New Brunswick · Tourism in Atlantic Canada plays a vital role in boosting the economy, drawing visitors from across the globe and generating employment in communities throughout the region. Recognizing its significance, the Government of Canada is investing to help a key tourism organization in New Brunswick bolster its essential efforts in cultivating a thriving and prosperous tourism sector in …
Ontario Investing in New and Innovative Non-Profit Programs
NORTH YORK — The Ontario government is providing more than $16 million to support 245 projects across the province through the Ontario Trillium Foundation’s (OTF) Seed grant stream. This funding will help local non-profits, charities, small municipalities and Indigenous communities pilot, test or launch new initiatives that will directly benefit their communities. “Across Ontario, non-profit organizations are delivering critical programming …
More support for the social economy in Quebec
Montréal – For decades, the social economy has been part of Quebec’s DNA. Solutions to complex problems are found when all community players work together. Soraya Martinez Ferrada, Minister of Tourism and Minister responsible for CED, is announcing close to $1 million to support social economy projects in Quebec: Groupe TAQ (Ateliers T.A.Q. inc.): Two repayable contributions, one in the amount of $181,721 and …
Strengthening outdoor experiences, tourism in rural communities
British Columbia – British Columbia is home to breathtaking natural attractions and outdoor recreation experiences that bring the world to our doorstep. Tourism is important to Canada’s economy and creates good jobs in communities, from major city centres to rural and remote areas, to Indigenous communities. In Northern B.C., tourism business owners, operators and entrepreneurs have ambitious plans and PacifiCan …
Minister Ferrada attends 1st ever G7 Ministerial Meeting on Tourism in Florence
Florence – As a vast and diverse industry, tourism is an important economic driver and a means for people across the globe to make connections. The tourism ministers from the Group of Seven (G7) met to highlight the sector’s economic, social and cultural importance. The delegates gathered in Florence, Italy, to explore collaborative approaches to shape the future of the …
Canada invests in innovative start-ups in Quebec
Montréal – Supporting organizations, including business incubators and accelerators, play a key role in creating and developing innovative start-ups in Quebec. They assist these businesses through all stages of their development and act as drivers of innovation enabling them to generate concrete economic impacts across Quebec. Soraya Martinez Ferrada, Minister of Tourism and Minister responsible for CED, today announced $16M in …
Canada invests $10.45M to accelerate residential construction in Quebec
Magog, Quebec, November 8, 2024 – Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED) To respond to the housing shortage across the country, the Government of Canada is turning to innovative residential construction methods. By investing in homegrown businesses, we are encouraging the development of new homebuilding techniques while also stimulating market productivity. To better meet the evolving needs of all regions across the country, the Government of Canada yesterday …
Thompson Okanagan communities get funds for memorable outdoor experiences, support tourism
Kelowna – British Columbia is home to breathtaking natural attractions and outdoor recreation experiences that bring the world to our doorstep. Tourism is important to Canada’s economy and creates good jobs in communities, from major city centres to rural and remote areas, to Indigenous communities. In the Thompson Okanagan, tourism business owners, operators and entrepreneurs have ambitious plans and PacifiCan …
Canada supports renovation of Le Pantoum
QUÉBEC CITY – Investing in cultural and creative spaces helps enrich our communities by providing them with spaces that bring people together and are accessible to everyone. Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Public Services and Procurement, Quebec Lieutenant and Member of Parliament (Québec), announced $962,105 in financial support for Création Le Pantoum. Minister Duclos made the announcement on behalf of Pascale …
Canada supports growth of Calgary,Gatineau businesses
Quebec – The Calgary region is rapidly emerging as one of North America’s top technology hubs and is home to some of Canada’s most innovative, high-growth companies that are strengthening our economy. The federal government is supporting Calgary’s leading-edge companies to continue growing and creating quality jobs that Canadians can count on. George Chahal, MP for Calgary Skyview, on behalf …