Montréal – Canada is home to some of the most innovative entrepreneurs in the world, and the federal government has their backs. Today at the Kauffman Fellows Summit in Montréal, Rechie Valdez, Minister of Small Business, emphasized the positive impact that the Government of Canada’s venture capital (VC) investments have made on the Canadian VC ecosystem. The federal government’s Venture …
North Frontenac — Rebuilding the Kashwakamak dam to mitigate the risk of its failure and associated flooding will safeguard Kashwakamak Lake and surrounding lands. This work is supported by a joint investment of nearly $6 million from the Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority and the federal government’s Disaster Mitigation and Adaptation Fund. The Mississippi River watershed is a 3,750-square kilometer area that is home to …
Ottawa—Canada has a long and proud history of welcoming newcomers from around the world who support our economy and enrich our country. In response to labour shortages and the aftershocks of the pandemic, the federal government took steps to meet the urgent needs of businesses and support our economic recovery. Since then, Canada’s economy has evolved, and we must continue …
Gatineau – Through Canada’s defence policy, Our North, Strong and Free, the Government of Canada is providing members of the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) with the equipment they need to keep Canadians safe and maintain current and future operational readiness. Canada has the largest coastline in the world, and it is essential that the RCN be equipped with superior underwater surveillance capability to …
St. George – The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing an additional $9 million in the Ontario Agricultural Sustainability Initiative through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership to help farmers enhance the sustainability and competitiveness of their farms. Funding will be used to help with the adoption of new technologies and best management practices to support soil health, water quality, …
TERRACE BAY — The Ontario government is investing nearly $280,000 in a new action centre to help the over 330 workers impacted by layoffs at AV Terrace Bay. The new action centre will connect the Northern Ontarian workers with services and training they need to find new jobs in the same sector or further their careers in others. “Our government stands with …
Ottawa – Canadians work hard to be able to afford a home. However, the high cost of mortgage payments is a barrier to homeownership, especially for Millennials and Gen Z. To help more Canadians, particularly younger generations, buy a first home, new mortgage rules came into effect on August 1, 2024, allowing 30 year insured mortgage amortizations for first-time homebuyers …
Toronto – Mayor Olivia Chow and Deputy Mayor Jennifer McKelvie (Scarborough-Rouge Park), Chair of the Infrastructure and Environment Committee, today announced increased fines for motorists who block intersections, also known as “Blocking the Box”, as part of the City of Toronto’s ongoing commitment to reducing traffic congestion and making travel safer and more efficient for all road users. The fine …
Toronto – The deadline to file or withdraw a nomination to run as a candidate for the office of Councillor in Ward 15, Don Valley West is 2pm today. To run for the office of Councillor, a person must: File a nomination paper with original signature Provide proof of qualifying address within the city of Toronto Pay a $100 nomination …
BRAMPTON – The City of Brampton is proud to support the Office of the Fire Marshal (OFM)’s ‘Saved By The Beep’ campaign, an important initiative aimed at raising awareness about fire safety and the critical role of smoke alarms. On Saturday, September 28, the campaign will emphasize the importance of regularly testing smoke alarms and having a home fire escape …
