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Canada Invests in Skills Training for Over 10,000 Workers

Justin Barber

22 Feb 2025

The Government of Canada is investing in innovative projects that offer skills training to more than 10,000 Canadian workers. These projects focus on sectors that are crucial to both environmental sustainability and economic growth, notably the auto industry and construction.

According to an official announcement, the initiative aims to develop a workforce that is equipped for changes brought about by decarbonization. The training is designed to support Canadian workers in gaining necessary skills for adapting to new technologies and industry demands.

Specific details about the projects, including their locations, were not disclosed in the release.

Committee on Internal Trade Takes Steps to Simplify Trade and Labor Mobility

On February 21, 2025, the Committee on Internal Trade met in Ottawa to address efforts to enhance internal trade across Canada. This meeting was attended by Anita Anand, the Minister of Transport and Internal Trade, alongside provincial and territorial representatives. Key topics discussed included: * The removal of exceptions in the

Government Reduces Federal Exceptions in Trade Agreement

The Canadian government is set to remove 20 federal exceptions from the Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA), which will decrease the total number from 39 to 19. This adjustment mainly affects government procurement policies and aims to broaden opportunities for Canadian businesses to compete within the domestic market. This change

Canadian Research Team Initiates Antarctic Mission for Environmental Studies

Canadian scientists will embark on a research mission to Antarctica, beginning February 23, 2025. This mission, part of Operation PROJECTION 2025-01, involves aboard the HMCS Margaret Brooke. Scientists aim to investigate climate change, glacial retreat, and pollution along the South Shetland Islands and the west coast of the Antarctic Peninsula.

Clarington Opens Applications for 2025 Trees for Rural Roads Program

The Trees for Rural Roads program in Clarington is now open for 2025 applications, providing rural residents with free native tree species for planting on private properties next to municipal roadways. Applications are being accepted until March 31, 2025. This initiative aims to enhance biodiversity and environmental protection in Clarington.

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Committee on Internal Trade Takes Steps to Simplify Trade and Labor Mobility

Government Reduces Federal Exceptions in Trade Agreement

Canadian Research Team Initiates Antarctic Mission for Environmental Studies

Clarington Opens Applications for 2025 Trees for Rural Roads Program