Vancouver – Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) is committed to preventing the introduction, establishment, and spread of aquatic invasive species, including Zebra and Quagga Mussels. In May 2023, DFO announced $8.75 million in contribution funding over five years as part of the newly created Aquatic Invasive Species Prevention Fund (AISPF). The AISPF funds eligible organizations and projects that focus on preventing the introduction …
Gatineau – The Government of Canada continues to improve crossings in the National Capital Region (NCR) and make progress on its commitment to replace the Alexandra Bridge. Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) continues to advance the design planning of a new crossing to replace the Alexandra Bridge. PSPC has partnered with the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada (RAIC) to provide professional guidance …
The Government of Canada funding will help support growth in Indigenous communities across the region Thunder Bay – Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, today announced Government of Canada investments totalling $2,404,901 in support of six strategic initiatives led by Indigenous communities, businesses, and organizations in Northwestern Ontario. These investments will support continued economic growth …
Ottawa – On International Overdose Awareness Day, Canadian ministers reflected on the devastating and tragic impact of the toxic drug and overdose crisis, and remember those who have lost their lives, and their loved ones to an overdose. They said: “It is a reminder that every person who overdoses is somebody who has a family and people that care about …
This funding will help people at risk of substance-related harms and overdose in the Scarborough region. Scarborough – Every day, families and communities across Canada lose loved ones to overdoses from the increasingly toxic illegal drug supply. We are responding to this crisis by supporting a full range of health, social services and supports from prevention to treatment, harm reduction, …
Winnipeg – Funding is now available for initiatives that will support Indigenous participation, address barriers, and build on opportunities in the agriculture and agri-food economy under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP), federal Agriculture and Agri-Food Minister Lawrence MacAulay and Manitoba Agriculture Minister Derek Johnson announced today. As a result of engagements, two streams of funding have been developed …
The Canadian Skin of Colour & Diversity Scholarship program will provide funds for dermatology residents to implement their ideas on addressing care gaps among underrepresented Canadians. KIRKLAND– Together with the Skin Spectrum Summit, Pfizer Canada has announced the new Canadian Skin of Colour & Diversity Scholarship program to improve dermatological care for underrepresented populations, including those with deeper skin tones, …
Ottawa – Sleep is a crucial part of overall health, playing an important role in physical and mental health. Not getting enough sleep can contribute to health issues, including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, hypertension, infection or sepsis, cancer, poor mental health, and premature death. While half of all adults in Canada have trouble sleeping, research shows that racial discrimination can make …
Grande-Whether it’s the Canada Child Benefit, the Canada Workers Benefit, the GST/HST Credit, the Climate Action Incentive or the new grocery rebate, benefits and credits continue to play a crucial role in helping Canadians with the cost of living. To access these benefits and credits, volunteers from community organizations across Canada help hundreds of thousands of eligible people complete their …
Ottawa – The CRTC is taking action to connect more rural, remote and Indigenous communities to the Internet. The CRTC is launching a consultation to improve its Broadband Fund, which helps bring high-speed Internet and mobile services to communities across Canada. The CRTC is proposing to make the application process faster and easier. The CRTC also wants to create a …
