Government of Canada

Government of Canada takes critical step to rebuilding fish stocks

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Thursday, April 28, 2022

Under Canada's Fisheries Act, modernized in 2019, the Government of Canada has taken steps to promote healthier marine ecosystems and more sustainable fish stocks across the country.

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  • Under Canada's Fisheries Act, modernized in 2019, the Government of Canada has taken steps to promote healthier marine ecosystems and more sustainable fish stocks across the country.
  • "It is absolutely critical that Canada's fish stocks be restored, and Canada has made it a legal requirement.
  • The Fish Stocks provisions currently apply to 30 major fish stocks, 16 of which require rebuilding.
  • Under the Fish Stocks provisions, Fisheries and Oceans Canada is required to develop and implement rebuilding plans for the following depleted stocks within the next 24-36 months: Atlantic cod (3 stocks), Atlantic herring, Chinook salmon (2 stocks), Coho salmon, Pacific Herring, American Plaice, Winter flounder, and White hake.

Public Health Notice: Outbreak of norovirus and gastrointestinal illnesses linked to raw oysters from British Columbia

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Investigation findings identified consumption of raw oysters from British Columbia as the source of the outbreak.

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  • Investigation findings identified consumption of raw oysters from British Columbia as the source of the outbreak.
  • As a result, some oyster harvesting areas in British Columbia that were associated with the outbreak were closed as a part of the investigation.
  • Some oyster harvest areas in British Columbia that were associated with illnesses in the outbreak were closed as a part of the investigation.
  • The U.S. CDC also investigated a multistate norovirus outbreak linked to raw oysters from British Columbia.

Series of penalties issued as part of Transport Canada's investigation into the Montréal-Cancun flight of December 30, 2021

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Thursday, April 28, 2022

Following Transport Canada's investigation into the Montral-Cancun flight of December 30, 2021, the Honourable Omar Alghabra, Minister of Transport, announced today that the majority of non-compliant passengers have received penalties.

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  • Following Transport Canada's investigation into the Montral-Cancun flight of December 30, 2021, the Honourable Omar Alghabra, Minister of Transport, announced today that the majority of non-compliant passengers have received penalties.
  • Transport Canada has issued a total of 42 penalties to 37 of the 154 passengers, including 18 penalties for non-compliance of vaccination status, and 24 penalties for not respecting instructions to wear a mask.
  • The results of the investigation will determine if further sanctions will be issued in connection with this flight.
  • The December 30, 2021, flight from Montral to Cancun that Transport Canada is investigating carried a total of 154 passengers.

Government of Canada endorses the Declaration for the Future of the Internet

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Thursday, April 28, 2022

However, in recent years, the Internet has come under threat from bad actors seeking to undermine these benefits and cause harm.

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  • However, in recent years, the Internet has come under threat from bad actors seeking to undermine these benefits and cause harm.
  • That's why the Government of Canada is committed to supporting an Internet that is open, trusted, interoperable and secure for the benefit of all Canadians.
  • Today, the Honourable Franois-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, announced Canada is joining trusted partners in endorsing the Declaration for the Future of the Internet .
  • Canada is joining a diverse set of countries and partners from around the globe in endorsing the Declaration for the Future of the Internet.

Statement by the Prime Minister on the National Day of Mourning

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Thursday, April 28, 2022

OTTAWA, ON, April 28, 2022 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the National Day of Mourning:

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  • OTTAWA, ON, April 28, 2022 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the National Day of Mourning:
    "Today, on the National Day of Mourning , we remember and honour every Canadian worker who has been killed or injured in the workplace.
  • Our thoughts are with all those who live with the pain of these tragedies every day.
  • "The past two years have been difficult, particularly for ourfront-line and essential workers, who played critical roles in helping us through the pandemic.
  • Let us honour them by continuing to make Canada a healthier and safer place to work and live."

Replenish Nutrients partners with industry leader to validate the ROI of its regenerative fertilizers

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CALGARY, Alberta, April 27, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Replenish Nutrients (“Replenish”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of EarthRenew (CSE:ERTH; OTCQB:VVIVF; Frankfurt:WIMN), is announcing its latest field trial program. Replenish is pursuing a three-year project that will provide soil health improvement indicators and quantify on-farm costs associated with their products. With the new trial data, the company will evaluate the actual return on investment (ROI) of its fertilizers, especially for farmers curious about transitioning to more sustainable practices. The company will receive annual results at the end of each growing season.

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  • Replenish Nutrients has received financial and technical support from NRC-IRAP the primary national agency of the Government of Canada, dedicated to science and technology R&D.
  • CALGARY, Alberta, April 27, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Replenish Nutrients (Replenish), a wholly-owned subsidiary of EarthRenew (CSE:ERTH; OTCQB:VVIVF; Frankfurt:WIMN), is announcing its latest field trial program.
  • Replenish is pursuing a three-year project that will provide soil health improvement indicators and quantify on-farm costs associated with their products.
  • Replenish Nutrients delivers leading regenerative fertilizer solutions to support a farm system that puts healthy soils and grower profitability back on the table.

Canada launches new platform for consultations and seeks input on regulatory barriers to trade

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Wednesday, April 27, 2022

Regulatory cooperation is one of many tools that the government uses to improve efficiency and competitiveness in the regulatory system.

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  • Regulatory cooperation is one of many tools that the government uses to improve efficiency and competitiveness in the regulatory system.
  • The Government of Canada works across jurisdictions and with international governments to reduce unnecessary regulatory barriers to trade and competitiveness, while continuing to protect the health, safety, environment and economic well-being of Canadians.
  • Over the coming months, the platform will help gather input on several topics related to improving Canada's regulatory system, including targeted regulatory reviews, and assessing needs regarding public reporting and educational materials.
  • The business, consumer and academic stakeholders on the External Advisory Committee on Regulatory Competitiveness, who provide advice about how to further enhance Canada's regulatory system.

Government of Canada invests in labour mobility to boost skilled trades

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Wednesday, April 27, 2022

The Government is working to improve labour availability by supporting tradespeople to take up jobs across Canada.

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  • The Government is working to improve labour availability by supporting tradespeople to take up jobs across Canada.
  • Canada has a labour shortage, so we're making it more affordable for trades workers and their apprentices to go where the jobs are.
  • "Canada's Building Trades Unions' applauds the Government of Canada for its support for skilled trades workers in Budget 2022.
  • In Canada, young women continue to be less likely to express interest in a career in the skilled trades.

Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada announces a judicial appointment in the province of Québec

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Wednesday, April 27, 2022

OTTAWA, ON, April 27, 2022 /CNW/ - The Honourable David Lametti, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, today announced the following appointment under the judicial application process established in 2016.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, April 27, 2022 /CNW/ - The Honourable David Lametti, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, today announced the following appointment under the judicial application process established in 2016.
  • Justice Legendre replaces Justice M. David (Montral), who elected to become a supernumerary judge effective January 16, 2022.
  • I am confident she will serve the people of Qubec well as a member of the Superior Court."
  • Federal judicial appointments are made by the Governor General, acting on the advice of the federal Cabinet and recommendations from the Minister of Justice.

Supermetrics' Revenue Increased to $40.9 Million, Number of Employees Doubled From Previous Year

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Wednesday, April 27, 2022

The company's turnover increased to $40.9 million, and the result was $6.9 million.

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  • The company's turnover increased to $40.9 million, and the result was $6.9 million.
  • The number of employees has increased by 100% from 137 employees at the end of 2020 to 260 at present.
  • Supermetrics is targeting further substantial growth in 2022 and projecting to double their staff, continue overall revenue growth at 50%, and grow North America market revenue by 60% to keep up with annual pace.
  • Founded in 2013, Supermetrics has 260 employees, with offices in Helsinki, Dublin, Vilnius, Atlanta, and Singapore.