On International Repetitive Strain Injury Awareness Day – February 28, 2021 – the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) is encouraging workplaces across Canada to help spread awareness on preventing these debilitating injuries in the workplace.
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Update on the future of Defence land in Sainte-Foy, Québec City
The Department of National Defence (DND) has the largest infrastructure portfolio in the federal government. Effectively managing these assets, and transferring or selling properties we no longer require, are key to providing our Canadian Armed Forces’ members with the modern and green infrastructure they need.
Canada invited every single CEC candidate in Saturday Express Entry draw
Canada’s immigration department confirmed to CIC News that every single person in the Express Entry pool who was eligible for the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) was invited to apply for permanent residence on February 13. That Saturday, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) invited 27,332 CEC candidates to apply, which is nearly six times more […]
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Minister Jordan calling all Canadians to contribute to our Blue Economy Strategy
Canada has the longest coastline in the world leaving us with vast ocean-based resources that can be utilized for economic potential, positioning Canada as a global leader. A Blue Economy Strategy will enable us to protect and revitalize the health of our oceans while taking advantage of emerging economic growth opportunities throughout ocean sectors.
Correctional Service of Canada on its COVID-19 response and the Correctional Investigator’s report
OTTAWA, February 23, 2021 – Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) issued the following statement on its COVID-19 response and the Correctional Investigator’s (OCI) report released today:
How to get a job in Canada as a newcomer
New job opportunities await! If you’re ready to call Canada home, then finding a suitable job for your experience and passions should be your next step. If you are new to the area, gaining employment might look a little different than what you are used to. The pandemic has made searching for a job more […]
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G7 Foreign Ministers' Statement on Myanmar
“We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union firmly condemn violence committed by Myanmar’s security forces against peaceful protests. We offer condolences for the loss of life. The military and the police must exercise utmost restraint and respect human rights and international law. Use of live ammunition against unarmed people is unacceptable. Anyone responding to peaceful protests with violence must be held to account.”
COVID-19 Update (February 23, 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 23, 2021 news conference.
Junior Astronauts: Winnipeg and Beausejour winners in Manitoba
On February 24, 2021, Canadian Space Agency astronaut Joshua Kutryk will speak to students from Christ the King School and Edward Schreyer School. These schools won this visit from an astronaut through the Junior Astronauts campaign. Joshua Kutryk will share his story, talk about his career as an astronaut, and answer their questions.
Government of Canada now closer than ever to Industry 4.0 in Chaudière-Appalaches region
Minister Mélanie Joly announces $520,000 in support from Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions to a regional innovation centre in mechatronics and industrial mechanics.
Geoffroi Montpetit becomes administrator of International Organisation of La Francophonie
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Nadine Girault, Quebec’s Minister of International Relations and La Francophonie and Minister of Immigration, Francization and Integration, today congratulated Geoffroi Montpetit on becoming administrator of the International Organisation of La Francophonie (IOF) to support Louise Mushikiwabo, Secretary General of the IOF. The date of Mr. Montpetit’s entry into office will be decided shortly.
Canada deeply concerned by allegations of genocide in Xinjiang
We remain deeply disturbed by horrific reports of human rights violations in Xinjiang, including the use of arbitrary detention, political re-education, forced labour, torture and forced sterilization. The free vote in Parliament ensures each member can make a determination based on available evidence. Taken together, these views will form Parliament’s view. We welcome parliamentarians working together and debating this critical issue.
Joint Statement by Canada’s Minister of Natural Resources and the Saskatchewan Minister of Energy and Resources Following the Energy and Mines Ministers’ Conference
Canada’s Minister of Natural Resources, the Honourable Seamus O’Regan Jr., and Saskatchewan’s Minister of Energy and Resources, the Honourable Bronwyn Eyre, today released the following joint statement on the 2021 Energy and Mines Ministers’ Conference:
Quebec excavation company sentenced for violating Species at Risk Act by destroying nests of threatened bank swallows
On February 18, 2021, in Granby courthouse, Pete Persons Terre Sable & Gravier Inc. was sentenced and fined a total of $15,000 after pleading guilty to two offences under the Species at Risk Act. The fine will be directed to the Government of Canada’s Environmental Damages Fund.
Lane closure on LaSalle Causeway
Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise motorists of a lane closure on the LaSalle Causeway for emergency repair work.
Raising a fork to agriculture: Join Minister Bibeau in celebrating farmers and food businesses on Canada’s Agriculture Day
Tomorrow marks the fifth annual Canada’s Agriculture Day and the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, will join farmers, ranchers, food processors, sector leaders and youth to raise a fork to the food we love and the people who produce it.
Veterans Affairs Canada introduces expanded focus for commemoration
Upcoming consultation with Canadians to help shape the future of remembrance
Parliamentary Secretary Beech to hold virtual roundtable discussions on the transition of open-net pen aquaculture in British Columbia
The Government of Canada is committed to a responsible plan to transition from open-net pen aquaculture in British Columbia by 2025. Close collaboration with Indigenous communities, industry and other key stakeholders will ensure the transition is workable, economically feasible and takes into account social impacts.
Statement from the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada on February 22, 2021
On February 22, 2021, Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement on COVID-19.
Health Minister Patty Hajdu tables Canada Health Act Annual Report in Parliament
Today, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Health, tabled the 2019-2020 Canada Health Act Annual Report in Parliament. The report provides Canadians with an update on federal administration of the Act and a clear picture of how public health care insurance plans across the country operate.
Government of Canada approves changes to improve rail safety
Our railways are an important part of our national transportation network.
Canada and Prince Edward Island invest in pandemic-response warehouse
Today, the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities; the Honourable James Aylward, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure; and Sean Casey, Member of Parliament for Charlottetown, announced funding for a permanent provincial material warehouse.
Invitation to media – Minister Joly in virtual chat with Monique Leroux, Véronique Proulx and Charles Milliard on regional development and anchor sectors
Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions invites media representatives to a chat during which the discussion will focus on issues, challenges and opportunities around regional economic development in a post-pandemic context. On this occasion, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages and Minister responsible for CED, will converse with Monique Leroux, Chair of the Industry Strategy Council of Canada; Véronique Proulx, President and CEO of Manufacturiers et Exportateurs du Québec; and Charles Milliard, President and CEO of the Fédération des chambres de commerce du Québec, on their vision and actions to be taken in the context of Quebec’s economic recovery.
More than 300 households in Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier now have access to high-speed Internet
Thanks to a combined investment of close to $365,000 from the Government of Canada, the Government of Quebec and Bell, 326 households in the municipality of Saint-Gabriel-de-Valcartier now have better access to high-speed Internet. Completion of the construction of fibre-optic backbone networks means that the community of Valcartier can now benefit from quality Internet service at a reasonable price. This infrastructure project was carried out as part of a large intergovernmental initiative to provide connectivity to up to 24,000 households in 58 regions of Quebec.
The Canada Revenue Agency is here to help Canadians through a tax season like no other
Over the past year, Canadians have faced challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic and many have had to adapt to changes at work and at home.