Investing in Antigonish’s Electrical Grid Modernization For 100% Clean Energy

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Antigonish, Nova Scotia                                        Natural Resources Canada Canada is developing a more sustainable future by creating electricity grids that provide more affordable, reliable, and clean energy to homes and businesses when and where they need it. Investing in clean energy projects and …

Request for Proposals to Deploy More EV Chargers In Canada

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Ottawa – From coast to coast to coast, Canadians are saving thousands of dollars a year on gas by rapidly making the switch to electric vehicles, with over 320,000 new electric vehicles registered in 2023 alone. The Government of Canada is taking action to make it more affordable for Canadians to purchase, charge and drive electric vehicles (EVs) across the …

PEI to Prepare for, Respond to Wildfires

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Summerside – Wildfires are increasing in frequency and in severity across Canada because of climate change, impacting our health, economies, communities and wildlife. As another difficult wildfire season is underway, the Governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island will support Canadians and Islanders threatened by wildfires while strengthening our ability to adapt to a changing climate. Robert J. Morrissey, MP …

Canadian Sustainable Jobs Act Becomes Law

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Ottawa – As countries around the world race to seize the economic opportunities associated with the global energy transition, the Government of Canada is taking historic action to ensure that Canadian workers and industries win, with the creation of sustainable jobs across regions and sectors. That is why the Government of Canada is investing to ensure workers have the necessary …

Canada announces transition from open net-pen salmon aquaculture in coastal BC

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Ottawa – Wild Pacific salmon are an emblematic species in British Columbia that face unprecedented threats to their survival. The Government of Canada is committed to protecting wild salmon and promoting more sustainable aquaculture practices. Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, announced that the Government of Canada will ban open net-pen salmon aquaculture in British Columbia coastal …

Canadian Tree Nursery Association to Help Restore Forests

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Greater Sudbury – Trees play a vital role in sustaining our environment by purifying the air, capturing and storing carbon, and providing new habitat for wildlife. In the global fight against climate change, we have no better ally than our vast forests. Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, along with Marc Serré, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of …

$10M Announced For Critical Minerals Mining in N. Ontario

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Sudbury – Critical minerals present a once-in-a-generation chance for Canada to drive historic economic growth, create jobs and support the fight against climate change. Already, mining and related industries employ more than 625,000 Canadians and contribute around $100 billion a year to Canada’s GDP, providing a strong supply chain and technical expertise we can leverage. As a global battery metals …

Community and Indigenous-Led Projects to Support Vehicle Decarbonization

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Sudbury – Reducing pollution from the transportation sector is helping to fight climate change and ensure clean air in our communities. That’s why the Government of Canada is helping Canadians across the country make the switch to zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs), including battery-electric vehicles (BEVs). Yesterday, at the BEV In-Depth: Mines to Mobility Conference, Marc G. Serré, Parliamentary Secretary to the …

Expanded heat pump program helps British Columbians save on energy costs

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The Government of Canada, British Columbia partner to make heat pumps and home energy efficiency upgrades more affordable Victoria – British Columbians are seeing firsthand the costly impacts of more frequent and intense extreme weather events fuelled by climate change. Reducing pollution and making life more affordable while building a strong economy is how we can ensure a secure, healthy …

Federal Investment Announced for New EV Chargers in PEI

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Wood Islands – Making the switch to an electric vehicle (EV) is a win-win for families looking to save money while reducing pollution. Due to cheaper refuelling and lower maintenance costs, most EVs cost less than their gas engine counterparts over their lifetime. The widespread shift to electric-powered transportation also poses a tremendous economic opportunity, creating manufacturing jobs across Canada. …