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Innovative manufacturers: Key player in planning economic recovery
Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions grants $694,000 to Avior Integrated Products to help it modernize and automate its manufacturing processes.
How to manage your finances as a newcomer
If you’ve recently moved to Canada or plan to move here, you’ll need to get your Canadian finances in order. This will help you get settled into your new life and do things like pay rent, get a debit card and a credit card, transfer money, deposit cheques, buy groceries, and other necessities. Depending on […]
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Canada and Prince Edward Island invest in transportation infrastructure for Islanders
The health and safety of all Canadians are the top priorities for both the governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island. Investments in Prince Edward Island’s infrastructure during this unprecedented time provide an opportunity to create jobs, economic growth, and make our communities more sustainable and resilient – now, and in to the future.
Backgrounder: Canada and Prince Edward Island invest in better local roads for Islanders
Joint federal and provincial funding through the Investing in Canada infrastructure plan will support five road improvement projects in Prince Edward Island.
Ongoing Support for Research and Media Literacy Projects as Canada Continues to Fight Online Disinformation
The Government of Canada supports more than 50 projects to help counter online disinformation
Backgrounder - Ongoing Support for Research and Media Literacy Projects as Canada Continues to Fight Online Disinformation
The Government of Canada supports more than 50 projects to help counter online disinformation
New Brunswick temporarily accepting PNP applications from labourers
Eligible labourers in New Brunswick who want to become Canadian permanent residents can now apply for a provincial nomination. The New Brunswick Skilled Worker Stream is now open to Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) holders who are working in jobs that are classified as NOC skill-level D. These jobs usually call for on-the-job training, and include […]
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Government of Canada officials to hold a technical briefing on COVID-19 vaccines in Canada
On February 9, 2021, Government of Canada officials will hold a technical briefing to provide an update to the regulatory status of COVID-19 vaccines.
Media Advisory - St-Jérôme, Québec
Members of the media are invited to attend an important virtual funding announcement regarding an infrastructure project in the Regional Municipal County of La Rivière-du-Nord.
COVID-19 Update (February 9, 2021) – Ministers and Government of Canada officials to hold a news conference on coronavirus disease
Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) update to be given by Ministers and Government of Canada officials at February 9, 2021 news conference.
Government of Canada addresses CERB repayments for self-employed individuals and announces interest relief on 2020 income tax debt due to COVID-19 related income support
Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Government of Canada has provided urgently-needed income support to millions of Canadians, which has helped them put food on the table and keep a roof over their heads during this crisis. The federal government is committed to continuing to support Canadians throughout this crisis.
Invitation to media – Minister Mélanie Joly to announce investments to support innovative Centre-du-Québec manufacturers
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages, invites media representatives to a press conference on support for the Centre national intégré du manufacturier intelligent propelled by the Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières and the Cégep de Drummondville.
January unemployment in Canada reached highest level since August, 2020
Tighter coronavirus restrictions across Canada drove employment down in January, according to the new Labour Force Survey. Statistics Canada examined the Canadian labour force during the week of January 10 to 16. Coronavirus numbers had just started coming down from an all-time high. Ontario had closed non-essential retail businesses. Quebec had also closed non-essential retail, […]
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End of lockdown and search at Mission Institution – Medium security
The lockdown put in place at the medium security unit at Mission Institution on January 28, 2021, has ended and an exceptional search has been completed. The institution has resumed its normal operations.
Minister Blair to make a funding announcement
Minister Blair to make a funding announcement
Parliamentary Secretary Gudie Hutchings Virtual Visit - Ontario
As part of a one-day virtual tour of Ontario, Gudie Hutchings, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Rural Economic Development, the Honourable Maryam Monsef, and Member of Parliament for Long Range Mountains, will meet with local organizations.
Minister of Labour meets with stakeholders to discuss workplace harassment and violence prevention project supported by the Government of Canada
All Canadians should be able to achieve their full potential in the workplace. While great strides have been made to foster safer, more equitable and effective workplaces where everyone feels welcome and valued, there is still more work to do. Ongoing collaboration is essential in making Canadian workplaces safer, healthier and more inclusive for the good of workers, unions, employers and the economy.
Media Advisory - Emo, Ontario
Members of the media are invited to attend an important virtual infrastructure event with Marcus Powlowski, Member of Parliament for Thunder Bay—Rainy River, on behalf of the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Federal Minister of Infrastructure and Communities; the Honourable Greg Rickford, Ontario Minister of Energy, Northern Development and Mines, Ontario Minister of Indigenous Affairs, and MPP for Kenora—Rainy River, on behalf of the Honourable Laurie Scott, Ontario’s Minister of Infrastructure, and His Worship, Harold McQuaker, Mayor of the Township of Emo.
Minister Lametti to Make a Funding Announcement
The Honourable David Lametti, P.C., Q.C., Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada and the Honourable Dr. Hedy Fry, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Centre, accompanied by representatives for the Vancouver Aboriginal Community Policing Centre Society (VACPCS) and the Women Against Violence Against Women (WAVAW) Rape Crisis Centre, will make a funding announcement.
Media Advisory - Brampton, Ontario
Members of the media are invited to an important infrastructure funding announcement with Ruby Sahota, Member of Parliament for Brampton North, on behalf of the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities; Khamal Khera, Member of Parliament for Brampton West; the Honourable Prabmeet Sarkaria, Associate Minister of Small Business and Red Tape Reduction and Member of Provincial Parliament for Brampton South, on behalf of the Honourable Laurie Scott, Ontario’s Minister of Infrastructure; Amarjot Sandhu, Member of Provincial Parliament for Brampton West; and His Worship Patrick Brown, Mayor of the City of Brampton.
Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada announces a judicial appointment in the province of Alberta
The Honourable David Lametti, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, today announced the following appointment 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 a judicial appointment in the province of New Brunswick
The Honourable David Lametti, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, today announced the following appointment 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 a judicial appointment in the province of Ontario
The Honourable David Lametti, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, today announced the following appointment 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.
Media Advisory - Ottawa, Ontario
Members of the media are invited to attend an important virtual infrastructure event with the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities; Ryan Turnbull, Member of Parliament for Whitby; Lorne Coe, Member of Provincial Parliament for Whitby, and Chief Government Whip, on behalf of the Honourable Laurie Scott, Ontario’s Minister of Infrastructure; and His Worship Don Mitchell, Mayor of the Town of Whitby.