Celebrating 1-year anniversary of Canada-wide Early Learning, Child Care Deal

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Gatineau – Child care is not just a social policy – it is an economic policy, too. Access to high-quality, affordable, flexible and inclusive child care will grow the economy, allow more women to enter the workforce and help give every child in Canada the best start in life. That is why the Government of Canada signed agreements with each …

2023 Toronto mayoral by-election candidate nominations open April 3

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Please note, at of time of issuance, City Council had not yet passed the bylaw calling for a by-election. Toronto – At a meeting, Toronto City Council officially declared the Mayor’s seat vacant and passed a bylaw requiring a by-election. City Clerk John D. Elvidge has set the by-election for Monday, June 26. Beginning Monday, April 3, until 2 p.m. …

Brampton honoured for financial reporting excellence

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Brampton – For the 21st year in a row, the City of Brampton is being recognized for its excellence in financial reporting. The City of Brampton has once again won the Canadian Award for Financial Reporting (CAnFR) from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) of the United States and Canada. Every year, the award recognizes the highest standard in government accounting …

Investing in Economic Development Initiatives in 1st Nations Communities

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New partnership providing training and support to promote economic growth KENORA — The Ontario government is building a strong province by partnering with the Ontario First Nations Economic Developers Association (OFNEDA) to help individuals and businesses in First Nation communities create and expand economic opportunities. The province is providing $6.8 million to help OFNEDA deliver training for Economic Development Officers …

Clean Energy Credit Registry to Boost Competitiveness, Attract Jobs

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Sale of credits will fund the construction of clean electricity projects in the province TORONTO – Ontario is leveraging its world-class clean electricity grid by launching a clean energy credit (CEC) registry that will boost competitiveness and attract jobs, by helping businesses meet their environmental and sustainability goals. Proceeds from the sale of CECs will help keep costs down for …

Up to 250 Electric Vehicle Chargers Coming to Nova Scotia

Modernizing Policy for Radioactive Waste and Decommissioning 

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Ottawa – The Government of Canada is committed to the safe, effective and environmentally sound management of radioactive waste. Protecting the health and safety of Canadians and the environment is the government’s top priority when it comes to nuclear energy and radioactive waste. Canada already has a robust framework in place; however, we must keep pace with evolving views and …

Minister Lebouthillier reacts on Audit Process for Charities in Canada report

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Ottawa – Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of National Revenue, issued the following statement in response to the Office of the Taxpayers’ Ombudsperson Report on Fairness of the Audit Process for Charities in Canada: “The Government of Canada stands with and supports Muslim communities across Canada and reaffirms its commitment to take action to denounce and tackle Islamophobia, hate-fuelled violence, and systemic …

Bringing food banks to Indigenous communities in Ontario

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Ottawa – Everyone should have access to nutritious and affordable food, no matter where they live. Factors such as long travel distances and socioeconomic challenges make Northerners more vulnerable to food insecurity than those living in southern Canada. Recognizing the challenges that northern and isolated communities face are complex, the Government of Canada continues to work with partners to build …

Alternating lane closures on LaSalle Causeway

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Kingston — Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise motorists of alternating lane closures on the LaSalle Causeway for emergency repair work during the following periods, Wednesday, April 5, from 9:30am to 3pm, and 6pm to 11pm During these periods, 1 lane will be closed and 1 lane will remain open for alternating traffic, and 2 flagpersons will …

Federal Budget 2023 focuses on stronger middle class, affordable economy

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Federal budget will support a stronger middle class, an affordable economy, and a healthy future for Canadians March 28, 2023 – Ottawa, Ontario – Department of Finance Canada Today, the Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, released Budget 2023—A Made-in-Canada Plan: Strong Middle Class, Affordable Economy, Healthy Future. Canada has made a remarkable recovery from the COVID …