Eligible producers who were not paid for grain delivered to Canpulse Foods Ltd. and Global Grain Canada Ltd. will be fully compensated through the Canadian Grain Commission’s Safeguards for Grain Farmers Program.
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Minister Bibeau to make announcement in support of dairy processing plant in Sorel-Tracy
The Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, will make a virtual announcement in support of Fromageries Bel Canada.
Death of an inmate from Stony Mountain Institution
On March 2, 2021, Dwayne Simard, an inmate from Stony Mountain Institution died while in our custody.
Rollout of Funding Announced in the 2020 Fall Economic Statement Supporting Arts and Live Events Workers in Response to COVID-19
Arts and music sectors: Details of the $181.5 million to help provide work opportunities and stabilize the overall environment
Backgrounder: Rollout of funding announced in the 2020 Fall Economic Statement Supporting Arts and Live Events Workers in Response to COVID-19.
Backgrounder: Arts and music sectors: Details of the $181.5 million to help provide work opportunities and stabilize the overall environment
FedDev Ontario to announce support for automotive-related manufacturers
The Honourable Deb Schulte, Member of Parliament for King–Vaughan, 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 Concord.
Economic recovery will be green in Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean region
Government of Canada grants $1.2M to RSI Environmental to assist it in going green and helps create five jobs.
Government of Canada announcement to boost manufacturing, create jobs and accelerate regional recovery efforts in the Temiskaming Shores region
Terry Sheehan, Parliamentary Secretary to the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages and Minister responsible for FedNor, will make a virtual FedNor announcement on Wednesday, March 3, 2021. The announcement will support high-quality jobs, increase exports and help strengthen and grow New Liskeard’s manufacturing sector.
Netflix to open an office in Canada
U.S. streaming giant Netflix has announced that it will open a new head office in Canada. Ted Sarandos, Netflix’s co-CEO, announced that they will open a head office in Canada because the country has become such “an important part of our business” and it wants to” build on that momentum.” Netflix has become one of […]
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Economic recovery will be green in Bas‑Saint-Laurent region
Government of Canada grants $1,053,460 to assist two regional organizations to go green and helps create four jobs.
FedDev Ontario investment sparks growth for SigmaPoint Technologies
As Ontario’s economy evolves and recovers from the impact of COVID-19, many manufacturers in the region are embracing technology to seize new opportunities, become more productive and stay competitive. Manufacturers are working hard to maintain skilled workforces that support good, local jobs and produce top-quality goods, while finding opportunities to grow at home and expand abroad.
COVID-19 Update (March 2, 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 March 2, 2021 news conference.
Business council calls on Canada to budget for skilled immigrants
On March 1, business leaders sent a list of pre-budget recommendations to the Canadian government, calling for a focus on long-term growth and job creation. The Business Council of Canada’s open letter to Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland outlined seven key recommendations to promote economic recovery. Among these recommendations, the author, Goldy Hyder, touted the […]
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Minister Jonathan Wilkinson to open the Powering Past Coal Alliance Global Summit with the United Kingdom
Media representatives are advised that Canada and the United Kingdom are co-hosting the Powering Past Coal Alliance’s virtual Global Summit from March 2 to 4, 2021. The Summit will convene governments, businesses and civil society to deliver new coal phase-out commitments, share insights and experience, and identify opportunities to increase global action at COP26 in December.
Minister Lametti to make a funding announcement
The Honourable David Lametti, P.C., Q.C., Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Justice, Arif Varani, accompanied by representatives for Ryerson University and Maliganik Tukisiniarvik, will make a funding announcement. Following the address to recipients, Minister Lametti and the recipients will be available to media.
The Government of Canada announces the Environmental Assessment Decision for the Contrecoeur Port Terminal Expansion Project
Today, the Minister of Environment and Climate Change, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, announced that the proposed Contrecoeur Port Terminal Expansion Project can proceed.
Conclusion of Black History Month 2021
During Black History Month 2021, the Honourable Bardish Chagger, Minister of Diversity and Inclusion and Youth, engaged virtually with hundreds of members of Black communities from coast to coast to coast
Death of an inmate from Mission Institution
On February 27, 2021, Dale Jones, an inmate from Mission Institution died while in our custody.
Government of Canada announces coming into force of Divorce Act amendments
Ensuring that the family justice system can effectively respond to the needs of families during divorce or separation is critical. That is why the Government of Canada took action by changing Canada’s federal family laws to promote the best interests of the child, address family violence, help reduce child poverty, and make the family justice system more accessible and efficient.
Building a more secure future: Minister of Transport provides update on the Safer Skies Initiative at ICAO Council meeting
On January 8, 2020, Ukraine International Airlines Flight 752 was shot down near Tehran by Iranian surface-to-air missiles, killing 176 people, including 138 with ties to Canada. The Government of Canada continues to work with its international partners to improve global aviation safety and prevent tragedies like Ukraine International Airlines Flight 752 from ever happening again.
Speaking notes for The Honourable Omar Alghabra Minister of Transport remarks for intervention in the ICAO Council: Fifth meeting of the 222nd session of the Council ICAO headquarters, Montreal, Canada (Via Zoom)
Thank you to ICAO’s distinguished Council for this opportunity to participate virtually in your 222nd Council Session.
Educating youth on agriculture: kicking off Canadian Agriculture Literacy Month with $1.6 million in support of Agriculture in the Classroom
The Government of Canada is committed to increasing awareness and promoting interest in agriculture across the country. Agriculture in the Classroom Canada (AITC-C) starts these conversations early, teaching Canadian youth the importance of farming and the agri-food sector while promoting interest for future careers in agriculture and food.
Statement from the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada on March 1, 2021
On March 1st, 2021, Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement on COVID-19.
Minister Murray to Make a Forestry Related Announcement
The Honourable Joyce Murray, Minister of Digital Government, on behalf of the Honourable Seamus O’Regan Jr., Canada’s Minister of Natural Resources, will make a forestry related announcement in downtown Vancouver.
The Town of Petawawa is converting food waste into clean energy with support from the Government of Canada
Today, the Parliamentary Secretary for the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, Neil R. Ellis, on behalf of the Minister of Environment and Climate Change, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, announced an investment of approximately $2.7 million from the Low Carbon Economy Fund to support a project that converts food waste into renewable energy in Petawawa, Ontario.