Winnipeg – Fairness for every generation means making sure everyone in Canada has access to reliable and affordable high-speed Internet, no matter where they live. That is why the Government of Canada is bringing high-speed Internet access to underserved communities—including Indigenous communities—in rural Manitoba. Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada and Minister responsible …
Manitoba – Safe and reliable airports are crucial connections for local and regional communities across Canada. Investments in airports support economic and business development, improve aviation services and safety, and enhance access to Canada’s remote and Indigenous communities. Anita Anand, President of the Treasury Board and Minister of Transport, announced that the Government of Canada is strengthening air safety and …
Dawson City – Small businesses across the North are providing unique high-quality products while boosting community growth, providing good jobs and contributing to regional and territorial economic development. Dr Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for the Yukon, on behalf of Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs and Minister responsible for PrairiesCan and CanNor, announced a federal investment of nearly $100,000 …
Nunavut — Northerners are true innovators and entrepreneurs, driving local economic growth and creating jobs that strengthen their communities. For 15 years, CanNor has supported businesses and organizations as they shape a resilient and prosperous North. Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs and Minister responsible for PrairiesCan and CanNor, announced the launch of CanNor’s Expression of Interest (EOI) for projects and …
Iqaluit – Everyone deserves access to healthy and affordable food, no matter where they live. Rising costs are a reality for people across Canada, and this is especially true in isolated northern communities, where food and essential items are often transported long distances. Nutrition North Canada (NNC) is an important part of the Government of Canada’s response to food security …
Iqaluit – The Government of Canada is making strategic upgrades to community infrastructure that benefit residents, build capacity for services and skilled work, while providing immediate support to those in need. While visiting the Uquutaq Society’s facilities in Iqaluit, Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs and Minister responsible for PrairiesCan and CanNor, announced that the Government of Canada is investing …
Winnipeg —The federal government has transferred more than $39.5 million to Manitoba under the Canada Community-Building Fund (CCBF) for the first payment of the 2024-2025 fiscal year. This will help communities across the province invest in their local infrastructure priorities. This is the first of two payments to Manitoba for this fiscal year. The next payment is expected to be made …
Yellowknife – Investing in northern entrepreneurship creates new economic pathways through creativity, collaboration and innovation. Entrepreneurs and innovators can bring new experiences and expertise to support sustainable economic diversification, innovation, and self-reliance in communities across the territories. Michael McLeod, Member of Parliament for the Northwest Territories, on behalf of Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, PrairiesCan and CanNor, announced an …
Winnipeg — The Governments of Canada and Manitoba have signed a new ten-year agreement for the Canada Community-Building Fund (CCBF) to provide predictable, long-term, and stable funding to communities across the province. Over the first five years, Manitoba will receive more than $415 million to address local infrastructure priorities. Since 2015, the CCBF has funded over 920 highway, road, and bridge projects across Manitoba totalling …
Inuvik – Bill Blair, Minister of National Defence, is in Inuvik for a three-day visit to highlight Canada’s Arctic-focused defence policy update, Our North, Strong and Free, and to meet with municipal, territorial, and Indigenous officials. Minister Blair is accompanied in Inuvik by Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs.. In his conversations, Minister Blair has made clear that as a growing …
