Government of Canada support will help marine sector professional organization promote careers in the ocean industry St. John’s – Atlantic Canada’s ocean economy creates good, highly skilled jobs and represents tremendous growth potential in the region and in international markets. Within the next ten years, Canada’s ocean workforce is expected to experience a significant turnover in employment, with estimates that …
Toronto – The City of Toronto is reminding pet owners about their responsibilities and requirements for owning a dog in Toronto and emphasizing the importance of keeping their dog leashed and under control at all times. There has been a recent surge in incidents involving dogs that are off leash including incidents involving children, pedestrians and cyclists. In 2022, there …
Toronto – The City of Toronto is accepting applications from restaurants interested in participating in the popular Winterlicious 2024 program, which is returning Friday, January 26 to Thursday, February 8. Submissions are open for two weeks this year from Thursday, August 10 at 9 a.m. until Thursday, August 24 at 11:59 p.m. The 2024 will mark the 20-year anniversary of …
Governments investing over $1.3 million to help beekeepers improve their operations TORONTO – The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing over $1.3 million through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP) to help improve the resiliency and competitiveness of beekeeper operations in Ontario. “Honey bees and the producers who care for them play a vital role in the production and diversity of …
Petit-de-Grat – Providing our fishery officers with the equipment and tools they need to protect marine biodiversity is important to the Government of Canada. That is why we are ensuring that the vessels they use are modern, efficient and equipped to keep our officers safe. Mike Kelloway, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, …
The 25th World Scout Jamboree (WSJ) is underway with more than 43,000 Scouts and volunteers from around the world experiencing the event. Over the past few days an extreme heatwave and humidity has caused some challenging conditions for young people and volunteers taking part in the event. Scouts Canada is aware of the current extreme hot weather taking place in …
Ontario – The Ontario government is safeguarding shorelines by ensuring work is not being done on waterfronts without proper permits. Kenneth Wilson of California pleaded guilty to altering shorelines without a permit and has been fined $45,000. The court heard that between June 2017 and August 2019, Wilson conducted shoreline alterations along his waterfront properties in the Parry Sound area …
Surrey – Canadians have a deep appreciation for nature, and the Government of Canada is committed to protecting Canada’s natural spaces. While under threat by climate change, nature is also a critical ally in the fight against it. Trees, through their ability to capture and store carbon, play a crucial role. They can also reduce the risk of wildland fires …
Toronto – City of Toronto officially launched a new pilot program that allows residents and visitors 19 years of age and older to responsibly consume their own alcoholic beverages in 27 parks. The pilot will run until Monday, October 9. Councillor Shelley Carroll (Don Valley North), Chair of the Economic and Community Development Committee, and City staff were at Earlscourt …
Ottawa – Every August, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) observes Tree Check Month as a reminder of the importance of protecting our precious plants and trees from invasive pests. Throughout this month, Canadians are encouraged to inspect backyards, gardens, local parks and even vehicles, for any unwelcome pests. Plant health is essential to Canada’s economic prosperity and it is …
