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Harper Government invests in projects to support Canadian seniors

Wed, 15 May 2013 16:45:00 GMT

Seniors across the country will soon have new opportunities to use their leadership abilities, energy and skills to continue to make a difference in their communities through the New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP). The announcement was made today in Vancouver by the Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors).

The Honourable Steven Fletcher will announce Government of Canada support for the New Horizons for Seniors Program in Manitoba

Tue, 14 May 2013 20:09:00 GMT

The Honourable Steven Fletcher, Minister of State (Transport) and Member of Parliament for Charleswood-St. James-Assiniboia, on behalf of the Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), will announce Government of Canada support for the New Horizons for Seniors Program in Manitoba.

Minister of State Bernier Meets With Calgary Entrepreneurs

Tue, 14 May 2013 19:35:00 GMT

Calgary, Alberta, May 14, 2013-The Honourable Maxime Bernier, Minister of State (Small Business and Tourism), today met with local small business entrepreneurs and members of the Calgary Chamber of Commerce. He listened to the priorities of Calgary entrepreneurs while underscoring the Harper Government's recent efforts to help small and medium-sized enterprises (SME) through Economic Action Plan 2013.

The Honourable Bal Gosal will announce Government of Canada support for the New Horizons for Seniors Program in Ontario

Tue, 14 May 2013 19:17:00 GMT

The Honourable Bal Gosal, Minister of State (Sport) and Member for Parliament for Bramalea-Gore-Milton, on behalf of the Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), will announce Government of Canada support for the New Horizons for Seniors Program in Ontario.

The Honourable Bal Gosal will announce Government of Canada support to the Tourette Syndrome Foundation of Canada

Tue, 14 May 2013 17:00:00 GMT

The Honourable Bal Gosal, Minister of State (Sport) and Member of Parliament for Bramalea-Gore-Malton, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will announce Government of Canada support to the Tourette Syndrome Foundation of Canada.

Minister of State Goodyear to Deliver Address at PackEx Toronto

Mon, 13 May 2013 18:27:00 GMT

Event date: May 14, 2013 — The Honourable Gary Goodyear, Minister of State (Science and Technology), will deliver the keynote address at PackEx, Canada's packaging and processing industry trade show.

Harper government invests to help Vancouver youth get jobs

Fri, 17 May 2013 20:30:00 GMT

The Harper government is providing support for youth in the greater Vancouver area to help them gain the skills, knowledge and experience they need to enter and succeed in the job market. The announcement was made by Dr. Kellie Leitch, Parliamentary Secretary to the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.

Jeff Watson will announce Government of Canada support to the Windsor-Essex Therapeutic Riding Association

Thu, 16 May 2013 15:28:00 GMT

Jeff Watson, Member of Parliament for Essex, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development Canada, will announce Government of Canada support to the Windsor-Essex Therapeutic Riding Association.

Harper Government Announces Supportto End Violence Against Aboriginal Women and Girls in Northern Alberta

Thu, 16 May 2013 15:00:00 GMT

The Honourable Rona Ambrose, Minister of Public Works and Government Services and Minister for Status of Women, today announced Harper Government support for a new project that will tackle violence against women and girls in an Aboriginal community in Northern Alberta. The Minister was joined by the Honourable Laurie Hawn, Member of Parliament for Edmonton Centre.

PackEx 2013

Wed, 15 May 2013 20:00:00 GMT

Thank you. And good morning, everyone. It's a pleasure to be here at PackEx. My visit with you today got me thinking about just how pervasive packaging is in our daily lives. So from the time I got up this morning, I paid attention to the packaging that I encountered. And although it's the end product that most people pay attention to, your product-packaging-is ubiquitous.

Harper government invests in projects to support Canadian seniors

Wed, 15 May 2013 20:00:00 GMT

Seniors across the country will soon have new opportunities to use their leadership abilities, energy and skills to continue to make a difference in their communities through the New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP). The Honourable Steven Fletcher, Minister of State (Transport) and Member of Parliament for Charleswood-St. James-Assiniboia, on behalf of the Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), made the announcement today while speaking to members of the North Point Douglas Seniors Association.

Michelle Rempel will make an announcement to assist local youth

Mon, 13 May 2013 19:00:00 GMT

Michelle Rempel, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of the Environment and Member of Parliament for Calgary Centre-North, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will make an announcement to assist local youth.

Government of Canada helps people with disabilities in Winnipeg gain job skills

Mon, 13 May 2013 16:30:00 GMT

The Government of Canada will help people with physical disabilities in Winnipeg develop the skills, knowledge and experience they need to find jobs. The Honourable Steven Fletcher, Minister of State for Transport and Member of Parliament for Charleswood-St. James-Assiniboia, made the announcement today on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.

Harper government invests in projects to support Canadian seniors

Wed, 15 May 2013 18:30:00 GMT

Seniors across the country will soon have new opportunities to use their leadership abilities, energy and skills to continue to make a difference in their communities through the New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP). The Honourable Bal Gosal, Minister of State (Sport) and Member of Parliament for BramaleaGoreMalton, on behalf of the Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), made the announcement today while speaking to members of Punjabi Community Health Services (PCHS).

Minister Raitt promotes healthy, safe and inclusive work environments at Walk to Fight Arthritis Launch

Wed, 15 May 2013 16:56:00 GMT

The Honourable Lisa Raitt, Canada's Labour Minister, spoke to attendees at the Arthritis Society Walk to Fight Arthritis Media Launch 2013. Minister Raitt highlighted the Government's commitment to healthier, safer and more inclusive workplaces while raising awareness of issues surrounding arthritis.

Harper Government invests in projects to support Canadian seniors

Wed, 15 May 2013 16:45:00 GMT

Seniors across the country will soon have new opportunities to use their leadership abilities, energy and skills to continue to make a difference in their communities through the New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP). The Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), made the announcement today while speaking to members of The Salvation Army in Vancouver.

Harper government invests in projects to support Canadian seniors

Wed, 15 May 2013 16:45:00 GMT

Seniors across the country will soon have new opportunities to use their leadership abilities, energy and skills to continue to make a difference in their communities through the New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP). The Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of National Revenue and Minister for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, on behalf of the Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), made the announcement today while speaking to members of the East Prince Seniors Initiative.

The Honourable Julian Fantino will announce Government of Canada support to multiple projects under the New Horizons for Seniors Program

Wed, 15 May 2013 14:00:00 GMT

The Honourable Julian Fantino, Minister of International Cooperation and Member of Parliament for Vaughan, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will announce Government of Canada support to multiple projects under the New Horizons for Seniors Program.

Government of Canada invests to help youth in Calgary get jobs

Tue, 14 May 2013 19:25:00 GMT

The Government of Canada is providing support for youth in Calgary to help them gain the skills, knowledge and experience they need to enter and succeed in the job market. The announcement was made by Michelle Rempel, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of the Environment and Member of Parliament for Calgary Centre-North, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.

Minister Goodyear Talks to Manufacturers and Stakeholders

Tue, 14 May 2013 15:00:00 GMT

Toronto, Ontario-The Honourable Gary Goodyear, Minister of State for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), highlighted the Government of Canada's support for manufacturers at the PACKEX Manufacturing Conference at the Toronto Congress Centre today. Following the Conference, Minister Goodyear met with manufacturers and stakeholders to seek input on the new Advanced Manufacturing Fund in Ontario.

The Honourable Peter Van Loan will make an important announcement

Mon, 13 May 2013 22:03:00 GMT

The Honourable Peter Van Loan, Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will make an important announcement.

Government of Canada supports seniors in Markham

Mon, 13 May 2013 21:00:00 GMT

Seniors in Markham will benefit from more social opportunities and will learn new skills, thanks to support from the New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP). The Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), made the announcement today.

Government of Canada invests to help youth in Winnipeg get jobs

Mon, 13 May 2013 15:30:00 GMT

The Government of Canada is providing support for youth in Winnipeg to help them gain the skills, knowledge and experience they need to enter and succeed in the job market. The announcement was made by Shelly Glover, Member of Parliament for Saint Boniface, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.

Government of Canada supports participation of people with disabilities in all aspects of life

Fri, 17 May 2013 15:00:00 GMT

People living with disabilities in the Windsor-Essex region will benefit from a new project designed to meet their growing needs and support them in achieving their full potential. The announcement was made today by Jeff Watson, Member of Parliament for Essex, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.

Harper government invests in projects to support Canadian seniors

Wed, 15 May 2013 19:30:00 GMT

Seniors across the country will soon have new opportunities to use their leadership abilities, energy and skills to continue to make a difference in their communities through the New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP). The Honourable Tim Uppal, Minister of State for Democratic Reform and Member of Parliament for Edmonton¿Sherwood Park, on behalf of the Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), made the announcement today while speaking to members of the Alberta Caregivers Association.

Government of Canada supports essential skills in the trucking industry

Wed, 15 May 2013 14:00:00 GMT

Workers and employers in the trucking industry can look forward to learning more about improving safety and increased productivity as a result of funding provided by the Government of Canada. The announcement was made by Scott Armstrong, Member of Parliament for Cumberland-Colchester-Musquodoboit Valley, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.

The Honourable Tim Uppal will announce Government of Canada support for the New Horizons for Seniors Program in Alberta and Saskatchewan

Tue, 14 May 2013 19:37:00 GMT

The Honourable Tim Uppal, Minister of State (Democratic Reform) and Member of Parliament for Edmonton-Sherwood Park, on behalf of the Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), will announce Government of Canada support for the New Horizons for Seniors Program in Alberta and Saskatchewan.

The Honourable Alice Wong will announce Government of Canada funding for the New Horizons Seniors Program projects across Canada

Tue, 14 May 2013 18:58:00 GMT

The Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), will announce Government of Canada funding for the New Horizons Seniors Program projects across Canada.

The Honourable Gail Shea will announce Government of Canada support for the New Horizons for Seniors Program in Prince Edward Island

Tue, 14 May 2013 14:55:00 GMT

The Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of National Revenue, Minister for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency and Member of Parliament for Egmont, on behalf of the Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), will announce Government of Canada support for the New Horizons for Seniors Program in Prince Edward Island.

The Honourable Bernard Valcourt will announce Government of Canada support to help Canadians overcome barriers to employment

Mon, 13 May 2013 17:22:00 GMT

The Honourable Bernard Valcourt, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development and Member of Parliament for Madawaska-Restigouche, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will announce Government of Canada support to help Canadians overcome barriers to employment.

Government of Canada Supports Innovative Entrepreneurs in Southern Ontario

Thu, 16 May 2013 17:00:00 GMT

Guelph, Ontario-An investment of $367,500 from the Government of Canada will allow Bioenterprise Corporation to provide business skills training and seed financing to 10 science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) entrepreneurs who are looking to launch businesses in southern Ontario's agri-technology sector. The investment was announced today by Stephen Woodworth, Member of Parliament for Kitchener Centre, on behalf of the Honourable Gary Goodyear, Minister of State for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario).

Government of Canada invests in projects to support Ontario seniors

Thu, 16 May 2013 14:00:00 GMT

Seniors in Vaughan will benefit from over $230,000 in federal funding which will facilitate physical and recreational activities, increase seniors' social participation and raise awareness of elder abuse.

Dr. Kellie Leitch will be holding round table discussions with key stakeholders about the Canada Job Grant and Temporary Foreign Worker Program in Regina

Wed, 15 May 2013 21:12:00 GMT

Dr. Kellie Leitch, Parliamentary Secretary to the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will be holding round table discussions with key stakeholders about the Canada Job Grant and Temporary Foreign Worker Program in Regina.

The Honourable Lisa Raitt will highlight the Government's commitment to healthier, safer and more inclusive workplaces while raising awareness of arthritis-related issues at the media launch for The Arthritis Society's Walk to Fight Arthritis

Tue, 14 May 2013 20:03:00 GMT

The Honourable Lisa Raitt, Canada's Labour Minister, will highlight the Government's commitment to healthier, safer and more inclusive workplaces while raising awareness of arthritis-related issues at the media launch for The Arthritis Society's Walk to Fight Arthritis.

Government of Canada supports essential skills in the manufacturing sector

Tue, 14 May 2013 13:00:00 GMT

Both employers and workers in the manufacturing sector will benefit from a project that will promote essential skills development in the workplace as a result of funding provided by the Government of Canada. The announcement was made by the Honourable Bernard Valcourt, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development and Member of Parliament for Madawaska-Restigouche, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.

Government of Canada Supports Business Growth and Exports in Toronto

Fri, 17 May 2013 14:06:00 GMT

Toronto, Ontario-The Honourable Peter Van Loan, Member of Parliament for YorkSimcoe, on behalf of the Honourable Gary Goodyear, Minister of State for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), today announced contributions of up to $3.27 million for two projects. The projects will support the efforts of Ontario businesses to increase international market share for their high-value exports. The announcement was made at Polar Mobile's office in Toronto.

Canada providing further humanitarian assistance to Somalis

Tue, 14 May 2013 12:57:00 GMT

Millions of Somalis are living in crisis due to prolonged conflict and widespread food insecurity, resulting in acute malnutrition and displacement. Today, following a townhall held to discuss the current challenges in Somalia, Ted Opitz, Member of Parliament for Etobicoke Centre, announced on behalf of the Honourable Julian Fantino, Minister of International Cooperation, further life-saving assistance in response to humanitarian appeals for the people of Somalia.

Minister of State Bernier Meets With Regina Entrepreneurs

Mon, 13 May 2013 20:00:00 GMT

Regina, Saskatchewan, May 13, 2013-Today, the Honourable Maxime Bernier, Minister of State (Small Business and Tourism), met with local small business entrepreneurs who are members of the Canadian Federation of Independent Business. He listened to the priorities of Regina entrepreneurs while underscoring the Harper Government's recent efforts to help small and medium-sized enterprises (SME) through Economic Action Plan 2013.

Government of Canada invests to help youth with disabilities in the New Glasgow area get jobs

Mon, 13 May 2013 16:00:00 GMT

The Government of Canada is providing support for youth in the New Glasgow area to help them gain the skills, knowledge and experience they need to enter and succeed in the job market. The announcement was made by the Honourable Peter MacKay, Minister of National Defence and Member of Parliament for Central Nova, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.

Government of Canada Launches the New seniors.gc.ca

Thu, 16 May 2013 18:30:00 GMT

The Honourable Alice Wong, Canada's Minister of State for Seniors, along with the Honourable George VanderBurg, Alberta's Associate Minister of Seniors, were in Calgary today at the West Hillhurst Go-Getters Association to announce the launch of the newly revamped seniors.gc.ca, a central source of information for seniors, their families, and caregivers.

The Honourable Alice Wong will make an announcement that will help seniors and their families

Wed, 15 May 2013 19:47:00 GMT

The Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), accompanied by the Honourable George VanderBurg, Associate Minister of Seniors, will make an announcement that will help seniors and their families.

Scott Armstrong will announce Government of Canada support to the Trucking Human Resource Sector Council

Tue, 14 May 2013 14:40:00 GMT

Scott Armstrong, Member of Parliament for Cumberland-Colchester-Musquodoboit Valley, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development Canada, will announce Government of Canada support to the Trucking Human Resource Sector Council.

Harper Government conducting consultations on Canada Job Grant across the country

Tue, 14 May 2013 14:19:00 GMT

The Honourable Peter Van Loan, Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, today announced a series of cross-Canada roundtable discussions with stakeholders on the new Canada Job Grant, an Economic Action Plan 2013 initiative that will create jobs by transforming the way Canadians receive skills training.

Minister of State Bernier to Deliver Keynote Address to Calgary Entrepreneurs

Mon, 13 May 2013 15:58:00 GMT

Event date: May 14, 2013 — The Honourable Maxime Bernier, Minister of State (Small Business and Tourism), will deliver a keynote address to the Calgary Chamber of Commerce. Minister of State Bernier will hold a media availability after his remarks.

Dr. Kellie Leitch will make an announcement to assist local youth

Thu, 16 May 2013 20:08:00 GMT

Dr. Kellie Leitch, Parliamentary Secretary to the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will make an announcement to assist local youth.

Government of Canada Supports Community Partnerships in Eastern Ontario

Wed, 15 May 2013 18:03:00 GMT

Thanks to Government of Canada support, Groupe Convex Prescott-Russell will work with community partners to address the needs of the region's vulnerable groups, such as youth, seniors and people with disabilities.

Government of Canada supports full participation of people with disabilities

Wed, 15 May 2013 17:00:00 GMT

People living with and caring for others with Tourette syndrome will benefit from increased support aimed at bridging gaps in information and services available to them. The announcement was made today by the Honourable Bal Gosal, Minister of State (Sports) and Member of Parliament for Bramalea-Gore-Malton, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.

Minister of State Bernier Meets With Winnipeg Entrepreneurs

Wed, 15 May 2013 17:00:00 GMT

Winnipeg, Manitoba, May 15, 2013-The Honourable Maxime Bernier, Minister of State (Small Business and Tourism), today met with representatives of the Winnipeg entrepreneurial community at a roundtable hosted by the Frontier Centre for Public Policy. He listened to the priorities of Winnipeg entrepreneurs while underscoring the Harper Government's recent efforts to help small and medium-sized enterprises (SME) through Economic Action Plan 2013.

Creating Jobs and Growth Through Innovation Minister of State Goodyear Speaks at Canada's Packaging Industry Trade Show

Tue, 14 May 2013 13:30:00 GMT

Toronto, Ontario, May 14, 2013-The Honourable Gary Goodyear, Minister of State (Science and Technology), today addressed attendees of PackEx 2013, Canada's packaging and processing industry trade show, and delivered opening remarks on the importance of innovation, the adoption of new technologies, and the benefits of government-industry collaboration to create jobs, growth and long-term prosperity.

Minister Raitt commends inaugural agreement between Potlotek First Nation and United Food and Commercial Workers Canada

Mon, 13 May 2013 17:09:00 GMT

Today, the Honourable Lisa Raitt, Canada's Labour Minister, congratulated the Potlotek First Nation and the United Food and Commercial Workers Canada Union on ratifying their first collective agreement for deckhands and fishers in Nova Scotia.