Minister Vandal announces investments in technology, innovation in Saskatchewan

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Saskatoon – Saskatchewan’s economy is diverse and growing across multiple sectors. It is built on a strong entrepreneurial culture that fosters Indigenous economic reconciliation and is driven by new technologies that help meet the needs of Canadians and the world. Our government is supporting the success of Saskatchewan’s businesses and communities as they move towards net-zero emissions through a strategy …

Minister Blair visits Inuvik to highlight Our North, Strong and Free

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Inuvik – Bill Blair, Minister of National Defence, is in Inuvik for a three-day visit to highlight Canada’s Arctic-focused defence policy update, Our North, Strong and Free, and to meet with municipal, territorial, and Indigenous officials. Minister Blair is accompanied in Inuvik by Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs.. In his conversations, Minister Blair has made clear that as a growing …

Funding to help NWT communities monitor climate change 

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Yellowknife – The North and the Arctic are bearing the brunt of the effects of climate change. Building resiliency in Indigenous and northern communities through climate monitoring will help keep them safe and healthy and help avoid some of the steep and rising costs associated with extreme weather. Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, announced funding to help communities in …

Feds announce investments in critical minerals in Saskatchewan

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Saskatoon – Saskatchewan is internationally known for mining and exploration, and more recently getting recognition for critical minerals, including rare earth elements, which are used in electric vehicles (EVs), wind turbines, everyday electronics, and industrial uses. As the demand for critical minerals to power the clean economy is expected to double by 2030, according to the International Energy Agency, there …

Canada contributes to the adaptation of Star Wars to Anishinaabemowin (Ojibwe)

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WINNIPEG – The Government of Canada is committed to supporting Indigenous Peoples in their efforts to reclaim, revitalize, maintain and strengthen their languages, ensuring their vitality shines as brightly as the twin suns of Tatooine in a galaxy far, far away. Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs and Minister responsible for PrairiesCan and CanNor, attended the premiere of Anangong Miigaading, …

Kinosew Sipi Nanatawiwekamik Health Centre of Excellence opens

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Manitoba — Norway House Cree Nation celebrated the grand opening of Kinosew Sipi Nanatawiwekamik (Na-Na-Ta-We-Way-Ka-Mik) Health Centre of Excellence. The Kinosew Sipi Nanatawiwekamik Health Centre of Excellence is the largest health centre in Manitoba history that will be under First Nations control, providing community members access to a full range of health services close to home. The Kinosew Sipi Nanatawiwekamik Health …

Supporting Yukon First Nation artists

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Yukon – The cultural industries play a vital role in the Yukon’s economy. They contribute to employment, retail sales and the territory’s cultural tourism offerings. This important sector also supports community development and the preservation of cultural identity. Dr.Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for the Yukon, on behalf of  Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, Minister of PrairiesCan and CanNor, …

Supporting Yukon’s Airline to renew fleet, expand infrastructure

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Yukon – Airlines are a key driver of the Yukon economy. They provide skilled jobs, transport cargo, connect Yukoners to nearby communities and other Canadian cities and bring visitors to the territory, thus boosting local tourism. Dr Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for the Yukon, on behalf of Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, and Minister responsible for PrairiesCan and …

Minister Vandal announces federal investment for Winnipeg Folk Festival

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Winnipeg – Manitoba has a vibrant and diverse arts and culture scene, which is celebrated year-round and brings in visitors from around the world. A prime example is the Winnipeg Folk Festival, an event that has become synonymous with summer in Manitoba. Dan Vandal, Minister responsible for PrairiesCan and Member of Parliament for Saint Boniface-Saint Vital, announced a federal investment …

Supporting Yukon’s screen-based media industry

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Whitehorse – The Yukon’s screen media industry, including film, television and online media, brings significant benefits to people and communities in the territory, such as skilled employment, economic growth, cultural enrichment, and increased visibility on a national and global scale. Businesses and organizations that bring the territory’s stories, cultures and landscapes to the screen are drivers of the Yukon’s economy. …