TORONTO — As next step in the government’s plan to protect Ontario, the province is introducing the Protect Ontario by Unleashing Our Economy Act, 2025. If passed, this comprehensive legislation would cut the red tape and duplicative processes that have held back major infrastructure, mining and resource development projects, including in the Ring of Fire. By streamlining approval processes while maintaining …
Fund to improve infrastructure, science partnerships in seafood sector
New Brunswick – Fisheries are vital to many coastal communities and a driving force of the economy in Atlantic Canada. The seafood sector is rapidly changing, with new innovative technologies being adopted to improve efficiency, seafood quality and sustainability. To support these new projects within local communities, today the Government of Canada and the Province of New Brunswick announced funding through the …
Improving highways, roads across Northwest Territories
Yellowknife — Five major roadways in the Northwest Territories are getting upgrades and improvements after an investment of more than $67 million from the federal government. This was announced by Member of Parliament Michael McLeod, on behalf of Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure, and Communities, and territorial Minister of Infrastructure Caroline Wawzonek. The projects announced for Highway 1 and Highway 7 will give the communities …
Supporting Namur-Hippodrome eco-district project
Ottawa – Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure, and Communities, said that the federal government has announced a detailed plan to support the Namur-Hippodrome eco-district project, which represents enormous potential for affordable housing in Montreal and serves as a model for the country.
Ford meets Sean Fraser to build more houses
Ontario – Ontario Premier Doug Ford met with Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure, and Communities. He told him: “Ontario is growing at a rapid pace. Whether it’s building at least 1.5 million homes or Highway 413, it’s never been more important for our governments to work together to build the infrastructure that communities need.”
Premier Ford meets with Mayor of Nunavut
Ontario – Ontario Premier Doug Ford met with P.J. Akeeagok, Premier of Nunavut. The two signed a memorandum of understanding to work together in areas like infrastructure, health care, and employment training. Premier Akeeagok said: “Thank you to my friend and fellow Premier Doug Ford for your strong support of Nunavut and Northern Canada.“
Ontario, Nunavut Honour Deep-Rooted Partnership with New Deal
TORONTO — Nunavut Premier P.J. Akeeagok and Ontario Premier Doug Ford signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to deepen cooperation on a wide range of joint priorities, including health care, transportation, infrastructure and Indigenous relations. “I’ve always thought that Ontario should play a special role in supporting Canada’s territories,” said Premier Doug Ford. “This agreement will strengthen our deep ties …