Blueprint 2020 is a vision for a “World-class Public Service equipped to serve Canada and Canadians now and into the future”, is available online. It is a guide to transform the Federal Public Service for the long term to help improve the lives of Canadians and secure a strong future for Canada.
The Privy Council Office announced that as part of the creation of the new ministry, several changes have also been made to the machinery of government to reflect the government’s priorities. The names of several departments are being changed as follows: Citizenship and Immigration Canada to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada; Foreign Affairs, Trade and … Read more
Further to the ministerial statement on Bill 99 tabled in the National Assembly, Minister of Infrastructure, Communities and Intergovernmental Affairs and Minister of the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec Denis Lebel (Roberval-Lac-Saint-Jean, Que.) made the following comments: "The federal government did not initiate these proceedings. No one wants another referendum. It is … Read more
Government House Leader Peter Van Loan (York-Simcoe, Ont.) was joined by Veterans Affairs Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, Que.) to outline the government's priorities in the House of Commons. In addition to the new budget, the government will move forward on the following important pieces of legislation currently before Parliament: Enhancing Royal Canadian Mounted Police Accountability … Read more
Government House Leader Peter Van Loan (York-Simcoe, Ont.) and Veterans Affairs Minister Steven Blaney (Levis-Bellechasse, Que.) outlined the government's priorities for the fall sitting of the House of Commons. Van Loan said the cornerstone of the work in the House of Commons will be the implementation of important legislative items from Economic Action Plan 2012. … Read more
On behalf of Human Resources Minister Diane Finley (Haldimand-Norfolk, ON) and Minister of State (Seniors) Alice Wong (Richmond, BC), Government House Leader Peter Van Loan (York-Simcoe, ON) announced that seniors in Newfoundland and Labrador will have new opportunities to volunteer and mentor younger generations thanks to funding through the New Horizons for Seniors Program. The … Read more
Intergovernmental Affairs Minister Peter Penashue (Labrador, NL) announced the appointment of Joseph Hincke to the Canadian Transportation Accident Investigation and Safety Board. Hincke has served in a number of positions within the Canadian Forces, most notably as a pilot and senior staff member in the Royal Canadian Air Force. Penashue said that Hincke's extensive experience … Read more
New Brunswick Premier David Alward committed to introducing legislation establishing a provincial Senate nominee consultation process. Minister of State (Democratic Reform) Tim Uppal (Edmonton-Sherwood Park, AB) said the government looks forward to working with the province as it moves forward on strengthening the voice of New Brunswickers in the Senate. Call 613-943-1835.
Government House Leader Peter Van Loan (York-Simcoe, ON) outlined the Government of Canada's legislative priorities for the fall parliamentary session of the House of Commons. Van Loan said the government will introduce a bill to implement the remaining measures included in the 2011 budget, and will continue moving forward on its trade agenda by reintroducing … Read more
Intergovernmental Affairs Minister Peter Penashue (Labrador, NL) issued at statement on the Council of the Federation's annual meeting. Penashue said the government will continue to work together with the provinces and territories in a spirit of open federalism on the issues that face Canada. Penashue said the federal government welcomes input from the provinces and … Read more
