Federal govt, Petawawa invest in active transportation

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Petawawa — A 1.4km asphalt multi-use pathway has been constructed along Laurentian Drive after a joint investment of $435,500 from the federal government and municipal governments. This project boosts Petawawa’s existing reputation as a bicycle-friendly community and makes active transportation available to individuals using mobility and accessibility devices. As a car-free way to get around, the pathway connects the community and visitors to recreational facilities, …

Investing in flood reduction capacity in Peterborough

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Peterborough — The new downtown flood reduction project in Peterborough, supported by an $11-million investment from the federal government, will replace an existing storm sewer and help improve water flow and drainage, significantly reducing the impact of extreme weather events for homes and businesses. A 2004 storm brought severe rainfall and caused significant flood damage to downtown Peterborough. It disrupted residential …

Province Breaks Ground on Ontario Line’s Queen Station

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TORONTO — The Ontario government has started excavation work at the Ontario Line’s Queen Station, marking another milestone in the province’s plan to protect Ontario by building world-class transit, reducing gridlock and creating thousands of good-paying jobs in Canada’s fastest-growing city. “Under the leadership of Premier Ford, we’re building the Ontario Line to keep people moving across the city with …

Canada invests in BC tech sector as it welcomes world to Vancouver

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Vancouver – British Columbia is driving Canada’s innovation economy as one of the nation’s fastest-growing tech powerhouses. With over 12,000 companies employing more than 182,000 highly skilled workers, B.C.’s tech sector punches well above its weight. PacifiCan is fueling BC’s dynamic tech ecosystem by championing homegrown innovation and advancing solutions that tackle real-world challenges. In 2023, PacifiCan announced a $9.9 …

Carney sworn in as PM, picks up new cabinet 

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Ottawa – After being sworn-in as the new Prime Minister, Mark Carney announced his new cabinet. Details are as follows: Maninder Sidhu is taking on the foreign affairs role Melanie Joly is minister of industry and minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for the Quebec regions Finance Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne is minister of national revenue to his responsibilities. Dominic LeBlanc is …