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  1. The Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Small Business, celebrated Small Business Month (SBM) by meeting with local entrepreneurs and business organizations to highlight the federal government supports that are available to help them thrive.
  2. Today, Dr. Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for the Yukon, on behalf of the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs and Minister responsible for PrairiesCan and CanNor, announced that the Government of Canada is investing over $3.7 million in EntrepreNorth’s Northern Indigenous Entrepreneur Growth and Ecosystem Development Project.
  3. Across British Columbia, small businesses are creating jobs and strengthening communities. PacifiCan is committed to ensuring that entrepreneurs across the province have the resources they need to grow their businesses.
  4. Media are invited to attend a funding announcement supporting Indigenous entrepreneurs as they build their businesses and fuel community economic development across the North.
  5. The Government of Canada and the Government of Quebec are launching the Canada-Quebec Initiative to Help Mitigate the Impacts of Excess Rainfall in Quebec in 2023 (known as AgriRecovery).
  6. Today, Dr. Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for the Yukon, on behalf of the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs and Minister responsible for PrairiesCan and CanNor, announced a federal investment of nearly $100,000 in Northern Garments Inc., a Dawson City-based small business widely known as SKOOKUMbrand.
  7. In recent years, more Canadians have brought pets into their homes. But Canadians’ choice of where to fill their pet’s prescriptions is often limited to veterinary offices – which can mean fewer options and higher prices.
  8. Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, made the following statement:
  9. The Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Small Business, will make an important announcement on bringing new health care innovations to First Nations communities across British Columbia.
  10. For our part, the CRTC imposes requirements that help CBC/Radio-Canada meet its mandate in both official languages, across all its services. The CRTC renewed CBC/Radio-Canada’s broadcasting licence in July 2022 and modified some of its requirements.
  11. The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, will speak about bilateral relations and cooperation between Canada and Italy at the Canada-Italy Forum on Artificial Intelligence.
  12. Today, the CRTC is issuing its first decision under the Online News Act Application and Exemption Regulations(the Regulations). This decision will pave the way for Google to contribute $100 million annually to Canadian news organizations through the Canadian Journalism Collective (CJC).
  13. The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, will be participating in a discussion at the 15th edition of the International Conference on Advanced Lithium Batteries for Automotive Applications (ABAA-15).
  14. Today’s decision sets interim wholesale rates that competitors will pay large telephone companies to access their modern fibre networks. The decision will increase choice of affordable Internet services at the higher speeds Canadians expect.
  15. The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing up to $7.5 million to support 365 projects that will help the province's farmers, food processors, and essential farm-supporting agribusinesses protect their operations against pests and diseases while enhancing operational resilience and strengthening public trust in our food supply system.
  16. From October 20th to 26th during Small Business Week, Canadians across the country are celebrating the crucial role that local companies play in strengthening our communities and economies. Small- and medium-sized businesses are powerful engines for Canada’s economy, employing 64% of Canadian workers. The Government of Canada is investing to help position four Nova Scotia companies for growth and success.
  17. Today, the CRTC approved the addition of Uvagut TV, a channel offered by the Nunavut Independent Television Network, to the basic TV package in Canada.
  18. Eligible southern Ontario businesses and organizations can now apply for support to grow, innovate and diversify, including targeted investments for artificial intelligence projects.
  19. Canada is a world leader in artificial intelligence (AI). Our vast AI ecosystem includes researchers, academics, entrepreneurs and more than 1,500 innovative companies, many of which are small or medium-sized enterprises (SME), serving a wide variety of economic sectors that include health, financial services and agriculture.
  20. The governments of Canada and Ontario are helping 128 apple, tender fruit, and table grape producers grow more popular and hardy varieties of produce. The Growing Future Opportunities Initiative, with funding through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP), is supporting these projects through a $4.4 million investment.
  21. Competition Bureau seeks information from market participants on property controls to advance investigations October 21, 2024 – GATINEAU, QC, Competition Bureau
  22. There are specific mentions of initiatives that fall squarely within the CRTC’s mandate, like helping ensure access and affordability of telecommunications services, implementing the Online News Act, and supporting Canadian and Indigenous content.
  23. The Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Small Business, made the following statement today in recognition of Small Business Week:
  24. The plan details the CRTC’s priorities with a focus on delivering tangible results for Canadians.
  25. Jasper is one of Canada’s most iconic destinations, treasured by Canadians and renowned around the world.
  26. Farmers are vital to Alberta's economy, providing essential food resources and driving rural prosperity, yet they often face burdensome paperwork and high accounting fees that hinder their productivity. Governments are making changes to the AgriStability program to address these challenges.
  27. Concordia University initiative will support research and innovation in sustainability
  28. From fresh seafood caught from the Atlantic Ocean to foraged ingredients found along coastal trails to incredible protein and produce from local farms, Newfoundland and Labrador offers visitors a unique and immersive culinary experience. The Government of Canada, together with the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, is investing to help expand and promote the region’s culinary tourism offerings.
  29. The business receives a total of $800,000 in financial assistance from CED.
  30. Tourism is a key industry and economic driver in every province and territory, supporting over 2 million jobs, or about 10 percent of all employment in Canada in 2023.
  31. On October 18, the Honourable Soraya Martinez Ferrada, Minister of Tourism and Minister responsible for the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec, will announce new support from the Government of Canada to help Jasper’s tourism industry recover and rebuild following last summer’s devastating wildfire.
  32. The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, will announce latest support for the research community in Quebec through the Canada First Research Excellence Fund.
  33. Canada’s small- and medium-sized businesses create good-paying jobs, keep main streets flourishing across the country, and deliver the dream of entrepreneurship.
  34. CED grants a total of nearly $2 million in financial contributions to La Trappe à Fromage de l’Outaouais, Precision Doors & Trim, Courges & cie and Flirt Drinks.
  35. The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing nearly $1.8 million over 2 years to provide international agricultural workers (IAWs) in Ontario with enhanced access to mental health supports in Spanish, Tagalog, French and English.
  36. The Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development and Minister responsible for ACOA, will make an announcement regarding the culinary tourism industry in Newfoundland and Labrador. The Honourable Sarah Stoodley, Minister of Immigration, Population Growth and Skills and Minister esponsible for Francophone Affairs, will also make an announcement on behalf of the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador.
  37. The media are invited to participate in a tour of Evah Corp., a biotechnology business in the animal health sector, along with Annie Koutrakis, Member of Parliament for Vimy and Parliamentary Secretary to the Honourable Soraya Martinez Ferrada, Minister of Tourism and Minister responsible for CED.
  38. CED has granted over $550,000 to the Ville de Grande-Rivière for its project to build an outdoor athletics track.
  39. Media representatives are invited to visit the Courges & cie agri-tourism farm along with the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, Member of Parliament for Gatineau and Minister of Labour and Seniors, and Stéphane Lauzon, Member of Parliament for Argenteuil—La Petite-Nation and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Citizens’ Services.
  40. Kepler Communications is developing an in-orbit, high-speed connectivity network
  41. MRC du Rocher-Percé receives over $1.5M in financial assistance from CED to expand and modernize its air terminal.
  42. Western Newfoundland’s renowned vibrant autumn colours during this time of the year, combined with spectacular ocean and mountain scenery, numerous hiking and biking trails, and unique cultural and immersive experiences continue to draw visitors from around the world. The Government of Canada and the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador are making significant investments to support projects that will further enhance the visitor experience in the region.
  43. Western Newfoundland’s renowned vibrant autumn colours during this time of the year, combined with spectacular ocean and mountain scenery, numerous hiking and biking trails, and unique cultural and immersive experiences continue to draw visitors from around the world. The Government of Canada, through ACOA, is investing a total of $1,075,973 to support projects that will bolster the visitor experience in the region. The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador is contributing a total of $376,145.
  44. Canada is positioned as a global leader in innovation thanks to its thriving manufacturing sector, characterized by cutting-edge technology. The Government of Canada is committed to supporting our local manufacturing firms as they adopt new processes and develop made-in-Canada products to strengthen their position in global supply chains and create good jobs for Canadians.
  45. Three organizations expand experiences and attract more visitors with Government of Canada support
  46. Cereal crops are a staple of Canada’s agricultural sector.
  47. Today, families across Canada will receive their Canada Carbon Rebate for individuals, a payment that is making life more affordable for Canadians.
  48. On behalf of the Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), Vance Badawey, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Transport and Member of Parliament for Niagara Centre along with Chris Bittle, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities and Member of Parliament for St. Catharines, will make an important announcement in support of southern Ontario’s manufacturing sector.
  49. Today, the Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), announced a combined repayable investment of more than $12 million for six manufacturers in the EV sector to expand production capabilities and adopt new equipment.
  50. Federal investment will support the growth of six manufacturers in the electric vehicles supply chain