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  1. Government of Canada to announce funding for manufacturers in the housing sector

    Government of Canada to announce funding for manufacturers in the housing sector

  2. Governments of Canada and Manitoba supporting farmers and producers

    The governments of Canada and Manitoba are providing $2.025 million in financial support to the Enterprise Machine Intelligence and Learning Initiative (EMILI) for Advancing Digital Agriculture Opportunities under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP), federal Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, and Premier Wab Kinew announced today at the grand opening of the Innovation Farms Centre.

  3. More Support for Nova Scotia Beekeepers

    Nova Scotia beekeepers will have access to more financial support this year. The Apiculture Sustainable Growth and Health Program will provide eligible beekeepers up to $50,000, an increase from the maximum $27,000 in 2023.

  4. Improvements to highways and roads across the Northwest Territories

    Five major roadways in the Northwest Territories are getting upgrades and improvements after an investment of more than $67 million from the federal government.

  5. Backgrounder: Improvements to highways and roads across the Northwest Territories

    The federal government is investing $67,087,000 through the Rural and Northern Communities Infrastructure Stream to support five highways and access road projects across the Northwest Territories.

  6. Governments Enhancing Mental Health Supports for Farm Workers

    The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing up to $538,000 through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP) to expand the Farmer Wellness Initiative to Ontario farm workers.

  7. Minister MacAulay announces support for Canadian dairy farmers to improve sustainability and safety

    Today, ahead of Dairy Farmers of Canada’s 2024 Annual General Meeting in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced an investment of more than $8.5 million for two projects led by Dairy Farmers of Canada (DFC) through the AgriAssurance Program – National Industry Association Component, an initiative under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership.

  8. Minister MacAulay announces Agricultural Methane Reduction Challenge semi-finalists

    Today, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced 13 semi-finalists, under the Agricultural Methane Reduction Challenge, who are working to advance economically viable and scalable practices, processes, and technologies designed to reduce enteric methane emissions produced by cattle.

  9. Summary of Items from the 2024 Annual Meeting of Federal, Provincial and Territorial (FPT) Ministers of Agriculture

    Ministers are pleased that all major retailers have now joined the industry-led Grocery Sector Code of Conduct.

  10. Federal, Provincial and Territorial Ministers of Agriculture meet to advance the resilience and growth of the sector

    The annual conference of Federal, Provincial and Territorial (FPT) Ministers of Agriculture was held in Whitehorse, Yukon, from July 17 to 19, 2024.

  11. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Yellowknife

    Members of the media are invited to join an important announcement regarding community infrastructure across the Northwest Territories with Michael McLeod, Member of Parliament for Northwest Territories and Caroline Wawzonek, Minister of Infrastructure for Northwest Territories.

  12. Statement from Federal, Provincial and Territorial Ministers of Agriculture on the Grocery Sector Code of Conduct

    After years of work and widespread industry participation, we are pleased to announce that all major retailers have agreed to join the Grocery Sector Code of Conduct.

  13. Minister MacAulay, Minister Streicker and other provincial and territorial ministers of agriculture to address media following the Annual Conference of Federal, Provincial and Territorial Ministers of Agriculture

    The Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, federal Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, and the Honourable John Streicker, Yukon Minister of Energy, Mines, and Resources, as well as other provincial and territorial ministers of agriculture will be addressing media following the Annual Conference of Federal, Provincial and Territorial Ministers of Agriculture.

  14. Atlantic Canadian innovators shine at Startupfest 2024

    Atlantic Canadian companies, accelerators, and incubators seize opportunities, build connections, and position the region as a leading startup hub at Startupfest 2024.

  15. Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program (RALP)

    The Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program, a $250-million cost-shared program under the Sustainable CAP was put in place across Canada to help producers conserve and enhance the resiliency of agricultural landscapes. This new program uses an ecological goods and services payment approach to support on-farm adoption and complements other programs, such as the , to address climate change.

  16. Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program investing in improved agricultural lands

    The federal and provincial governments are investing in projects that will help farmers adopt beneficial land-use management practices that will increase environmental resiliency among farms in Newfoundland and Labrador.

  17. Town of Port Hawkesbury’s airport upgrades take flight

    Transitioning to a low-carbon economy is a necessary step to protect the climate and create a more sustainable economy in Atlantic Canada and across the country. As Cape Breton moves toward a greener future, the Government of Canada is investing to help the Town of Port Hawkesbury prepare for the growth of promising new industries and sectors with a valuable economic impact.

  18. New insurance program to help protect and attract maple producers

    A new risk management tool for New Brunswick maple producers aims to protect them financially from production losses caused by natural perils such as extreme weather conditions.

  19. Government of Canada to announce support for regional airport upgrades

    Mike Kelloway, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard and Member of Parliament for Cape Breton – Canso, will announce support for airport upgrades in western Cape Breton.

  20. Government of Canada announces funding for grain and oilseed research in Atlantic Canada

    To support grain and oilseed producers in Atlantic Canada and their unique needs, today, Heath MacDonald, Member of Parliament for Malpeque, on behalf of the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced up to $3,045,781 over 5 years to the Atlantic Grains Council through the AgriScience Program – Projects Component, an initiative under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership.

  21. Minister of Transport highlights Budget 2024 investments in passenger rail across Canada

    Canadians deserve safe, reliable, and resilient transportation systems to connect their growing communities, keep people moving and grow our economy. That’s why the Government of Canada is investing in essential local infrastructure, to build vibrant communities and strong regions for the next generation.

  22. Governments Investing in Horticultural Research and Innovation

    The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing up to $23.55 million through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP) in horticultural research, innovation and commercialization activities, and research infrastructure, all to benefit Ontario farmers and consumers.

  23. Building resiliency for Alberta beef farms

    The governments of Canada and Alberta are supporting Alberta Beef Producers in expanding its food safety and certification program.

  24. Federal and provincial governments invest in public transit on the Eastern Shore

    MusGo Rider Eastern Shore will purchase five new vehicles after a combined investment of $445,933 from the federal and provincial governments.

  25. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Porters Lake

    Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Darrell Samson, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Rural Economic Development and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency and Member of Parliament for Sackville–Preston–Chezzetcook; the Honourable Kent Smith, Minister of Fisheries and Aquaculture and Member of the Legislative Assembly for the Eastern Shore; and Colin Cameron, MusGo Rider Board Chair.

  26. AgriMarketing Program: Beef sector support

    The Government of Canada is investing over $6 million in two organizations to drive the growth of Canada’s beef industry through promotional activities that increase awareness and demand for Canadian beef.

  27. Minister MacAulay announces support for Canadian beef export market

    Today, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced an investment of more than $6 million in two beef and cattle organizations through the AgriMarketing Program, an initiative under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership.

  28. Food safety and traceability equipment funding applications now being accepted to support Manitoba agri-food and agri-product producers

    The governments of Canada and Manitoba are providing funding under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP) to assist Manitoba agri-food and agri-product producers and processors in adopting and improving food safety and traceability practices, federal Agriculture and Agri-Food Minister Lawrence MacAulay and Manitoba Agriculture Minister Ron Kostyshyn announced today.

  29. Minister MacAulay to announce funding to support the competitiveness of Canada’s beef sector

    The Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, will announce funding to support the competitiveness of Canada’s beef sector and grow export opportunities around the world. He will be joined by representatives from the Canadian Cattle Association and Canada Beef.

  30. Minister MacAulay announces over $2M in support for Canadian organic industry

    The organic industry is one of the fastest growing sectors in Canada. Organic farming techniques can help improve soil health, promote biodiversity, and boost farm resilience in the face of climate change.

  31. From farm to table: Building food sustainability

    Agriculture is an important economic driver in rural Nova Scotia. The Government of Canada is investing to help a Cape Breton co-operative take innovative steps to connect farmers and producers to local markets.

  32. Governments Investing in Seed Facility to Support Economic Growth

    The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing up to $330,000 through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP) to enhance the Superior Plant Upgrading and Distribution (SPUD) Unit in New Liskeard. The SPUD Unit supports farmers and the wider agriculture and food industry by offering testing for plant diseases and providing a stock of healthy plants to commercial growers across the province.

  33. Government of Canada partners with Woodstock First Nation to strengthen local food security

    Today, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, met with Woodstock First Nation Chief Tim Paul and community members, where he highlighted a federal investment of up to $62,124 for Woodstock First Nation under the Local Food Infrastructure Fund (LFIF).

  34. Government of Canada invests in construction of an all-season road in the Northwest Territories

    Investing in Canada’s communities isn't just about building infrastructure, it's about building connections to other communities, to markets, and to Canadians.

  35. Minister MacAulay announces re-appointment to Farm Products Council of Canada

    Today, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced the re-appointment of Morgan Moore as a Member of the Farm Products Council of Canada (FPCC).

  36. Governments supporting Indigenous Agriculture

    The governments of Canada and Manitoba are investing in the revitalization of traditional food systems under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP), federal Agriculture and Agri-Food Minister Lawrence MacAulay and Manitoba Agriculture Minister Ron Kostyshyn announced today.

  37. Shelburne embraces accessible outdoor recreation

    Our communities thrive when residents and visitors of all abilities can enjoy public spaces. The Government of Canada has invested to help make a community park and trail more accessible.

  38. Parliamentary Secretary Drouin announces new funding to help promote Canadian agri-food products around the world

    To support Canadian agri-food companies in reaching these markets, today, Francis Drouin, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced up to $5.5 million over 3 years to Group Export Agri-Food Québec-Canada through the AgriMarketing Program, an initiative under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership.

  39. Minister MacAulay announces early list of Livestock Tax Deferral regions for 2024

    The effects of climate change are having a direct and severe impact on farmers and their ability to earn a stable income.

  40. Automation, robotics helping farmers strengthen food security

    B.C. farmers are accessing new technology through federal and provincial government funding to grow their businesses and increase production to help strengthen food security in the province.

  41. Federal investment will improve climate comfort centres in Antigonish and Pictou counties

    Climate comfort centres play an essential role during extreme weather events, offering residents a place to shelter, charge devices, use the internet, and check in with family and friends.

  42. Backgrounder: Federal investment will improve climate comfort centres in Antigonish and Pictou counties

    By providing a space where people can feel safe, supported, and connected during times of upheaval and uncertainty, climate comfort centres help communities recover more quickly once the crisis has passed.

  43. New insurance program to help grow New Brunswick beef sector

    A new risk management tool for beef producers aims to protect them financially and help their sector grow.

  44. New insurance program to help grow maritime beef sector

    Through a collaborative investment between the federal and provincial governments, a new risk management tool for beef producers will facilitate growth of the sector across the Maritime region.

  45. Minister MacAulay announces $5.2M federal investment in barley research for a more resilient, sustainable crop

    Today, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced a total investment of up to $5,257,073 to the Canadian Barley Research Coalition through the AgriScience Program – Clusters Component, an initiative under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership.

  46. Transit investments in B.C. will help steer rural commuters to a smoother ride

    The federal government is investing up to $1.7 million in rural communities across British Columbia for transit studies, planning projects, vehicle purchases, and supporting infrastructure.

  47. Backgrounder: Transit investments in B.C. will help steer rural commuters to a smoother ride

    The federal government is investing up to $1.7 million through the Rural Transit Solutions Fund to support 9 transportation projects across British Columbia.

  48. Energy efficiency upgrades underway at Gaelic College

    Cape Breton Island is focused on preserving and promoting its unique Highland history and heritage, and keeping the culture alive for residents and visitors. The Government of Canada is investing in improvements to the Gaelic College campus in St. Anns.

  49. Minister MacAulay’s visit to Iowa and Minnesota advances shared priorities and strengthens ties with key trade partner

    This week, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, travelled to Des Moines, Iowa, and Minneapolis-Saint Paul, Minnesota, to meet with key agri-food stakeholders and U.S. officials, with the goal of strengthening Canada’s relationships in the U.S. Midwest and advancing shared priorities.

  50. Iconic P.E.I. tourism operation opens 2024 season with new expansion

    Inn at Bay Fortune to elevate guest experience with Farmhouse Event Space