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MP Chahal announces federal investments to grow Alberta’s aerospace and aviation industry

Over $4.3 million through PrairiesCan to manufacture and commercialize new technologies, connect small- and medium-sized firms with procurement opportunities, and create new career paths for underrepresented groups November 4, 2024 – Edmonton, Alberta – PrairiesCan With more than 500 small- and medium-sized businesses that employ thousands of workers, Alberta’s aerospace and aviation industry is playing…

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NICHI announces Alberta recipients of funding to advance critical Indigenous housing projects in urban, rural and northern areas and address urgent and unmet needs

November 4, 2024 — Edmonton, Treaty 6 Territory, Alberta — Indigenous Services Canada Today, National Indigenous Collaborative Housing Incorporated (NICHI) Chief Executive Officer John Gordon and Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, Patty Hajdu, announced the recipients of NICHI’s expression of need process to address the critical need for safe and affordable…

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Rebuilding after the wildfire: Updates to Parks Canada policies will ensure community of Jasper is better prepared for future challenges while maintaining the unique character of the town

In preparing for the rebuild, planners from Parks Canada and the Municipality of Jasper completed a review of Parks Canada’s existing local development policies for how development can take place in the Town of Jasper. The Jasper Superintendent, in coordination with the Municipality of Jasper administration, approved these updated local policies with the following goals in…

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Businesses can now apply to Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative in the Prairie provinces

Government of Canada invests $200 million to help businesses adopt AI and bring new technologies and solutions to market October 22, 2024 – Edmonton, Alberta – PrairiesCan Artificial Intelligence (AI) represents a transformational opportunity for Canadian businesses. To ensure that Canada stays at the forefront of innovation, the Government of Canada is making strategic investments that…

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Minister Marci Ien Announces Recipients of the Governor General’s Awards in Commemoration of the Persons Case

October 18, 2024 – Calgary, Alberta – Women and Gender Equality Canada Gender equality isn’t a fight that can be done alone. It requires all of us to acknowledge and work towards breaking down the barriers of entry of equitable participation – in all parts of society. This includes having more diverse representation, a fair…

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Changes to AgriStability program saving Alberta farmers time and money

October 17, 2024 – Edmonton, Alberta – Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada Changes to Agriculture Financial Services Corporation (AFSC)’s AgriStability program will reduce paperwork and lower costs for producers. Farmers are vital to Alberta’s economy, providing essential food resources and driving rural prosperity, yet they often face burdensome paperwork and high accounting fees that hinder their…

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