Nepean – In the current global environment, Canada needs a modern, adaptable army that can meet security challenges of today and tomorrow. We are making the necessary investments to provide Canadian Army members with the tools that they need to do their jobs, while ensuring that these investments create jobs and growth for Canadians. Marie-France Lalonde, Parliamentary Secretary to the …
The Government of Canada announces roll-out of the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) Ottawa – Oral health is an important part of our overall health and well-being. Regular visits to an oral health professional have proven to reduce the risk of tooth decay, gum disease and other serious health problems, such as cardiovascular disease and stroke. Yet, we know that …
Government of Canada also announces that Aramis Biotechnologies secured the assets needed to maintain, improve and expand Medicago’s plant-based technology platform in Canada that will enhance pandemic preparedness capabilities Québec – Following the cessation of Medicago’s operations by its parent company Mitsubishi Chemical Group Corporation (“MCG”) in February 2023, the Government of Canada’s objectives were threefold: maintain Medicago’s intellectual property …
Ottawa – Bill Blair, Minister of National Defence, Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Public Services and Procurement, and François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry announced that Canada has finalized a government-to-government agreement with the United States (US) government for the acquisition of up to 16 P-8A Poseidon aircraft for the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF). Fourteen multi-mission aircraft will …
Project will help revolutionize the health care industry and improve patient care Québec – Canadian small and medium-sized businesses play a vital role in driving innovation and contributing to Canada’s vibrant research and development ecosystem. As more and more companies harness the power of artificial intelligence, the Government of Canada is delivering on its commitment to support the growth of …
Gatineau – Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Public Services and Procurement, and Anita Anand, President of the Treasury Board, announced that 6 surplus federal properties will be developed into more than 2,800 new homes in Calgary, Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta and St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador and Ottawa, Ontario. By March 2024, Canada …
Garrison – Bill Blair, Minister of National Defence, and General Wayne Eyre, Chief of the Defence Staff, visited Garrison Petawawa where the first four new Armoured Combat Support Vehicles (ACSVs) were officially accepted by the Canadian Army. Minister Blair and General Eyre toured the newly-arrived armoured vehicles, which represent the first of 360 Armoured Combat Support Vehicles that will be delivered to …
Ottawa – The renewal of Block 2, the city block directly facing Parliament Hill in downtown Ottawa, is a critical component of the Long Term Vision and Plan for the Parliamentary Precinct: a multi-year program to restore and modernize Canada’s Parliament. Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Public Services and Procurement, announced the launch of the Request for Proposal (RFP) process for construction …
Ottawa – The Government of Canada is committed to implementing robust cyber security measures, which are fundamental to Canada’s economic stability and national security. Anita Anand, Minister of National Defence, on behalf of Helena Jaczek, Minister of Public Services and Procurement, announced that the Government of Canada will develop and implement a Canadian program for cyber security certification that will …
St John’s – Canadians deserve to be safe in their communities. That’s why the Government of Canada has a comprehensive plan that gets guns off our streets and resources into our neighborhoods. A central part of this involves adding resources to fight crime and prevent violence from happening in the first place. Helena Jaczek, Minister of Public Services and Procurement …
