On April 19, 2021, correctional officers at Dorchester Penitentiary – Medium sector, intercepted an inmate who was attempting to bring unauthorized items into the institution.
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Remarks from the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada on April 27, 2021
Remarks from the Chief Public Health Officer on COVID-19, April 27, 2021
Statement by the Minister of Labour, Filomena Tassi
Today, the Minister of Labour, Filomena Tassi, issued the following statement regarding the situation at the Port of Montreal
Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada announces judicial appointments in the province of Quebec
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.
Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada announces judicial appointments in the province of British Columbia
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.
Minister Fortier to deliver a speech on Budget 2021 at the Quebec Industrial Parks Corporation
The Honourable Mona Fortier, Minister of Middle Class Prosperity and Associate Minister of Finance, will take part in a virtual event hosted by the Quebec Industrial Parks Corporation.
Backgrounder: Bill C-29, An Act to provide for the resumption and continuation of operations at the Port of Montréal
If passed, Bill C-29, An Act to provide for the resumption and continuation of operations at the Port of Montréal, would end the ongoing work stoppage at the Port of Montreal, and provide the Maritime Employers Association and the Syndicat des débardeurs – CUPE Local 375 with a neutral mediation-arbitration process to resolve their disputes. The bill would come into force at 00:00:01 Eastern Daylight Saving Time on the day after it receives Royal Assent,
Why Canada is focusing on immigration candidates living in the country
With international travel low and immigration targets high, Canada has been opening pathways for domestic immigration candidates to apply for permanent residence. The Canadian government is depending on foreign nationals who are likely already living in Canada to meet its immigration targets for the year. Canada has set out to welcome 401,000 new permanent residents […]
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Minister Jordan highlights historic investments in Budget 2021 for women entrepreneurs in Atlantic Canada
COVID-19 has affected all Canadians, but women have been disproportionately impacted. In the labour market, women were hit earlier and harder, and their jobs continue to recover more slowly. Budget 2021: A Recovery Plan for Jobs, Growth, and Resilience is a plan to drive economic growth, increase women’s participation in the workforce, and offer each child in Canada the best start in life.
Minister Vandal and Minister Miller highlight Northern housing and infrastructure investments in Budget 2021
Minister of Northern Affairs, the Honourable Daniel Vandal, and Minister of Indigenous Services Canada, the Honourable Marc Miller met with Indigenous partners across the North and in Inuit Nunangat yesterday to discuss northern housing and infrastructure investments from Budget 2021: A Recovery Plan for Jobs, Growth, and Resilience.
Minister Carr highlights she-cession investments in Budget 2021
COVID-19 has affected all Canadians, but women have been disproportionately affected. In the labour market, women were hit earlier and harder, and their jobs continue to recover more slowly.
Offshore helicopter crew recovers from inadvertent descent to 13 feet above water near Sable Island, Nova Scotia
Offshore helicopter crew recovers from inadvertent descent to 13 feet above water near Sable Island, Nova Scotia
Canada and Ontario invest in improved community and culture infrastructure in Ottawa
Today, the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Federal Minister of Infrastructure and Communities; Anita Vandenbeld, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of National Defence and Member of Parliament for Ottawa West—Nepean; Goldie Ghamari, Member of Provincial Parliament for Carleton, on behalf of the Honourable Laurie Scott, Ontario’s Minister of Infrastructure; Jeremy Roberts, Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Children, Community and Social Services and Member of Provincial Parliament for Ottawa West–Nepean, His Worship Jim Watson, Mayor of the City of Ottawa, and Councillor Catherine McKenney, Somerset Ward, announced joint funding for four community, culture and recreation infrastructure projects in Ottawa.
Backgrounder: Canada and Ontario invest in improved community and culture infrastructure in Ottawa
Joint federal, provincial, and recipient funding through the Investing in Canada plan will support four community, culture and recreation infrastructure projects in the City of Ottawa.
Budget 2021 will invest in women’s economic recovery
Today, more than 16,000 women have dropped out of the labour force completely, while the number of men in the labour force has grown by 91,000.
COVID-19 Update (April 27, 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 April 27, 2021 news conference.
CELPIP opens new test dates
CELPIP has added new test dates amid high demand following the Canadian government’s announcement of six new pathways to permanent residency for workers and students in Canada. The English language test provider released details of the new test dates on its Twitter page on April 26 at about 8:18 p.m. EST. The announcement comes more […]
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Government of Canada assists Ontario with COVID-19 response
Throughout the unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic response, the Government of Canada has been providing significant support to each province and territory.
Budget 2021: Minister Fortier highlights Budget 2021 investments in affordable housing in Niagara
Today, Minister of Middle Class Prosperity and Associate Minister of Finance, the Honourable Mona Fortier, continued her tour to discuss Budget 2021: A Recovery Plan for Jobs, Growth, and Resilience by speaking virtually with members of the Greater Niagara Chamber of Commerce.
Minister Wilkinson to participate in virtual event hosted by the Oakville Chamber of Commerce
Media representatives are advised that the Minister of Environment and Climate Change, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, will deliver remarks and discuss Canada’s plan to build a cleaner and more prosperous economy, including through recent investments in Budget 2021, with the Oakville Chamber of Commerce.
Minister Monsef holds Roundtable on Budget 2021 investments to Address the She-Cession
Minister Monsef holds Roundtable on Budget 2021 investments to Address the She-Cession
Minister Carr to discuss the she-cession and Budget 2021
Media representatives are advised that the Honourable Jim Carr, Special Representative for the Prairies, will be meeting with business leaders in Saskatchewan to discuss the 2021 Budget and the Government of Canada’s plan to invest in building a recovery that gives all women in Canada the ability to fully participate in our economy.
A bouquet of films streaming on NFB.ca throughout the month of May. Feature-length documentaries and topical channels that explore important issues.
The selection of productions from NFB studios across Canada includes two new must-see feature-length documentaries launched online: Santiago Bertolino’s Freelancer on the Front Lines, and Mirjam Leuze’s The Whale and the Raven.
Statement from the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada on April 26, 2021
On April 26, 2021, Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement on COVID-19.
Minister Ng to discuss Budget 2021
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, will meet with Jeanette Jackson, CEO of Burnaby-based Foresight Cleantech Accelerator Centre, to discuss opportunities for clean tech businesses, both in Canada and abroad.