Yellowknife – Canada’s 2023 wildfire season was the most destructive ever recorded. It resulted in widespread evacuations, loss of personal property and businesses, and damage to critical infrastructure. During the 2023 wildfire season, Indigenous governments and organizations stepped up to support communities their communities during evacuations in the Northwest Territories, which forced 70% of the population from their homes. The …
Saskatchewan – Bridges and culverts in communities across Saskatchewan will be replaced or upgraded after a combined investment of more than $8.2 million from the federal and provincial governments along with municipalities. These 12 projects were announced by Minister Dan Vandal and Minister Don McMorris. The new bridges will create safer and more efficient local routes. Investing in culverts will ease …
Craven — Communities across Saskatchewan are upgrading critical public infrastructure through 34 projects after a joint investment of more than $51 million from the federal and provincial governments. Announced by Minister Dan Vandal and Minister Don McMorris, these projects will ensure the continued availability of a safe and reliable drinking water supply and the effective treatment of wastewater for generations to come. The Village …
Winnipeg — The Manitoba Theatre for Young People (MTYP) will receive accessibility and environmental upgrades after an investment of more than $1.3 million from the federal government. Announced by Minister Dan Vandal, and Suzanne Munroe, MTYP Board Chair, this project will provide a more inclusive and sustainable space for the community to gather and express their creativity. The funding will help provide barrier-free access …
Iqaluit – Northerners know best about what it takes to combat food insecurity, and the Government of Canada is making strategic investments to improve accessibility and affordability of food in Northern communities. The most innovative solutions are often found in the community and municipal organizations that deal with these issues everyday, know their clientele, and leverage local knowledge and resources. …
Ottawa – Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations; Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, Minister responsible for PrairiesCan and CanNor; Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, Minister responsible for FedNor; and Member of Parliament Jenica Atwin, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Indigenous Services issued the following statement: “Today marks the second annual National Ribbon Skirt Day. January 4th provides …
Over $2.1 million through PrairiesCan will enable Alberta technology firms to ramp up commercialization of in-demand mobility and home health technologies. Edmonton – Small- and medium-sized health technology companies play a vital role in developing innovative solutions that contribute to the quality of life of Canadians of all ages and abilities. These technologies are pivotal in enabling many older …
Winnipeg – Northern and isolated communities are feeling the global rise in food prices, especially as regional food security is affected by high transportation costs. The Government of Canada continues to work directly with Indigenous and northern partners to support local, innovative solutions to help the most vulnerable members access healthy food in northern and isolated communities. Dan Vandal, Minister …
Funding will be used to develop and carry out an Inuit mentoring program and increase representation across the sector Iqaluit – Fisheries are at the heart of Inuit communities across Nunavut. In recent decades, it has grown into a cornerstone economic sector for the territory, providing jobs in communities both onshore and offshore. Since 2004, the Nunavut Fisheries and Marine …
Over $4.6 million of PrairiesCan funding supports jobs and innovation for greener growth in Manitoba Winnipeg – People living and working on the Prairies are taking action and leading the way as Canada works towards and builds on the advantages of a net-zero economy. At Manitoba Environmental Industries Association (MEIA), Dan Vandal, Minister for PrairiesCan, announced over $4.6 million in …
