Ottawa – Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, announced the composition of Canada’s inaugural Women Veterans Council. The Council will consist of twelve women from diverse ranks, backgrounds, perspectives and lived experiences. Their experiences will ensure that a wide-range of voices are represented on the Council to inform the work of …
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, …
Ottawa – The peacekeeping operation in Cyprus, known as Operation Snowgoose, began in 1964 and continues today. It is one of Canada’s longest and best-known overseas military commitments, with approximately 28,000 serving there over the years. A Canadian contingent served on the island from 1964 to 1993, with 28 Canadian serving members giving their lives in service to the mission. …
Ottawa – The Sexual Misconduct Support and Resource Centre (SMSRC) is committed to improving access to support services for individuals affected by sexual misconduct within the Defence community. The SMSRC launched its 2024-25 call for applications for the Community Support for Sexual Misconduct Survivors Grant Program. This initiative aims to broaden the availability of support services and strengthen collaboration between community-based organizations …
Charlottetown – Making the switch from home heating oil to a heat pump will save Canadians thousands of dollars each year on their energy bills. By driving down both energy bills and harmful pollution, the benefits of switching to a heat pump are clear, and the Government of Canada has been bringing these benefits to Canadians through the Oil to …
Moncton – Canadians deserve safe, reliable, and resilient transportation systems to connect their growing communities, keep people moving and grow our economy. That’s why the Government of Canada is investing in essential local infrastructure, to build vibrant communities and strong regions for the next generation. The Minister of Transport, Pablo Rodriguez, joined by the Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister …
Ottawa – Veterans sacrificed so much to safeguard and preserve the Canada we see today. The Government of Canada is committed to ensuring Veterans, as well as those who work to support them, are appropriately honoured. Following the National Stakeholder Summit and before the Women Veterans Forum happening this week in Montreal, Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Veterans Affairs and …
Ottawa – Overcoming racism, members of No.2 Construction Battalion made a significant contribution to Canada’s First World War effort; their service must be recognized and honoured. To increase awareness and to educate Canadians of the invaluable history of No. 2 Construction Battalion, Canada’s only all-Black battalion-sized formation, the Government of Canada is launching a call for applications through Veteran Affairs …
Charlottetown – VAC works to serve Veterans and their families by offering targeted services and benefits to improve their well-being. The Minister of Veterans Affairs, Ginette Petitpas Taylor met with Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) employees in Charlottetown and across the country to outline a new investment that will result in more effective and timely service to Veterans and their families. …
Moncton – Gender equality depends on all people having the opportunity to participate fully in Canada’s economic, social, and political life. Removing the systemic barriers impeding women’s progress and advancement, while recognizing and addressing the diverse experiences of gender inequality across the country will ensure a better future for all Canadians. Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and …
