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The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, will participate in a chat organized by the Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan Montreal. The Minister will discuss Canada-U.S. relations, tariff threats, and how Canada can adapt and innovate to address these challenges.
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2SLGBTQI+ entrepreneurs are a driving force in Canada’s economy, with over 100,000 2SLGBTQI+-owned businesses employing more than 435,000 Canadians and generating over $22 billion in economic activity. Yet, they continue to face systemic barriers in starting and growing their businesses. In response to these challenges, the federal government worked with the 2SLGBTQI+ community to co-create Canada’s first-ever 2SLGBTQI+ Entrepreneurship Program to foster an inclusive, diverse and resilient economy.
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The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, will take part in an armchair discussion hosted by the Regroupement des Chambres de commerce de la Mauricie and the Chambre de commerce et d’industrie du Cœur-du-Québec.
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The Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Small Business, along with the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, will announce the recipients of the second round of funding under the 2SLGBTQI+ Entrepreneurship Program Ecosystem Fund, including in Quebec.
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The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, will be joined by the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, at a chat organized by the Chambre de commerce de Matane.
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Francis Drouin, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, will speak at Canadian Agri-Food and Automation Intelligence Network's (CAAIN) Exploring Canada's Role in Global Agriculture – An Evening with Weekes & McConnell event.
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Canada’s researchers, businesses and institutions are at the forefront of the genomics revolution, unlocking the potential of this transformative science to drive innovation across industries, address global challenges and improve quality of life. Genomics is the science that aims to decipher and understand the entire genetic information of an organism. Recognizing the critical role of genomics in creating a more sustainable and prosperous future, the Government of Canada is taking significant steps to enhance Canada’s global leadership in this field.
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Black Canadian business owners and entrepreneurs play a vital role in Canada’s economy, yet they continue to face systemic barriers when it comes to starting and growing their businesses.