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Market for new medicines in Canada has not slowed over last two years, despite focus on COVID-19 treatments

An average of nine new medicines per quarter have been approved in Canada through the pandemic, with many more products moving through clinical trials.

941 days ago by CIC News from cicnews

The benefits of immigrating to Canada

On Friday, Canada announced it is resuming Express Entry draws to all candidates in early July. This will allow more immigrants overseas to pursue their goal of moving to Canada. This is major news since Express Entry is the main way the federal government welcomes skilled immigrants. Canada has been ranked the top nation for […]

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941 days ago by National Defence from cic

Defence Minister Anita Anand and Canadian officials visit Washington D.C.

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of National Defence, accompanied by Chief of Defence Staff General Wayne Eyre, Deputy Minister of National Defence Bill Matthews, and Communications Security Establishment Chief Shelly Bruce, are in Washington D.C. until Friday, April 29, 2022, for meetings with U.S. Secretary of Defence Lloyd J. Austin III and Canadian and U.S. officials.

941 days ago by Parks Canada from cic

Parks Canada returns to the Franklin Expedition sites after a two-year postponement

Research plans include mapping and assessing the current site conditions of the HMS Erebus and HMS Terror wrecks.

941 days ago by Global Affairs Canada from cic

Minister Ng announces launch of new Responsible Business Conduct Strategy

To build a more resilient and competitive economy, the Government of Canada is committed to working alongside Canadian businesses to increase sustainability, uphold human rights, and improve responsible business practices at home and abroad.

941 days ago by Infrastructure Canada from cic

Media Advisory - Labelle, Quebec

Members of the media are invited to attend an infrastructure announcement.

941 days ago by Infrastructure Canada from cic

New funding partnership adding wind-energy to the grid in the Yukon

The shift to clean, sustainable energy production is important to building healthy communities. Northern communities are especially susceptible to the impacts of climate change and investing in renewable energy infrastructure projects is one of the key ways we can join economic development and climate action.

941 days ago by Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario from cic

Government of Canada to announce support for community revitalization and tourism in Guelph and Wellington County

941 days ago by Prairies Economic Development Canada from cic

Minister Vandal to announce federal funding to revitalize community infrastructure and enhance public spaces across Edmonton

941 days ago by Correctional Service Canada from cic

Information about COVID-19 at Grand Valley Institution for Women

The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) advises that three inmates at Grand Valley Institution for Women, in Ontario, have tested positive for COVID-19. The health and safety of our employees, inmates, and the public continue to be our top priority. We are closely monitoring the situation, and measures are in place to minimize the spread of the virus within the institution.

941 days ago by Transport Canada from cic

Series of penalties issued as part of Transport Canada's investigation into the Montréal–Cancun flight of December 30, 2021

The safety and security of travellers and transportation workers is paramount to Transport Canada.

941 days ago by Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario from cic

Government of Canada to announce support for green innovators across southwestern Ontario

941 days ago by Employment and Social Development Canada from cic

Minister Gould will participate in Métis Nation-Saskatchewan’s Early Learning and Child Care Conference

The Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, Karina Gould, will participate in Guiding Our Children—Elders Sharing Their Voice, an Early Learning and Child Care Conference organized by the Métis Nation-Saskatchewan where she will highlight Canada’s investments in Indigenous early learning and child care projects benefitting Métis Nation families in Saskatoon.

941 days ago by Health Canada from cic

Health Canada authorizes Canadian Blood Services’ submission to eliminate donor deferral period for men who have sex with men

Health Canada authorized a submission from Canadian Blood Services to eliminate the current three-month blanket donor deferral period for all sexually active men who have sex with men, and instead screen all donors, regardless of gender or sexuality, for high-risk sexual behaviours. Under the new screening approach, Canadian Blood Services will introduce a sexual behaviour-based donor-screening questionnaire that will apply to all donors of blood and plasma.

941 days ago by Canadian Heritage from cic

The Government of Canada provides nearly $1.9 million to the University of Sudbury

Concrete support for the Franco-Ontarian community: the Government of Canada announces a major investment in the University of Sudbury

941 days ago by Natural Resources Canada from cic

New Home Energy Retrofits for Durham Region

Ryan Turnbull, Member of Parliament for Whitby, on behalf of the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Natural Resources, and Rory Nisan, Member of the Board of Directors of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) and Councillor at the Regional Municipality of Halton, announced today a $3.4-million investment through the Community Efficiency Financing initiative to implement a home energy retrofit financing program in the Regional Municipality of Durham. The funding will go toward implementing the new Durham Greener Homes Program.

941 days ago by Infrastructure Canada from cic

Canada, New Brunswick and Hartland invest in a new community complex to support active lifestyles for Central Carleton residents

From roads and buildings to water treatment systems and community centres, infrastructure is key to building stronger communities. Investments in community infrastructure help residents socialize, stay active and adopt healthy lifestyles.

941 days ago by Infrastructure Canada from cic

Media advisory - Montreal, Quebec

The Samuel De Champlain Bridge will light up in purple, from sunset to 10 p.m. this evening, to recognize the National Day of Mourning.

941 days ago by Natural Resources Canada from cic

Canada Invests in Deep Energy Retrofits for Buildings in Toronto

Today, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Natural Resources, announced a $5-million investment to fully fund the Deep Retrofit Challenge, which will enable energy efficiency in buildings across the City of Toronto. Approximately 10–16 deep energy retrofit projects will be supported in multi-unit residential and commercial buildings, such as the installation of heat pumps in mid-rise apartments. The Deep Retrofit Challenge will reduce energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions by at least 50 percent in each sub-project, improve the quality of living for residents and contribute to the nationwide development of new and retrofitted green buildings.

941 days ago by Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency from cic

Miners Museum excavating growth opportunities by implementing Phase II of Interpretive Renewal Plan

Atlantic Canadian tourism organizations and operators are working hard to recover from pandemic challenges and find new approaches to deliver world-class tourism experiences that tell the stories of the region, and what makes it such a special visitor destination. That is why the Government of Canada is supporting the Cape Breton Miners Museum in the expansion of an enhanced visitor experience that preserves and commemorates Cape Breton’s coal mining legacy.

941 days ago by Canadian Heritage from cic

National Culture Summit to focus on recovery, long-term growth, and competitiveness of the arts, culture and heritage sectors

Government of Canada shares details on the upcoming national culture summit as the arts, culture and heritage sectors come together from May 2–4 in Ottawa

941 days ago by Employment and Social Development Canada from cic

Statement by the Minister of Labour on the National Day of Mourning

Today, Minister of Labour, Seamus O’Regan Jr., issued the following statement marking the National Day of Mourning:

941 days ago by Canadian Heritage from cic

Government of Canada supports French-language post-secondary education in Sudbury

The Government of Canada supports the Franco-Ontarian community.

941 days ago by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada from cic

Government of Canada endorses the Declaration for the Future of the Internet

The Internet is the backbone of the global economy. It allows us to stay connected with our colleagues, friends and loved ones. It is also a powerful enabler of innovation, entrepreneurship, free expression and social change for people all around the world. However, in recent years, the Internet has come under threat from bad actors seeking to undermine these benefits and cause harm. That’s why the Government of Canada is committed to supporting an Internet that is open, trusted, interoperable and secure for the benefit of all Canadians.

941 days ago by Infrastructure Canada from cic

Media Advisory - Montréal, Quebec

Members of the media are invited to attend an infrastructure announcement in the presence of: