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 …
Organization will use funding to renovate its new building and explore new opportunities to support animal rescue in Nunavut Iqaluit – The protection and treatment of animals keeps communities safe and our pets and other animals healthy. The Iqaluit Humane Society (IHS) is responsible for important services as an animal rescue organization across Nunavut, including free veterinary services to low-income …
Premier Kinew, Minister Vandal and Mayor Gillingham are collaborating to make Manitoba and Winnipeg stronger and more prosperous for everyone. Winnipeg – Dan Vandal, Minister responsible for PrairiesCan, Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew, and Winnipeg Mayor Scott Gillingham are meeting to discuss how their respective levels of government can better work together to deliver results for Manitobans. Priorities for the discussions …
CanNor’s funding will be used to support popular local trade show, strategic planning and entrepreneurship development Rankin Inlet – The Kivalliq Trade Show Society (KTSS) supports local businesses, the arts and entrepreneurship in the Kivalliq Region of Nunavut and plays an important role in the economic development of its communities. As investment continues to grow in the region, the society …
