Sooke — The Government of Canada and the District of Sooke are investing more than $2.1 million to upgrade and expand the Little River pedestrian crossing and existing multi-use trail system. Announced by Minister Sean Fraser and Mayor Maja Tait, the project will help residents stay active while getting around their community, while better connecting neighbourhoods in the community to the city …
Canada-wide early learning & child care system improving access
Ottawa – Every family in Canada deserves access to high-quality child care when they need it and at a price that won’t break the bank. The Government of Canada is working closely with provincial, territorial and Indigenous partners to make this a reality. Jenna Sudds, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development joined Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister …
Canada’s economic plan is helping citizens save for 1st home
Ottawa – Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, and Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, announced that more than 300,000 Canadians have opened a Tax-Free First Home Savings Account since April 1, 2023, which is making it more affordable for them to save for a down payment. The Tax-Free First Home Savings Account allows Canadians to …
Upgrading water supply system in Hartley Bay
Hartley Bay — The federal government is investing $16 million to support the village of Hartley Bay’s, home of the Gitga’at First Nation, water infrastructure improvements. Announced by Minister Sean Fraser, this project will significantly improve the water supply system for the community by retaining water at the outlet of Upper Gabion Lake, which can then be released during the …
Launching 2nd intake of Rural Transit Solutions Fund
Ottawa — The federal government is committed to ensuring that Canadians living in rural and remote locations have access to affordable, efficient, and reliable public transportation. Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, officially launched the second intake of the Rural Transit Solutions Fund’s (RTSF) Planning and Design Projects stream. Through this stream, the federal government is providing funding …
Canada, NS make combine investment of $2.8m in new roundabout in Truro
Truro — There will be a new roundabout at the intersection of McClures Mills Road and Willow Street in Truro thanks to the combined investment of $2.8 million from the Government of Canada, the Government of Nova Scotia, and the Town of Truro. Announced by David Ritcey, Member of the Legislative Assembly for Truro-Bible Hill-Millbrook-Salmon River, and Bill Mills, Mayor of the …
New made-in-Canada streetcars delivered for Toronto
Toronto – Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, Prabmeet Sarkaria, Ontario Minister of Transportation, Olivia Chow, Mayor of Toronto, and Jamaal Myers, Chair of the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC), announced the on-time delivery of the first of 60 new made-in-Canada streetcars to the TTC, supported by a $568 million joint investment. The first new streetcars will enter …
Keeping students safe, healthy in Southeastern Ontario
Kingston — New road safety measures, signage, and safety zones surrounding schools will be implemented in Kingston thanks to the investment of $240,000 from the federal government. A Master Trail and Active Transportation Plan for Trent University in Peterborough will also be developed after a federal investment of $50,000. Announced by Mark Gerretsen, Member of Parliament for Kingston and the Islands, these projects will …
Canada, BC invest in public social housing retrofits
Victoria — Nine public social housing buildings and one service building in British Columbia will benefit from improved ventilation, thanks to the combined investment of more than $4.8 million from the federal and provincial governments. Announced by Minister Sean Fraser and Minister Ravi Kahlon, these projects will improve the health and safety of occupants and staff. One of these buildings, Mary Cridge Manor …
Investing in four public transit projects in Trois-Rivières
Trois-Rivières — The Société de transport de Trois-Rivières (STTR) is one step closer to the complete electrification of its bus fleet, thanks to a federal investment of more than $33,2 million from the Government of Canada to support four public transit projects in Trois-Rivières. Announced by Minister Sean Fraser, Minister Pablo Rodriguez and the Chairman for STTR’s Board of Directors, Michel …