Stoney Creek – The government is supporting the food manufacturing sector so it can advance innovation, adopt new technologies and ensure its continued growth and global competitiveness. This industry is vital to our economy and a key source of Canadian jobs. Karina Gould, Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, on behalf of François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, …
Winnipeg – Fairness for every generation means making sure everyone in Canada has access to reliable and affordable high-speed Internet, no matter where they live. That is why the Government of Canada is bringing high-speed Internet access to underserved communities—including Indigenous communities—in rural Manitoba. Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada and Minister responsible …
Clarenville — A new wheelchair-accessible bus will be on the road serving the Clarenville region after an investment of $260,000 from the federal government and the Town of Clarenville. This was announced by MP Churence Rogers and Mayor John Pickett. The new bus will be operated by Clarenville Region Extended Seniors Transportation (CREST) and will provide low cost, on demand transportation …
Windsor – Irek Kusmierczyk, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion and Member of Parliament for Windsor–Tecumseh, announced an investment of $96,443 to religious organizations in Windsor through the Security Infrastructure Program (SIP). The recipients of the funding and its breakdown are as follows: Gracanica Serbian Eastern Orthodox Church – $12,726 St Mary And St …
CLARINGTON – Ontario is announcing the completion of the refurbishment of Unit 1 at the Darlington Nuclear Generating Station five months ahead of schedule, marking a significant milestone in the province’s plan to tackle soaring demand for energy. Refurbishing and returning Unit 1 to service provides 875 megawatts (MW) of reliable, affordable and clean power for the next 30-plus years, enough …
Newfoundland and Labrador – The Government of Canada and the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador signed an amendment to the Aging with Dignity Agreement, providing Newfoundland and Labrador access to more than $25 million in new funding to support Personal Support Workers (PSWs) and related professions. This funding is being provided over five years (2024-25 to 2028-29), extending the existing Aging …
Jasper – Residents and businesses in Jasper and Jasper National Park are working hard to recover from the devastating effects that summer wildfires had on the community and the local economy. The Government of Canada is taking action to help Jasper rebuild its economy and re-emerge stronger and more resilient. Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, …
Coquitlam – Working together to reduce risks from the changing climate will help keep Canadians safer and healthier. Acting now will help improve long-term resilience and reduce costs associated with the increasing frequency of extreme weather events in Canada, including higher grocery prices, insurance premiums and local taxes to cover the costs of disaster recovery and damage. Across the country, …
Manitoba – Safe and reliable airports are crucial connections for local and regional communities across Canada. Investments in airports support economic and business development, improve aviation services and safety, and enhance access to Canada’s remote and Indigenous communities. Anita Anand, President of the Treasury Board and Minister of Transport, announced that the Government of Canada is strengthening air safety and …
