Ottawa – In recognition of the significant financial challenges facing Canadian producers, the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, Marie-Claude Bibeau, confirmed that the interest-free limit of the Advance Payments Program has been increased from $250,000 to $350,000 for the 2023 program year, effective May 8, 2023. This is the portion of advances on which the Government of Canada pays the …
TORONTO — David Piccini, Minister of the Environment, Conservation and Parks, released the following statement in celebration of Ontario’s Day of Action on Litter: “Today, on this fourth Provincial Day of Action on Litter, I want to thank everyone who has taken action at home and in their community to help keep our environment clean and healthy. The Day of …
Toronto – The City of Toronto has officially opened the new 6,400 square metre park in downtown Toronto named for Dr Lillian McGregor of White Fish River First Nation. Dr McGregor was a celebrated and respected member of the Indigenous community in Toronto. Councillor Chris Moise (Toronto Centre) was joined by members of the McGregor family, Elder Sylvia Maracle and others …
Brampton – The City of Brampton is supporting residents in building preparedness habits this Emergency Preparedness Week and all year long. Emergency Preparedness Week runs May 7-13 with the theme this year being “Build Preparedness Habits”. Everyone has a role to play in an emergency. Emergency Preparedness Week is an opportunity for you to prepare to protect yourself, your family …
London – New research shows that talk therapy for depression can help against heart disease. The study of almost 637,000 people who took part in talk therapy conducted by the UK’s National Health Service (NHS) between 2012 and 2020 found that those whose depression symptoms improved were 12% less likely to develop cardiovascular disease, including coronary heart disease, stroke, and …
Landmark project to be a catalyst to develop downtown Brampton BRAMPTON – The City of Brampton is now seeking expressions of interest for the Centre for Innovation (CFI). As a catalyst for future growth and part of the city’s growing Innovation District, the Centre for Innovation (CFI) is envisioned as an iconic landmark building for Brampton, with engaging collaborative public use …
Sainte-Justine SME will receive $2.2M in financial assistance from CED. Sainte-Justine – SMEs have a key role to play in ensuring Quebec’s economic performance. They seek to innovate, grow, and prepare for the future and growth by boosting their competitiveness. That is why the Minister of Sport and Minister responsible for CED, Pascale St‑Onge, has announced a repayable contribution of $2.2M …
Hamilton – The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) announced the winners of the 2023 National Focus on Safety Youth Video Contest. First place: “Safety is no accident” Producers: Lucas Freeley, Jerico Manaloto Holy Rosary High School Lloydminster Catholic School Division, Saskatchewan Video: https://youtu.be/CBzELTjgfPk Second place: “Un jeu d’enfant” Producer: Cédric Loubier Quebec Video: https://youtu.be/EB7Fl7hJ57I Third place: “Sécurité au travail” …
Toronto – City of Toronto announced the lineup of buildings, city-wide walking tours and special programs for this year’s Doors Open Toronto presented by Great Gulf. The free weekend-long celebration of architecture and public space is taking place Saturday, May 27 and Sunday, May 28 and will feature 150 sites for exploration, a talk series, walking tours and more. Details are …
Toronto – Deputy Mayor Jennifer McKelvie (Scarborough-Rouge Park) proclaimed May as Museum Month in Toronto. Youth Volunteer Program Starting today, Monday, May 1, the Toronto History Museums Youth Volunteer Program is accepting new volunteer applications. Running year-round, the successful Youth Volunteer Program will expand its program across the city and at all Toronto History Museums this year. Youth across Toronto …
