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Tribute to Veterans
July 7, 2012
OTTAWA, ONTARIO -- (Marketwire) -- 07/07/12 -- More than 300 Veterans and their families gathered today for the 2012 Tribute to Veterans in Ottawa. The event started off with a motorcycle parade from La Cite Collegiale in Ottawa to the National War Memorial to pay tribute to all those who have served and lost their lives."I am so proud that the members of Veterans UN-NATO Canada have undertaken this unique tribute to those who have gone before them and to their comrades," said Minister Blaney. "Their camaraderie and sense of family are inspiring."The 2012 tribute is organ [...]
Media Advisory: Parliamentary Secretary Alexander to Make Important Announcement on Canada’s Development Commitments in Afghanistan
July 7, 2012
OTTAWA, ONTARIO -- (Marketwire) -- 07/07/12 -- Chris Alexander, Parliamentary Secretary for National Defence, on behalf of the Honourable Julian Fantino, Minister of International Cooperation, is attending the Tokyo Conference on Afghanistan, to discuss international development efforts in Afghanistan for the next decade.As part of his trip, Mr. Alexander will make an important announcement about Canada's post-2014 development commitments to the people of Afghanistan, with a focus on the advancement of the rights of women and girls in Afghanistan.Mr. Alexander will hold a media teleconferenc [...]
Ministers Toews and Kenney Commend Canada Border Services Agency for Preventing Human Smuggling
July 6, 2012
OTTAWA, ONTARIO -- (Marketwire) -- 07/06/12 -- The Honourable Vic Toews, Minister of Public Safety, and the Honourable Jason Kenney, Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism, made the following statement on the sentencing of Mikael Jim Prone. He was sentenced today in Vancouver to 48 months, with credit for eight months served, on charges under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act, including one count of human smuggling and other counts related to possessing, importing, exporting or dealing in documentation used to establish a person's identity."Human smuggling is [...]
Minister Paradis to Promote World-Class Canadian Aerospace Sector at Farnborough International Airshow 2012
July 6, 2012
OTTAWA, ONTARIO -- (Marketwire) -- 07/06/12 -- The Honourable Christian Paradis, Minister of Industry, will be in Farnborough, England, from July 8 to 10, heading the Canadian delegation at Farnborough International Airshow 2012. Attended by companies from around the world, this biennial airshow is the global aerospace and aviation industry's flagship event."The Canadian aerospace industry is a cornerstone of our economy, driving economic growth and creating jobs and long-term prosperity across the country" said Minister Paradis. "That's why we are continuously working to set [...]
Harper Government Takes Action to Improve Community Facilities in Alberta
July 5, 2012
Minister Yelich Launches the Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund in the West [...]
Harper Government Takes Action to Improve Community Facilities in Manitoba
July 5, 2012
Minister Yelich Launches the Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund in the West [...]
Harper Government Takes Action to Improve Community Facilities in British Columbia
July 5, 2012
Minister Yelich Launches the Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund in the West [...]
Harper Government Takes Action to Improve Community Facilities Across the Country
July 5, 2012
Minister Yelich Launches the Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund in the West [...]
Media Advisory: Government of Canada Recognizes SFN Biosystems Inc. of Calgary as a Canadian Innovation Leader
July 5, 2012
CALGARY, ALBERTA -- (Marketwire) -- 07/05/12 -- SFN Biosystems Inc. has developed a new method of converting greenhouse gas emissions from natural gas compressors into reusable energy and products. For this, the company will be recognized by the Honourable Gary Goodyear, Minister of State for Science and Technology, as a Canadian innovation leader.There will be a tour of SFN Biosystems Inc.'s algal biomass prodcution facility.Contacts:
Media Relations
National Research Council of Canada
613-991-1431
1-855-282-1637
Michele-Jamali Paquette
Director of Communications
Office of the Honourable [...]
Harper Government Invests in Community Facilities Across the Country
July 5, 2012
QUEBEC, QUEBEC -- (Marketwire) -- 07/05/12 -- Today during a press conference in Quebec City, the Honourable Denis Lebel, Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities and Minister of the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec, announced that community facilities, such as community centres, recreational facilities and other types of community infrastructure are now eligible for repairs and upgrades thanks to the launch of the new Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund (CIIF)."Ensuring the well-being of communities continues to be a Harper Government p [...]
Harper Government Announces Greater Choice of Local Telephone Service for Rural Canadians
July 5, 2012
OTTAWA, ONTARIO -- (Marketwire) -- 07/05/12 -- Today, the Honourable Christian Paradis, Minister of Industry and Minister of State (Agriculture), announced that the Harper Government will uphold a Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) decision to eliminate monopoly phone services in Canada."Our Government's policy has always been to encourage competition, foster reliance on market forces and ensure consumer choice," said Minister Paradis. "The CRTC's decision will give rural Canadians access to greater choice over local telephone service."Prev [...]
Commission Redraws the Federal Electoral Map of Alberta
July 5, 2012
CALGARY, ALBERTA -- (Marketwire) -- 07/05/12 -- The Federal Electoral Boundaries Commission for Alberta has proposed a new electoral map for consideration at public hearings this fall. Alberta will gain six electoral districts as a result of the increase in its population from 2,974,807 in 2001 to 3,645,257, as captured in the 2011 census.The Commission's proposal ensures that all residents of Alberta can be effectively represented with this new configuration. The Commission proposes one new electoral district in northern Alberta, two new electoral districts in and around the City of Edmonton [...]
CFIA/Allergy Alert: Healthy Times Brand Brown Rice Cereal for Baby May Contain Undeclared Wheat and Gluten
July 4, 2012
OTTAWA, ONTARIO -- (Marketwire) -- 07/04/12 -- Audio clips available at .The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is warning people with allergies to wheat and sensitivities to gluten not to consume the Healthy Times brand Brown Rice Cereal for Baby described below. The affected product may contain wheat or gluten which is not declared on the label.This allergy alert was initially issued on July 26, 2011. The CFIA is re-issuing this alert as affected product may still be in the marketplace.The affected product, Healthy Times brand Brown Rice Cereal for Baby, product of USA, is sold in 6 oz [...]
Minister MacKay Meets With British Secretary of State for Defence
July 4, 2012
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM -- (Marketwire) -- 07/04/12 -- The Honourable Peter MacKay, Minister of National Defence, met today with the Right Honourable Philip Hammond, the British Secretary of State for Defence, to discuss ways in which the two countries can cooperate more closely on defence issues."In today's international security environment, Canada and the United Kingdom face many of the same security goals and challenges," said Minister MacKay. "Our partnerships in Afghanistan and, most recently, in Libya, are a clear demonstration of how our countries continue to work toget [...]
Registered Political Parties Submit 2011 Financial Returns
July 4, 2012
OTTAWA, ONTARIO -- (Marketwire) -- 07/04/12 -- The deadline for registered parties to file financial transactions returns for 2011 was midnight, July 3, 2012. These returns are reports on contributions, loans, transfers, by-election expenses and unpaid claims. are also included with the returns.The Chief Electoral Officer of Canada may grant a deadline extension if a political party applies for one before the . As of July 3, 2012, the following political parties have applied for and been granted an extension:- Canadian Action Party- First Peoples National Party of Canada- Marijuana Party- Ne [...]
Media Advisory: Western Economic Diversification Canada
July 4, 2012
KENASTON, SASKATCHEWAN -- (Marketwire) -- 07/04/12 -- The Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification will make an important announcement.Minister Yelich will be available for a photo opportunity and to answer questions from the media following the announcement.Please note that all details are subject to change. All times are local.Contacts:
Media only:
Nicholas Insley
Office of the Minister
Western Economic Diversification
613-954-1042
Event logistics only:
Joanne Mysak, Regional Communications Manager
Western Economic Diversification Canada
Saskatoon, [...]
Competition Bureau Completes Review of Proposed Maple-TMX Transaction
July 4, 2012
OTTAWA, ONTARIO -- (Marketwire) -- 07/04/12 -- Melanie Aitken, Commissioner of Competition, today released the following statement:"Following an extensive review of Maple Group's bid to acquire TMX Group, as well as Alpha Group and Canadian Depository Services (CDS), in light of the Ontario Securities Commission's (OSC) recognition orders as finalized today, the Competition Bureau does not, at this time, intend to make an application to the Competition Tribunal to challenge the proposed transactions.The Bureau previously communicated to Maple its serious concerns with the proposed transa [...]
Public Safety Minister Toews Announces Appointments to the Parole Board of Canada
July 4, 2012
OTTAWA, ONTARIO -- (Marketwire) -- 07/04/12 -- The Honourable Vic Toews, Minister of Public Safety, today announced six appointments and one reappointment to the Parole Board of Canada."I am pleased to make today's announcement. Our Government is committed to ensuring appointments to the Parole Board of Canada are based on merit and ability," said Minister Toews. "As an independent decision-making tribunal, the Board plays a significant role in contributing to the safety of our communities and it is imperative that highly qualified and committed people be appointed."Quebe [...]
Government of Canada Takes Action to Protect Temporary Foreign Workers
July 4, 2012
TORONTO, ONTARIO and CALGARY, ALBERTA -- (Marketwire) -- 07/04/12 -- The Government of Canada is taking action to protect vulnerable foreign workers from the risk of abuse and exploitation in sex trade related businesses. Significant new measures were announced today by the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, and the Honourable Jason Kenney, Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism."Our government is committed to protecting all workers from abuse, exploitation and demeaning work," said Minister Finley. "Through collabora [...]
Registered Political Parties Receive Second Quarter Allowances
July 4, 2012
OTTAWA, ONTARIO -- (Marketwire) -- 07/04/12 -- - Registered political party second quarter have been paid. These allowances are based on the results of the 41st general election of May 2, 2011.- Registered political parties that meet in a general election are eligible to receive quarterly allowances.- The current annual allowance is $1.53 per valid vote. This annual allowance is paid in quarterly instalments.- Pursuant to the Canada Elections Act, the .Quarterly Allowance for the Period April 1, 2012 to June 30, 2012Vote. Shape your world.Elections Canada is an independent body set up by Pa [...]
Media Advisory/REMINDER: Human Resources and Skills Development Canada
July 4, 2012
TORONTO, ONTARIO -- (Marketwire) -- 07/04/12 -- The Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will make an important announcement.Minister Finley will be available to answer questions from the media following the announcement.Please note that all details are subject to change. All times are local.Contacts:
Marian Ngo
Office of Minister Finley
819-994-2482
Media Relations Office
Human Resources and Skills Development Canada
819-994-5559 [...]
Expanded Health Hazard Alert: Certain Alkanater Brand Tahina May Contain Salmonella Bacteria
July 3, 2012
OTTAWA, ONTARIO -- (Marketwire) -- 07/03/12 -- Product photos are available atThe public warning issued on June 26, 2012 has been expanded to include additional codes.The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) and Phoenicia Group Inc. are warning the public not to consume Alkanater brand Tahina, described below, because the product may be contaminated with Salmonella.The affected product, Alkanater brand Tahina, is sold in 454 g containers bearing the UPC 6 92551 00002 0, lot code TT3N-260112 and codes PRO: 26/01/2012 and EXP: 25/01/2014.This product has been distributed in Alberta, British C [...]
The Harper Government Clarifies Record Keeping Requirements for Non-Restricted Firearms
July 3, 2012
OTTAWA, ONTARIO -- (Marketwire) -- 07/03/12 -- Today, the Honourable Vic Toews, Minister of Public Safety, and Candice Hoeppner, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Public Safety announced that the Firearms Information Regulations (Non-Restricted Firearms) have come into force."Our government made a commitment to Canadians to end the long-gun registry once and for all and that is what we did with the Ending the Long-gun Registry Act (Bill C-19)" said Minister Toews. "These regulations will ensure that the will of Parliament is upheld and that a long-gun registry is not r [...]
Commission Redraws the Federal Electoral Map of British Columbia
July 3, 2012
VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA -- (Marketwire) -- 07/03/12 -- The Federal Electoral Boundaries Commission for British Columbia has proposed a new electoral map for consideration at public hearings taking place this fall. British Columbia is gaining six electoral districts as a result of the increase in its population.The proposal takes into account British Columbia's increase in population from 3,907,738 in 2001 to 4,400,057, as captured in the 2011 census."High population growth was noted between the North Shore and Chilliwack, on Vancouver Island, in the Okanagan as well as in the Kamloop [...]
Minister Toews Commends Arrest of "Wanted by the CBSA" Individual
July 3, 2012
OTTAWA, ONTARIO -- (Marketwire) -- 07/03/12 -- The Honourable Vic Toews, Minister of Public Safety, commended the Service de police de la Ville de Montreal and Canada Border Services Agency today on the arrest of Mohamed Ratni, in Montreal."This individual is wanted for violation of human or international rights under the Crimes Against Humanity and War Crimes Act or under international law. His arrest signals our government's ongoing commitment to protecting Canadians and the safety of our communities", said Minister Toews."With the cooperation of police departments across the [...]
HMCS Regina Departs for the Arabian Sea Region
July 3, 2012
ESQUIMALT, BRITISH COLUMBIA -- (Marketwire) -- 07/03/12 -- Her Majesty's Canadian Ship (HMCS) Regina departs Esquimalt today at 11 a.m. for the Arabian Sea region. HMCS Regina will replace HMCS Charlottetown on Operation Artemis, Canada's contribution to Combined Task Force 150 (CTF 150) to conduct maritime security operations in the Arabian Sea region."HMCS Regina's deployment to the Arabian Sea demonstrates the steadfast commitment of Canada to international maritime security," said the Honourable Peter MacKay, Minister of National Defence. "Our sailors have done excellent w [...]
Media Advisory: Human Resources and Skills Development Canada
July 3, 2012
TORONTO, ONTARIO -- (Marketwire) -- 07/03/12 -- The Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will make an important announcement.Minister Finley will be available to answer questions from the media following the announcement.Please note that all details are subject to change. All times are local.Contacts:
Marian Ngo
Office of Minister Finley
819-994-2482
Media Relations Office
Human Resources and Skills Development Canada
819-994-5559 [...]
The Canadian Forces, Sunnybrook Hospital, and the University of Toronto Appoint the Major Banting Military Trauma Research Chair
July 3, 2012
TORONTO, ONTARIO -- (Marketwire) -- 07/03/12 -- In a ceremony held today at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, Mr. Chris Alexander, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of National Defence, presented Colonel Homer Tien, a Canadian military trauma surgeon, with the Canadian Forces Major Sir Frederick Banting Term Chair in Military Trauma Research."Our government is committed to providing the highest possible care for ill and injured members of the Canadian Forces," said Mr. Alexander. "That commitment extends to supporting our leaders in the medical field. I am very proud th [...]
Harper Government Says No to Fees on Memory Cards
July 3, 2012
OTTAWA, ONTARIO -- (Marketwire) -- 07/03/12 -- The Honourable Christian Paradis, Minister of Industry, today announced that the Harper Government will put in place regulations exempting microSD memory cards from copyright levies."Our government is committed to building a strong and vibrant Canadian digital economy, the cornerstone of which must be the widespread adoption of cutting-edge digital technologies," said Minister Paradis. "Placing a new fee on devices with removable memory cards, such as BlackBerrys and smart phones, would increase costs for Canadian families and imp [...]
Harper Government Announces Additional Assistance to Manitoba for 2011 Spring Flooding
July 3, 2012
WINNIPEG, MANITOBA -- (Marketwire) -- 07/03/12 -- The Honourable Vic Toews, Canada's Minister of Public Safety, today announced an additional $50 million in federal funding under the program for response and recovery costs incurred by the Province of Manitoba related to the 2011 spring flood. This second payment brings the federal contribution for the 2011 spring flood to $100 million thus far. The initial $50 million payment was made in November 2011."This second payment of $50 million to the Province of Manitoba underscores our Government's commitment to helping Canadians and their co [...]
