London – At a plaque unveiling ceremony yesterday in London, United Kingdom (UK), Ron Hallman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Parks Canada, along with Bernard Thériault, Chair of the Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada, attended an event hosted by Ralph Goodale, High Commissioner of Canada in the UK. The event commemorated the national historic significance of the establishment …
Australia, Canada, NZ release statement after APEC Ministerial Meetings on Ukraine war
Ottawa – The governments of Australia, Canada and New Zealand today issued the following statement after the APEC ministerial meetings on human resources development, education and trade: “We express our unwavering support for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) and are fully committed to helping Korea, as APEC Chair in 2025, deliver a successful host year. “We are united in our …
Get pensions, benefits if you lived, worked in Netherlands, Canada
Ottawa – If you have lived or worked in the Netherlands and in Canada, or you are the survivor of someone who has lived or worked in the Netherlands and in Canada, you may be eligible for pensions or benefits from the Netherlands or Canada, or both. The Agreement on Social Security between Canada and the Netherlands came into force …
Establishing Canada’s first large-scale bioinnovation centre
Nova Scotia · Strengthening the biomanufacturing sector creates opportunities, supports Canadian production and moves our country towards a more sustainable future. The Government of Canada is investing to help position Nova Scotia as a leader in life sciences, clean tech, health tech and precision fermentation. Building a world-class facility for biomanufacturing, clean tech Darren Fisher, MPt for Dartmouth – Cole Harbour, …
Canada recognizes national historic significance of Hôpital-Général de Québec Monastery
Québec – Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Canadian Culture and Identity, Parks Canada, and Jean-Yves Duclos, Member of Parliament for Québec, announced the designation of the Hôpital-Général de Québec Monastery as a national historic site under Parks Canada’s National Program of Historical Commemoration. The Hôpital-Général de Québec monastery, located at the intersection of the Saint-Roch and Saint-Sauveur neighbourhoods in the city …
Canada supports Cedar LNG for healthy environment
Ottawa – The Government of Canada understands the importance of diversifying Canada’s export market opportunities, supporting Indigenous economic reconciliation objectives and ensuring development is aligned with our climate and environmental goals. Supporting large-scale innovative projects will position Canada for a cleaner and stronger economy—and when done thoughtfully and strategically, one that is competitive in a low-carbon world. The Cedar LNG …
Canada advances innovative aerospace nano-coating technologies
Prince Edward Island – Prince Edward Island (PEI) is home to some of Canada’s most innovative and export-driven industries, including aerospace. As part of our long-standing support for a strong aerospace sector, the Government of Canada is making investments that will foster innovation and help create well-paying local jobs. Anita Anand, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, announced that the …
What do Canada’s new sanctions against Myanmar military regime mean?
Ottawa – Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, recently announced sanctions against 13 Myanmar senior government officials and 3 entities for undermining the peace, security and stability of the country and contributing to gross human rights violations. The sanctions announced today respond to gross and systematic human rights violations committed by individuals in Myanmar’s Ministry of Defence and the Armed …
Canada supports the Confederacy of Mainland Mi’kmaq’s Aquatic Guardians Program
Halifax – Indigenous Guardians are “eyes and ears on the ground” stewarding traditional territories, and a unique example of reconciliation in action. They monitor ecological health, helping to protect ecosystems, species, and cultural heritage, while strengthening the social and cultural ties of their communities. Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Canadian Culture and Identity, Parks Canada, announced $1 million in funding over …
Consultations on trade measures to prevent diversion of steel products into Canada
Ottawa – Canadian steel producers and workers are facing potential harm from the threat of increased steel imports into Canada, triggered by the unjustified 25 per cent tariffs the United States (U.S.) imposed on steel products from all countries. François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance and Anita Anand, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry announced the launch of a 30-day public …