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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.

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  • 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."

Press release - EU job seeker’s aid worth €3 million for 835 dismissed steel workers in Germany

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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On Monday, the Committee on Budgets approved Germany’s request for support from the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for Displaced Workers (EGF).

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  • On Monday, the Committee on Budgets approved Germany’s request for support from the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for Displaced Workers (EGF).
  • Following years of financial losses, a number of restructuring and downsizing measures and a dedicated recovery plan were launched in 2018.
  • The total cost of the proposed measures is €4.97 million, with the EGF covering 60% (€2.98 million) and the remaining funds provided by German national sources.
  • Tailor-made support for dismissed workers
    The support includes guidance, including counselling and vocational orientation, job search assistance like job scouting and participation in job fairs, as well as training offers.

Press release - EU job seeker’s aid worth €1.9 million for 390 dismissed workers in Denmark

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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On Monday, the Committee on Budgets approved Denmark’s request for support from the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for Displaced Workers (EGF).

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  • On Monday, the Committee on Budgets approved Denmark’s request for support from the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for Displaced Workers (EGF).
  • Danish Crown is a group of food companies engaged in the butchery, processing and sale of pork and beef.
  • As a result, Danish Crown decided to close one of its six slaughterhouses in Denmark, laying off 390 workers.
  • Another focus will be on language skills, as 41% of the dismissed workers are not fluent in Danish.

Press release - Deal on trade support for Ukraine with more protection for EU farmers

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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These unilateral trade liberalisation measures will help stabilise the Ukrainian economy and facilitate the country’s gradual integration into the EU’s internal market.

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  • These unilateral trade liberalisation measures will help stabilise the Ukrainian economy and facilitate the country’s gradual integration into the EU’s internal market.
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    Rapporteur Sandra Kalniete (EPP, LV) said: "The ripple effects of Russia's relentless targeting of Ukraine and its economy are being felt by EU farmers.
  • Under this new agreement with the Council, we have fortified safeguards to protect EU farmers in case of market turbulence sparked by Ukrainian imports.
  • The current trade measures expire on 5 June 2024, and new regulations should enter into force immediately following this date.

REPEAT -- Actions Across the Country to Mark Anti-Racism Day, Launch #MigrantSpring to Call on PM Trudeau to Ensure Equality & Status

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Saturday, March 16, 2024
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WHAT: Migrant workers, students, refugees, undocumented people, and supporters marking International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination and launching #MigrantSpring.

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  • WHAT: Migrant workers, students, refugees, undocumented people, and supporters marking International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination and launching #MigrantSpring.
  • Spring is set to begin on March 19, and Parliament will rise for two weeks following the week starting on March 18, 2024.
  • Why #MigrantSpring launch to mark International Day for Elimination of Racism:
    Immigration Minister Marc Miller pledged to bring regularization to the Cabinet in the Spring.
  • #MigrantSpring calls for a program that ensures permanent resident status for all undocumented people without exclusions.

REPEAT -- Actions Across the Country to Mark Anti-Racism Day, Launch #MigrantSpring to Call on PM Trudeau to Ensure Equality & Status

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Friday, March 15, 2024
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WHAT: Migrant workers, students, refugees, undocumented people, and supporters marking International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination and launching #MigrantSpring.

Key Points: 
  • WHAT: Migrant workers, students, refugees, undocumented people, and supporters marking International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination and launching #MigrantSpring.
  • Spring is set to begin on March 19, and Parliament will rise for two weeks following the week starting on March 18, 2024.
  • Why #MigrantSpring launch to mark International Day for Elimination of Racism:
    Immigration Minister Marc Miller pledged to bring regularization to the Cabinet in the Spring.
  • #MigrantSpring calls for a program that ensures permanent resident status for all undocumented people without exclusions.

Actions Across the Country to Mark Anti-Racism Day, Launch #MigrantSpring to Call on PM Trudeau to Ensure Equality & Status

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
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WHAT: Migrant workers, students, refugees, undocumented people, and supporters marking International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination and launching #MigrantSpring.

Key Points: 
  • WHAT: Migrant workers, students, refugees, undocumented people, and supporters marking International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination and launching #MigrantSpring.
  • Spring is set to begin on March 19, and Parliament will rise for two weeks following the week starting on March 18, 2024.
  • Why #MigrantSpring launch to mark International Day for Elimination of Racism:
    Immigration Minister Marc Miller pledged to bring regularization to the Cabinet in the Spring.
  • #MigrantSpring calls for a program that ensures permanent resident status for all undocumented people without exclusions.

Actions Across the Country to Mark Anti-Racism Day, Launch #MigrantSpring to Call on PM Trudeau to Ensure Equality & Status

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, March 14, 2024
Cabinet, Elimination, Bronson Centre, Deportation, Immigrant Workers Centre, Scapegoating, Visa, SFU, Federation, Risk, International, Madhu Verma, Domestic, Racial discrimination, Legislative assembly, MAC, Student, Parliament, Housing, Language, Bronson Avenue, Xenophobia, Refugee

WHAT: Migrant workers, students, refugees, undocumented people, and supporters marking International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination and launching #MigrantSpring.

Key Points: 
  • WHAT: Migrant workers, students, refugees, undocumented people, and supporters marking International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination and launching #MigrantSpring.
  • Spring is set to begin on March 19, and Parliament will rise for two weeks following the week starting on March 18, 2024.
  • Why #MigrantSpring launch to mark International Day for Elimination of Racism:
    Immigration Minister Marc Miller pledged to bring regularization to the Cabinet in the Spring.
  • #MigrantSpring calls for a program that ensures permanent resident status for all undocumented people without exclusions.

The Canadian Teachers’ Federation Launches Campaign Urging Federal Government to Fund a Pan-Canadian School Food Program

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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OTTAWA, March 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Canadian Teachers’ Federation (CTF/FCE) has launched a nationwide campaign advocating that a Pan-Canadian School Food Program be included in the 2024 Federal Budget.

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  • OTTAWA, March 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Canadian Teachers’ Federation (CTF/FCE) has launched a nationwide campaign advocating that a Pan-Canadian School Food Program be included in the 2024 Federal Budget.
  • The initiative aims to address the critical issue of food insecurity among students, ensuring that no child goes to school on an empty stomach.
  • A Pan-Canadian School Food Program would alleviate food insecurity and contribute to a healthier school environment for all.”
    As the only G7 country without a national school food program, Canada needs the government to take this transformative action to improve the educational, economic, and health outcomes for generations of Canadians to come.
  • Pan-Canadian School Food Program Online Tool: https://win.newmode.net/ctffce/pancanadianschoolfoodprogram