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The Liberal Party of Canada has announced that Mark Carney will chair the Leader’s Task Force on Economic Growth. This task force aims to develop ideas for both near- and long-term economic growth and productivity in Canada. Mark Carney, a Canadian economist with extensive experience in public service and
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On September 6, 2024, Adam van Koeverden, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Environment and Climate Change, announced funding of up to $6.2 million through the Habitat Stewardship Program for Species at Risk. This funding will support 38 conservation projects across Canada aimed at recovering species at risk in
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The Town of Ajax is set to receive nearly $250,000 in federal funding aimed at improving local trail networks. This announcement was made on September 6, 2024, by Minister Mark Holland and Mayor Shaun Collier. The funding will support two main projects: * Trail Improvements: Two trails leading from Dennis
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On September 6, 2024, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced the launch of the new School Food Infrastructure Fund (SFIF) and the renewal of the Local Food Infrastructure Fund (LFIF) in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador. This announcement is part of a $62.9 million
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The Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) has begun implementing a new technology known as the Cellular Airborne Sensors for Search and Rescue (CASSAR) system. This system is being utilized on select aircraft in collaboration with the Civil Air Search and Rescue Association to enhance search and rescue (SAR) operations. The
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On September 3, 2024, the Government of Canada announced the extension of financial assistance enhancements for students pursuing post-secondary education for the 2024 to 2025 academic year. This decision was made in response to the rising cost of living, which has increased the financial needs of students. Key points from
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On September 3, 2024, Transport Minister Pablo Rodriguez issued a statement regarding National Trucking Week in Canada, which occurs each September. The statement emphasizes the importance of truckers in maintaining the economy and supply chains across the country. Rodriguez noted that Canadian trucking businesses are responsible for moving billions of
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Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) conducted a second roadside inspection blitz from August 23 to 25, 2024, along the Trans-Canada Highway at the Manitoba and Ontario border. This effort aimed to prevent the spread of Zebra Mussels, an aquatic invasive species. During the inspection, 451 vehicles transporting watercraft were stopped.
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On August 30, 2024, the Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, and the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, issued a statement regarding international tax reform. The statement followed the US Trade Representative's request for consultations on Canada&
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Health Canada has released a report summarizing feedback from public consultations on the proposed Safe Long-Term Care Act. The consultations highlighted the preference for aging at home with necessary supports and the need for high-quality, safe long-term care when required. Key priorities identified include treating long-term care as part of
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On August 27, 2024, Anita Anand, President of the Treasury Board, announced new measures to enhance productivity and reduce regulatory barriers. Anand will establish a working group to examine productivity and inform the government's economic plan. This group will attempt to address barriers to achieving greater efficiencies for
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On August 26, 2024, Minister Randy Boissonnault announced new measures to reduce the number of temporary foreign workers in Canada. The changes are aimed at addressing the misuse and fraud within the Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) Program and will take effect by September 26, 2024. The Government of Canada will