Public service

Minister Anand announces the launch of the GC Digital Talent Platform to build a strong and diverse digital public service

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月曜日, 1月 29, 2024

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Today, at the 2024 Digital Government Leaders Summit, the Honourable Anita Anand, President of the Treasury Board, announced the launch of the Government of Canada (GC) Digital Talent Platform—an online recruitment site for digital and IT professionals.

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Today, at the 2024 Digital Government Leaders Summit, the Honourable Anita Anand, President of the Treasury Board, announced the launch of the Government of Canada (GC) Digital Talent Platform—an online recruitment site for digital and IT professionals.
The Directive on Digital Talent and the GC Digital Talent Platform, work together to provide the government with the access to the talent and resources it needs to deliver modern, effective digital services to Canadians.
The GC Digital Talent Platform will improve the way we recruit digital and IT professionals as we work to better deliver services to Canadians in this digital age."
The GC Digital Talent Platform will improve the application process for individuals who specialize in digital and IT, and who are looking to join the government.

AUCC Announces Lead for Center for Excellence in Public & Government Service

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火曜日, 1月 23, 2024

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ATLANTA, Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Atlanta University Center Consortium's Center for Public Service received $2M in funding in May 2023 to begin a Center for Excellence in Public & Government Service and has moved forward with building programming, an upcoming summer cohort, and the most integral piece, the hiring of Program Manager, Dr. Anika A. Evans.

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ATLANTA, Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Atlanta University Center Consortium's Center for Public Service received $2M in funding in May 2023 to begin a Center for Excellence in Public & Government Service and has moved forward with building programming, an upcoming summer cohort, and the most integral piece, the hiring of Program Manager, Dr. Anika A. Evans .
"After a national search, I am excited to announce the appointment of Dr. Anika Evans as the Program Manager of the Atlanta University Center Consortium's Center of Excellence for Public Service.
"It's an honor to be endowed with the responsibility of leading the program development for the Center for Excellence in Public & Government Service.
According to Dr. Evans, the Center for Excellence in Public and Government Service will be the premier pipeline for HBCU student preparation in public and government service and this is a monumental opportunity for HBCU students around the country.

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

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金曜日, 1月 12, 2024

Dr. Harpreet S. Kochhar, currently President of the Canadian Food Inspection Agency, becomes Deputy Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, effective January 27, 2024.

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Dr. Harpreet S. Kochhar, currently President of the Canadian Food Inspection Agency, becomes Deputy Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, effective January 27, 2024.
Michelle Kovacevic, currently Senior Assistant Deputy Minister, Federal-Provincial Relations and Social Policy Branch, Department of Finance Canada, becomes Associate Deputy Minister of Indigenous Services, effective January 22, 2024.
Rob Wright, currently Assistant Deputy Minister, Science and Parliamentary Infrastructure Branch, Public Services and Procurement Canada, becomes Associate Deputy Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, effective January 22, 2024.
The Prime Minister also congratulated the following individuals on their retirements from the public service after years of tireless efforts serving Canadians, and he wished them the best in their future endeavours:

Applegate Farms, LLC Partners with Tyler Cameron to Invite Fans Around the World to Reclaim Their Inner Meathead

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月曜日, 1月 8, 2024

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BRIDGEWATER, N.J., Jan. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- APPLEGATE®, the nation's leading natural and organic meat brand, has announced a partnership with television personality, entrepreneur and philanthropist Tyler Cameron in a video that encourages fans to flip the script on restrictive thinking regarding New Year's resolutions and instead celebrate the smart protein choices they make daily. The partnership, announced last week through a Public Service Announcement-style video, invites consumers to embrace a new, uplifting definition for the insult, Meathead.

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The partnership, announced last week through a Public Service Announcement-style video, invites consumers to embrace a new, uplifting definition for the insult, Meathead.
Fifty runner-up prizes include an official Meathead t-shirt (as featured in the video), and a two-month supply of free APPLEGATE® products*.
"I'm proud to join forces with Applegate to change the way people approach and maintain a well-balanced lifestyle."
For more information about Applegate and its products, visit www.applegate.com or connect on social media at www.instagram.com/applegate .

Silicon Valley’s Westly Foundation Names Eight Finalists for the 2024 Westly Prize for Young Social Innovators

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木曜日, 1月 4, 2024

The Westly Foundation has announced eight finalists for the 2024 Westly Prize for Young Social Innovators.

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The Westly Foundation has announced eight finalists for the 2024 Westly Prize for Young Social Innovators.
Each will advance to compete for $145,000 in unrestricted funding - including three top awards of $40,000 each, on Saturday, January 20, 2024 at Stanford University’s Haas Center for Public Service.
The Westly Prize honors talent, creativity, and the daring humanitarian spirit of early-stage innovators combating persistent community and global challenges.
The 2024 Westly Prize finalists and their corresponding innovations follow:
Arpad Kovesdy & Mateo Abascal | Beamlink revolutionizes internet access worldwide at a 99% cost reduction with its lunchbox sized cell towers, impacting safety, education, healthcare, and equity outcomes in disaster zones and internet-deprived communities.

Davis Polk Welcomes William J. Hochul, Jr. in New York

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火曜日, 1月 2, 2024

“We are delighted to welcome Bill to the Firm,” said Neil Barr, Davis Polk’s Managing Partner.

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“We are delighted to welcome Bill to the Firm,” said Neil Barr, Davis Polk’s Managing Partner.
Mr. Hochul most recently served, from November 2016 until August 2023, as Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary of Delaware North Companies, the multinational food service, gaming and hospitality company headquartered in Buffalo, New York.
Prior to that role, Mr. Hochul served for nearly 30 years in various roles at the U.S. Department of Justice.
From 1991 until 2010, Mr. Hochul served as an Assistant U.S. Attorney in the Western District of New York.

Senator Josh Newman Receives Orange County Business Council’s Leadership in Public Service Award for Supporting RevHubOC’s NorthSTAR OC

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木曜日, 12月 7, 2023

Newman and the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) provided RevHubOC, Orange County’s first social enterprise incubator, with a grant of $8.5 million to launch the NorthSTAR OC Collaborative.

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Newman and the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) provided RevHubOC, Orange County’s first social enterprise incubator, with a grant of $8.5 million to launch the NorthSTAR OC Collaborative.
“I am honored and grateful to have received the Orange County Business Council’s Leadership in Public Service award, and I’d like to congratulate all of the nominees on the incredible impact each has made to better our community,” Senator Newman said.
Alongside his support of the NorthSTAR OC Collaborative, Senator Josh Newman was recognized for his investment in infrastructure, advancement in workforce development, environmental stewardship and crisis management.
If you’re a community organization interested in being a part of NorthSTAR OC’s mission, visit the NorthSTAR OC website to learn more about joining the ecosystem.

Prime Minister welcomes appointment of Eric Janse as the new Clerk of the House of Commons

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水曜日, 12月 20, 2023

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OTTAWA, ON, Dec. 20, 2023 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today welcomed the appointment of Eric Janse as the new Clerk of the House of Commons.

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OTTAWA, ON, Dec. 20, 2023 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today welcomed the appointment of Eric Janse as the new Clerk of the House of Commons.
This appointment, which was approved by the House of Commons, is effective December 18, 2023.
Mr. Janse is a long-time public servant with a wealth of experience in procedural and legislative services.
As the chief executive of the House of Commons administration, Mr. Janse will advise the Speaker and all Members of the House of Commons on the interpretation of parliamentary rules, precedents, and practices.

CANADIAN COUNCIL FOR ABORIGINAL BUSINESS ANNOUNCES A MORE THAN $3.4 MILLION, MULTI-YEAR FUNDING AGREEMENT WITH INDIGENOUS SERVICES CANADA

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木曜日, 11月 9, 2023

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Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business (CCAB) is proud to announce Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) has entered into a muti-year agreement with CCAB to invest more than $3.4 million into CCAB's continued and longstanding work to support Indigenous procurement.

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Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business (CCAB) is proud to announce Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) has entered into a muti-year agreement with CCAB to invest more than $3.4 million into CCAB's continued and longstanding work to support Indigenous procurement.
Supply Change™ functions through a number of programs and services, including research, advocacy, education, certification and an Indigenous Procurement Marketplace.
CCAB introduced the Indigenous Business Defence Sector Accelerator for Indigenous Business program earlier this year as a new initiative developed to create opportunities for Indigenous businesses in Canada to engage with defence suppliers.
Certified Aboriginal Business certification is open to First Nation, Inuit and Métis businesses of all sizes and in every sector.

Eastern N.C. Chooses Fiber Broadband Association’s OpTIC Path™ Fiber Technician Training Program

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火曜日, 12月 5, 2023

The Fiber Broadband Association (FBA) today announced that College of The Albemarle is the latest education institution to offer FBA’s Optical Telecom Installer Certification (OpTIC Path™) program.

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The Fiber Broadband Association (FBA) today announced that College of The Albemarle is the latest education institution to offer FBA’s Optical Telecom Installer Certification (OpTIC Path™) program.
Partnering with broadband internet provider Fybe , the two organizations will leverage the OpTIC Path course to produce a pipeline of expertly-trained fiber broadband technicians that will connect rural, eastern N.C. communities to high-quality fiber broadband networks.
Like in many areas of the country, the need for fiber infrastructure in eastern N.C. continues to increase.
“It is thrilling to see the OpTIC Path program grow and help communities across the nation build high-speed fiber broadband networks,” said Deborah Kish, Vice President of Research and Workforce Development at the Fiber Broadband Association.