Government of Canada

Canadian Kraft Paper Industries Limited fined $1 million for unlawful deposit of effluent into the Saskatchewan River

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Monday, December 18, 2023
Biophysical environment, Climate change, Fund, Government, Gekkoninae, Government of Canada, Fisheries Act, Court, Environment, Health, Registry, Pulp, PAS, Fishery, Water, MB, Committee, Safety, Saskatchewan River

The charges stemmed from a February 2019 pipe leak at Canadian Kraft Paper Industries Limited's pulp and paper mill in The Pas, Manitoba.

Key Points: 
  • The charges stemmed from a February 2019 pipe leak at Canadian Kraft Paper Industries Limited's pulp and paper mill in The Pas, Manitoba.
  • The leak resulted in the release of 23,000 litres of black liquor, a by-product of the manufacturing process, into Canadian Kraft Paper Industries Limited's mill effluent treatment system.
  • Through a subsequent investigation, they determined that over the course of six days, close to 181 million litres of acutely lethal effluent had been released from the effluent treatment system into the Saskatchewan River.
  • Subsection 6(5) of the Pulp and Paper Effluent Regulations does not allow the deposit of effluent when the effluent is acutely lethal to fish.

Tradable Bits Recognized as Power Player by Sports Business Journal

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023
Machine learning, Government of Canada, NBA, Circuit of the Americas, Organization, Entrepreneurship, 2010 Winter Olympics, ARCADE, Indo-Pacific Economic Framework, Artificial intelligence, IRAP, Government, Tradability, Trade Commissioner Service, Music, Marketing, NFL, MLS, MLB, Semisulcospira pacificans, Digital, User-generated content, POS, Athlete, CFL, Business, NHL, Sport, American City Business Journals, SMS, BSP, Video game, NASCAR, Legend

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Nov. 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tradable Bits, a leading provider of fan engagement, data, and marketing solutions for the global sports, music, and entertainment industries, has been recognized by the Sports Business Journal as a Power Player in Fan Experience Technology, the company announced today. This honour underscores Tradable Bits’ dedication to its partners that span the world of sports and entertainment, including teams in the NFL, NBA, NHL, MLB, MLS, CFL, as well as Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment, Canadian Premier League, Legends, Nascar, Circuit of the Americas, and more.

Key Points: 
  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Nov. 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tradable Bits , a leading provider of fan engagement, data, and marketing solutions for the global sports, music, and entertainment industries, has been recognized by the Sports Business Journal as a Power Player in Fan Experience Technology , the company announced today.
  • Tradable Bits launched several innovations in the past year that led to the honour by Sports Business Journal, including:
    ARCADE: Tradable Bits’ customizable arcade-style games offer interactive ways for fans to interact with teams, even when they’re not actively watching a game.
  • From interactive wayfinding Infotowers to seamless integration with teams’ POS systems, Tradable Bits delivers actionable links and opportunities to fans on-site.
  • Tradable Bits also works closely with Can Export, a program from the Canadian Trade Commissioner Service to provide funding for exporters, innovators, associations and communities.

BIOVECTRA Launches Specialized Capabilities in mRNA Drug Product Development and Biomanufacturing

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Friday, November 17, 2023
Science, Other Science, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical, Other Manufacturing, Health, Genetics, Manufacturing, Pandemic, Government of Canada, Research, Life, PEI, The Honourable, Government, Atlantic Ocean, Multimedia, Fermentation, Vaccine, Map, Atlantic Canada, NS, Messenger, Therapy, Plasmid, LNP, CGMP, Work, Growth, New Venture Gear, Islander, Education, Pittsburgh Life Sciences Greenhouse, Pharmaceutical industry

View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231117977018/en/

Key Points: 
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231117977018/en/
    New Process Development Science Laboratory specializes in mRNA, pDNA, and LNP work (Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada).
  • This suite of BIOVECTRA capabilities specialized in mRNA, pDNA, lipid nanoparticle and fill / finish work is unique and the first of its kind in Canada.
  • From research discovery through to final commercial vials, BIOVECTRA can support clients from biotech start-ups to blue-chip pharmaceutical companies with their mRNA / pDNA drug product projects from its Atlantic Canada-based operations.
  • New Biomanufacturing Centre (Charlottetown, PEI): 36,000 square feet of cGMP manufacturing space for mRNA, pDNA and Lipid Nano Particle formulation.

Flour Global Market Report 2023 with Impacts of the Russia/Ukraine War - Forecasts to 2027 and 2032 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Friday, November 17, 2023
Food, Beverage, Retail, Euromonitor International, Government, Flour, COVID-19, Bread, Government of Canada, Growth, Research report, Video game

The "Flour Global Market Report 2023" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "Flour Global Market Report 2023" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The report offers comprehensive statistics on the flour market, including its global market size within the flour industry, regional market shares, key competitors with their respective shares in the flour market, detailed segments within the flour market, prevailing market trends, opportunities for growth, and additional data essential for thriving in the flour industry.
  • The anticipated increase in the consumption of bakery products is poised to drive the future growth of the flour market.
  • The countries covered in the flour market report encompass Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, the UK, and the USA.

Government of Canada requests research proposals to address northern contaminants and plastic pollution

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Monday, December 18, 2023
Research, Organization, Indigenous peoples, Federation, First Nations, Microplastics, Government, Health, Indigenous self-government in Canada, Government of Canada, Atmosphere, Mercury, Life, Agriculture, Whaling, Arctic, QC, Nunatsiavut

Today, the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, PrairiesCan and CanNor, announced the launch of the annual call for proposals for research and monitoring projects of contaminants originating from other parts of the world.

Key Points: 
  • Today, the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, PrairiesCan and CanNor, announced the launch of the annual call for proposals for research and monitoring projects of contaminants originating from other parts of the world.
  • As part of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada's Northern Contaminants Program, beginning in 2024–2025, $1,005,000 will be available for projects for three consecutive years.
  • The Northern Contaminants Program has an annual budget of approximately $5.1 million, including $1 million per year until 2026-27, as part of the Government of Canada's initiatives on plastic waste and pollution reduction.
  • The Northern Contaminants Program is inclusive of First Nations, Inuit and Métis residing in northern and Arctic areas.

Prince Edward Island to achieve $10-a-day regulated child care two years ahead of national target

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Friday, December 15, 2023
Government of Canada, Education, PEI, Federation, Workforce, Investment, Parliament, Government, Social change, Child, Pacific Agri-Food Research Centre, Child care, Family, Parent, Health care, Tutoring, Nursing, Labrador, Agriculture

Through a combination of funding provided under the Canada-Prince Edward Island Canada-wide Early Learning and Child Care Agreement and provincial funding, Prince Edward Island will reduce fees to a flat-rate of $10-a-day for Early Years Centres and licensed Family Home Centres.

Key Points: 
  • Through a combination of funding provided under the Canada-Prince Edward Island Canada-wide Early Learning and Child Care Agreement and provincial funding, Prince Edward Island will reduce fees to a flat-rate of $10-a-day for Early Years Centres and licensed Family Home Centres.
  • All provinces and territories have already seen significant reductions in child care fees, with over half now offering regulated child care for an average $10-a-day or less.
  • Combined with other investments, including in Indigenous early learning and child care, up to $30 billion over five years will be provided in support of early learning and child care.
  • As part of the Canada-wide Early Learning and Child Care system, the Government of Canada aims to create approximately 250,000 new child care spaces across the country by March 2026 to give families affordable child care options, no matter where they live.

Applying online for a Social Insurance Number is the quickest option for international students and workers ahead of the winter season

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Friday, December 15, 2023
Halifax Stanfield International Airport, Calgary International Airport, Service Canada, International, Vancouver International Airport, SIN, Edmonton International Airport, Government, Toronto Pearson International Airport, Student, Airport, Social insurance number, Government of Canada, Social insurance, International Citizen Service, Life, Mail, Nursing, QC

Each year, Service Canada sees an increase in demand for SIN applications in the summer and in the winter from international students and temporary foreign workers.

Key Points: 
  • Each year, Service Canada sees an increase in demand for SIN applications in the summer and in the winter from international students and temporary foreign workers.
  • As international students and workers arrive, Service Canada encourages them to apply for a SIN online .
  • It is a quick and convenient option and applicants can view their SIN via My Service Canada Account within 5 days.
  • Since September 1, 2023, Service Canada held more than 280 SIN clinics and has helped more than 9,000 international students and workers.

Government of Canada announces second call for proposals to enhance equity, diversity and inclusion in distress and crisis centres across Canada

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Thursday, December 14, 2023
Indigenous peoples, Public Health Agency, The Honourable, Bahamas Crisis Centre, Government, Culture, Religion, Mental health, Veteran, Addiction, Government of Canada, Suicide, Thought, Nursing, Health

The Government Canada is committed to helping ensure the best possible crisis intervention supports and resources are available for those in distress.

Key Points: 
  • The Government Canada is committed to helping ensure the best possible crisis intervention supports and resources are available for those in distress.
  • The proposal is part of $8 million in federal funding previously announced to address gaps in equity, diversity and inclusion within Canada's distress line sector.
  • This initiative to enhance equity, diversity and inclusion in the distress line sector is an important complement to the 9-8-8: Suicide Crisis Helpline, which launched in Canada on November 30, 2023.
  • All eligible distress lines and centres, whether participating in the 9-8-8 network or not, can apply for funding through the Distress Line Equity Fund.

Government of Canada releases report following the appointment of Justice Mary T. Moreau to the Supreme Court of Canada

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Thursday, December 14, 2023
Supreme, Government of Canada, Supreme Court of Canada, Justice, The Honourable, Government, Supreme court, Advisory board, Western Canada

It is this process that led to the appointment of Justice Mary T. Moreau to the Supreme Court of Canada on November 6, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • It is this process that led to the appointment of Justice Mary T. Moreau to the Supreme Court of Canada on November 6, 2023.
  • The process to select a candidate to fill this Supreme Court of Canada vacancy was launched on June 20, 2023.
  • In 2016, the Government of Canada announced a new process for Supreme Court of Canada judicial appointments.
  • It included the creation of an independent and non-partisan advisory board to identify qualified and suitable candidates for appointment to the Supreme Court of Canada.

600,000 Old Age Security clients successfully onboarded to the new common benefit delivery platform

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Thursday, December 14, 2023
Service Canada, Policy, BDM, Government of Canada, Federation, Risk, Government, Case management, Old age, National Citizen Service, Health insurance

Today, Terry Beech, Minister of Citizens' Services highlighted the successful implementation of phase 1 of Old Age Security (OAS) on the new system.

Key Points: 
  • Today, Terry Beech, Minister of Citizens' Services highlighted the successful implementation of phase 1 of Old Age Security (OAS) on the new system.
  • In June 2023, the programme brought the first group of OAS clients onto the new platform, including Case Management Support for over 600,000 Foreign Benefit Clients, who receive some of their pension income from other countries.
  • In 2022, that OAS would be the first benefit program to onboard onto the new common benefit delivery platform as part of the modernization programme.
  • – Minister of Citizens' Services, Terry Beech
    The Old Age Security (OAS) program is one of the Government of Canada's largest programs.