Saskatchewan — The governments of Canada and Saskatchewan have finalized a 10-year agreement under the Canada Housing Infrastructure Fund (CHIF). Through this agreement, communities across Saskatchewan will be able to build or improve the critical infrastructure related to drinking water, wastewater, stormwater, and solid waste – in order to support more homes and meet the growing demand for affordable housing. …
Toronto – The City of Toronto, in partnership with Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE), unveiled exciting plans to transform BMO Field (Toronto Stadium) into a state-of-the-art venue ready to host the FifaWorld Cup 26™ and with upgrades that will benefit stadium-goers well beyond the tournament. The upgrades, backed by a $123 million investment from the City and a …
VANCOUVER – The Government of Canada is committed to supporting First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities in building strong and healthy communities across the country. The transformative power of sport is key to achieving this goal. Terry Duguid, Minister of Sport and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada, announced the 2024–2026 funding recipients for the Sport for Social Development …
QUÉBEC CITY – The Government of Canada is committed to supporting sport events that bring people together; create economic opportunities; and leave lasting impacts and legacies for communities, athletes, coaches, officials, volunteers and many others. Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Public Services and Procurement, Quebec Lieutenant and Member of Parliament (Québec), announced an investment of up to $11,120,000, to support the …
Calgary – Aviation in Canada is a key driver of economic growth, connecting Canadians and goods across the country and with the rest of the world. The Government of Canada is making strategic investments that enable this vital industry to develop and adopt clean technologies, leading to lower emissions and supporting the competitiveness of small- and medium-sized firms. Terry Duguid, …
Winnipeg – Rural and remote communities deserve safe, reliable, and resilient connectivity to keep people moving and to grow our economy. That is why the Government of Canada is making investments for keeping Northern Manitoba connected by rail. Minister for PrairiesCan,Terry Duguid, on behalf of Minister of Transport and Internal Trade, Anita Anand, announced an investment of over $43 million to …
Alberta— Two projects will complete upgrades to local transit and active transportation infrastructure after an investment of more than $5.9 million from the federal and provincial governments and the Town of Canmore. One project will construct sidewalks, bicycle paths, transit stops, and pedestrian crossings along the Bow Valley Trail in Canmore. These infrastructure improvements will help pedestrians, cyclists, and commuters travel …
Winnipeg – Protecting freshwater resources starts with empowering local initiatives to protect, restore, and conserve this vital resource. Investing in partner-led projects for environmental protection, restoration, and conservation bolsters Canada’s clean-growth economy and ensures the sustainability of freshwater resources for future generations. Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, announced the launch of applications for three Freshwater Ecosystem Initiatives: …
