Canada and the United States have one of the closest and most important trade relationships in the world. It is built on long-standing shared values and deeply integrated supply chains that create opportunities for businesses and workers on both sides of the border. Texas plays an integral role in this relationship.
| Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor
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Anthony Rota, Member of Parliament for Nipissing–Timiskaming, announced today that the Government of Canada is investing $200,000 to support the construction of Antoine Nation’s new 5,000 square foot multi-use facility. FedNor’s support will go towards building a commercial kitchen in the new facility. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor.
| Pacific Economic Development Canada
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Thirty-five First Nations throughout B.C. are receiving $9.8 million in federal and provincial funding to develop clean energy projects that will help them meet their energy needs efficiently and sustainably while creating more jobs for people in their communities.
| Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada
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Surrey is ensuring that homes and farms are safe from flooding along a vulnerable segment of the Nicomekl River dike after a combined investment of more than $1.3 M from the federal, provincial, and municipal governments. This was announced by John Aldag, Member of Parliament for Cloverdale—Langley City, and the Honourable Bowinn Ma, B.C. Minister of Emergency Management and Climate Readiness.
| Employment and Social Development Canada
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On May 23, 2024, Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, Kamal Khera, will open the third annual Canadian Congress on Disability Inclusion. This year, the theme is “Forward Together: Accessibility and Inclusion for All”, highlighting the need for collective efforts from all sectors and levels of society to realize a barrier-free Canada by 2040. The Congress will also kickstart nationwide celebrations for National AccessAbility Week 2024, under the same theme.
Salmon are an essential species for healthy Pacific ecosystems, and an important food source for Canadians and surrounding wildlife. The species is also of great cultural significance to Indigenous communities, and is essential for recreational and commercial fisheries, as well as tourism.