Edmonton – The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is exploring safe, secure and innovative ways to deliver a better and faster border experience for travellers entering Canada. The Advance Declaration is available to all travellers arriving on international flights at the Edmonton International Airport (YEG). Express lanes are also available in the customs areas for travellers who complete their Advance …
Brampton calls on Ontario to address homelessness crisis
Dire need for increased affordable housing options, further social supports BRAMPTON – The City of Brampton is calling on the province to work with municipalities on a concrete plan to address the homelessness crisis. The City of Brampton is committed to working with all levels of government on a range of housing, social service and health solutions and is asking …
Centre Stage celebrates 2022/2023 season with grand finale
Brampton – Performing Arts Brampton is hosting its final presentation of the 2022/2023 Centre Stage program in which local youth spent several months learning from industry professionals. In this final showcase presentation, youth performers will entertain audiences with dance, theatre, music and more. Centre Stage is a free training program for young artists from Brampton and beyond, who are passionate …
New legislation to create beneficial ownership registry
New bill proposes to amend law to further increase corporate transparency and accountability Ottawa – The Government of Canada is committed to protecting Canadians against money laundering and terrorist financing, deterring tax evasion and tax avoidance, and making sure Canada is an attractive place to conduct business. François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, introduced proposed legislation in Parliament …
New electric school buses for students in St Albert
St Albert – Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Tourism and Associate Minister of Finance and Member of Parliament for Edmonton Centre, and Duncan McIntyre, CEO of Highland Electric Fleets, announced more than $2.9 million in joint funding for the purchase of five zero emission school buses and related charging infrastructure to service the St. Albert Public School Division. These new electric …
Ontario 2023 Budget delivers plan for a resilient economy today and in the future
TORONTO — Minister of Finance Peter Bethlenfalvy has released Ontario’s 2023 Budget: Building a Strong Ontario. It is a plan that navigates ongoing global economic uncertainty with a responsible, targeted approach to help people and businesses today while laying a strong fiscal foundation for future generations. “Ontario’s economy remains resilient, but the road ahead continues to be uncertain,” said Minister …
Trudeau, Sophie hosts US President Biden, First Lady Dr Jill
Ottawa – Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Sophie Grégoire Trudeau hosted the President of the United States of America, Joe Biden, and the First Lady of the United States of America, Dr Jill Biden. Biden and first lady were given warm welcome from Canadian cabinet ministers and foreign affairs officials, followed by a brief meeting with Gov. Gen. Mary Simon …
Moderna quadruples Covid-19 vaccine price
NEW YORK-Bernie Sanders, Democratic Senator criticised Moderna price hike, saying it shows “unprecedented level of corporate greed” in the pharmaceutical industry. “And that is certainly true with Moderna.” Moderna has been charging $15-$26 for doses. The US government subsidized $1.7 billion of Moderna’s research at the outbreak of pandemic and then purchased $10 billion worth of vaccine, Sanders said at …
Bianca Andreescu beats Emma Raducanu, Leylah pips Lesia
MIAMI – Bianca Andreescu and Leylah Fernandez won first-round of the women’s singles draw at the Miami Open. Andreescu from Mississauga, defeated Britain’s Emma Raducanu 6-3, 3-6, 6-2, while Fernandez of Laval, defeated Ukraine’s Lesia Tsurenko 6-4, 6-3 at the WTA/Masters 1000 tennis tournament.
Plains of Abraham to Host Main Stage of Festival d’été de Québec
Québec – An unparalleled gathering place in the heart of the city, the Plains of Abraham will once again welcome the biggest acts of the Festival d’été de Québec (FEQ). This partnership, which has run for over 20 years, boosts the reputation of the Plains while also offering a unique experience to the public in a natural gathering place. FEQ …