government of Canada officials to hold a news conference on coronavirus disease
Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) update to be given by the Prime Minister, Ministers and Government of Canada officials at May 18, 2021 news conference.
Minister Guilbeault to Announce Funding for the Restoration of the Historic Welland Central Fire Hall
The Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Canadian Heritage, will make a funding announcement in support of the historic heritage of Welland, Ontario
About Brigadier-General Brodie
About Brigadier-General Brodie -- Brigadier-General Brodie, joined the Canadian Armed Forces in 1989. She is a graduate of Royal Roads Military College and was commissioned under the Regular Officer Training Program
Statement from the Public Health Agency of Canada
Statement from the Public Health Agency of Canada – May 15, 2021
Minister Ng speaks with Mexico’s Secretary of Economy Tatiana Clouthier Carrillo at Free Trade Commission meeting
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, spoke with Tatiana Clouthier Carrillo, Mexico’s Secretary of Economy, in advance of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) Free Trade Commission (FTC) meeting.
Media Advisory - Sainte-Thérèse, Québec
Media representatives are invited to a press conference at which the Quebec Lieutenant, Leader of the Government in the House of Commons and Member of Parliament, the Honorable Pablo Rodriguez, and the Minister for Education and Minister responsible for the Status of Women, Isabelle Charest, will make an announcement concerning recreational and sports infrastructure in the region of the Laurentians (Laurentides).
Government of Canada to announce major investment in Canadian biomanufacturing
The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, will announce a significant investment to strengthen the Canadian biomanufacturing sector and support Canada’s future pandemic preparedness.
Minister Ng to report on Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement Free Trade Commission discussions
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade will hold a media availability after the first meeting of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement Free Trade Commission.
Joint Statement by Ministers Garneau and Ng on recent developments in the Kyrgyz mining sector
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs and the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, today issued the following statement: “As a significant investment partner of the Kyrgyz Republic, Canada is very concerned about continued developments in the mining sector. We are disappointed with the decision taken at the extraordinary session of the Parliament of the Kyrgyz Republic on May 17 to move forward with the imposition of external management on the Kumtor Gold Company, and statements made during the parliamentary session that Kyrgyz control will be sought over a publically traded Canadian-based company with multiple international assets. This will potentially have far-reaching consequences on foreign direct investment in the Kyrgyz Republic.
Minister Ng speaks with United States Trade Representative Katherine Tai at Free Trade Commission meeting
Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, spoke with Katherine Tai, United States Trade Representative, in advance of the inaugural Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement Free Trade Commission meeting, hosted by the United States.
Backgrounder: Canada and Alberta invest in infrastructure projects to improve recreation, active transportation, and emergency response in four communities
Funding through the Investing in Canada plan will support 12 infrastructure projects in Alberta. The Government of Canada is investing more than $9.1 million in these projects through the COVID-19 Resilience Infrastructure Stream of the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program. Contributions by recipients toward their respective projects are more than $2.2 million. Funding recipients are responsible for any additional project costs.