Minister responsible for the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec

D-BOX Technologies Announces Amendments to Loan Facilities with National Bank of Canada and the Business Development Bank of Canada

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Monday, October 16, 2023

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The upsized line of credit will be secured by first-ranking hypothec and security interests on all movable/personal property of the Corporation and its U.S. subsidiary and a guarantee from Export Development Canada.

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The upsized line of credit will be secured by first-ranking hypothec and security interests on all movable/personal property of the Corporation and its U.S. subsidiary and a guarantee from Export Development Canada.
“A special thank you to the Economic Development Agency of Canada for helping us secure the amendments to our line of credit.
The upsizing of our line of credit and the extended maturities on our term loans provide greater flexibility in our treasury management while reducing our financial cost.
“We believe in the growth potential of D-BOX as well as in their business strategy, and are pleased to support them in their future projects.”

Federal, provincial, and territorial ministers responsible for tourism meet to discuss how they can support Canadian tourism's continued growth

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Thursday, October 12, 2023

ST. JOHN'S, NL, Oct. 12, 2023 /CNW/ - The federal, provincial and territorial ministers responsible for tourism today concluded the 2023 Canadian Council of Tourism Ministers (CCTM) meeting.

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ST. JOHN'S, NL, Oct. 12, 2023 /CNW/ - The federal, provincial and territorial ministers responsible for tourism today concluded the 2023 Canadian Council of Tourism Ministers (CCTM) meeting.
Tourism supports multiple industries that accounted for approximately 10 percent of total Canadian jobs and gross domestic product (GDP) in 2022.
As the growth of Indigenous tourism remains a top priority, working groups shared perspectives gleaned from engagement with Indigenous tourism organizations.
The continued growth of Canadian tourism relies on progress in several key areas, most significantly transportation, labour and immigration.

H55 COMMENCES CONSTRUCTION OF ITS NORTH AMERICAN PREMISES AND CANADIAN HEADQUARTERS IN SAINT-HUBERT, LONGUEUIL, QUEBEC

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023

This groundbreaking event signifies a major milestone in H55's commitment to the Canadian market and its ongoing global expansion efforts.

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This groundbreaking event signifies a major milestone in H55's commitment to the Canadian market and its ongoing global expansion efforts.
The establishment of the Canadian subsidiary aligns with H55's international expansion strategy and its commitment to meet the growing demands of its North American customer base.
H55 Canada will work in close collaboration with existing customers, including Pratt & Whitney Canada, CAE, and Harbour Air, for product development, customization, and customer support.
The arrival of H55 in Longueuil not only strengthens our positioning in the aerospace sector but marks a significant milestone in our journey toward establishing an innovation zone duly recognized by Quebec.

Minister Ng wraps up Canada's first Economic Development Week

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Friday, May 26, 2023

This week, ministers Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Official Languages and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, Pascale St-Onge, Minister of Sport and Minister responsible for the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec, Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada and Minister responsible for the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency, Filomena Tassi, Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario, Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, were out across the country to mark Canada's first Economic Development Week.

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This week, ministers Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Official Languages and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, Pascale St-Onge, Minister of Sport and Minister responsible for the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec, Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada and Minister responsible for the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency, Filomena Tassi, Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario, Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, were out across the country to mark Canada's first Economic Development Week.
Minister Ng was in Vancouver to mark the start of this celebratory week and announce $5 million in federal funding for the Chinese Canadian Museum.
"During Economic Development Week, we celebrated businesses that are leading us on a path to success.
– The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development
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Minister St-Onge announces new measures to improve accountability and foster a safe and sustainable culture change in sport

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Thursday, May 11, 2023

The concrete measures I have announced today are part of a long-term shift to turn the tide on a much-needed culture change in sport.

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The concrete measures I have announced today are part of a long-term shift to turn the tide on a much-needed culture change in sport.
The new mandatory requirements will increase the accountability of sport organizations, improve governance practices, and prioritize athlete representation in decision-making structures.
These rules aim to promote a respectful sport culture that offers quality, inclusive, accessible, welcoming, and safe sport experiences.
This foundational code provides the Canadian sport community with a significant tool for preventing and effectively responding to maltreatment in sport.

The BlackPearl Group of Companies Partners with The MiQro Innovation Collaborative Centre (C2MI) to Bridge Product-to-Market Gap

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Monday, April 24, 2023

THE WOODLANDS, Texas, April 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The BlackPearl group of companies, a world-class designer and manufacturer of innovative electronic products, is proud to announce a partnership with the MiQro Innovation Collaborative Centre (C2MI), based in Bromont, Québec, Canada, in alignment with the new initiative discussed by President Joe Biden and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau amid Biden's visit to Canada last month. This partnership aims to strengthen the resilience of the critical North American semiconductor supply chain.

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C2MI's founding partners IBM Canada Ltd, Teledyne MEMS along with Université de Sherbrooke are welcoming BlackPearl as a new Main Partner to complete the center's technology offering.
Located in Bromont, Québec, C2MI is the largest research and development center in Canada dedicated solely to microelectronic systems.
C2MI is at the core of all industrial sectors, integrating components essential to the use and deployment of digital technologies.
To celebrate, C2MI and BlackPearl will be hosting a facility tour and press event on Monday, April 24th from 3:30-6:30 pm at C2MI.

Government of Canada announces financial support for Biathlon Canada

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Wednesday, February 22, 2023

As the single largest investor in Canada's sport system, the Government of Canada is proud of the investments it makes to support Canadian athletes, the national and multisport organizations that support them, and the hosting of international sport events.

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As the single largest investor in Canada's sport system, the Government of Canada is proud of the investments it makes to support Canadian athletes, the national and multisport organizations that support them, and the hosting of international sport events.
Thanks to our support, Biathlon Canada will be able to do exactly that.
We are very grateful to Sport Canada and Minister St-Onge for their support of Biathlon Canada and the Canadian Sport System."
Biathlon Canada is the official governing organization for the sport of biathlon in Canada.

Government of Canada announces financial support for Alpine Canada

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Tuesday, November 22, 2022

As the single largest investor in Canada's sport system, the Government of Canada is proud of the investments it makes to support Canadian athletes, the national and multisport organizations that support them, and the hosting of international sport events.

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As the single largest investor in Canada's sport system, the Government of Canada is proud of the investments it makes to support Canadian athletes, the national and multisport organizations that support them, and the hosting of international sport events.
Our funding of $6.2 million gives Alpine Canada tools to offer safer training environments for all, and better means to support high-performing athletes and conduct daily operations.
"Alpine Canada deeply appreciates the support of the Government of Canada in the hosting of our international events, as well as our shared commitment to provide a healthy, safe and inclusive sport environment for all.
Therese Brisson, President & Chief Executive Officer, Alpine Canada
Alpine Canada is the official governing organization for the sport of alpine skiing in Canada.

Government of Canada announces financial support for Canada Basketball

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Thursday, November 10, 2022

Our $5.6 million in funding gives Canada Basketball and Wheelchair Basketball Canada the tools to offer safer training environments, support high-performing athletes more effectively and conduct daily operations.

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Our $5.6 million in funding gives Canada Basketball and Wheelchair Basketball Canada the tools to offer safer training environments, support high-performing athletes more effectively and conduct daily operations.
As part of this investment in Canada Basketball, Edmonton will welcome visitors from across Canada and around the world for the FIBA Basketball World Cup Qualifiers in 2023.
Canada Basketball is the official governing organization for basketball in Canada.
Wheelchair Basketball Canada is the official governing organization for wheelchair basketball in Canada.

Governments of Canada and Quebec invest nearly $200,000 each to ensure 55 households in rural Quebec can access high-speed Internet services

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Thursday, May 26, 2022

These projects will ensure that 55 households in rural Quebec have access to decent connectivity.

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These projects will ensure that 55 households in rural Quebec have access to decent connectivity.
"This investment will ensure that 55 households inL'piphanie, Boucherville and Bromont, Quebec,can access reliable high-speed Internet services.
The governments of Canada and Quebec today invested nearly $200,000 each to ensure 55 households in rural Quebec can access high-speed Internet services.
Since 2015, Government of Canada funding has supported projects to bring improved Internet speeds to over 1.2 million households in rural and remote communities across Canada.