Good morning. Thank you, Robert (Goguen) for that kind introduction¬―and thanks also to Peoples Park for hosting us. I'm really pleased to be here. Today, Robert and I want to acknowledge the important role that seniors play in our families, communities, and workplaces.
Good morning, everyone! Thank you for your kind introduction. And my thanks to our regional team here in the Ministers' Regional Office for organizing and hosting us today.
I've raised four busy children, so I know first-hand that enrolling our kids in sports, recreational, and cultural activities is a good investment ... but the costs can certainly add up!
Today, the Honourable Minister of Health, Rona Ambrose announced the members of the Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Working Group, an important first step towards fulfilling the Government of Canada's 2015 Economic Action Plan commitment to develop a plan for a Canadian Autism Partnership.
| Western Economic Diversification Canada
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The Honourable Michelle Rempel, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, announced an investment of $1,110,000 for the University of Lethbridge to upgrade their synthetic biology laboratory.
Residents of Central Kootenay will benefit from upgraded drinking water infrastructure thanks to joint funding from the governments of Canada and British Columbia through the Small Communities Fund.
| Employment and Social Development Canada
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Today, the Honourable Lisa Raitt, Minister of Transport and the Honourable Ron Cannan, Member of Parliament for Kelowna–Lake Country, on behalf of the Honourable Candice Bergen, Minister of State for Social Development, announced improved access for Canadians with disabilities to programs and services in Kelowna.
| Western Economic Diversification Canada
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The Honourable John Duncan, Minister of State, Chief Government Whip, and Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, on behalf of the Honourable Michelle Rempel, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification (WD), announced $900,000 in funding to the British Columbia Construction Association (BCCA).
| Environment and Climate Change Canada
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One of the ways that the Government of Canada is working to improve the health, productivity, and long term sustainability of the Atlantic Ecosystem is through the Atlantic Ecosystem Initiatives Funding Program.