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Ingonish STEPping up regional tourism
Today, Jaime Battiste, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Member of Parliament for Sydney-Victoria, announced a $95,500 non-repayable ACOA contribution to the Ingonish Development Society (IDS) to develop a regional tourism strategy. -
Lake Banook boosts profile as premiere paddling venue
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Minister Hutchings to visit Cape Breton on September 5, 2023
As part of her visit to Cape Breton, the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development and Minister responsible for ACOA, will meet with local leaders and stakeholders and make two announcements that will drive economic momentum in Nova Scotia. -
Upgrades underway for the Hector Heritage Quay
Improvements to the Ship Hector site will better tell the story of the first Scottish emigrants to come directly from Scotland to Nova Scotia -
Upgrades will help Acadian arts and culture thrive in Chéticamp
Atlantic Canada’s rich multicultural heritage is central to the region’s identity, and supports a strong, vibrant, and welcoming society that attracts visitors and newcomers from around the world. The Government of Canada is investing to ensure that Acadian community art and culture, and the French language, continue to flourish in Nova Scotia. -
Statement by Minister Ien on International Youth Day
Statement by Minister Ien on International Youth Day -
Government of Canada Supports Training for Future Leaders in Conservation
Parks Canada partners with organizations to employ youth across Canada to protect natural and cultural heritage. -
Government of Canada to announce funding for Acadian arts and culture facility
Government of Canada to announce funding for Acadian arts and culture facility -
Government of Canada invests in youth to build a stronger Canada
When young people learn, work and succeed, Canada thrives. That is why the Government of Canada continues to invest in youth, so that they get the education, the experience, and the job opportunities to build a stronger Canada for generations to come. -
Minister Marci Ien announces volunteer service opportunities for youth through Canada Service Corps
Getting involved and giving back to communities through youth volunteer opportunities is a fantastic way to build leadership skills, grow personal and professional networks, and impact local communities in a positive way. That is why the Government of Canada continues to invest in volunteer service opportunities for youth through the Canada Service Corps (CSC). -
Backgrounder: Canada Service Corps for youth
Backgrounder: Canada Service Corps for youth -
CBSA investigation leads to criminal charges for immigration offences including fraudulent letters for Canadian post-secondary institutions to Indian students
The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) plays a key role in ensuring the integrity of our immigration system. The CBSA announced today that charges have been laid against Brijesh Mishra, a citizen of India, for immigration-related offences. -
Government of Canada Celebrates the 2023 Canadian Coast Guard College Graduating Class
The Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, the Honourable Joyce Murray, together with the Parliamentary Secretary for Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, Mike Kelloway, will welcome new Officer Cadets during this year’s graduation ceremony at the Canadian Coast Guard College. Photo opportunities will be available for media in attendance. -
Five rising communicators win 10th edition of SSHRC Storytellers Challenge
Today, Ted Hewitt, president of the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC), has announced the winners of the 10th edition of the 2023 Storytellers Challenge. SSHRC’s annual Storytellers Challenge calls on postsecondary students to demonstrate—in up to three minutes or 300 words—how SSHRC-funded research is making a difference in the lives of Canadians. -
Government of Canada announces recipients of Gender-Based Violence Research Initiative
Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, and the Honourable Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, announced that six research projects on gender-based violence will receive more than $3.5 million from the Gender-Based Violence Research Initiative. -
Porters Lake Community Centre will benefit from a recreation investment to increase program offerings
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. Having access to vibrant, interactive spaces is important for health and wellbeing in every corner of our country. Breathing new life into our communities also stimulates local economies, creates jobs, and improves the quality of life for Canadians. -
Government of Canada to announce support for a community organization in Porters Lake
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 an announcement regarding support for the Porters Lake Commnity Service Organization. -
Trenton Park upgrades to entice residents, visitors to enjoy outdoor hot spots
As Canada moves toward a greener future, communities that rely on coal to fuel their economies are building up other sectors to continue growing and create local employment. For many, the tourism sector is already a key economic driver, and it is important that communities are resourced and ready to create offerings that highlight local strengths and assets. -
Government of Canada to announce support for recreation upgrades in Pictou County
The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship and Member of Parliament for Central Nova, will make an announcement to support tourism growth for a local hot spot in Trenton. -
Library and Archives Canada, in partnership with the LAC Foundation, to celebrate 2023 LAC Scholar Awards Recipients
Library and Archives Canada (LAC) and the LAC Foundation invite members of the media to attend the 2023 Library and Archives Canada Scholar Awards ceremony. -
Release of 2022 Public Report
The Director of the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS), David Vigneault, issued the following statement regarding the CSIS 2022 Public Report released today. -
Government of Canada invests $1.4 billion in strategic research at postsecondary institutions
Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, announced an investment of $1.4 billion in support for 11 large-scale research initiatives in strategic areas, through the Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF). This investment will allow researchers at Canadian institutions to capitalize on the strengths of their respective research areas, and attract capital and world-class talent. -
Government of Canada to announce major investment in world-leading institutions and initiatives
The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, will be joined by Ted Hewitt, president of the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council, and others at Concordia University to announce the recipients of the 2022 Canada First Research Excellence Fund. -
Government of Canada invests in high-risk, high-reward interdisciplinary research to support world-leading innovation
Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, and the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Health, announced more than $200 million in support for Canadian-led interdisciplinary, international, high-risk and high-reward research through the New Frontiers in Research Fund (NFRF). Through three different NFRF competitions, the government will support 195 projects. -
Scholarship Opportunity for Women Studying Occupational Health and Safety
The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) is accepting applications for the 2023 Chad Bradley Scholarship Award. -
Minister O’Regan highlights budget investments to create good-paying jobs and build Canada’s 21st-century clean economy
Today, Minister of Labour Seamus O’Regan Jr. will be in Ontario to highlight Budget 2023 investments to fight climate change and create new opportunities for Canadian businesses and the workers of today and tomorrow. -
Government of Canada provides interest-free loans for students, effective April 1
Canada thrives when youth have access to the education they need to achieve their full potential. That is why the Government of Canada continues to invest in young people to ensure that they have the financial supports they need to complete their studies and successfully transition from school to the workforce. -
Remarks by Rumina Velshi at the Canadian Nuclear Association 2023 Conference: Global Leadership in Regulatory Readiness
On February 24, 2023, Rumina Velshi, CNSC President and CEO, delivered keynote remarks at the 2023 Canadian Nuclear Association conference. She spoke about the CNSC’s global leadership in regulatory readiness, noting three key areas in which the CNSC positively influences its role as a leader: international harmonization and collaboration, ensuring regulatory readiness at home, and demonstrating commitment to building trust. -
Government of Canada announces recipients of Knowledge Synthesis Grants on gender-based violence
Grants to highlight research insights and identify gaps on the issue of gender-based violence -
Government of Canada invests nearly $4 million to OCAD University to support mental health of students
Today, the Honourable Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, announced nearly $4 million in funding to the OCAD University to support The Mindful Campus Initiative, which will help to enhance students’ coping and resilience skills and create a supportive environment in which emerging creative artists and designers, including those from marginalized communities, can flourish. -
Setting the stage for big changes at the Bella Rose Arts Centre
Government of Canada fueling community revitalization and creating the conditions for the local economy to thrive -
Sackville Community Arena scores upgrades to improve safety, accessibility
Government of Canada fueling community revitalization and creating the conditions for the local economy to thrive -
Government of Canada invests in innovation and technology transfer with support for Polytechnique Montréal
Montréal-based engineering training and research establishment receives $2M in financial assistance from CED. -
Canada’s nuclear regulator to co-host public webinar showcasing efforts in Canada and United Arab Emirates on gender equity in STEM
Canada’s nuclear regulator to co-host public webinar showcasing efforts in Canada and United Arab Emirates on gender equity in STEM -
New dome in Cape Breton re-inflating hopes of expanded sport programming
Atlantic Canada’s tourism industry is vital to the region and hosting national sporting events can generate significant economic benefits by attracting visitors outside the traditional tourism season. That is why the Government of Canada is supporting the Cape Breton Health Recreation Complex Corporation (CBHRCC), in partnership with Cape Breton University (CBU), to revitalize the community’s multi-sport recreation facility. -
Government of Canada invests in innovation and technology transfer with support for École de technologie supérieure
Montréal-based engineering training and research institution receives nearly $4M in financial assistance from CED. -
Canada’s top researchers in social sciences and humanities recognized with prestigious national awards
Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, announced the five recipients of the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council’s (SSHRC) 2022 Impact Awards. These awards are the highest honour bestowed by SSHRC. They recognize outstanding Canadian researchers and their research achievements, research training, knowledge mobilization and outreach activities funded partially or entirely by SSHRC. -
Canada Summer Jobs 2023: Application period for employers begins today
A summer job plays an important role in a young person’s career. It puts money in their pockets for the rest of the year, and helps them get the skills they need to work toward a career of choice. The pool of capable, dynamic and diverse talent available to employers also increases during the summer months. -
Canada Summer Jobs 2023
Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) is part of the Youth Employment and Skills Strategy, a federal commitment to help young people gain employment information, skills and experience. The strategy aims to support young people, particularly those from communities facing barriers to employment, as they transition into the labour market. -
The Government of Canada and the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation launch a new funding opportunity to support Reconciliation Network in Response to Call to Action 65
Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, along with the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation (NCTR), announced the launch of a funding opportunity to establish a national research program to advance the understanding of reconciliation. -
Government of Canada boosts innovation with support for Quebec Biotechnology Innovation Centre
Laval organization receives over $2.2M in financial assistance from CED. -
Statement by the Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion on Education Savings Week 2022
The Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability, Carla Qualtrough, issued the following statement today to kick off Education Savings Week 2022 in Canada. -
Government of Canada to announce funding for community enhancements in Guysborough County
The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship and Member of Parliament for Central Nova, will make an announcement about several infrastructure and technology projects to enhance safety, accessibility and connectivity in the Municipality of the District of St. Mary’s. -
Government of Canada to announce support for training programs in trades and STEM for Indigenous youth
Government of Canada to announce support for training programs in trades and STEM for Indigenous youth -
The Government of Canada makes repayment assistance plans more flexible for Canada Student Loan and Canada Apprentice Loan borrowers
Canada’s future prosperity depends on youth getting the education and training they need to find good jobs. -
The Repayment Assistance Plan
The Repayment Assistance Plan makes it easier for borrowers who are experiencing financial difficulties to repay the federal portion of their student or apprentice loans. -
Cliffs of Fundy Geopark taking steps to attract visitors to this world-class destination
Atlantic Canadian tourism organizations and operators are working hard to 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. The Government of Canada is supporting the expansion of an enhanced visitor experience at the Cliffs of Fundy UNESCO Global Geopark that explores the connections between geology, communities, culture, heritage and nature. -
Occupational Health and Safety Students in Canada Invited to Apply for Scholarship
The 2023 Dick Martin Scholarship Award hosted by the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) is now open for post-secondary occupational health and safety students to apply. -
East Dartmouth BGC will benefit from a new outdoor space to help bring people back to public spaces safely
East Dartmouth BGC will benefit from a new outdoor space to help bring people back to public spaces safely -
Government of Canada one step closer to ensuring free access to menstrual products in federally regulated workplaces
Menstrual products are a basic need and are essential to upholding Canadians’ sexual and reproductive health and rights, as well as to ensuring women’s participation in school, work and society. Yet, one in three Canadians who need pads, tampons or other menstrual products struggle to afford them. To make life more affordable and workplaces more equitable, the Government of Canada is proposing to strengthen regulations under the