Ottawa, ON | Government of Canada To date more than 1.7 million Canadian residents have been approved to receive oral health care services through the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP). We thank the more than 5,000 oral health providers who have already agreed to help CDCP clients get the care they need, and the many more who continue to join …
Quebec City — Le Pignon Bleu will welcome more children for meals served on site, as well as provide other services to underprivileged children and families in Quebec City, thanks to an investment of over $2.3 million by the federal government. Announced by Jean-Yves Duclos, on behalf of Sean Fraser, this project will enable Le Pignon Bleu to carry out …
Laval – In June 2022, the Government of Canada established a long-term agreement with Moderna for the domestic production of messenger RNA (mRNA) vaccines in Canada. The negotiations began in 2021, during the depths of the COVID-19 pandemic, as the country faced intense global competition to secure vaccines. This global supply chain vulnerability showcased the need to ensure domestic capacity …
Ottawa – Regular visits to an oral health professional have proven to reduce the risk of tooth decay, gum disease and other serious health problems, such as cardiovascular disease and stroke. However, we know that in 2022 one in four Canadians reported avoiding visiting an oral health professional because of the cost and that a third of the people living …
Ottawa – The CDCP is expanding applications: on February 1st, potentially eligible seniors aged 72 and up will start receiving invitation to apply letters. Last month, the Government of Canada launched the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP). The CDCP is a new federal dental plan that will help ease financial barriers to accessing oral health care for up to 9 million people …
Selection marks another milestone in redevelopment project Ottawa – Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Public Services and Procurement, announced that Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) has awarded Pomerleau Inc. a $2.8-million construction management services contract for the first phase of the Block 2 Redevelopment Project. This redevelopment will transform aging buildings into an innovative complex that creates a new fourth …
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 …
Gatineau – As Ottawa continues to face extreme weather, the Government of Canada and the City of Ottawa are partnering to offer vulnerable people and those experiencing homelessness a warm indoor space to rest. Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) has signed an agreement with the City of Ottawa to temporarily use the Graham Spry Building, located at 250 Lanark …
Ottawa – Through Canada’s defence policy, Strong, Secure, Engaged, the Government of Canada is acquiring modern military equipment to keep Canadians safe and protected, and to support the security of our international allies and partners. Marie-France Lalonde, Parliamentary Secretary for the Minister of National Defence, and Kody Blois, Member of Parliament for Kings—Hants, announced a major investment in the Royal …
St John’s – The Government of Canada is investing in green and modern work facilities to support the efficient delivery of tax services to Canadians, while ensuring the long-term sustainable presence of the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) in the area of St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador. Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Public Services and Procurement, announced that the Government of Canada …
