Canada Service Corps – Results of the 2023 call for proposals Ottawa, January 16, 2025 – The Government of Canada is pleased to announce the results of the 2023 call for proposals for the Canada Service Corps (CSC). The CSC is a national program that engages young Canadians in meaningful service opportunities to address pressing … Read more
Government of Canada Announces New Canada Service Corps Volunteer Service Opportunities for Up to 20,000 Youth Ottawa, Ontario – January 16, 2025 – The Government of Canada today announced the launch of the Canada Service Corps, a new volunteer service program that will provide opportunities for up to 20,000 youth to gain valuable experience and … Read more
Canada and Poland Strengthen Security Cooperation with General Security of Information Agreement Ottawa, Ontario – January 16, 2025 Canada and Poland have signed a General Security of Information Agreement (GSIA) to enhance the protection of sensitive information exchanged between the two nations. The agreement aims to facilitate defense and security cooperation while fostering economic prosperity. … Read more
NFB Films Take Center Stage at Victoria Film Festival, Highlighting BC Directors January 16, 2025 Victoria, BC – The Victoria Film Festival (VFF) is proud to feature eight films produced or co-produced by the National Film Board of Canada (NFB) in its 2025 lineup. Notably, four of these works are directed by acclaimed British Columbia … Read more
Government of Canada backs decarbonization initiative to aid Saskatchewan businesses Ottawa, ON – 2025-01-16 – The Government of Canada declared today its support for a decarbonization initiative intended to aid Saskatchewan businesses in lowering their greenhouse gas emissions and transitioning to a clean energy future. The $20 million “Saskatchewan Decarbonization Initiative” will assist businesses in … Read more
Seven NFB-Produced Films Highlight Local Talent at Available Light Film Festival Whitehorse, Yukon – January 16, 2025 – The 2025 Available Light Film Festival (ALFF), Canada’s largest film festival north of 60°, is thrilled to announce the inclusion of seven National Film Board of Canada (NFB)-produced and co-produced films in its program. World Premieres Showcase … Read more
Kim O’Bomsawin’s Ninan Auassat: We, the Children screening in Montreal starting February 7 By Nick Patchin Kim O’Bomsawin’s award-winning film Ninan Auassat: We, the Children will screen in Montreal starting February 7. The film, which premiered at the 2022 Toronto International Film Festival, tells the story of a group of Atikamekw children who were taken … Read more
Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly to hold a virtual media availability in Washington D.C. January 16, 2025 OTTAWA, ON – Today, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Harjit Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, will hold a virtual media availability in Washington … Read more
New Centre for Housing Innovation to be established with Government of Canada support January 16, 2025 The Government of Canada is investing $20 million in a new Centre for Housing Innovation that will be established in Edmonton, Alberta. The centre will bring together researchers, industry leaders, and government representatives to develop and test new solutions … Read more
Improved water security is coming to the Sunshine Coast Sunshine Coast, BC – January 16, 2025 – The Sunshine Coast Regional District (SCRD) is investing in a new water treatment plant to improve water security for the region. The new plant will be located in Sechelt and will treat water from the Chapman Creek Reservoir. … Read more