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COVID-19 related death of an inmate
On May 11, 2021, an inmate from Bowden Institution died as an apparent result of complications related to COVID-19.
Media Advisory - Hamilton, Ontario
Members of the media are invited to attend an important virtual infrastructure event with the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, the Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister of Labour and Member of Parliament for Hamilton – West – Ancaster – Dundas, and the Honourable Caroline Mulroney, Ontario Minister of Transportation.
Pathway to permanent residence for in-Canada families of Canadian victims of air disasters ET302 and PS752
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has put in place a new public policy facilitating permanent residence application for in-Canada families of victims of air disasters involving Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302 (ET302) and Ukraine International Airlines Flight 752 (PS752). The public policy came into effect on May 12, 2021, and will remain in place until May 11, 2022.
Minister Mendicino announces new permanent residence pathway for families of Canadian victims of recent air disasters
Air disasters have taken the lives of too many Canadians and left too many families across our country without loved ones.
Express Entry: 557 PNP candidates invited in newest draw
Canada invited 557 Express Entry candidates to apply for permanent residence on May 12. Express Entry candidates needed a score of at least 752 in order to receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA). They also needed to have previously received a nomination from a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). Any time someone gets a provincial nomination […]
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Government of Canada provides more support to CAN Health Network
As the fight against COVID-19 continues it is more important than ever to support Canada’s innovative and cutting edge health care companies.
Mendicino gives speech on modernizing Canada’s immigration system
Canada’s Immigration Minister Marco Mendicino delivered a keynote address on May 12 called “Modernizing Canada’s Immigration System.” Mendicino gave the speech at a virtual event hosted by the Canadian Club of Ottawa. Since 1903, the Canadian Club has hosted prominent speakers to discuss the country’s most important issues. Immigration has been a critical issue well […]
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Government of Canada provides more support to CAN Health Network
As the fight against COVID-19 continues it is more important than ever to support Canada’s innovative and cutting edge health care companies.
Remarks by the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance at the Standing Committee on Finance – Study of Bill C-30
After more than 14 months of uncertainty and hardship, Canadians continue to battle COVID. But we know that there is light at the end of the tunnel.
Government of Canada COVID-19 Update for Indigenous Peoples and communities
Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) is committed to supporting Indigenous communities in their response to COVID-19 and is working closely with Indigenous organizations and provincial and territorial governments.
Government of Canada provides more support to the CAN Health Network
One-year extension in Ontario and expansion into Atlantic Canada to facilitate the adoption of Canadian healthcare solutions
Statement by the Minister of Foreign Affairs on the situation in Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza
Canada has been following the situation in Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza with grave concern. We are appalled by the ongoing violence, rising tensions, and loss of life, including children. Our thoughts are with the families of the victims and their loved ones.
Government of Canada launches applications for Supporting Black Canadian Communities Initiative External Reference Group
In Canada, diversity is our strength. That’s why the Government of Canada is building on progress under its Anti-Racism Strategy by demonstrating federal leadership, empowering Black communities, and building awareness and changing attitudes.
Minister Ng to promote Canada-Ireland relations with Ibec CEO
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, will participate in a virtual conversation with Danny McCoy, CEO, Ibec on Canada-Ireland trade relations.
Seizures of contraband and unauthorized items at Drummond Institution
On May 4, 2021, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Drummond Institution, a federal medium-security facility.
Media Advisory - Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
Members of the media are invited to attend an important virtual infrastructure announcement regarding COVID-19 response for Prince Edward Island healthcare facilities with the Sean Casey, Member of Parliament for Charlottetown, on behalf of the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, and the Honourable James Aylward, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure.
Minister Ng speaks with U.K. secretary of state for international trade Liz Truss
Yesterday, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, spoke with Liz Truss, the United Kingdom’s Secretary of State for International Trade.
Government of Canada invests $1.6 million to bring high-speed Internet to 324 more homes in Halton region
Today, Adam van Koeverden, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Diversity and Inclusion and Youth and to the Minister of Canadian Heritage (Sport) and Member of Parliament for Milton, on behalf of the Honourable Maryam Monsef, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Rural Economic Development, announced $1.6 million in federal funding for Standard Broadband to bring high-speed Internet to rural residents of Haltonville and Moffat. This project will connect 324 underserved households in Ontario’s Halton region to high-speed Internet.
Boardwalk reduction on Alexandra Bridge
Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise cyclists and pedestrians that the boardwalk on the Alexandra Bridge will be reduced for tests and inspections.
Minister Mendicino highlights immigration investments in Budget 2021 in support of Canada’s economic recovery
The pandemic has disproportionately affected low-wage workers, young people, women and racialized Canadians. Last month, our government released a plan to support them in Budget 2021: A Recovery Plan for Jobs, Growth, and Resilience. This plan will ensure a robust economic recovery that is inclusive of all Canadians and that finishes the fight against COVID-19.
British Columbia issues large number of invitations in PNP draws
British Columbia invited 379 immigration candidates in two Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draws held May 11. Since February, B.C. has been conducting two separate rounds of invitations every two weeks. More specifically, there has been a general draw and a second draw targeting retail and wholesale trade managers as well as restaurant and foodservice managers. […]
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Government of Canada helps internationally trained nurses get their foreign credentials recognized and find quality jobs
Nurses are the heroes of the health care system and have shown tremendous resiliency at the forefront of Canada’s COVID-19 pandemic response. They work hard every day to care for their patients, and their courage and commitment keep communities safe and healthy.
TSB releases investigation report about a 2020 landing accident in Calgary, Alberta
TSB releases investigation report about a 2020 landing accident in Calgary, Alberta
Supporting public transit and protecting jobs in Thunder Bay
Today, the Honourable Catherine McKenna, federal Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Health and Member of Parliament for Thunder Bay–Superior North, Marcus Powlowski, Member of Parliament for Thunder Bay—Rainy River, the Honourable Caroline Mulroney, Ontario’s Minister of Transportation, the Honourable Greg Rickford, Minister of Energy, Mines, Northern Development and Indigenous Affairs and Member of Parliament for Kenora-Rainy River, and John Tory, Mayor of Toronto announced that the Governments of Canada and Ontario signed a deal to support funding of additional electric, zero-emission streetcars in Toronto and sustain transit vehicle manufacturing capacity at Alstom’s manufacturing facility in Thunder Bay, Ontario.