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The Government of Canada and the Government of Quebec Announce Nearly $2.5 Million for Sainte-Marie’s Municipal Library

The Honourable Pablo Rodriguez, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Quebec Lieutenant, on behalf of the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities, and Luc Provençal, Member of the National Assembly for Beauce-Nord, are pleased to announce financial assistance of $2,473,100 for the construction of a new building to house the Sainte-Marie municipal library.

927 days ago by Global Affairs Canada from cic

Joint Statement by Ministers of the Global Coalition against Daesh

The Ministers of the Global Coalition to Defeat Daesh/ISIS reconvened in Marrakesh, Morocco, at the invitation of Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita and U.S. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken.

927 days ago by Public Safety Canada from cic

Minister Blair to visit Lytton, British Columbia

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Bill Blair, President of the Queen’s Privy Council and Minister of Emergency Preparedness, for a media availability following a meeting with municipal officials and residents of Lytton in British Columbia.

927 days ago by Parks Canada from cic

French and Mi’kmaw names announced for new campground in Cape Breton Highlands National Park

927 days ago by Global Affairs Canada from cic

Statement by Minister Joly on the passing of former Ukrainian President Leonid Kravchuk

Canada is saddened to learn of the death of Leonid Kravchuk, who led Ukraine to independence and served as its first democratically elected president, from 1991 to 1994.

927 days ago by Natural Resources Canada from cic

Government of Canada Launches Call for Proposals for Critical Mineral Development

Today during National Mining Week, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Canada’s Minister of Natural Resources, announced a call for proposals for the Critical Minerals Research, Development and Demonstration Program (CMRDD). This component of the program will provide $10.95 million in funding for pilot plants and projects to support the development of critical mineral value chains. This funding is part of the $47.7M initiative announced in Budget 2021 for federal research and development to advance critical battery mineral processing and refining expertise.

928 days ago by CIC News from cicnews

Express Entry: Canada invites 545 PNP candidates

Canada invited 545 Express Entry candidates to apply for permanent residence on May 11. All invited candidates had previously received a nomination from a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) and had a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) of at least 753. The minimum score was relatively high because Express Entry candidates get an automatic 600 points added to their […]

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928 days ago by Women and Gender Equality Canada from cic

Minister Ien launches Call for Nominations for Governor General’s Awards in Commemoration of the Persons Case

The Government of Canada is firmly committed to achieving gender equality. Recognizing the contributions of individuals who play a key role in that effort is essential, as their work can inspire others to make a difference in our country and around the world.

928 days ago by Canada Revenue Agency from cic

Update on the Government of Canada issuing debt notification to ineligible Canada Emergency Response Benefit recipients

The quick and decisive actions taken by the Government of Canada to provide income support through the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) helped more than 8 million workers and their families stay afloat, and millions more through the Canada Recovery Benefit (CRB) that followed.

928 days ago by Global Affairs Canada from cic

Minister Joly attends the G7 and NATO Foreign Ministers’ Meetings in Germany

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will be travelling to Germany to participate in the G7 and NATO foreign ministers’ meetings, taking place from May 12 to 15.

928 days ago by Global Affairs Canada from cic

Readout: Minister Ng speaks with Chile’s Undersecretary of International Economic Relations

Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, spoke with José Miguel Ahumada, Chile’s Undersecretary of International Economic Relations.

928 days ago by Public Health Agency of Canada from cic

Government of Canada to announce funding to help address health and social inequities in Alberta

On behalf of the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Health, Adam van Koeverden, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Health, will announce funding that will help address complex public health challenges affecting children and youth in Canada, African, Caribbean, and Black communities, as well as Indigenous peoples.

928 days ago by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada from cic

Federal charter flights for Ukrainians who want to come to Canada

Canada continues to stand with the people of Ukraine, including providing them with a temporary safe haven in Canada. We know that some Ukrainians and their family members may need help to travel, and we have been working to provide options for them to come to Canada.

928 days ago by Fisheries and Oceans Canada from cic

Atlantic Seal Science Task Team to hold a briefing on its newly released Report

Corner Brook, Newfoundland and Labrador – Fisheries and Oceans Canada will facilitate an availability with Glenn Blackwood, Co-Chair of the Atlantic Seal Science Task Team, for media interested in the release of the Atlantic Seal Science Task Team Report.

928 days ago by Fisheries and Oceans Canada from cic

Minister Murray to announce next steps for seals

Corner Brook, Newfoundland and Labrador – The Honourable Joyce Murray, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard and the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development, will announce the plan for moving forward upon receipt of the Atlantic Seal Science Task Team Report.

928 days ago by Department of Finance Canada from cic

Update on Trans Mountain Expansion Project

On February 18, 2022, the federal government provided an update on the Trans Mountain Expansion Project. With 50 per cent of the pipeline already built and the project significantly de-risked, the federal government announced that no additional public money will be spent on the project and Trans Mountain Corporation would secure the funding necessary to complete the project with third-party financing.

928 days ago by Fisheries and Oceans Canada from cic

Atlantic Seal Science Task Team report released

It is imperative that Canada balances healthy ecosystems, sustainable fisheries and the vitality of coastal and Indigenous communities. Hearing from fish harvesters about their experience on the water is critical to finding that balance.

928 days ago by Correctional Service Canada from cic

Assault of an inmate at Kent institution

On May 3, 2022, an inmate was assaulted at Kent Institution, a maximum security federal institution. Staff responded quickly to resolve the incident. The injured inmate was evaluated by staff members and transported to an outside hospital to receive treatment. The inmate has since returned to the institution.

928 days ago by Parks Canada from cic

Parks Canada recovers fossils illegally removed from Burgess Shale in Kootenay National Park

Investigation involving Parks Canada park wardens, the RCMP, the Longueuil Police Department, and the Royal Ontario Museum results in the forfeiture of 45 fossils, a $20,000 fine and five months of house arrest.

928 days ago by Health Canada from cic

Government of Canada Strengthens Access to Abortion Services

Today the Minister of Health, the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, and the Honourable Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, announced more than $3.5 million in funding for projects by Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights (Action Canada) and by the National Abortion Federation Canada (NAF Canada), coming out of the Sexual and Reproductive Health Fund. These projects will improve access by removing barriers to vital abortion services and offer accurate reproductive health information to Canadians.

928 days ago by Infrastructure Canada from cic

Canada and Quebec invest more than $76,500 in New Carlisle’s Citizen’s Centre

Today, the Minister of National Revenue and Member of Parliament for Gaspésie—Les Îles-de-la-Madeleine, the Honorable Diane Lebouthillier, on behalf of the Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities, the Honorable Dominic LeBlanc, and the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources and Minister Responsible for the Côte-Nord and Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine Regions, Mr. Jonatan Julien, on behalf of the Minister for Education and Minister Responsible for Status of Women, Ms. Isabelle Charest, announced funding of $76,531 for the addition of a dehumidifier at the New Carlisle Citizen’s Centre.

928 days ago by CIC News from cicnews

How to visit Canada this summer even if you have a criminal record

If you believe you are criminally inadmissible to Canada, don’t lose hope. You may still be able to take your vacation to Canada this summer. Canada lifted border restrictions for fully vaccinated tourists late last summer. This year will be the first full summer of open borders—provided you meet the government’s definition of fully vaccinated […]

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928 days ago by Global Affairs Canada from cic

Canada concerned with violence over protestors in Sri Lanka

“Canada strongly condemns the violent attacks against those protesting peacefully in Sri Lanka, and calls on authorities to investigate and hold those instigating or perpetrating violence to account.

928 days ago by Health Canada from cic

Improving Access to Abortion Services and Information under the Sexual and Reproductive Health Fund

Budget 2021 committed $45 million over three years, starting in 2021-22, to improve access to a full range of sexual and reproductive health (SRH) care support, information, and services―including abortion services—for people in Canada who face the greatest barriers to access. Health Canada’s SRH Fund was created to support a wide range of evidence-informed and innovative projects for underserved people in Canada who are at increased risk for poorer SRH outcomes, such as LGBTQ2 individuals, Indigenous and racialized people, women and youth.

928 days ago by Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency from cic

Wentworth and Parrsboro businesses will benefit from improvements to help the tourism sector recover and attract visitors

The Government of Canada continues to support the tourism sector for a strong recovery and future growth.