Atlantic Canada

Minister Bibeau announces funding to expand apple processing technology in Atlantic Canada

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Monday, August 12, 2019
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KENTVILLE, NS, Aug. 12, 2019 /CNW/ - Today, the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced nearly $2.5 million in federal funding for the purchase and installation of advanced apple processing technologies to enable Ocean Crisp Apple Company Inc. to increase capacity and improve efficiency.

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  • KENTVILLE, NS, Aug. 12, 2019 /CNW/ - Today, the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced nearly $2.5 million in federal funding for the purchase and installation of advanced apple processing technologies to enable Ocean Crisp Apple Company Inc. to increase capacity and improve efficiency.
  • Minister Bibeau also announced, on behalf of the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development, an additional contribution of $500,000 from Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency's (ACOA) Regional Economic Growth through Innovation (REGI) program.
  • Other major Atlantic apple producers will benefit by being granted access to the advanced equipment, which will support the province in sending premium apple varieties, such as Honeycrisp, to high-value export markets.
  • This investment which supports the adoption of innovative technologies will help the apple industry in Atlantic Canada keep up with increasing demand for their high quality products.

J.D. Irving, Limited is Proud to Sponsor the Congrès Mondial Acadien 2019

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Friday, August 9, 2019
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Irving, Limited is proud to be a lead sponsor of the sixth edition of the Congrs Mondial Acadien (CMA) 2019, which will be held throughout Prince Edward Island and Southeastern New Brunswick from August 10 to 24.

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  • Irving, Limited is proud to be a lead sponsor of the sixth edition of the Congrs Mondial Acadien (CMA) 2019, which will be held throughout Prince Edward Island and Southeastern New Brunswick from August 10 to 24.
  • Acadians from Prince Edward Island and New Brunswick are excited and proud to open their doors for this major event, said Claudette Thriault, Chairperson for CMA 2019.
  • We are pleased to support the CMA 2019 as a lead sponsor, said Robert K. Irving, Co-CEO of J.D.
  • The CMA 2019 will showcase a modern and authentic Acadian identity and welcome all those who are interested in it.

CN 100 Celebrations in Charlottetown, PEI on August 10th at Confederation Centre of the Arts

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Friday, August 9, 2019
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CHARLOTTETOWN, Prince Edward Island, Aug. 09, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In celebration of its 100th anniversary, CN (TSX: CNR) (NYSE: CNI) is pleased to announce that CN 100 celebrations will be in Charlottetown on August 10th at the Confederation Centre of the Arts (CCOA).

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  • CHARLOTTETOWN, Prince Edward Island, Aug. 09, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In celebration of its 100th anniversary, CN (TSX: CNR) (NYSE: CNI) is pleased to announce that CN 100 celebrations will be in Charlottetown on August 10th at the Confederation Centre of the Arts (CCOA).
  • CN has a long and rich history on Prince Edward Island and in Charlottetown and is proud to include these important historic CN locations on the CN 100 tour.
  • For 100 years, CN has been serving Canadas economy, from building the country to now moving over $250 billion worth of its customers goods annually.
  • As part of the 100 anniversary celebrations, CN will be hosting a dinner for CN customers, retirees, and partners at the CCOA on August 10th.

CN 100 Celebrations in Charlottetown, PEI on August 10th at Confederation Centre of the Arts

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Thursday, August 8, 2019
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CHARLOTTETOWN, Prince Edward Island, Aug. 08, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In celebration of its 100th anniversary, CN (TSX: CNR) (NYSE: CNI) is pleased to announce that CN 100 celebrations will be in Charlottetown on August 10th at the Confederation Centre of the Arts (CCOA).

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  • CHARLOTTETOWN, Prince Edward Island, Aug. 08, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In celebration of its 100th anniversary, CN (TSX: CNR) (NYSE: CNI) is pleased to announce that CN 100 celebrations will be in Charlottetown on August 10th at the Confederation Centre of the Arts (CCOA).
  • CN has a long and rich history on Prince Edward Island and in Charlottetown and is proud to include these important historic CN locations on the CN 100 tour.
  • For 100 years, CN has been serving Canadas economy, from building the country to now moving over $250 billion worth of its customers goods annually.
  • As part of the 100 anniversary celebrations, CN will be hosting a dinner for CN customers, retirees, and partners at the CCOA on August 10th.

Government of Canada and Province of Nova Scotia join forces to reduce greenhouse gas emissions

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Thursday, August 1, 2019
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The Province of Nova Scotia will put in place an independent third-party procurement administrator who will oversee a competitive bidding process.

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  • The Province of Nova Scotia will put in place an independent third-party procurement administrator who will oversee a competitive bidding process.
  • The agreement represents an important step in significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions from electricity use in federal buildings in Nova Scotia.
  • National Defence, Fisheries and Oceans Canada and PSPC account for approximately 90% of the Government of Canada's electrical use in Nova Scotia.
  • With over 1,000 buildings in Nova Scotia, this initiative will help lower DND's greenhouse gas emissions in the province by about 67%.

Transport Canada issues two fines for vessels who contravened the speed restriction in the Gulf of St. Lawrence

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Friday, July 26, 2019
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That is why the Government ofCanadahas introduced several measures to address the risks that they face by both marine shipping and fishing activity.

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  • That is why the Government ofCanadahas introduced several measures to address the risks that they face by both marine shipping and fishing activity.
  • Today, Transport Canada has issued monetary penalties of $7800 to each of the vessels Americaborg and Atlantic Spirit, for alleged non-compliance of the temporary mandatory slow down.
  • Mandatory speed restrictions were expanded to include any vessel over 13 metres long; previously the restriction applied to vessels 20 metres and over.
  • "The Government of Canada is determined to take all necessary steps to enable marine mammals to safely coexist with ship traffic in the Gulf of St. Lawrence.

The Governments of Canada and Nova Scotia Announce Funding to Support Nova Scotia's Francophone University Community

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Wednesday, July 10, 2019
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The new facilities will enhance Nova Scotia's contribution to the digital Francophonie and to the French language and culture in Canada.

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  • The new facilities will enhance Nova Scotia's contribution to the digital Francophonie and to the French language and culture in Canada.
  • The Government of Canada is providing $500,000 to the Government of Nova Scotia to support the renovation and modernization of the Gustave-Blanche Building.
  • "We are delighted to support efforts to broaden and strengthen the Francophone and Acadian communities in Nova Scotia.
  • Universit Saint-Anne, which turns 129 this year, is a vital institution for Acadian and Francophone communities in Nova Scotia.

Solidifying Canada as a world leader in ocean engineering, technology, and science

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Friday, June 28, 2019
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To help position Canada as a global leader, the NRC is increasing its collaboration with regional ecosystems, universities, polytechnic institutions and colleges, and establishing collaboration centres across the country.

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  • To help position Canada as a global leader, the NRC is increasing its collaboration with regional ecosystems, universities, polytechnic institutions and colleges, and establishing collaboration centres across the country.
  • "With the longest coastline in the world, ocean resources are a significant priority for Canada.
  • We continue to bring our ocean-related expertise together to ensure Canada is on the cutting edge of ocean engineering, technology, and science.
  • We are proud to be part of this ongoing collaboration as it will further strengthen Newfoundland and Labrador's position as a world leader in the ocean sector."

Four Epic Summer Road Trips to Take in Atlantic Canada This Summer

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Thursday, June 13, 2019
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Each province provides road trippers a number of routes to explore its islands and peninsulas, including the trips highlighted below.

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  • Each province provides road trippers a number of routes to explore its islands and peninsulas, including the trips highlighted below.
  • Whales breach in the bay and tidal beaches line the coast, creating pitstops that are full of natural wonders.
  • This project has been made possible through funding provided by the Atlantic Canada Agreement on Tourism (ACAT).
  • ACAT is a nine-member pan-Atlantic initiative comprising the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, the four Atlantic Canada Tourism Industry Associations, and the four Provincial Departments responsible for tourism.

Federal support for four New Brunswick flood mitigation projects

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Friday, May 24, 2019
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Additionally, the City of Fredericton and the City of Saint John have partnered with New Brunswick to provide $686,250 in support of these projects.

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  • Additionally, the City of Fredericton and the City of Saint John have partnered with New Brunswick to provide $686,250 in support of these projects.
  • The Government of Canada cost-shares up to 50 per cent of eligible expenses for projects submitted by provinces projects and 75 per cent of eligible expenses for projects submitted by territories under the NDMP.
  • Flooding damage has accounted for 80 per cent of federal disaster assistance payments over the past 20 years.
  • Studies have demonstrated that when structural and non-structural investments are implemented in concert, the result is 6:1 return on investment.