Iqaluit – Community spaces are an important place for people to come together, experience new things, and gather with their friends, families and neighbours. In Iqaluit, the city’s Franco-Centre has for decades operated a multi-use venue for francophones, Inuit and the general public to participate in a wide variety of cultural and local events that enrich life in the community. …
Investing in drinking water, wastewater infrastructure upgrades in Saskatchewan
Loreburn – Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, PrairiesCan and CanNor, and Laura Ross, Saskatchewan’s Minister of Parks, Culture and Sport announced a joint investment of more than $1.7 million to support two green projects in the province. Funding will support upgrades to the Danielson Provincial Park sewage lagoon to ensure it complies with regulatory requirements. This work will include …
Investing in Calgary’s technology firms
Over $6 million through PrairiesCan will help establish a new Technology Integration Centre and enable Calgary businesses to access capital, talent, and new markets. Calgary – Small and medium-sized companies play a vital role in developing innovative products and services that contribute to a more diverse Prairie economy. The Government of Canada is investing in initiatives that help businesses across …
Supporting women’s entrepreneurship, Indigenous economic growth across Yukon
CanNor funding of $200,000 to dänä Näye Ventures creates additional financing opportunities for Indigenous women-owned businesses Whitehorse – The Government of Canada is continuing to make important investments to ensure a strong economy in communities across the North. Traditionally underserved businesses, particularly those that are women-owned or Indigenous-owned, are an important pillar to regional economic growth, providing a wide spectrum …
Federal funding to bring artisans, buyers to downtown Winnipeg
Over $308,000 to support a unique makerspace for crafters and artisans to collaborate at The Forks Market Winnipeg – A meeting place dating back 6,000 years, The Forks is one of Winnipeg’s most important landmarks. From the establishment of the trading post at Fort Rouge to being a key site of early development of the Canadian railway, The Forks has …
Support for new Red River Métis National Heritage Centre
Winnipeg – Creating equal and inclusive economic opportunities is a vital step towards reconciliation. Advancing the government-to-government partnership between the Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF), and the Government of Canada will create more economic activity in the Red River Métis community. Dan Vandal, Minister for PrairiesCan, and President David Chartrand of the MMF announced a federal investment of $4.98 million to …
$7.7m for sustainable farming practices in Manitoba Métis Federation
Winnipeg – Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, Minister responsible for PrairiesCan and CanNor, and Member of Parliament for Saint Boniface–Saint Vital, announced a total investment of up to $7.7 million for the Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF). Through the Agricultural Climate Solutions – On-Farm Climate Action Fund, MMF will receive up to $7.2 million to help Red River Métis farmers …
$100,000 for Post-doctoral Fellows to advance scientific research
Cambridge Bay – Polar Knowledge Canada (POLAR) announces the first recipients of its new post-doctoral research fellowship. The 2023-2024 fellows will work closely with northern research institutions on projects that advance Polar Knowledge Canada’s science and technology goals. Each fellow receives a $50,000 grant to support their project. POLAR’s Fellowship Program is designed to: Connect post-doctoral candidates and visiting researchers with …
Investing in revitalization of Broadway’s tree canopy in Winnipeg
Winnipeg – Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs and Minister responsible for PrairiesCan and CanNor and Member of Parliament for Saint Boniface-Saint Vital, and Scott Gillingham, Mayor of the City of Winnipeg, announced a joint investment of more than $5.4 million to support the Trees on Broadway project. Broadway is a historic street located in Winnipeg’s downtown. Due to various factors, …
Bringing food banks to Indigenous communities in Ontario
Ottawa – Everyone should have access to nutritious and affordable food, no matter where they live. Factors such as long travel distances and socioeconomic challenges make Northerners more vulnerable to food insecurity than those living in southern Canada. Recognizing the challenges that northern and isolated communities face are complex, the Government of Canada continues to work with partners to build …