TORONTO — The Ontario government is investing $3 million over three years in Helmets to Hardhats Canada to help 650 active and former Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members transition to civilian life by training them for careers in Ontario’s construction sector. This investment will help fill a gap in Ontario’s employment and training resources, while addressing the unique needs and experiences of our …
Paulatuk – National parks are gateways to discovering, learning about, and connecting with nature. Parks Canada is a recognized leader in conservation and takes actions to protect national parks and national marine conservation areas and contributes to the recovery of species at risk. The management plan for Tuktut Nogait National Park was tabled in Parliament recently. Reviewed every ten years, …
Ottawa – Whether it be a threat from external bad actors, or taxpayers willfully submitting fraudulent returns, the CRA is standing on guard. Protecting taxpayer accounts In today’s increasingly digital world, safeguarding sensitive information against constantly evolving threats is critical for every organization, including the CRA. The protection of taxpayer information remains one of our highest priorities. Recognizing that even …
BRAMPTON, ON— The City of Brampton continues to strengthen its commitment to traffic safety by installing 40 additional Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) cameras, getting one step closer to its goal of 185 cameras by the end of summer 2025. These newly installed cameras advance the City’s ongoing efforts to curb speeding and improve road safety for all. These cameras build on …
TORONTO – With the support of all parties in the legislature, the Ontario government is proposing amendments to the Election Finances Act that would, if passed, extend the payment of quarterly allowances to registered political parties and constituency associations for another two years. These payments are currently scheduled to expire at the end of this year, on December 31, 2024. The proposed changes would …
HAMILTON – The Ontario government is issuing a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for the Hamilton Light Rail Transit (LRT), bringing the province one step closer to getting shovels in the ground on major construction for a key transit project that will carry 50,000 daily riders across one of Ontario’s fastest-growing cities. “Our government is making real progress on our historic plan …
Edmonton – A new campaign is reminding Albertans to do their part to help keep Alberta rat-free. For more than 70 years, Alberta has proudly been rat-free, meaning the province prevents the pest from establishing a permanent population while swiftly dealing with any infestations. That famous designation is thanks to the hard work and dedication of Rat Control Program staff, …
Ottawa – Rechie Valdez, Minister of Small Business, celebrated Small Business Month (SBM) by meeting with local entrepreneurs and business organizations to highlight the federal government supports that are available to help them thrive. Minister Valdez kicked off October by announcing that the federal government has negotiated lower credit card interchange fees by up to 27% for small businesses across Canada. These lower …
Ottawa – The federal government is partnering with Ottawa Innercity Ministries and Veterans’ House Canada to support Veterans experiencing, or at risk of, homelessness in Ottawa. Veterans’ House Canada is receiving over $2.6 million over four years and Ottawa Innercity Ministries is receiving over $1.1 million over four years through the Veteran Homelessness Program (VHP). This funding was announced by Minister Ginette Petitpas Taylor, MP Marie-France Lalonde, …
Ottawa – Remarks by the Deputy Prime Minister at the Standing Committee on Natural Resources Regarding the Trans Mountain Expansion Project: Our government acquired Trans Mountain Corporation and the Expansion Project in 2018 because we knew it was a necessary investment that would make Canada and the Canadian economy more sovereign and more resilient. I want to highlight four areas …
