Freeland talks on Finance on Bill C-56, Affordable Housing, Groceries Act

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Ottawa – Deputy prime Minister Chrystia Freeland has said: “Mr. Chair, it is my pleasure to appear before you and Members of the committee to discuss Bill C-56, the Affordable Housing and Groceries Act. This legislation is part of our government’s economic plan, which is about building an economy that works for everyone—with good jobs that people can count on. And …

Feds, Northwest Territories sign deal to end gender-based violence

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Ottawa – Launched on November 9, 2022, the National Action Plan to End Gender-based Violence (GBV) is a concrete step towards fulfilling a long-standing commitment of federal, provincial, and territorial governments to working together towards a Canada free of GBV, a Canada that supports victims/survivors and their families from coast to coast to coast. The National Action Plan builds on …

Applications called for Sexual Misconduct Survivors Grant Program

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Ottawa – Improving access to support services across Canada for those who have been affected by sexual misconduct within the wider Defence community is a top priority for the Department of National Defence (DND) and the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF). The Sexual Misconduct Support and Resource Centre (SMSRC) launched its 2023-24 call for applications for the Community Support for Sexual …

Investing in community orgs to help seniors to age at home

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Scarborough = After a lifetime of hard work, seniors want to live healthy, safe and independent lives. They should have the choice to age at home, in their communities. The Government of Canada is investing in organizations that are making this choice possible for more Canadians. Minister of Seniors, Seamus O’Regan Jr., announced $13.95 million in funding for 11 projects …

2B Trees Funding Announced to Plant 300,000 Trees in PEI

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Charlottetown – Forests and trees capture and store carbon, making them an effective natural climate solution. Forests also clean the air that we breathe, improve water quality, enhance biodiversity, restore vital habitats and help cool our urban centres. Planting two billion trees in the next decade is a crucial part of Canada’s climate plan, and the Government of Canada is …

Upgrading Charlottetown Buildings, Advance Climate Action in Stratford, PEI

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Charlottetown – Across the country, Canadians are feeling the impacts of climate change. By investing in job-creating initiatives that lower greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, increase energy efficiency and support green infrastructure, progress toward net-zero by 2050 and building strong, resilient and sustainable communities in every region of the country are possible. Member of Parliament Sean Casey, on behalf of Jonathan …

People in Atlantic provinces now eligible for pollution pricing rebates

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Gatineau – Putting a price on carbon pollution is the most efficient means to fight climate change, while making life more affordable for Canadians. Not only does carbon pollution pricing ensure it is no longer free to pollute anywhere in Canada, but in provinces where the federal pollution pricing system applies, 8 out of 10 Canadians get more money back …

Improving healthy living for priority populations in PEI

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Addressing common risk factors for chronic disease will help improve health and quality of life Prince Edward Island – Physical activity, eating healthier and tobacco cessation help improve health, well-being and quality of life, and also reduce the risk of developing chronic diseases. Engaging communities, especially those who are socially and economically marginalized, to support the health of their communities …

Major contract awarded to renovate landmark building

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Charlottetown – Modernization of Daniel J. MacDonald Building will extend lifecycle of Veterans Affairs Canada national headquarters in Charlottetown. The Government of Canada is providing a modern, sustainable and efficient workplace for Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) to continue to deliver important services and programs to Veterans and their families.  Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, …