Government of Canada announces affordable high-speed Internet to help connect low-income families and seniors
$20 a month high-speed Internet will help connect hundreds of thousands of low-income families and seniors
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Icebreaking near Midland, Ontario
La Garde côtière canadienne avise les résidents de Midland, en Ontario, et des environs, que le NGCC Griffon effectuera des opérations de déglaçage dans la région le 6 avril 2022 ou aux alentours de cette date.
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Government of Canada launches second cycle of national survey to assess the health impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic
The Government of Canada is launching a second cycle of the Canadian COVID-19 Antibody and Health Survey (CCAHS). This national survey, led by Statistics Canada, the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) and the COVID-19 Immunity Task Force (CITF), aims to better understand the impacts of the pandemic on the health and well-being of Canadians, including the prevalence of chronic symptoms and conditions and the challenges that Canadians may have faced in accessing healthcare.
Government of Canada to invest in jobs and the future of the country’s automotive sector
The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, together with the Honourable Doug Ford, Ontario Premier, and the Honourable Victor Fedeli, Ontario’s Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade, will announce an important investment in the future of Canada’s automotive manufacturing sector.
Will Blue Jays coach be able to come to Canada after DUI?
The Toronto Blue Jays pitching coach, Pete Walker, was arrested for driving under the influence on March 25. The incident has left many to wonder if Walker will be able to come to Canada for home games. What we know according to media reports is that Walker was arrested after driving 82 miles per hour […]
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Accepting applications for Rediscover Main Streets initiative as of Monday, April 4
The Government of Canada, through ACOA’s Rediscover Main Streets initiative, is investing up to $10 million to help non-profit organizations generate new ideas that inspire residents and tourists alike to rediscover these vibrant local spaces.
Canada’s PNP immigration results for March 2022
Canada’s Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP) issued nearly 5,000 invitations to apply for provincial nomination in March, a number similar to previous months. The PNP is an immigration program jointly administered by the federal, provincial, and territorial governments. It offers Canadian provinces and territories the opportunity to create their own immigration streams to better meet their […]
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Virtual press conference of Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly with Finnish Foreign Minister Pekka Haavisto
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs will meet with her counterpart from Finland, Foreign Affairs Minister Pekka Haavisto, on April 4 in Helsinki.
Government of Canada takes further action to address labour shortages in Quebec
Canada’s economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic is well underway. In February 2022, Canada added 337,000 jobs, bringing the unemployment rate to 5.5%—the lowest since the start of the pandemic. In fact, Canada’s economic recovery is outpacing the ability of many employers to find workers, particularly in Quebec.
Government of Canada to invest in jobs and the future of the country’s automotive sector
The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, together with the Honourable Doug Ford, Ontario Premier, and the Honourable Victor Fedeli, Ontario’s Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade, will announce an important investment in the future of Canada’s automotive manufacturing sector.
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Minister Joly to travel to Finland, Germany and Belgium
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will be travelling to Finland, Germany and Belgium to coordinate with Canada’s partners on responses to Russian President Vladimir Putin’s unjustifiable invasion of Ukraine. Canada is unwavering in our support of Ukraine and its people. We will continue to work together with our partners and Allies to impose severe costs on those responsible for Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, seek accountability for their illegal actions, and support Ukrainians fleeing to safety and those who remain in Ukraine.
Government of Canada advances climate action at GLOBE Forum
This week, the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Natural Resources, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, the Honourable Seamus O’Regan Jr., Minister of Labour, and government officials participated in GLOBE Forum 2022, a meeting with business leaders and innovators working to advance the transition to a clean growth economy.
Patented Medicine Prices Review Board Imposes Deadline for Motions for Leave to Intervene in the Redetermination of Board Decisions Regarding the Excessive Pricing of Soliris Dated September 27 and November 8, 2017
The Patented Medicine Prices Review Board will hold a public rehearing in the matter of the price of the patented medicine Soliris, and Alexion Pharmaceuticals Inc., the pharmaceutical company that holds the patent for Soliris and sells the medicine in Canada.
The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan outlines his vision for PacifiCan and announces $11.8 million in federal support for local innovators
As one of Canada’s fastest growing cities, Surrey plays an important role in British Columbia’s economic development and post-pandemic recovery.
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Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Warkworth Institution
On March 30, 2022, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized on the property of Warkworth Institution, a medium security federal institution.
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Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Drummond Institution
On March 25, 2022, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Drummond Institution, a federal medium-security institution.
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Statement from the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada on April 1, 2022
On April 1, 2022, Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement on COVID-19.
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Government of Canada invests in the adoption of sustainable practices and clean technologies in agriculture
Government of Canada invests in the adoption of sustainable practices and clean technologies in agriculture
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Canada and Prince Edward Island invest in new water, clean energy and active transportation infrastructure for Stratford
Today, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, and Member of Parliament for Cardigan, on behalf of the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities; the Honourable James Aylward, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure; and Gary Clow, Deputy Mayor of the Town of Stratford, announced joint funding for five community infrastructure projects, improving water, clean energy and active transportation infrastructure in Stratford.
Canada and the Northern Secwepemc First Nations make progress on the construction of a new cultural centre
Today, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Crown–Indigenous Relations and the Northern Secwepemc Cultural Society announced $4 million in funding, provided through the Cultural Spaces in Indigenous Communities Program, for the construction of a cultural centre and museum
Canada and the Skeetchestn Indian Band move forward on the construction of a traditional pit home and museum facility
Today, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Crown–Indigenous Relations and Kukpi7 (Chief) Darrel Draney of the Skeetchestn Indian Band announced $825,000 in funding to support the construction of a traditional pit home and museum facility
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Canada and Prince Edward Island invest in new water, clean energy and active transportation infrastructure for Stratford
Joint federal, provincial, and municipal funding through the Green Infrastructure Stream of the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program will support five water, clean energy and active transportation infrastructure projects in Stratford.
Fully vaccinated travellers no longer need COVID-19 test to come to Canada
As of April 1, fully vaccinated travellers no longer need a pre-arrival COVID-19 test to enter Canada. Travellers will still need to provide proof of vaccination status and all other mandatory information through the ArriveCAN app, either on desktop or mobile, before crossing the border. Travellers who arrive without completing their ArriveCAN submission may have […]
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Message from the Minister of Health on World Autism Awareness Day
According to the Public Health Agency of Canada’s recent report, autism is the most common neurodevelopmental condition in Canada, affecting 1 in 50 Canadians aged 1-17. Each autistic person is unique and will have different strengths, needs, and challenges throughout their life. Addressing the needs of Autistic Canadians, their families and supporters, requires a coordinated effort. Work is ongoing across sectors and all levels of government, to find better ways to support autistic people and their families.
FedNor investments support innovation and business growth in the Parry Sound—Muskoka region
The Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, announced a FedNor investment of more than $7.5 million for nine strategic initiatives that support innovation, job creation and industry growth in the Parry Sound–Muskoka region, all designed to scale up companies and help them become more competitive.