Industry Minister James Moore (Port Moody-Westwood-Port Coquitlam, B.C.) met with New Jersey Governor Chris Christie in Ottawa during his first official visit to Canada. Minister Moore and Governor Christie both emphasized their mutual commitment to creating jobs and opportunities for families in Canada and in New Jersey by expanding North American trade opportunities. Canada is New Jersey’s largest international trade … Read more
During a keynote address, Minister of State (Science and Technology) Ed Holder (London West, Ont.) highlighted the successes of Canadian colleges, cegeps and institutes in boosting business and social innovation to create more prosperous Canadian communities. The Harper Government supports applied college research through a number of programs including the College and Community Innovation Program and … Read more
Industry Minister James Moore (Port Moody-Westwood-Port Coquitlam, B.C.) visited the National Optics Institute (INO) in Quebec City where he announced a new partnership between the Canadian Space Agency and INO to improve forecasting of severe weather events. The Government of Canada will invest $650,000 to support the development of new technology that will monitor how ice … Read more
Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Industry Mike Lake (Edmonton-Mill Woods-Beaumont, Alta.) delivered opening remarks at the first delegates meeting of Co-operatives and Mutuals Canada. This newly formed organization aims to provide the co-operative sector with a single national voice. During his remarks, Lake highlighted initiatives that the Government of Canada is undertaking to support co-operatives across Canada and its … Read more
Upon the release of the Fall Report of the Auditor General of Canada, Industry Minister James Moore (Port Moody-Westwood-Port Coquitlam, B.C.) issued the following statement: “In 2009, the automotive industry across Canada faced a near total collapse caused by the global economic downturn. Our government understood the seriousness of the situation and, in response, took action and protected … Read more
Industry Minister James Moore (Port Moody-Westwood-Port Coquitlam, B.C.) announced changes to Canada’s standard on radars, or field disturbance sensors, which will allow the latest safety features to be included in new cars sold in Canada. The radar technology in cars uses radio waves to measure the speed and distance of approaching objects. This technology is being used … Read more
Minister of State (Science and Technology) Ed Holder (London West, Ont.) celebrated outstanding research and innovation achievements at the fourth annual Mitacs Awards Reception. The ceremony honoured top graduate and postgraduate students as well as industry partners participating in Mitacs programs. In his address, Holder highlighted Canada’s approach to research and innovation, which focuses on developing talent, knowledge and … Read more
Minister of State (Agriculture) Maxime Bernier (Beauce, Que.) made a statement to mark the start of Global Entrepreneurship Week 2014, which takes place from November 17 to 23. “Global Entrepreneurship Week is the world’s largest annual celebration that recognizes the immeasurable contributions of entrepreneurs in more than 140 countries. Its goal is to inspire millions of young people … Read more
During a keynote address at the Polytechnics Canada Student Applied Research Showcase, National Revenue Minister Kerry-Lynne D. Findlay (Delta-Richmond, B.C.) outlined the government’s record investments in science, technology and innovation. The minister also highlighted government initiatives like the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada’s College and Community Innovation Program, which encourages greater partnerships with small … Read more
Starting and running a business in the Town of Beausejour and Rural Municipality of Brokenhead just became easier thanks to BizPaL, an online business permit and licence service that saves time on paperwork and helps entrepreneurs start up faster. Conservative MP James Bezan (Selkirk-Interlake, Man.) announced the implementation of BizPaL in the Town of Beausejour … Read more
