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Ministers to respond to the Auditor General’s latest COVID-19 reports
Ministers will be available to respond to the Auditor General’s latest COVID-19 reports.
Statement from the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada on May 26, 2021
On May 26, 2021, Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement on COVID-19.
Government of Canada Announces Funding for COVID-19 Safe Voluntary Isolation Sites in Nova Scotia
Today, Andy Fillmore, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Health, announced $4.2 million to operate safe voluntary isolation sites in Nova Scotia. These sites help those who have COVID-19, or have been exposed to it, access safe isolation accommodations to keep themselves and their community safe.
COVID-19 information and resources: reducing your risk for infection and spreading the virus
On July 30 2020, Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement on COVID-19.
Minister Monsef to announce support for organizations preventing human trafficking in the Greater Toronto Area
The Honourable Maryam Monsef, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Rural Economic Development will make a funding announcement for organizations that prevent and address human trafficking in the Greater Toronto Area. The Minister will also participate in a media availability, before hosting a roundtable with stakeholders.
Seizures of Contraband and Unauthorized Items at the Regional Reception Centre
Between May 22 and May 24, 2021, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at the Regional Reception Centre, a federal multi-level security institution.
New pilot project will help Memorial University students gain entrepreneurial experience
Entrepreneurs play a key role in economic growth and job creation and their success is essential to Atlantic Canada’s economic recovery. That is why the federal government is working closely with post-secondary institutions like Memorial University to advance entrepreneurship and help grow the innovation economy.
FedNor announcement to support early-stage start-ups in Greater Sudbury
Paul Lefebvre, Member of Parliament for Sudbury, and Marc G. Serré, Member of Parliament for Nickel Belt, will make a virtual FedNor announcement on Thursday May 27, 2021, in support of early-stage technology firms in Greater Sudbury. The announcement will be made on behalf of the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages and Minister responsible for FedNor.
Government of Canada works with communities and organizations to support food security for Indigenous Peoples during COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has heightened food security concerns for Indigenous Peoples and communities. Indigenous Services Canada has been working with Indigenous partners and will continue to provide support and services to address the socioeconomic inequalities exacerbated by the pandemic.
Indigenous Community Support Fund – $30 million targeting food security initiatives
List of recipients who received a total of approximately $30 million through the Indigenous Community Support Fund for food security initiatives
Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada announces judicial appointments in the province of Québec
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 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.
Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada announces a judicial appointment in the province of Newfoundland and Labrador
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 Alberta
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.
New online tool to calculate volume and test weight for Canadian grains
The Canadian Grain Commission has released a new online tool to help producers quickly and accurately determine the volume and test weight of their grain.
Government of Canada invests in innovative Canadian solutions to help in the fight against COVID-19
Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, announced the selection of eight companies that will receive a total of $8 million in funding, under the Innovative Solutions Canada program, for innovative projects to address challenges related to COVID-19.
Opening the door to growth
Investing in Atlantic Canadian small- and medium-sized businesses will protect jobs, help companies grow and keep the economy going. That is why the Government of Canada is supporting MGM Automated Doors, a commercial entryway manufacturer, facing growing demand for its products.
Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Collins Bay Institution
On May 19, 2021 at approximately 11:00 pm, due to the vigilance of staff members, multiple packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized on the perimeter of Collins Bay Institution, a multi-level security facility.
Canada and Prince Edward Island invest in provincial infrastructure to respond to the impacts of COVID-19
Today, Honourable Wayne Easter, Member of Parliament for Malpeque, on behalf of the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities; the Honourable Bloyce Thompson, Minister of Justice and Public Safety; and the Honourable Natalie Jameson, Minister Responsible for the Status of Women, announced funding for upgrades to the Women’s unit of the Provincial Correctional Centre in Miltonvale.
Statement by Minister Chagger on Vesak
Today, Buddhists across Canada and around the world are celebrating Vesak
Government of Canada invests over $6 million to bring high-speed Internet to 2,374 more homes in central and eastern Ontario
Today, the Honourable Maryam Monsef, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Rural Economic Development, announced over $6 million in federal funding for Bell, Cogeco Connexion and Lakeland Networks. These investments will bring high-speed Internet to rural residents in 15 communities in the regions of Clarington, Lake of Bays Township, Leeds and Grenville, Merrickville-Wolford, Northumberland County, Spencerville, Newtonville, Newcastle, West Guilford, Baysville, the Municipality of Dysart et al, and Wasauksing First Nation. These projects will connect 2,374 underserved households in eastern and central Ontario to high-speed Internet.
Media Registration opens for International Donors’ Conference in Solidarity with Venezuelan Refugees and Migrants
May 26, 2021 - Canada will host the next International Donors’ Conference in Solidarity with Venezuelan Refugees and Migrants on June 17, 2021, in collaboration with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees and the International Organization for Migration, co-leads of the Regional Inter-Agency Coordination Platform for Refugees and Migrants from Venezuela.
FedDev Ontario to announce support for tourism sector in Greater Peterborough area
The Honourable Maryam Monsef, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Rural Economic Development and Member of Parliament for Peterborough—Kawartha, 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 Peterborough.
Government of Canada to announce support for Bluenose Centennial Celebrations
Government of Canada to announce support for Bluenose Centennial Celebrations