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The Government of Canada is committed to providing the Canadian Coast Guard with the tools and equipment needed to help ensure the safety of mariners and the marine environment, and to facilitate year-round marine shipping that is critical to...

Please be advised that the Honourable Jane Philpott, Minister of Indigenous Services, will take part in a signing ceremony with the Chiefs of the four Maskwacîs Cree Nations - Ermineskin Cree Nation, Louis Bull Tribe, Montana First Nation and Samson...

The Commissioner of Canada Elections, Mr. Yves Côté, has announced that five charges have been laid under the Canada Elections Act, as requested by the Director of Public Prosecutions. The charges, against Mr. Normand Morin, relate to an...

Member of Parliament for Montarville, Michel Picard, on behalf of Canada's Minister of Natural Resources, the Honourable Jim Carr, will make a clean technology announcement at Hydro-Québec's research institute. A media availability will follow.  ...

Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA) issued the following statement today from its Executive Director, Carl Blake, in response to the House passage of the VA MISSION Act: "On behalf of Paralyzed Veterans of America members?veterans with spinal cord...

Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed S. 2372 ? the VA Mission Act ? opening the door to the privatization of the country's largest health care system. In response to the vote, and the future of the VA,...

Canada's coasts support Indigenous and coastal communities, enable international trade, are home to precious ecosystems, and play a key role in strengthening the economy and growing our middle class. The Government of Canada's $1.5 billion Oceans...

Internet access is more than just a convenience; communities, businesses and institutions need it to find information, offer services and create opportunities. That's why the Government of Canada is investing over $4.6 million through the Connect to...

In today's global economy, there is increased responsibility to consider social and environmental factors when companies conduct business. EDC is committed to ensuring it follows strong corporate social responsibility (CSR) practices, guided by a...

Dr. Ben Carson, secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban Development, joined thousands of members of the National Association of Realtors® at a general session today during the 2018 REALTORS® Legislative Meetings & Trade Expo to commemorate...

A survey released today by the Community Oncology Alliance (COA) finds that the majority of physicians are very concerned that recent proposals to reform the Medicare Part B program will have a negative impact on patient care....

In her ongoing effort to create jobs and economic opportunity for all Californians, Asm. Burke introduced AB 2700 today that creates an incentive for businesses in California to partner with educational institutions to develop and promote a skilled...

The Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Catherine McKenna, is hosting the Climate Leaders' Summit: Women Kicking It on Climate. Women climate leaders from G7 countries and the international community will attend the Summit to develop...

The quality of Canada's transportation infrastructure and the efficiency of the country's trade corridors are key to the success of Canadian firms in the global marketplace. The Government of Canada supports infrastructure projects that create...

Working in partnership with First Nations to resolve issues related to the drinking water supply and wastewater treatment infrastructure in their communities is a priority for the Government of Canada. On behalf of the Honourable Jane Philpott,...

The Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development, will attend the BC Tech Summit, where he will speak about the benefits of the Innovation Superclusters Initiative for businesses and for the people of British...

The Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development, will attend the BC Tech Summit, where he will speak about the benefits of the Innovation Superclusters Initiative for businesses and for the people of British...

Member of Parliament for Montarville, Michel Picard, on behalf of Canada's Minister of Natural Resources, the Honourable Jim Carr, will make a clean technology announcement at Hydro-Québec's research institute. A media availability will follow.  ...

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Minister responsible for Official Languages, will meet with representatives of La Passerelle and the Théâtre français de Toronto to discuss priorities of official-language minority...

The Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection plans to eliminate regulation by enforcement and increase regulatory clarity, according to speakers at the Regulatory Issues Forum at the 2018 REALTORS® Legislative Meetings & Trade Expo.    ...

Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief Perry Bellegarde today acknowledged the Government of Canada's decision not to intervene in a legal action by First Nations to halt construction of the Site C Dam in B.C. National Chief Bellegarde called...

The Acting Chief Electoral Officer has released the preliminary election expenses limits for political parties and candidates and the election advertising expenses limit for third parties for the federal by-election in Chicoutimi?Le Fjord (Quebec)....

Thousands of vulnerable Canadians can look forward to a brighter future with access to safe and affordable housing that meets their needs. The National Housing Co-Investment Fund (NHCF), under Canada's National Housing Strategy (NHS), will strengthen...

Investing in public transit infrastructure shortens commute times, cuts air pollution, and creates good, well-paying middle class jobs, while connecting our communities and making more time for Canadians to do what they love. The Prime Minister,...

The Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development, will attend the BC Tech Summit, where he will speak about the benefits of the Innovation Superclusters Initiative for businesses and for the people of British...

Quality transportation infrastructure and efficient trade corridors are vital to Canada's continued economic success. The Government of Canada is investing in infrastructure projects that improve safety, help people get to where they need to go...

The Honourable Scott Brison, President of the Treasury Board, on behalf of the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development, will announce a significant investment under the government's Strategic Innovation...

Realtors® from across the country will gather in the nation's capital this week for the 2018 REALTORS® Legislative Meetings & Trade Expo committed to continuing their work with Congress and the administration to advance policy initiatives that...

The Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Catherine McKenna, is hosting the Climate Leaders' Summit: Women Kicking It on Climate. Women climate leaders from G7 countries and the international community will attend the Summit to develop...

Ministry renews commitment to supporting women, with interim financing for divorcées The Saudi Ministry of Justice is planning to launch an alimony fund similar to the United Kingdom's Child Maintenance Service, in an attempt to empower mothers...

Canada's universal, publicly funded health system is a source of pride for Canadians. The Government of Canada is working with provinces and territories to strengthen health care and to adapt the system to the changing needs of Canadians. Today,...

The New Jersey Star Ledger and Newjersey.com today featured an article by Robert Weiner, a former White House spokesman and congressional committee chief of staff and New Jersey native, and policy analyst Kyle Fleck, "Why Commerce Secretary Ross and...

With the nation facing a $2 trillion investment gap in infrastructure, the National League of Cities (NLC) is convening city leaders from across the country in Washington, D.C., to advocate for federal infrastructure investment during Infrastructure...

When billionaire anti-gun former New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg launched a tirade during Rice University's graduation ceremonies over the weekend about an "epidemic of dishonesty" in the nation's capital, he could easily have been talking about the...

Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED) Four businesses in Bas-Saint-Laurent and Gaspésie were able to deliver projects that involved increasing their production capacity, starting up new activities and modernizing their facilities...

The quality of Canada's transportation infrastructure and the efficiency of the country's trade corridors are key to the success of Canadian firms in the global marketplace. The Government of Canada supports infrastructure projects that create...

BREAKING: U.S. Supreme Court rules that federal ban on state-sanctioned sports betting is unconstitutional. SCOTUS decides case in favor of New Jersey. In a 6-3 ruling to lift the federal ban on sports betting, in the U.S. the Supreme Court has paved...

DraftKings, Inc. announced that the company will enter the sports betting market following the United States Supreme Court's decision today overturning the outdated Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act.   "Our mission has always been to...

Please be advised that Member of Parliament Robert Falcon-Ouellette, on behalf of the Honourable Jane Philpott, Minister of Indigenous Services, will participate in an announcement highlighting the successful first steps of the Class 5 Driver's...

The Honourable Ralph Goodale, federal Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, on behalf of The Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, federal Minister of Health, and the Honourable Jim Reiter, Minister of Health, Province of Saskatchewan,...

A federal by-election will be held on Monday, June 18, 2018 in the electoral district of Chicoutimi?Le Fjord (Quebec) to fill a vacancy in the House of Commons. The Elections Canada office in Chicoutimi?Le Fjord is open as of today. Canadian...

Please be advised that Member of Parliament Robert Falcon-Ouellette, on behalf of the Honourable Jane Philpott, Minister of Indigenous Services, will participate in an announcement highlighting the successful first steps of the Class 5 Driver's...

The Canadian Government is committed to creating a growing economy that leaves no one behind. Canada's effort to advance innovative social policies that help the middle class and those working hard to join it, including the Canada Child Benefit and...

The National Association of Specialty Pharmacy (NASP) applauds President Trump's effort to rein in the high cost of prescription drugs but wants to ensure efforts are underway to make needed reforms that will support the needs of specialty pharmacy...

The Honourable Ralph Goodale, federal Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, on behalf of The Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, federal Minister of Health, and the Honourable Jim Reiter, Minister of Health, Province of Saskatchewan,...

Express Scripts released the following statement in response to the Administration's announcement today on prescription drug costs: "President Trump rightly recognizes drug companies charge way too much, and their...

Seniors make significant and valuable contributions to their families, our communities and our society. That is why hard working middle-class Canadians need to know that the Government of Canada will be there to support them when they retire.  ...

Amid the backdrop of the 2018 mayoral special election in June, residents of the Fillmore District are casting doubt on the motives of Supervisors Jane Kim and Mark Leno in hosting a "Meet the Progressives ? Future of the Fillmore" event on Saturday,...

Universitas 21 (U21) is the leading global network of research intensive universities Seventh annual U21 Ranking reveals world's top countries for higher education Top Five Countries Overall: USA, Switzerland, UK, Sweden and Denmark The...

Note: All times local Lac-Mégantic, Quebec 9 a.m. The Prime Minister and the Premier of Quebec, Philippe Couillard, will make an announcement. A joint media availability will follow. In front of the train station 5490, rue de la...