Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities Minister Kamal Khera (Brampton West, Ont.) issued a statement: “On the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, we remind ourselves of the importance of promoting equal rights and opportunities for every human being, regardless of skin colour or ethnicity. As a country that finds its strength in … Read more
Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages Minister Randy Boissonnault (Edmonton Centre, Alta.) issued a statement: “On this International Day of La Francophonie, I join Francophone communities across Canada and around the world in celebrating the richness of the French language and its contribution worldwide […] As part of our Action Plan for Official Languages 2023–2028, … Read more
Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities Minister Kamal Khera (Brampton West, Ont.) issued a statement: “Today, members of the Iranian, Afghan, Kurdish, Zoroastrian, Baháʼí, Ismaili Muslim and Central Asian communities in Canada and around the world are celebrating Nowruz, marking the start of the New Year according to the Persian calendar.” The full statement is … Read more
Minister for Sport and Physical Activity Carla Qualtrough (Delta, B.C.) issued a statement: “On Saturday, the 2024 Mat-Su Valley Arctic Winter Games came to a close. Over the last week, athletes from Alaska, the Northwest Territories, Yukon, Nunavut, Nunavik-Quebec, Northern Alberta, Kalaallit Nunaat and Sápmi came together to compete in 20 winter sports. The Games … Read more
Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities Minister Kamal Khera (Brampton West, Ont.) and Special Representative on Combatting Islamophobia Amira Elghawaby issued a statement: “Today, we mark the International Day to Combat Islamophobia, which serves as an opportunity for all of us to reaffirm our support for Muslim communities in Canada and around the world, as well as our … Read more
Canadian Heritage Minister Pascale St-Onge (Brome-Missisquoi, Que.) announced permanent funding to support Indigenous-led storytelling through the Indigenous Screen Office. This includes $65 million over five years starting in 2024–25 and $13 million per year ongoing. The full release is available online. Contact ariane.joazard-belizaire@pch.gc.ca. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau (Papineau, Que.) and Minister for Women and Gender Equality and … Read more
Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities Minister Kamal Khera (Brampton West, Ont.) issued a statement: “Today at sundown, Muslims across Canada and around the world mark the start of Ramadan, a holy month of prayer, reflection and daily sunrise-to-sunset fasts broken by the iftar, an evening meal shared with family and loved ones. Ramadan marks a … Read more
Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages Minister Randy Boissonnault (Edmonton Centre, Alta.) announced investments of nearly $5 million to support official languages in Alberta. The full release is available online. Contact mathis.denis@hrsdc-rhdcc.gc.ca.
Minister for Sport and Physical Activity Carla Qualtrough (Delta, B.C.) announced $12.65 million in investments through the Sport for Social Development in Indigenous Communities (SSDIC) program to support the creation of more sport and physical activity opportunities within Indigenous communities. Qualtrough also highlighted the 2024–2026 call for applications, which is currently open under Streams 2 and … Read more
Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities Minister Kamal Khera (Brampton West, Ont.) issued a statement: “Today marks the start of Irish Heritage Month. This is the perfect opportunity to celebrate the rich cultural heritage of Irish communities and their descendants.” The full statement is available online. Contact alisson.levesque@hrsdc-rhdcc.gc.ca. Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages Minister Randy … Read more
