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Statement from President of the King's Privy Council for Canada and Minister of Emergency Preparedness regarding wildfires in Northwest Territories

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Venerdì, Agosto 18, 2023
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Our thoughts are with residents who are being asked to evacuate and those who have already left their communities.

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  • Our thoughts are with residents who are being asked to evacuate and those who have already left their communities.
  • This is a very difficult time, and I would like to assure those affected that all orders of government are working together to deliver the required help.
  • Other federal support is being provided by Public Services and Procurement Canada, Indigenous Services Canada, and the Canadian Coast Guard.
  • Residents of the Northwest Territories and evacuees can call 8-1-1 in the territory and 1-844-259-1793 out of territory if they have questions about evacuations or visit https://www.gov.nt.ca/en/public-safety-1 .

Government of Canada providing assistance to the Northwest Territories in response to wildfires

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Mercoledì, Agosto 16, 2023
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The Government Operations Centre is working closely with federal and territorial partners to coordinate the federal response to the situation in the Northwest Territories.

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  • The Government Operations Centre is working closely with federal and territorial partners to coordinate the federal response to the situation in the Northwest Territories.
  • "We are working closely with the Government of the Northwest Territories to ensure communities have the support they need.
  • "As multiple communities across the Northwest Territories are dealing with serious wildfires, the Government of Canada is providing much-needed support to the local firefighting efforts.
  • The Government Operations Centre is responsible for coordinating the Government of Canada's response to emergency events.

Government of Canada Announces More Funding for Firefighter Training and Provides Update on 2023 Wildland Fire Season Forecast

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Venerdì, Agosto 11, 2023
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This training will help better prepare and equip firefighters to fight wildfires, with a focus on the wildland urban interface (WUI).

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  • This training will help better prepare and equip firefighters to fight wildfires, with a focus on the wildland urban interface (WUI).
  • In addition, the IAFF will deliver 15 courses across five different locations in Western Canada, training up to 325 structural firefighting personnel on urban interface wildfire training.
  • Also today, Government of Canada officials provided an updated forecast for the remainder of the 2023 wildfire season.
  • Most recent projections indicate a continued potential for higher-than-normal fire activity across most of the country throughout the 2023 wildland fire season.

Prime Minister announces changes in the senior ranks of the public service

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Venerdì, Luglio 14, 2023
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OTTAWA, ON, July 14, 2023 /CNW/ -The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced the following changes in the senior ranks of the public service:

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  • OTTAWA, ON, July 14, 2023 /CNW/ -The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced the following changes in the senior ranks of the public service:
    Michael Vandergrift, currently Deputy Secretary to the Cabinet (Plans and Consultations), Privy Council Office, becomes Deputy Minister of Natural Resources, effective July 24, 2023.
  • Mollie Johnson, currently Associate Deputy Minister of Natural Resources and concurrently Special Advisor to the Clerk on Decarbonization, becomes Deputy Secretary to the Cabinet (Plans and Consultations), Privy Council Office, effective July 24, 2023.
  • Jeffrey Labonté, currently Assistant Deputy Minister, Lands and Minerals Sector, Natural Resources Canada, becomes Associate Deputy Minister of Natural Resources, effective July 24, 2023.
  • The Prime Minister also announced the reappointment of Taki Sarantakis as President of the Canada School of Public Service, effective July 9, 2023.

Government of Canada continues to build disaster response capacity to large-scale disasters

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Martedì, Luglio 11, 2023
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"The growing impacts of more frequent and severe natural disasters are being felt in communities right across the country.

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  • "The growing impacts of more frequent and severe natural disasters are being felt in communities right across the country.
  • "Support from the Government of Canada plays a significant role in SARVAC's ability to respond to communities in need of support across Canada.
  • This investment contributes to enhancing disaster response capacity and coordination and fosters the development of new capabilities.
  • Additionally, the program supports the National Adaptation Strategy 's objectives to build resilient communities and to reduce the risk of climate-related disasters.

Government of Canada Provides Update on 2023 Wildland Fire Season Forecast

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Giovedì, Luglio 6, 2023
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Today, on behalf of the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Natural Resources, Government of Canada officials held a technical briefing to provide an updated forecast for the remainder of the 2023 wildfire season.

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  • Today, on behalf of the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Natural Resources, Government of Canada officials held a technical briefing to provide an updated forecast for the remainder of the 2023 wildfire season.
  • Most recent projections indicate a continued potential for higher-than-normal fire activity across most of the country throughout the 2023 Wildland fire season.
  • From response to recovery, the Government of Canada will be there as we navigate the remainder of the season."
  • Canada has also provided aid to international partners when they have been faced with intense wildland fire seasons.

FEDERAL, PROVINCIAL, and TERRITORIAL MINISTERS MET TO DISCUSS EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

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Giovedì, Giugno 29, 2023
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OTTAWA, ON, June 28, 2023 /CNW/ - Federal, provincial, and territorial ministers responsible for emergency management met virtually today to discuss progress made on shared emergency management priorities.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, June 28, 2023 /CNW/ - Federal, provincial, and territorial ministers responsible for emergency management met virtually today to discuss progress made on shared emergency management priorities.
  • The ministers shared information on preparedness and response measures and emphasized the critical need for all emergency management partners in Canada to collaborate and improve disaster resilience.
  • Ministers discussed the major progress made on emergency management initiatives detailed in the federal, provincial, territorial 2021-22 Emergency Management Strategy Interim Action Plan , including shared priorities, across all four pillars of emergency management: prevention/mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery.
  • Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure minister responsible for emergency management, Manitoba

The Government of Canada to match Red Cross donations to support wildfire response in Nova Scotia

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Martedì, Giugno 6, 2023
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OTTAWA, ON, June 6, 2023 /CNW/ - Today, the Government of Canada reinforced its commitment to a donation-matching initiative with the Canadian Red Cross for people in Nova Scotia affected by wildfires.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, June 6, 2023 /CNW/ - Today, the Government of Canada reinforced its commitment to a donation-matching initiative with the Canadian Red Cross for people in Nova Scotia affected by wildfires.
  • On May 31, 2023, the Canadian Red Cross launched the Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada Fires Appeal and the Government of Canada and the Government of Nova Scotia will  be matching donations to the campaign.
  • Those interested in donating to the Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada Fires Appeal can visit redcross.ca or call 1-800-418-1111.
  • "The Canadian Red Cross thanks the Government of Canada and the Government of Nova Scotia for matching donations made to the Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada Fires Appeal.

The Government of Canada to match United Way donations to support wildfire response in the Northwest Territories

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Lunedì, Giugno 5, 2023
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OTTAWA, ON, June 5, 2023 /CNW/ - Today, the Government of Canada announced that it will join the Government of the Northwest Territories in matching donations to the United Way of the Northwest Territories, to support disaster relief and recovery efforts in a number of communities.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, June 5, 2023 /CNW/ - Today, the Government of Canada announced that it will join the Government of the Northwest Territories in matching donations to the United Way of the Northwest Territories, to support disaster relief and recovery efforts in a number of communities.
  • Both governments recognize the brave and essential work of firefighters, first responders, volunteers, non-governmental organizations, and emergency managers across all orders of government and Indigenous communities.
  • "The serious wildfires burning in the Northwest Territories have left many people in difficult circumstances and forced entire communities to evacuate.
  • On behalf of the Government of the Northwest Territories, I would like to express our sincere gratitude and appreciation to the Government of Canada for matching donations to the United Way NWT to support these residents during this time of need."

Prime Minister announces changes in the senior ranks of the Public Service

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Mercoledì, Maggio 31, 2023
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OTTAWA, ON, May 31, 2023 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced the following changes in the senior ranks of the Public Service:

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  • OTTAWA, ON, May 31, 2023 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced the following changes in the senior ranks of the Public Service:
    Cynthia (Cindy) Termorshuizen, currently Associate Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, will serve concurrently as Personal Representative of the Prime Minister (Sherpa) for the G7 Summit.
  • Tushara Williams, currently Associate Assistant Deputy Minister, Department of Finance Canada, becomes Deputy Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Privy Council Office, effective June 19, 2023.
  • Eric Costen, currently Senior Assistant Deputy Minister, Industry Sector, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada, becomes Associate Deputy Minister of Health, effective June 26, 2023.
  • Nick Leswick, currently Associate Deputy Minister of Finance, will assume the duties of Deputy Minister on an interim basis, until such a time as a new Deputy Minister of Finance is appointed.