Government of Canada

The Government of Canada Honours Commander (Ret'd) Rowland Marshall and Lieutenant-Commander (Ret'd) Sherry Richardson as Hometown Heroes

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Thursday, November 30, 2023
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With an eye for adventure on sea and land, Sherry Richardson has contributed to her country and community for decades.

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  • With an eye for adventure on sea and land, Sherry Richardson has contributed to her country and community for decades.
  • To mark the 100th anniversary of the Naval Reserve in 2023, Parks Canada is honoured to add Commander (Ret'd) Rowland Marshall and Lieutenant-Commander (Ret'd) Sherry Richardson to the Hometown Heroes program.
  • "On behalf of the Government of Canada, I'm honoured to recognize Commander (Ret'd) Rowland Marshall and Lieutenant-Commander (Ret'd) Sherry Richardson as Parks Canada Hometown Heroes for their dedication to their community and their contributions to Canada.
  • Commander (Ret'd) Rowland Marshall and Lieutenant-Commander (Ret'd) Sherry Richardson had remarkable experiences throughout their careers and continue to inspire others.

Minister Wilkinson Highlights the 2023 Fall Economic Statement and Related Household Energy Affordability Investments

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Thursday, November 30, 2023
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In response, the 2023 Fall Economic Statement is focused on today's two key challenges.

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  • In response, the 2023 Fall Economic Statement is focused on today's two key challenges.
  • To do so, the 2023 Fall Economic Statement announces the new Canadian Mortgage Charter, which details the relief that Canadians can expect from their banks if they are in financial difficulty.
  • "Our economic plan is about building a strong economy that works for everyone, and the 2023 Fall Economic Statement is the next phase of our plan.
  • New measures in the 2023 Fall Economic Statement are built upon the government's responsible economic plan, which sees Canada maintain both the lowest deficit- and net debt-to-GDP ratios in the G7.

Minister Guilbeault highlights the 2023 Fall Economic Statement, the next phase of the federal government's economic plan to build more housing and support Canadians with their energy bills

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Monday, November 27, 2023
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To do so, the 2023 Fall Economic Statement announces the new Canadian Mortgage Charter, which details the relief that Canadians can expect from their banks if they are in financial difficulty.

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  • To do so, the 2023 Fall Economic Statement announces the new Canadian Mortgage Charter, which details the relief that Canadians can expect from their banks if they are in financial difficulty.
  • Second, the government is accelerating its work to build more homes, faster, and make housing more affordable.
  • "Our economic plan is about building a strong economy that works for everyone, and this Fall Economic Statement is the next phase of our plan.
  • Building more affordable housing for the most vulnerable Canadians with $1 billion for the Affordable Housing Fund, to help build more than 7,000 new homes.

Statement by the Prime Minister on the formation of a new government in New Zealand

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Sunday, November 26, 2023
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OTTAWA, ON, Nov. 26, 2023 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the formation of a new government in New Zealand:

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Nov. 26, 2023 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the formation of a new government in New Zealand:
    "On behalf of the Government of Canada, I congratulate Christopher Luxon on his appointment as Prime Minister and on the formation of a new government in New Zealand.
  • "Canada and New Zealand are close, like-minded partners who believe in the importance of the rules-based international order and the rule of law.
  • We also work closely together as members of the Five Eyes, the United Nations, the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation, and the Commonwealth.
  • "I thank outgoing Prime Minister Chris Hipkins for his partnership over the past year, and I wish him all the best in his future endeavours."

Government of Canada launches consultation on legislative amendments to counter foreign interference in Canada

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Friday, November 24, 2023
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Anyone living in Canada, or Canadians living abroad, are encouraged to share their views through the consultation webpage .

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  • Anyone living in Canada, or Canadians living abroad, are encouraged to share their views through the consultation webpage .
  • Foreign interference poses a threat to all levels of government, the private sector, academia, diaspora communities and the general public.
  • On March 6, 2023, the Government of Canada announced a series of measures to take further action on foreign interference and strengthen Canadians' confidence in our democracy.
  • From March 9 to May 9, 2023, the Government held public consultations to guide the creation of a Foreign Influence Transparency Registry in Canada.

Canada increases support for asylum claimants

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Friday, November 24, 2023
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Responding to the needs of asylum claimants requires collaboration and engagement from all levels of government, and the Government of Canada remains committed to working together on solutions.

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  • Responding to the needs of asylum claimants requires collaboration and engagement from all levels of government, and the Government of Canada remains committed to working together on solutions.
  • I want to extend my gratitude to Minister Miller and the Government of Canada for supporting a new reception centre for asylum claimants.
  • This reception centre is vital for asylum claimants and will help ease the capacity burdens of Peel's emergency shelters."
  • The federal government currently has nearly 3,800 temporary rooms across Canada that are providing housing for over 7,000 asylum claimants.

Government of Canada introduces bill to protect elephants and great apes in captivity

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Thursday, November 23, 2023
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This includes protecting wild species of special concern in captivity, such as elephants and great apes, building on Canada's whale and dolphin captivity laws.

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  • This includes protecting wild species of special concern in captivity, such as elephants and great apes, building on Canada's whale and dolphin captivity laws.
  • In Canada, elephants have been used in the past for performances for entertainment purposes, which this Bill would ban.
  • Bill S-15 fulfills the Government of Canada's mandate commitment to introduce legislation to protect wild animals in captivity.
  • This is the reason I introduced a bill to better protect captive elephants and great apes in 2020.

Government of Canada selects CIBC for updated Green Bond Framework

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Wednesday, November 22, 2023
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TORONTO, Nov. 22, 2023 /CNW/ - CIBC has been selected by the Government of Canada on its recently updated Green Bond Framework as Sole Structuring Advisor.

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  • TORONTO, Nov. 22, 2023 /CNW/ - CIBC has been selected by the Government of Canada on its recently updated Green Bond Framework as Sole Structuring Advisor.
  • CIBC was selected to advise on all aspects of the updated green bond framework to align with the latest sustainable finance developments, including assistance with a second-party opinion from Sustainalytics, confirming alignment with the International Capital Markets Association Green Bond Principles 2021.
  • "With intensifying environmental challenges, Canada's updated green bond framework is an important step in the development of a stronger sustainable finance market," said Siddharth Samarth, Managing Director and Head, Sustainable Finance, CIBC.
  • "As trusted advisors in helping our clients navigate a time of significant change, we're pleased to work with the Government of Canada on this important initiative.

Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst marks five-year anniversary with partnership renewal and $15 million in new funding from Rogers, $1 million from RBC

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023
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RBC also reinforced its support for the Catalyst with an investment of $1 million.

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  • RBC also reinforced its support for the Catalyst with an investment of $1 million.
  • This new funding underscores the shared vision from both companies of driving Canadian leadership in cybersecurity.
  • Having a highly trained cyber workforce is critical to Canada's success," says Adam Evans, Chief Information Security Officer at RBC.
  • "We are deeply grateful for the generous contributions and guidance of our founding partners – thank-you especially to Rogers Communications and RBC for their substantial new investments in the Catalyst.

Call for proposals launched under the Supporting Black Canadian Communities Initiative

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Monday, November 20, 2023
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Under the Supporting Black Canadian Communities Initiative (SBCCI), the Government of Canada is strengthening the capacity of Black-led and Black‑serving community-based organizations across the country by bringing decision-making closer to Black communities to better meet their needs and priorities.

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  • Under the Supporting Black Canadian Communities Initiative (SBCCI), the Government of Canada is strengthening the capacity of Black-led and Black‑serving community-based organizations across the country by bringing decision-making closer to Black communities to better meet their needs and priorities.
  • The National Funders network, which includes Tropicana Community Services, Africa Centre, Black Business Initiative and Groupe 3737, has launched a call for proposals under SBCCI whose application period begins today and remains open until December 15 at 11:59 EST.
  • In recognition of this UN initiative, since 2019, over $175 million has been invested through the Supporting Black Canadian Communities Initiative to celebrate, share knowledge and build capacity in Canada's vibrant Black Canadian communities.
  • Through it, the Government of Canada has provided the Foundation for Black Communities (FFBC) with an endowment of $200 million.