OSIRIS-REx asteroid sample on its way to Earth!

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Longueuil – On September 24, 2023, NASA‘s OSIRIS-REx mission will deliver a sample of asteroid Bennu on Earth. Analyzing the sample could revolutionize our understanding of the solar system’s history, how our planet formed, and possibly the origin of water and life on Earth. Sample return Media interested in interviews with Canadian experts, including members of the Canadian science team, contacted the Canadian Space Agency’s (CSA) Media Relations Office …

Swallowtail Keepers Society Restores National New Brunswick Tourism Icon

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Grand Manan – Communities flourish when local businesses and organizations have the infrastructure and resources to create memorable experiences for visitors and residents. The Government of Canada is investing to support improvements to a key tourism site in Grand Manan. Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development and Minister responsible for ACOA, announced an investment of $85,000 through ACOA’s Innovative …

Brampton’s 1st-ever Certified Commercial Kitchen now issued

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BRAMPTON – The City of Brampton has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) seeking proponents to operate its new certified Commercial Kitchen project. Once operational, the commercial kitchen will serve as a culinary hub and food incubator in the heart of Brampton’s Downtown Innovation District by creating a public health-certified commercial kitchen space for chefs, cooks, bakers, private caterers, and …

Tr’ondëk-Klondike inscribed on Unesco World Heritage List

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This serial property comprised of eight distinct heritage locations is a living record of a period of profound change and upheaval for Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in with the onset of colonial expansion Gatineau – During yesterday’s proceedings at the 45th session of the World Heritage Committee in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Tr’ondëk-Klondike, located in the homeland of Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in in northwestern Canada, was inscribed …

Minister O’Regan speaks on International Equal Pay Day

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Gatineau – Minister of Labour, Seamus O’Regan Jr., issued the following statement marking International Equal Pay Day: “For every dollar a man earns in Canada, a woman earns about 90 cents. For a woman of colour, that gap is even bigger. Not only do women earn less on average – they’re less likely to receive bonus pay. When they do, …

Brampton recognizing Pollution Prevention Week 

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BRAMPTON – From September 18 to 22, the City of Brampton is recognizing Pollution Prevention Week and reminding residents, visitors and businesses of the importance of protecting the natural environment. Pollution Prevention Week is an annual campaign aimed at raising awareness of everyday actions that can be taken to reduce and prevent pollutants from entering the environment. This year, Brampton will …

Monitoring lobster fishing in Southwest Nova Scotia

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Halifax – Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) officials remain actively engaged in Southwest Nova Scotia, meeting with Indigenous harvesters, groups and organizations, as well as commercial fishing associations. Open, honest and clear dialogue remains the best way to raise concerns and to find solutions for everyone involved in the lobster fishery. Fishery officers are closely monitoring lobster fishing in the region and …

Brampton hosts Inaugural Food and Beverage Processing Summit

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Mayor and elected officials welcome government and industry leaders to address labour issues and increase collaboration within the sector BRAMPTON – The City of Brampton hosted the inaugural Brampton Food and Beverage Processing Summit. The summit included participation and support by all levels of government. Local food and beverage companies participated and included Maple Lodge Foods, Italpasta, Sofina Foods and …

Toronto opens applications for PollinateTO Grants

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Toronto – Applications are now open for the City of Toronto’s PollinateTO Grants program. Through the program, the City offers grants of up to $5,000 to support community-led initiatives that result in the creation or expansion of pollinator habitat on public and private lands in Toronto. A priority will be placed on funding projects in Toronto’s Neighbourhood Improvement Areas. Projects …

Toronto recognized as Canada’s first ‘Best Workplace for Commuters’

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Toronto – The City of Toronto has been recognized as Canada’s first ‘Best Workplace for Commuters’ for supporting and encouraging employees to commute to work in sustainable ways – by transit, cycling, walking, carpooling – and also by offering hybrid work. Awarded by Best Workplaces for Commuters (BWC), a North American organization that recognizes and supports workplaces providing exceptional commuter …