Ottawa – Healthy ecosystems are essential for the long-term success and sustainability of Canada’s fisheries, which continue to play an important role in the economy. As the demand for high-quality and sustainably-sourced seafood grows around the world, the Government of Canada is committed to taking management measures that support our harvesters while protecting the health of the ocean ecosystem. Minister …
Brampton – As Ramadan begins, the City of Brampton is pleased to invite the community to celebrate Eid. On April 23, members of the community are invited to Gage Park, from 2 to 5pm as we come together and mark the end of the holy month of Ramadan and celebrate Eid ul Fitr. This free City-wide Eid celebration includes an …
Toronto – The Government of Canada is working with Indigenous communities on reducing pollution from the transportation sector, which is critical to Canada achieving its climate targets. The Government of Canada is investing in charging infrastructure and community-led initiatives to support communities to deliver clean air and economic opportunities for residents. Julie Dabrusin, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Natural …
Toronto – Transforming Grief: Loss & Togetherness in COVID-19, a City of Toronto free exhibit, opened. The exhibit brings together interviews, art and artifacts that represent the collective voices of community members and artists to convey how Torontonians experienced, and continue to experience, the COVID-19 pandemic. The exhibition is on now until Sunday, January 7, 2024 at Fort York National …
Comox – Harjit Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, and Her Worship Nicole Minions, Mayor of the Town of Comox, announced a joint investment of more than $485,000 to modernize the Comox Community Centre. Through this investment, the Centre will become more energy efficient and emit less greenhouse gases (GHGs). …
Ottawa – Health Canada understands that any disruptions to the supply of infant formula can be distressing for parents and caregivers and shares their concerns. We have been working, and continue to work, with manufacturers to increase the types and amounts of infant formula products available in Canada, but we are aware that parents and caregivers continue to report difficulties …
Toornto – The City of Toronto is urging residents to protect both people and wildlife by refraining from feeding local wildlife. In recent years, there has been an increase in negative interactions involving people and wildlife in Toronto. Most interactions with wildlife, including coyotes and foxes, are the result of a nearby, regular food source, primarily from people leaving food …
Launch event taking place Saturday, March 25 in Downtown Brampton Brampton – Explore the culinary wonders within the City of Brampton as the latest Brampton Food Guide is unveiled! The 2023 Brampton Food Guide features local restaurants and markets, local chef favourites, and recommendations from food influencers. Additions include ‘Eat Where the Locals Eat‘, a segment profiling the top ten …
Biigtigong Nishnaabeg – Biigtigong Nishnaabeg hosted celebrations for the signing of the Community Benefits Agreement related to the Marathon Palladium Project, a proposed palladium mine located 10 kilometres from Marathon, Ontario and 9.3 km upstream from Biigtigong Nishnaabeg territory along the banks of the culturally important Biigtigig Zibi. The agreement is a partnership between the First Nation and the proponent …
Ontario – The Ontario government is safeguarding Ontario’s biodiversity by ensuring commercial bait dealers and harvesters are licenced and in compliance with ministry regulations. Joshua Schill of Sault Ste. Marie pleaded guilty to selling baitfish without a licence for commercial purposes and fined $2,000. Schill was fined an additional $1,200 for failing to make an annual return or keep a …
