Minister Vandal to speak about Budget 2021 investments for finishing the fight against COVID-19 and building back better in the North  

Ottawa, Ontario — Please be advised that the Minister of Northern Affairs, the Honourable Daniel Vandal, the Minister of Finance (Minister of Industry, Tourism and Investment, Minister Responsible for Status of Women), the Honourable Caroline Wawzonek, and the Member of Parliament for Northwest Territories, Michael McLeod, will participate in a media availability to highlight Budget 2021 investments for finishing the fight against COVID-19 and building back better in the North, including supports for small businesses and tourism, following a roundtable meeting with Northwest Territories partners and stakeholders.

Members of the media are invited to ask questions via Zoom. Journalists who would like to participate in the media availability should notify RCAANC.media.CIRNAC@canada.ca.

Date: April 23, 2021

Time: 1:30 p.m. to 1:50 p.m. EDT