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2025

Investing across Canada to build safe and strong communities [2025-08-18]
Federal government partners with Fredericton to strength urban infrastructure against the impacts of climate change [2025-07-29]
Canada’s first four offshore wind energy areas have been designated on Nova Scotia’s offshore [2025-07-29]
Government of Canada Invests in Renewable Energy, Carbon Capture and Grid Modernization in the Maritimes [2025-07-11]
Federal government invests in active transportation in Abegweit First Nation [2025-07-11]
The Government of Canada invests in protecting Mahone Bay’s coastline [2025-07-04]
Government of Canada Enhances Safety and Strengthens Local Fisheries by Reconstructing Torbay Wharf [2025-06-27]
Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador Move to Unlock Economic Potential of Offshore Wind [2025-06-02]
The Governments of Canada and Nova Scotia finalize a ten-year agreement to get more homes built [2025-05-23]
Minister Thompson announces over $26.8 million for water infrastructure in Torbay, Newfoundland and Labrador [2025-03-21]
Federal government invests more than $10.1 million in community and housing enabling infrastructure in Memramcook [2025-03-21]
Canada Invests in Nova Scotia’s Local Mass Timber Industry [2025-03-20]
Federal government announces $6.3 million for infrastructure to support more housing in Lantz [2025-03-20]
Ensuring long-term predictable public transit funding for the Prince Edward Island capital area with over $2.8 million through the Canada Public Transit Fund [2025-03-13]
The Government of Canada invests more than $8.29 million in Fredericton’s public transit infrastructure [2025-03-10]
The Government of Canada invests in community infrastructure in New Brunswick [2025-03-06]
Government of Canada and Province of Nova Scotia fund improvements to infrastructure, innovation and science partnerships in the fish and seafood sector [2025-03-06]
The Government of Canada and the Province of New Brunswick announce more than $13.3 million in funding to support innovation and sustainability in the fisheries sector [2025-03-06]
Federal government invests in transit and urban treescapes in Saint John [2025-03-06]
Federal government invests in a new active transportation trail and shoreline protection in Mahone Bay [2025-03-06]
Government of Canada invests in rural public transit in Prince Edward Island’s Kings County [2025-03-05]
The Government of Canada and New Brunswick invest in housing enabling infrastructure [2025-03-03]
Ensuring long-term predictable public transit funding for the Halifax Regional Municipality with over $55 million through the Canada Public Transit Fund [2025-03-03]
New Investments to Help New Brunswickers Reduce Energy Costs and Stay Warm [2025-02-28]
Governments and First Nations Partners Announce Progress on Ambitious Clean Energy Collaboration in Prince Edward Island [2025-02-21]
Government of Canada Joins Global Efforts to Accelerate the Deployment of Offshore Wind and Help Power Canada’s Economy [2025-02-13]
Greening the Diesel-Powered Industry in Newfoundland and Labrador [2025-02-12]
Building more homes faster in PEI with $86.2 million for critical housing enabling infrastructure. [2025-02-11]
The Government of Canada invests in port infrastructure for Atlantic Canada [2025-02-05]
Government of Canada and Nova Scotia Moving Forward to Seize the Enormous Economic Opportunities of Offshore Wind [2025-01-31]
Canada Invests in Climate Change Adaptation to Keep Communities Safe in Atlantic Canada [2025-01-17]

2024

The federal government, the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, and the City of St. John’s invest in public transit upgrades [2024-12-19]
Canada Invests in Clean Energy and Critical Minerals at Mineral Resources Review 2024 Conference [2024-11-06]
The Government of Canada invests in a clean economy for Nova Scotia [2024-10-25]
Transit investments in Cape Breton Regional Municipality [2024-10-16]
Federal government transfers more than $16 million through the Canada Community-Building Fund to Newfoundland and Labrador [2024-10-02]
Investing in public transportation in the Annapolis Valley [2024-10-01]
Investing in active transportation infrastructure in Lower Sackville [2024-09-21]
Canada Invests in Net Zero Atlantic to Create Jobs and Support Clean Energy for Atlantic Canadians [2024-09-15]
Federal government and partners invest in Prince Edward Island’s public transportation [2024-09-12]
Federal government transfers more than $30 million through the Canada Community-Building Fund to Nova Scotia [2024-08-29]
The Government of Canada invests $74 million in Nova Scotia small craft harbours [2024-08-07]
The Government of Canada invests $74 million in Nova Scotia small craft harbours [2024-07-22]
Canada invests $101 million in Newfoundland and Labrador small craft harbours and search and rescue capacity [2024-07-21]
Government of Canada Invests in Antigonish’s Electrical Grid Modernization to Support Goal of 100% Clean Energy [2024-07-02]
Happy Valley-Goose Bay on the road to a new public transit system [2024-05-13]
Government of Canada officially opens state-of-the-art ocean research facility; powered by green technology [2024-05-13]
Federal Investment for New EV Chargers Across Prince Edward Island [2024-05-10]
Culture rhymes with infrastructure at the New Brunswick Museum [2024-03-25]
Federal government, Nova Scotia and municipal partners increase capacity to manage sewage in Colchester County [2024-03-22]
Government of Canada to adjust temporary measures under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program Workforce Solutions Road Map [2024-03-21]
Federal government, Nova Scotia and the Halifax Regional Municipality invest in greenhouse gas reduction [2024-03-21]
Investments paving the way to road and highway upgrades across Newfoundland and Labrador [2024-03-15]
Inverness to get active transportation infrastructure [2024-03-12]
Cutting the ribbon on the largest battery energy storage system in New Brunswick [2024-03-11]
Helping New Brunswickers reduce energy costs, cut pollution [2024-03-11]
Federal Investment to Deliver 56 New EV Chargers across Halifax [2024-01-16]

2023

Government of Canada Announces Launch of Strengthened Heat Pump Program With Newfoundland and Labrador to Lower Energy Bills and Pollution [2023-12-22]
The governments of Canada, Nova Scotia and Cape Breton Regional Municipality invest in a greener transit facility and new electric buses [2023-11-15]
Governments of Canada, Nova Scotia and New Brunswick Show Progress Toward Phasing Out Coal by 2030 and Expanding Their Clean, Reliable and Affordable Electricity Grids [2023-10-16]
Government of Canada Announces $19 Million to Support Electricity Modernization in P.E.I. [2023-09-29]
Canada invests in green retrofits for the Parker Street Food & Furniture Bank in Halifax [2023-09-29]
The governments of Canada and Nova Scotia invest in cleaner public transit [2023-09-22]
The Government of Canada and Channel-Port aux Basques invest in energy efficiency upgrades at Bruce II Sports Centre [2023-08-14]
The governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island invest in the expansion and electrification of public transit in Charlottetown [2023-08-02]
The governments of Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador and the City of St. John’s invest in public and active transit [2023-07-18]
The governments of Canada, Nova Scotia and Bayside Development Corporation invest in green energy upgrades to the Bayside Travel Centre in Paqtnkek Mi’kmaw Nation [2023-07-11]
Central P.E.I will benefit from investments to boost quality of life in rural communities [2023-07-10]
Cutting pollution and making life more affordable: Government of Canada investing up to $62.7 million to switch to cleaner energy in New Brunswick [2023-06-30]
Cutting pollution and making life more affordable: Government of Canada investing up to $87 million to switch to cleaner energy in Newfoundland and Labrador [2023-06-29]
Cutting pollution and making life more affordable: Government of Canada announces $48.7 million to switch to cleaner energy in Prince Edward Island [2023-06-27]
Government of Canada establishes task force on sustainable tidal energy in the Bay of Fundy [2023-06-20]
Government of Canada invests over $11.6 million to support PEI National Park rehabilitation and repairs following Hurricane Fiona in preparation for the 2023 visitor season [2023-06-09]
Government of Canada Announces Support to Grow the Newfoundland and Labrador Clean Fuels Sector and Create Middle-Class Jobs [2023-05-31]
Building Offshore Renewables in Newfoundland and Labrador and Nova Scotia [2023-05-30]
Canada and Prince Edward Island partner to invest in active transportation corridors across the province [2023-05-24]
Canada and Nova Scotia invest in new water and wastewater infrastructure in Kentville [2023-05-19]
Canada invests in active transportation projects across New Brunswick [2023-05-11]
Canada and New Brunswick invest in drinking water and wastewater infrastructure improvements in St. Stephen and Nackawic-Millville [2023-05-08]
Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador invest in public transit infrastructure in St. John’s [2023-04-28]
The governments of Canada and Nova Scotia invest in upgrading drinking water and wastewater infrastructure in four communities [2023-04-25]
Government of Canada announces funding to improve trade activities in Annapolis Valley First Nation and in King’s County [2023-04-17]
Canada, Nova Scotia and Inverness County invest in new wastewater treatment facility and water distribution systems upgrades [2023-03-17]
Canada Meets Its Francophone Immigration Target in 2022 [2023-01-23]
Canada invests in rural public transit development in Northeastern New Brunswick and launches second intake for the Rural Transit Solutions Fund [2023-01-20]

2022

Government of Canada invests up to $31 million to bring high-speed Internet access to over 4,700 households in Nova Scotia [2022-12-19]
A New Centre for Innovation in Francophone Immigration in Dieppe [2022-11-10]
Minister O’Regan Highlights Investments in Skills for a Net-Zero Economy [2022-11-09]
Government of Canada and Cement Association of Canada launch Roadmap to Net-Zero Carbon Concrete by 2050 [2022-11-09]
MP Battiste Announces Over $1.3 million to Unlock Clean Geothermal Energy in Nova Scotia, Highlights Clean Investments in Fall Economic Statement [2022-11-09]
Governments of Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador invest over $230,000 to bring high-speed Internet to more than 650 households in Wabush and Labrador City [2022-10-18]
The Government of Canada is investing in new active transportation infrastructure in Logy Bay-Middle Cove-Outer Cove [2022-10-14]
Canadian tourism ministers continue to engage to collaboratively support the sector [2022-10-13]
MP Fisher Announces $3.7 Million for Clean Energy and Equity Network in Nova Scotia [2022-10-13]
A stronger immigration system that better serves newcomers [2022-09-01]
Government of Canada announces new partnership to create at least 5,200 more apprenticeships in Atlantic Canada [2022-08-26]
Government of Canada invests in foundational skills training and support for workers on Prince Edward Island [2022-08-25]
Government of Canada invests in foundational skills training for workers in Nova Scotia [2022-08-24]
Residents in Memramcook to benefit from pathway rehabilitation to stay active [2022-08-18]
Canada and Prince Edward Island invest in road upgrades across the province [2022-08-12]
Truro residents to benefit from revitalized local recreational infrastructure [2022-08-12]
New multipurpose community centre to benefit families, youth and seniors in Glace Bay [2022-08-11]
Congrès mondial acadien 2024: Government of Canada provides $4.6 million [2022-08-10]
Expanded deCoste Centre will offer Pictou County residents better access to cultural and community programming [2022-08-02]
Backgrounder: Update to the Atlantic Trade and Investment Growth Strategy and renewal of the Atlantic Trade and Investment Growth Agreement. [2022-07-25]
Atlantic Canada Federal Ministers and Premiers to hold media availability following Atlantic Growth Strategy Leadership Committee Meeting [2022-07-22]
Minister Wilkinson Outlines Process to Create Sustainable Jobs in Atlantic Canada Ahead of Energy and Mines Ministers’ Conference [2022-07-05]
Eskasoni First Nation receives funding for green energy infrastructure improvements [2022-06-27]
New EV Chargers Coming to New Brunswick [2022-06-09]
Government of Canada invests $55 million to bring high-speed Internet to nearly 11,000 households throughout New Brunswick [2022-06-03]
Every home in Prince Edward Island to get connected to high-speed Internet thanks to federal-provincial partnership [2022-06-02]
More Nova Scotia families will have access to licensed early learning and child care [2022-06-01]
Government of Canada helps to address health and social inequities in Atlantic Canada [2022-05-26]
Government of Canada invests $2.4 million for crime prevention project in New Brunswick [2022-05-26]
Government of Canada invests in two projects to increase the supply chain efficiency for Canadian shippers in New Brunswick [2022-05-25]
Canada and FCM support strengthened asset management in Nova Scotia communities [2022-05-12]
Canada and FCM support strengthened asset management in Newfoundland and Labrador communities [2022-05-10]
New EV Chargers Coming to Newfoundland and Labrador [2022-05-05]
50% child care fee reduction for families in New Brunswick [2022-04-25]
Government of Canada Investing $300 Million in Clean Energy Projects in Indigenous, Rural and Remote Communities [2022-04-25]
Canada and Prince Edward Island invest in new water and wastewater infrastructure for three communities in Prince County [2022-04-22]
Government of Canada invests over $1,075,000 to bring high-speed Internet to more than 625 households in Newfoundland and Labrador [2022-04-22]
The Government of Canada supports Nova Scotia organizations in keeping water clean and protecting key ecosystems [2022-04-21]
The Government of Canada supports New Brunswick organizations in keeping water clean and protecting key ecosystems [2022-04-21]
Canada and Nova Scotia Announce Intent to Expand the Mandate of Offshore Energy Regime to Support the Transition to a Clean Economy and Create Sustainable Jobs [2022-04-11]
Government Accepts Agency's Recommendation on Bay du Nord Development Project, Subject to the Strongest Environmental GHG Condition Ever [2022-04-06]
Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador Announce Intent to Expand the Mandate of Offshore Energy Regime to Support the Transition to a Clean Economy and Create Sustainable Jobs [2022-04-05]
Canada and France reach agreement with total allowable catch rollover of 3Ps cod fishery [2022-04-05]
New EV Chargers Coming to New Brunswick [2022-03-29]
Government of Canada and Government of Newfoundland and Labrador invest over $22 million to bring high-speed Internet to more than 1,000 households in Labrador [2022-03-24]
Government of Canada helps Cape Breton University build local tourism sector through enhanced training [2022-03-17]
The Government of Canada and Maritime provinces put patients first with new investment [2022-03-17]
Skills training program to support diverse youth population [2022-03-14]
Supporting Growth and Resilience in PEI’s Agri-Food Sector [2022-03-11]
Clean Power Roadmap for Atlantic Canada Unveils Collective Vision for Interconnected Power Grid [2022-03-11]
Investing in Training and Infrastructure for PEI’s Bioscience Sector [2022-03-10]
Preparing PEI’s labour force for the future [2022-03-09]
Government of Canada supports St. John's International Airport with new funding for critical infrastructure projects [2022-03-08]
Government of Canada invests in safety at Charlottetown Airport [2022-03-08]
Government of Canada invests in a new Port of Halifax container facility to improve trade [2022-03-07]
Launching the Atlantic Immigration Program to drive economic growth and attract skilled workers [2022-03-04]
Government of Canada invests in safety at Saint John Airport [2022-03-01]
Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador invest in recreation, green, rural and public transit infrastructure [2022-02-28]
Government of Canada invests in safety at airports in Newfoundland and Labrador [2022-02-23]
Government of Canada supports Halifax International Airport with new funding for critical infrastructure projects [2022-02-23]
Newfoundlanders and Labradorians to benefit from historic $136 million plan to connect all remaining rural households in the province to high-speed Internet [2022-02-21]
Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador Sign Financial Restructuring Term Sheets for the Lower Churchill Projects [2022-02-14]
Canada and FCM invest in stronger asset management in Nova Scotia communities [2022-02-08]
Canada and FCM invest in stronger asset management in Newfoundland and Labrador communities [2022-02-04]

2021

Permanent Atlantic Immigration Program to attract workers and drive economic growth [2021-12-17]
Government of Canada Announces New Resources to Strengthen Adaptation and Resilience to Climate Change in the Atlantic Provinces [2021-12-17]
Government of Canada makes major investment in Atlantic Canada’s biomanufacturing sector [2021-11-18]
Securing a strong future for Newfoundland and Labrador [2021-07-28]

ACOA news releases

Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency News Releases

Infographics

Accelerating the growth of Atlantic Canada's economy (2023)
Atlantic Growth Strategy – Six years of results (2022)
ATIGS and ATIGA Results Summary 2022
Working for Atlantic Canadians since July 2016 (2020)
Atlantic Growth Strategy – Year 2 Results (2019)
Atlantic Immigration Program – A step-by-step guide

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Leadership Committee News Releases & Photos

News release: July 18, 2023, Leadership Committee meeting
Photo album: July 18, 2023
News release: July 25, 2022, Leadership Committee meeting
Photo album: July 25, 2022
Press Conference - Transcript: July 25, 2022
News release: March 1, 2019, Leadership Committee meeting
Photo album: March 1, 2019
News release: July 10, 2018, Leadership Committee meeting
Photo album: July 10, 2018
News release: February 20, 2018, Leadership Committee meeting
Photo album: February 20, 2018
News release: July 11, 2017, Leadership Committee meeting
Photo album: July 11, 2017
News release: January 27, 2017, Leadership Committee meeting
Photo album: January 27, 2017
News release: July 4, 2016, Leadership Committee meeting
Photo album: July 4, 2016

Videos

Atlantic Growth Strategy Leadership Committee meeting - March 2019 [2019-03-01]

The Honourable Ahmed Hussen announces extension Immigration Pilot extension [2019-03-01]

The Honourable Stephen McNeil announces Clean Power Roadmap [2019-03-01]

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