Ottawa – In the 21st century, building out clean, reliable, and affordable electricity is the best way to bring a growing economy the low-cost power it needs to compete. Today, 85% of Canada’s electricity is generated from clean sources like hydropower, wind, solar, and nuclear—and it’s a big part of the reason why companies around the world are choosing to invest …
Manitoba – National historic sites reflect the rich and varied heritage of Canada and provide an opportunity for Canadians to learn more about our diverse history. The network of national heritage places administered by Parks Canada represents the very best that Canada has to offer and tell stories of who we are, including the histories, cultures, and contributions of Indigenous …
Lake Louise – Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Minister responsible for Parks Canada, announced the completion of an approximately $12 million investment in improvements to infrastructure in the Lake Louise Area. Lake Louise and Moraine Lake, located within Banff National Park, are among the most recognized and visited destinations in Canada, drawing millions of visitors each …
ʔaq̓am Kootenay #1, British Columbia, December 6, 2024 — The ʔaq̓am wetland project’s goal is to restore the waterbodies to what is understood to be their precontact state, strengthening protection of the environment and supporting healthy and resilient ecosystems. This project is a joint investment of more than $1.4 million from the federal government, ʔaq̓am, Columbia Basin Trust, Ducks Unlimited Canada, …
Regina – In the 21st century, a reliable and affordable clean electricity grid is the backbone of a strong economy. Today, more than 80% of Canada’s electricity is generated from clean sources like hydropower, wind, solar, and nuclear—and it’s a big part of the reason why companies are choosing to invest in Canadian workers and business. In Saskatchewan, companies like …
Montreal – Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Minister responsible for Parks Canada, announced the designation of Paul-Émile Borduas as a person of national historic significance under Parks Canada’s National Program of Historical Commemoration. Paul-Émile Borduas was born in 1905 in Saint-Hilaire (now Mont-Saint-Hilaire), Quebec. As a young apprentice to painter Ozias Leduc, he studied at l’École …
Gatineau – The Government of Canada is committed to protecting biodiversity and conserving 30 per cent of land and inland waters and 30 per cent of marine and coastal areas by 2030. But to be most effective, these protected areas must be properly connected to ensure species can move freely, interact, and find food and suitable habitat. Steven Guilbeault, Minister …
Châteauguay – Conserving and restoring nature are solutions for mitigating and adapting to climate change. That is why the Government of Canada is working with provinces, territories, Indigenous peoples, municipalities, and other partners to protect carbon-sequestering habitats such as wetlands, mature forests, and peatlands across the country. Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, today announced an investment of …
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, …
Coquitlam – Working together to reduce risks from the changing climate will help keep Canadians safer and healthier. Acting now will help improve long-term resilience and reduce costs associated with the increasing frequency of extreme weather events in Canada, including higher grocery prices, insurance premiums and local taxes to cover the costs of disaster recovery and damage. Across the country, …
