Edmundston – René Arseneault, MP for Madawaska-Restigouche, announced a federal contribution of $159,682 to help la Société du Jardin Botanique du Nouveau-Brunswick modernize its greenhouse heating system. The announcement was made on behalf of Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development and Minister responsible for ACOA, and Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change. The investment will allow the …
Exhibition Aeria wins Award for Excellence
Quebec City – The National Battlefields Commission is proud to announce that the Plains of Abraham Museum has received an Award for Excellence from the Société des musées du Québec (SMQ) for the exhibition Aeria. The award was presented on October 5, 2023 during the SMQ’s annual conference. It honours those museum projects that have proven to be outstanding over the past …
Charles Macdonald Concrete House Museum gets historic renovations
CENTREVILLE – Investing in Canada’s cultural infrastructure improves access for all Canadians to arts and culture, contributes to the economy, and provides essential opportunities for artists and performers. Kody Blois, Member of Parliament (Kings–Hants), announced a contribution of $220,000 from the Legacy Fund component of the Building Communities through Arts and Heritage program to the “150th Anniversary of Charles Macdonald …
Cocco Candy, Slime Licker rolling candies recalled
Washington – Slime Licker and Cocco Candy are recalling millions of rolling candies distributed nationally after complaints confirming that they include rolling balls that can come loose and get into a child’s mouth, creating a choking danger.
Thanksgiving long weekend activities, attractions in Toronto
Toronto – The City of Toronto encourages residents and visitors to take advantage of City-run attractions and recreational opportunities over the Thanksgiving long weekend, from Saturday, October 7 to Monday, October 9. Community recreation centres These centres will be open for regular program hours on Saturday, October 7 and Sunday, October 8. On Monday, October 9, all City community recreation …
Helping More Children & Youth Access Healthy Food
$5 million investment providing nutritious meals so students can focus and succeed at school MISSISSAUGA — The Ontario government is investing an additional $5 million this year in the Student Nutrition Program and the First Nations Student Nutrition Program which provides more than 600,000 school-aged children and youth with healthy meals and snacks throughout the school year to ensure they …
Mayor Olivia Chow unveils new Terry Fox public artwork
Toronto – Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow and Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik (Spadina-Fort York) were joined by Darrell Fox, brother of Terry Fox, to reveal the new public art project “We Are Shaped by the Obstacles We Face”, which commemorates the legacy of Canadian humanitarian and activist Terry Fox. Also on hand for the unveiling will be representatives from the Legacy …
Frontier Collective Society receives $312,000 to showcase BC innovative technologies to world
The Government of Canada is making investments to create a world-leading, innovation ecosystem in British Columbia Vancouver – British Columbia is quickly becoming a burgeoning hub for businesses creating immersive digital technologies. This includes virtual and augmented reality, artificial intelligence, and robotics, which can enhance our world in ways never thought possible. The Government of Canada is making strategic …
Oct is Islamic History Month in Canada
Brampton – Every year in October, Islamic History Month is recognized in Canada. This is a time to reflect and learn together about Islamic traditions and recognize the rich, longstanding contributions Muslims have made to literature, math, science, art, and history — here in Brampton, throughout Canada and around the world. We are a country rich in diversity, with a …
Toronto Ravine Days return
Toronto – Ravine Days, the annual city-wide celebration of Toronto’s ravine system, will take place from Saturday, September 30 to Monday, October 9 to build awareness about Toronto’s unique ravine system through free, City-led and community-driven events and self-guided activities. Ravine Days, held annually since 2017, recognize and celebrate the importance of Toronto’s system of ravines, streams and creeks. Toronto …