Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages Minister Randy Boissonnault (Edmonton Centre, Alta.) and Health Minister Mark Holland (Ajax, Ont.) announced nearly $2.5 million in assistance over five years (2023–24 to 2027–28) to the Government of Yukon for a special project aimed at improving access to French-language health services. Specifically, Canadian Heritage is contributing $1.5 million while Health Canada … Read more
Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities Minister Kamal Khera (Brampton West, Ont.) unveiled Canada’s Action Plan on Combatting Hate. The Action Plan represents Canada’s first-ever comprehensive cross-government effort to combat hate. It brings together 20 key federal initiatives grounded on three pillars: Empower communities to identify and prevent hate; Support victims and survivors, and protect communities; and Build community trust, … Read more
Minister for Sport and Physical Activity Carla Qualtrough (Delta, B.C.) issued a statement: “The Government of Canada has made safety in sport a top priority. We’ve partnered with Parachute Canada to update the Canadian Guideline on Concussion in Sport and create tools for awareness, prevention and detection. These resources will help reduce the time lost … Read more
Liberal MP Sean Casey (Charlottetown, PEI) and PEI Minister of Education and Early Years Natalie Jameson announced a total of $21 million in support over four years for École François-Buote and the Carrefour de l’Isle-Saint-Jean. The full release is available online. Contact mathis.denis@hrsdc-rhdcc.gc.ca.
Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities Minister Kamal Khera (Brampton West, Ont.) issued a statement: “Today, millions of people of Asian descent celebrate one of Asia’s most significant celebrations, the Mid-Autumn Festival, also known in some cultures as the Moon Festival or Reunion Festival.” The full statement is available online. Contact alisson.levesque@hrsdc-rhdcc.gc.ca.
Liberal MP Lena Metlege Diab (Halifax West, N.S.) announced a $90,000 investment to support the expansion into new markets of Capital Motion Picture Group’s JustWatchMe.tv, an international digital streaming platform for Canadian-produced feature films, documentaries, short films and series. This project will help grow the recipient’s export activities beyond their existing markets to new territories worldwide. The … Read more
Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages Minister Randy Boissonnault (Edmonton Centre, Alta.) issued a statement: “As a proud Franco-Albertan and Minister of Official Languages, I am honoured to continue the implementation of the new version of the Official Languages Act, in collaboration with all federal institutions and our partner organizations. This year, we are celebrating important … Read more
Minister for Sport and Physical Activity Carla Qualtrough (Delta, B.C.) issued a statement: “As the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games come to a close, Canada proudly celebrates the exceptional performances of the 126 athletes who represented our country on the world stage. Athletes like Nicholas Bennett made history, securing Canada’s first gold medal at the games, … Read more
Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities Minister Kamal Khera (Brampton West, Ont.) issued a statement: “Today, Hindu communities in Canada and around the world celebrate the anniversary of the birth of Lord Ganesh, one of Hinduism’s most revered deities. Recognized by his elephant head, Lord Ganesh symbolizes intelligence, listening, prosperity and wisdom. He is known … Read more
Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities Minister Kamal Khera (Brampton West, Ont.) issued a statement: “On the International Day for People of African Descent, we celebrate the countless contributions that people of African Descent have made both in Canada and around the world. For generations, people of African descent have played a key role in … Read more
