Advancing Indigenous housing projects 

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Toronto – Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth of Canada, and Pam Damoff, Member of Parliament for Oakville North — Burlington and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs (Consular Affairs), on behalf of Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, and National Indigenous Collaborative …

Federal funding for new trails in Ajax

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Ajax — Walking, running, cycling, and rolling is about to get a lot easier in the Town of Ajax thanks to two federal investments. Minister Mark Holland and Mayor Shaun Collier announced combined funding of nearly $250,000 for improvements to local trail networks. Two trails lead from Dennis Drive and Hibbins Avenue to Eagle Ridge Public School in Forest Ridge Park. …

Addressing gender-based violence in Montréal

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Montréal – Gender-based violence (GBV) has a profound cost on women, gender-diverse people, and communities across Canada. Understanding gender-based violence is a crucial step towards preventing the long-lasting negative health, social and economic consequences. Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Member of Parliament for Laurier—Sainte-Marie, on behalf of Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and …

Unama’ki artists creating connections, business growth

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 Nova Scotia – When local artisans have the resources they need to develop their craft and grow thriving businesses, they boost local economies and help build awareness, understanding and appreciation of our nation’s many cultures and heritages. The Government of Canada is investing to help Indigenous and non-Indigenous craft producers in Cape Breton grow their business capacity and potential. Jaime …

Supporting training in skilled trades in Alberta

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Edmonton – The demand for skilled tradespeople is expected to remain strong as the economy continues to grow. Smart investments are needed to support Canadians in taking up apprenticeship training now, and to help them start careers in the skilled trades. That’s why the Government of Canada is making investments to attract more young people, women and other equity-deserving groups …

Ontario Laying Groundwork for New Investments

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TORONTO — Vic Fedeli, Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade, issued the following statement on monthly employment release by Statistics Canada, which showed that while employment in Ontario dipped last month, the province has added more than 150,000 jobs so far this year. “As we continue to face ongoing economic headwinds, our government is on a mission to …

Feds invest in outdoor tourism infrastructure in Thunder Bay

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Thunder Bay – Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, and Member of Parliament for Thunder Bay—Superior North, today announced a FedNor investment of $250,000 in Blacksheep Mountain Bike Club. The funds announced today will support Blacksheep Mountain’s Trowbridge Forest Master Plan, which includes improvements to and expansion of the Trowbridge Forest trail system. These upgrades will …

Driving innovation, economic growth in Canada

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Victoria – Amazing things are happening on Vancouver Island, a region known for both its stunning natural attractions and world-class innovations. From technology to tourism, local innovators and entrepreneurs across industries are coming together to build a strong regional economy. PacifiCan shares their ambition and is committed to partnering with community leaders in British Columbia to realize their vision. Harjit …

Funding innovation, infrastructure development in Yellowknife

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Yellowknife – Investing in northern entrepreneurship creates new economic pathways through creativity, collaboration and innovation. Entrepreneurs and innovators can bring new experiences and expertise to support sustainable economic diversification, innovation, and self-reliance in communities across the territories. Michael McLeod, Member of Parliament for the Northwest Territories, on behalf of Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, PrairiesCan and CanNor, announced an …

Retrofits to create Cultural Hub at Tom Davies Square

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Greater Sudbury — Municipal office spaces at Greater Sudbury’s City Hall will transform into the green and inclusive home of a Cultural Hub at Tom Davies Square after an investment of over $25 million from the federal government. Federal funds come from the Green and Inclusive Community Buildings program (GICB) and the Northern Ontario Development Program (NODP). The funding was announced today …