Government of Canada Invests in Commercialization of Research and Development
Thu, 29 Jul 2010 18:40:00 GMT

Innovation is the centerpiece of an announcement today in Miramichi featuring federal government support for K.C. Sargent Sales Ltd. as the New Brunswick company brings to market new recycling technology that will improve the efficiency of processing recycled beverage containers.

Bank of Canada Releases 2011 Schedule of Dates for Its Policy Interest Rate Announcements
Thu, 29 Jul 2010 18:39:00 GMT

The Bank of Canada today released its 2011 schedule of eight dates for announcing decisions on its key policy interest rate and confirmed the announcement dates for the remainder of this year.

St. John's Passport Canada Office Closed on August 2, 2010
Thu, 29 Jul 2010 18:34:00 GMT

Gatineau, QC, July 29, 2010 ¿ Because of the Civic Holiday, the St. John's Passport Canada office located at 140 Water Street, Suite 802, will be closed on Monday, August 2, 2010. The office will reopen on Tuesday, August 3 and will remain open on Wednesday, August 4, for regular business hours (from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.).

Canada-Quebec Investment of $3,416,328 in Saint-Charles-de-Bellechasse to Bring Drinking Water Facilities Up to Standard
Thu, 29 Jul 2010 18:31:00 GMT

Dominique Vien, Member of the Quebec National Assembly for Bellechasse and Minister of Government Services, acting on behalf of Laurent Lessard, Minister of Municipal Affairs, Regions and Land Occupancy and Minister responsible for the Chaudière-Appalaches region, today joined Steven Blaney, Member of Parliament for Lévis-Bellechasse, acting on behalf of the Honourable Denis Lebel, Minister of State for Canada Economic Development, in announcing that the Municipality of Saint-Charles-de-Bellechasse will receive $3,416,328 in combined government financial assistance under the Communities Component of the Building Canada Fund ¿ Quebec to bring its drinking water facilities up to standard.

International Trade Minister to Announce Federal Support for Technology and Innovation
Thu, 29 Jul 2010 18:28:00 GMT

The Honourable Peter Van Loan, Minister of International Trade, will make an announcement at Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia, on Friday, July 30, 2010.

CRTC Issues Annual Report on the Communications Industry
Thu, 29 Jul 2010 18:25:00 GMT

The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) today issued its annual Communications Monitoring Report. The report, which is based on 2009 data, provides an overview of the Canadian telecommunications and broadcasting industries.

Government of Canada Supports the Agence de développement de la ville de Roberval
Thu, 29 Jul 2010 18:24:00 GMT

The Honourable Denis Lebel, Minister of State for Canada Economic Development, today announced an investment of $86,250 in the Agence de développement de la ville de Roberval. The funding has been awarded under the $100 million Temporary Initiative for the Strengthening of Quebec's Forest Economies announced by Minister of State Lebel last April. This morning, Mr. Lebel noted that the assistance granted will serve to finance technical and financial feasibility studies for the establishment of an integrated wood processing plant.

Government of Canada Celebrates Food Day and the Best Food on Earth
Thu, 29 Jul 2010 18:19:00 GMT

Food Day, July 31, 2010 is a perfect opportunity to recognize Canadian farmers' hard work and dedication to producing the best food in the world. This Saturday marks the 8th annual national celebration of Canada's culinary excellence, from farm to fork.

Government of Canada Investing in Alberta Barley Farmers
Thu, 29 Jul 2010 18:16:00 GMT

The Government of Canada continues to help Canadian barley farmers capture new markets and increase profitability. Today, Member of Parliament Laurie Hawn (Edmonton Centre), on behalf of Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz, announced an investment of more than $1 million to find ways to include Canada's top quality barley in new markets around the world.

Minister Van Loan to Announce Federal Initiatives to Bring Investment to Nova Scotia
Thu, 29 Jul 2010 18:13:00 GMT

The Honourable Peter Van Loan, Minister of International Trade, will make an announcement regarding foreign investment in Halifax, Nova Scotia, on Friday, July 30, 2010.

Federal and Provincial Governments Celebrate Sod Turning Ceremony for the Eco-friendly Community Centre in Cormier Village
Thu, 29 Jul 2010 18:10:00 GMT

Residents of Cormier Village and the surrounding region of Communauté rurale Beaubassin-est will soon enjoy the benefits of a new eco-friendly community centre, thanks to an investment announced today by both the federal and provincial governments. The Honourable Rose-May Poirier, Senator for New Brunswick, joined the Honourable Victor Boudreau, Minister of Business New Brunswick, for a sod turning ceremony to mark the beginning of the construction of a new $752,000 facility.

Government of Canada Welcomes Sodium Reduction Report
Thu, 29 Jul 2010 18:09:00 GMT

The Honourable Leona Aglukkaq, Minister of Health, today welcomed the release of the Sodium Reduction Strategy for Canada by the Multi-Stakeholder Working Group on Sodium Reduction, and thanked the group for its hard work. The report, which the Minister received today, is the culmination of over two years of work by the Sodium Working Group (SWG). The SWG was established in late 2007 to develop a strategy for reducing sodium intake among Canadians.

Government of Canada Helps Pays De La Sagouine Expand Its Markets
Thu, 29 Jul 2010 18:00:00 GMT

The popular theatrical show La Sagouine will be presented in English this summer for the first time at Le Pays de la Sagouine, thanks to an investment from the Government of Canada.

Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan help those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in Saskatoon
Thu, 29 Jul 2010 16:30:00 GMT

Local female youth in need will benefit from a new transitional housing facility, thanks to support from the governments of Canada and Saskatchewan. Mr. Maurice Vellacott, Member of Parliament for Saskatoon-Wanuskewin, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, made the announcement today, along with the Honourable June Draude, Minister of Social Services for Saskatchewan.

Certain Pepperoni Products from Cowichan Valley Meat Market May Contain Dangerous Bacteria
Thu, 29 Jul 2010 15:44:00 GMT

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) and Cowichan Valley Meat Market are warning the public not to consume the pepperoni products described below because they may be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum. Toxins produced by these bacteria may cause botulism, a life-threatening illness.

Federal and Provincial Governments Invest in Crossman Community Centre/Kay Arena
Thu, 29 Jul 2010 15:35:00 GMT

Residents of the Moncton area received good news today as federal and provincial governments announced funding of more than $2 million towards the addition of a gymnasium to the Crossman Community Centre/Kay Arena.

The Government of Canada funds Italian-Canadian educational project ¿ Columbus Centre project will commemorate WWII internment of Italian-Canadians
Thu, 29 Jul 2010 14:46:00 GMT

An educational project to commemorate the internment of Italian-Canadians during the Second World War will receive federal funding, Senator Consiglio Di Nino announced today, on behalf of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Minister Jason Kenney.

Governments of Canada and New Brunswick Invest in Maritime Hydraulic Repair Centre
Thu, 29 Jul 2010 13:40:00 GMT

Federal and provincial representatives joined company officials at Maritime Hydraulic Repair Centre today to announce funding to help the company expand its operations into a state-of-the-art facility, purchase highly- specialized equipment and create more than 40 new jobs.

The Daily - July 29, 2010
Thu, 29 Jul 2010 13:39:00 GMT

The Daily is Statistics Canada's official release bulletin, the Agency's first line of communication with the media and the public.

Minister Yelich Promotes Northern Manitoba's Economic Diversity
Thu, 29 Jul 2010 13:29:00 GMT

The Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, visited numerous business and community leaders in Flin Flon and Thompson, Manitoba, to learn about the economic diversity of Manitoba's northern communities.

Government of Canada Announces Contract for Remediation of Tundra Mine Site to a Joint Venture of Aboriginal Firms
Thu, 29 Jul 2010 13:25:00 GMT

A contract worth approximately $43 million for remediation work at the former Tundra Mine site was awarded today to a joint venture between two Aboriginal firms, Tlicho Environmental Engineering Services Ltd. and Aboriginal Engineering Ltd.