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$13 million federal investment to improve health services in Driftpile Cree Nation through construction of the Mihtatikaw Sipiy Health and Wellness Facility

October 08, 2024 — Driftpile Cree Nation, Treaty 8 Territory, Alberta — Indigenous Services Canada When we invest in healthcare, we invest in the prosperity of our communities. On September 26, 2024, Chief Dwayne Laboucan of Driftpile Cree Nation, along with Council, Elders, community members, and representatives from Indigenous Services Canada, celebrated the start of…

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Health Canada invests $12.29 million in prevention and treatment of cancer for firefighters

October 7, 2024 | Ottawa, Ontario | Health Canada  Across Canada, firefighters put themselves in harm’s way to keep our communities safe, including by helping to fight wildland fires that have increased in severity in recent years due to climate change. Because of their regular exposure to toxic chemicals from burning materials and firefighting foams,…

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Parks Canada recognizes the importance of Penman Textile Mill, in Paris, Ontario, the foundation of the Penman Manufacturing Company which grew from a single mill in 1868 to become the largest woollen knit goods producer in Canada by the end of the century. 

October 5, 2024                                      Toronto, ON                             Parks Canada Today, Parks Canada and the Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada commemorated the national historic significance of Penman Textile Mill at a special plaque unveiling ceremony at Penman Manor…

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Government of Canada to make an announcement on supporting the health and safety of firefighters

Media advisory The Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health will make an announcement about the National Framework on Cancers Linked to Firefighting. October 4, 2024, Ottawa, ON – The Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health will make an announcement about the National Framework on Cancers Linked to Firefighting. The Minister will be accompanied by Yasir…

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Minister Qualtrough highlights government’s significant new support to reduce costs and boost growth for small businesses

Canada’s small- and medium-sized businesses keep main streets flourishing across the country, create good-paying jobs and deliver the dream of entrepreneurship. It is essential that these businesses thrive so they can continue to be the bedrock of our communities and our economy. Today in Vancouver, the Honourable Carla Qualtrough, Minister of Sport and Physical Activity,…

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Canada, Manitoba and Giganawenimaanaanig partner to develop Red Dress Alert

Taking care The Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Crisis Line is a national, toll-free, 24/7 crisis call line that provides support for anyone who requires emotional assistance related to the crisis of missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, Two-Spirit and gender-diverse people. For assistance, call 1-844-413-6649. Trauma-informed support is also available to all…

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