Today, the Governments of Canada and New Brunswick announced 39 applied research projects under the Healthy Seniors Pilot Project. The projects aim to better support seniors in their homes, communities and care facilities while promoting healthy aging.

The Government of Canada will announce updates to the border measures being implemented because of COVID-19.

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) update to be given by Ministers and Government of Canada officials at February 11, 2021 news conference.

New draws through Saskatchewan’s Express Entry and Occupation In-Demand immigration sub-categories resulted in 541 invitations to apply for a provincial nomination for permanent residence. The Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) issued the new invitations on February 11, 2021. A total of 344 candidates were invited through the Express Entry sub-category, and the remaining 197 invitations […]

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Canadians can share their views on whether the government should adopt measures to accompany the extension of Canada’s copyright term

Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions grants $1.5 million to help two manufacturing businesses to acquire production equipment.

New Canadian government data shows the country welcomed 184,370 new permanent residents in 2020 as newcomer flows fell due to the coronavirus pandemic. This is the lowest level of immigration to Canada since 1998 when it welcomed just over 174,000 immigrants that year. In March 2020, Canada’s Immigration Minister Marco Mendicino announced Canada would seek […]

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The Government of Canada is continuing the important work in full partnership with Indigenous Peoples to reform child and family services so that every Indigenous child has the opportunity to grow up in their communities, immersed in their cultures, and surrounded by loved ones.

Members of the media are invited to attend an important virtual announcement with the Honourable Jim Carr, Special Representative for the Prairies, on behalf of the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, and the Honourable Prasad Panda, Minister of Infrastructure for Alberta.

Air travel is essential to Canada's economic growth and prosperity. Travellers and businesses alike benefit from a safe, efficient and resilient air industry.

Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions grants $800,000 to help three manufacturing businesses to improve their productivity.

The Competition Bureau announced today that the 2021 pre-merger notification threshold relating to transaction size will decrease to $93 million from the 2020 threshold of $96 million.

The COVID-19 pandemic has magnified systemic and longstanding inequalities, with women and girls disproportionately affected by the crisis. The Government of Canada is taking strong action to prevent the pandemic from rolling back progress or reversing the hard-won gains of women in Canada.

The government has a plan to make smart, targeted investments to jumpstart the country’s economic recovery so Canada can come roaring back after the pandemic.

Everyone deserves an equal opportunity to fully participate in Canadian society. For persons with disabilities, the COVID-19 pandemic has demonstrated that many Canadians continue to face barriers to inclusion. That is why the Government of Canada continues to take action to break down barriers to help ensure that persons with disabilities can fully participate in their communities and workplaces.

On February 11, 2021, Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement on COVID-19.

Members of the media are invited to attend an important virtual infrastructure event with the Honourable Mary Ng, Federal Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, on behalf of the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Federal Minister of Infrastructure and Communities; Majid Jowhari, Member of Parliament for Richmond Hill; Logan Kanapathi, Member of Provincial Parliament for Markham—Thornhill, on behalf of the Honourable Laurie Scott, Ontario’s Minister of Infrastructure; and Mr. Ahmad Tabrizi, Founder and President of the Parya Trillium Foundation.

Today, the Honourable Mona Fortier, Minister of Middle Class Prosperity and Associate Minister of Finance, met virtually with citizens and businesses to hear their ideas about how Budget 2021 can support families, workers and businesses and help the city become stronger, and more inclusive after the pandemic.

Minister Chagger and Minister Monsef announce funding for 76 LGBTQ2 community-led projects across Canada

The Government of Canada is committed to better supporting LGBTQ2 individuals in Canada and building a society where everyone has equal opportunities to succeed and be their true authentic selves...

Ms. Lesley Antoun was appointed to the Board of Directors of The Jacques Cartier and Champlain Bridges Incorporated (JCCBI), effective December 18, 2020. Her extensive experience as an entrepreneur, a manager and a partnership facilitator will be a significant asset to the organization in carrying out its mandate.

The Jacques Cartier and Champlain Bridges Incorporated (JCCBI) manages important projects such as the deconstruction of the former Champlain Bridge while ensuring the ongoing viability of its infrastructure portfolio and safe users mobility. Building on its 40 years of leadership and a solid research and development program, JCCBI is developing and implementing innovative techniques to improve the sustainability of Montréal’s bridge infrastructure while preserving the local environment and ecosystems. The JCCBI Board of Directors will play a key role in defining the organization’s strategic direction and overseeing its overall management.

Ms. Catherine Lavoie was appointed Chair of the Board of Directors of The Jacques Cartier and Champlain Bridges Incorporated (JCCBI), effective December 18, 2020. Her familiarity with the organization, her expertise and her leadership, which are widely recognized by stakeholders, will be key to ensure the continued success of JCCBI.

Terry Sheehan, Parliamentary Secretary to the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages and Minister responsible for FedNor, today announced Government of Canada investments totalling more than $616,000 to support jobs, growth and a strong economy in the Timiskaming district.

Terry Sheehan, Member of Parliament for Sault Ste. Marie and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages and Minister responsible for FedNor, today announced a FedNor investment of more than $616,000 in support of five initiatives designed to create and maintain jobs, support recovery efforts and enhance business development and growth throughout the region.