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Statement by Dr. Alexander Caudarella on the creation of the Canadian Centre of Recovery Excellence in Alberta

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Friday, April 5, 2024
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As many know, the mental health and substance use landscape in Canada is diverse.

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  • As many know, the mental health and substance use landscape in Canada is diverse.
  • Regional and community differences result in community-specific challenges and should lead to evidence-based, community-specific solutions that are informed and delivered by the people who live there.
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    CCSA was created by Parliament to provide national leadership to address substance use in Canada.
  • The views of CCSA do not necessarily represent the views of the Government of Canada.

“Cutest Pets on Parliament Hill” Photo Contest: Politics and Pets Collide

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
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This unique contest invites parliamentarians, staffers, members of the press gallery, and those with direct ties to the Hill to showcase their beloved pets for a chance to be crowned cutest on the Hill.

Key Points: 
  • This unique contest invites parliamentarians, staffers, members of the press gallery, and those with direct ties to the Hill to showcase their beloved pets for a chance to be crowned cutest on the Hill.
  • "We're excited to bring a touch of whimsy and warmth to Parliament Hill with the return of our Cutest Pets on Parliament Hill photo contest," said Dr. Filejski, CEO of the Canadian Animal Health Institute.
  • "We can't wait to see the incredible diversity of pets and personalities that grace Parliament Hill.
  • A panel of esteemed judges will select the top ten entries based on criteria including overall cuteness, creativity, personality (i.e.

Westray Law 20th anniversary: ‘A historic failure’

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Friday, March 29, 2024
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“The overwhelming majority of these workplace fatalities and injuries were preventable, yet the Westray Law has rarely been used to prosecute employers and hold them criminally accountable.

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  • “The overwhelming majority of these workplace fatalities and injuries were preventable, yet the Westray Law has rarely been used to prosecute employers and hold them criminally accountable.
  • The Westray Law was named in memory of 26 coal miners who were killed in the Westray Mine explosion in Nova Scotia in 1992.
  • “The Westray Law was a historic achievement that promised greater corporate accountability for workplace safety and greater protection for workers,” says Allen Martin, whose brother Glenn, 35, was one of the miners killed in the Westray Mine explosion.
  • On the Westray Law’s 20th anniversary, the USW, supported by the CLC and other labour federations, is ramping up the campaign to pressure governments to take action to address the failure to enforce the law.

Grain Farmers of Ontario calls on Government to Exempt Food Production from the Carbon Tax

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
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Guelph, Ontario, March 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Grain Farmers of Ontario, the province's largest commodity organization, representing Ontario's 28,000 barley, corn, oat, soybean and wheat farmers, today calls on the federal Liberal government to institute a grain drying exemption to the carbon tax ahead of the April 1, 2024 increase.

Key Points: 
  • Guelph, Ontario, March 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Grain Farmers of Ontario, the province's largest commodity organization, representing Ontario's 28,000 barley, corn, oat, soybean and wheat farmers, today calls on the federal Liberal government to institute a grain drying exemption to the carbon tax ahead of the April 1, 2024 increase.
  • Despite the fact that farmers have no viable alternatives to dry grain and must use current technology to ensure that wet grain is dried, the federal government continues to burden farmers with this increasing tax.
  • Farmers are rightfully concerned that they are being penalized for drying their grain when they have no alternatives, and Canadians are rightly confused about why the government is adding costs to food production when there are lineups at food banks across the country," said Jeff Harrison, Chair, Grain Farmers of Ontario.
  • Grain Farmers of Ontario is the province's largest commodity organization, representing Ontario's 28,000 barley, corn, oat, soybean, and wheat farmers.

MIT Technology Review's signature AI conference, EmTech Digital, comes to London April 16-17, 2024

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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CAMBRIDGE, Mass., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- For the first time MIT Technology Review brings its signature AI conference, EmTech Digital, to Europe from 16-17 April in London, United Kingdom. Joining MIT Technology Review's editorial experts on the stage are leaders from Google DeepMind, Meta, BT, the Alan Turing Institute, the European Parliament, and the UK government. This conference will look at harnessing the power of AI and innovation through the lens of safety and global challenges.

Key Points: 
  • MIT's largest AI conference comes to London for the first time, as generative AI continues to dominate the public consciousness and questions surrounding ethics and responsibility grow.
  • CAMBRIDGE, Mass., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- For the first time MIT Technology Review brings its signature AI conference, EmTech Digital , to Europe from 16-17 April in London, United Kingdom.
  • Joining MIT Technology Review's editorial experts on the stage are leaders from Google DeepMind, Meta, BT, the Alan Turing Institute, the European Parliament, and the UK government.
  • The two-day conference will be in-person in City of London, London and on-demand for attendees from around the world.

European Parliament Recognizes Essential Tremor as Official Disease in Ground-Breaking Declaration

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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BRUSSELS, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The European Parliament, in collaboration with Insightec and patient advocacy groups, has taken a historic step forward in the healthcare realm by signing a Joint Declaration to officially recognize essential tremor as a disease. This monumental move promises to enhance the lives of millions who suffer from the most common movement disorder worldwide, affecting an estimated 54 million people.

Key Points: 
  • The Joint Declaration specifically calls for the following:
    The formal recognition of essential tremor as a distinct disease.
  • "Access to treatment options for essential tremor is a matter of equality and social justice," echoes Maarit Matjussi, chair of ScanShakers and chairwoman of the Finnish Essential Tremor Association.
  • "Signing this Joint Declaration, together with Members of the European Parliament and patient associations across Europe, is a pivotal milestone for Insightec and for people living with essential tremor across Europe.
  • Members of the European Parliament, Insightec, and patient groups are united in their commitment to ensuring equal therapy access and improving quality of life for all affected by this disease.

NEW STUDY FINDS NINE IN TEN CANADIANS SUPPORT A FULLY FUNDED CANADA DISABILITY BENEFIT.

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Monday, April 8, 2024
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Although results found overwhelming support for the benefit, Canadians are critical of the pace of implementation and do not trust that government will follow through.

Key Points: 
  • Although results found overwhelming support for the benefit, Canadians are critical of the pace of implementation and do not trust that government will follow through.
  • The Canada Disability Benefit has the potential to be one of Canada's most important programs and could lift nearly one million Canadians out of poverty if fully funded."
  • For Canadians concerned about government debt, a fully funded benefit will reduce these downstream costs, all while helping Canadians with disabilities live a life of dignity.
  • Over 200,000 letters have been sent to MPs across the country expressing support for a fully funded Canada Disability Benefit.

Securing Canada's AI advantage

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Sunday, April 7, 2024
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The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced a $2.4 billion package of measures from the upcoming Budget 2024 to secure Canada's AI advantage.

Key Points: 
  • The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced a $2.4 billion package of measures from the upcoming Budget 2024 to secure Canada's AI advantage.
  • We will also develop a new Canadian AI Sovereign Compute Strategy to catalyze the development of Canadian-owned and located AI infrastructure.
  • Creating a new Canadian AI Safety Institute, with $50 million to further the safe development and deployment of AI.
  • Today's announcement is about investing in innovation and economic growth to secure Canada's world-leading AI advantage today and for generations to come.

Statement by the Prime Minister on the passing of the Honourable Iona Campagnolo

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Saturday, April 6, 2024
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OTTAWA, ON, April 5, 2024 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the passing of the Honourable Iona Campagnolo:

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  • OTTAWA, ON, April 5, 2024 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the passing of the Honourable Iona Campagnolo:
    "Today, I join Canadians in mourning the passing of Iona Campagnolo, a respected politician, former Cabinet minister, and former Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia.
  • She served under my father, Prime Minister Pierre Elliott Trudeau, as Minister of State for Fitness and Amateur Sport, and was a strong voice for women's rights both in Canada and around the world.
  • She was also the first woman to serve as President of the Liberal Party of Canada.
  • "For her decades of tireless service, Mrs. Campagnolo received numerous awards and accolades, including honorary degrees, Indigenous honours, and the Order of British Columbia.

Government of Canada announces support for innovative solutions to address labour challenges in the agriculture and agri-food sector

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Friday, April 5, 2024
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These companies have developed ideas to address challenges such as work productivity, labour shortages, and operational efficiency.

Key Points: 
  • These companies have developed ideas to address challenges such as work productivity, labour shortages, and operational efficiency.
  • -       The Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food
    "Through the Innovative Solutions Canada program, our government empowers SMEs to drive innovation and solve challenges.
  • Our government supports these efforts through Innovative Solutions Canada, assisting small and medium-sized Canadian businesses in developing new inventions that are crucial for the sector.
  • We are grateful to the Innovative Solutions Canada Program and Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada for their support to develop a market ready solution which we can pioneer in Canada."