Halifax – All along the electric vehicle (EV) supply chain — from mining to manufacturing to batteries and charging stations — Canada is seizing the opportunity to create jobs and drive economic growth. With demand for batteries expected to grow dramatically in the coming years, investing in the next generation of battery technologies will be a key area of opportunity. …
Nova Scotia – Shifting away from fossil fuels lowers greenhouse gas emissions and fosters innovation and economic growth. Minimizing plastic waste helps preserve our ecosystems and reduces the burden on landfills. The Government of Canada is investing in a company that is doing both at the same time: repurposing plastic waste to make cleaner, greener alternative fuel. A circular plastics …
Over $584,000 invested in community organizations on the Great Northern Peninsula St. Anthony – Atlantic Canada is a destination of choice, attracting visitors from around the world. The governments of Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador continue to invest in rural communities, helping them realize their economic potential while creating new tourism opportunities and meaningful employment for residents and visitors alike. …
Trenton – Communities across the country are facing housing pressures. The Government of Canada is investing to help four Nova Scotia companies build their capacity to deliver innovative home building solutions, and increase housing supply. Empowering growth in the home construction industry Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities and Member of Parliament for Central Nova, announced a total …
Ottawa – Better prices, more competition and increased reliability in the telecommunications sector have never been more important for Canadians. To support these goals, the Government of Canada continues to make spectrum available to improve telecom services. François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, announced that more Canadians will benefit from higher-quality telecom services as a result of the …
Ottawa – Ahead of Dairy Farmers of Canada’s 2024 Annual General Meeting in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced an investment of more than $8.5 million for two projects led by Dairy Farmers of Canada (DFC) through the AgriAssurance Program – National Industry Association Component, an initiative under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership. …
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, …
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 …
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 …
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 …
