Earthquake Early Warning System Launched in Western Canada

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Vancouver – Earthquakes are among the world’s most powerful and destructive natural disasters. When an earthquake hits, a few seconds’ notice can make the difference between life and death and can reduce injuries and protect critical infrastructure by allowing people to take immediate actions to protect themselves and others. Jonathan Wilkinson, Canada’s Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, Harjit Sajjan, …

New acute care tower coming to Surrey Memorial Hospital in BC

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Surrey – People in Surrey will have access to enhanced health-care services as plans move ahead for a new acute care tower at Surrey Memorial Hospital. “Surrey’s quickly growing population needs health care to grow with it,” said Premier David Eby. “People need to know health care is accessible, not after a long wait or a long drive to another …

Minister Ng advances rebuilding Ukraine on Western Canada tour

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Ottawa – Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development has concluded her first trip of the year with a tour of Western Canada. Minister Ng visited Edmonton, Alberta; Saskatoon, Saskatchewan; and Winnipeg, Manitoba, this past week, connecting with local businesses leaders and provincial ministers. During these interactions, her focus was on showcasing opportunities for Canada in …

Competition Bureau preserves competition in retail fuel supply in western Canada

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GATINEAU – The Competition Bureau has reached an agreement with Shell Canada Limited and its affiliates, including Canadian Mobility Services Limited, to resolve competition concerns related to its proposed acquisition of 56 retail gas stations from Sobeys Capital Incorporated in western Canada. The Bureau concluded that the proposed transaction would likely substantially lessen or prevent competition in the supply of …