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Government of Canada Supports the 2010 Nations Cup
The Honourable Gary Lunn, Minister of State (Sport) and Member of Parliament (Saanich-Gulf Islands), today announced funding for Swimming Canada in support of the 2010 Nations Cup, which is taking place on August 5 and 6 in Victoria, British Columbia. “The Government of Canada is proud to support the 2010 Nations Cup, which will... »
The Government of Canada supports accessibility for all Canadians
The Honourable Steven Fletcher, Minister of State (Democratic Reform), on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, today invited organizations to apply for grants of up to $75,000 for projects that will improve accessibility for people with disabilities and enable them to participate fully in their communities. Our... »
Prime Minister Welcomes Junior Athletes from Around the Globe
Prime Minister Stephen Harper today participated in the opening ceremonies of the 13th International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) World Junior Championships in Athletics in Moncton, New Brunswick. He was joined by Gary Lunn, Minister of State (Sport). “The 13th IAAF World Junior Championships represent a tremendous opportunity for Canadian athletes to shine, and... »
Let’s Come to our Census
School boards make sound policy decisions based on current, accurate, and reliable data. The federal government’s recent decision to eliminate the census’s mandatory long form questionnaire undermines access to a whole range of valid information about Canadian society. One of Canada’s strengths is the solid statistical information that informs our public policy and describes... »
Minister Kenney Issues Statement Recognizing Imamat Day
OTTAWA, ONTARIO–(Marketwire – July 9, 2010) – The Honourable Jason Kenney, Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism, issued the following statement recognizing Imamat Day: “This coming Sunday is Imamat Day and I am pleased to join Ismailis in Canada and around the world in marking the anniversary of the accession of His Highness Prince... »
Government of Canada Now Accepting Applications to Help Make Cattle Industry More Competitive
The Government of Canada is now accepting applications for support that will help the Canadian cattle industry become more competitive. Canadian slaughterhouses can now apply to the Abattoir Competitiveness Program and the Slaughter Waste Innovation Program, as announced in the 2010 Jobs and Growth Budget. “Canada produces the best beef in the world and... »