Strengthened Inshore Rescue
Since 2013, the Canadian Coast Guard has operated an Inshore Rescue Boat (IRB) facility on a seasonal basis at HMCS Discovery, a Royal Canadian Naval Reserve facility located on the shore of Vancouver Harbour. Established in the 1970s, CCG's IRB program provides search and rescue coverage in key areas – including major metropolitan harbours – during peak times in the recreational boating season.
The Honourable Greg Rickford, Canada's Minister of Natural Resources and Minister for the Federal Economic Development Initiative for Northern Ontario (FedNor), announced today an investment in support of small business development and growth in the Red Lake and Ear Falls region.
Media representatives are advised that the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Public Works and Government Services, will make an announcement related to wildlife habitat.
Today, the Honourable Gary Goodyear, Minister of the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), and Brad Butt, Member of Parliament for Mississauga-Streetsville, announced that Therapure Biopharma Inc., a Canadian-based manufacturing firm specializing in biotechnology, will receive $20 million under the Advanced Manufacturing Fund (AMF). The AMF promotes continued growth of Ontario's advanced manufacturing sector by supporting large-scale, transformative manufacturing activities.
It is truly a great day to be at Therapure Biopharma today. As Minister Goodyear noted, our Government is dedicated to supporting Canada's manufacturers and businesses like Therapure.
OTTAWA - The soldiers and band of the Ceremonial Guard of the Canadian Armed Forces will host the 19th annual Fortissimo on Parliament Hill, at 7:30 p.m. each evening from July 23 to 25.
Event date: July 24, 2015-The Honourable Gary Goodyear, Minister of State for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, and the Honourable Michael Gravelle, Ontario Minister of Northern Development and Mines, accompanied by Brian Hayes, MP for Sault Ste. Marie, and David Orazietti, MPP for Sault Ste. Marie, will announce support for a project that will benefit the regional economy.
Over the last couple of years, the Municipality of the District of Barrington has seen an increase in the number of visitors to the area who have come to relax and enjoy the local fishing villages, museums, white sandy beaches and culinary delights. Attracting tourists by offering enriching coastal experiences is important to the economic vitality of rural seaside communities.
Phil McColeman, Member of Parliament for Brant, on behalf of the Honourable Bernard Valcourt, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development, today announced support to the Six Nations Polytechnic, for programs designed and delivered to prepare First Nation youth with the skills and training needed to join the labour market.
