Dartmouth – Atlantic Canadian businesses are working hard to become more efficient, productive and competitive while creating good paying jobs and promoting made-in-Canada products. The Government of Canada is helping businesses scale up manufacturing, adopt environmentally-friendly technology, and reach new markets while generating sustainable growth. Darren Fisher, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence and Member of …
Ottawa – Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced several investments that demonstrate Canada’s commitment to clean energy, innovation and energy security as it continues to move toward a low-carbon economy. Notably, Minister Wilkinson announced a key milestone in the future of the only made-in-Canada large-scale nuclear technology, the CANDU reactor, as well as funding in support of …
Toronto – As global demand for critical minerals is expected to double by 2040, Canada is uniquely positioned to be a global leader and supply this growing market: we have an abundance of critical minerals and the workers, businesses and communities with the know-how to scale up the mining, processing and manufacturing of products and the recycling of these minerals. …
Ottawa – Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced on behalf of Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Finance and Intergovernmental Affairs, that the federal government proposes to extend the 15 per cent Mineral Exploration Tax Credit for investors in flow-through shares for an additional two years, until March 31, 2027. The Mineral Exploration Tax Credit, which was scheduled to expire …
Ottawa – Approximately 685 million people around the globe have no access to electricity, mostly in remote and rural areas. Even when electricity is available, communities in remote areas must rely on expensive and polluting fossil fuels for their energy needs, which has a negative impact on local air quality and potential spill risks in often-vulnerable communities. Supporting these communities …
North Vancouver – Strong supply chains are essential to making life cost less for Canadians. That’s why the Government of Canada is investing in projects that will drive economic growth, while making our supply chains more resilient and adaptable in the face of climate change. Minister of Transport and Internal Trade, Anita Anand, announced an investment of up to $33.1 …
St. John’s – The Government of Canada is committed to helping Canadian industry maximize energy performance and reduce greenhouse gas emissions while gaining a competitive edge. Jonathan Wilkinson, along with Joanne Thompson and Gudie Hutchings, announced $2.7 million in funding through the Green Industrial Facilities and Manufacturing Program (GIFMP) to Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro. This funding will help expand the …
Montreal – Quebec is ideally positioned to seize the generational opportunities ahead in the energy and natural resources space to build a strong, sustainable economy. Jonathan Wilkinson, Canada’s Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, along with Christine Fréchette, Quebec’s Minister of the Economy, Innovation and Energy and Minister Responsible for Regional Economic Development, and Maïté Blanchette Vézina, Quebec’s Minister of …
Longueuil – Canada’s boreal forest is vast and experiences some of the world’s largest and most intense wildfires. On average, about 8,000 wildfires burn over 2.1 million hectares of forest every year, representing a territory equivalent to almost half the size of Nova Scotia. About $1 billion is spent each year in Canada to combat wildfires. The Government of Canada recognizes this growing threat and remains …
Montreal – Investments in critical minerals are essential for Canada to seize the economic opportunities presented by a low-carbon economy and to capitalize on its rich mineral resources. Canada is well positioned to be a global leader and a reliable supplier to the world of critical minerals, which are increasingly in demand to power essential for powering the digital economy. …
