Haida Gwaii – The restoration of Indigenous names is important to strengthening Indigenous languages and culture in Canada. The Government of Canada is committed to continuing to work with First Nations, Inuit, and Metis on concrete actions that will strengthen Indigenous histories, languages, and cultures that span our coasts. Vance Badawey, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Transport, Pablo Rodriguez, …
GATINEAU – The Competition Bureau announced that the filing fee for merger reviews will increase from $82,719.12 to $86,358.76, effective April 1, 2024. The increase is a result of an annual adjustment described in the Service Fees Act. The Competition Act requires that entities notify the Bureau if proposed mergers, acquisitions and other transactions meet certain thresholds. The Bureau reviews these notifiable transactions …
OTTAWA– The Taxpayers’ Ombudsperson, François Boileau, has opened a systemic examination into issues that could prevent some temporary residents from receiving the Canada child benefit (CCB) in a timely manner. Temporary residents are legally authorized by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to enter Canada for temporary purposes, including as a visitor, student, worker, or temporary resident permit holder. Most temporary …
Laval — Residents of Laval and the surrounding area will have a new place to meet and enjoy their favorite activities, thanks to a joint investment of $25 million by the federal government and the Hellenic Community of Greater Montreal to support the construction of a new energy-efficient community centre in the heart of the Chomedey district. Announced by the Prime …
Trip further promotes Canada’s close relationship with largest trading partner New York City – François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, concluded a two-day visit to New York City as part of the Team Canada engagement strategy with the US. Minister Champagne met with Gary Cohn, Vice Chairman of IBM, to discuss ways Canada and the U.S. can work …
Funding of $9.6 million to embed researchers in health system organizations across the country Ottawa – The Government of Canada is supporting researchers across the country who are collaborating with health system organizations to make meaningful contributions towards improving Canada’s health care system and ensuring that Canadians receive high-quality health care. By embedding researchers in health system organizations, they can …
Toronto – Below are City of Toronto activities, operations and facilities with planned openings and closures for Friday, March 29, through Monday, April 1, 2024. Community Centres On March 29, and April 1, all community recreation facilities will be closed. Regularly scheduled drop-in programs and registered activities will operate on Saturday, March 30, and Sunday, March 31. More information and schedules are …
Province ensuring international graduates fill in-demand jobs and support economic growth TORONTO — In response to the federal government’s cap on the number of international student study permit applications over the next two years, Ontario is prioritizing public postsecondary programs that will help prepare graduates for in-demand jobs that support Ontario’s labour market needs. “We are protecting the integrity of …
Toronto – The Toronto Maple Leafs announced that the hockey club has acquired centre Connor Dewar from the Minnesota Wild in exchange for a fourth-round selection in the 2026 NHL Draft and forward Dmitry Ovchinnikov. Ovchinnikov will remain with the Marlies while on loan from the Wild. Dewar, 24, has collected 38 points (18 goals, 20 assists) in 173 career …
Investment, along with support from the Government of Quebec, will secure advanced computing infrastructure Ottawa – Artificial intelligence (AI) is one of the greatest technological transformations of our age. Canada has been an early leader in AI, and the Government of Canada is committed to equipping Canadian researchers and industry stakeholders with the tools and services they need. Access to computing …
