Gatineau – In its 2024 Fall Economic Statement, the Government of Canada reiterated its commitment to building a multimodal bridge in the eastern part of the National Capital Region to optimize public transit networks, reduce truck traffic in congested downtown areas, stimulate economic growth in Gatineau and Ottawa, speed up commutes and improve the safety of active transportation. Steven MacKinnon, member …
Burlington – Protecting fresh water is crucial to building a cleaner, safer, sustainable future for all. The Golden Horseshoe region is a vital part of the Great Lakes ecosystem, supporting industry, commerce, recreation, and culture. The region also holds spiritual and cultural importance for Indigenous peoples. Karina Gould, Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, announced on behalf of …
Ottawa – Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland spoke on tax breaks for, cracking down on short-term rentals. She said: “I am going to start by talking about the Canadian economy. I will then provide an update on the Canada-US relationship, on the tax break and on new action we are taking on short-term rentals. Then Minister Duclos will discuss why …
Ottawa – Mark Holland, Federal Minister of Health, today tabled the 2023 Annual Report of the Patented Medicine Prices Review Board (PMPRB) with the Clerks of the Senate and the House of Commons. The 2023 Annual Report outlines trends in the prices and sales of patented medicines in Canada. Sales of patented medicines in 2023 were $19.9 billion and accounted …
Ottawa – Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) is part of the Youth Employment and Skills Strategy, which is the Government of Canada’s commitment to help young people—particularly those facing barriers to employment—get the information and gain the skills, work experience and abilities they need to transition successfully into the labour market. CSJ is delivered annually by Employment and Social Development Canada …
Burlington – Karina Gould, Leader of the Government in the House of Commons and Member of Parliament for Burlington, on behalf of Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, Rory Nisan, Burlington City Councillor and Deputy Mayor of the Environment for the City of Burlington, and Josipa Petrunic, President and CEO of the Canadian Urban Transit Research & Innovation …
Ottawa – Bill C-46, the Cost of Living Act, No. 3, received Royal Assent. This legislation delivers new inflation relief to the Canadians who need it most through the new Grocery Rebate, and strengthens public health care with a $2 billion Canada Health Transfer (CHT) top-up to help reduce backlogs and wait times, and support pediatric hospitals and emergency rooms. The new …
