Lark Harbour – Small craft harbours are the heart of many coastal communities, bringing people together in work and play, while supporting jobs in the fish and seafood industry for over 45,000 Canadians. As part of Budget 2024, $463.3 million over three years will be invested for the repair and maintenance of small craft harbours, including those damaged by Hurricane Fiona, …
Investing $2b in high-speed internet for Canadians
Toronto – High-speed internet access is more essential than ever to keep Canadians connected. Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, highlighted that the Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) has invested more than $2 billion in eight internet service providers. This investment is supporting high-speed internet projects, connecting 430,000 more rural and remote Canadians households. Through the CIB’s partnerships with …
Expanding high-speed Internet access in Northern Ontario
Combined federal and provincial investment of over $97 million will connect more than 18,600 homes to high-speed Internet Sudbury – Fairness for every generation means making sure everyone in Canada has access to reliable and affordable high-speed Internet, no matter where they live. That is why the governments of Canada and Ontario are bringing high-speed Internet access to underserved communities—including …
Canada launches consultation to expand wireless services via satellites
Ottawa – Canadians need to be able to count on reliable telecom services no matter where they live. High-quality telecom services not only support economic and social activities but are also crucial for emergency services and public safety. François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, announced the launch of a consultation on a new spectrum policy as a first step …
Expanding high-speed Internet access in Alberta
Combined federal and provincial investment of $153 million will connect more than 14,400 homes to high-speed Internet Rocky Mountain House – Fairness for every generation means making sure everyone in Canada has access to reliable and affordable high-speed Internet, no matter where they live. That is why the governments of Canada and Alberta are bringing high-speed Internet access to underserved …
Bringing high-speed Internet access to communities in BC
British Columbia – Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, and George Chow, British Columbia’s Minister of Citizens’ Services, announced over $37 million in combined federal and provincial funding to bring high-speed Internet access to over 1,900 underserved households in rural and remote communities across British Columbia. This includes 54 Indigenous …
Improving climate comfort centres in Antigonish, Pictou counties
The Hurricane Fiona Recovery Fund is helping communities build resilience for future climate-related weather events Pictou County – Climate comfort centres play an essential role during extreme weather events, offering residents a place to shelter, charge devices, use the internet, and check in with family and friends. By providing a space where people can feel safe, supported, and connected during …
Energy efficiency upgrades underway at Gaelic College
St. Anns – Cape Breton Island is focused on preserving and promoting its unique Highland history and heritage, and keeping the culture alive for residents and visitors. The Government of Canada is investing in improvements to the Gaelic College campus in St. Anns. Jaime Battiste, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Member of Parliament for Sydney-Victoria, announced a non-repayable …
PEI tourism operation opens 2024 season with new expansion
Souris – Tourism drives economic development and diversification for many communities across Atlantic Canada. At the eastern tip of Prince Edward Island, Michael and Chastity Smith have been building a top culinary destination resort, garnering world-wide attention and visitation to the Island since 2015. That is why the Government of Canada is investing to help The Inn at Bay Fortune …
Expanding high-speed Internet access in Saskatchewan
La Ronge – Fairness for every generation means making sure everyone in Canada has access to reliable and affordable high-speed Internet, no matter where they live. That is why the Government of Canada is bringing high-speed Internet access and mobile connectivity to underserved communities—namely Indigenous communities—and roads in Saskatchewan. Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development and Minister responsible for …