Canada is poised to be a global leader in the safe and responsible development of small modular reactor (SMR) technology. SMRs, as a non-emitting source of energy, have the potential to support the global fight against climate change and provide economic benefits as Canada transitions to a clean growth economy.
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Invitation to media – Member of Parliament Robillard to announce investments to support two Lanaudière manufacturing businesses
Yves Robillard, Member of Parliament for Marc-Aurèle-Fortin, accompanied by Élisabeth Brière, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages (Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec), the Honourable Mélanie Joly, will announce Government of Canada financial support to boost the growth of Services mécanique fabrication and Entreprises Daniel Goyette.
A Week Focused on Indigenous-Led Efforts to Reclaim, Revitalize, Maintain and Strengthen Indigenous Languages: Highlights of New Projects Funded in Northern Canada
This week, Minister Guilbeault travels virtually across the country to meet with Indigenous communities and language organizations, spending each day in a different region
Minister Ng speaks with Indonesia’s Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources
Yesterday, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, spoke with Arifin Tasrif, Indonesia’s Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources following this month’s Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada 2021 Virtual Convention.
New medical assistance in dying legislation becomes law
Medical assistance in dying (MAID) is a complex and deeply personal issue. The Government of Canada is committed to ensuring our laws reflect Canadians’ evolving needs, support their autonomy and freedom of choice, and protect those who are vulnerable.
Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry holds first bilateral meeting with U.S. Secretary of Commerce
Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, met virtually with Gina Raimondo, United States Secretary of Commerce, to advance work on the Roadmap for a Renewed U.S.–Canada Partnership launched by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and President Joe Biden following their virtual meeting on February 23, 2021.
Government of Canada officials to hold a technical briefing on COVID-19 vaccines in Canada
On March 18, 2021, Government of Canada officials will hold a technical briefing to provide an overview on the roll-out of COVID-19 vaccines.
PS Hutchings Virtual Visit – Atlantic Provinces
As part of her two-day virtual tour in the Maritimes region, Gudie Hutchings, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Rural Economic Development, on behalf of the Honourable Maryam Monsef, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Rural Economic Development, will meet with stakeholders in various local industries and organizations and make important funding announcements.
A Week Focused on Indigenous-Led Efforts to Reclaim, Revitalize, Maintain and Strengthen Indigenous Languages: Highlights of New Projects Funded in Western Canada
This week, Minister Guilbeault travels virtually across the country to meet with Indigenous communities and language organizations, spending each day in a different region
Minister of Foreign Affairs speaks with Italian counterpart
The two ministers discussed the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic, including the need to ensure access to vaccines and an inclusive and green post-pandemic recovery.
Michael Kovrig’s and Michael Spavor’s cases remain top priority for Government of Canada
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement: “The arbitrary detention of Mr. Kovrig and Mr. Spavor is a top priority for the Government of Canada and we continue to work tirelessly to secure their immediate release.
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 Marc Miller, Minister of Indigenous Services, will make a funding announcement. Following the address to recipients, Minister Lametti, Minister Miller and the recipients will be available to media.
Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Collins Bay Institution
Between March 9 and 15, 2021, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, several packages of contraband and unauthorized items were seized on the perimeter of Collins Bay Institution, a multi-level security facility.
Joint statement from the International Coordination and Response Group for the victims of Flight PS752
The International Coordination and Response Group for the victims of Flight PS752 today issued the following joint statement: “We, Ministers representing Afghanistan, Canada, Sweden, Ukraine, and the United Kingdom, have taken note of the release of the Islamic Republic of Iran’s final safety investigation report into the downing of Ukraine International Airlines Flight 752 (PS752).
Canada confirms receipt of Iran’s Accident Investigation Final Report on downing of Ukraine International Airlines Flight 752
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Omar Alghabra, Minister of Transport, today issued the following statement: “The Aircraft Accident Investigation Board of the Islamic Republic of Iran has published its final accident investigation report into Ukraine International Airlines Flight 752, which was shot down on January 8, 2020.
Canada and Ontario invest to improve interprovincial rail bridge
Canadians everywhere are feeling the impact of COVID-19, on their families, their livelihoods and their way of life. Together, the governments of Canada and Ontario are working to reduce the impact of the pandemic, ensure health and safety, rebuild businesses, and promote job creation, growth and investment
Express Entry: Canada invites 183 PNP candidates
Canada invited 183 Express Entry candidates to apply for permanent residence on March 17. Immigration, Refugee and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) invited candidates who had a minimum score of 682. This Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score requirement may seem high, but that is because everyone invited had previously received a nomination from a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). […]
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Icebreaking at Midland, Ontario
The Canadian Coast Guard advises residents of Midland, Ontario that the CCGS Samuel Risley will be carrying out icebreaking operations in the area on or around March 19, 2021.
Rose Lithium-Tantalum Mining Project — Public comments invited on the Draft Environmental Assessment Report and Potential Conditions
The Joint Assessment Committee (Joint Committee), comprising of representatives from the Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (the Agency) and the Cree Nation Government, invite the public and Indigenous peoples to comment on the draft Environmental Assessment Report for the proposed Rose Lithium-Tantalum Mining Project, located north of the Cree Nation of Nemaska, Quebec, in the Eeyou Istchee territory.
Minister Joly Announces $1.25 million for Improvements to Maison de la Francophonie d’Ottawa Facilities
The Government of Canada is investing to help strengthen an important institution for the Francophone community in Ottawa
Media Advisory - Zhiibaahaasing First Nation, Ontario
Members of the media are invited to attend an important virtual infrastructure event with the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Canada’s Minister of Infrastructure and Communities; the Honourable Marc Miller, Canada’s Minister of Indigenous Services; the Honourable Laurie Scott, Ontario’s Minister of Infrastructure; the Honourable Greg Rickford, Ontario’s Minister of Energy, Northern Development and Mines, Ontario Minister of Indigenous Services and Member of Provincial Parliament for Kenora—Rainy River; and Chief Irene Kells, Zhiibaahaasing First Nation.
Government of Canada welcomes interim report from the COVID Alert Advisory Council
Today, the Minister of Health, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, the Minister of Digital Government, the Honourable Joyce Murray, and the Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, the Honourable Francois-Philippe Champagne, welcomed the Council’s Interim report on the Social and Economic Determinants of App Adoption, Retention and Use.
Canada Lowering Emissions by Enhancing Thamesville’s Energy Grid
Irek Kusmierczyk, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion, on behalf of Canada’s Minister of Natural Resources, the Honourable Seamus O’Regan Jr., today announced an investment of $75,343 that enabled a local energy system in Thamesville to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by decreasing energy demand and consumption.
Fisheries in British Columbia get support from the Canadian Seafood Stabilization Fund
WD funding is helping keep workers safe and food fresh in fish and seafood processing companies throughout British Columbia.
Government of Canada to announce new program to help farmers tackle climate change
The Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, together with the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, will announce a new program that will support farmers identify and adopt on-farm management practices to address climate change.