DUNCAN – The story of Canada is made up of countless diverse histories. Canada’s cultural fabric, shaped by the contributions of so many different communities, is richer and stronger because of this. When we share these stories, we build bridges, create understanding, and bring communities together. For more than a hundred years, Sikh Canadians have made significant contributions that have …
Victoria – Amazing things are happening on Vancouver Island, a region known for both its stunning natural attractions and world-class innovations. From technology to tourism, local innovators and entrepreneurs across industries are coming together to build a strong regional economy. PacifiCan shares their ambition and is committed to partnering with community leaders in British Columbia to realize their vision. Harjit …
Ottawa – Harjit S. Sajjan, President of the King’s Privy Council for Canada and Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, issued the following statement: “Wildfires continue to be a danger across Canada, including in northern Manitoba, where wildfires are threatening a number of First Nations communities. In my role as Minister …
Vancouver – British Columbia is home to the talent that is developing industry-leading products. That is why the Government of Canada is supporting collaboration between industry and academia, bringing more B.C.-made products to global markets. Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada (PacifiCan), announced over $8.8 million in PacifiCan …
Tsleil-Waututh Nation, British Columbia, August 13, 2024 — Six communities in British Columbia will have more active ways for residents to commute after an investment of over $19 million from the federal government, səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh Nation), Community Foundations of Canada, Matsqui First Nation, BC Active Transportation Infrastructure Grants Program, NIȽ TU,O Child and Family Services Society, the District of Peachland, and the City …
Kamloops – Exciting things are happening in Kamloops and the Central Interior. From food to forestry, local innovators are coming together to build a strong economy for the region. PacifiCan shares this ambition for growth and is committed to partnering with entrepreneurs and community leaders across British Columbia to realize their vision, create quality jobs, and promote regional prosperity. Harjit …
Colwood — Highway improvements coming to the West Shore communities will help provide faster public transit services for people commuting in southern Vancouver Island after a joint investment of $95 million from the federal and provincial governments. Funding will widen approximately 3.8 kilometres of the highway between the McKenzie and Colwood Interchanges in order to accommodate continuous northbound and southbound bus- on-shoulder lanes. These …
Ottawa – Harjit S. Sajjan, President of the King’s Privy Council for Canada and Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, and Mike Ellis, the Alberta Deputy Premier and Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Services, announced a donation-matching initiative with the Canadian Red Cross to support wildfire disaster relief and recovery …
Ottawa – Harjit S. Sajjan, President of the King’s Privy Council for Canada and Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, issued the following statement: “Wildfires have been extremely active during the past few days in Alberta and the risk to communities continues to be significant due to the number of fires, …
Kamloops — A new stormwater collection system on Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc Chief Louis Centre lands to build community resilience and protect habitats for local wildlife after an investment of $1 million from the federal government. The project involves the construction of a natural detention pond, which will help manage urban runoff from Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc Chief Louis Centre lands during periods of …
