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 …
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 …
Investing $150,000 to expand Georgian Nordic Outdoor Activity Centre
Parry Sound – From coast to coast, Canada boasts natural beauty. Our Government is supporting the tourism sector so that generations of Canadians and visitors can continue to enjoy what our country has to offer. Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, announced a Government of Canada investment of $149,983 to help the Georgian Nordic Outdoor …
Over $2.7M to help Jambette boost its production capacity
Lévis – The governments of Canada and Quebec are providing over $2.7 million in funding for Jambette Playground Equipment (Jambette) to support the expansion and upgrading of the business’s production processes. Valued at over $16.5 million, the project has enabled the construction of a new plant in Lévis and the acquisition of modern equipment that boosts productivity. The announcement was made …
Supporting tourism development in Laval
Quebec – The tourism industry is essential to economic development in Quebec’s regions. That is why the Minister of Tourism and Minister responsible for CED, Soraya Martinez Ferrada, accompanied by her parliamentary secretary and the Member of Parliament for Vimy, Annie Koutrakis, announced a non-repayable contribution of $520,000 for Tourisme Laval. This CED support will enable the organization to guide …