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1. Youth Employment and Skills Strategy Program

   The Youth Employment and Skills Strategy (YESS) is a Government of Canada initiative led by Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) and delivered in partnership with 11 federal departments, agencies and Crown corporations. Together, these 12 partners deliver funding programs to help youth in Canada aged 15 to 30 develop skills and gain experience in order to successfully transition into the labour market of today and the future.

2. Polar Knowledge Canada Board of Directors and United States Arctic Research Commission Meeting of the Boards at the Canadian High Arctic Research Station

   Canada and United States will work together to advance Arctic research and knowledge.

3. More than 70,000 Canada Summer Jobs opportunities for youth across Canada

   The Government of Canada is creating generational fairness by creating opportunities for young Canadians to get the skills they need for well-paying jobs. Canada

4. Polar Knowledge Canada Invests $250K in Postdoctoral Fellowships to Advance Knowledge of the Arctic

   Polar Knowledge Canada is delighted to announce funding for five post-doctoral candidates with fellowships of $50,000 each to conduct research at Northern colleges and universities in Nunavut, Yukon and the Northwest Territories.

5. Government of Canada to make an announcement about Canada Summer Jobs

   Government of Canada to make an announcement about Canada Summer Jobs

6. 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.

7. Government of Canada announces funding for Dakota Community Centre Fitness Playground

   Terry Duguid, Parliamentary Secretary to the Prime Minister, Special Advisor for Water, and Member of Parliament for Winnipeg South, on behalf of the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister responsible for PrairiesCan and Member of Parliament for Saint Boniface – Saint Vital, will announce federal support for the Dakota Community Centre at the grand opening of the Fitness Playground.

8. 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.

9. 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.

10. Commission renews McMaster University’s licence for the McMaster Nuclear Reactor

    Today, the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission announced the Commission’s decision to renew McMaster University’s licence for its McMaster Nuclear Reactor for a 20-year period.

11. 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.

12. Government of Canada invests in research partnerships to push the boundaries of innovation

    Research partnerships have the power to amplify the impact of new ideas through the creation and exchange of knowledge across disciplines, sectors and borders. Such partnerships generate valuable insights that can lead to intellectual, cultural, social and economic benefits for all Canadians.

13. The call for applications for the 2024–2025 Price McIntosh Bursary is open

    The Price McIntosh Bursary promotes diverse stories, experiences and interpretations

14. Historic Bellevue House reopens

    New exhibits and extensive restoration completed at former Sir John A. Macdonald residence.

15. Parliamentary Secretary’s visit spotlights Cape Breton’s unique cultural heritage

    During a three-day visit to Cape Breton that coincided with Atlantic Official Languages Week and Gaelic Nova Scotia Month, Darrell Samson, the Member of Parliament for Sackville—Preston—Chezzetcook and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Rural Economic Development and Minister responsible for ACOA, met with educators, arts administrators, and economic development leaders to discuss the region’s unique cultural heritage, as well as its competitive advantages, challenges, and plans for future growth.

16. Re-opening the Gros Morne National Park Visitor Centre

    Enhanced Visitor Information Centre reopens and ready to welcome visitors

17. Providing the foundation for business success

    Federal and provincial investments are helping to grow and strengthen PEI’s entrepreneurial ecosystem

18. Release of 2023 Public Report

    Ottawa, Ontario (May 7, 2024) - The Director of the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS), David Vigneault, issued the following statement regarding the CSIS 2023 Public Report released today:

19. Postsecondary students win national Storytellers Challenge

    Postsecondary students share stories about why social sciences and humanities research matters

20. British Columbia Student Wins National Video Contest

    Today, the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) announced the winners of the national 2024 Focus on Safety Youth Video Contest during the national launch of Safety and Health Week.

21. Atlantic Canada’s Springboard for innovation and growth

    Atlantic Canada is home to 19 post-secondary institutions, full of students and researchers doing cutting-edge work and entrepreneurs with startup ideas. The region’s success depends on their success.

22. Atlantic Canada’s Springboard for innovation

    Collaboration among industry and post-secondary institutions in Atlantic Canada is creating growth opportunities throughout the region.

23. Backgrounder: Canada Summer Jobs 2024

    Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) is part of the Youth Employment and Skills Strategy, a horizontal federal initiative that supports youth aged 15 to 30—particularly those facing barriers to employment— to gain work experience and develop the skills they need to successfully transition into the labour market.

24. Decision by the independent Commission on the applicability of the environmental assessment for the Darlington New Nuclear Project to Ontario Power Generation’s selected reactor technology

    Backgrounder: Decision by the independent Commission on the applicability of the environmental assessment for the Darlington New Nuclear Project to Ontario Power Generation’s selected reactor technology

25. Independent Commission determines environmental assessment for Ontario Power Generation’s Darlington New Nuclear Project is applicable to the selected reactor technology

    Today, the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) announced the Commission’s decision that the existing environmental assessment (EA) for the Darlington New Nuclear Project (DNNP) is applicable to the reactor technology selected by Ontario Power Generation (OPG), the General Electric Hitachi BWRX300 reactor.

26. Minister Boissonnault to make an announcement in Saskatoon on Budget 2024 measures that support students

    Minister Boissonnault to make an announcement in Saskatoon on Budget 2024 measures that support students

27. Scholarship Honours Women in Occupational Health and Safety

    The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) is accepting applications for the 2024 Chad Bradley Scholarship Award.

28. Cape Breton organizations receive federal investment to recover, repair and rebuild post-Hurricane Fiona

    When Hurricane Fiona wreaked havoc on cities and towns along the Atlantic coast, the Government of Canada responded quickly with programs designed to help the region with long-term recovery efforts and adaptations to help businesses and communities recover, restore and rebuild for the future.

29. Backgrounder: Cape Breton organizations receive federal investment to recover, repair and rebuild post-Hurricane Fiona

    Hurricane Fiona was an unprecedented storm that wreaked havoc along the Atlantic coast, causing damage to businesses, communities and non-profit organizations. The Government of Canada recognizes the need to rebuild and adapt to future weather events, and is investing $6,437,005 in non-repayable contributions through ACOA’s Hurricane Fiona Recovery Fund (HFRF) program to fund five projects that will restore and upgrade infrastrcuture.

30. The rise of AI: Fraud in the digital age

    The rise of AI: Fraud in the digital age March 4, 2024 - GATINEAU, QC - Competition Bureau

31. Minister Boissonnault announces funding to make post-secondary education more affordable for Indigenous youth

    When young people have access to the supports needed to complete their studies and achieve their career goals, then communities, the economy and all of Canada thrive. That is why the Government of Canada continues to make meaningful investments in youth through its comprehensive array of youth programming.

32. Government of Canada increases loan forgiveness for doctors and nurses working in under-served rural and remote communities

    Today, the Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, announced that the policy to increase loan forgiveness by 50% is now in effect for doctors and nurses working in under-served rural and remote communities.

33. Government of Canada launches campaign to help Canadians upgrade their professional skills and succeed in their careers

    Today, the Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, Randy Boissonnault, announced the launch of the Upgrade Your Skills advertising campaign to inform Canadians about financial supports and programs available to help them gain the skills needed to succeed in today’s labour market. The campaign runs from February 5 until March 31, 2024, and targets youth (age 18 to 24) looking to start their career and adults (age 25 to 54) looking to upskill and change or improve their career.

34. Cape Breton University creating cutting-edge space for science-based learning

    The next generation of innovators will be critical to finding forward-thinking, sustainable solutions to address the challenges of a swiftly changing world. In Nova Scotia, the Government of Canada is helping Cape Breton University develop the high-quality educational infrastructure needed to advance important research and learning, and help future innovators reach their full potential.

35. Government of Canada to announce funding for Cape Breton University

    Mike Kelloway, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard and Member of Parliament for Cape Breton-Canso, will make an announcement regarding funding for Cape Breton University.

36. Backgrounder: Minister Boissonnault announces federal investments for inclusive learning and skills development in Alberta

    Over $8.8 million through PrairiesCan will help connect youth and underrepresented Canadians to new career opportunities across diverse sectors

37. Minister Boissonnault announces federal investments for inclusive learning and skills development in Alberta

    Over $8.8 million through PrairiesCan will help connect youth and underrepresented Canadians to new career opportunities across diverse sectors

38. Minister Boissonnault to announce federal investments for Alberta workers

    Minister Boissonnault to announce federal support for inclusive and accessible hands-on learning opportunities to meet the needs of Alberta businesses.

39. Canadian Space Agency astronaut Jenni Gibbons to speak with students about Canada's role in lunar exploration

    On December 6, Canadian Space Agency (CSA) astronaut Jenni Gibbons will connect with over 500 students around the globe to discuss Canada's role in lunar exploration.

40. Leading social sciences and humanities researchers recognized for excellence and impact

    Annual SSHRC Impact Awards celebrate outstanding research contributions made by Canadian scholars

41. Government of Canada launches call for proposals for the Sustainable Development Goals Funding Program 

    Government of Canada launches call for proposals for the Sustainable Development Goals Funding Program

42. Canada Summer Jobs 2024: Application period for employers begins November 21, 2023

    When young people have the skills and experience they need to join the workforce, communities and the economy both benefit. That is why the Government of Canada supports youth at every stage of their journey towards a bright future through its comprehensive array of youth programming, that includes Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ).

43. Governments of Canada and Alberta to announce new investment for skills training

    The Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, will be in Edmonton, along with the Honourable Matt Jones, Minister of Jobs, Economy, and Trade for Alberta, to announce new funding to Alberta through labour market agreements.

44. This is the week to start thinking about post-secondary education savings!

    Today, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, Randy Boissonnault, issued the following statement to highlight Education Savings Week 2023 in Canada

45. 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.

46. Lake Banook boosts profile as premiere paddling venue

    New and improved docks and boardwalk offer better experience for paddlers and spectators

47. 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.

48. 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

49. 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.

50. Statement by Minister Ien on International Youth Day

    Statement by Minister Ien on International Youth Day