| Veterans Affairs Canada | media advisories
On behalf of the Honourable Julian Fantino, Minister of Veterans Affairs, Royal Galipeau, Member of Parliament for Ottawa–Orléans will attend a wreath-laying ceremony to mark the 73rd anniversary of the Battle of Hong Kong.
| Global Affairs Canada | speeches
This week marks the 70th anniversary of the signing, on December 7, 1944, of the Convention on International Civil Aviation, which led to the creation of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).
| Employment and Social Development Canada | news releases
The Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), today marked International Volunteer Day by recognizing the millions of Canadians who give generously of their time to help others.
| Global Affairs Canada | statements
Nearly 12 million Canadians volunteer each year, both at home and abroad. The act of volunteering is at the core of our social fabric and represents the noblest elements of our national character. We are globally connected, with cultural ties to people in all corners of the world.
| Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency | news releases
The Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency invites the public to comment on the draft Agreement to establish a joint review panel with the Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) for the environmental assessment of the proposed Robb Trend Coal Mine Expansion project in Alberta. The Agency and the AER will be holding information sessions in the project area.
| Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada | media advisories
Event date: December 8, 2014 - The Honourable James Moore, Minister of Industry, will make an announcement on Monday that will support jobs for Canadian families.
| Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada | media advisories
Event date: December 8, 2014 - The Honourable Denis Lebel, Minister of Infrastructure, Communities and Intergovernmental Affairs and Minister of the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec, will make an announcement on Monday that will support jobs for Canadian families.
| Global Affairs Canada | backgrounders
"This milestone trade agreement with the European Union will lead to an increase in cargo activity through the Port of Halifax. An increase in trade with Europe will have long-term economic benefits for the Port of Halifax as a result of increased trade volumes. As one of Canada's leading ports for trade with Europe, the Port of Halifax stands ready to facilitate the increase in trade between Europe and Canada that this landmark agreement will bring." - Karen Oldfield, President and CEO, Halifax Port Authority
| Global Affairs Canada | news releases
The Honourable Ed Fast, Minister of International Trade, today held a pre-budget consultation with representatives of Halifax-based small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to seek input on how Canada can contribute to job creation, growth and long-term prosperity.
| Fisheries and Oceans Canada | news releases
December 5, 2014 - Winnipeg, Manitoba Member of Parliament for Winnipeg South Centre Joyce Bateman today hosted a roundtable discussion in Winnipeg on new proposed regulations on aquatic invasive species that were announced in London, Ontario by the Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of Fisheries and Oceans.
