Starting and running a business in 14 Manitoba communities just became easier thanks to BizPaL, an online business permit and licence service that saves time spent on paperwork and helps entrepreneurs start up faster. Minister of State (Small Business and Tourism) Maxime Bernier (Beauce, QC) welcomed the launch of BizPaL in the following communities: the … Read more
Minister of State (Science and Technology) Gary Goodyear (Cambridge, ON) applauded the appointment of Dr. Shirley M. Tilghman as Co-Chair of the Canada Excellence Research Chairs Program Selection Board. Tilghman is an internationally recognized scholar and leader in the field of molecular biology, renowned not only for her pioneering research in mammalian genetics but also … Read more
Industry Minister Christian Paradis (Megantic-L'Erable, QC) attended the 2012 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Paradis toured the show floor and met with key auto manufacturing executives, underscoring a number of measures that make Canada an excellent location for automotive investment. Paradis said that to increase the competitiveness of Canada's domestic auto industry, the … Read more
Canadian companies have been using the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada's new Engage Grants in increasing numbers to connect with university researchers and solve short-term research and development challenges. President of the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council Suzanne Fortier marked the 1,000th Engage Grant with Dalhousie University and Survival Systems Training Ltd-a Nova Scotia training … Read more
Minister of State (Science and Technology) Gary Goodyear (Cambridge, ON) announced over $1.3 million in funding for new research projects funded through the Business-Led Networks of Centres of Excellence. These include initiatives to improve water treatment in the oil industry, develop lighter and quieter aircraft, and facilitate the development of drugs for central nervous system diseases. … Read more
Industry Minister Christian Paradis (Megantic-L'Erable, QC) addressed domestic and international aerospace representatives at Aero Montreal's third biennial Aerospace Innovation Forum. Paradis outlined federal initiatives designed to assist the aerospace industry while emphasizing the need for private sector investment in innovation to ensure its global competitiveness. Canada's aerospace and space sectors are key contributors to the economy, generating … Read more
Industry Minister Christian Paradis (Megantic-L'Erable, QC) held roundtables in New York City and conducted bilateral meetings with U.S. companies and government officials to discuss the business and economic environment in North America. Paradis promoted Canada as a sound investment destination and sought companies' insights on the impact of the current economic uncertainty in North America. Paradis said … Read more
Industry Minister Christian Paradis (Megantic-L'Erable, QC) addressed the Annual Conference of the International Institute of Communications Canada, and spoke of the upcoming spectrum auctions and the review of foreign investment restrictions in telecommunications. Paradis said that the government wants to get the decisions before it right, so that Canadian consumers have access to a wide range … Read more
Industry Minister Christian Paradis (Megantic-L'Erable, QC) announced the government will launch a consultative committee to review the situation regarding language of work in Quebec's federally regulated private businesses. The consultative committee will seek the views of stakeholders to examine whether employees of federally regulated private businesses in Quebec are fully able to work in French. … Read more
Industry Minister Christian Paradis (Megantic-L'Erable, QC) congratulated the Centre technologique en aerospatiale in Saint-Hubert, Quebec, on its official opening. The centre's new research and development infrastructure, consisting of laboratories and equipment, will help support firms in the aerospace sector. The Centre technologique en aerospatiale is the result of a $12-million investment from the governments of Canada and Quebec. … Read more
