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 …
Canada recognizes Paul-Émile Borduas as person of national historic significance
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 …
Supporting ecological corridors in Canada
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 …
Feds invest $5m to protect habitats in Quebec’s Montérégie region
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 …
Minister Boissonnault announces new recovery program for Jasper small businesses
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, …
Canada Invests in Climate Change Adaptation to Keep Communities Safe
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, …
Protecting nature along Bruce Trail to fight climate change
Milton, Ontario Conserving and restoring nature is essential to safeguarding the places and species that are fundamental to Canadians. Today, the Honourable Karina Gould, Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, and Adam van Koeverden, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Member of Parliament for Milton, announced an additional $2.4 million in funding …
Tuktut Nogait National Park Management Plan Tabled in Parliament
Paulatuk – National parks are gateways to discovering, learning about, and connecting with nature. Parks Canada is a recognized leader in conservation and takes actions to protect national parks and national marine conservation areas and contributes to the recovery of species at risk. The management plan for Tuktut Nogait National Park was tabled in Parliament recently. Reviewed every ten years, …
Canada proposes approach to tackles greenhouse gas pollution
Ottawa – Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, and Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, joined by colleagues, announced the Government of Canada’s proposed approach to limiting greenhouse gas pollution, driving innovation, and creating jobs in the oil and gas sector. Canada’s climate plan is working by driving down emissions, while creating a stronger, cleaner economy. …
Over 2.7m approved to be part of Canadian Dental Care Plan
Montréal – At Clinique dentaire Ville-Marie, Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, accompanied by Rachel Bendayan, MP for Outremont, announced that more than one million Canadians have received care under the Canadian Dental Care Plan and more than 2.7 million Canadians have been approved to be part of the plan. The Canadian Dental Care Plan is saving Canadians …