Ottawa – Canada-Republic of Korea Foreign and Defence (2+2) Ministerial Meeting joint statement said: We, the ministers of foreign affairs and ministers of national defence of Canada and the Republic of Korea (ROK) met on November 1, 2024, in Ottawa, Canada, for the inaugural Canada-ROK Foreign and Defence (2+2) Ministerial Meeting (“the ministerial”). The ministerial builds upon the elevation of …
Encouraging Albertans to `Rat on Rats`
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, …
18th annual Fall Stars Game is tonight at 8pm
Arizona – The 18th annual Fall Stars Game is set for 8pm ET tonight at Mesa’s Sloan Park, and fans have the last word on the rosters. MLB.com’s Fall Stars Final 2 Vote was opened earlier with one spot on the American League team and one on the National League team to be determined by the Final 2 results. Polls …
Pfizer Canada Healthcare Hub
Ottawa – As part of Pfizer Canada’s ongoing commitment to transform lives through the power of purpose-driven innovation, the Pfizer Canada Healthcare Hub brings together the best and brightest of Canada’s tech industry to champion better patient care. The Healthcare Hub is driven in partnership with Communitech, a Canadian technology supercharger that facilitates collaboration between industry partners and a national network …
Empowering Early Breast Cancer Detection through Innovation
Ottawa – Every day in Canada, someone’s life is forever changed by a breast cancer diagnosis. Whether it’s a young mother chasing her dreams or someone enjoying the next chapter of retirement, breast cancer touches all ages and backgrounds. However, access to care, particularly early detection, varies drastically depending on where you live. This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we explore …
Statement by Minister Khera on Hindu Heritage Month
OTTAWA – Kamal Khera, Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, spoke on Hindu Heritage Month. She said: We join Hindu communities across Canada in celebrating the start of Hindu Heritage Month! With origins dating back more than 5,000 years, Hinduism is the world’s oldest belief system. As the world’s third-largest religion, Hinduism is practised by 1 billion people …
Celebrating Small Business Month in Canada
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 …
Minister Hussen announces multi-year funding for UN Refugee Agency
Ottawa – Forced displacement of individuals has reached record levels worldwide this year, as millions are driven from their homes by escalating conflicts, emerging crises, persecution and the effects of climate change. This has resulted in unprecedented humanitarian needs, requiring global cooperation to help the world’s most vulnerable. The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, today announced funding of …
Fed projects for Veterans experiencing, at risk of homelessness
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, …
Trans Mountain Expansion Project
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 …