Canada supports Brûlerie de l’Atlantique’s growth

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Matane – Supporting manufacturing businesses contributes to economic development in Quebec’s regions. That is why Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of National Revenue, along with Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, announced, on behalf ofSoraya Martinez Ferrada, Minister of Tourism and Minister responsible for CED, a repayable contribution of $66,000 for the Brûlerie de l’Atlantique. This CED …

Canada-Germany Hydrogen Alliance

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Port Hawkesbury – Hydrogen will play an essential role in meeting global energy needs, whether in energy security, energy transition or the broader climate imperative. Canada’s vast natural resources, world-leading technology companies, and existing energy infrastructure position us as a secure and reliable supplier of clean hydrogen. That is why the Government of Canada is continuing its work and support …

CBSA modifies hours of service at Stanstead Route 143 border crossing

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Ottawa – The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) announced that, effective August 1, 2024, the hours of service at the Stanstead Route 143 border crossing will be 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., seven days a week. The new service hours align with the hours of operation at the corresponding U.S. port of entry at Derby Line Route 5. In general, …

Canada Expands Clean, Reliable, Affordable Electricity

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Halifax – From our homes to our businesses to our workplaces, electricity powers our lives and our economy. Building a clean, reliable and affordable electricity grid is a crucial economic and environmental pursuit. The private sector is increasingly prioritizing access to clean electricity to stay competitive and seize new economic opportunities, including in the emerging and growing industries of hydrogen …

Nova Scotia Unveils Plan to Drive Economic Growth, Create Jobs

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Halifax – The Government of Canada and the Province of Nova Scotia are working together to build a low-carbon economy that drives clean growth and creates good, sustainable jobs throughout the province and across the country. The Canada-Nova Scotia Regional Energy and Resource Table (NS Regional Table) is a key vehicle for driving economic prosperity now and into the future. Launched …

Supporting rural economic development in St Anthony

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Over $584,000 invested in community organizations on the Great Northern Peninsula St. Anthony – Atlantic Canada is a destination of choice, attracting visitors from around the world. The governments of Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador continue to invest in rural communities, helping them realize their economic potential while creating new tourism opportunities and meaningful employment for residents and visitors alike. …

Helping Canadians identify misinformation online

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MONTRÉAL – Discerning fact from fiction in our online world has become an increasingly difficult problem. However, with the growing sophistication of online misinformation, it can be challenging to trust what you read online. Pascale St‑Onge, Minister of Canadian Heritage, announced funding to the Université de Montréal for their project to combat online misinformation. This project will develop a website …

Connecting Internationally-Trained Jobseekers with Employers

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BRAMPTON — The Ontario government is investing over $500,000 through the Skills Development Fund (SDF) Training Stream in two projects in Brampton. These projects will provide free training to more than 1,200 internationally-trained jobseekers, helping them land careers in in-demand and rewarding fields, while meeting the needs of local employers. “As Ontario continues to attract record private sector investments that are creating …

Creating Over 1,000 New Student Housing Spaces in London

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London – The Ontario government’s efforts to cut red tape through the Cutting Red Tape to Build More Homes Act, 2024 is helping build more new student housing faster to address their specific housing needs while freeing up affordable homes for individuals and families in the City of London. Paul Calandra, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, made the announcement today while visiting Western …

Investing $3.5M in Mass Timber Manufacturer to Build More Homes Faster

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ST. THOMAS – The Ontario government is investing $3.46 million in Element5 to help the mass timber manufacturer expand its operations. The company is Ontario’s first certified manufacturer of cross-laminated timber, part of the fast-growing field of advanced wood construction which builds faster and more efficiently than traditional building materials. This funding will more than triple the company’s production, creating …