Regina – The Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan have announced $19.5 million for an enhanced Pest Biosecurity Program through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership. The 5-year Pest Biosecurity Program will be delivered by the Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities (SARM). Funding is available to rural municipalities and First Nations to provide resources to help deal with invasive agricultural crop pests, …
LA – Jennifer Lopez has talked about the challenges of parenting two teenagers on Today show with host Hoda Kotb. She has twins, Max and Emme from ex-husband Marc Anthony, who turned 15. She said: “They’re becoming adults. Max and Emme – They’re, like, challenging everything and looking at everything. Which is great, for our world. I think they’re going to change …
Ottawa – The National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls highlighted the underlying systemic causes of ongoing violence against Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people. The COVID-19 pandemic also created unprecedented challenges for victims and survivors seeking help and the frontline organizations that support them. Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, announced over …
Ottawa – Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, Marie-Claude Bibeau, announced updated guidance for seed regulations that will provide clear direction for plant breeders so that Canadian farmers can access new seed varieties, enhance sustainable food production and be more resilient in the face of today’s challenges. The Government of Canada is also strengthening transparency measures for products of plant breeding …
Gatineau – At the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Government of Canada took unprecedented action to support Canadians and ensure a robust economic recovery. By March 2023, 865,000 more Canadians were employed than before the pandemic. However, higher inflation rates are making it difficult for many Canadians to make ends meet, and higher prices on essential goods are causing …
Sainte-Justine SME will receive $2.2M in financial assistance from CED. Sainte-Justine – SMEs have a key role to play in ensuring Quebec’s economic performance. They seek to innovate, grow, and prepare for the future and growth by boosting their competitiveness. That is why the Minister of Sport and Minister responsible for CED, Pascale St‑Onge, has announced a repayable contribution of $2.2M …
Ottawa – Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced that he and Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, and Whit Fraser will travel to the United Kingdom on May 6, 2023, to attend the Coronation of Canada’s new Monarch, His Majesty King Charles III. Prime Minister Trudeau will be accompanied by Sophie Grégoire Trudeau. They will be joined by Assembly of …
Moderna and Novocol Pharma partnership will create new jobs in Cambridge CAMBRIDGE — The Ontario government has secured a multi-million-dollar investment from Moderna Inc. to expand vaccine manufacturing and provide Ontarians with faster, more reliable access to life-saving vaccines. The Ontario government is supporting the project with a $4 million investment through the Ontario Together Fund. “Moderna’s new investment is a …
$33 million provincial investment expanding access to programs and services for Indigenous peoples and their families MUNCEY — Ontario has invested nearly $33 million in 2022-23 into over 100 mental health and addictions supports and programs designed to meet the needs of Indigenous communities across the province. “For generations, Indigenous communities and elders have taught the importance of community-based, culturally-informed …
Gatineau – As the warmer months approach, many young Canadians will be looking to secure meaningful work experiences for the summer. A summer job can serve as a valuable stepping stone to a successful career. Not only does it allow a young person to build work experience and develop new skills, it puts money in their pocket to cover expenses, …
