Business & Industry

1. Government of Canada invests in world-leading research infrastructure

   Funding for TRIUMF will help support medical breakthroughs and Canadian physics research

2. Manitoba Celebrates 10 years of Farm and Food Awareness Week with Support to Agriculture in the Classroom Manitoba

   The governments of Canada and Manitoba are encouraging all Manitobans to learn more about the important role that agriculture producers play in ensuring that our agri-food system remains diverse, safe and sustainable by attending at least one of the many events around the province celebrating the 10th annual Farm and Food Awareness Week, September 16th-20th, federal Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, and Manitoba Agriculture Minister Ron Kostyshyn announced today.

3. Government of Canada announces support for over 6,900 top-tier researchers, projects and infrastructure across the country

   Canada’s outstanding researchers and institutions are at the forefront of science and innovation, playing a crucial role in shaping a stronger, healthier, and more resilient country. We also know that supporting our students means empowering them to solve the world’s biggest challenges and making sure every generation gets a fair chance to reach their full potential. That is why the federal government continues to invest in the research community, spurring tomorrow’s groundbreaking discoveries and enhancing quality of life for all Canadians.

4. New funding to support potato growers

   New Brunswick potato producers who endured extraordinary costs resulting from excessive moisture during last year's growing season will have access to financial assistance starting this November.

5. Government of Canada to announce support for researchers and projects across Canada

   The Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of National Revenue, on behalf of the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, will announce support awarded to researchers and projects at institutions across Canada and highlight the Government of Canada’s support for Canada’s research community.

6. Minister Sajjan to highlight support for next-generation research

   The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, on behalf of the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, will highlight support to advance next-generation, cutting-edge research.

7. Minister Valdez celebrates improvements to Futurpreneur Canada’s programming for young entrepreneurs

   The federal government believes that every Canadian with a dream of opening a small business should be able to do so—no matter their background. Increasing access to financing and mentorship is key to this and will help young entrepreneurs across Canada open and grow their small businesses.

8. Government of Canada makes a contribution to Canadian AI company to advance digital experiences for enterprises

   Contribution in Coveo Solutions Inc. will generate significant research and development opportunities in Canada

9. Government of Canada announces contract award for maintenance of Leopard 2 tanks

   The Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Public Services and Procurement, and the Honourable Bill Blair, Minister of National Defence, announced that the federal government has awarded a contract to KNDS Deutschland GmbH & Co. KG (KNDS) for the long-term sustainment of the Leopard 2 Family of Vehicles (FoV).

10. Vicky Eatrides to the Rencontres de l’Association québécoise de l’industrie du disque, du spectacle et de la vidéo

    We understand the important role that radio and online streaming services play and we also know that there is a need for urgent action. That is why we are working quickly to modernize the broadcasting framework.

11. Minister MacAulay announces new members of the Canadian Agricultural Youth Council

    Today, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced the members of the third cohort of the Canadian Agricultural Youth Council (CAYC). Nine new faces and 13 returning youth from the second cohort will make up the new Council, all serving terms of 18 months.

12. Statement from Minister MacAulay on China’s anti-dumping investigation

    Today, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, issued the following statement in response to China’s anti-dumping investigation into Canadian canola seed exports:

13. Governments Investing in Innovation to Strengthen Ontario's Agri-Food Sector

    The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing an additional $3.5 million in the Ontario Agri-Food Research Initiative (OAFRI) to support the development and adoption of new technologies for farmers, food processors and agri-businesses that will enhance their competitiveness and growth.

14. Nathalie Théberge to the annual conference of the Canadian Communication Systems Alliance (CCSA)

    I want to use my time today to highlight how some of our recent work contributes directly to diversity and choice in Canada.

15. Beware: your snow removal company could be walking on thin ice

    Beware: your snow removal company could be walking on thin ice September 9, 2024 – GATINEAU (Québec), Competition Bureau

16. Minister MacAulay announces launch of new School Food Infrastructure Fund and renewed Local Food Infrastructure Fund to improve food security in Canada

    All Canadians, particularly young Canadians, deserve to have access to nutritious food.

17. Canada's Competition Summit 2024: Competition Bureau releases details about panels and expert participants

    On September 16, 2024, the Competition Bureau will host “Canada's Competition Summit 2024: Market Dynamics in the AI Era”. Held in Ottawa and virtually, this full-day event will bring together domestic and international competition authorities, regulators, businesses, non-governmental organizations, lawyers and academics to understand and address the economic implications of AI.

18. Minister MacAulay to announce investments to help provide more nutritious, local food to Canadians

    The Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, will announce investments to support school food infrastructure and to improve food security for Canadians of all ages.

19. MP McLeod announces funding to support innovation and infrastructure development in Yellowknife

    CanNor is investing over $730,000 to support expanded programming and workspace improvements at YK Makerspace

20. The National Research Council of Canada launches consultations to study single egress design in residential buildings

    Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science, and Industry, announced that the National Research Council of Canada has launched consultations to study single egress design in residential buildings design..

21. Boundless Accelerator launches the Southern Ontario Environmental Impact Fund

    Southern Ontario has a diverse network of promising entrepreneurs and businesses. They are fueling Canada’s potential as a leader in clean technology. That is why the Government of Canada is committed to supporting the growth of businesses and organizations by providing them with the resources they need to bring green innovations to market and support a strong economy.

22. Michael McLeod, MP for the Northwest Territories, to announce funding for innovation and infrastructure development in Yellowknife

    Please be advised that Michael McLeod, Member of Parliament for the Northwest Territories, on behalf of the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, and Minister responsible for PrairiesCan and CanNor, will make a funding announcement regarding support for a project by Makerspace YK.

23. Minister MacAulay announces the re-appointment of Geneviève Parent to the Canada Agricultural Review Tribunal

    Today, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced the re-appointment of Geneviève Parent as a member of the Canada Agricultural Review Tribunal for a three-year term, starting August 31, 2024. This will be her third consecutive term.

24. GreenCentre Canada continues its Advance-ON program with Government of Canada support

    Canada’s cleantech sector continues to thrive with innovative ideas that will lead to a greener future for everyone. The Government of Canada is supporting businesses, organizations and entrepreneurs in this space to ensure they have the support they need to create new technologies and good jobs for Canadians.

25. Government of Canada enhances tourism experiences in Niagara Region and surrounding areas

    Eleven organizations expand their experiences to attract more visitors and grow local economies

26. Niagara Region and surrounding areas tourism organizations offer expanded experiences

    Today, 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; and Chris Bittle, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, and Member of Parliament for St. Catharines, announced an investment of over $1.3 million for 11 tourism organizations across the Niagara Region and surrounding areas that are diversifying their offerings and contributing to attracting new visitors to the region. This includes four projects that support Indigenous tourism.

27. Government of Canada announcement to support the growth of clean-tech in Ontario

    Lloyd Longfield, Member of Parliament for Guelph, on behalf of the Honorable Filomena Tassi, Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, will make an important announcement to support the growth of clean-tech in Ontario.

28. Government of Canada to announce support for Ontario’s cleantech sector

    Mark Gerretsen, Member of Parliament for Kingston and the Islands, on behalf of the Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), will make an important announcement in support of Ontario’s cleantech sector.

29. Government of Canada to support tourism growth projects in the Niagara Region and surrounding areas

    Vance Badawey, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Transport and Member of Parliament for Niagara Centre, on behalf of her honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, will make an important announcement in support of tourism growth projects in the Niagara Region and surrounding areas.

30. Governments Partnering to Boost Innovation in the Agri-Food Industry

    The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing up to $22.6 million, through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP), to expand production capacity and boost energy efficiency in the agriculture and food sector.

31. Minister Valdez announces funding recipients of Canada’s first-ever 2SLGBTQI+ Entrepreneurship Program

    2SLGBTQI+ entrepreneurs are a core part of Canada’s economy, with over 100,000 2SLGBTQI+-owned and -operated businesses in Canada employing over 435,000 Canadians and generating over $22 billion in economic activity.

32. Government of Canada supports tourism development in Laval

    Tourisme Laval receives $520,000 in financial assistance from CED.

33. CRTC Broadband Fund: Projects selected in August 2024

    The CRTC has selected four new projects to receive funding through its Broadband Fund.

34. CRTC takes action to improve cellphone service along eight major roads

    Today, the CRTC is taking action to improve cellphone service along nearly one hundred kilometres of major roads in Newfoundland and Labrador, Quebec, and Ontario. Better coverage will help make it safer for Canadians to travel along these roads.

35. Invitation to media – Minister Soraya Martinez Ferrada to visit Laval

    The Honourable Soraya Martinez Ferrada, Member of Parliament for Hochelaga, Minister of Tourism and Minister responsible for CED, accompanied by her parliamentary secretary and the Member of Parliament for Vimy, Annie Koutrakis, will be in Laval this coming August 29.

36. Government of Canada helps to reduce rubber industry’s environmental impact with support for American Biltrite

    Sherbrooke business receives $98,000 in financial assistance from CED.

37. Government of Canada lists federal lands for housing and new tool for builders

    Canada is facing a housing crisis that is impacting lives and communities across the country. We need to build more homes, faster, to get Canadians into homes that meet their needs, at prices they can afford.

38. Minister Valdez to make an important announcement regarding Canada’s first-ever 2SLGBTQI+ Entrepreneurship Program

    The Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Small Business, with the Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, and Darrell Schuurman, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Canada's 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce, will announce a major milestone in delivering the 2SLGBTQI+ Entrepreneurship Program.

39. Government of Canada lists federal lands for housing in Montréal and across the country

    On August 25, 2024, the Government of Canada announced a new tool for builders called the Canada Public Land Bank, the first step under the new Public Lands for Homes Plan. The Canada Public Land Bank features 56 federal properties that have been identified as being able to support housing, including five new properties now intended for leasing and ready for builders to submit their plans.

40. The Government of Canada invests in business growth and competitiveness with support for Rustica Foods Inc.

    The Montréal business obtains $1,000,000 in funding from CED.

41. Invitation to media – Government of Canada to provide update on Public Lands for Homes Plan, as part of Canada’s Housing Plan

    The Honourable Soraya Martinez Ferrada, Member of Parliament for Hochelaga, Minister of Tourism and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED), on behalf of the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Public Services and Procurement, will announce an important milestone in the federal government’s efforts to address the national housing crisis and build more homes, faster. For the occasion, Minister Martinez Ferrada will be accompanied by Emmanuella Lambropoulos, Member of Parliament for Saint-Laurent.

42. Minister Ng to visit Washington, D.C.

    The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, today announced she will visit Washington, D.C., on August 28, 2024.

43. Invitation to media – Élisabeth Brière to visit the facilities of Sherbrooke SME American Biltrite (Canada)

    Media representatives are invited to visit the facilities of American Biltrite (Canada) Ltd. along with Élisabeth Brière, Member of Parliament for Sherbrooke and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Families, Children and Social Development and to the Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health.

44. Ottawa and Québec grant over $1.6M to Emballages Façoteck to improve its productivity

    The governments of Canada and Quebec and Investissement Québec are providing a total of $1,675,200 to Emballages Façoteck for it to improve its productivity and production capacity. The project involves purchasing and installing an automated encapsulating machine, a metal detector for quality control, and commercial vacuums.

45. Government of Canada invests in growth with support for Inter Fonction

    Cantons-de-l’Est business receives $175,000 in financial assistance from CED.

46. Invitation to media – Élisabeth Brière to visit Cantons-de-l’Est SME Inter Fonction’s facilities

    The media are invited to participate in a tour of Inter Fonction along with Élisabeth Brière, Member of Parliament for Sherbrooke and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Families, Children and Social Development and to the Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health.

47. Durham Region and Eastern Ontario offer expanded tourism experiences

    Today, on behalf of the Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), Ryan Turnbull, Parliamentary Secretary to the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance and to the Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry and Member of Parliament for Whitby, announced an investment of over $600,000 through the Tourism Growth Program (TGP) for four organizations in the Durham Region to draw new visitors to the region through expanded offerings. This is part of a total investment of over $1.1 million for nine projects in Durham Region and Eastern Ontario.

48. Government of Canada supports tourism in Durham and Eastern Ontario

    The Durham Region is home to a vivid arts scene, rich historical sites, beautiful waterfronts, and vibrant festivals and events. The region, and neighboring communities in Eastern Ontario, are a stunning four-season destination, attracting visitors with opportunities for adventure and relaxation.

49. Ottawa organization to launch programming to help Francophone newcomers expand their businesses with support from the Government of Canada

    Strong Francophone communities are an integral part of the social, cultural and economic fabric of Canada. By working with Francophone businesses and organizations, the Government of Canada is helping them reach their potential and create new possibilities for all Canadians.

50. Invitation to media – Marie-Claude Bibeau and François Jacques to visit Emballages Façoteck

    Media representatives are invited to visit Emballages Façoteck along with the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of National Revenue, and François Jacques, Member for Mégantic and Government Caucus Chair. Minister Bibeau will take the opportunity to highlight a financial contribution from Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED) for the business, on behalf of the Honourable Soraya Martinez Ferrada, Minister of Tourism and Minister responsible for CED. She will be available to answer the media’s questions after the visit.