GATINEAU – The Competition Bureau (Bureau), the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC), and the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada (OPC) are joining forces to strengthen information sharing and collaboration on matters that relate to digital markets and platforms. Through the creation of the Canadian Digital Regulators Forum, the three agencies will exchange best practices, conduct research, and …
Fort Lennox National Historic Site, beginning of tourist season
The Government of Canada invested over $14 million to restore and enhance this site and renew the visitor experience. Saint-Paul-de-l’Île-aux-Noix – The network of historic sites and protected areas administered by Parks Canada is a gateway to nature, history, and 450 000 km² of stories from coast to coast to coast. Parks Canada celebrated the reopening of Fort Lennox National …
Budget 2021 Initiative: Supporting Indigenous women’s organizations
Ottawa – Through an open call for proposals in January 2022, the Supporting Indigenous Women’s and 2SLGBTQQIA+ Organizations program provides contribution funding for projects within Indigenous women’s and 2SLGBTQI+ organizations that will support meaningful systemic change in Canada and advance grassroots voices and the priorities of Indigenous women and 2SLGBTQI+ people at all levels of government. In January 2022, the …
CBSA makes 15 ketamine seizures in one month
Montréal – The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is committed to keeping our communities safe. The CBSA announces that between April 13 and May 14, 2023, officers at the Léo-Blanchette Mail Processing Centre in Montreal made fifteen seizures of ketamine for a total quantity of 89.8 kg. Ketamine is often used as a date rape drug, and is generally sold …
Ontario Promotes Growing Life Sciences Sector During Trade Mission to Boston
33 Ontario biotech and pharma organizations showcase province’s innovation and workforce TORONTO — The Ontario government has concluded a successful trade mission to Boston to promote the province’s growing life sciences sector and explore new opportunities for investment and job creation. Vic Fedeli, Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade, led a delegation of 33 companies and organizations to …
Trudeau, Minister Ien announce support for 2SLGBTQI+ communities
Ottawa – The 2SLGBTQI+ communities face discrimination, violence, and barriers, which prevent them from participating in economic, social, and political aspects of life. Supporting 2SLGBTQI+ organizations helps build a safer, more equitable and inclusive Canada. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, joined by the Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, Marci Ien, today raised the Pride Flag on Parliamentary Hill …
Alexandra Bridge closed to motorists
Gatineau – Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise users that Alexandra Bridge will be closed to motorists to accommodate maintenance work during the following periods: Saturday, June 10, and Sunday, June 11, from 7 am to 5 pm Saturday, June 17, and Sunday, June 18, from 7 am to 5 pm Sunday, June 25, from 7 am …
New Indigenous Climate Action Grants announced
Toronto – Deputy Mayor Jennifer McKelvie (Scarborough-Rouge Park) launched the City of Toronto’s new Indigenous Climate Action Grants program at Dr. Lillian McGregor Park. Grants of up to $20,000 are available to support local Indigenous communities in undertaking projects and initiatives that help to address the climate emergency and protect the environment. Indigenous community members, Indigenous-led grassroots groups with community …
Addressing Regional servicing constraints to boost job creation
BRAMPTON – The City is emphasizing the urgent need for consideration by the provincially appointed Transition Board to ensure the dissolution of the Region of Peel does not hinder Brampton’s growth or put additional financial pressure on Brampton residents. The City announced seven specific examples of housing applications currently delayed due to regional servicing constraints. These projects alone would create …
Increasing Access to High-Speed Internet Service in Middlesex County
Rural Ontarians benefitting from expanded broadband access Ottawa, ON – The Provincial and Territorial Ministers Responsible for Local Government held their annual meeting in Ottawa this week and reaffirmed their commitment to supporting local governments, collaborating on shared priorities, and building strong and vibrant communities. The Ministers discussed key policy changes and innovations occurring in their respective jurisdictions to advance …