Yukon —The federal government has transferred $9 million to Yukon under the Canada Community-Building Fund (CCBF) for the first payment of the 2024-2025 fiscal year. This will help communities across the territory invest in their local infrastructure priorities. This is the first of two payments to Yukon for this fiscal year. The next payment is expected to be made prior to …
Jasper – Residents and businesses in Jasper and Jasper National Park are working hard to recover from the devastating effects that summer wildfires had on the community and the local economy. The Government of Canada is taking action to help Jasper rebuild its economy and re-emerge stronger and more resilient. Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, …
Winnipeg – The Prairie provinces are home to many of Canada’s nationally recognized performing arts talent and organizations. However, major performing arts organizations face challenges that have an impact on their longevity and ability to grow the sector. Dan Vandal, Minister for PrairiesCan, announced the launch of the Prairies Performing Arts Initiative (PPAI). This program will support projects that contribute …
Edmonton – With more than 500 small- and medium-sized businesses that employ thousands of workers, Alberta’s aerospace and aviation industry is playing a key role in diversifying local economies and creating good-paying jobs in communities across the province. The Government of Canada is collaborating with partners like post-secondary institutions, industry associations, municipalities and businesses to strengthen this important industry’s competitiveness. …
Winnipeg – Creating more clean mass transit options gets Canadians around their communities quicker and helps in our fight against climate change. Dan Vandal, Minister for PrairiesCan, announced a federal investment of $15 million for NFI Group to expand operations and fully manufacture New Flyer transit buses in Winnipeg, Manitoba. This investment will enable NFI Group to competitively respond to …
Quebec – The Calgary region is rapidly emerging as one of North America’s top technology hubs and is home to some of Canada’s most innovative, high-growth companies that are strengthening our economy. The federal government is supporting Calgary’s leading-edge companies to continue growing and creating quality jobs that Canadians can count on. George Chahal, MP for Calgary Skyview, on behalf …
Calgary – Quantum technologies are at the leading edge of research and innovation in fields such as advanced manufacturing, transportation, finance, energy and healthcare. Alberta has strengths in quantum computing, materials, sensors and communications technology. The Government of Canada is making investments to further enable Alberta’s innovators to adopt and develop quantum solutions that have the potential to make a …
Saskatchewan – Rural communities are key to Canada’s economic, cultural, and social fabric. The Government of Canada and the government of Saskatchewan recognize that rural economies face their own unique opportunities and challenges, and that we need to work together to support a competitive business environment that enables economic growth that benefits everyone. Attracting new investors to rural communities requires …
Saskatoon – Saskatchewan’s economy is diverse and growing across multiple sectors. It is built on a strong entrepreneurial culture that fosters Indigenous economic reconciliation and is driven by new technologies that help meet the needs of Canadians and the world. Our government is supporting the success of Saskatchewan’s businesses and communities as they move towards net-zero emissions through a strategy …
Winnipeg – Manitoba has a vibrant and diverse arts and culture scene, which is celebrated year-round and brings in visitors from around the world. A prime example is the Winnipeg Folk Festival, an event that has become synonymous with summer in Manitoba. Dan Vandal, Minister responsible for PrairiesCan and Member of Parliament for Saint Boniface-Saint Vital, announced a federal investment …
