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Government of Canada to announce continued progress on National Shipbuilding Strategy


For immediate release

ST. THOMAS, Ontario, December 7, 2016 – Kate Young, Member of Parliament for London West, on behalf of the Honourable Judy M. Foote, Minister of Public Services and Procurement, will make an announcement in support of the Canadian Coast Guard’s small vessel construction program.

Date: December 8, 2016
Time: 11 am
Location: Kanter Marine Inc.
11 Barrie Boulevard
St. Thomas, Ontario

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Annie Trépanier
Office of the Honourable Judy M. Foote
819-997-5421

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Government of Canada Supports Ontario Firm Through Build in Canada Innovation Program


For Immediate Release

December 5, 2016 — Markham, Ontario — Public Services and Procurement Canada

The Government of Canada is committed to growing the economy and the middle class, and helping those working hard to join it. Through the Build in Canada Innovation Program, the Government of Canada is investing in Canadian innovations to create inclusive and sustainable economic growth for communities across Canada.

The Honourable John McCallum, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship and Member of Parliament for Markham–Thornhill, on behalf of the Honourable Judy M. Foote, Minister of Public Services and Procurement, today announced that the Government of Canada is investing in an innovative emergency response vehicle that can hover above water, land and snow.

Interconn Development Ltd., of Markham, Ontario, received a $297,045 contract for the Amphibious Trimaran with Aerostatic Discharge. This light amphibious vehicle transports passengers and cargo using an air cushion technology that allows it to provide evacuation and search and rescue functions in harsh conditions where helicopters cannot fly. The innovation will be tested by National Defence and the Canadian Armed Forces.

The investment was made through the Build in Canada Innovation Program, which helps Canadian innovators land their first sale and get their innovations tested by the Government of Canada. This program is just one of the many ways the Government of Canada supports innovation and small and medium-sized businesses across Canada.

Canadian innovators can submit their proposals on the program’s website.

Quotes

“Interconn Development Ltd. has developed a cutting-edge product to help Canadians receive search and rescue services year-round. Our Government is committed to growing the economy and the middle class, and helping those working hard to join it. By matching innovative products with government needs, the Build in Canada Innovation Program helps Canadian companies move their products from the testing phase to the marketplace.”


The Honourable Judy M. Foote
Minister of Public Services and Procurement

“Companies like Interconn Development Ltd. help deliver aid to Canadians in times of need in severe and everyday circumstances. Through the Build in Canada Innovation Program, the Government of Canada is helping companies get their innovative goods and services from the lab into domestic and international markets.”


The Honourable John McCallum
Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship and Member of Parliament for Markham–Thornhill

“The Build in Canada Innovation Program is a great solution to help Canadian innovators land their first sale and have their innovations tested in real-life settings. It’s often hard for companies to reach new markets without having references and recommendations from previous buyers. Having the Government of Canada as a first customer has helped our company expand our business and it has helped us promote our innovation to other potential buyers.”


Roman Korotin
CEO, Interconn Development Ltd.

Quick Facts

  • Interconn Development Ltd. is an innovative Canadian company dedicated to creating a new class of light amphibious vehicle.

  • The Amphibious Trimaran with Aerostatic Discharge is a cost-effective innovation built to travel in areas where conventional vehicles cannot operate effectively or in a timely matter during emergencies.

  • Over 200 contracts have been awarded under the Build in Canada Innovation Program, including 86 in Ontario, bringing Canadian companies one step closer to selling to domestic and international markets.

  • More than $75 million has been awarded in contracts since the Build in Canada Innovation Program began in 2010.

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Government of Canada proposes stronger regulations to protect children from exposure to lead and cadmium


Proposals would strengthen current limits on lead in consumer products and set regulatory limits for cadmium in children’s jewellery

December 2, 2016 – Ottawa, ON – Health Canada

Young children are curious, always learning and constantly exploring new objects and environments. As they do so, they need to be protected from the possibility of exposure to toxic substances in children’s products.

Exposure to lead and cadmium may pose a significant health risk to humans, especially young children who may chew, suck or swallow items made with lead or cadmium. Current science indicates that exposure to even very low levels of lead or cadmium may be harmful to children.

This is why Health Canada is moving forward to further strengthen the restrictions for these toxic metals in children’s products by publishing the proposed Consumer Products Containing Lead Regulations and proposed amendments to the Children’s Jewellery Regulations for public consultation, under the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act (CCPSA).

The amendments to the Children’s Jewellery Regulations propose to further reduce the current limit on lead in children’s jewellery and set a strict limit for cadmium in children’s jewellery items small enough to be swallowed.

The proposed Consumer Products Containing Lead Regulations will broaden the strict limits for lead in consumer products that children are likely to be in contact with to include:

  • Toys for children 3 to 14 years old;

  • Children’s clothing and accessories;

  • Products whose primary purpose is to facilitate the relaxation, sleep, hygiene, carrying or transportation of a child less than four years of age.

The Government of Canada encourages Canadians to review the proposed regulatory changes and to submit feedback to Health Canada by February 15, 2016.

Health Canada continues to recommend to parents and caregivers that young children not be allowed to wear or play with adult jewellery. The Department also recommends that parents and caregivers discourage children from putting things into their mouths unless they are intended to be mouthed (like food and pacifiers).

Quick Facts

  • The amendments being proposed are part of Health Canada’s Lead Risk Reduction Strategy for Consumer Products, which aims to help reduce lead exposure by introducing lead content limits for products to which children are most likely to be exposed.

  • Lead and cadmium are naturally occurring toxic metals. Health Canada set the proposed limits for lead and cadmium based on scientific evidence of risks to human health.

  • Currently there is a 90 mg/kg total lead limit for toys intended for children under three years of age. This limit is being expanded to include more consumer products, including children’s jewellery.

  • There is presently no specific regulatory limit in Canada for cadmium in children’s jewellery. While cadmium tastes bitter, and it is unlikely that children will suck or chew on items made with cadmium, the Department’s proposed limit of 130 mg/kg total cadmium will help protect children who may accidentally swallow a children’s jewellery item.

  • Risk assessments by Health Canada scientists have determined that a 90 mg/kg total lead limit and 130 mg/kg cadmium limit effectively precludes the intentional addition of lead to products during the manufacturing process and helps protect children against toxicity associated with exposure to these metals.

  • This strict lead limit is similar to the limits in place in the European Union and the United States.

Quotes

“Parents and caregivers should have confidence that the children’s products they purchase in Canada are safe. The changes proposed by Health Canada today will further strengthen existing regulations on lead limits and introduce new limits for cadmium to help protect our children.”

Jane Philpott
Minister of Health

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Andrew MacKendrick
Office of Jane Philpott
Minister of Health
613-957-0200

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Chaudiere Crossing – lane reductions


For immediate release

GATINEAU, Quebec, December 2, 2016 – Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise motorists of lane reductions on the Chaudiere Crossing from December 2, 2016, to January 27, 2017, as described below:

  • December 2, 2016: periodic lane reductions from 9 am to 3 pm

  • December 7 to 23, 2016: complete closure of the Ottawa-bound lanes

  • January 2 to 16, 2017: complete closure of the Ottawa-bound lanes

  • January 16 to 27, 2017: complete closure of the Gatineau-bound lanes

Traffic will be permitted in both directions; one northbound and one southbound lane will remain open at all times. All lanes will remain open from December 24, 2016, to January 2, 2017.

Pedestrians and cyclists will not be affected by these lane reductions.

These lane reductions are necessary to conduct general maintenance on the bridge.

The schedule may change because of weather conditions.

PSPC thanks users for their patience.

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Chaudiere Crossing – lane reductions


For immediate release

GATINEAU, Quebec, December 1, 2016 – Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise motorists of lane reductions on the Chaudiere Crossing from December 2, 2016, to January 27, 2017, as described below:

  • December 2, 2016: periodic lane reductions from 9 am to 3 pm

  • December 7 to 23, 2016: complete closure of the Gatineau-bound lanes

  • January 2 to 16, 2017: complete closure of the Gatineau-bound lanes

  • January 16 to 27, 2017: complete closure of the Ottawa-bound lanes

Traffic will be permitted in both directions; one northbound and one southbound lane will remain open at all times. All lanes will remain open from December 24, 2016, to January 2, 2017.

Pedestrians and cyclists will not be affected by these lane reductions.

These lane reductions are necessary to conduct general maintenance on the bridge.

The schedule may change because of weather conditions.

PSPC thanks users for their patience.

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Canada Invests in Training Its Soldiers


For Immediate Release

Ensuring In-Service Support for the Weapon Effects Simulation System

November 25, 2016 – Gatineau, Que.

The Government of Canada is building a more agile, better-equipped military, while ensuring the best value for Canadians. On September 29, 2016, the Government exercised a contract option to extend the weapon effects simulation (WES) system in-service support contract with Cubic Global Defense.

The military uses simulation systems, such as the WES system, within rural and urban settings to train soldiers. The WES system integrates electronic components on weapons, soldiers and vehicle platforms used in combat with lasers to create realistic training outcomes. As well, the WES system provides precise feedback on the soldier’s performance during the simulation to monitor the effectiveness of individual and collective skills.

The contract option will extend the in-service support of the WES system by five years, from October 2016 to October 2021. The total value of this contract option is approximately $200 million.

Exercising this contract option solidifies the continued employment of approximately 25 Canadian employees under contract with Cubic Global Defense.

Quotes

“The Government of Canada is committed to providing our men and women in uniform with the equipment they need, when they need it. This contract will ensure continued in-service support for the weapon effects simulation system for five more years.”


The Honourable Judy M. Foote
Minister of Public Services and Procurement

“Our government is committed to ensuring that our soldiers are trained and prepared to meet the realities and challenges they face on operations. This system supports the Canadians Armed Forces by providing a realistic but simulated combat setting for training.”


The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan
Minister of National Defence

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