Canada

Minister Valdez Announces $2 Million to Support Hundreds of Women Entrepreneurs Across Canada November 12, 2024 – Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, announced a $2 million investment to support hundreds of women entrepreneurs across Canada in strengthening their business skills. This investment will be … Read more

The Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, to make multiple announcements regarding Jasper reopening and economic recovery efforts CANMORE, Alta. – The Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion, on behalf of the Honourable Daniel Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, will make multiple announcements that support … Read more

Minister Hussen announces more than $35 million for international assistance projects in Africa November 12, 2024 The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, today announced more than $35 million in funding for international assistance projects in Africa. This funding will support projects that promote gender equality, improve maternal and child health, and strengthen education … Read more

Backgrounder – Minister Hussen announces more than $35 million for international assistance projects in Africa November 12, 2024 – Ottawa, Ontario – Global Affairs Canada The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Housing and Diversity and Inclusion, today announced more than $35 million in funding for 12 international assistance projects in Africa. This funding will support … Read more

Temporary Closure of LaSalle Causeway for Marine Navigation Channel LaSalle, Ontario – November 12, 2024 The LaSalle Causeway will be temporarily closed to vehicular traffic from Monday, November 13, 2024, at 7:00 AM until Tuesday, November 14, 2024, at 7:00 PM to facilitate the opening of the marine navigation channel. The closure is necessary to … Read more

Federal government supports projects for Veterans experiencing or at risk of homelessness OTTAWA, Ontario – Canada’s Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, Lawrence MacAulay, today announced $1.3 million in funding for four projects that will help prevent and reduce homelessness among Veterans. “Veterans have served our country with honour and dedication, … Read more

Government of Canada to Host Media Availability Supporting Nature Protection Ottawa, Ontario – November 12, 2024 – The Government of Canada will host a media availability on Monday, November 14, 2024, to highlight its commitment to protecting nature and supporting the conservation of Canada’s natural heritage. The Minister of Environment and Climate Change, the Honourable … Read more

Government of Canada Expands Student Loan Forgiveness for Nurses and Doctors in Underserved Rural and Remote Communities November 12, 2024 The Government of Canada has announced a significant expansion of the Canada Student Loan forgiveness program for nurses and doctors working in underserved rural and remote communities. Program Enhancements The program has been enhanced in … Read more

Helping Alberta Kids Lead with Heart, Head, Hands, and Health November 12, 2024 Edmonton, AB – A new initiative is underway to help Alberta kids develop into well-rounded individuals who are physically active, mentally healthy, and socially engaged. The “Leading with Heart, Head, Hands, and Health” initiative is a partnership between the Alberta government, Alberta … Read more

Service Canada Prepared to Meet Canadians’ Needs in the Event of a Canada Post Labour Disruption November 12, 2024, Ottawa, ON – Service Canada is closely monitoring the ongoing labour negotiations between Canada Post and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW). The department is prepared to take necessary steps to ensure that Canadians continue … Read more