Minister Joly congratulated Israel on its upcoming 75th anniversary

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Ottawa – Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, recently held a bilateral discussion with Eli Cohen, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Israel. Minister Joly and Minister Cohen discussed Canada and Israel’s strong, multidimensional and enduring friendship, driven by close people-to-people ties as Canada is home to the world’s third largest Jewish diaspora. Minister Joly congratulated Israel on its upcoming 75th …

Increasing Canada’s capacity to manufacture critical medicines

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Over $80.5 million in federal funding for an Edmonton-based initiative will enable early-stage companies to bring new pharmaceutical products to market and develop talent in Alberta’s life sciences sector Edmonton – Canada is home to leading-edge research and expertise in the health and life sciences sector. The federal government is collaborating with all orders of government, industry, academic institutions, and …

Introducing Fines for Withholding Worker Passports

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Businesses and people who take advantage of vulnerable workers could face millions in fines TORONTO — The Ontario government is introducing the Working for Workers Act, 2023, which would, if passed, continue to lead the country in providing ground-breaking protections for workers. Announced today as part of the legislation are changes that would strengthen protections for vulnerable and migrant workers by establishing …

Ana Bailão’s candidacy to be Toronto’s first female mayor gets support

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Toronto – A new era of revolution is coming to Toronto. Ana Bailão, who has over 20 years of senior leadership experience in government, private and non-profit sector governance, looks forward to making the city more livable, inclusive and affordable. Toronto – Recently, Sharifa Khan, an influential community leader in the multicultural community, has declared her full support for Ana …

Improved operations at Crosby Molasses to help Saint John firm grow

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Saint John –  The food and beverage processing industry is the second largest manufacturing industry in Canada. Crosby Molasses Company Ltd., a leading Canadian food manufacturer based in Saint John, New Brunswick, is receiving an operational boost from the Government of Canada to support its continued growth and contribute to the economic well-being of the Atlantic region. Federal investment supports …

Investing $1.28M to support youth experiencing eating disorders 

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Funding is part of a commitment of $100 million to support the mental health of those most affected by COVID-19 Halifax – The Government of Canada understands that mental health is health, and is working to ensure that all people in Canada, regardless of where they live, have access to the vital mental health supports they need. This includes young …

RCAF fighter squadrons take part in Exercise Cougar South in New Orleans

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Winnipeg – Several Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) tactical fighter squadrons and support units are participating in a major exercise at Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base (NAS JRB) New Orleans, Louisiana until late April. Exercise Cougar South runs from mid-March until April 24.  Personnel from 3 Wing, Bagotville, Quebec; 4 Wing, Cold Lake, Alberta; 8 Wing, Trenton, Ontario; and …

Canada continues to invest in domestic vaccine production 

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Investment in Jubilant HollisterStier will strengthen Canada’s biomanufacturing capacity for vaccine and therapeutics production to protect Canadians against future health threats March 16, 2023 – Kirkland, Quebec The Government of Canada continues to make significant investments to strengthen Canada’s biomanufacturing and life sciences sector. Our approach prioritizes innovative solutions and long-term domestic biomanufacturing capacity right here at home. Since March 2020, over …

Modernizing Royal Winnipeg Ballet’s campus with $2m in funding

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WINNIPEG – Investing in Canada’s cultural infrastructure improves access for all Canadians to arts and culture, contributes to the economy, and provides essential opportunities for artists and performers. Terry Duguid, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Member of Parliament (Winnipeg South), announced $2 million in funding for the Royal Winnipeg Ballet’s campus expansion and modernization …