News for Rural Communities

1. Minister Bibeau Concludes G7 Agricultural Ministers’ Meeting in Stuttgart, Germany

   The Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, concluded a productive trip to Stuttgart, Germany, where she took part in the annual G7 Agriculture Ministers Meeting (AMM) to advance shared priorities and discuss Canada’s agricultural interests regarding trade, supply chains, food security and environmental sustainability.

2. Government of Canada invests in projects to open new markets for agriculture and food exports

   Canada has long been a global leader in the production of high-quality, nutritious food. Exporting these products plays a significant role in supporting our economy and contributing to the overall profitability and strength of the agricultural sector. Today, the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, announced an investment of nearly $1.8 million for the Canadian Food Exporters Association (CFEA), over two years, to help open and maintain markets for Canadian exporters around the world and to facilitate the entry of numerous small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) into international markets.

3. Pathways towards sustainable food systems in times of crises

   Pathways towards sustainable food systems in times of crises. G7 agriculture ministers’ communiqué

4. Government of Canada invests over $1 million to bring high-speed Internet to up to 1,162 households in Manitoba

   The COVID-19 pandemic has transformed how we live, work, learn and do business, and now more than ever, Canadians across the country need reliable high-speed Internet to access services, supports and opportunities.

5. Minister Bibeau to discuss G7 Agriculture Ministers’ Meeting in Stuttgart, Germany

   The Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, will hold a media callback to discuss the recent G7 Agriculture Ministers’ Meetings in Stuttgart, Germany.

6. Cumberland and Colchester counties businesses get new equipment, improve efficiencies to foster growth  

   A key part of Canada’s economic recovery is supporting businesses as they adapt, grow, and move forward from the COVID-19 pandemic. Small and medium-sized businesses and the organizations that support them represent the backbone of regional economies. They generate quality local jobs and are a source of pride for their communities. To do so, businesses and entrepreneurs need a strong foundation, built on technological innovation, inclusivity, and clean growth to create the workforce of the future.

7. Backgrounder: The Government of Canada invests more than $1.1 million in four projects to support business growth in Cumberland and Colchester counties 

   The Government of Canada invests more than $1.1 million in four projects to support business growth in Cumberland and Colchester counties.

8. Wentworth and Parrsboro businesses will benefit from improvements to help the tourism sector recover and attract visitors

   The Government of Canada continues to support the tourism sector for a strong recovery and future growth.

9. Government of Canada invests to grow exports for Canada's red meat sector

   Seizing opportunities to increase and diversify Canadian red meat exports is key to the economic growth and profitability of Canada's agriculture and agri-food sector.

10. Government of Canada to make an important announcement about high-speed Internet

    Terry Duguid, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Member of Parliament for Winnipeg South, on behalf of the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development and Member of Parliament for Long Range Mountains, will announce an investment to improve high-speed Internet access in Manitoba.

11. Saskatchewan agriculture student scholarship recipients announced

    Today, federal Agriculture and Agri-Food Minister Marie-Claude Bibeau and Saskatchewan Agriculture Minister David Marit presented four agriculture scholarships to students from across the province.

12. Government of Canada invests in the future generation of agricultural leaders

    Canada's young farmers are helping to strengthen our agriculture and agri-food sector through their leadership and innovative contributions. Today, the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced an investment of up to $2.1 million for three organizations to support development opportunities for Canadian youth in agriculture.

13. Ottawa and Québec Announce $99,290 in Financial Assistance for Gaspésie Gourmande

    The federal Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, Marie-Claude Bibeau, and the Quebec Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food, André Lamontagne, announced $99,290 in financial assistance for Gaspésie Gourmande.

14. Government of Canada supports the resiliency of the agriculture sector by increasing its capacity to face emergencies

    Every year, Emergency Preparedness Week serves as an opportunity to remind Canadians of the importance of being prepared for any emergency situation that can occur.

15. Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan Provide Funding for Agriculture Strategic Field Program Projects

    The Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan have announced more than $484,000 for six projects through the Strategic Field Program (SFP) which offers funding for field level demonstrations and evaluation of targeted agriculture practices and technologies.

16. Helping Alberta producers: 2021 AgriRecovery funding

    The 2021 growing season was difficult for Alberta producers, but the targeted AgriRecovery initiative was timely and successful.

17. Ottawa and Québec provide $500,000 in financial assistance for Laval University

    The Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, federal Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, and André Lamontagne, Quebec Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food, jointly announced financial assistance of $500,000 to fund a research project by the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Laval University on the efficient use of electricity for heating and lighting in greenhouses. The funding is being provided through the Quebec Agri-Food Innovation Partnership Program under the Canadian Agricultural Partnership.

18. Government of Canada invests $4.4 million to increase access to Canada’s high-quality grain products globally

    Canada’s grain sector is a major driver of economic growth domestically, with demand for Canadian export grain products on the rise from global markets. Today, the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, announced an investment of up to nearly $4.4 million, over two years, to support three industry organizations in their efforts to grow Canada’s grain exports.

19. Federal-Provincial-Territorial Ministers of Agriculture Readout of Meeting

    Today, Canada’s federal, provincial and territorial (FPT) Ministers of Agriculture met to discuss key areas of interest for Canada’s agriculture sector.

20. More support coming for B.C. farmers' markets

    Additional federal-provincial funding is coming to the BC Farmers' Market Expansion Program, further supporting the province's local farmers' markets and vendors.

21. Governments extend AgriStability 2022 enrollment deadline

    The AgriStability enrollment deadline for the 2022 program year has been extended from April 30 to June 30, 2022. This extension allows farmers more time to sign up and take advantage of the support available under the program.

22. Government of Canada continues work to support Prince Edward Island potato farmers

    Prince Edward Island (PEI) has a long history of producing the highest quality potatoes for Canadians and international consumers. The Government of Canada will continue to stand up for PEI potato farmers, who are vital to their communities and our economy.

23. Government of Canada continues work to support Prince Edward Island potato farmers

    The potato wart crisis situation in PEI has highlighted the need to manage and contain this disease to meet international obligations and preserve export market access for Canada.

24. Saskatchewan: Agristability Enrolment Deadline Extended to June 30, 2022

    Today, Federal Agriculture and Agri-Food Minister Marie-Claude Bibeau and Saskatchewan Agriculture Minister David Marit announced the AgriStability enrolment deadline for the 2022 program year has been extended without penalty to June 30, 2022.

25. Miners Museum excavating growth opportunities by implementing Phase II of Interpretive Renewal Plan 

    Atlantic Canadian tourism organizations and operators are working hard to recover from pandemic challenges and find new approaches to deliver world-class tourism experiences that tell the stories of the region, and what makes it such a special visitor destination. That is why the Government of Canada is supporting the Cape Breton Miners Museum in the expansion of an enhanced visitor experience that preserves and commemorates Cape Breton’s coal mining legacy.

26. Government of Canada invests in digital food innovation hub to create a stronger food system in Canada

    Technological innovations have contributed enormously to the transformation of Canada's agriculture sector and strengthened its competitiveness internationally.

27. Cancelled - Government of Canada to highlight new measures to support Prince Edward Island potato farmers

    The Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, on behalf of the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food and the Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Official Languages and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, will highlight new measures that will help support the long-term sustainability of the Prince Edward Island potato sector. Minister MacAulay will be joined by Heath MacDonald, Member of Parliament for Malpeque, and Bobby Morrissey, Member of Parliament for Egmont.

28. Government of Canada to announce support for tourism industry in Cape Breton

    Mike Kelloway, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and Canadian Coast Guard, and Member of Parliament for Cape Breton – Canso, will make an announcement regarding support for growth opportunities in tourism.

29. Government invests in new Quebec production facility to transform organic waste into feed

    Reducing food waste in Canada can help save consumers money, improve food security, support efficiency in the agriculture and food sector, and significantly cut our pollution.

30. Funding helps Windsor business grow and improve productivity as it expands local facility

    A key part of Canada’s economic recovery is supporting businesses as they adapt, grow and move forward from the COVID-19 pandemic. Small and medium-sized businesses and the organizations that support them represent the backbone of regional economies. They generate quality local jobs and are a source of pride for their communities. To do so, businesses and entrepreneurs need a strong foundation, built on technological innovation, inclusivity, and clean growth to create the workforce of the future.

31. Driving economic growth by advancing Canada's global reputation for top-quality beef

    Canada's livestock producers and processors have built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, safe and delicious beef. Today, the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, announced an investment of up to $3.6 million to ensure the beef industry has the necessary resources to seize new export opportunities to remain competitive and continue to be a sustainable driver of economic growth.

32. Dozens of Manitoba projects to receive funding for forage productivity enhancement on agricultural crown lands

    More than 40 projects will receive a total of $704,000 in targeted financial assistance through the Agricultural Crown Lands Forage Productivity Pilot Program under the Canadian Agricultural Partnership, federal Agriculture and Agri-Food Minister Marie-Claude Bibeau and Manitoba Agriculture Minister Derek Johnson announced today.

33. Government of Canada takes concrete actions to fight climate change in the agriculture sector

    As stewards of the land, Canadian farmers are on the front lines of climate change and among the first to feel its effects. As we celebrate Earth Day, the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, Francis Drouin, are announcing an investment of over $6.4 million for six projects, under the AgriScience Program, to help tackle climate change and create sustainability in Canada’s agriculture sector.

34. Government of Canada announces six innovative research projects through the AgriScience Program on Earth Day 

    Today, on Earth Day, the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, Francis Drouin, announced an investment of over $6.4 million towards six projects, under the AgriScience Program, to help tackle climate change and create sustainability in Canada’s agriculture sector.

35. Government of Canada highlights more than $163 million in funding to bring high-speed Internet access to 7,772 households in Ontario

    Today, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario, on behalf of the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development, along with Marcus Powlowski, Member of Parliament for Thunder Bay–Rainy River, highlighted more than $163 million in combined federal and provincial funding for seven projects to bring high-speed Internet access to 7,772 households in rural Ontario, as well as in First Nations communities.

36. Government of Canada highlights more than $96 million in funding to bring high-speed Internet access to 22,546 households in Ontario

    Today, Mark Gerretsen, Member of Parliament for Kingston and the Islands and Parliamentary Secretary to the Leader of the Government in the House of Commons (Senate), on behalf of the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development, highlighted more than $96 million in combined federal and provincial funding for five projects to bring high-speed Internet access to 22,546 households in rural and First Nations communities in Ontario.

37. Government of Canada highlights more than $32 million in funding to bring high-speed Internet access to 4,485 households in Ontario

    Households in rural communities to benefit from the funding to increase access to high-speed Internet

38. Government of Canada highlights more than $51 million in funding to bring high-speed Internet access to 4,086 households in Ontario

    Households in rural and First Nations communities to benefit from the funding to increase access to high-speed Internet

39. Government of Canada highlights more than $15 million in funding to bring high‑speed Internet access to 1,948 households in Ontario

    Today, Tim Louis, Member of Parliament for Kitchener¬–Conestoga, on behalf of the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development, highlighted more than $15 million in combined federal and provincial funding for four projects to bring high-speed Internet access to 1,948 households in rural Ontario.

40. Government of Canada highlights more than $63 million in funding to bring high‑speed Internet access to 13,748 households in Ontario

    Households in rural and First Nations communities to benefit from the funding to increase access to high‑speed Internet

41. Eastern Passage and Chezzetcook will benefit from investments to help bring people back to public spaces safely

    Canadian cities and towns flourish when they have community public spaces to promote social interaction and physical activity, and provide access to recreational programs and facilities. These amenities are integral to the overall well-being of individuals, families and communities. Our economic recovery is closely linked to the vitality of our local communities and their shared spaces.

42. Backgrounder: Eastern Passage and Chezzetcook will benefit from investments to help bring people back to public spaces safely

    The Government of Canada invests more than $22,000 in two community shared spaces to stimulate local economies, create jobs, and improve the quality of life of Canadians.

43. Government of Canada invests over $1,075,000 to bring high-speed Internet to more than 625 households in Newfoundland and Labrador

    The COVID-19 pandemic has transformed how we live, work, learn and do business, and now more than ever, Canadians across the country need reliable high-speed Internet to access services, supports and opportunities.

44. Investing in Alberta's Hemp Industry

    In partnership with the federal government, the province of Alberta has awarded two grants totaling $900,000 to help grow the province's hemp industry.

45. Government of Canada to make an important announcement about high-speed Internet

    Terry Duguid, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Member of Parliament for Winnipeg South, on behalf of the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development and Member of Parliament for Long Range Mountains, will announce an investment to improve high-speed Internet access in Manitoba. A media availability will follow.

46. Government of Canada highlights more than $16 million in funding to bring high-speed Internet access to 3,330 households in Ontario

    Households in rural and First Nation communities to benefit from the funding to increase access to high-speed Internet

47. Government of Canada to announce support for organizations in Eastern Passage, Chezzetcook  

    Darrell Samson, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence and Member of Parliament for Sackville-Preston-Chezzetcook, will make virtual announcements regarding support for two community organizations.

48. Government of Canada to announce support for organizations in the Sydney area 

    Jaime Battiste, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Member of Parliament for Sydney—Victoria, will make an announcement regarding support for business growth for four Sydney-area organizations.

49. Governments of Canada and Ontario invest to bring high-speed Internet access to more rural households and First Nation communities

    On April 19, 2022, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario, on behalf of the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development, together with the Honourable Kinga Surma, Ontario’s Minister of Infrastructure, announced more than $56 million in new combined federal and provincial funding for six projects to bring high-speed Internet access to that following communities in northern and southwestern Ontario, including several First Nation communities.

50. Governments of Canada and Ontario announce more than $56 million in new funding to bring high-speed Internet access to thousands of more households

    Over 6,500 households in rural and First Nation communities to benefit from the funding to increase access to high-speed Internet