The Government of Canada is making investments across British Columbia to refresh community spaces, attract new visitors, and stimulate local economies Nakusp – Safe and inclusive public spaces and dynamic tourism attractions are key to vibrant communities. They bring together people of all ages and abilities, in turn supporting businesses and boosting economic vitality. Throughout the West Kootenay region of …
Dhaka – Harjit Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, was in Dhaka. He spent the day to hear directly from refugee women, girls, boys and men in Bangladesh. He also met with the ultra poor women in host communities.
The Government of Canada is making investments across British Columbia to refresh community spaces, attract new visitors, and stimulate local economies Salmon Arm – Safe and inclusive public spaces and dynamic tourism attractions are key to vibrant communities. They bring together people of all ages and abilities, in turn supporting businesses and boosting economic vitality. Throughout the Thompson Okanagan region …
The Government of Canada is making investments across British Columbia to refresh community spaces, attract new visitors, and stimulate local economies Vancouver – Chinatown has been an integral part of the social, cultural, and commercial fabric of Vancouver for over 135 years. It has also been a special destination for thousands of tourists keen to experience the kindness, hospitality, and …
Ottawa – International Development Week is a time to reflect on the incredible difference that development assistance makes for families and communities around the world. It is also a chance to highlight the innovative and exciting ways that Canadians can engage in advancing the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). As part of International Development Week 2023, the Honourable Harjit S. …
Vancouver – Around the world, healthy ocean ecosystems, which are a key source of food and livelihoods for coastal communities and beyond, are under threat. The effects of climate change and biodiversity loss have caused coastal erosion and infertile wetlands that jeopardize the economic, social and environmental viability of coastal regions and communities, particularly those in developing countries where the …
Ottawa – Jordan is a long-standing partner of Canada in the Middle East. The 2 countries work together to promote regional peace and stability, refugee protection, women’s economic empowerment and education. Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, met in Ottawa with Jordan’s Ayman Safadi, Minister of Foreign Affairs and …
Ottawa – In 2022, Pakistan experienced unprecedented rains and devastating floods that caused the deaths of more than 1,700 people and affected the lives of 33 million people across the country. Homes, roads, schools, health facilities and other critical infrastructure were destroyed, and livelihoods, livestock and crops were also severely affected. Canada participated in the International Conference on Climate Resilient Pakistan, …
British Columbia – Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, announced a federal investment of $99,907 to support two active transportation projects in the Fraser Valley The City of Mission will receive funding to complete the planning and design of a key portion of the Experience the Fraser (ETF) …
Ottawa – Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, announced that he will travel to Barbados and Jamaica from January 9 to 14, 2023. During his visit, Minister Sajjan will hold discussions with regional officials on shared priorities such as justice, human rights and gender equality, health, including the …
