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Department of Justice Canada

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Statement by Minister Virani on the Chief Commissioner of the Canadian Human Rights Commission

by Department of Justice Canada on Wednesday 07 August 2024 11:51 PM UTC+00 | Tags: statements

Today, the Honourable Arif Virani, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, issued the following statement on the independent fact-finding review of the recently appointed Chief Commissioner of the Canadian Human Rights Commission (CHRC)

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Natural Resources Canada

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Government of Canada to Make a 2 Billion Trees Funding Announcement in Sudbury

by Natural Resources Canada on Wednesday 07 August 2024 11:12 PM UTC+00 | Tags: media-advisories

Marc G. Serré, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources and to the Minister of Official Languages, on behalf of the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, will make a 2 Billion Trees program funding announcement in Sudbury, Ontario.

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Prime Minister of Canada

Prime Minister's itinerary for Wednesday, August 7, 2024
Prime Minister's itinerary for Thursday, August 8, 2024

Prime Minister's itinerary for Wednesday, August 7, 2024

Wednesday 07 August 2024 11:37 AM UTC+00

Prime Minister's itinerary for Wednesday, August 7, 2024

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Prime Minister's itinerary for Thursday, August 8, 2024

Wednesday 07 August 2024 08:50 PM UTC+00

Prime Minister's itinerary for Thursday, August 8, 2024

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National Battlefields Commission

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Temporary Closure of Gilmour Hill

by The National Battlefields Commission on Wednesday 07 August 2024 07:39 PM UTC+00 | Tags: media-advisories

Gilmour Hill will be closed on August 8, 2024 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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National Defence

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Minister Blair announces contract award for new 480-room military accommodations facility at CFB Esquimalt and highlights plan to build more homes on military bases

by National Defence on Wednesday 07 August 2024 04:59 PM UTC+00 | Tags: news-releases

Minister Blair announces contract award for new 480-room military accommodations facility at CFB Esquimalt and highlights plan to build more homes on military bases

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Environment and Climate Change Canada

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Environment and Climate Change Canada to hold media availability on upcoming potential heavy rainfall for parts of Eastern Canada

by Environment and Climate Change Canada on Wednesday 07 August 2024 08:28 PM UTC+00 | Tags: media-advisories

Media representatives are advised that Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) will hold a media availability on the upcoming potential for heavy rainfall associated with the moisture from remnants of Tropical Storm Debby in parts of Ontario, Quebec and the Atlantic provinces starting Friday and continuing into the weekend.

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Employment and Social Development Canada

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Building more child care spaces for families in Manitoba

by Employment and Social Development Canada on Wednesday 07 August 2024 07:49 PM UTC+00 | Tags: news-releases

Families across Canada rely on access to high-quality, affordable, and inclusive child care. That is why the federal government and Manitoba are working together to create more early learning and child-care spaces to meet the needs of children and families no matter where they live.

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Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions

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Government of Canada invests in community development with support for two Micmac communities in Gaspésie

by Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions on Wednesday 07 August 2024 05:58 PM UTC+00 | Tags: news-releases

Two band councils receive a total of just over $1,170,000 in financial assistance from CED.

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Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions

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Government of Canada supports Gestion Alter-Direct international's growth

by Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions on Wednesday 07 August 2024 07:28 PM UTC+00 | Tags: news-releases

Carleton-sur-Mer business receives $600,000 in financial assistance from CED.

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Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions

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Backgrounder: Government of Canada invests in community development with support for two Micmac communities in Gaspésie

by Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions on Wednesday 07 August 2024 05:57 PM UTC+00 | Tags: backgrounders

The following information is in addition to the news release issued on August 7, 2024, on CED's financial assistance, the recipient organizations, and their respective projects.

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Canadian Heritage

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Government of Canada to make an announcement supporting early learning and child care in British Columbia

by Canadian Heritage on Wednesday 07 August 2024 06:02 PM UTC+00 | Tags: media-advisories

The Honourable Carla Qualtrough, Minister of Sport and Physical Activity, will be in Vancouver to announce new child care spaces across British Columbia.

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Correctional Service of Canada

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End of lockdown and search at Warkworth Institution

by Correctional Service Canada on Wednesday 07 August 2024 06:44 PM UTC+00 | Tags: news-releases

The lockdown put in place at Warkworth Institution on July 30, 2024 has ended and the exceptional search has been completed.

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Public Services and Procurement Canada

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Full closures of Des Joachims Bridge

by Public Services and Procurement Canada on Wednesday 07 August 2024 02:41 PM UTC+00 | Tags: media-advisories

Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise users of full closures of the Des Joachims Bridge for repair work.

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Environment and Climate Change Canada

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Federal Government announces support for community-led health study in Athabasca oil sands region

by Environment and Climate Change Canada on Wednesday 07 August 2024 03:31 PM UTC+00 | Tags: news-releases

The Minister of Environment and Climate Change, the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, visited Fort Chipewyan, Alberta and met with community leaders and members to better understand their concerns about the environmental and human health risks associated with living near the Athabasca oil sands region.

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Canadian Food Inspection Agency

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Statement on the food safety investigation related to the recall of various Silk and Great Value brand plant-based refrigerated beverages

by Canadian Food Inspection Agency on Wednesday 07 August 2024 03:59 PM UTC+00 | Tags: statements

The CFIA released the following statement on the ongoing food safety investigation related to the recall of various Silk and Great Value brand plant-based refrigerated beverages due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

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Transport Canada

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Minister Rodriguez to announce funding to enhance regional connectivity and help make life cost less

by Transport Canada on Wednesday 07 August 2024 05:42 PM UTC+00 | Tags: media-advisories

The Minister of Transport and Quebec Lieutenant, Pablo Rodriguez, will announce infrastructure funding to enhance regional connectivity in the Prairies. Minister Rodriguez will be joined by Dan Vandal, the Minister of Northern Affairs, and Joey Petrisor, the President and Chief Executive Officer of Perimeter Aviation.

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Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

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Governments Investing in Food Safety and Industry Growth

by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada on Wednesday 07 August 2024 03:38 PM UTC+00 | Tags: news-releases

The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing up to $5 million, through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP), to help the important small businesses in the agriculture and food industry enhance their food safety systems and stimulate growth.

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Canadian Race Relations Foundation

The CRRF Welcomes Jamal Koulmiye-Boyce

Wednesday 07 August 2024 05:51 PM UTC+00 | Tags: announcements

Jamal is a passionate educator and advocate with nine years of experience in anti-racism, solidarity work, and catalyzing community-driven change across Canada. He holds an Honors Bachelor of Social Science in Conflict Studies and Human Rights with a Minor in Economics from the University of Ottawa and a graduate diploma in project management and program evaluation from St. Francis Xavier University.

As a 2022 National Pathy Fellow, Jamal founded Color In Practice, a national social enterprise providing impactful programming for Black, Indigenous, and Racialized youth, while assisting charities, non-profits, and private businesses in their efforts to advance social justice. In 2023, Color In Practice hosted Canada's first in-person annual national convening of Black and Indigenous changemakers.

Jamal continues to share his expertise in anti-oppressive frameworks and community-informed governance through his advisory role at Indigenous Youth Roots, a national Indigenous-led charity.

In his spare time, Jamal enjoys bushcraft, backcountry camping, and connecting with nature.

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Bank of Canada

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Summary of Governing Council deliberations: Fixed announcement date of July 24, 2024

Wednesday 07 August 2024 08:57 AM UTC+00

This is an account of the deliberations of the Bank of Canada's Governing Council leading to the monetary policy decision on July 24, 2024.

Fisheries and Oceans Canada

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Minister Lebouthillier to co-chair the Canadian Council of Fisheries and Aquaculture Ministers meeting

by Fisheries and Oceans Canada on Wednesday 07 August 2024 03:46 PM UTC+00 | Tags: news-releases

Collaboration with provincial and territorial partners is critical to keeping Canada's waters and coastlines safe, healthy and prosperous, now and for generations to come.

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Infrastructure Canada

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Community Building in Paddle Prairie Metis Settlement receiving energy efficiency upgrades

by Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada on Wednesday 07 August 2024 03:59 PM UTC+00 | Tags: news-releases

An essential community building in Paddle Prairie is taking steps to become greener and more accessible after an investment of $510,700 from the federal government.

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National Defence

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Canada's P-8A Poseidon aircraft procurement bringing investment and economic growth to British Columbia

by National Defence on Wednesday 07 August 2024 03:17 PM UTC+00 | Tags: news-releases

Today, the Honourable Bill Blair, Minister of National Defence, welcomed Boeing's $61 million investment in the British Columbian aerospace sector. This investment is part of the Industrial and Technological Benefits (ITBs) included in Canada's decision to procure up to 16 P-8A Poseidon aircraft from the United States Government and Boeing through the Canadian Multi-Mission Aircraft (CMMA) project.

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Environment and Climate Change Canada

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Canada invests over $12.5 million to increase conserved areas primarily in southern Ontario

by Environment and Climate Change Canada on Wednesday 07 August 2024 04:29 PM UTC+00 | Tags: news-releases

Today, Julie Dabrusin, Member of Parliament for Toronto—Danforth, and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Environment and Climate Change Canada and to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Canada along with Tony Van Bynen, Member of Parliament for Newmarket—Aurora, on behalf of the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, announced that the Government of Canada has invested over $12.5 million in Canada Nature Fund and Enhanced Nature Legacy funding (through the Target 1 Challenge program) with Conservation Ontario to support the acquisition of land primarily in southern Ontario.

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Health Canada

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Nearly 450,000 eligible Canadians have received care under the Canadian Dental Care Plan

by Health Canada on Wednesday 07 August 2024 02:30 PM UTC+00 | Tags: news-releases

As of today, more than 2.3 million Canadians have been approved to receive coverage under the plan and close to 450,000 have already received care. Participation among Canadians is steadily increasing, highlighting the importance of dental care and the need for the CDCP to make care more accessible and affordable.

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Employment and Social Development Canada

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Governments of Canada and New Brunswick announce Early Learning and Child Care Action Plan

by Employment and Social Development Canada on Wednesday 07 August 2024 02:21 PM UTC+00 | Tags: news-releases

Today, the Honourable Jenna Sudds, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Public Safety, Democratic Institutions and Intergovernmental Affairs, and the Honourable Bill Hogan, New Brunswick's Minister of Education and Early Childhood Development, announced a three-year action plan to improve and expand early learning and child care services across the province.

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Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario

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Eastern Ontario offers expanded tourism experiences

by Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario on Wednesday 07 August 2024 03:08 PM UTC+00 | Tags: backgrounders

Today, on behalf of the Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), Mark Gerretsen, Member of Parliament for Kingston and the Islands, announced an investment of over $3.7 million through the Tourism Growth Program (TGP) for 27 organizations in Eastern Ontario to draw new visitors to the region through expanded offerings.

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Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario

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Government of Canada enhances tourism experiences offered in Eastern Ontario

by Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario on Wednesday 07 August 2024 03:15 PM UTC+00 | Tags: news-releases

Nestled amidst picturesque waterways, charming historic sites, and a thriving arts scene, Eastern Ontario attracts visitors with a blend of natural beauty, cultural richness, charming towns and hidden gems, making it a cherished destination for travellers seeking memorable experiences.

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Canadian Heritage

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Acadie de Chezzetcook receives more than $1.5 million to develop new cultural facilities

by Canadian Heritage on Wednesday 07 August 2024 03:11 PM UTC+00 | Tags: news-releases

Government of Canada supports Acadie de Chezzetcook with $1,547,459 in funding.

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Competition Bureau Canada

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Competition Bureau seeks feedback on competitor property controls guidance

by Competition Bureau Canada on Wednesday 07 August 2024 03:14 PM UTC+00 | Tags: news-releases

The Competition Bureau is inviting Canadians to provide comments on its preliminary enforcement approach to competitor property controls following recent changes to the Competition Act.

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Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada

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Canada to invest in Mississauga-based Eurofins CDMO Alphora Inc.

by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada on Wednesday 07 August 2024 02:22 PM UTC+00 | Tags: news-releases

Project will strengthen domestic production of antibody and other protein-based therapies

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Infrastructure Canada

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Investment in new wheelchair accessible transportation services in the Cabot Trail area

by Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada on Wednesday 07 August 2024 01:15 PM UTC+00 | Tags: news-releases

The Town of Chéticamp and surrounding communities will have access to improved and accessible transportation services after an investment of more than $300,000 from the federal government.

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Employment and Social Development Canada

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Minister Sudds to visit child care centre in Bedford

by Employment and Social Development Canada on Wednesday 07 August 2024 12:30 PM UTC+00 | Tags: media-advisories

The Honourable Jenna Sudds, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, will visit and meet with employees of Le Petit Voilier in Bedford, Nova Scotia to highlight investments in early learning and child care to better support young families.

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Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions

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Invitation to media – Minister Soraya Martinez Ferrada to announce CED support for Gaspésie tourism sector

by Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions on Wednesday 07 August 2024 09:58 AM UTC+00 | Tags: media-advisories

The Honourable Soraya Martinez Ferrada, Minister of Tourism and Minister responsible for CED, invites the media to cover the second day of activities of her Gaspésie tour. For the occasion, she will be accompanied by the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Member of Parliament for Gaspésie‒Les Îles-de-la-Madeleine and Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard.

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Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada: Canada and Snuneymuxw First Nation to celebrate the signing of a historic agreement

Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada Canada News Centre Canada and Snuneymuxw First Nation to celebrate the signing of a historic agreement by Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada on Friday 26 January 2024 11:08 PM UTC+00 | Tags: media-advisories Chief Michael Wyse of the Snuneymuxw First Nation and the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, will celebrate the signing of a historic agreement related to Snuneymuxw First Nation lands. Tags: media-advisories

Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada: Snuneymuxw First Nation and Canada sign historic land reconciliation agreement

Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada Canada News Centre Snuneymuxw First Nation and Canada sign historic land reconciliation agreement by Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada on Saturday 27 January 2024 03:30 PM UTC+00 | Tags: news-releases Today, Chief Michael Wyse of the Snuneymuxw First Nation and the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, celebrated the signing of a historic Interim Land Reconciliation Agreement, that will allocate 80.09 hectares of land (the "Camp Nanaimo Lands on Te'tuxwtun") to be set aside as a reserve for the Snuneymuxw First Nation. Tags: news-releases

Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada: Snuneymuxw First Nation and Canada sign historic land reconciliation agreement

Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada Canada News Centre Snuneymuxw First Nation and Canada sign historic land reconciliation agreement by Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada on Saturday 27 January 2024 03:30 PM UTC+00 | Tags: news-releases Today, Chief Michael Wyse of the Snuneymuxw First Nation and the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, celebrated the signing of a historic Interim Land Reconciliation Agreement, that will allocate 80.09 hectares of land (the "Camp Nanaimo Lands on Te'tuxwtun") to be set aside as a reserve for the Snuneymuxw First Nation. Tags: news-releases

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