Better Days Ahead for Most Provincial Economies in 2014
Ottawa, December 9, 2013 – Over the past few years, we have seen a two-tiered economy in Canada, in which resource-rich Saskatchewan, Alberta, and Newfoundland and Labrador outperformed the rest…
Premier Redford focuses ministerial team on innovation and economic growth
Premier Alison Redford today announced a strengthened ministerial team that will drive the next phase of the Building Alberta Plan, while continuing to rebuild in the wake of the worst…
Great-West Life, London Life and Canada Life contribute $500,000 as National Development Sponsor to fund Indspire’s new Peer Support: Educator Coaching program
Program to help educators of Indigenous students connect, share successful practices REGINA, Dec. 4, 2013 – Educators of Indigenous students today received a long-term commitment towards their goal of helping…
Trade mission to Asia grows markets and promotes investment
For Immediate Release 2013PREM0134-001836 Dec. 4, 2013 Office of the Premier Ministry of International Trade Minister Responsible for the Asia Pacific Strategy and Multiculturalism VANCOUVER – British Columbia and its…
Support for Greater Board Diversity not Translating to Action, Shows CBDC Annual Report Card
Current lack of board diversity an issue of demand, not supply Toronto, ON, November 25, 2013 – Amid the widespread dialogue on the lack of female representation on Canadian boards,…
“Bending” Trade Rules may be Necessary for Concerted International Effort on Climate Change
NOV. 22, 2013 A report published today by The School of Public Policy concludes that trading rules are impeding international progress on climate change. Authors Dan and Natassia Ciuriak argue…
Hours worked and labour productivity in the provinces and territories, 2012
Wednesday, November 20, 2013 PDF version Previous release Productivity increased and surpassed the national average in Ontario, Quebec, Manitoba and Alberta in 2012. All other provinces and territories experienced a decline in business…
Press Release – Working Together to Improve Opportunities and Outcomes for Aboriginal Peoples across Canada
Winnipeg, MB. November 19, 2013: Today, the Aboriginal Affairs Working Group (AAWG) met to discuss progress on results achieved to date in the areas of education, economic development, housing, ending violence…
Speaking Notes – Support for Long Plain Urban Reserve Businesses
Notes for an address by the Honourable Bernard Valcourt, PC, MP, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Support for Long Plain Urban Reserve Businesses Long Plain Urban Reserve Winnipeg,…
Harper Government Provides Support for Economic Infrastructure in Long Plain First Nation’s Urban Reserve
Ref. #2-3877 WINNIPEG, MANITOBA (November 19, 2013) – The Honourable Bernard Valcourt, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development, today announced support for Long Plain First Nation’s urban reserve in Winnipeg.…
