The Government of Canada is taking action to address the systemic racism and systemic barriers faced by Indigneous peoples in Canada’s legal system. The following initiatives and investments would help support the Government of Canada’s ongoing efforts to advance reconciliation and address the systemic factors that contribute the overrepresentation of Indigenous peoples in the justice system.

Lake Charlotte Area Heritage Society to upgrade living history museum, improve online presence

Today, the Minister of Public Services and Procurement, the Honourable Anita Anand, announced the award of a construction contract worth $40M to M.D. Steele Construction Ltd. a Manitoba-based general contractor, for the rehabilitation of the St. Andrews Lock and Dam (SALD).

The Minister of Transport, the Honourable Omar Alghabra, and the Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs and Member of Parliament for Beauséjour, the Honorable Dominic LeBlanc, will make an announcement concerning funding for improvements at the Greater Moncton Roméo LeBlanc International Airport.

The Minister of Transport, the Honourable Omar Alghabra, and the Member of Parliament for Saint John—Rothesay, Mr. Wayne Long, will make an announcement at the Saint John Airport to celebrate the return of commercial flights in the Atlantic Region and to announce Government of Canada’s support to the Saint John Airport.

Our Royal Canadian Navy must be well equipped and prepared for operations at home and abroad in order to support the safety and security of Canadians. The Government of Canada is supporting this requirement by investing in the maintenance of key equipment on the Halifax-class frigates.

This summer, escape from it all at the Plains of Abraham, thanks to imaginative programming that will immerse you in the history of this mythical place.

Yesterday, the Minister of Environment and Climate Change, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, welcomed Royal Assent of the Canadian Net-Zero Emissions Accountability Act, which has become law. It marks the first time a Canadian government has legislated emissions reductions accountability to address climate change, by setting legal requirements on the current government and future governments to plan, report, and course correct on the path to net-zero emissions by or before 2050.

Population and labour force growth are important to keeping the Canadian economy strong. Throughout its history, Canada has relied on newcomers to help stimulate economic growth. “Immigration is becoming even more important to Canada’s economic success,” says Marc Desormeaux, senior Scotiabank economist. “Canada’s population is aging and its birth rate was among the lowest in […]

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On June 21, 2021, in the Saint-Jérôme Courthouse, Frédéric Thibeault was ordered to pay a total fine of $60,000, after pleading guilty to an offence under the Migratory Birds Convention Act, 1994.

Today, the Honourable Seamus O’Regan Jr., Minister of Natural Resources, announced over $44 million to create green jobs and training opportunities for youth aged 15 to 30 in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM), and other related fields in the energy, forestry, mining, earth sciences and clean technology sectors.

Quality, dependable jobs are a driver of a strong economy. Canada’s prosperity and stability depend on every Canadian having a fair chance to succeed. Yet, some Canadians find themselves working part-time, temporary or low-wage jobs—sometimes more than one—in order to support themselves and their families.

The Honourable David Lametti, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, today issued the following statement:

The Summary Investigation into the unintended discharge of a holstered pistol during a Canadian Special Operations Forces Command (CANSOFCOM) training event on November 5, 2020 is complete.

The Government of Canada is proud to support the heritage and cultural sectors and to help young Canadians find jobs and build their careers in this field

The path to reconciliation requires a true partnership between Canada and First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Nation when it comes to decisions about Canada’s marine environment. The Government of Canada, in cooperation with Indigenous Peoples, is taking concrete measures to address the complex range of threats that contribute to the endangerment of marine mammals, including addressing increased noise levels from nearby ships. This important partnership with Indigenous communities in British Columbia is one based on traditional knowledge sharing, science and inclusive engagement.

On June 30, 2021, Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement on COVID-19.

Government of Canada invests in infrastructure for Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic Site and Kejimkujik National Park Seaside

Today, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Health, announced four new projects receiving funding through the Immunization Partnership Fund (IPF) to support vaccination efforts across Canada.

The Québec-based institute, an international leader in optics and photonics, will be able to pursue growth, leading to the creation of 25 jobs.

New commercial kitchen helps MetroWorks Employment access new markets, create opportunities

Backgrounder: New Projects Funded Under the Immunization Partnership Fund

My name is Supriya Syal, and I am the Deputy Commissioner of Research Policy and Education at the Financial Consumer Agency of Canada. It’s my pleasure to be here with you today.

Today, Andy Fillmore, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Infrastructure and Communities and Member of Parliament for Halifax, on behalf of the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities; the Honourable Labi Kousoulis, Minister of Inclusive Economic Growth, on behalf of Energy and Mines Minister Chuck Porter; and Cathie O’Toole, General Manager of Halifax Water, announced funding for an ambient temperature district energy system (DES) in the Cogswell District of downtown Halifax. Rafah DiCostanzo, Member of the Legislative Assembly for Clayton Park West, was also in attendance.

The second quarter of 2021 was another record-breaker in the Canadian immigration world. Canada has invited 44,591 immigration candidates to apply for permanent residence through the Express Entry system. The number of Express Entry candidates invited this past quarter tops the previous record from the first quarter of 2021, which was 44,124. Express Entry Q2 […]

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