The Honourable Lisa Raitt, Minister of Transport, today announced an investment of up to $500,000 to the Cape Breton Regional Municipality to support its Port of Sydney Development Corporation Gateway Project.
The automotive industry is essential to the long-term economic growth of Ontario. The Harper Government understands that in order for Ontario's automotive sector to continue to be a global leader, companies require the right conditions to grow their businesses and create jobs here in Canada.
Tilly O'Neill-Gordon, Member of Parliament for Miramichi, on behalf of the Honourable Leona Aglukkaq, Minister of the Environment and Minister responsible for Parks Canada, today announced infrastructure investments totalling more than $30 million in several projects across Kouchibouguac National Park.
John Williamson, Member of Parliament for New Brunswick Southwest, on behalf of the Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, announced today that the Government of Canada will invest in major improvement projects at eleven small craft harbours in New Brunswick.
Today, Federal Health Minister Rona Ambrose announced the Government of Canada's ongoing, permanent funding commitment of $120.5 million per year for seven health programs that help reduce the health gap between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal Canadians.
In July 2015, the Government of Canada announced $120.5 million in ongoing, stable funding for seven health programs administered by Health Canada and the Public Health Agency of Canada. The funding supports Aboriginal health promotion and disease prevention activities as well as two programs that enhance communities' ability to administer and deliver health services.
The Newfoundland and Labrador Sports Centre will be expanded, thanks in part to Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program (CIP 150) funding announced today by the Honourable Rob Moore, Regional Minister for Newfoundland and Labrador and Minister of State (ACOA).
Today, the Honourable Dr. K. Kellie Leitch, Minister of Labour and Minister of Status of Women, congratulated Tshiuetin Rail Transportation Inc. and the United Steelworkers, Local 7065, on the renewal of their collective agreement.