This is why the Government of Canada is investing $150,000 in three new projects in Quebec communities through the Municipal Asset Management Program (MAMP), delivered by the Federation of Canadian Municipalities on behalf of the federal government. The program helps municipalities strengthen local infrastructure planning and decision-making by increasing local asset management capacity through investments in activities such as asset management training, technology and software enhancements and information sharing.

Supporting the mental health and well-being of Canadians, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic, is a priority for the Government of Canada. A $50 million investment to increase the capacity of distress centres across the country, announced in the 2020 Fall Economic Statement, will help connect Canadians to the appropriate supports and resources.

Today, Kate Young, Member of Parliament for London West, on behalf of the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities; the Honourable Jeff Yurek, Ontario’s Minister of the Environment, Conservation and Parks and Member of Provincial Parliament for Elgin—Middlesex—London, on behalf of the Honourable Laurie Scott, Ontario’s Minister of Infrastructure; and His Worship Ed Ketchabaw, Mayor of the Municipality of Bayham announced joint funding for the rehabilitation and expansion of the Straffordville Community Centre.

“On this day, I am honoured to congratulate Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) for 50 years of achievement in protecting and conserving our environment in Canada and abroad.”

Officials from Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada will hold a technical briefing for media regarding the upcoming 3500 MHz spectrum auction, which will open on June 15, 2021. The briefing will take place via teleconference.

Today, on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Health, the Honourable Mona Fortier, Minister of Middle Class Prosperity and Associate Minister of Finance announced an additional $4.4 million to support Pathway to Recovery’s project, Safer Supply Ottawa.

In April 2021, Canada welcomed 21,105 new immigrants, the lowest monthly count since the start of the year. This new Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) data show that despite a strong start to the year, Canada has been losing momentum over the past two months. In January 2021, Canada welcomed 24,680 new immigrants followed […]

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As G7 world leaders gather in the U.K. to combat global challenges, including climate change, and as the next step in Canada’s commitment to addressing harmful GHG emissions from coal, the Honorable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, today announced the Government of Canada’s public policy statement on new thermal coal mining or expansion projects. The statement indicates that the Government considers that these projects are likely to cause unacceptable environmental effects within federal jurisdiction and are not aligned with Canada’s domestic and international climate change commitments. Accordingly, this position will inform federal decision making on thermal coal mining projects.

Canada invited 6,000 more Express Entry candidates to apply for permanent residence on June 10. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) invited candidates with scores of at least 368. The new draw targeted candidates who are eligible for permanent residence under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC). Invited candidates have had at least one year of […]

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Members of the media are invited to join an important virtual event regarding an infrastructure announcement in Deep Cove, in the District of North Vancouver.

On June 11, 2021, Government of Canada officials will hold a press conference to provide an update on COVID-19 in Canada and an overview on the roll-out of COVID-19 vaccines.

Members of the media are invited to attend a virtual announcement with the Honourable Mona Fortier, Minister of Middle Class Prosperity and Associate Minister of Finance, the Honourable Ross Romano, Minister of Colleges and Universities and Member of Provincial Parliament for Sault Ste. Marie, and the Mayors of Timmins, Cochrane, Kenora, Kapuskasing, Hearst, and Black River-Matheson. Together, they will announce support for local projects that are designed to help communities install COVID safety measures throughout communities and improve the active transportation options.

The Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister of Labour and Member of Parliament Hamilton West–Ancaster–Dundas, 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 Hamilton. Minister Tassi will be joined by Bob Bratina, Member of Parliament for Hamilton East–Stoney Creek.

The Honourable Mona Fortier, Minister of Middle Class Prosperity and Associate Minister of Finance and Member of Parliament for Ottawa-Vanier, on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Health, will make an announcement for support for people at risk of overdose in Ottawa.

Today, the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, joined Hedy Fry, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Centre and Christine Buttkus, Executive Director at Surrey Cares Community Foundation to announce funding for projects under the Canada Healthy Communities Initiative that will benefit residents of Metro Vancouver. Also in attendance were Sophia Suderman, Executive Director of Pedal Foundation, Teka Everstz, National Coordinator at DUDES Club Society, and Karen Lee-Morgan, Artistic Director, Health Arts Society. The projects being announced today are among the more than 250 projects receiving funding following the first round of applications.

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, spoke yesterday with Ramon Lopez, the Philippines’ Secretary of Trade and Industry.

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has launched a process for Indigenous peoples, residential school survivors and their families to reclaim their Indigenous names on replacement passports, travel documents, citizenship certificates and permanent resident cards free of charge until May 30, 2026.

The CBSA launches investigations into container chassis from China

Individuals passionate about supporting Veterans now have the opportunity to share their knowledge, expertise, and experiences with the Minister of Veterans Affairs as members of ministerial advisory groups at Veterans Affairs Canada.

A strong and vibrant agri-food and agri-tech ecosystem is critical to Canada’s recovery, long-term growth, and global competitiveness.

The Government of Canada recognizes Indigenous peoples’ inherent right to self-determination and supports the inherent right of First Nations, Inuit and Métis to independently deliver their own services to address the unique needs of their communities.

The Canada Border Services Agency reminds foreign national boaters and anglers that travel restrictions are still in place.

On June 10, 2021, Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement on COVID-19.

More than $1million in federal funding through Western Economic Diversification Canada will support agri-food innovation in rural Manitoba.

The Government of Canada, in partnership with the Government of British Columbia, provides funding to support access to French-language education at @SFU in British Columbia