Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada

Purolator announces winners of 2022 True North Small Business Grant Contest

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Thursday, October 27, 2022
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TORONTO, Oct. 27, 2022 /CNW/ - Today Purolator announced the winners of its annual True North Small Business Grant Contest.

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  • TORONTO, Oct. 27, 2022 /CNW/ - Today Purolator announced the winners of its annual True North Small Business Grant Contest.
  • Through the True North Small Business Grant, we have helped past recipients grow their businesses.
  • "Through the True North Small Business Grant, we have helped past recipients grow their businesses.
  • Purolator is proud of its Canadian heritage and is focused on sustainably positioning itself for future growth and success.

IFF and Florida Polytechnic University Celebrate Beginning of Construction on State-of-the-Art Global Citrus Innovation Center

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Tuesday, October 25, 2022
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Today in a ceremonial presentation, IFF (NYSE:IFF) and Florida Polytechnic University laid the foundation for the new Citrus Innovation Center, located on the Universitys campus in Lakeland, Florida.

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  • Today in a ceremonial presentation, IFF (NYSE:IFF) and Florida Polytechnic University laid the foundation for the new Citrus Innovation Center, located on the Universitys campus in Lakeland, Florida.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221025006068/en/
    IFF and Florida Polytechnic University Celebrate Beginning of Construction on State-of-the-Art Global Citrus Innovation Center (Photo: Business Wire)
    What an honor to celebrate this beacon for innovation and excellence, that is a perfect blend of science and creativity, said Nicolas Mirzayantz, president, Nourish Division, IFF.
  • IFF holds a leading position in R&D investment, said Christophe de Villeple, president, Scent Division, IFF.
  • We are proud that IFF recognized the strategic advantage in partnering with our University, said Randy K. Avent, president of Florida Poly.

Statement from Minister Champagne on competitiveness in the telecommunications sector

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Tuesday, October 25, 2022
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"Earlier this year, I stated that I wouldunder no circumstancespermit the wholesale transfer of wireless spectrum licences from Shaw to Rogers.

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  • "Earlier this year, I stated that I wouldunder no circumstancespermit the wholesale transfer of wireless spectrum licences from Shaw to Rogers.
  • "Today, I officially denied that request, which had been pending before me.
  • "As we look forward, I want to make very clear the lens through which I will consider this proposed spectrum transfer.
  • "Promoting competition to bring down prices has been at the core of policies advanced by successive governments for many years.

Joint readout: Minister Champagne meets with U.S. Commerce Secretary Raimondo

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Friday, October 21, 2022
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Minister Champagne and Secretary Raimondo discussed the passage of the U.S. CHIPS and Science Act of 2022 (CHIPS Act) and its implications for the North American semiconductor industry.

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  • Minister Champagne and Secretary Raimondo discussed the passage of the U.S. CHIPS and Science Act of 2022 (CHIPS Act) and its implications for the North American semiconductor industry.
  • The Secretary underscored the U.S.'s commitment to Canada-U.S.supply chain security in the semiconductor industry and highlighted this as a key areafor collaboration between the two nations.
  • SCC and NIST are working together to coordinate and collaborate on the development and alignment of artificial intelligence standards.
  • The Minister and the Secretaryemphasized the importance of standing together with allies and partners around the world in solidarity with a free and democratic Ukraine.

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

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Friday, October 21, 2022
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OTTAWA, ON, Oct. 21, 2022 /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, Oct. 21, 2022 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced the following changes in the senior ranks of the Public Service:
    Annette Gibbons, currently Associate Deputy Minister of Employment and Social Development, becomes Deputy Minister of Fisheries and Oceans,effective October 31, 2022.
  • Lawrence Hanson,currently Associate Deputy Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, becomes Associate Deputy Minister of Environment and Climate Change, effective November 14, 2022.
  • Kevin Brosseau, currently Assistant Deputy Minister, Safety and Security, Transport Canada, becomes Associate Deputy Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, effective November 14, 2022.
  • Dominic Rochon, currently Senior Assistant Deputy Minister, National and Cyber Security Branch, Public Safety Canada, becomes Associate Deputy Minister of Transport, effective October 31, 2022.

Government of Canada Support to Rebuild Small Craft Harbours and Recover Lost Fishing Gear Post-Hurricane Fiona

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Monday, October 17, 2022
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The impacts of Hurricane Fiona have been immense, including gear loss and damage to small craft harbours.

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  • The impacts of Hurricane Fiona have been immense, including gear loss and damage to small craft harbours.
  • The Government of Canada is working with fish harvesters, harbour authorities and provincial governments to clean up the ocean and begin repairs to critical infrastructure, including small craft harbours.
  • The funding will also provide a boost to DFO's Ghost Gear Fund , which supports concrete actions to prevent, retrieve and responsibly dispose of lost fishing gear.
  • We encourage harvesters to report their lost fishing gear as soon as possible so efforts can be made to return retrieved fishing gear to their owner and prioritize areas of highest gear loss.

Launching consultations to modernize Canada's New Substances Notification Regulations (Organisms)

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Thursday, October 13, 2022
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That is why it is taking the necessary steps to modernize the New Substances Notification Regulations (Organisms) to make sure new living organisms created through, or used in, biotechnology are properly assessed before they can be introduced into the Canadian marketplace.

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  • That is why it is taking the necessary steps to modernize the New Substances Notification Regulations (Organisms) to make sure new living organisms created through, or used in, biotechnology are properly assessed before they can be introduced into the Canadian marketplace.
  • These consultations on modernizing our regulations will ensure we have a strong and flexible framework to address these ever-evolving technologies."
  • "It is time to update our New Substances Notification Regulations (Organisms) to better reflect our modern world.
  • Created in 2005, the New Substances Notification Regulations (Organisms) , under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999 (CEPA), is administered jointly by Environment and Climate Change Canada and Health Canada's New Substances Program.

Minister Wilkinson Launches Phase 2 of the Regional Energy and Resource Tables

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Thursday, October 13, 2022
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A significant part of the answer to that question is the Regional Energy and Resource Tables.

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  • A significant part of the answer to that question is the Regional Energy and Resource Tables.
  • The Regional Energy and Resource Tables will gather input from relevant partners and seek to align resources, timelines and regulatory approaches to capitalize on key regional opportunities and priorities.
  • The Regional Energy and Resource Tables will also identify areas in which incremental resources may be required.
  • Phase 2 of the Regional Energy and Resource Tables was launched on October 13, with New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, the Northwest Territories and the Yukon.

Maritime Launch Appoints Prominent Canadian Space Executive, Sylvain Laporte, to Board of Directors

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Tuesday, October 11, 2022
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Maritime Launch Services Inc. (NEO: MAXQ, OTCQB: MAXQF) (Maritime Launch or the Company), owner and operator of Canadas first commercial spaceport, Spaceport Nova Scotia, is pleased to announce the appointment of Sylvain Laporte to the Board of Directors.

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  • Maritime Launch Services Inc. (NEO: MAXQ, OTCQB: MAXQF) (Maritime Launch or the Company), owner and operator of Canadas first commercial spaceport, Spaceport Nova Scotia, is pleased to announce the appointment of Sylvain Laporte to the Board of Directors.
  • Over the last year, Maritime Launch has met a number of key milestones and I am thrilled to join the Board at this critical stage in their development, says Sylvain Laporte.
  • I am looking forward to using my leadership experience to propel Maritime Launch to the next level.
  • Sylvains leadership in space has fundamentally changed the trajectory of Canadas competitive success in the sector, said Sasha Jacob, Chair, Board of Directors.

Government of Canada announces recipients of national tourism support

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Monday, October 3, 2022
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The following four national organizations, tourism sector leaders with a wide reach and valuable expertise, have been selected as recipients of NPS funding: the Tourism Industry Association of Canada ; the Hotel Association of Canada ; the Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada ; and Tourism HR Canada .

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  • The following four national organizations, tourism sector leaders with a wide reach and valuable expertise, have been selected as recipients of NPS funding: the Tourism Industry Association of Canada ; the Hotel Association of Canada ; the Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada ; and Tourism HR Canada .
  • These national organizations have the presence and partnershipsat the national, regional and local levelsto maximize the impact of the government investments aimed at addressing national gaps and priorities.
  • The Government of Canada is helping revitalize the visitor economy by supporting national tourism organizations in strategically planning for, and investing in, COVID-19 recovery efforts for future growth.
  • Organizations receiving Government of Canada support through the National Priorities Stream will help tourism businesses meet existing needs and challenges head on, while preparing for the visitor economy of tomorrow."