Ottawa – The Government of Canada announced that it has reached a tentative agreement with the Professional Institute of the Public Service of Canada (PIPSC), for the Applied Science and Patent Examination (SP) group. Upon ratification, the agreement would apply to approximately 9,125 members located across the country. The 4-year tentative agreement, expiring on September 30th, 2026, would provide general …
Rural communities to benefit from increased connectivity to high-speed internet Ontario – All Canadians need access to reliable high-speed internet, no matter where they live. The governments of Canada and Ontario are taking action to bring high-speed internet access to unserved and underserved communities across Ontario. Anita Anand, President of the Treasury Board, and Filomena Tassi, Minister responsible for the …
North Bay – Indigenous Peoples face multiple barriers in accessing adequate mental health care, primarily due to systemic racism stemming from colonial practices and policies like residential schooling. The Government of Canada is committed to addressing disparities across our universal healthcare system and ensuring that all Indigenous Peoples have equitable access to compassionate, trauma-informed, and culturally-based mental health resources and …
Vancouver – Through the Greening Government Strategy, the Government of Canada is committed to being a global leader in government operations that are net zero, climate resilient and green. Mona Fortier, President of the Treasury Board of Canada, accompanied by Joyce Murray, Minister of Fisheries and Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, announced the Future Energy Solutions project, in British Columbia, …
Ottawa – Electric vehicles (EVs) help keep our air clean and save drivers money. They also represent a major opportunity for Canadian workers and Canada’s economy as we build and power these vehicles right here at home. To help drivers feel confident in making the switch to an EV, the Government of Canada is building a coast-to-coast network of charging stations …
Ottawa – Pre-arrival settlement services are key to setting newcomers up for success in Canada. They provide newcomers with the information and support they need to make informed decisions about their new lives in Canada before they arrive, which helps them successfully transition to their communities and find work faster. Mona Fortier, President of the Treasury Board, and Marie-France Lalonde, …
