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NATSO, representing America's truckstops and travel plazas, was invited to testify before Congress today to discuss new legislation that would reform the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) and transition the gasoline market to a high octane fuel...

The Taxpayers' Ombudsman, Sherra Profit, released her 2017-2018 Annual Report Effecting Change, which was tabled in Parliament today by the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of National Revenue, Deborah Schulte. The report provides an overview...

The Honourable Jody Wilson-Raybould, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, today announced the following appointments under the new judicial application process introduced on October 20, 2016. The new process emphasizes transparency,...

The Honourable Jody Wilson-Raybould, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, today announced the following appointment under the new judicial application process introduced on October 20, 2016. The new process emphasizes transparency,...

California's business climate has deteriorated to the point that a consultant who specializes in helping companies find new locations is now ? for the first time in his career ? openly urging businesses to relocate out of state. The recommendation...

School nutrition programs will have more flexibility in areas related to serving flavored milk and whole grains under a final rule released this week by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The rule also allows more time for schools to reach sodium...

Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief Perry Bellegarde told the Prime Minister and Premiers at the First Ministers Meeting today that permits and licenses should not be given out by governments until companies can prove that they have...

The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights, by majority vote, adopted several key civil rights positions: Urging the 116th Congress to prioritize civil rights oversight and legislation because of the pressing need to restore our national commitment to...

Trump enthusiasts have a new place to hang out online and interact with other Trumpsters without fear of reprisals or censorship, according to Willy Hammer, the developer of a new social media platform. Https://trumpit.chat is the URL for this new...

The opioid crisis continues to devastate individuals, families and communities across the country. Without increased access to effective, evidence-based treatment options, people with substance use disorder will continue to be at risk for overdose....

The American Academy of Ophthalmology agrees with important patient safety guidelines recommended in a joint report issued by the three federal agencies that help guide the nation's health care system. The report, authored by the three cabinet...

Today, the Inuit Tuberculosis Elimination Framework was released by Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami as a next step in ongoing efforts to address staggeringly high rates of tuberculosis (TB) among Inuit living in Inuit Nunangat. In 2016, the reported rate of...

Please be advised that Yvonne Jones, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Intergovernmental and Northern Affairs and Internal Trade, on behalf of the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental and Northern Affairs and Internal...

The Honourable Maryam Monsef, Minister of Status of Women, accompanied by Kate Young, M.P. (London West) and Peter Fragiskatos, M.P. (London North Centre), will launch the Gender-Based Violence Knowledge Centre and make an important research funding...

The Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, will make an important announcement to ensure that Canada's aquaculture industry is a global leader in producing high-quality aquaculture products in an...

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Tourism, Official Languages and La Francophonie, will deliver remarks at the Economic Club of Canada in Toronto. Minister Joly will discuss the economic potential of tourism in Canada and how this sector...

The President of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers' Association (CVMA) issued the following statement respecting the introduction of the Restoring Ontario's Competitiveness Act, 2018: "With the introduction of the Restoring Ontario's Competitiveness...

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced the following changes in the senior ranks of the Public Service: Andrea Lyon, currently Deputy Clerk of the Privy Council and Associate Secretary to the Cabinet, becomes Senior Advisor to the Privy...

The Honourable Maryam Monsef, Minister of Status of Women, accompanied by Kate Young, M.P. (London West) and Peter Fragiskatos, M.P. (London North Centre), will launch the Gender-Based Violence Knowledge Centre and make an important research funding...

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Tourism, Official Languages and La Francophonie, will deliver remarks at the Economic Club of Canada in Toronto. Minister Joly will discuss the economic potential of tourism in Canada and how this sector...

Progressive Shopper is excited to announce the launch of a new platform and web extension that is now available for download on Google Chrome. Progressive Shopper empowers consumers to shop their values by providing current data on the political...

The Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, will make an important announcement to ensure that Canada's aquaculture industry is a global leader in producing high-quality aquaculture products in an...

The Government of Canada works to support innovators, including small and medium-sized businesses, across the country. Through an investment of over $100 million annually over the course of five years, federal departments and agencies are challenging...

An efficient and reliable transportation system for moving Canadian commodities to market is key to the continued success of Canada's economy. Today, the Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Transport, Honourable Amarjeet Sohi, Minister of Natural...

Please be advised that Yvonne Jones, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Intergovernmental and Northern Affairs and Internal Trade, on behalf of the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental and Northern Affairs and Internal...

The conclusion of a $230-million contribution agreement between the Government of Canada and SCALE AI, the Artificial Intelligence (AI)?powered Supply Chains Supercluster, was announced today at the G7 Multistakeholder Conference on Artificial...

The trial regarding the 2015 Tobacco Control Act, of which several provisions are challenged by the Canadian Vaping Association and the Association québécoise des vapoteries, began Monday (Dec. 3rd ) at the Quebec City courthouse. Specifically, these...

Steven MacKinnon, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Public Services and Procurement and Accessibility, took part yesterday in the signing of one of the most important collaboration agreements between the Translation Bureau and the University...

The Government of Canada is committed to supporting and promoting seniors' health, well-being and contributions by encouraging them to stay active, engaged and informed. Today, the Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister of Seniors, invited organizations...

The Government of Canada is committed to getting the Canadian Coast Guard the equipment it needs to keep Canadian waterways safe and provide meaningful economic opportunities for Canadian shipyards. On behalf of the Canadian Coast Guard, Public...

Today, The Hispanic Institute released a report on the positive net economic impact of immigration, particularly in two politically important states not often thought of as destinations for immigrants. The report -- A Tale of Two States: An...

With the longest coastline in the world, Canada's coastal communities rely on the fishing industry as an integral contributor to local and regional economies. This is why the Government of Canada and the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador today...

Media is invited to attend a luncheon address by the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs and Northern Affairs and Internal Trade, regarding trade between provinces and territories at an event hosted by the Chamber of...

The Save Canadian Jobs Coalition (savecanadianjobs.com), bringing together concerned industry groups, associations, and citizens across Canada is calling for immediate amendments to the Federal Government's  Bill C-69, An Act to enact the Impact...

Covanta Fairfax and the Fairfax County Department of Public Works in partnership with American Legion Post 177, have launched a U.S. flag retirement program to reverently dispose of old, worn American flags. While many veteran organizations have...

Canadians, tourists and businesses benefit from safe and well-maintained airports. From visiting friends and family, to travelling to medical appointments, or getting goods to market, we rely on our local airports to support and sustain vibrant...

The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will make an announcement to support visible minority newcomer women.  He will be joined by the Honourable Maryam Monsef, Minister of Status of Women, and the Honourable...

The Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Intergovernmental and Northern Affairs and Internal Trade, Dominic LeBlanc, and the President of Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami, Natan Obed and Inuit leaders, were pleased to gather on...

Today, the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) issued the following statement regarding the Administration's recent release of a report entitled Reforming America's Healthcare System through Choice and Competition. Prepared by the...

The Government of Canada has taken important steps to strengthen the criminal justice system to better protect Canadians from impaired driving.  Today, as we mark Safe Driving Week, the Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada reminds...

The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will make an announcement to support visible minority newcomer women.  He will be joined by the Honourable Maryam Monsef, Minister of Status of Women, and the Honourable...

The governments of Canada and British Columbia and the Ktunaxa Nation signed a new agreement that will significantly advance reconciliation and treaty negotiations. Kathryn Teneese, Chair of the Ktunaxa Nation Council, the Honourable Carolyn Bennett,...

Canadians, tourists and businesses benefit from safe and well-maintained airports. From visiting friends and family, to travelling to medical appointments, or getting goods to market, we rely on our local airports to support and sustain vibrant...

The following is a statement from Teamsters General President Jim Hoffa about the agreement reached this week between the U.S. and China to put additional tariffs on hold while negotiating a solution to the ongoing trade imbalance between the two...

In response to the humanitarian crisis at the Tijuana border where over 5,000 central American migrants are in dire need of shelter, clothing, food, and legal representation, a coalition including representatives from Curacao Foundation, El Rescate...

Lynx Technology Partners (Lynx), one of Inc. Magazine's fastest-growing private companies and ranked among the top US security companies for consecutive years, will become a National Underwriter of the National Technology Security Coalition (NTSC) in...

The Government of Canada is working to create a truly accessible Canada. Today, as part of these efforts, the Honourable Carla Qualtrough, Minister of Public Services and Procurement and Accessibility, along with the ministers of Justice, Foreign...

Following the non-renewal of an agreement between the Town of Mount Royal and the borough of Côte-des-Neiges?Notre-Dame-de-Grâce concerning the Glenmount sector, the Leader of Montréal's Official Opposition and City Councillor for the Darlington...

Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) and Transport Canada (TC) will hold a phone-in media availability about the recent peer-review meeting on North Atlantic right whales. DFO and TC officials will be available to answer questions on the latest...

Electors in Leeds-Grenville-Thousand Islands and Rideau Lakes (Ontario) are heading to the polls today. Electors must vote at their assigned polling place. To find out where to vote, electors can visit elections.ca or call 1-800-463-6868. They can...