Tokyo – Canada is committed to elevating its strategic partnership with Japan both bilaterally and within the dynamic and fast-growing Indo-Pacific region. Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today met with Hayashi Yoshimasa, Foreign Affairs Minister of Japan, in Tokyo. Reflecting on their deep bilateral relationship, bolstered by shared values of freedom, democracy, human rights and the rule of law, …
More than $7 million through PrairiesCan will help grow a diverse technology workforce by creating hundreds of jobs in the Calgary region Calgary – The Government of Canada is providing support for community-led innovation that creates opportunities for people with diverse talents and abilities to succeed. In and around Calgary, organizations are using collaborative, inclusive approaches to hire more diverse …
Gatineau – The Government of Canada is committed to upholding human rights and international labour standards. Engagement with counterparts and stakeholders helps Canada to develop policy based on best practices around the world. Today, the Minister of Labour, Seamus O’Regan Jr., concluded his participation in the 110th Session of the International Labour Conference in Geneva, Switzerland. The Minister took part in a …
Ottawa – The Bank of Canada today increased its target for the overnight rate to ½ %, with the Bank Rate at ¾ % and the deposit rate at ½ %. The Bank is continuing its reinvestment phase, keeping its overall holdings of Government of Canada bonds on its balance sheet roughly constant until such time as it becomes appropriate …
