On behalf of the Honourable Rob Nicholson, P.C., Q.C., M.P. for Niagara Falls, Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Honourable Julian Fantino, Associate Minister of National Defence, and Finance Minister Joe Oliver, today announced an agreement in principle for the reciprocal recognition of drivers' licences between Italy and Canada.
Today, Member of Parliament for Richmond Hill Costas Menegakis met with members of the York Regional Police Canine Unit, St. John's Ambulance, and the CNIB to celebrate a new law aimed at denouncing and deterring the wilful harming of animals trained and being used to help police protect public safety and keep communities safe.
July 22, 2015 - Vancouver, British Columbia
The Honourable John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, and the Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, today announced the Government's intent to pursue an amendment to the Pacific Fishery Regulations, 1993, to create separate commercial fishing licence categories for tuna, lingcod and dogfish. These species, along with Pacific cod, sole and flounder, skate, sturgeon and smelt, are currently grouped together as "Schedule II species" under Schedule II, Part II of the Pacific Fishery Regulations.
Today, Canada's Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, the Honourable Steven Blaney, was joined by the President and Chief Executive of the Canadian Council of Chief Executives, the Honourable John Manley, to announce significant investments to advance Canada's Cyber Security Strategy.
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John Barlow, Member of Parliament for Macleod, on behalf of Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz today announced an investment of over $268,000 to Alberta Farm Animal Care (AFAC) to help ensure that cattle arriving at auctions and abattoirs are in good health and meet the standards required for processing.
MOOSE JAW, SASKATCHEWAN – Tom Lukiwski, Member of Parliament for Regina –Lumsden – Lake Centre, on behalf of the Honourable Julian Fantino, Associate Minister of National Defence, today announced a $10.5 million investment for infrastructure upgrades at 15 Wing Moose Jaw and the Regina Garrison Armoury.
The LaHave River Trail skirts the LaHave River and Wentzell Lake. This year-round attraction draws outdoor and nature enthusiasts for its scenic views, river and lake access, and all-around perfect setting for leisure activities.
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Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz and International Trade Minister Ed Fast, announced today that the Government of Canada has opened the Ukrainian market for beef (from cattle under 30 months) and ready-eat meat.
KELOWNA, BRITISH COLUMBIA – The Honourable Ron Cannan, Member of Parliament for Kelowna-Lake Country, on behalf of the Honourable Julian Fantino, Associate Minister of National Defence, today announced $1.1 million for renovations at the Brigadier Angle Armoury in Kelowna.
