Taking action to protect workers, industries against Chinese competition

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Ottawa – Canadian workers, the auto sector, the steel and aluminum industries, and related critical manufacturing supply chains are threatened by unfair competition from Chinese producers, who benefit from China’s intentional, state-directed policy of overcapacity and oversupply, as well as its lack of rigorous labour and environmental standards. That is why the federal government is taking further action to protect …

Advancing sustainable forests internationally

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Ottawa – Jonathan Wilkinson, Canada’s Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced an investment of over $20 million in support of initiatives that advance sustainable forest policy by sharing expertise and forest stewardship assistance globally. Through Canada’s Global Forest Leadership Program and International Model Forest Network, these investments will include support for forest-related actions that contribute to global climate and biodiversity goals, including as they …

Unlocking Critical Minerals Development in BC, Yukon

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Vancouver – Investments in critical minerals infrastructure are essential to enable Canada to seize the generational opportunity of the transition to a low-carbon economy and capitalize on our rich mineral resources. Canada is well positioned to be a global leader and first-class producer of a wide variety of critical minerals that are essential to power the clean economy and, in …

Canada and BC Invest in Wildfire Resilience

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Victoria – With wildfires increasing in frequency and severity across Canada with climate change, our health, economies, communities and wildlife are all impacted. Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, with Bruce Ralston, British Columbia’s Minister of Forests, announced a joint investment of $950,122 through the Government of Canada’s Resilient Communities through FireSmart (RCF) Program. This initial investment is part …

Investing in Net Zero Atlantic to Support Clean Energy for Atlantic Canadians

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Halifax – Canada is developing and rolling out clean energy and clean technologies faster than ever before to create good-paying jobs, attract global investment in our economy, position Canada as the clean energy supplier of choice for our democratic allies and achieve our ambitious climate targets. By moving thoughtfully and strategically, Atlantic Canada is well positioned to drive progress toward …

Road improvements to support more connectivity in Greater Victoria 

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Saanich — Roadworks in the Greater Victoria region will soon make it easier for residents to navigate their community after an investment of $20 million from the federal and provincial governments. Funding will support a variety of road improvements that will facilitate the initial development of the Uptown Mobility Hub, the region’s principal RapidBus node. Works will include the construction of …

Canada Supporting Critical Minerals Processing in Kingston

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Kingston – From mining critical minerals to manufacturing cars and batteries, to charging and end-of-life recycling, the electric vehicle supply chain presents an enormous economic opportunity for Canadian workers and businesses. As the demand for critical minerals to power the clean economy is expected to double by 2030, according to the International Energy Agency, Canada is supporting strong domestic value …

Earthquake Early Warning System Launched in Western Canada

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Vancouver – Earthquakes are among the world’s most powerful and destructive natural disasters. When an earthquake hits, a few seconds’ notice can make the difference between life and death and can reduce injuries and protect critical infrastructure by allowing people to take immediate actions to protect themselves and others. Jonathan Wilkinson, Canada’s Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, Harjit Sajjan, …

Sustainable Wood Construction Technologies in Montreal

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Quebec – New, low-carbon construction materials and technologies allow us to build and use greener, climate-resilient homes in Canada. Thanks to innovative solutions, the construction and automobile sectors are reducing emissions and supporting sustainable job creation across the Canadian supply chain. Francis Scarpaleggia, Member of Parliament for Lac-Saint-Louis, on the behalf of Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, …

Major Investment to Purchase More Wildfire Equipment in Yukon

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Whitehorse – With another challenging wildfire season ongoing and wildfires increasing in frequency and severity across Canada — impacting our health, economies, communities and wildlife — the Governments of Canada and Yukon are supporting Canadians and residents of Yukon who are threatened by wildfires. Member of Parliament Brendan Hanley, on behalf of Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, …