ottawanews.net latest rss headlines Provides the latest rss feeds for ottawanews.net. For more headlines on Breaking, National, Business, Finance, Sports and World News, visit our home page ottawanews.net http://www.ottawanews.net en-us Tue, 19 Mar 2024 10:54:22 +1100 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 10:54:22 +1100 3600 <![CDATA[Now on the wrong kind of streak, Isles seek turnaround vs. Hurricanes]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274179011/now-on-the-wrong-kind-of-streak-isles-seek-turnaround-vs-hurricanes Mon, 18 Mar 2024 23:19:07 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274179011/now-on-the-wrong-kind-of-streak-isles-seek-turnaround-vs-hurricanes <![CDATA[A lot going Bruins' way as Senators visit]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274178915/a-lot-going-bruins-way-as-senators-visit Mon, 18 Mar 2024 21:55:18 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274178915/a-lot-going-bruins-way-as-senators-visit <![CDATA[Red Wings struggling for wins with Blue Jackets coming to town]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274178914/red-wings-struggling-for-wins-with-blue-jackets-coming-to-town Mon, 18 Mar 2024 21:55:12 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274178914/red-wings-struggling-for-wins-with-blue-jackets-coming-to-town <![CDATA[Minister Ferrada to participate at Ottawa Tourism's Shine On Awards]]> March 19, 2024 - Gatineau, Quebec

The Honourable Soraya Martinez Ferrada, Minister of Tourism and Minister responsible for the Economic Development Agency for the Regions of Quebec, will celebrate Ottawa's visitor economy and recognize the service offerings of front line hospitality workers at Ottawa Tourism's Shine On Awards.

Date: Tuesday, March 19, 2024

]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274178462/minister-ferrada-to-participate-at-ottawa-tourism-shine-on-awards Mon, 18 Mar 2024 17:20:17 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274178462/minister-ferrada-to-participate-at-ottawa-tourism-shine-on-awards <![CDATA[F Wayne Simmonds retires after 15 NHL seasons]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274178277/f-wayne-simmonds-retires-after-15-nhl-seasons Mon, 18 Mar 2024 15:55:07 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274178277/f-wayne-simmonds-retires-after-15-nhl-seasons <![CDATA[Street closures for the lying-in-state of the Right Honourable Brian Mulroney]]> OTTAWA - Canadian Heritage would like to inform residents and visitors that access to some streets in downtown Ottawa will be restricted from March 18 to 20, 2024, for the lying-in-state of the Right Honourable Brian Mulroney, P.C., C.C., G.O.Q.

The following street closures will be in effect from March 18 at 6 p.m. until March 20 at 6 p.m.:

  • Wellington Street from Elgin Str]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274178113/street-closures-for-the-lying-in-state-of-the-right-honourable-brian-mulroney Mon, 18 Mar 2024 13:53:55 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274178113/street-closures-for-the-lying-in-state-of-the-right-honourable-brian-mulroney <![CDATA[Who's trying to injure dogs in Malm with metal-spiked dough balls?]]> https://www.thelocal.se/20240315/whos-trying-to-injure-dogs-in-malmo-with-metal-spiked-dough-balls Mon, 18 Mar 2024 12:06:40 GMT https://www.thelocal.se/20240315/whos-trying-to-injure-dogs-in-malmo-with-metal-spiked-dough-balls <![CDATA[GM facing class action for collecting, selling customer data]]> https://thewest.com.au/lifestyle/motoring/gm-facing-class-action-for-collecting-selling-customer-data-c-13993801 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 08:27:55 GMT https://thewest.com.au/lifestyle/motoring/gm-facing-class-action-for-collecting-selling-customer-data-c-13993801 <![CDATA[Who or what is the Big Grey Man of Ben Macdui?]]> https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c2lwxj4dq5go Mon, 18 Mar 2024 06:10:28 GMT https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c2lwxj4dq5go <![CDATA[Hurricanes roll past Senators for 3rd straight win]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274175072/hurricanes-roll-past-senators-for-3rd-straight-win Mon, 18 Mar 2024 01:19:13 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274175072/hurricanes-roll-past-senators-for-3rd-straight-win <![CDATA[Minister Joly welcomes Iraq's Foreign Affairs Minister to Ottawa]]> March 17, 2024 - Ottawa, Ontario - Global Affairs Canada

    The Honourable Melanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will welcome Fuad Hussein, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Iraq, to Canada on March 18, 2024.

    The ministers will meet to discuss ways to enhance the growing Canada-Iraq relationship, including through diplomatic engagement and cooperati]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274174409/minister-joly-welcomes-iraq-foreign-affairs-minister-to-ottawa Sun, 17 Mar 2024 14:33:08 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274174409/minister-joly-welcomes-iraq-foreign-affairs-minister-to-ottawa <![CDATA[Hurricanes aim to ride momentum into meeting vs. Senators]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274174217/hurricanes-aim-to-ride-momentum-into-meeting-vs-senators Sun, 17 Mar 2024 12:19:06 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274174217/hurricanes-aim-to-ride-momentum-into-meeting-vs-senators <![CDATA[Rangers, Islanders meet with playoff aspirations in mind]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274174175/rangers-islanders-meet-with-playoff-aspirations-in-mind Sun, 17 Mar 2024 11:40:13 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274174175/rangers-islanders-meet-with-playoff-aspirations-in-mind <![CDATA[Wings aim to remain on right track in matchup with Penguins]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274174174/wings-aim-to-remain-on-right-track-in-matchup-with-penguins Sun, 17 Mar 2024 11:40:07 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274174174/wings-aim-to-remain-on-right-track-in-matchup-with-penguins <![CDATA[Indian-origin couple, daughter killed in "suspicious fire" in Canada's Ontario]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274173581/indian-origin-couple-daughter-killed-in-suspicious-fire-in-canada-ontario Sun, 17 Mar 2024 07:31:21 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274173581/indian-origin-couple-daughter-killed-in-suspicious-fire-in-canada-ontario <![CDATA[India blocks Canada's controversial documentary on Sikh separatists]]> Canadian broadcaster CBC has received emails from YouTube and X saying New Delhi had directed them to take down the video

    New Delhi has reportedly ordered at least two online platforms to block a Canadian documentary in India, on the killing of a Sikh separatist. The development comes amid a diplomatic standoff betwee]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274170394/india-blocks-canada-controversial-documentary-on-sikh-separatists Sat, 16 Mar 2024 11:39:22 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274170394/india-blocks-canada-controversial-documentary-on-sikh-separatists <![CDATA[Lorenzo Insigne leads surprising Toronto FC against NYCFC]]> (Photo credit: Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports)

    Toronto FC can continue their surprising unbeaten start to the new season when they visit New York City FC on Saturday night.

    Toronto (2-0-1, 7 points) has won its last two matches 1-0 on goals from Italian national team star Lorenzo Insigne and is the only team left in MLS that has yet to concede a goal in its first season under coach John Herdman.

    http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274169753/lorenzo-insigne-leads-surprising-toronto-fc-against-nycfc Sat, 16 Mar 2024 00:21:56 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274169753/lorenzo-insigne-leads-surprising-toronto-fc-against-nycfc
    <![CDATA[China Gives Warnings on Vietnam-Australia Strategic Relationship]]> washington - A new, closer diplomatic relationship between Australia and Vietnam is drawing warnings from China against forming 'exclusive circles' in the Indo-Pacific region.

    Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Wang Wenbin said at Monday's daily news briefing, 'To advocate bloc confrontation and build exclusive circles goes against the trend of the times and the common aspiration of regional countries.'

    ]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274169555/china-gives-warnings-on-vietnam-australia-strategic-relationship Fri, 15 Mar 2024 22:05:56 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274169555/china-gives-warnings-on-vietnam-australia-strategic-relationship <![CDATA[Blue Jackets, Sharks both try to rebound amid tough seasons]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274169553/blue-jackets-sharks-both-try-to-rebound-amid-tough-seasons Fri, 15 Mar 2024 21:59:38 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274169553/blue-jackets-sharks-both-try-to-rebound-amid-tough-seasons <![CDATA[Rangers, Penguins pushing for every possible point]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274168271/rangers-penguins-pushing-for-every-possible-point Fri, 15 Mar 2024 19:40:18 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274168271/rangers-penguins-pushing-for-every-possible-point <![CDATA[Nunatsiavut Government and Government of Canada take major step forward toward establishing Inuit Protected Area along the northern coast of Labrador]]> Once established, the new protected area will conserve more than 16,700 square kilometres of the Labrador Shelf Marine Region

    March 15, 2024 Gatineau, Quebec Parks Canada

    Parks Canada is committed to a system of national heritage places that recognizes and honours the historic and contemporary contributions of Indigenous peoples, their histories, and cultures, as well as the special re]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274165869/nunatsiavut-government-and-government-of-canada-take-major-step-forward-toward-establishing-inuit-protected-area-along-the-northern-coast-of-labrador Fri, 15 Mar 2024 19:00:00 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274165869/nunatsiavut-government-and-government-of-canada-take-major-step-forward-toward-establishing-inuit-protected-area-along-the-northern-coast-of-labrador <![CDATA[Islanders looking to snap scoring slump vs. Senators]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274166513/islanders-looking-to-snap-scoring-slump-vs-senators Fri, 15 Mar 2024 18:05:12 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274166513/islanders-looking-to-snap-scoring-slump-vs-senators <![CDATA[Backgrounder: Transit upgrades are rolling into Thunder Bay.]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274167521/backgrounder-transit-upgrades-are-rolling-into-thunder-bay Fri, 15 Mar 2024 17:30:24 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274167521/backgrounder-transit-upgrades-are-rolling-into-thunder-bay <![CDATA[A state funeral will be held in memory of the Right Honourable Brian Mulroney]]> OTTAWA, March 15, 2024

    The Government of Canada will hold a state funeral in memory of Canada's 18th Prime Minister, the Right Honourable Brian Mulroney, P.C., C.C., G.O.Q., who passed away on February 29, 2024.

    The Right Honourable Brian Mulroney will lie-in-state at the Sir John A. Macdonald Building (144 Wellington Street), in Ottawa, on Tuesday, March 19 and Wednesday, March 20, 2024. On the m]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274165822/a-state-funeral-will-be-held-in-memory-of-the-right-honourable-brian-mulroney Fri, 15 Mar 2024 15:43:39 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274165822/a-state-funeral-will-be-held-in-memory-of-the-right-honourable-brian-mulroney <![CDATA[Lane closures on Macdonald-Cartier Bridge]]>

    For immediate release

    Gatineau, Quebec, March 15, 2024 - Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to inform users that there will be lane closures towards Ottawa and Gatineau on the Macdonald-Cartier Bridge to accommodate repair work during the following period:

    • Wednesday, March 20, to Friday, March 22, from 9:]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274165874/lane-closures-on-macdonald-cartier-bridge Fri, 15 Mar 2024 14:09:08 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274165874/lane-closures-on-macdonald-cartier-bridge <![CDATA[Transport Canada announces funding to increase capacity at the Port of Thunder Bay]]> March 15, 2024Ottawa, OntarioTransport Canada

      Goods by Canadian producers travel long distances to reach global markets and consumers. That's why stronger and more resilient supply chains increase economic security for all Canadians.

      Today, the Member of Parliament for Thunder Bay-Rainy River, Ontario, Marcus Powlowski, on behalf of the Minister of Transport, Pablo Rodriguez, announced an in]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274165464/transport-canada-announces-funding-to-increase-capacity-at-the-port-of-thunder-bay Fri, 15 Mar 2024 14:03:47 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274165464/transport-canada-announces-funding-to-increase-capacity-at-the-port-of-thunder-bay <![CDATA[Atlantic Canadian companies exhibiting in the Canada pavilion at SENA 2024]]> From:Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency

      Backgrounder

      March 15, 2024 * Moncton, New Brunswick * Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)

      Nova Scotia

      • Bill and Stanley Oyster Co - Fortune Oysters
      • ]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274165466/atlantic-canadian-companies-exhibiting-in-the-canada-pavilion-at-sena-2024 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 14:00:00 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274165466/atlantic-canadian-companies-exhibiting-in-the-canada-pavilion-at-sena-2024 <![CDATA[Promoting Atlantic Canada-U.S. collaboration during New England visit]]> March 15, 2024 * Moncton, New Brunswick * Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)

        Atlantic Canada and its neighbours in the New England states share a long history of important trade relationships and economic partnerships that create opportunities for businesses and workers on both sides of the border.

        This week, the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economi]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274165465/promoting-atlantic-canada-us-collaboration-during-new-england-visit Fri, 15 Mar 2024 14:00:00 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274165465/promoting-atlantic-canada-us-collaboration-during-new-england-visit <![CDATA[Government of Canada supports TechnifabGC's growth]]> Trois-Rivires SME receives a total of $350,000 in financial assistance from CED.

        Trois-Rivires, Quebec, March15,2024 - CanadaEconomicDevelopment forQuebecRegions(CED)

        Supporting the growth of manufacturing businesses contributes to economic development in Quebec's regions. That is why theHonourable Marie-ClaudeBibeau, Minister of]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274165467/government-of-canada-supports-technifabgc-growth Fri, 15 Mar 2024 13:58:00 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274165467/government-of-canada-supports-technifabgc-growth <![CDATA[TikTok faces national security review in Canada: minister]]> OTTAWA, Canada (AFP) - Canada is conducting a national security review of Chinese-owned TikTok's proposed expansion of the popular video app in this country, Industry Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne said Friday.

        In a teleconference from Italy after meeting with his G7 counterparts, Champagne said the review under the Investment Canada Act had been quietly initiated in September 2023.

        "We have ]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274165906/tiktok-faces-national-security-review-in-canada-minister Fri, 15 Mar 2024 12:28:33 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274165906/tiktok-faces-national-security-review-in-canada-minister <![CDATA[NHL roundup: Brayden Point's 6 points lead Lightning past Rangers]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274165035/nhl-roundup-brayden-point-6-points-lead-lightning-past-rangers Fri, 15 Mar 2024 07:25:07 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274165035/nhl-roundup-brayden-point-6-points-lead-lightning-past-rangers <![CDATA[Senators rally past Blue Jackets for shootout win]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274164843/senators-rally-past-blue-jackets-for-shootout-win Fri, 15 Mar 2024 02:19:12 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274164843/senators-rally-past-blue-jackets-for-shootout-win <![CDATA[PA President Abbas meets with foreign minister from Canada]]> RAMMALH, Palestinian territories - Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister Melanie Joly met with the Palestinian Authority President, Mahmoud Abbas, and with the Palestinian Authority Minister of Foreign Affairs, Riad Malki, on Wednesday

        During the two meetings in the West Bank, Minister Joly raised the dire humanitarian crisis in Gaza, including the protection of civilians and the growing threat of hunger and disease ]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274164811/pa-president-abbas-meets-with-foreign-minister-from-canada Fri, 15 Mar 2024 01:33:38 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274164811/pa-president-abbas-meets-with-foreign-minister-from-canada <![CDATA[Canadian soldier of the First World War identified]]> March 14, 2024 - Ottawa - National Defence / Canadian Armed Forces

        The Department of National Defence and the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) have identified human remains recovered in Vendin-le-Vieil, France, as those of Lieutenant Francis Henry Hemsley, a Canadian soldier of the First World War. The identity was confirmed through historical, genealogical, anthropological, archaeological and DNA analysis. http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274164359/canadian-soldier-of-the-first-world-war-identified Thu, 14 Mar 2024 17:37:17 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274164359/canadian-soldier-of-the-first-world-war-identified <![CDATA[English River First Nation and the Government of Canada sign agreement on Canada's failure to uphold the cows and ploughs promise in Treaty 10]]> March 14, 2024 - English River First Nation, Patuanak, Treaty 10 Territory, Saskatchewan - Crown Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada.

        The Government of Canada is working to renew the relationships between the Crown and Indigenous Peoples in Canada based on the affirmation of rights, respect, co-operation, and partnership.

        Chief Alfred Dawatzare, Vice Chief Bruce]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274164360/english-river-first-nation-and-the-government-of-canada-sign-agreement-on-canada-failure-to-uphold-the-cows-and-ploughs-promise-in-treaty-10 Thu, 14 Mar 2024 17:34:59 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274164360/english-river-first-nation-and-the-government-of-canada-sign-agreement-on-canada-failure-to-uphold-the-cows-and-ploughs-promise-in-treaty-10 <![CDATA[Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Thunder Bay]]> Thunder Bay, Ontario, March 14, 2024 - Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with:

        • The Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario on behalf of the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities
        • Marcus Powlowski, ]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274164219/media-advisory-infrastructure-announcement-in-thunder-bay Thu, 14 Mar 2024 17:00:18 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274164219/media-advisory-infrastructure-announcement-in-thunder-bay <![CDATA[Chronic wasting disease could spillover to humans]]> Each fall, millions of hunters across North America make their way into forests and grasslands to kill deer. Over the winter, people chow down on the venison steaks, sausage, and burgers made from the animals.

          These hunters, however, are not just on the front lines of an American tradition. Infectious disease researchers say they are also on the front lines of what could be a serious threat to public health: chr]]>
          http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274164150/chronic-wasting-disease-could-spillover-to-humans Thu, 14 Mar 2024 16:30:17 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274164150/chronic-wasting-disease-could-spillover-to-humans
          <![CDATA[Government of Canada invests almost $14 million to drive innovation and economic growth in Vancouver]]> Seven local businesses and organizations will receive funding to commercialize new products, expand operations, and access global markets

          March 14, 2024 - Vancouver, British Columbia - PacifiCan

          Vancouver is brimming with the talent and industry-leading ideas to meet global demand for Canadian products and services. That is why the Government of Canada is ma]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274164158/government-of-canada-invests-almost-14-million-to-drive-innovation-and-economic-growth-in-vancouver Thu, 14 Mar 2024 16:30:07 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274164158/government-of-canada-invests-almost-14-million-to-drive-innovation-and-economic-growth-in-vancouver <![CDATA[Backgrounder: Government of Canada invests almost $14 million to drive innovation and economic growth in Vancouver]]> Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development on behalf of the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada (PacifiCan), announced almost $14 million in PacifiCan funding to help seven Vancouver-based businesses fuel economic development in British Columbia, creat]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274164159/backgrounder-government-of-canada-invests-almost-14-million-to-drive-innovation-and-economic-growth-in-vancouver Thu, 14 Mar 2024 16:30:03 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274164159/backgrounder-government-of-canada-invests-almost-14-million-to-drive-innovation-and-economic-growth-in-vancouver <![CDATA[Alternating lane closure on Chaudire Crossing]]>

          For immediate release

          Gatineau, Quebec, March 14, 2024 - Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise motorists that there will be an alternating lane closure on the Chaudire Crossing for construction work during the following periods:

          • Monday, March 18, to Friday, March 22, from 9 am to 3 pm
          • http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274164361/alternating-lane-closure-on-chaudire-crossing Thu, 14 Mar 2024 16:19:42 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274164361/alternating-lane-closure-on-chaudire-crossing <![CDATA[Canada temporarily draws down to essential personnel at its embassy in Haiti]]> March 14, 2024 - Ottawa, Ontario - Global Affairs Canada

            Global Affairs Canada today issued the following statement:

            "Canada is committed to supporting Haiti and the Haitian people. Our immediate priority remains the safety and security of Canadians as we continue to closely monitor the security situation in Haiti.

            "Global Affairs Canada continually assesses the security of its personne]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274164160/canada-temporarily-draws-down-to-essential-personnel-at-its-embassy-in-haiti Thu, 14 Mar 2024 16:07:36 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274164160/canada-temporarily-draws-down-to-essential-personnel-at-its-embassy-in-haiti <![CDATA[Government of Canada invests in Anderson Group's growth]]> Chesterville business receives $825,000 in financial assistance from CED.

            Chesterville, Quebec, March 13, 2024 - CanadaEconomicDevelopment forQuebecRegions(CED)

            Supporting growth in the manufacturing sector contributes to economic development in Quebec's regions. That is why theHonourable MarieClaudeBibeau, Minister of National Revenue, today anno]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274155986/government-of-canada-invests-in-anderson-group-growth Wed, 13 Mar 2024 17:13:58 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274155986/government-of-canada-invests-in-anderson-group-growth <![CDATA[Minister Vandal announces federal funding to enhance Alberta's Indigenous tourism economy]]> PrairiesCan funding of $4 million will bolster the ability of Indigenous Tourism Alberta to draw more visitors to authentic Indigenous experiences, events and attractions across the province

            March 13, 2024 - Calgary, Alberta - PrairiesCan

            The Government of Canada is investing in the growth of tourism to support economic reconciliation and enable Indigenous c]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274155934/minister-vandal-announces-federal-funding-to-enhance-alberta-indigenous-tourism-economy Wed, 13 Mar 2024 16:00:00 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274155934/minister-vandal-announces-federal-funding-to-enhance-alberta-indigenous-tourism-economy <![CDATA[Governments of Canada and Ontario invest over $11.4million to bring high-speed Internet access to more than 2,600Indigenous households in Ontario]]> Rural community to benefit from increased connectivity to high-speed Internet

            March 13, 2024 - Six Nations of the Grand River, Ontario 

            All Canadians need access to reliable high-speed Internet, no matter where they live. The governments of Canada and Ontario are taking action to bring high-speed Internet access to underserved communities across Ontario.

            ]]>
            http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274155938/governments-of-canada-and-ontario-invest-over-114million-to-bring-high-speed-internet-access-to-more-than-2600indigenous-households-in-ontario Wed, 13 Mar 2024 15:30:04 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274155938/governments-of-canada-and-ontario-invest-over-114million-to-bring-high-speed-internet-access-to-more-than-2600indigenous-households-in-ontario
            <![CDATA[Minister Vandal to announce support for critical minerals in Saskatchewan]]> March 13, 2024 - Saskatoon, Saskatchewan - The Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister responsible for PrairiesCan will announce funding for critical minerals with the Saskatchewan Research Council (SRC).

            Joining Minister Vandal will be the Honourable Jeremy Harrison, Minister responsible for SRC; His Worship Charlie Clark, Mayor of Saskatoon; an]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274155863/minister-vandal-to-announce-support-for-critical-minerals-in-saskatchewan Wed, 13 Mar 2024 15:00:00 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274155863/minister-vandal-to-announce-support-for-critical-minerals-in-saskatchewan <![CDATA[Keynote Address by Minister of National Defence Bill Blair to the CDA Institute Ottawa Conference on Security and Defence]]> March 7, 2024

            Good morning everyone.

            First of all, let me acknowledge and thank Youri Cormier and the Conference of Defence Associations Institute and their President, General Guy Thibault.  Thank you for holding this valuable dialogue year after year and I also want to say how difficult it is, and this isn't the first time I've had to follow General Thibault to the mic.  It's always a bi]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274154955/keynote-address-by-minister-of-national-defence-bill-blair-to-the-cda-institute-ottawa-conference-on-security-and-defence Tue, 12 Mar 2024 19:12:53 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274154955/keynote-address-by-minister-of-national-defence-bill-blair-to-the-cda-institute-ottawa-conference-on-security-and-defence <![CDATA[Discours-programme du ministre de la Defense nationale BillBlair la Conference sur la securite et la defense de l'Institut de la CAD Ottawa]]> March 7, 2024

            Good morning everyone.

            First of all, let me acknowledge and thank Youri Cormier and the Conference of Defence Associations Institute and their President, General Guy Thibault.  Thank you for holding this valuable dialogue year after year and I also want to say how difficult it is, and this isn't the first time I've had to follow General Thibault to the mic.  It's always a bi]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274154863/discours-programme-du-ministre-de-la-defense-nationale-billblair--la-conference-sur-la-securite-et-la-defense-de-linstitut-de-la-cad--ottawa Tue, 12 Mar 2024 18:10:57 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274154863/discours-programme-du-ministre-de-la-defense-nationale-billblair--la-conference-sur-la-securite-et-la-defense-de-linstitut-de-la-cad--ottawa <![CDATA[Minister Virani to Make a Funding Announcement in Ontario]]> The Honourable Arif Virani, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, Julie Dabrusin, Member of Parliament for Toronto Danforth and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Environment and Climate Change and to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, and Chantell Barker, Executive Director of Aboriginal Legal Services, will make a funding announcement to address the overrepresentation of Indigeno]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274153684/minister-virani-to-make-a-funding-announcement-in-ontario Mon, 11 Mar 2024 20:13:23 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274153684/minister-virani-to-make-a-funding-announcement-in-ontario <![CDATA[Canada and Ontario commit to significant collaboration on shared nature conservation goals]]> March 11, 2024 - Tiny, Ontario

            Canada and Ontario are working together to protect and conserve biodiversity, habitat, and species at risk in Ontario by expanding and establishing new protected areas. Protecting and conserving species at risk, and their habitat, requires collaboration. The Governments of Canada and Ontario are working together to protect environmentally sensitive land throu]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274153559/canada-and-ontario-commit-to-significant-collaboration-on-shared-nature-conservation-goals Mon, 11 Mar 2024 16:49:45 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274153559/canada-and-ontario-commit-to-significant-collaboration-on-shared-nature-conservation-goals <![CDATA[Government of Canada celebrates International Women's Day in southern Ontario]]> FedDev Ontario invests in and highlights women-led projects

            March 8, 2024 - Stratford, Ontario

            International Women's Day is a globally recognized day to celebrate the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women and girls. In honour o]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274151001/government-of-canada-celebrates-international-women-day-in-southern-ontario Fri, 08 Mar 2024 20:31:25 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274151001/government-of-canada-celebrates-international-women-day-in-southern-ontario <![CDATA[Backgrounder: All aboard, transit improvements are coming to Sault Ste. Marie]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274150786/backgrounder-all-aboard-transit-improvements-are-coming-to-sault-ste-marie Fri, 08 Mar 2024 16:30:23 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274150786/backgrounder-all-aboard-transit-improvements-are-coming-to-sault-ste-marie <![CDATA[Government of Canada supports women-led dental care manufacturer]]> FedDev Ontario invests $525,000 into Spa-Dent Inc. to meet the growing demand for its eco-friendly oral care products and create 10 jobs

            March 8, 2024 - Cambridge, Ontario

            When we build a more inclusive economy, we build a strong economy that works for everyone. The Government of Canada is dedicated to ensuring opportunity for all Canadians, including by investing ]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274150721/government-of-canada-supports-women-led-dental-care-manufacturer Fri, 08 Mar 2024 15:45:28 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274150721/government-of-canada-supports-women-led-dental-care-manufacturer <![CDATA[Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Hamilton]]> Hamilton, ON, March 8, 2024 - Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with the Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario and Member of Parliament for Hamilton West-Ancaster-Dundas; Lisa Hepfner, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Women and Gender Equity and Youth and Member of Parliament for ]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274150624/media-advisory-infrastructure-announcement-in-hamilton Fri, 08 Mar 2024 15:17:07 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274150624/media-advisory-infrastructure-announcement-in-hamilton <![CDATA[Governments of Canada and Ontario join together to announce funding and collaboration for conservation areas in Ontario]]> Tiny, Ontario - Friday, March 8, 2024 - Media representatives are advised that Adam van Koeverden, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Environment and Climate Change, on behalf of the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, will make a funding announcement to support conservation areas in Ontario, while committing to significant collaborati]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274150868/governments-of-canada-and-ontario-join-together-to-announce-funding-and-collaboration-for-conservation-areas-in-ontario Fri, 08 Mar 2024 13:32:22 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274150868/governments-of-canada-and-ontario-join-together-to-announce-funding-and-collaboration-for-conservation-areas-in-ontario <![CDATA[Minister Sajjan to deliver remarks at the annual Ottawa Conference on Security and Defence]]> Ottawa, Ontario

            The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, President of the King's Privy Council for Canada and Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, will deliver the opening Keynote Address on Day 2 of the 92nd annual Ottawa Conference on Security and Defence, hosted by the Conference of Defence Associations Institute (CDA]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274149807/minister-sajjan-to-deliver-remarks-at-the-annual-ottawa-conference-on-security-and-defence Thu, 07 Mar 2024 19:58:33 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274149807/minister-sajjan-to-deliver-remarks-at-the-annual-ottawa-conference-on-security-and-defence <![CDATA[Government of Canada announces rail safety investments in Greater Toronto and Hamilton Areas and other regions in Ontario]]> March 7, 2024            Markham, Ontario            Transport Canada

            Investing in improving railway safety is important to ensure Canadians benefit from the safest railway systems.

            Today, the Minister of Transport, Pablo Rodriguez, and the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister ]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274149751/government-of-canada-announces-rail-safety-investments-in-greater-toronto-and-hamilton-areas-and-other-regions-in-ontario Thu, 07 Mar 2024 19:18:39 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274149751/government-of-canada-announces-rail-safety-investments-in-greater-toronto-and-hamilton-areas-and-other-regions-in-ontario <![CDATA[Government of Canada to announce support for a women-led Cambridge manufacturer]]> March 7, 2024 - Cambridge, Ontario

            The Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), along with Valerie Bradford, Member of Parliament for Kitchener South-Hespeler, will make an announcement in support of a Cambridge-based dental care manufacturer.

            A media availability will follow the in-]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274149439/government-of-canada-to-announce-support-for-a-women-led-cambridge-manufacturer Thu, 07 Mar 2024 15:00:15 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274149439/government-of-canada-to-announce-support-for-a-women-led-cambridge-manufacturer <![CDATA[Minister Blair announces investments in Canadian innovation and launches Artificial Intelligence Strategy at Ottawa Conference on Security and Defence]]> March 7, 2024 - Ottawa, Ontario - National Defence / Canadian Armed Forces

            Today, the Honourable Bill Blair, Minister of National Defence, delivered a keynote speech at the 92nd annual Ottawa Conference on Security and Defence and discussed Canada's national defence priorities - including growing and reconstituting the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), modernizing NORAD and continent]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274149372/minister-blair-announces-investments-in-canadian-innovation-and-launches-artificial-intelligence-strategy-at-ottawa-conference-on-security-and-defence Thu, 07 Mar 2024 13:40:26 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274149372/minister-blair-announces-investments-in-canadian-innovation-and-launches-artificial-intelligence-strategy-at-ottawa-conference-on-security-and-defence <![CDATA[Invitation to media - Elisabeth Brire to announce Government of Canada support for Maricourt's Corde Electrique]]> Maricourt, Quebec, March 7, 2024 - Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)

            In connection with International Women'sDay, ElisabethBrire, Member of Parliament for Sherbrooke and ParliamentarySecretary to theMinister of Families, Children and Social Development and to theMinister of MentalHealth and Addictions and As]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274149302/invitation-to-media---elisabeth-brire-to-announce-government-of-canada-support-for-maricourt-corde-electrique Thu, 07 Mar 2024 12:57:00 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274149302/invitation-to-media---elisabeth-brire-to-announce-government-of-canada-support-for-maricourt-corde-electrique <![CDATA[Deputy Prime Minister meets with private sector economists]]> March 6, 2024 - Toronto, Ontario - Department of Finance Canada

            In advance of the 2024 federal budget, today, the Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, met with leading private sector economists to discuss their outlook on the Canadian and global economies, as well as to hear their views on the federal government's economic plan to unlock pathways to th]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274148675/deputy-prime-minister-meets-with-private-sector-economists Wed, 06 Mar 2024 22:58:04 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274148675/deputy-prime-minister-meets-with-private-sector-economists <![CDATA[Government of Canada Invests $16.7 Million to Support Ontario's Power Grid Operator With Delivering Reliable, Affordable and Clean Energy]]> March 6, 2024        Toronto, Ontario        Natural Resources Canada

            As more people in Ontario ride electrified public transit, shift to electric vehicles and adopt electric heat pumps, and as Ontario businesses and industries continue to green their operations, an abundant supply of clean, reliable and affordable electricity is needed. In fact, Ontario's electricit]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274148535/government-of-canada-invests-167-million-to-support-ontario-power-grid-operator-with-delivering-reliable-affordable-and-clean-energy Wed, 06 Mar 2024 20:15:00 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274148535/government-of-canada-invests-167-million-to-support-ontario-power-grid-operator-with-delivering-reliable-affordable-and-clean-energy <![CDATA[Government of Canada Announces Federal Investments to Support Good Clean Growth projects in the Niagara Region and across Canada ]]> OTTAWA - The Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, will make a funding announcement to support several clean growth projects in the Niagara Region and across the country at the Thorold Multimodal Hub.


            The Minister will be joined by MP Badawey, MP Bittle, the Mayor of Thorold, the CEOs of CHAR Technologies and StormFisher Hydrogen.

            A medi]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274148572/government-of-canada-announces-federal-investments-to-support-good-clean-growth-projects-in-the-niagara-region-and-across-canada- Wed, 06 Mar 2024 14:00:00 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274148572/government-of-canada-announces-federal-investments-to-support-good-clean-growth-projects-in-the-niagara-region-and-across-canada- <![CDATA[Federal Investment for New EV Chargers Across Ontario]]> Making the switch to an electric vehicle (EV) is a win-win for families looking to save money while reducing pollution - due to cheaper refuelling and lower maintenance costs - most EVs cost less than their internal combustion engine counterparts over their lifetime. The widespread shift to electric-powered transportation also poses a tremendous economic opportunity, creating manufacturing jobs across Canada.
            <]]>
            http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274147294/federal-investment-for-new-ev-chargers-across-ontario Tue, 05 Mar 2024 20:00:00 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274147294/federal-investment-for-new-ev-chargers-across-ontario
            <![CDATA[Governments helping boost production of Ontario maple syrup]]> Canada and Ontario investment will help 77 maple syrup producers enhance operations

            March 5, 2024 - Toronto, Ontario  -  Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

            The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing more than $1 million through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP) to support the productivity and growth of businesses in the province's ]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274147063/governments-helping-boost-production-of-ontario-maple-syrup Tue, 05 Mar 2024 17:21:20 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274147063/governments-helping-boost-production-of-ontario-maple-syrup <![CDATA[Minister Wilkinson to Make a Funding Announcement in Support of Clean, Reliable and Affordable Electricity in Ontario]]> MISSISSAUGA - The Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Canada's Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, will make a funding announcement at the Independent Electricity Systems Operator (IESO) site in Mississauga, Ontario, in support of a clean, reliable and affordable grid. The Minister will be joined by the Honourable Todd Smith, Ontario's Minister of Energy, and Lesley Gallinger, IESO's Chief Execut]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274147064/minister-wilkinson-to-make-a-funding-announcement-in-support-of-clean-reliable-and-affordable-electricity-in-ontario Tue, 05 Mar 2024 17:07:00 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274147064/minister-wilkinson-to-make-a-funding-announcement-in-support-of-clean-reliable-and-affordable-electricity-in-ontario <![CDATA[Minister Blair to deliver keynote address at the annual Ottawa Conference on Security and Defence]]> March 5, 2024 - Ottawa, Ontario - National Defence / Canadian Armed Forces

            The Honourable Bill Blair, Minister of National Defence, will deliver a keynote speech at the 92nd annual Ottawa Conference on Security and Defence, hosted by the Conference of Defence Associations Institute (CDAI).

            Minister Blair will address Senators, Members of Parliament, senior public servants, foreign dignit]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274146873/minister-blair-to-deliver-keynote-address-at-the-annual-ottawa-conference-on-security-and-defence Tue, 05 Mar 2024 13:45:22 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274146873/minister-blair-to-deliver-keynote-address-at-the-annual-ottawa-conference-on-security-and-defence <![CDATA[Minister Wilkinson to Participate in PDAC 2024]]> OTTAWA - The Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, will participate in a number of engagements while at the Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada Convention (PDAC) 2024.

            On March 4, Minister Wilkinson will deliver remarks and participate in a fireside chat with Jerome Pecresse, Chief Executive, Aluminum, Rio Tinto, and Rag Udd, President Mine]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274144925/minister-wilkinson-to-participate-in-pdac-2024 Sun, 03 Mar 2024 19:32:49 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274144925/minister-wilkinson-to-participate-in-pdac-2024 <![CDATA[Minister Joly announces sanctions against the Russian government for the Kremlin's responsibility for Alexei Navalny's death]]> March 3, 2024 - Ottawa, Ontario - Global Affairs Canada

            The Honourable Melanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing another round of sanctions. Six Russian officials are sanctioned under theSpecial Economic Measures (Russia) Regulations related to the February 16, 2024, death of Russian opposition leader, Alexei Navalny, and to Russia's continued gross and syste]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274144812/minister-joly-announces-sanctions-against-the-russian-government-for-the-kremlin-responsibility-for-alexei-navalny-death Sun, 03 Mar 2024 16:12:01 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274144812/minister-joly-announces-sanctions-against-the-russian-government-for-the-kremlin-responsibility-for-alexei-navalny-death <![CDATA[Backgrounder - Russia sanctions]]> Canada is imposing sanctions against Russian officials in response to gross and systematic human rights violations that have been committed in Russia.

            Canadian measures

            TheSpecial Economic Measures (Russia) Regulationsimpose on listed individuals a prohibition on dealings (effectively, an asset freeze) by prohibiting persons in Canada and Canadians outside Canada fro]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274144813/backgrounder---russia-sanctions Sun, 03 Mar 2024 16:11:46 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274144813/backgrounder---russia-sanctions <![CDATA[Minister Lebouthillier to promote Canadian fish and seafood workers interests and ocean protection during U.S. visit]]> March 1, 2024

            Ottawa, Ontario - The Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans, and the Canadian Coast Guard, today announced that she will be travelling to the United States from March 2 to 12, 2024, where she will meet with key stakeholders and U.S. government officials to promote Canada's sustainable seafood, protect oceans and ocean life, and support clean growth in our ocean economy]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274143207/minister-lebouthillier-to-promote-canadian-fish-and-seafood-workers-interests-and-ocean-protection-during-us-visit Fri, 01 Mar 2024 16:38:19 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274143207/minister-lebouthillier-to-promote-canadian-fish-and-seafood-workers-interests-and-ocean-protection-during-us-visit <![CDATA[MP Anthony Rota to announce Government of Canada support for mining innovation in Northern Ontario]]> North Bay, ON, March 1, 2024 -Anthony Rota, Member of Parliament for Nipissing-Timiskaming, will announce Government of Canada support to innovation in the mining sector. The announcement will be made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor.

            MP Rota and event participants will be available for questions from the media following the announ]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274142042/mp-anthony-rota-to-announce-government-of-canada-support-for-mining-innovation-in-northern-ontario Thu, 29 Feb 2024 16:05:39 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274142042/mp-anthony-rota-to-announce-government-of-canada-support-for-mining-innovation-in-northern-ontario <![CDATA[Minister Champagne to attend Ottawa Mayor's Breakfast]]> February 28, 2024 - Ottawa, Ontario

            The Honourable Francois-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, will attend the Ottawa Mayor's Breakfast organized by the Ottawa Board of Trade, and participate in an armchair discussion with Mar]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274140977/minister-champagne-to-attend-ottawa-mayor-breakfast Wed, 28 Feb 2024 19:00:01 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274140977/minister-champagne-to-attend-ottawa-mayor-breakfast <![CDATA[Joint Statement from Australia, Bahrain, Denmark, Canada, the Netherlands, New Zealand, United Kingdom, and United States on Additional Strikes Against the Houthis in Yemen]]> February 24, 2024 - Ottawa, ON - National Defence / Canadian Armed Forces

            In response to the Houthis' continued attacks against commercial and naval vessels transiting the Red Sea and surrounding waterways, today the militaries of the United States and United Kingdom, with support from Australia, Bahrain, Canada, Denmark, the Netherlands, and New Zealand, conducted an additional round of strikes against seve]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274136850/joint-statement-from-australia-bahrain-denmark-canada-the-netherlands-new-zealand-united-kingdom-and-united-states-on-additional-strikes-against-the-houthis-in-yemen Sat, 24 Feb 2024 23:36:22 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274136850/joint-statement-from-australia-bahrain-denmark-canada-the-netherlands-new-zealand-united-kingdom-and-united-states-on-additional-strikes-against-the-houthis-in-yemen <![CDATA[Government of Canada invests in energy-efficient lighting manufacturer in Mississauga]]> FedDev Ontario invests over $1.6 million for TDG Transit Design Group to expand and create over 20 jobs

            February 23, 2024 - Mississauga, Ontario     

            Local businesses and entrepreneurs that are growing their operations and providing green solutions are contributing to a cleaner future for Canadians. The Government of Canada is helping them ]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274135952/government-of-canada-invests-in-energy-efficient-lighting-manufacturer-in-mississauga Fri, 23 Feb 2024 18:35:41 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274135952/government-of-canada-invests-in-energy-efficient-lighting-manufacturer-in-mississauga <![CDATA[Government of Canada announces support for southern Ontario's quantum technology sector]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274134846/government-of-canada-announces-support-for-southern-ontario-quantum-technology-sector Thu, 22 Feb 2024 20:21:56 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274134846/government-of-canada-announces-support-for-southern-ontario-quantum-technology-sector <![CDATA[Government of Canada supports establishment of two world-class automotive and mobility technology piloting sites]]> With an $8-million Government of Canada investment, the Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN) will support over 40 companies as the sector moves towards zero-emissions and connected and autonomous technologies

            February 22, 2024 - Toronto, Ontario

            Southern Ontario has emerged as a prominent hub for Zero Emission Vehicles (ZEV), Connected and Autonomous Vehicle (]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274134543/government-of-canada-supports-establishment-of-two-world-class-automotive-and-mobility-technology-piloting-sites Thu, 22 Feb 2024 16:34:44 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274134543/government-of-canada-supports-establishment-of-two-world-class-automotive-and-mobility-technology-piloting-sites <![CDATA[Government of Canada investing $110,000 to support inclusive tourism in Northern Ontario]]> FedNor funding will help position tourism destinations as welcoming and inclusive places to visit for 2SLGBTQ+ travellers

            February 22, 2024 - Sault Ste. Marie, ON - Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor

            Terry Sheehan, Member of Parliament for Sault Ste. Marie and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Labour and Senior]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274135575/government-of-canada-investing-110000-to-support-inclusive-tourism-in-northern-ontario Thu, 22 Feb 2024 15:30:17 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274135575/government-of-canada-investing-110000-to-support-inclusive-tourism-in-northern-ontario <![CDATA[Government of Canada supports project to prevent and address mistreatment of olderpersons across Ontario]]> Funding will support those who have experienced, are experiencing, or are at-risk of experiencing violence.

            February 22, 2024 | Toronto, Ontario | Public Health Agency of Canada

            Mistreatment of older adults can have serious health and psychosocial consequences, including premature mortality, poor physical and mental health, diminished quality of life, and increased rates of emergency servi]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274134723/government-of-canada-supports-project-to-prevent-and-address-mistreatment-of-olderpersons-across-ontario Thu, 22 Feb 2024 15:20:00 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274134723/government-of-canada-supports-project-to-prevent-and-address-mistreatment-of-olderpersons-across-ontario <![CDATA[Government of Canada supports project to prevent and address mistreatment of older adults across Ontario]]> Funding will support those who have experienced, are experiencing, or are at-risk of experiencing violence.

            February 22, 2024 | Toronto, Ontario | Public Health Agency of Canada

            Mistreatment of older adults can have serious health and psychosocial consequences, including premature mortality, poor physical and mental health, diminished quality of life, and increased rates of emergency servi]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274134478/government-of-canada-supports-project-to-prevent-and-address-mistreatment-of-older-adults-across-ontario Thu, 22 Feb 2024 15:20:00 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274134478/government-of-canada-supports-project-to-prevent-and-address-mistreatment-of-older-adults-across-ontario <![CDATA[Government of Canada to announce support for a Mississauga-based lighting manufacturer]]> February 22, 2024 - Mississauga, Ontario

            Iqra Khalid, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of National Revenue and Member of Parliament for Mississauga-Erin Mills, on behalf of the Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), will make an announcement in support of a Mississauga-based energy-effic]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274134425/government-of-canada-to-announce-support-for-a-mississauga-based-lighting-manufacturer Thu, 22 Feb 2024 14:30:01 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274134425/government-of-canada-to-announce-support-for-a-mississauga-based-lighting-manufacturer <![CDATA[Government of Canada to announce funding to address the mistreatment of olderadults across Ontario]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274133472/government-of-canada-to-announce-funding-to-address-the-mistreatment-of-olderadults-across-ontario Wed, 21 Feb 2024 18:00:00 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274133472/government-of-canada-to-announce-funding-to-address-the-mistreatment-of-olderadults-across-ontario <![CDATA[Northern Ontario Mining Showcase to feature 112 Northern Ontario suppliers at PDAC 2024]]> Government of Canada unveils roster of Northern Ontario exhibitors heading to international mining conference  

            February 21, 2024 - North Bay, ON - Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor

            The Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, today announced the FedNor

            The Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible fo]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274132448/government-of-canada-investing-17-million-in-economic-development-and-diversification-in-the-lake-superior-north-shore-area Tue, 20 Feb 2024 19:30:44 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274132448/government-of-canada-investing-17-million-in-economic-development-and-diversification-in-the-lake-superior-north-shore-area <![CDATA[Government of Canada supports Indigenous-led organizations in southern Ontario]]> Government of Canada invests over $5.4 million to support Indigenous economic development

            February 20, 2024 - Ohsweken, Ontario  

            Indigenous businesses, organizations and entrepreneurs contribute significantly to the growing economy and creation of jobs in southern Ontario and across Canada. Through close collaboration with Indigenous communitie]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274132456/government-of-canada-supports-indigenous-led-organizations-in-southern-ontario Tue, 20 Feb 2024 16:22:11 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274132456/government-of-canada-supports-indigenous-led-organizations-in-southern-ontario <![CDATA[Backgrounder: Five Indigenous-led organizations receive over $5.4 million to grow and create jobs across southern Ontario]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274132457/backgrounder-five-indigenous-led-organizations-receive-over-54-million-to-grow-and-create-jobs-across-southern-ontario Tue, 20 Feb 2024 16:21:57 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274132457/backgrounder-five-indigenous-led-organizations-receive-over-54-million-to-grow-and-create-jobs-across-southern-ontario <![CDATA[Government of Canada invests in renovation of Francophone postsecondary institutions in Ontario]]> STURGEON FALLS, Ontario - Marc Serre, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources and to the Minister of Official Languages, will take part in a press conference on Thursday, where he will announce funding for a post-secondary institution that will also enhance the vitality of official language minority communities. He will make the ann]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274132463/government-of-canada-invests-in-renovation-of-francophone-postsecondary-institutions-in-ontario Tue, 20 Feb 2024 15:36:00 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274132463/government-of-canada-invests-in-renovation-of-francophone-postsecondary-institutions-in-ontario <![CDATA[Government of Canada to announce support for southern Ontario food sector]]> February 20, 2024 - Mississauga, Ontario

            The Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), along with Iqwinder Gaheer, Member of Parliament for Mississauga-Malton will make an announcement in support of southern Ontario's food manufacturing sector.

            A media availability will follow the in-perso]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274132467/government-of-canada-to-announce-support-for-southern-ontario-food-sector Tue, 20 Feb 2024 14:29:04 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274132467/government-of-canada-to-announce-support-for-southern-ontario-food-sector <![CDATA[Minister Virani to make a funding announcement in Ontario]]> The Honourable Arif Virani, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, Yvan Baker, Member of Parliament for Etobicoke Centre, and Kirsti Mathers McHenry, Executive Director of Pro Bono Ontario, will make a funding announcement to support access to legal services and advice for Ukrainian nationals seeking refuge in Canada.

            Date: Tuesday, February 20, 2024

            Time: http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274132484/minister-virani-to-make-a-funding-announcement-in-ontario Mon, 19 Feb 2024 16:01:19 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274132484/minister-virani-to-make-a-funding-announcement-in-ontario <![CDATA[Government of Canada to announce support for Indigenous organizations in southern Ontario]]> February 19, 2024 - Ohsweken, Ontario

            Bryan May, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Small Business and to the Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), on behalf of the Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister responsible for FedDev Ontario, will make an announcement in support of Indigenous-led organizations across sout]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274132489/government-of-canada-to-announce-support-for-indigenous-organizations-in-southern-ontario Mon, 19 Feb 2024 15:03:01 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274132489/government-of-canada-to-announce-support-for-indigenous-organizations-in-southern-ontario <![CDATA[Icebreaking near Thessalon, Ontario]]> February 16, 2024

            Sarnia, Ontario - The Canadian Coast Guard advises residents in Thessalon, Ontario that the CCGS Samuel Risley will carry out icebreaking operations in the area on or around February 19, 2024. The purpose of this operation is to break up the ice to allow commercial vessels safe and efficient movement. http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274132499/icebreaking-near-thessalon-ontario Fri, 16 Feb 2024 16:02:42 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274132499/icebreaking-near-thessalon-ontario <![CDATA[Person from Belleville area fined $20,000 for destroying fish habitat in the Bay of Quinte]]> February 15, 2024

            Belleville, Ontario - As a result of an investigation by Fishery Officers with Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO), an individual from the Belleville, Ontario area was recently sentenced in the Ontario Court of Justice for violations of the Fisheries Act. The sentencing includes fines which will be directed toward supporting a Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory fishery pr]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274132527/person-from-belleville-area-fined-20000-for-destroying-fish-habitat-in-the-bay-of-quinte Thu, 15 Feb 2024 15:13:10 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274132527/person-from-belleville-area-fined-20000-for-destroying-fish-habitat-in-the-bay-of-quinte <![CDATA[Minister Wilkinson to Attend and Make a Critical Minerals Announcement at the Canada-UK Industrial Decarbonization Forum]]> OTTAWA - The Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, will deliver remarks and make a critical minerals funding announcement at the Canada-UK Industrial Decarbonization Forum in London, England. Minister Wilkinson will also participate in a fireside chat with Mike Crabtree, President and CEO of the Saskatchewan Research Council, on concrete steps Canada is taking to]]> http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274132548/minister-wilkinson-to-attend-and-make-a-critical-minerals-announcement-at-the-canada-uk-industrial-decarbonization-forum Wed, 14 Feb 2024 10:00:00 GMT http://www.ottawanews.net/news/274132548/minister-wilkinson-to-attend-and-make-a-critical-minerals-announcement-at-the-canada-uk-industrial-decarbonization-forum