New agreement will support increased trade and job creation in both jurisdictions OTTAWA — Ontario and Michigan are building on their longstanding economic relationship through a new partnership that will increase trade, attract investment and encourage job creation in both jurisdictions. The new Economic Cooperation Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) will support joint initiatives in priority areas, such as electric vehicles …
Trudeau makes major cabinet shuffle
Ottawa – Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has made major changes to his cabinet since 2015. Here are some of the big changes: Anita Anand becomes Treasury Board president Bill Blair becomes defence minister Dominic LeBlanc becomes public safety, democratic institutions, and intergovernmental affairs minister Sean Fraser becomes minister of housing, infrastructure and communities Pablo Rodriguez becomes transport minister and maintains …
Canadian donations and military support to Ukraine
Ottawa – Canada`s Minister of National Defence, Anita Anand has said “Canada’s support for Ukraine is unwavering. Since February 2022, Canada has committed over $1.5 billion in military assistance to Ukraine – and we will continue to help Ukrainians defend their freedom.” Military Donations Since February 2022, Canada has committed over $1.5 billion in military assistance to Ukraine. We continue …
Legendary British footballer Trevor Franis dies at 69
London – Legendary British footballer Trevor Francis has died at age 69 after experiencing a heart attack in Spain, according to a family spokesman. He was Britain’s first £1 million footballer. A statement shared on behalf of his family with ITV, said: “Trevor Francis has died at the age of 69. He had a heart attack at his apartment in Spain …
Doja Cat and her tattoos
LA – Singer Doja Cat recently went bald in an Instagram post and flaunted the fresh pink-dyed buzz cut with eight-legged creature’s tattoo on the back of her head. She shaved her head off during streaming live on Instagram last year as well.
Contributing to Canada’s 2 Billion Trees Program
Edmonton – A nature-based climate solution, forests and trees contribute to biodiversity, protect and conserve water resources, and lower emissions by capturing and storing excess carbon. In doing so, they clean the air we breathe and help cool urban centres. That is why the Government of Canada is committed to planting two billion trees over 10 years. Randy Boissonnault, Minister …
Funds offered to CAMH for 3-digit number to prevent suicide
The 9-8-8: Suicide Crisis Helpline will be available across Canada on November 30, 2023 Toronto – Suicide is a serious public health issue that impacts people of all ages and backgrounds across the country. The Government of Canada is taking steps to ensure that everyone in Canada has access to suicide prevention resources and other crisis supports – whenever and …
Supporting business innovation, economic growth for newcomer entrepreneurs
Over $3-million investment to support innovation and growth of 100 businesses led and/or owned by newcomer entrepreneurs Toronto – Newcomers to Canada have tremendous potential to contribute to a thriving, diverse economy. The Government of Canada is committed to supporting newcomer entrepreneurs by providing the mentorship, resources, and tools they need to succeed in building and growing their businesses here …
Phasing out inefficient fossil fuel subsidies
Montréal – The Government of Canada is committed to investing in a strong, sustainable economic future that will deliver good, middle‑class jobs, clean air, and energy security for generations to come. Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, released the Inefficient Fossil Fuel Subsidies Government of Canada Self‑Review Assessment Framework and the Inefficient Fossil Fuel Subsidies Government of Canada Guidelines, which were …
Ontario Breaks Ground on Long-Term Care Home in Chatham-Kent
CHATHAM — Construction is underway at St. Angela’s Meadow Care Centre, a redeveloped long-term care home in Chatham-Kent. This is part of the Ontario government’s $6.4 billion commitment to build more than 30,000 new beds by 2028 and 28,000 upgraded long-term care beds across the province. “Congratulations to St. Angela’s Meadow Care Centre on their ground-breaking for an upgraded, modernized …