The Centre de services scolaire des Samares opened the expansion at the Saint-Alphonse-Rodriguez elementary school. The investment of over $13M included adding five classes, a double gymnasium, and staff rooms. Available in French only (available in French only)
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QC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 2450 Lanaudière
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The Government of Quebec is investing $106M in rehabilitating the Quebec Central Railway between Vallée-Jonction and Thetford Mines. Work is expected to be complete for 2025. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Construction
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QC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 2425 Chaudière-Appalaches
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FLO, an electric charging station manufacturer based in Québec, received $6M from the Government of Quebec. This funding will contribute to the overall project cost of $23.8M in optimizing its charging stations. This project will create 25 jobs. Available in French only (available in French only)
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QC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 2420 Capitale-Nationale
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The Corporation Ski & Golf Mont-Orford is investing $2M in devices to cover the ski slopes in snow faster. Work is scheduled to begin this summer and should be complete by the next season. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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QC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 2430 Estrie
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Prevost, a bus manufacturer in Sainte-Claire, is looking to hire around 50 people to join 900 current employees by the end of the year. Over 150 more jobs will also be available in 2024. Available in French only (available in French only)
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QC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 2425 Chaudière-Appalaches
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Exceldor Cooperative , a poultry processing company, permanently closed the Agri-Bio slaughterhouse in Saint-Agapit on April 21. This decision resulted in 67 employees losing their jobs. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Layoff
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QC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 2425 Chaudière-Appalaches
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The Cégep de Drummondville unveiled its new pharmacy labs. The investment of over $1M will allow students to get hands on experience working in a laboratory. Available in French only (available in French only)
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QC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 2433 Centre-du-Québec
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Les Matelots, a daycare in Pont-Rouge, began construction on its 100-spot facility on March 6. This project requires an investment of around $3M. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Health care and social assistance
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QC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 2420 Capitale-Nationale
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Three real estate developers from Chaudière-Appalaches are investing $15.5M in building 76 luxury apartments in Disraeli. Work is scheduled to begin this fall. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Construction
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QC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 2425 Chaudière-Appalaches
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A real estate developer invested $4.5M in building two commercial buildings in Thetford Mines. Work has already begun and should be complete by the end of fall 2023. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Real estate and rental and leasing
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QC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 2425 Chaudière-Appalaches
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The Société québécoise du cannabis (SQDC) will open a new store in Montréal in the borough of Plateau-Mont-Royal by April Available in French only (available in French only)
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QC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 2440 Montréal
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The Ville de Laval is investing $25M in building the Simonne-Monet-Chartrand community centre in the Val-Martin neighbourhood Available in French only (available in French only)
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Construction
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QC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 2445 Laval
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The Ville de Val-des-Sources will invest $2.3M in rehabilitating a road and its water infrastructure. The project is scheduled to begin soon, and will receive $1.1M of funding from the Government of Quebec. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Public administration
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QC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 2430 Estrie
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The Centre de services scolaire (CSS) de Portneuf is currently hiring to fill numerous positions, especially for childcare services Available in French only (available in French only)
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Educational services
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Job creation
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QC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 2420 Capitale-Nationale
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Following a $14M investment in a drinking water supply project in Nova Scotia, the Sherbrooke-based seawater desalination specialist Oneka will create around 40 jobs within two years, doubling its workforce Available in French only (available in French only)
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QC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 2430 Estrie
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Logiflex, an office furniture manufacturer in Sherbrooke, will create 50 jobs in addition to 210 existing positions. This follows a $40M investment in building a new factory and automating production. The Government of Quebec is investing $10M in the project. Available in French only (available in French only)
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QC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 2430 Estrie
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The three levels of government are investing $115M in renovating and rebuilding seven buildings in the Val-Martin neighbourhood in Laval, which will accommodate 359 households newswire.ca
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Construction
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QC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 2445 Laval
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Centre de Quilles 440 will close next April 30th after 33 years of activities lavalnews.ca
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Layoff
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QC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 2445 Laval
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The Cégep de Saint-Félicien is investing $3M in building a new pavilion that will house the Service aux entreprises et aux collectivités (SEC). The project is scheduled to be delivered in August 2023. Available in French only (available in French only)
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QC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 2475 Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean
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MIGI Construction will soon begin the third phase of construction on Félicia, its residential project in Granby. This phase involves building 110 new units at a cost of $42M. The total project will have 234 units, and will require over $80M in investments. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Construction
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QC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 2430 Estrie
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Maison François, a restaurant in Sainte-Thérèse, closed on March 1 due to the pandemic and labour shortage Available in French only (available in French only)
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Accommodation and food services
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Layoff
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QC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 2455 Laurentides
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The Ecorecreo Group , a specialist in developing and operating creative activities, will be operating an aquarium at the Royalmount complex in Montréal in 2024. The construction of the project is estimated at tens of millions of dollars. yahoo.com
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Construction
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QC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 2440 Montréal
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The Centre intégré universitaire de santé et de services sociaux de l’Estrie – Centre hospitalier universitaire de Sherbrooke is building senior and alternative housing, valued at $40M, in Magog. Work began in September 2021. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Health care and social assistance
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QC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 2430 Estrie
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The Société québécoise du cannabis (SQDC) opened a store in Montréal in the borough of Montréal-Nord, making it the 20th in the city Available in French only (available in French only)
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QC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 2440 Montréal
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The Journée de l’emploi will take place on Thursday, March 23 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Palace Convention Centre in Laval. Nearly 1,500 jobs will be available from around 90 employers. Available in French only (available in French only)
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QC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 2445 Laval
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COlab, a digital innovation hub in Alma, opened its new volumetric recording studio. This project required an investment of $1M. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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QC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 2475 Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean
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The Ville de Gatineau received $51M in grants from the Government of Quebec to improve its water treatment infrastructure Available in French only (available in French only)
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Public administration
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QC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 2460 Outaouais
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Boulangerie St-Méthode will close its plant in Magog at the end of April due to its inability to increase production. Around 20 employees will be affected by the closure. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Layoff
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QC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 2430 Estrie
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The B.C. government is providing $1M in funding to support nearly 140 sport organizations throughout the province. The funding aims to aid sport-related events that attract visitors to B.C. and enable athletes to compete locally. news.gov.bc.ca
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BC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
All of BC
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The B.C. government is providing 150 affordable homes, including transition houses, a short-term shelter and housing, for women and children. The new homes are opening or are under construction in four different locations, including New Hazelton, Lower Post, Duncan and Port Coquitlam. news.gov.bc.ca
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Construction
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BC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 5960 North Coast
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Cool House Filipino Fusion opened its restaurant in Vancouver in February. dailyhive.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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Kind Cafe and Eatery, a vegan cafe in Vancouver, will permanently close in April. dailyhive.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Layoff
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BC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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The Government of Canada is providing $840K in funding to support the development of a 1.5km multi-use path along Prairie Avenue in Port Coquitlam. canada.ca
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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The Government of Canada is providing $1.2M towards 12 projects across the West Kootenays to support businesses, upgrade infrastructure and enhance tourism experiences. The projects aim to grow economic opportunities, create jobs and improve community wellness. canada.ca
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BC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 5940 Kootenays
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The B.C. government has issued an Environmental Assessment certificate for the construction and operation of the Cedar LNG project, a liquefied natural gas facility and marine export terminal located on Haisla-Nation-owned land in Kitimat. Nearly 500 people are expected to be employed at the facility during construction and approximately 100 people would be employed full-time when operational. news.gov.bc.ca
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Mining and oil and gas extraction
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BC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 5960 North Coast
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37 new affordable rental homes for low- or moderate-income seniors, individuals, and families, are under construction in Tofino. The jointly funded project is supported by the provincial and federal governments and municipal organizations. news.gov.bc.ca
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Construction
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 5910 Vancouver Island and Coast
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The B.C. government and Telus are providing approximately $529K in joint funding to expand access to high-speed internet in more than 130 households on Westham Island, a community located in Delta. news.gov.bc.ca
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Utilities
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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The Government of Canada and TransLink are providing the City of Surrey with $21.8M towards the widening of 152 Street and Nicomekl bridge project to protect the transportation route from flooding. The City of Surrey approved spending $46M towards the project. The construction is expected to begin this month and completed by summer 2025. dailyhive.com
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BC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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The B.C. government has approved the development of the Blackwater Gold project, a planned open-pit gold mine located in central British Columbia, approximately 160 km southwest of Prince George. The project is expected to create 825 direct full-time jobs per year during the construction and expansion phases of the mine's development. news.gov.bc.ca
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Mining and oil and gas extraction
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 5950 Cariboo
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Le Parfait, a new Lebanese sweets restaurant, opened in Vancouver this month. dailyhive.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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The Government of Canada is providing over $2.5M in funding to support 10 projects throughout the Fraser Valley and Fraser Canyon region, which aims to revitalize public spaces and support tourism related businesses. The project aims to improve community wellness, create jobs and grow the local economy. canada.ca
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BC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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North Vancouver’s Shipyards Night Market (SYNM), a seasonal night market, is reopening from May 12 to September 15, 2023. The night market features a beer garden, live music, market vendors and food trucks. dailyhive.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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The City of Trail is seeking individuals interested in working as pool staff and lifeguards. Full and part-time work is on the offer, and potentially subsidized training. nelsonstar.com
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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BC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 5940 Kootenays
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The B.C. government has provided $40.9M in funding to support an expansion project at the Kwantlen Park Secondary School located in Surrey. The project aims to provide new learning spaces for 500 additional students. news.gov.bc.ca
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Educational services
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BC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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Kent’s Kitchen, a restaurant located in Vancouver’s Chinatown, announced plans to permanently close in April. dailyhive.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Layoff
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BC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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The One Sixty, a wine bar and café, plans to open Port Moody’s first wine bar soon. The city currently has six craft breweries and one establishment for spirits. tricitynews.com
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Accommodation and food services
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BC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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The City of Vancouver is expecting an all-time record of 331 cruise ship visits with up to 1.3M passengers for the 2023 cruise ship season at Canada Place. The cruise ship passengers boarding and disembarking will support jobs and provide economic support to local restaurants, shops, hotels, and entertainment businesses. dailyhive.com
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Accommodation and food services
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BC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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Karen's Diner, an Australia-based restaurant, announced a pop-up experience in Vancouver from May 13 to 21. dailyhive.com
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Accommodation and food services
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BC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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The Government of Canada is providing over $1.7M in funding to support three Indigenous-led active transportations projects in Northern B.C., including the Nisga’a Village of Gitlaxt’aamix and Wiset First Nation for safer and accessible transportation. The infrastructure projects include new sidewalks, pedestrian pathways/bridges, bike lanes, trails and solar-powered lighting. canada.ca
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Construction
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 5960 North Coast
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The B.C. government has provided a $700K grant to the B.C. division of the Canadian Mental Health Association, to support the development of free online resources and enhanced training programs which aim to facilitate safe and inclusive workplaces. news.gov.bc.ca
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BC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
All of BC
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The Government of Canada is providing $30M in funding to continue supporting the implementation of Canada’s National Dementia Strategy and accelerate innovation in aging and brain health to support the well-being of older adults facing cognitive, emotional, and physical challenges. canada.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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BC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
All of BC
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JYSK, a Danish home goods retailer, will permanently close one of it Coquitlam locations this May. The closure is due to the expiring lease. tricitynews.com
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Layoff
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BC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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The B.C. government plans to expand the Provincial Tuition Waiver Program to all B.C. former youth in care at any age beginning on August 1, 2023. The program originally waived tuition and fees for post-secondary education for former youth in care between the ages of 19 and 26. news.gov.bc.ca
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Educational services
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BC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
All of BC
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The B.C. government is providing $25M over three years for the creation of dedicated police-prosecutor-probation officer teams aimed at supporting the Repeat Violent Offending Intervention Initiative and enhance community safety. Over 55 jobs are expected to be created. news.gov.bc.ca
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Public administration
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BC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
All of BC
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Sempre Uno, a new Italian restaurant, opened in North Vancouver this month. dailyhive.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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BC Transit will be halting bus services in the Fraser Valley region, including Agassiz-Harrison, the Central Fraser Valley, Chilliwack and Hope from March 9 to 11. The handyDART services will remain at full capacity. globalnews.ca
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BC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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Trees Coffee, a BC-based café chain, opened a new location in Surrey this month. dailyhive.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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Gas Liquids Engineering Ltd. has commenced engineering on a major carbon sequestration project near Weyburn. The project will transport carbon dioxide from industrial emitters to Whitecap Resources’ Carbon Capture Utilization and Storage. newswire.ca
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Construction
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SK
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 4710 Regina-Moose Mountain
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Government of Canada’s Future Skills Centre provided $1.75M in funding to the Johnson Shoyama Graduate School (JSGS) of Public Policy to help advance sustainability goals in Saskatchewan municipalities. JSGS staff will work with municipalities to identify barriers and opportunities in sustainability planning. usask.ca
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Educational services
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SK
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 4730 Saskatoon-Biggar
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The Canadian Wildlife Health Cooperative based at the University of Saskatchewan will lead national efforts in wildlife disease surveillance. The Government of Canada will provide $2.1M over three years for the projects to improve the management of issues related to wildlife diseases. newswire.ca
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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SK
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 4730 Saskatoon-Biggar
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Prairie South School Division is looking at creating its own bus drivers’ school. The initiative would see the division bring in groups of bus drivers to train together as opposed to one-on-one training that is currently provided. discovermoosejaw.com
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SK
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 4720 Swift Current-Moose Jaw
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The Southeast College in Estevan is working on a new on-campus sustainable innovation centre. The college is hoping to begin offering classes at the centre in the fall of 2023. The primary staff for the centre is in place, but as the program progresses there will be opportunities for instructors, researchers and custodians. sasktoday.ca
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SK
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 4710 Regina-Moose Mountain
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The City of Prince Albert will not be able to extend its transit hours as planned due to a shortage of available bus drivers. The extended-hours trial was set to begin March 13 and run for a year. A new date has not been set. The city is working with First Bus Canada to hire more drivers. sasknow.com
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SK
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 4750 Prince Albert
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Great Plains College has partnered with International Council of E-Commerce Consultants, a leader in cybersecurity education, to offer cybersecurity programs. The online programs begun fall 2022 and offer industry-recognized certifications. thestarphoenix.com
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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SK
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 4720 Swift Current-Moose Jaw
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Alliance Health’s mental health and addiction treatment centre in Moose Jaw is set to double its beds. The centre will begin operating at full capacity in the next two months. ctvnews.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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SK
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 4720 Swift Current-Moose Jaw
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A new treatment for patients with blood cancer and lymphomas is now available in Saskatoon. The Government of Saskatchewan supplied $2.1M to launch the program and will be providing $6.7M annually to operate it and cover patient costs. cbc.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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SK
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 4730 Saskatoon-Biggar
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The Governments of Saskatchewan and Canada have reached an agreement on healthcare funding. The province will receive a one-time $61M investment and an additional $111M annually to the $6.4B healthcare budget. globalnews.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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SK
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
All of Saskatchewan
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Construction is underway on the new Holiday Inn Express hotel in Prince Albert. The hotel is expected to open in November 2023 and create about 20-full time and 5 part-time jobs once completed. Other developments confirmed for Prince Albert include a food service hub and a new aquatic and arena centre. sasknow.com
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Accommodation and food services
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SK
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 4750 Prince Albert
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Square One Community Inc. is moving ahead with plans to open a drop-in warming centre and emergency overnight women’s shelter in Moose Jaw’s downtown. The new shelter will be located at the William Milne Place, owned by Moose Jaw Non-Profit Housing Corporation. leaderpost.com
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Health care and social assistance
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SK
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 4720 Swift Current-Moose Jaw
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The Saskatchewan government plans to spend an additional $178.5M in unbudgeted money by the end of this fiscal year. The funds will go towards a variety of ministries and programs including health care, government relations, policing and advanced education. infomedia.gc.ca
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SK
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
All of Saskatchewan
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The City of Prince Albert is looking to fill a new tourism coordinator position. The purpose of the position is to market the Prince Albert area, build advertising and tourism programs and enhance visitor centre operations. paherald.sk.ca
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 4750 Prince Albert
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NexGen Energy Ltd. has commenced its expanded 2023 exploration program in Saskatchewan. This program will follow-up the exploration drilling conducted in 2022. NexGen has also planned a major geophysical program in 2023 to identify drill targets in the southwest Athabasca Basin. newswire.ca
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Mining and oil and gas extraction
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SK
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 4760 Northern
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Minihkwe Brewery, Saskatchewan’s first Indigenous brewery, has opened in Saskatoon. globalnews.ca
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SK
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 4730 Saskatoon-Biggar
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DEEP Earth Energy Production Corp. will begin construction this year on Canada’s first commercial-scale facility for producing electricity from geothermal heat. The company started engineering and procurement activities for the first phase of a 25-megawatt power facility in southeast Saskatchewan. financialpost.com
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Construction
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SK
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 4710 Regina-Moose Mountain
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The Government of Yukon has launched a new service called MyYukon, which offers residents the convenient option to access certain government services online. This especially benefits smaller communities whose residents were previously required travel to Whitehorse to obtain certain services. yukon.ca
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YT
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 6010 Yukon Territory
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The Government of Yukon is proposing amendments to the Public Service Act and the Coroners Act to remove requirements for new employees and coroners to swear an oath of allegiance to the Crown, and instead swear a general oath of office. The proposed changes will support Yukon government's efforts to be an inclusive employer and remove barriers from the hiring process. yukon.ca
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YT
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 6010 Yukon Territory
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An Australian diamond mining company, Burgundy Diamond Mines, plans to acquire the Ekati diamond mine for $187M from Arctic Canadian Diamond Company. With the transition, Ekati’s mine plan is anticipated to support a mine life until 2028. Ekati mine employs 1,100 people, including 486 northerners. cbc.ca
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Mining and oil and gas extraction
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NT
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 6110 Northwest Territories
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Parks Canada is hiring for positions in the Nunavut Field Unit in Iqaluit, Pangnirtung, Pond Inlet, Qikiqtarjuaq, Repulse Bay, and Resolute. The positions include resource conservation, finance and administration, visitor experience and human resources. Candidates may be eligible for subsidized government housing, relocation assistance, and training and career development. narcity.com
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Public administration
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NU
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 6210 Nunavut
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The Government of NWT, through the 2023 Healthy Choices Fund, is supporting healthy communities by providing up to $400,000 for health promotion and prevention. An additional $410,000 is available to support seniors, and help families and youth reduce harmful alcohol usage. www.gov.nt.ca
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NT
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 6110 Northwest Territories
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The Government of Canada is providing $120M from the Harvesters Support Grant and the new Community Food Programs Fund to support 112 northern and isolated communities. The two-year investment will help communities improve food sovereignty. Since 2020, the Harvesters Support Grant has supported over 5,500 harvesters in northern communities. canada.ca
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Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
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Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 6210 Nunavut
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The federal and NWT governments are investing an additional $20M to replace the Dehk’è Frank Channel bridge. The new bridge will support the mining industry by supporting heavier loads and larger commodities. Pre-construction activities will start later this year, and major construction is expected to begin early next year, pending regulatory approvals. www.gov.nt.ca
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Construction
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NT
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 6110 Northwest Territories
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The Government of Yukon is allocating an additional $3.5M per year in core funding for the RCMP, to hire more police officers, upgrade equipment, and cover operating costs. Part of the funding will hire 6.5 new full time officers and 1 staff member. cbc.ca
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Public administration
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Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 6010 Yukon Territory
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The Government of Canada is providing $402,157 to the Yukon Aboriginal Women's Council to prevent and address gender-based violence (GBV) against Indigenous women, girls and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people. The increase in capacity of Indigenous women's and 2SLGBTQQIA+ organizations will enable them to address the root causes of GBV and support Indigenous women and their communities. canada.ca
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Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 6010 Yukon Territory
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The Government of Canada is providing $384,000 in funding, via the IDEANorth program, in support of infrastructure upgrades to Techi?Q Ltd.’s Grey Goose Lodge. canada.ca
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Construction
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NT
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 6110 Northwest Territories
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The Government of Canada is providing $405,000 to the Nunavut Inuit Wildlife Secretariat to conduct professional development workshops for Hunters and Trappers Organizations (HTOs). The two-year program will train HTO managers in 24 Nunavut communities on programs, policies and procedures. canada.ca
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NU
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 6210 Nunavut
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Assiniboine Community College is offering a second intake at its Practical Nursing program in Virden. The rural rotating site will accept 25 students in 2024, with priority given to those living within 100km of Virden. assiniboine.net
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MB
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 4630 Southwest
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The Government of Manitoba is providing $450,000 to Indigenous Tourism Manitoba. The non-profit organization will use the funding to offer coaching and training to its members and host a Manitoba Indigenous Tourism Conference. news.gov.mb.ca
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MB
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
All of Manitoba
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Winnipeg School Division is hiring 25 new educational assistants and six bilingual language teachers in 2023-2024. The division received a funding increase this year, but not enough to reinstate 130 teaching positions eliminated in previous years due to budget shortfalls. cbc.ca
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Educational services
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Job creation
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MB
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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The Winnipeg Regional Health Authority recently launched a recruitment drive to address the shortage of home care workers in Manitoba. The health authority is offering a free, four-week training program with the goal of adding 300 new staff. winnipegfreepress.com
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Health care and social assistance
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MB
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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The Government of Manitoba is spending $2.1M to create a province-wide child abuse investigation unit. It will begin work in June 2024 and will be located at the Toba Centre for Children and Youth’s new facility in Winnipeg. news.gov.mb.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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MB
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
All of Manitoba
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Construction has concluded on upgrades to the Wawanesa and District Recreation Centre. Federal funding of $832,000 allowed the Rural Municipality of Oakland-Wawanesa to replace the facility’s two ice plants and upgrade its HVAC system. canada.ca
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Construction
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MB
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 4630 Southwest
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The Government of Canada is providing over $1M to five Indigenous tourism initiatives across Manitoba. Projects include launching new exhibits at the Winnipeg Art Gallery, reopening a fishing lodge in Norway House, and supporting the work of the Manitoba Indigenous Tourism Association. canada.ca
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MB
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
All of Manitoba
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The Brandon School Division will increase staffing in 2023-2024, adding 27 full-time equivalent teaching positions and 23 educational assistants. The division also reinstated four previously-cut positions, including a psychologist and research and evaluation specialist. bdnmb.ca
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Educational services
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MB
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 4630 Southwest
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The Government of Manitoba is providing a total $323,000 to 67 community events across the province. These include winter festivals, sporting events, concerts, celebrations, and art exhibitions. news.gov.mb.ca
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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MB
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
All of Manitoba
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The Government of Manitoba is increasing the number of skilled immigrants that can come to the province in an effort to address labour shortages. As many as 9,500 people may be nominated through the provincial nominee program in 2023, a record high and an increase of 3,175 over last year. cbc.ca
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MB
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
All of Manitoba
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Activate Games is opening a second Winnipeg location this month, in the Transcona neighbourhood. The Winnipeg-based interactive gaming company has 10 facilities across Canada and the U.S., and its newest will employ about a dozen staff. winnipegfreepress.com
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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MB
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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The provincial government released a $4.1B, five-year infrastructure plan that outlines more than 800 capital projects. Highway projects account for over $2.5B and include expanding the highway to Ontario to four lanes, and converting Winnipeg’s Perimeter Highway to a freeway. news.gov.mb.ca
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Construction
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MB
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
All of Manitoba
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In its 2023 budget, the Government of Manitoba is allocating $81M to help disability services organizations raise wages for their support workers. The average hourly funding rate will increase to $19 from the current $15.11 per hour. winnipegfreepress.com
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MB
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
All of Manitoba
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Winnipeg’s Health Sciences Centre is opening a new minor-treatment clinic to reduce stress on its emergency room. Staff will initially consist of one doctor and one nurse, and eventually social workers and nurse practitioners. The provincial government is providing $2.4M toward annual operating costs. winnipegfreepress.com
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Health care and social assistance
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MB
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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The provincial government is budgeting $7.9B for health care in 2023, up $668M from the previous year. This includes the first stages of a $1.2B multi-year capital campaign that will add capacity to nine health care facilities across the province. news.gov.mb.ca
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MB
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
All of Manitoba
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The Manitoba Government is providing a total $2M to nine women’s resource centres across the province. The funding will help with operating costs and programming related to preventing family violence. cbc.ca
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MB
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
All of Manitoba
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The City of Winnipeg is providing $12.6M to restore the Carnegie Library. The building was damaged by flooding in 2013, requiring the City of Winnipeg Archives to be temporarily housed elsewhere. The renovations will take about three years to complete. cbc.ca
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MB
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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The Government of Alberta is hoping to address labour shortages in sectors like skilled trades, health care, food service and hospitality, accounting, engineering and technology through a second round of its "Alberta is Calling" campaign. The campaign has launched in northern and southwestern Ontario and the Maritimes. alberta.ca
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AB
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
All of Alberta
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Ribeye Butcher Shop in Edmonton is expanding to two new locations this spring and another location is in the planning stage, bringing its total footprint in the city to five stores. Ribeye is among several local butcher shops that have recently opened. news
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AB
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 4860 Edmonton
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Employers in Banff, Canmore and Lake Louise are continuing to struggle with staff recruitment and retention amidst a competitive job market. Some employers have increased wages along with other benefits including staff housing, and discounts on gym memberships, airport parking and car rentals. cbc.ca
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AB
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 4840 Banff-Jasper-Rocky Mountain House
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The Government of Alberta is allocating more than $820M in new funding in its budgets over the next three years to support enrollment growth in schools. The flexible funding could be used by local school authorities to hire teachers, educational assistants, bus drivers and school support staff. alberta.ca
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AB
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
All of Alberta
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The Government of Alberta is expanding the office of the Chief Firearms Officer (CFO) from 30 to 70 employees this year along with an annual budget of $5.8M. cbc.ca
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AB
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
All of Alberta
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Mc Cain Foods, the world’s leading French fry maker is making the largest investment in its history, a $600M expansion of its potato processing facility in Coaldale, near Lethbridge. The expansion will create two new state-of-the-art production lines, double production and create about 260 new jobs. Construction on the expansion is expected to start later in 2023. newswire.ca
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AB
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 4810 Lethbridge-Medicine Hat
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Borea Construction, a renewable energy construction company, is one of several businesses actively recruiting for wind turbine technicians in the Lethbridge area in a job market facing staff shortages. cbc.ca
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AB
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 4810 Lethbridge-Medicine Hat
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Rita’s Sandwiches, a restaurant and catering service operating in Calgary for the past 19 years, is closing permanently on March 24, 2023. dailyhive.com
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Layoff
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AB
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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Calgary-based E3 Lithium Ltd. has been awarded $3.545M through Natural Resources Canada's Critical Minerals Research, Development and Demonstration program. The funding will be allocated in its entirety towards the design, construction and operation of E3's field pilot plant, which is slated to begin operations in Q3 2023. newswire.ca
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AB
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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Calgary-based Lynx Air is launching new air service three times per week between Fredericton International Airport (YFC) and both Calgary International Airport (YYC) and Toronto Pearson International (YYZ). Lynx plans to grow its fleet from 6 to 9 aircraft over the next 3 months in anticipation of a busy summer in Canada. globenewswire.com
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AB
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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Canadian Pacific Railway Ltd. has received U.S. rail regulator approval for the US$31B takeover of the Kansas City Southern Railway Company. The merged railway, creating the only single-line rail network linking Canada, the U.S. and Mexico, will be named Canadian Pacific Kansas City, with Calgary as the global headquarters. cbc.ca
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AB
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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The City of Calgary is planning to start construction this summer on a pedestrian tunnel and bridge associated with preliminary work on the planned Ogden Station, part of the Green Line LRT Project. calgary.ca
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Construction
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AB
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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Calgary-based WestJet is acquiring Sunwing Airlines and Sunwing Vacations. The tour operations will be merged at the current Sunwing Vacation home base of Toronto, while WestJet will manage Sunwing Airlines from its Calgary headquarters. calgaryherald.com
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AB
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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Edmonton-based Aurora Hydrogen, a hydrogen technology company, is hiring five new employees with plans to add approximately seven more staff once its planned demonstration facility is operational later in 2023. Aurora recently received $3.9M in funding from Sustainable Development Technology Canada and $2M from Alberta Innovates. sustainablebiz.ca
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AB
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 4860 Edmonton
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The Government of Canada is providing approximately $3.72M for four projects in Edmonton to help improve tourist attractions through infrastructure improvements, new programming and technology aids. The funding is expected to support 55 jobs in the city. edmontonjournal.com
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AB
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 4860 Edmonton
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The Alberta Enterprise Corporation is investing CAD$2.5M into the $14.4M Sprout Fund II. Sprout is a venture capital fund designed to provide seed-stage capital to business-to-businesss software startup companies. newswire.ca
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AB
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
All of Alberta
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The Government of Alberta is providing $414 million over the next three years to support school transportation improvements. This includes increased funding for driver training that will support 1,250 drivers, including 350 new drivers, and increase the driver workforce by six per cent. alberta.ca
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AB
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
All of Alberta
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EDP Renewables North America LLC, a renewable energy company headquarterd in Madrid, and Invest Alberta Corporation (IAC) are partnering to continue the development of one wind farm and two solar parks in the province. The agreement includes a committment to create a talent pipeline through Alberta’s post-secondary institutions to support EDPR NA’s expansion plans. evwind.es
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AB
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
All of Alberta
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Calgary-based Eguana Technologies Inc., a manufacturer of technologically advanced residential and commercial energy storage systems, has increased its production capacity by installing additional testing equipment for its inverter systems. Eguana has also transitioned its 10kW Full Home Evolve solution to full scale production and started initial customer shipments. globenewswire.com
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AB
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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Costco Wholesale Canada Ltd. is planning a new warehouse location at the Bingham Crossing development near the Springbank Airport in Rocky View County. Costco has applied for a development permit from the county but there is currently no timeline for construction. dailyhive.com
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AB
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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Fitzsimmons Brewing Company, a micro-brewery located in Airdrie, is closing on April 29, 2023 after five years of operation. In addition to their beer offerings, the brewery also hosted live comedy and other weekend entertainment events. airdrietoday.com
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AB
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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The Government of Alberta is providing $54M through the Affordable Housing Partnership Program to support 17 projects in nine communities across the province.The funding will develop new affordable housing units, convert existing office or hotel space into housing and enable major renovations to improve existing units. alberta.ca
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Construction
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AB
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
All of Alberta
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The Government of Alberta is providing $10.7M to Women Building Futures, a non-profit organization, to support women looking to build a career in the skilled trades. alberta.ca
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AB
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
All of Alberta
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The Government of Alberta is providing $10M annually in operational funding to The Summit, a new $39M mental health centre for children and youth in Calgary. Summit will provide three programs — no-cost, walk-in therapy sessions; services to address escalating symptoms to keep youth out of acute care; and a day hospital to transition patients out of round-the-clock treatment. alberta.ca
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AB
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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The federal government is committing more than $2M to improve search and rescue (SAR) standards in Alberta. The funding will support training, accreditation and certification for SAR personnel. cbc.ca
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AB
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
All of Alberta
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The Government of Alberta is allocating almost $200M in its recent budget for more than 3,400 new spaces in health care programs at universities and colleges. The funding will also increase residency training spaces for physicians among other health care initiaitves. alberta.ca
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AB
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
All of Alberta
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Telsec Property Corp. is renovating a former car dealership building in Calgary to develop a retail footprint on the site. Lammle’s Western Wear is moving to the building from its current Chinook Centre location and the remainder of the building is dedicated to a Homes Alive Pets store. calgaryherald.com
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Construction
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AB
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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The Government of Alberta is creating a Gang Suppression Unit and a Firearms Investigative Unit under Alberta Law Enforcement Response Teams (ALERT) along with $4.4M for the province-wide units. alberta.ca
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Public administration
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AB
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
All of Alberta
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PanTHERA CryoSolutions, which designs and manufactures cryopreservation solutions, is receiving advisory services and up to $395,700 in funding from the National Research Council of Canada Industrial Research Assistance Program (NRC IRAP) to accelerate research, development, and commercialization of its patented ice recrystallization inhibitors. pantheracryo.com
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AB
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 4860 Edmonton
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The Government of Alberta is providing $11M to develop an aviation hub in partnership with WestJet. The funding includes $6M over three years to help Mount Royal University establish a bachelor of aviation management program and $4.5M for an air access bursary for students in high-demand aviation programs. alberta.ca
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AB
Mon Mar 13 00:00:00 EDT 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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More than 100 stakeholders have come together to address labour shortages within Canada's agriculture workforce. Canada's agriculture industry contributes over $130B to the national economy, but needs a stable and skilled workforce to remain competitive. Other Sources
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PE
Fri Mar 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of New Brunswick
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As P.E.I. deals with a health-care crisis, the use of physician assistants is being discussed as a way to ease the workload of doctors. Three universities in Canada offer the two-year graduate level program and physician assistants are in high demand. cbc.ca
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PE
Fri Mar 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1110 Prince Edward Island
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Results from a 2022 national CFIA soil sampling survey show that no potato wart was detected in samples taken from fields in N.S. and N.B. Seed potatoes from P.E.I. are still not allowed in the U.S. after potato wart was found in two fields in 2021. charlottefm.ca
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Fri Mar 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1110 Prince Edward Island
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P.E.I. housing prices have had three straight years of double-digit price increases, having gone up 10.0% in 2020, 24.8% in 2021, and 16.8% in 2022. The benchmark price for a P.E.I. home in 2022 reached $353,308, while P.E.I. wages remain the lowest. cbc.ca
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Real estate and rental and leasing
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PE
Fri Mar 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1110 Prince Edward Island
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More than 100 stakeholders have come together to address labour shortages within Canada's agriculture workforce. Canada's agriculture industry contributes over $130B to the national economy, but needs a stable and skilled workforce to remain competitive. infomedia.gc.ca
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NS
Fri Mar 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Nova Scotia
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Provincial registry figures for March show 137,587 people (about 14% of the population) currently looking for a family doctor or nurse practitioner, up about 4,000 from February, setting a new all-time high. The central zone, which includes Halifax, saw the largest increase at 4.7%. cbc.ca
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NS
Fri Mar 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Nova Scotia
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The N.S. Government has announced a $2.1M investment in the Westville Miners Sports Centre. The upgrade will replace the existing ice plant, cement flooring, refrigeration system and humidification system with more modern and efficient alternatives. novascotia.ca
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NS
Fri Mar 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1220 North Shore
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The Government of Canada announced combined Federal, Provincial and Municipal funding of over $28.8M to upgrade wastewater and active transportation infrastructure in the Town of Lunenburg and the Municipality of the District of Lunenburg. canada.ca
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NS
Fri Mar 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1240 Southern Nova Scotia
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Snow crab prices plunged by 60% in 2022 due to a drop in US consumer demand due to inflation resulting in a glut of supply in storage which is expected to continue to depress prices. Atlantic lobster prices also fell about 30% in 2022 but a rebound is predicted in the upcoming season with little inventory currently available. cbc.ca
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Fri Mar 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Nova Scotia
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The N.S. Government announced $37.4M in funding for St. Francis Xavier University to help launch a new health research institute. The university currently has 75 health-focused researchers and expects this will lead to more research positions. The new building will cost $63.1M and is expected to open in 2026. cbc.ca
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Fri Mar 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1250 Halifax
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New/Coming Soon Businesses: Zesty Pizza (Spryfield), Dodo’s Chicken (Halifax); Closures: Local Jo Cafe (Halifax), Mark’s Work Warehouse (Sunnyside Mall), World Gym (Dartmouth). retales.ca
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NS
Fri Mar 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1250 Halifax
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Over $7.1M in one-time provincial funding grants will be distributed to community groups providing mental health programs. The Mental Health Foundation of N.S. will receive $3M to administer the grants for mental health and addictions projects and services across the province. novascotia.ca
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NS
Fri Mar 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Nova Scotia
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Michelin, one of Nova Scotia’s largest employers, has announced a major $302.7M expansion that will modernize and expand its manufacturing facility in Bridgewater and create more than 70 new jobs. Michelin will receive a provincial tax credit of about $61.3M over 5 years and Federal funding of $44.3M. novascotia.ca
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Fri Mar 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1240 Southern Nova Scotia
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The Port of Argentia has secured its second major contract in support of US offshore wind development and is experiencing unprecedented demand for marshalling support as part of the US energy transition. vocm.com
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NL
Fri Mar 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1010 Avalon Peninsula
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The N.L. government has announced it will open an urgent-care clinic in St. John's by the end of April 2024 at a cost of $900k and an annual operating cost of $4M. Staff will include about 15 full-time positions including doctors, RN’s, LPN’s, nurse practitioners, x-ray and lab technicians and administration. cbc.ca
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NL
Fri Mar 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1010 Avalon Peninsula
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Eastern Health has added urgent care to the Dr. William H. Newhook Community Health Centre in Whitbourne in addition to its current status as a primary care centre. The centre’s hours of operation will be increased as demand requires and based on staff recruitment. www.gov.nl.ca
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NL
Fri Mar 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1010 Avalon Peninsula
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More than 100 stakeholders have come together to address labour shortages within Canada's agriculture workforce. Canada's agriculture industry contributes over $130B to the national economy, but needs a stable and skilled workforce to remain competitive. infomedia.gc.ca
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NL
Fri Mar 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Newfoundland and Labrador
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The N.L. Government is proposing to build a new 276-bed correctional facility in St. John's through a public-private partnership with Avalon Corrections Partners. The completion is at least 3-5 years in the future and there is currently a well-documented shortage of correctional officers throughout the province. cbc.ca
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NL
Fri Mar 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1010 Avalon Peninsula
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Lynx Air will begin offering a non-stop route starting in June from St. John’s International Airport to Montreal, with a through flight service to Calgary. The low-fair airline first launched in St. John’s in summer 2022 with direct flights to Toronto. vocm.com
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NL
Fri Mar 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1010 Avalon Peninsula
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A Calgary-based low-cost airline, Lynx Air, plans to fly into the Fredericton International Airport beginning on June 12. The airline plans to offer flights into the Calgary International Airport and Toronto Pearson International Airport. nbnewsnow.ca
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NB
Fri Mar 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1340 Fredericton-Oromocto
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Work will begin in late March to build a 49-unit apartment building at 50 Technology Drive in Saint John. NextPort Properties is developing the project, which will be called Burlington Flats. thewave.ca
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Construction
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NB
Fri Mar 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1330 Saint John-St. Stephen
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N.B.-based McCain Foods announced that it will spend $600M to expand its potato processing facility in southern Alberta, creating 260 new jobs. McCain has spent $157M over the past five years expanding its two facilities in New Brunswick. theglobeandmail.com
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NB
Fri Mar 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of New Brunswick
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Results from a 2022 national CFIA soil sampling survey show that no potato wart was detected in samples taken from fields in N.S. and N.B. Seed potatoes from P.E.I. are still not allowed in the U.S. after potato wart was found in two fields in 2021. charlottefm.ca
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NB
Fri Mar 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of New Brunswick
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Fredericton council has approved the proposed construction of a 147-unit apartment building at 111 Duncan Lane. Some councillors expressed concern about the lack of public transit and sidewalks in that area. cbc.ca
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Construction
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NB
Fri Mar 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1340 Fredericton-Oromocto
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More than 100 stakeholders have come together to address labour shortages within Canada's agriculture workforce. Canada's agriculture industry contributes over $130B to the national economy, but needs a stable and skilled workforce to remain competitive. Other Sources
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Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
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NB
Fri Mar 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of New Brunswick
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U-Haul intends to buy the property at 1382 Hickey Road in order to build a 20,000-square-foot self-storage facility in Saint John. It is estimated that at least 15 temporary construction jobs will be created and will require 10 people to staff the store. charlottefm.ca
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NB
Fri Mar 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1330 Saint John-St. Stephen
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Talize, a Canadian thrift store chain, is opening a new location in Windsor this summer windsorite.ca
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Mar 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3570 Windsor-Sarnia
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BarBurrito opened a location in Fort Erie with seven staff members niagarafallsreview.ca
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Accommodation and food services
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Mar 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3550 Hamilton-Niagara Peninsula
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Resolute Forest Products (RFP) hired 31 Ukrainian employees at the Sapawe mill in the Atikokan-area for a variety of roles in production cleanup and support, quality control, and supervisory capacities. A new shift is also being added at the mill, generating 15 more jobs. northernontariobusiness.com
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Mar 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3595 Northwest
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Origin Materials, a California-based manufacturing company, is constructing a $130M biomass plant in Sarnia that is expected to begin operations in the second quarter of 2023, employing 50 workers chathamdailynews.ca
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Construction
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Mar 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3570 Windsor-Sarnia
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The Government of Canada is investing over $11M in Nanowave Technologies Inc., NWI Precision Tube ULC, RAMPF Composite Solutions Inc., and Women in Aerospace - Canada, to increase manufacturing capacity, green operations, and provide support for over 180 jobs canada.ca
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ON
Thu Mar 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Ontario
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The Government of Canada is investing over $1.7M into PARO Centre for Women's Enterprises to support 171 businesses, create and maintain 190 jobs and provide access to services for business development to over 1,500 women canada.ca
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Mar 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Ontario
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Collège Boréal in Timmins, in partnership with the Canadian Welding Bureau, will offer a free pre-employment program in June to help women enter the welding trade. The program includes practical training and a work placement. northernontariobusiness.com
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Educational services
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Mar 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3590 Northeast
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The City of Barrie and the County of Simcoe are hosting a Commercial Trucking Job Fair on March 29, 2023, at the Allandale Recreation Centre in Barrie orilliamatters.com
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ON
Thu Mar 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3540 Kitchener-Waterloo-Barrie
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Volkswagen, a German automaker, will establish an electric vehicle (EV) battery manufacturing facility in St. Thomas. Production is set to begin in 2027, creating approximately 2,500 direct jobs. cbc.ca
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Mar 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3570 Windsor-Sarnia
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Zellers, a lifestyle goods retailer, opened nine locations across Ontario cp24.com
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Mar 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Ontario
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The Business & Education Partnership of Waterloo Region will host a career expo in Cambridge on April 13, 2023 for students in grades 7 to 12 cambridgetoday.ca
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ON
Thu Mar 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3540 Kitchener-Waterloo-Barrie
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Doughbox, a pizza chain, is opening two locations in Toronto blogto.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Mar 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3530 Toronto
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The Thunder Bay Community Tennis Centre is constructing six new indoor courts with the help of a $3M joint investment from the city, Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation and FedNor tbnewswatch.com
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Construction
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Mar 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3595 Northwest
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Postmedia Network Inc., eliminated its advertising sales departments in North Bay, Sault Ste. Marie, Sudbury and Timmins northernontariobusiness.com
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Information and cultural industries
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Layoff
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ON
Thu Mar 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3590 Northeast
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The Governments of Canada and Ontario are providing Bell Canada with over $13M to bring high-speed internet access to more than 6,400 homes across Eastern Ontario ontario.ca
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Construction
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Mar 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3515 Kingston-Pembroke
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Pusateri's Fine Foods will open a new location in Toronto this summer retail-insider.com
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Mar 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3530 Toronto
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Avidbots Corp., a Kitchener-based robotics company, laid off 14 percent of its global staff, which is around 50 employees ctvnews.ca
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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Layoff
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ON
Thu Mar 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3540 Kitchener-Waterloo-Barrie
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The Block Public House, a pub and restaurant, opened in North Bay baytoday.ca
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Accommodation and food services
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Mar 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3590 Northeast
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The Great Canadian Casino Resort will open this summer in Toronto with 400 hotel rooms and a 5,000-seat venue viewthevibe.com
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Mar 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3530 Toronto
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FedNor is investing approximately $2.2M in Muskoka Aircraft Refinishing, Sawdust City Brewing Company, Muskoka Arts & Crafts Inc. and Muskoka Chautauqu in the Muskoka region, creating and maintaining 92 jobs canada.ca
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Mar 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3520 Muskoka-Kawarthas
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KFT Wholesale Cash and Carry, a warehouse discount store, opened in Vaughan narcity.com
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Mar 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3530 Toronto
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Inertia Fibre, a business specializing in fibreglass repair, boat accessories manufacturing, and boat maintenance is looking to fill laminator positions in Saint-Justin Available in French only (available in French only)
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Job creation
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QC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2470 Mauricie
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Sonder, a short-term rental manager, laid off around 12 employees at its branch in Montréal Available in French only (available in French only)
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Real estate and rental and leasing
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Layoff
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QC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2440 Montréal
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Boulangerie Toujours Dimanche opened on March 2 in Matane. The business invested over $500,000 in renovating its café and grocery store, which employ 20 people. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Job creation
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QC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2415 Bas-Saint-Laurent
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Two entrepreneurs from Saguenay are investing $700,000 in the Espaces de l’Hybride project, which is a commercial building in Saint-Ambroise. The project should be completed by May 1. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Real estate and rental and leasing
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2475 Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean
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Auberge Presqu'île, a lodging company in Notre-Dame-de-Pontmain, was completely destroyed by a fire on March 7. Their employees have been laid off as a result. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Accommodation and food services
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Layoff
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QC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2455 Laurentides
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The Ville de Val-D’Or invested $5.34M in the third phase of revitalizing its city centre and rehabilitating its sewers. The Duroking Construction company from Mirabel is due to start work in April and complete the project in October. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Public administration
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2465 Abitibi-Témiscamingue
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The Centre intégré universitaire de santé et de services sociaux de l’Est-de-l’Île-de-Montréal is investing over $139M in expanding the operating suite and parking lot at the Hôpital Santa Cabrini. The project is scheduled to be complete in 2025. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Construction
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2440 Montréal
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The Université du Québec à Rimouski received $63M from the Government of Quebec to build a veterinary medicine building, which will be located on the Saint-Hyacinthe campus. Work is scheduled to begin this summer and be complete in the fall of 2024. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Construction
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2435 Montérégie
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The Ottawa Boat Cruise company received $3.2M from the Government of Quebec to build two electric boats Available in French only (available in French only)
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2460 Outaouais
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Entreprises AM, a door and window manufacturer in Saint-Tite, announced that it will close permanently on June 30. The company employs 26 people. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Layoff
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QC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2470 Mauricie
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The Ville de Cowansville is investing $7M in adding an ultraviolet system to its waste water treatment equipment Available in French only (available in French only)
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Public administration
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2430 Estrie
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The Centre de services scolaires des Hauts-Cantons is investing $9.8M in expanding École Louis-Saint-Laurent in Compton. Work is in progress and should be completed in the spring. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Educational services
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2430 Estrie
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Sappi, a wood fibre processing company, is looking to hire several permanent production workers for its pulp mill in Matane Available in French only (available in French only)
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Job creation
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QC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2415 Bas-Saint-Laurent
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Goodyear, a tire manufacturer, is looking to fill at least 30 positions at its factory in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, which currently has 225 employees Available in French only (available in French only)
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Job creation
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QC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2435 Montérégie
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The Old Brewery Mission, a resource for homeless people, will convert a building in the Lachine borough of Montréal into 18 social housing units. Work is scheduled to begin this summer and be complete by the summer of next year. The TENAQUIP Foundation is funding the project. cbc.ca
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Construction
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2440 Montréal
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Salon emplois de Québec, an event for job seekers, will take place from March 31 to April 1 at the Laurier Québec shopping centre. An event is also planned for October. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2420 Capitale-Nationale
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Chez Doris is investing over $10M in converting a former hotel into transitional housing within two years in Montréal’s Ville-Marie borough. The federal and municipal governments are funding the project, which is intended to house around 20 women who have experienced homelessness. montrealgazette.com
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Construction
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2440 Montréal
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The Centre de services scolaire des Chênes opened Deux-Rivières elementary school in Saint-Lucien. The investment, valued at nearly $18M, will accommodate up to eight classes as of March 7. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Educational services
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2433 Centre-du-Québec
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Kentucky Fried Chicken, a fast-food chain, closed its restaurant in Sainte-Thérèse Available in French only (available in French only)
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Accommodation and food services
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Layoff
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QC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2455 Laurentides
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Beta Technologies, an American electric aircraft manufacturer, opened an engineering centre in Montréal, which employs around 50 people ctvnews.ca
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2440 Montréal
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The governments of Quebec and Canada are granting nearly $2.8M to 15 businesses in Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine to support Quebec’s fish and seafood sector. The total investment in these 15 projects is estimated at over $5.7M. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Public administration
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2410 Gaspésie-Îles-de-la-Madeleine
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Chantiers Chibougamau, a company operating in the forestry sector, is investing over $20M in expanding its facilities and upgrading its equipment. The Government of Quebec contributed $7.5M to the total amount, which has created over 50 jobs. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Job creation
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QC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2490 Nord-du-Québec
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Avril, a supermarket chain, announced that a store will be built in Repentigny. The project, estimated at $8M, is scheduled to be complete this fall. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2450 Lanaudière
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The Centre de services scolaires Kamouraska - Rivière-du-Loup announced that construction has begun on a new elementary school on Alice-Savard Street in Rivière-du-Loup. The project, valued at nearly $31M, should be finished before the fall of 2024. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Educational services
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2415 Bas-Saint-Laurent
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Les 3 Sphères, a private seniors’ residence in Granby, will close at the end of June. The residence’s 20 employees will lose their jobs. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Health care and social assistance
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Layoff
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QC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2430 Estrie
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Hydro-Québec invested nearly $60M in repairing the Rapide-7 generating station located near Rouyn-Noranda. The project includes the spillway, deck for vehicle traffic, and bridge. EBC, a company from Lévis, was awarded the contract. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Utilities
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2465 Abitibi-Témiscamingue
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Bois Buckland, a hard wood flooring manufacturer, is temporarily closing its factory in Notre-Dame-Auxiliatrice-de-Buckland. This decision has led to around 20 employees losing their jobs. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Layoff
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QC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2425 Chaudière-Appalaches
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The Regroupement des Centres de la petite enfance de la Côte-Nord estimates that there are around 30 educator positions to fill within the region. This number is expected to grow to around 100 because 500 additional spots will be created by the end of 2025. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Health care and social assistance
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Job creation
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QC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2480 Côte-Nord
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The Nunavut government is accepting applicants for the Nunavut Prospectors Program, which provides up to $8,000 for eligible applicants. The funding can help cover field expenses, sample analysis costs, assistant wages, materials and project supplies. .gov.nu.ca
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Mining and oil and gas extraction
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Other type of event
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NU
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6210 Nunavut
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The Government of Yukon is strengthening their buildings and infrastructure. The Budget 2023-24 includes $52.4M towards bridge repairs, inspections, and bridge replacements, $26M for airport improvements, $27.8M for road improvements and $25.9M for land development to increase housing options. yukon.ca
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Construction
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Other type of event
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YT
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6010 Yukon Territory
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The federal government is providing $1M towards a two-year project led by Tu Cho Fisher’s Cooperative Limited. The project aims to improve the capacity of the winter fishery, create jobs in Great Slave Lake commercial fishery and help maintain progress towards growing NWT’s fishing industry. canada.ca
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Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
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Job creation
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NT
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6110 Northwest Territories
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The Nunavut government hopes to expand its new colorectal cancer screening pilot program is to other Nunavut communities within the next 6 months. Currently, the pilot runs in Gjoa Haven, Arviat and Pond Inlet. The cancer screening program is a proactive approach to improving the health of the Nunavummiut. nunatsiaq.com
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Health care and social assistance
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Other type of event
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NU
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6210 Nunavut
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The Government of Yukon has announced the transition of three schools to the First Nation School Board in the 2023-24 school year. The schools remain under public school curriculum and will have the additional opportunities to learn and engage in First Nations culture. yukon.ca
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Educational services
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Other type of event
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YT
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6010 Yukon Territory
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Appian Capital Advisory LLP is investing $100M over four years to Osisko Metals-owned Pine Point lead/zinc mine, which has been closed for 35 years. The potential reopening of the mine will support NWT with new job opportunities. nnsl.com
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Mining and oil and gas extraction
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Other type of event
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NT
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6110 Northwest Territories
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The Government of Yukon is providing $59.2M towards their Our Clean Future's climate change commitments. The funding aims to reduce emissions, increase resilience and enhance energy security. yukon.ca
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Mining and oil and gas extraction
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Other type of event
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YT
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6010 Yukon Territory
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Effective April 1, 2023, the Government of NWT is exempting additional income received from Indigenous Governments from the calculation of Income Assistance benefits. The exemption is a further step towards advancing reconciliation and supporting residents. www.gov.nt.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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Other type of event
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NT
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6110 Northwest Territories
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The Government of Yukon is providing $10M towards their Putting People First's health and social system initiatives. The funding aims to support substance-use health emergencies and to strengthen the territory’s healthcare system. yukon.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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Other type of event
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YT
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6010 Yukon Territory
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The federal government will provide up to $7.2M per emergency shelter in support of four projects in Northern Canada developed by Pauktuutit, the organization representing Inuit women in Canada. One of the shelters will be located in Nunavut. In the long-term, Pauktuuit aims to set up 13 emergency shelters, with locations including one in Nunavut and one in Northwest Territories. rcinet.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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NU
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6210 Nunavut
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The federal government and municipality of Hay River is providing $622,600 towards the new fully serviced business park, Sundog Business Park. The investment will attract new businesses, create local jobs and support strong economic development opportunities. canada.ca
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Management of Companies and Enterprises
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Other type of event
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NT
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6110 Northwest Territories
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Vionell Holdings Partnership began Phase One of a new housing development in Brandon. The Edge, a seven-building, 252-suite complex at the southeast end of the city, is expected to be completed in fall 2023. bdnmb.ca
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Construction
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Other type of event
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MB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4630 Southwest
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The Keewatin Tribal Council and Four Arrows Regional Health Authority recently graduated 12 new emergency responders from seven northern First Nations under a specialized medical training and transportation program. Thirteen communities also received new transport vehicles, equipment, and supplies. thompsoncitizen.net
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Health care and social assistance
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Job creation
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MB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4680 North
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Manitoba health care officials extended nearly 350 job offers on a recent recruitment trip to the Philippines. Potential recruits include about 240 nurses and 110 health care aides. cbc.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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Job creation
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MB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Manitoba
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Bahay Kubo, a tiki-themed Filipino restaurant, recently opened in Winnipeg’s Exchange District. The restaurant began as a pop-up but now operates out of the Royal Albert Arms Hotel. cbc.ca
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Accommodation and food services
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Job creation
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MB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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The Government of Manitoba is providing $780,660 to 21 projects aimed at protecting fish and wildlife in the province through the Fish and Wildlife Enhancement Fund. Non-profits, academic institutions, and community organizations may apply for funding that will cover eligible expenses that promote sustainability. news.gov.mb.ca
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Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
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MB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Manitoba
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The federal government is providing $10.7M to Main Street Project, a Winnipeg non-profit that serves people experiencing homelessness. The funds will enable the organization to upgrade its Martha Street facility, adding a withdrawal management space. cbc.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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Other type of event
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MB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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The provincial government is allocating $3.6M from Budget 2023 to safety initiatives in downtown Winnipeg. The funds will go to the Downtown Community Safety Partnership, which works with community groups, government departments, and mental health providers to offer support services. news.gov.mb.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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MB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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The Government of Manitoba will begin offering regulated child care at a maximum $10 a day for children under 12 in April 2023, three years ahead of schedule. The province is inviting post-secondary institutions to apply for funding to develop new training programs for early childhood educators and assistants. news.gov.mb.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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MB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Manitoba
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The City of Steinbach has begun construction on the $66.2M Southeast Event Centre and anticipates its completion by fall of 2024. The project includes an indoor rink, concert venue, walking track, and multi-use hall. constructconnect.com
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Construction
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Other type of event
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MB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4610 Southeast
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The Government of Manitoba recently issued funding letters to personal care homes, indicating that they may begin hiring new direct care staff. The new jobs are part of a $16M funding increase that was announced in 2022 to increase the number of health-care aides, licensed practical nurses, and registered nurses. cbc.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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Job creation
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MB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Manitoba
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The St. James-Assiniboia School Division in Winnipeg will eliminate 12 full-time teaching positions in 2023-2024 due to declining enrolment, according to its draft budget. The school division will maintain class sizes and programs despite financial constraints. winnipegfreepress.com
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Educational services
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Layoff
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MB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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Alamo Gold received approval from the federal government for its Lynn Lake Gold Project. The company will extract gold from two Northern Manitoba mines over a 13-year period. The project is expected to create more than 400 jobs during both construction and operation. thompsoncitizen.net
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Mining and oil and gas extraction
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Job creation
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MB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4680 North
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The City of Winnipeg has begun construction on the $52M St. Vital Bridge Rehabilitation Project. The first phase of construction is expected to be complete in November 2023, and the second phase in October 2024. constructconnect.com
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Construction
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Other type of event
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MB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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Merit Functional Foods, a Winnipeg plant protein processor, recently closed. Its facility opened in 2021 to extract protein from peas and canola, but global market conditions have limited its success. The number of employees affected is not yet known. cbc.ca
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MB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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The City of Winnipeg is spending $5M to hire and train 24 transit security officers by the end of 2023. The team will patrol city buses and bus stops, focusing on five routes that have been found to have the most serious safety incidents. cbc.ca
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Public administration
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Job creation
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MB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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Red River College Polytechnic is launching a series of free micro-credential programs; short courses that allow workers to upgrade their skills quickly without interrupting their careers. Three of the new microcredentials are in environmental technology and three focus on building relationships with Indigenous communities. winnipegfreepress.com
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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MB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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The Government of Manitoba has finalized a health care deal with the federal government. The province will receive an additional $6.7B in health care funding over 10 years. This includes $1.2B for priority areas for which the province needs to account for its spending. winnipegfreepress.com
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Health care and social assistance
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MB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Manitoba
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The Government of Manitoba is providing a total $1.7M to five mineral exploration projects through its Manitoba Mineral Development Fund. The approved projects are in Northern Manitoba, near Lynn Lake, Snow Lake, and Flin Flon. news.gov.mb.ca
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Mining and oil and gas extraction
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Other type of event
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MB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4680 North
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Crampton’s Market, a Headingley grocer specializing in locally grown food, is closing permanently this month due to rising costs and low profitability. cbc.ca
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Layoff
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MB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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The Government of Canada and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities are providing $487K in joint-funding to the City of Prince Rupert, to support a pilot project to install a new wastewater treatment technology and study how it can be integrated with local soils, plants, and other features of the natural landscape. canada.ca
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Utilities
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5960 North Coast
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The Governments of Canada and British Columbia have signed an agreement in principle which aims to provide $27.47B in federal funding over 10 years to improve health care services in B.C. Funding also includes $3.32B aimed at supporting shared health care priorities and immediate funding of $273M to address urgent needs, especially in pediatric hospitals and emergency rooms, and surgery backlogs. canada.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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BC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of BC
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Mishmish, a new Middle Eastern bakery and café, plans to open in Vancouver this year. dailyhive.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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Wonderworld Montessori Academy is planning to build its second location in Vancouver, with the facility accommodating up to 86 children. A total of 16 licensed staff will operate the 11,730 sq. ft. facility. dailyhive.com
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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The B.C. government is providing $586M in funding to health-care treatments and recovery services. The funding aims to add over 195 treatment and recovery beds throughout B.C. and establish improved supports for people with concurrent mental-health and addiction challenges. news.gov.bc.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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Other type of event
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BC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of BC
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Mama Said Pizza Co., a brick-and-mortar restaurant, announced plans to open a 1,100 sq. ft. location in Port Moody. dailyhive.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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The B.C. government through the Growing Communities Fund is providing over $15M to the City of Kamloops for new infrastructure. The new amenities include recreation facilities, transit services, parks and water treatment plants. kamloopsthisweek.com
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Construction
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BC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5930 Thompson-Okanagan
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IKEA, a Swedish home goods retail chain, is seeking to expand its store location in Richmond to a total floor area of more than 507,000 sq. ft. The City of Richmond is currently considering the proposed project. dailyhive.com
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BC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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The B.C. government is providing $200M in funding for food security to ensure residents have better access to an increased supply of affordable, local food. The funding aims to boost both the province's food bank system and agricultural production. Funding for Indigenous communities will also help with food availability, cost and food security. news.gov.bc.ca
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BC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of BC
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Nordstrom, an upscale U.S.-based retailer will permanently close of all its Canadian stores by the end of June, impacting 643 jobs in B.C.'s two locations. The closures include 230,000 sq. ft. Nordstrom store in Vancouver and the Nordstrom Rack in Langley. cbc.ca
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Layoff
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BC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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The B.C. government is allocating $150M for upgrades to the province's 911 emergency communications system. The project aims to build a technologically enhanced emergency network which includes accessibility features and provides public safety for people living and travelling in rural, remote, and Indigenous communities. news.gov.bc.ca
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Public administration
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of BC
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Good Earth Coffeehouse, a Canadian-founded coffee chain, has opened a new location in downtown Victoria. dailyhive.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5910 Vancouver Island and Coast
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The Government of Canada is providing $3.9M in funding to four projects to support B.C.'s Francophone and Francophile communities. The projects will contribute to Francophone and Francophile businesses, support and maintain jobs, aid tourism operators and enhance cultural hubs. canada.ca
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BC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of BC
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Salina Cheng Music Academy, located in Coquitlam, permanently closed this month. The closure is due to financial pressures from the COVID-19 pandemic and the recent loss of two piano teachers and a receptionist. tricitynews.com
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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Layoff
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BC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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The B.C. government, through the Growing Communities Fund, is providing $37M in funding to Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Anmore and Belcarra. Funding will support local services, infrastructure and community amenities. tricitynews.com
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BC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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Cobs Bread, an Australian bakery chain, announced plans to open a new location in Vancouver. dailyhive.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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The Chinese Canadian Museum, located in Vancouver, is expected to officially open in July 2023. The jointly funded facility aims to help revitalize the city’s Chinatown district. dailyhive.com
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Information and cultural industries
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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The Government of Canada is providing $300K in funding to the Daylu Dena Council of the Kaska Nation for their Capacity Building Strategy project, which aims to plant 10,000 trees to help rehabilitate and restore lands impacted by the Lutz Creek Wildfire, near Lower Post. canada.ca
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Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5970 Nechako
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Local developer Marcon is proposing a 32-storey hotel with 578 rooms in downtown Vancouver to support tourism. The building will include the hotel, a restaurant as well as retail and office space. dailyhive.com
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Construction
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Other type of event
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BC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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The Government of Canada is providing over $233K in funding to expand Young Entrepreneur Leadership Launchpad (YELL) Canada programming in Terrace, Smithers, Vanderhoof, Prince George and Quesnel. The programming aims to provide access for over 180 students to entrepreneurship and leadership opportunities. canada.ca
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Educational services
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BC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5950 Cariboo
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Vanprop has partnered with Bosa Properties to redevelop Lansdowne Shopping Centre, located in Richmond, into a residential centre with 1,075 residential units in the first phase, including 150 affordable rental units and 150 market rental units. If the first development phase is approved, construction is expected to start in March 2025. richmond-news.com
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Construction
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Other type of event
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BC
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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The Government of Alberta is moving forward with a $60.5M project to replace the Vince Bridge - a critical piece of infrastructue serving the Industrial Heartland region near Edmonton. The new bridge will be able to handle overweight and oversize loads destined for large industrial facilities in the area. stalbertgazette.com
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Construction
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4860 Edmonton
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Edmonton-based Flair Airlines is adding two new direct flights in Canada this summer and also increasing the frequency of some of its flights out of Edmonton this winter. ctvnews.ca
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4860 Edmonton
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Portage College is currently recruiting for administrative, housekeeping, athletics and recreation, academic and finance positions across its seven campus locations in Alberta. The college also has student, contract and external employment opportunities available. lakelandconnect.net
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Educational services
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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The Sporting Life Group, a Toronto-based sporting goods retailer, is opening two Team Town Sports stores in Calgary during May 2023, as part of a nation-wide roll-out of 25 stores. Team Town is launching an e-commerce platform at the same time. newswire.ca
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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Invest Alberta and the National Association of Software and Service Companies (nasscom) in India have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to promote innovation, investment, and technological exchange. As part of the agreement MacEwan University will provide 180 days of complementary office space for nasscom members looking to permanently establish themselves in the province. globenewswire.com
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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AB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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The Town of Coaldale, located just east of Lethbridge, joined the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program on March 1, 2023. The provincial program nominates new Canadians for permanent residency as long as they have the skills to fill job shortages or are planning to open a business. ctvnews.ca
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AB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4810 Lethbridge-Medicine Hat
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Pipestone Energy Corp. is planning to install a new gathering pipeline to tie Pipestone’s existing 12-14 battery to wells that it is currently drilling and completing on a new pad south of Grande Prairie. By April 2023, Pipestone expects to have increased its producing well count by 14 since December 31, 2022. globenewswire.com
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Mining and oil and gas extraction
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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Nordstrom, a US-based luxury department store chain, is closing all its stores in Canada resulting in 2,500 job losses. In Alberta there is a Nordstrom store at Chinook Centre Mall and a discount Nordstrom Rack at Deerfoot Meadows Mall, both in Calgary, and a Nordstrom Rack at South Edmonton Commom. ctvnews.ca
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Layoff
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AB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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The Government of Alberta is providing $1B over three years to increase the hours of care for continuing care home residents. The funding also targets supports for caregivers, and access to care and supports through home and community care, rather than through facility-based care. alberta.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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Alberta Enterprise Corporation has invested USD $7.5M into Alpaca VC's third fund to provide early-stage capital to Alberta technology companies. An investment from Alpaca into local start-up technology companies opens up access to US capital and markets. newswire.ca
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Finance and insurance
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AB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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The Government of Alberta is allocating an extra $330M over three years to support front-line social services workers. The funding includes $25M in increases to operational funding as well wage top-ups for more than 21,000 front-line social service workers, including disability support workers, homeless shelter workers and about 175 family violence prevention workers. alberta.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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Other type of event
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AB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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Alberta Health Services (AHS) is extending the reduced hours of service at Boyle Healthcare Centre, due to high vacancies among nursing staff and an inability to secure sufficient temporary coverage. albertahealthservices.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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Other type of event
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AB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4870 Athabasca-Grande Prairie-Peace River
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Rural areas around Alberta are facing an ongoing pharmacist shortage in local town and village pharmacies, according to the Alberta College of Pharmacy. There is greater per-capita demand for pharmacists in small communities, according to the College. cbc.ca
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AB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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Calgary-based PTW Energy Services Ltd. is hiring all levels of electricians and instrumentation technicians, including indentured Electrical Apprentices and Certified Journeypersons. PTW also offers an Apprenticeship Tuition Program. energynow.ca
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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Bilton Welding and Manufacturing is working with CP Rail to convert three diesel locomotives to hydrogen power at its facility in Innisfail. CP is already testing the first hydrogen-powered engine to move cargo in the Calgary-area. cbc.ca
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Other type of event
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AB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4850 Red Deer
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Grande Prairie City Council has voted to transition to a municipal police service from its current contract model with the RCMP. The transition is estimated to cost around $19M, with the province already committing $9.7M over the next two years. mygrandeprairienow.com
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Public administration
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4870 Athabasca-Grande Prairie-Peace River
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Pine Cliff Energy Ltd. is planning to spend $27.9M in its 2023 capital budget to drill four oil wells and three natural gas wells, all in Alberta. The capital budget includes $6.5M on well and pipeline abandonments and reclamation work. boereport.com
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Mining and oil and gas extraction
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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Terrestrial Energy, an advanced nuclear technology company, has opened an office in Calgary to support the commercial development of the company’s Integral Molten Salt Reactor (IMSR) plant. The $18M investment by Terrestrial will create 29 jobs over the next two years. calgaryherald.com
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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Swoop, an ultra-low-cost airline, is expanding its summer schedule to select Canadian cities, with several new routes and added flight frequencies. Swoop is also extending its seasonal service, through to the end of June, to Puerto Vallarta (PVR) and Los Cabos (SJD) in Mexico. newswire.ca
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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The Government of Alberta is allocating $8B for the Ministry of Transportation and Economic Corridors’ in its three-year Budget 2023 capital plan. The government plan includes $2B for planning, design and construction of major highway and bridge projects. alberta.ca
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Construction
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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Lakeland Co-op is hiring for a variety of full-time and part-time positions at its new gas bar location in Cold Lake. lakelandconnect.net
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4880 Wood Buffalo-Cold Lake
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Calgary-based Parkland Corporation, an international energy and retail company, has cancelled its plans for $600M in renewable diesel projects at its Burnaby, BC location. Parkland estimated that the work would have created 1,000 jobs. calgaryherald.com
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Other type of event
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AB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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The Government of Alberta is funding three schools in Edmonton - one new K-9 public school and two replacement francophone schools. Sherwood Park will see funding for a new school to consolidate students from two existing sites. The province is also funding planning and design work for additional schools. edmontonjournal.com
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Construction
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4860 Edmonton
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Chinook’s Edge School Division is planning to build a new middle school in Penhold to replace the current Penhold Elementary School facility following Budget 2023 funding allocations from the province. Construction is expected to start in early fall 2023 with completion projected for 2025. Other school divisions in the region have various design and modernization projects in the works. rdnewsnow.com
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Construction
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4850 Red Deer
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The Calgary Co-operative Association Limited is planning a new grocery store in Cochrane. The development also includes a pharmacy, a wine, spirits, beer, and cannabis store, a six-pump gas bar, convenience store, and a double touchless car wash. Construction is expected to start in spring 2024 with an opening in 2025. The total development is anticipated to create about 200 jobs. cochranenow.com
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Construction
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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Bonjour Bakery in Edmonton has relocated to its own building in the Old Strathcona area, allowing it to expand its product lines beyond baked goods. In April 2023 the company will start offering custom sandwiches made in-house. news
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4860 Edmonton
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The Government of Alberta is allocating more than $15M over three years to create 1,000 new apprenticeship spaces at post-secondary institutions. Apprenticeship opportunities are available in Alberta in 47 different trades across 11 institutions and are fully funded by provincial dollars. ctvnews.ca
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Educational services
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AB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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The Red Deer Regional Airport, in partnership with the City and County, is set to start an expansion project this summer following $30M in support from the province. The project, which will improve access to the airport, is expected to create 200 jobs over two years and 350 jobs once the commercial land adjacent to the runway is developed. lacombeonline.com
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Construction
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4850 Red Deer
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The Government of Alberta is providing $92M over three years to provide mental health supports for children and youth in partnerships with CASA Mental Health. The funding includes $25M in capital dollars for new facilities in Calgary, Fort McMurray and in an unspecified community in central Alberta. alberta.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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The Town of Pincher Creek is leaving Alberta’s community peace officer (CPO) program following the departure of its two CPOs in 2022. Municipal bylaws will be enforced by a forthcoming dedicated bylaw officer and the town is also hiring a full-time bylaw and safety co-ordinator to handle training requirements and enforcement priorities. yahoo.com
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Public administration
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4840 Banff-Jasper-Rocky Mountain House
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The Government of Alberta is allocating $310M over three years through the Continuing Care Capital Program to further expand continuing care capacity in the province. The Bridgeland Riverside Continuing Care Centre in Calgary will add 198 new continuing care spaces.The Gene Zwozdesky Centre in Edmonton will add 145 new spaces and renovate 205 existing spaces alberta.ca
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Construction
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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Home Depot is hiring over 500 people across Alberta for the spring and summer season. The positions include full-time and part-time roles in customer service, sales, store support, freight, merchandising, and warehouse operations. dailyhive.com
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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The City of Saskatoon is looking to develop a new recreation facility as part of the White Buffalo Youth Lodge development. An early cost estimate of the facility is between $15M and $20M. ctvnews.ca
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Construction
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Other type of event
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SK
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4730 Saskatoon-Biggar
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According to a report released by the Saskatchewan Realtors Association, housing sales in the province are down 19% from last year. Sales activity was higher than the 10-year average, but the inventory levels were noticeably lower. larongenow.com
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SK
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Saskatchewan
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A new hair salon, Boreal Colours, opened its doors in La Ronge. larongenow.com
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Other services (except public administration)
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Job creation
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SK
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4760 Northern
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The Government of Canada has announced $1.24M in funding to three organizations to advance 2SLGBTQI+ equality in the province. canada.ca
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Other type of event
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SK
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Saskatchewan
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The Farmers Business Network has opened a new farmer fulfillment centre in Saskatoon. The new facility will allow the organization to meet the demand for farming items faster. The facility is organization’s primary hub in Western Canada. ctvnews.ca
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Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
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SK
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4730 Saskatoon-Biggar
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The Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities and industry partners have jointly issued a call for immediate support for the cattle industry. The industry faces several issues, including low profits, drought conditions and a shortage of veterinarians. northeastnow.com
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Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
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SK
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Saskatchewan
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The Government of Saskatchewan hosted the second annual Indigenous Business Gathering in Saskatoon. Over 500 people from Indigenous and non-Indigenous businesses attended the event to discuss collaborations and partnerships. saskatchewan.ca
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SK
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Saskatchewan
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The Government of Canada has announced $4M in funding for organizations advancing gender equality in Saskatchewan. This funding is part of the $601.3M provided through federal Budget 2021 to increase efforts to end gender-based violence. canada.ca
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SK
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Saskatchewan
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The federal government is providing $1M in funding to support crisis hotlines in Saskatchewan. Crisis hotlines will use the funding to offer more robust services, resources and supports for survivors of gender-based violence. canada.ca
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SK
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Saskatchewan
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OUTSaskatoon has laid off nine staff members due to pressures from the COVID-19 pandemic and decrease in funding. OUTSaskatoon’s education and support services are on hold until further notice. thestarphoenix.com
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Educational services
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Layoff
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SK
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4730 Saskatoon-Biggar
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The University of Regina is facing budgetary challenges due to ongoing COVID-19 factors, including decrease in enrolments and reduced revenue. The university is determining ways to decrease base budgets between 5 and 7 per cent. leaderpost.com
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Educational services
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Layoff
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SK
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4710 Regina-Moose Mountain
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The Government of Saskatchewan has announced $500K of additional funding for the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission. These funds will support the Indigenous Apprenticeship Initiatives program, which helps attract people into the skilled trades. saskatchewan.ca
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SK
Mon Mar 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Saskatchewan
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Faculty at UPEI are concerned about the university’s long-term financial stability, with the amount of money required to establish a faculty of medicine on campus. Estimated infrastructure costs total over $100M and annual operating costs of $11M a year. cbc.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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PE
Fri Mar 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1110 Prince Edward Island
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The UPEI Faculty Association says it is prepared to go on strike by March 20, if a contract can’t be reached with the university by then. Both sides have been negotiating since April 2022. cbc.ca
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Public administration
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PE
Fri Mar 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1110 Prince Edward Island
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ESDC has a new Skilled Trades apprenticeship program, which will help small to medium-sized employers to hire first-year apprentices in 39 Red Seal trades. Included are plumbers, gasfitters, refrigeration and A/C mechanics, and steamfitter/pipefitters. mechanicalbusiness.com
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Public administration
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PE
Fri Mar 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1110 Prince Edward Island
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P.E.I. horse owners state that there is a shortage of Island veterinarians, an issue made worse when a vet clinic in Kensington stopped treating horses. Concerned Equine Owners of P.E.I. say about 800 horses are affected by the lack of veterinarians. cbc.ca
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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PE
Fri Mar 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1110 Prince Edward Island
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The Construction Association of P.E.I. states that residential development has been on the decline over the past two years, due mainly to the number of major projects on the Island. It claims the industry needs up to 2,000 additional workers to catch up. cbc.ca
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Construction
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Other type of event
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PE
Fri Mar 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1110 Prince Edward Island
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The Government of Canada has announced $1,006,223 for the Centre for Entrepreneurship Education & Development (CEED) and the Centre for Women in Business (CWB). The funding to CEED will assist over 850 startups and 200 existing N.S. businesses while the CWB funding will support two projects. canada.ca
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Other services (except public administration)
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NS
Fri Mar 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Nova Scotia
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The N.S. Government has announced a $25M investment to support the creation of new health data analytics and health system administration programs at Saint Mary’s University to help Nova Scotia become a national leader in leveraging data and analytics to improve patient care. novascotia.ca
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Educational services
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NS
Fri Mar 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1250 Halifax
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The South End Family Practice has announced it is closing its Halifax medical clinic on August 30, 2023. The clinic has four doctors which currently serve over 4,100 patients. As of February 1, 2023, just over 133,000 Nova Scotians (13.5% of the population) are in need of a doctor. cbc.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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NS
Fri Mar 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1250 Halifax
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Nova Scotia is the first province to recognize credentials of US board-certified doctors without exams. The change will remove a barrier for doctors who trained in the United States but would like to practice in the province. cbc.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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NS
Fri Mar 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Nova Scotia
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ESDC has a new Skilled Trades apprenticeship program, which will help small to medium-sized employers to hire first-year apprentices in 39 Red Seal trades. Included are plumbers, gasfitters, refrigeration and A/C mechanics, and steamfitter/pipefitters. mechanicalbusiness.com
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Public administration
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NS
Fri Mar 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Nova Scotia
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Halifax has approved $11M in spending for an affordable housing development in the city's north end to build a 38-unit project backed by the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul. The development project will include on-site health and social services for residents. The society will have 18 months beginning in May to complete the project. cbc.ca
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Construction
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NS
Fri Mar 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1250 Halifax
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N.S. has launched a new tourism campaign "Your Ocean Playground" that will run through the end of summer in Ontario, Quebec, and the northeastern US. The province will invest an additional $2.7M in 2023 campaigns to support earlier and extended marketing of N.S. with a total budget of $8.6M for 2023. citynews.ca
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Public administration
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NS
Fri Mar 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Nova Scotia
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The N.S. Government has announced a $58.9M investment to develop a new medical school campus at Cape Breton University (in collaboration with Dalhousie University). The new medical school campus will train 30 new doctors each year with plans to open by fall 2025. Funding also includes a new collaborative care clinic at the NSCC Marconi campus. novascotia.ca
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NS
Fri Mar 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1210 Cape Breton
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The Province of N.S. has sold 27,000 mineral claims in 2022, a solid increase compared to the past five years. Of these, at least half are held by companies looking for lithium. The two biggest buyers were Brunswick Exploration and Australia-based Continental Lithium. cbc.ca
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Mining and oil and gas extraction
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NS
Fri Mar 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Nova Scotia
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Nova Scotia's Department of Education and Early Childhood Development has cited supply chain and labour pressures for the delay in meeting its pledge to add 1,500 new daycare spaces by the end of 2022. 400 new licensed daycare spaces were created between July 2021 and Dec. 31 2022. cbc.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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NS
Fri Mar 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Nova Scotia
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New/Coming Soon Businesses: McJolly (Halifax), Chicken, Burgers, Spaghetti (Halifax), The Big Leagues Brew Pub (Bayers Lake), Bluenotes/Aeropostale (Halifax), Desto Binz (Dartmouth); Closures: Steak & Stein (Halifax/Dartmouth). retales.ca
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Accommodation and food services
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NS
Fri Mar 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1250 Halifax
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The N.S. Government has announced $8M to help organizations supporting women experiencing gender-based violence meet an increased demand for their services and address rising operating costs. novascotia.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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NS
Fri Mar 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Nova Scotia
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Halifax has been chosen to host the 2024 Juno Awards on March 24, 2024 for the first time since 2006. cbc.ca
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Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
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NS
Fri Mar 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1250 Halifax
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The Touquoy open pit gold mine in Moose River is expected to wrap up mining operations in early 2024 rather than late 2024. Owner Atlantic Gold is a subsidiary of Australian-based St Barbara which has proposed 3 other N.S. gold mines. cbc.ca
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Mining and oil and gas extraction
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Other type of event
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NS
Fri Mar 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1220 North Shore
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ESDC has a new Skilled Trades apprenticeship program, which will help small to medium-sized employers to hire first-year apprentices in 39 Red Seal trades. Included are plumbers, gasfitters, refrigeration and A/C mechanics, and steamfitter/pipefitters. mechanicalbusiness.com
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Public administration
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NL
Fri Mar 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Newfoundland and Labrador
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The N.L. Government has announced a $1.4M investment to improve two tennis facilities in St. John's in anticipation of the 2025 Canada Summer Games. The funding will be used for the installation of a new air dome at the Green Belt Tennis Club, improvements to seating arrangements and court upgrades. cbc.ca
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Construction
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NL
Fri Mar 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1010 Avalon Peninsula
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The anticipated opening of the recreational facility to replace the Mews Centre in St. John’s has been pushed back to spring 2024 with construction about 60% complete. Cost of construction has remained on budget at $33.5M. vocm.com
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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NL
Fri Mar 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1010 Avalon Peninsula
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The N.L. Teachers Association says that the shortage of teachers is significant though it has not been quite enough to close schools down for any length of time. The association also indicated that using retired teachers to help fill the gaps is not a long term or sustainable plan. vocm.com
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Educational services
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NL
Fri Mar 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Newfoundland and Labrador
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The N.L. Government has announced a $225M budget for highway construction projects for 2023-24 that is expected to result in a good year for those working in the paving industry, such as contractors and workers. Most of the contracts will be for upgrades to the Trans-Canada Highway. cbc.ca
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Construction
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NL
Fri Mar 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Newfoundland and Labrador
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Eastern Health announced that Smith's Ambulance Services would no longer be providing ambulance services to the Whitbourne area due to concerns with the operator's ability to meet its contract obligations. Eastern Health stated that service to the region would continue with no change to service levels. cbc.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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NL
Fri Mar 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1010 Avalon Peninsula
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N.L. Hydro are hopeful the multibillion-dollar hydroelectricity project at Muskrat Falls will be able to run at high power by mid-April 2023 despite recent software related issues that have resulted in setbacks in testing, which has been delayed to early April from February. cbc.ca
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Utilities
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NL
Fri Mar 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1010 Avalon Peninsula
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Fewers Ambulance Service says that the company hasn't given notice that it's terminating its ambulance services in Ferryland and Cape Broyle despite provincial announcements. They acknowledge having ongoing staffing issues but remain committed to providing ambulance services in the area. cbc.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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NL
Fri Mar 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1010 Avalon Peninsula
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The N.B. Government is reviving the New Brunswick Housing Corporation in order to address the housing crisis in the province. Fifteen positions will be created at the corporation, which will bring all stakeholders together to tackle the housing situation. globalnews.ca
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Public administration
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Job creation
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NB
Fri Mar 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of New Brunswick
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Medavie has donated $100K to NBCC’s School of Health and Wellness, which will go into technology to help reach more learners. The school trains lab assistants, personal support workers, pharmacy techs, practical nurses and respiratory therapists. charlottefm.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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NB
Fri Mar 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of New Brunswick
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West Jet has announced that it will be discontinuing flights between Toronto and Moncton as of April 30, 2023. The airline will begin service from Moncton to both Calgary and Edmonton. thewave.ca
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NB
Fri Mar 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1320 Moncton-Richibucto
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Work has begun to expand the ambulatory care clinic at the Saint John Regional Hospital. The space will be doubled in size to 14,700 ft2 and is expected to be completed by the summer of 2024. The hospital foundation raised $12M for the project. charlottefm.ca
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Construction
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NB
Fri Mar 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1330 Saint John-St. Stephen
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Layoff notices were issued to about 75 food service workers at the University of New Brunswick (UNB) in Fredericton. UNB is currently looking for a new company to take over food services, when the current contract with Sodexo Canada ends on May 31. cbc.ca
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Educational services
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Layoff
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NB
Fri Mar 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1340 Fredericton-Oromocto
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Saint John provided $200K each to four affordable housing projects, through the city’s Affordable Housing Grant Program. The successful recipients were Kaleidoscope Social Impact, Kindred Works, Rehabitat, and Steepleview Developments, Inc. thewave.ca
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Public administration
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NB
Fri Mar 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1330 Saint John-St. Stephen
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ESDC has a new Skilled Trades apprenticeship program, which will help small to medium-sized employers to hire first-year apprentices in 39 Red Seal trades. Included are plumbers, gasfitters, refrigeration and A/C mechanics, and steamfitter/pipefitters. mechanicalbusiness.com
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Public administration
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NB
Fri Mar 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of New Brunswick
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Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre is adding 200 parking spaces this spring tbnewswatch.com
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Construction
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Mar 02 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3595 Northwest
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Mohawks of the Bay of Quine are proceeding with a $1M housing development, with construction starting in late spring and completion expected by mid-fall. The project is partly funded by the federal government. trentonian.ca
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Construction
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Mar 02 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3515 Kingston-Pembroke
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Mining Innovation, Rehabilitation, and Applied Research Corporation in Sudbury received $1.6M from the Government of Ontario and Vale Mining for bio-mining and remediation efforts in tackling mine waste northernontariobusiness.com
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Mining and oil and gas extraction
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ON
Thu Mar 02 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3590 Northeast
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The Government of Ontario hired 119 correctional officers for various facilities in Ontario ontario.ca
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Public administration
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Mar 02 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Ontario
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The Government of Ontario has increased its funding to over $1M for the Belleville Nurse Practitioner-led Clinic for the hiring of additional medical staff intelligencer.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Mar 02 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3515 Kingston-Pembroke
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Nordstrom will close all 13 of its stores in Canada, laying off approximately 2,500 people. Ontario will see eight locations close down. ctvnews.ca
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Layoff
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ON
Thu Mar 02 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Ontario
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The Government of Canada announced $1.6M in investments towards four community infrastructure projects in the Chatham-Kent area chathamthisweek.com
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Construction
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Mar 02 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3570 Windsor-Sarnia
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Flixbus, intercity bus provider, is adding a route from Kitchener-Waterloo to Kingston in March globalnews.ca
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Mar 02 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3515 Kingston-Pembroke
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The $245M expansion of Hydro One's Merivale Transmission Station in Ottawa will begin this spring ottawacitizen.com
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Construction
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Mar 02 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3510 Ottawa
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The Arena, a 2,500-seat live entertainment venue at the Pickering Casino Resort will open in April blogto.com
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Mar 02 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3530 Toronto
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AstraZeneca will expand its research and development hub and launch a rare-disease research hub in Mississauga, creating 500 jobs mississauga.com
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Wholesale trade
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Mar 02 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3530 Toronto
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The Government of Canada will invest $4.5M in 22 projects in London and across southwestern Ontario to enhance public spaces and support tourism recovery canada.ca
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Mar 02 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3560 London
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Electric Island, a music festival, will take place at the Toronto Islands in May blogto.com
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Mar 02 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3530 Toronto
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The Governments of Canada and Ontario are investing over $48M to bring high-speed internet access to 3,800 homes in 31 Ontario communities ontario.ca
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Construction
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Mar 02 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Ontario
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The Home Depot Canada is hiring almost 2,000 people across Ontario for both full-time and part-time positions northbaynipissing.com
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Mar 02 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Ontario
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Bell Canada Inc. received an investment of over $61M from the federal and provincial governments for six projects to bring high-speed Internet access to rural communities and First Nations communities in Northern Ontario canada.ca
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Construction
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Mar 02 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Ontario
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Mango, a fashion retailer, opened a new location at Toronto's Eaton Centre and will open six more locations across the City by July 2023 narcity.com
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Mar 02 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3530 Toronto
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University of Ottawa and McMaster University will lead the Canadian Pandemic Preparedness Hub with a $2M investment from the federal government canada.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Mar 02 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3510 Ottawa
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The City of Kawartha Lakes Family Health Team opened a new patient care clinic in Lindsay thepeterboroughexaminer.com
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Health care and social assistance
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Mar 02 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3520 Muskoka-Kawarthas
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Construction of the New Providence Manor, a long-term care home redevelopment in Kingston, will start in the fall of 2023 with a completion date of 2026 thewhig.com
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Construction
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Mar 02 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3515 Kingston-Pembroke
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The City of Kingston plans to hire 20 new firefighters this year thewhig.com
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Public administration
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Mar 02 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3515 Kingston-Pembroke
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A career fair for over 100 positions in the childcare sector took place on March 9 in Sarnia blackburnnews.com
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Health care and social assistance
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Mar 02 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3570 Windsor-Sarnia
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The federal government invested nearly $16M to support over 160 small and medium enterprises and create or maintain 945 jobs in manufacturing sector and electric vehicle supply chain canada.ca
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Mar 02 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Ontario
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Argonaut Gold is in the final stages of construction at Magino Mine, its open-pit mining project outside Dubreuilville, with a targeted start of commercial mining operations later this year timminstoday.com
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Mining and oil and gas extraction
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Other type of event
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ON
Thu Mar 02 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3590 Northeast
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The Ontario Provincial Police plans to hire over 400 police officers in 2023 with a focus on women and under-represented members of the community baytoday.ca
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Public administration
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Mar 02 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Ontario
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Cambrian College received $350K from Glencore Canada, a mining company, to help cover construction, operating and equipment costs of its Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) Lab cbc.ca
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Educational services
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Mar 02 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3590 Northeast
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The Maison Akhwà:tsire, a shelter that can accommodate up to 22 Indigenous people experiencing homelessness, has opened in downtown Montréal. The project represents an investment of nearly $7M, which includes a contribution from the Government of Canada. cbc.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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QC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2440 Montréal
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The Ville de Joliette announced a $20M investment in repairing its drinking water and sewer pipes in 2023. The Government of Quebec is contributing over $5.7M to the project. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Construction
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2450 Lanaudière
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The Maison des Aînés de Rivière-du-Loup, which has started to welcome its first residents, is looking to hire staff. The establishment includes 10 households and can accommodate 96 seniors and 24 adults with physical disabilities. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Health care and social assistance
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Job creation
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QC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2415 Bas-Saint-Laurent
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Hydro-Sherbrooke will invest $5.2M in rehabilitating the hydroelectric power plant in Rock Forest. The project will be carried out from this summer until the summer of 2024. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Utilities
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QC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2430 Estrie
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The Ville de Coaticook will invest $8.7M in repairing four roads in the summer of 2023. The project includes sewer, water systems, and road repairs. The Government of Quebec is contributing financially to the project. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Construction
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QC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2430 Estrie
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The Coalition pour une relève en assurance de dommages anticipates that 10,000 positions will be available throughout Quebec over the next three years Available in French only (available in French only)
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Finance and insurance
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Job creation
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QC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Quebec
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La Ronde, an amusement park in Montréal, is looking to hire 1000 employees to work in the summer ctvnews.ca
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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Job creation
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QC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2440 Montréal
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The Centre de formation professionnelle de la Baie-James in Chibougamau is investing over $1.1M, including $534,600 from the Société du Plan Nord, in offering a course in electric and hybrid vehicle maintenance and repair for the mining sector Available in French only (available in French only)
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Educational services
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QC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2490 Nord-du-Québec
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Uptaste, a company that manufactures sample-tasting machines, inaugurated its factory in Saint-Hyacinthe. The company, which currently has four employees at this site, is looking to hire more people, including quality assurance staff. Available in French only (available in French only)
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QC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2435 Montérégie
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The Ville de Granby is investing $15.6M in three major road projects scheduled to begin in June. The Government of Quebec is contributing $8.8M to the project. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Public administration
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QC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2430 Estrie
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Corporation LACtivité (CLAP), a sport fishing organization in Dolbeau-Mistassini, invested over $500,000 with contributions from various partners, in building 21 artificial spawning grounds in Lac Saint-Jean Available in French only (available in French only)
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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QC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2475 Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean
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Anormalt, a new microbrewery, announced that its location in Chicoutimi is open. The project required an investment valued at between $1.25M and $1.5M. Available in French only (available in French only)
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QC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2475 Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean
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Maxi, a grocery store chain, will build a new store at the Cité 3000 commercial development in Contrecœur. The multi-million dollar project is scheduled to begin in the spring of 2023 and be complete in the summer of 2024. The project will also create around 100 jobs. Available in French only (available in French only)
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QC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2435 Montérégie
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The Centre de transformation et de valorisation de bioproduits at the Université du Québec à Chicoutimi is officially open. The university invested $1M in the project, which was funded with over $4.5M from Canada Economic Development. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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QC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2475 Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean
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diaMentis, a Quebec-based business specializing in tools that aid in diagnosing mental health disorders, announced that 29 employees have been laid off indefinitely Available in French only (available in French only)
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Health care and social assistance
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Layoff
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QC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2420 Capitale-Nationale
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The Port of Saguenay announced that the first phase of construction on the mechanized bulk shipping system will take place this summer. The overall project is valued at $100M and is scheduled to be complete in 2025. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Construction
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QC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2475 Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean
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The Ville de Victoriaville announced a $2.9M investment in installing approximately 5000 LED street lights in 2023 Available in French only (available in French only)
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Construction
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QC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2433 Centre-du-Québec
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TGTA and Maître Carré, Montréal-based real estate developers, are converting the former Grace Dart hospital into 299 housing units thanks to a $135M investment. The first tenants will be able to move in as of March 2025. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Construction
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QC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2440 Montréal
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The Cégep de Saint-Hyacinthe is investing $5.7M, including $1,379,522 from the city and $2,492,043 from the Government of Quebec, in renovating its pool. Work is scheduled to begin in the summer of 2024. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Construction
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QC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2435 Montérégie
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The Service de police de la Ville de Gatineau is looking to fill around 20 positions Available in French only (available in French only)
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Public administration
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Job creation
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QC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2460 Outaouais
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Centre du rasoir, a business that sells and repairs small electrical appliances, is closing the majority of its 34 retail locations in Quebec. As a result, 150 employees will lose their jobs. Available in French only (available in French only)
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QC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Quebec
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The Centre intégré de santé et de services sociaux de la Montérégie-Centre announced that a server laboratory will be built at a cost of $91.2M in Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville. The project, which will be funded by the Government of Quebec, is scheduled to begin in March 2023 and be complete in the fall of 2025. Available in French only
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Health care and social assistance
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QC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2435 Montérégie
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The Association coopérative forestière de Saint-Elzéar, a sawmill, inaugurated its new planing mill after having invested $21.4M. The provincial government contributed $10M. Available in French only (available in French only)
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QC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2410 Gaspésie-Îles-de-la-Madeleine
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The Comité sectoriel de main-d’œuvre de l’industrie maritime received $3.5M from the Government of Quebec to update some of the courses offered at the Institut maritime du Québec in Rimouski Available in French only (available in French only)
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Educational services
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QC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2415 Bas-Saint-Laurent
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The Government of Canada invested over $28M in the Racine Vaudreuil residential rental project in Vaudreuil-Dorion, which will have 81 units Available in French only (available in French only)
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QC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2435 Montérégie
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Porter Airlines is investing $200M in building a terminal and improving infrastructure at the Aéroport Saint-Hubert in Longueuil. The project, which is scheduled to be complete at the end of 2024, will also include a hotel. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Construction
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QC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2435 Montérégie
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Zeal Motor, an off-road utility vehicle manufacturer, will create around 15 jobs in addition to 30 existing positions. This follows the construction of its new factory valued at $7.5M in Cowansville. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Job creation
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QC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2430 Estrie
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Groupe Isbf Inc., an investment firm, spent $28M on Phase 1 of the Vallensis project, which includes four buildings with 20 condos each in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield. The first building should be completed in December 2023, and the other buildings should be finished next year. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Construction
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QC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2435 Montérégie
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The federal government, through PrairiesCan, is providing $1.3M over three years to the Business Council of Manitoba’s new Workplace Integrated Learning Program. The program arranges summer work placements for Indigenous students and offers cultural competency training for employers. winnipegfreepress.com
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MB
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Manitoba
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The Manitoba Métis Federation is opening a 20-unit residential facility in downtown Winnipeg in March, offering affordable housing and wraparound supports for Métis citizens facing homelessness. winnipegfreepress.com
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Health care and social assistance
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Job creation
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MB
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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The Portage Centennial Academy for the Arts, a community arts space, recently opened in Portage la Prairie. The centre offers programming in dance, theatre, crafting, painting, and culinary arts, and has space available for community events. portageonline.com
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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MB
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4640 North Central
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A new health centre is now open in Lake Manitoba First Nation. Construction began in August 2021 on the facility, which received $6.9M in funding from Indigenous Services Canada. canada.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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Job creation
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MB
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4660 Interlake
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The City of Winnipeg is planning to build an $89.2M recreation complex in the Transcona neighbourhood. The East of the Red Rec Plex will include a pool, waterslide, track, and gym. A recent feasibility study set the construction start date in 2026. winnipegfreepress.com
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Construction
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MB
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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Festival du Voyageur, a French cultural festival in Winnipeg, hosted its first fully in-person event since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. Attendance at the 10-day festival exceeded pre-pandemic levels. winnipegfreepress.com
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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MB
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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Manitoba health care officials extended more than 100 job offers on a recent recruitment trip to the Philippines. The College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba has developed a new licensing process that will allow applicants to begin working shortly after arriving in the province this summer. winnipegfreepress.com
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Health care and social assistance
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MB
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Manitoba
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The provincial government is providing $2.1M to Assiniboine Community College, allowing it to offer its practical nursing program in Neepawa. The two-year program will train 25 nurses in an effort to staff the new Neepawa hospital, scheduled to open in 2025. winnipegfreepress.com
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Health care and social assistance
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MB
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4630 Southwest
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The federal and provincial governments are providing a total of $5.3M to two projects at the Université de Saint-Boniface in Winnipeg. The first involves the management of student records and the second involves promoting the university and recruiting new students. canada.ca
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Educational services
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MB
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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The Government of Canada is providing more than $13M to 16 Indigenous-led community development initiatives, creating an estimated 270 jobs. A total $6.3M is earmarked for Winnipeg non-profit Ka Ni Kanichihk, to expand its campus and programming. canada.ca
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Job creation
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MB
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Manitoba
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Tantalum Mining Corp. of Canada Ltd., is spending $176M to build a lithium concentrator in Manitoba, increasing processing capacity from 500 to 3,000 tonnes per day. This will allow the company to extract additional lithium from tailings at its Tanco Mine near Lac du Bonnet, as well as do processing for other companies. winnipegfreepress.com
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Mining and oil and gas extraction
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MB
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4610 Southeast
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The City of Winnipeg is hiring for hundreds of seasonal positions this summer, including recreation technicians, wading pool attendants, gardeners, labourers, meter readers, and office support. accesswinnipeg.com
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Job creation
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MB
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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The provincial government is accepting applications for the 2023-2024 intake of its Teachers’ Idea Fund. Project proposals are developed by educators across Manitoba, with priority given to submissions that focus on mental health. news.gov.mb.ca
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Educational services
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Other type of event
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MB
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Manitoba
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The federal and provincial governments are providing $60M in grants to Manitoba child care providers. The funds can be used for infrastructure and equipment improvements, curriculum development, and staff recruitment and retention initiatives. canada.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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Other type of event
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MB
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Manitoba
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The Government of Manitoba is implementing a new homelessness strategy, adding $58M in funding to $68M in previously announced measures. The plan will create 700 social housing units this year, fund emergency shelters for 24/7 service in winter months, and increase support for youth exiting the child and family services system. cbc.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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MB
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Manitoba
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The provincial government is adding $12.6M in funding to its Self and Family Managed Care program, which helps people coordinate home care services. It is also spending $1.3M to expand palliative care in Manitoba, beginning in the Southern Health-Santé Sud health region. news.gov.mb.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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MB
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Manitoba
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Seven Oaks School Division, which serves northwest Winnipeg, may cut up to 50 teaching positions during its March budgeting process. Division administrators say provincial funding has not kept pace with operating costs, and staffing and programming will be affected. cbc.ca
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Educational services
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Layoff
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MB
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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Effective April 1, 2023, the Yukon government is increasing the minimum wage to $16.77 per hour. The increase is based on the 2022 Consumer Price Index for Whitehorse (6.8%) and is expected to help low-wage earners deal with inflation, as well as help businesses attract and retain employees. yukon.ca
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YT
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6010 Yukon Territory
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The Whitehorse Premier and Consul General of Japan for Vancouver discussed priorities to strengthen Yukon-Japan relationships. The topics included opportunities for economic cooperation, critical minerals, tourism, immigration and cultural exchange. yukon.ca
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Other type of event
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YT
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6010 Yukon Territory
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The federal government is providing over $2M towards the T???ch? Trades Apprenticeship Program, who will provide funding to small and medium-sized businesses so they can hire 30 first-year apprentices. The apprentices must be in eligible Red Seal trades over the next two years. Some of the eligible trades include carpentry, construction, gas fitting and drywall finishing. mytruenorthnow.com
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Construction
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Job creation
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NT
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6110 Northwest Territories
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The Government of Yukon is partnering with Connective Support Society's (Connective) to operate a new community housing program that provides 24/7 supervised housing and programming services. Connective is further partnering with the Council of Yukon First Nations on the program, which will help transition women in the justice system back into the community. New staff will be recruited and trained to work with program participants. yukon.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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Job creation
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YT
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6010 Yukon Territory
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The Government of Canada is providing $2M to First Kaska Construction Limited Partnership to purchase, relocate, and expand a timber home manufacturing company to Watson Lake, Yukon. The project brings an innovative approach in home production to the remote location, where construction is expensive and options limited . The initiative will support local jobs, economic growth and business development. canada.ca
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Job creation
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YT
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6010 Yukon Territory
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The federal government and NWT are providing $24M over five years to support ongoing patient-oriented research through the SPOR SUPPORT Unit (Hot??? ts’eeda). The research will help improve health care systems and patient care. canada.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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Other type of event
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NT
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6110 Northwest Territories
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The Government of Nunavut (GN) is projecting a modest $8M deficit in their 2023-24 budget. The $2.85 billion budget continues GN’s commitment to addressing socio-economic issues including care of Elders, housing, education and healthcare. .gov.nu.ca
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NU
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6210 Nunavut
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Rio Tinto is investing $40M into the expansion of underground mining of Diavik diamond mine’s A21 pipe, extending the operation’s life to early 2026. The first phase of the project is expected to produce an extra 1.4M carats, and phase two, subject to approval in 2024, should produce another 800,000 carats. The mine employs over 1,100 employees, with 17% who are Northern Indigenous people. canadianminingjournal.com
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Mining and oil and gas extraction
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Job creation
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NT
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6110 Northwest Territories
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The federal and Nunavut governments are providing $1.9M towards the design phase for two new water treatment plants in Rankin Inlet and Grise Fiord. The water treatment facilities will provide safe and clean drinking water to the northern communities. canada.ca
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Utilities
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Other type of event
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NU
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6210 Nunavut
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EPCOR, the City of Edmonton, the Alberta Motor Association and Walmart are among 22 employers currently hiring for hundreds of positions, across a range of roles, in Edmonton. dailyhive.com
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4860 Edmonton
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The Government of Alberta is committing $7M in new funding over three years for language and settlement services to support Ukrainian evacuees. An additional $20.3M is being allocated for housing and direct financial support. alberta.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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Other type of event
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AB
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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The Government of Alberta has awarded $9.6M from Alberta’s Partnership for Research and Innovation in the Health System to university research teams in Edmonton and Calgary. alberta.ca
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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Lynx Air launched service to Las Vegas on February 24, 2023 from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Harry Reid International Airport (LAS). Lynx will operate four flights per week between Calgary and Las Vegas. globenewswire.com
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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Prairie Rose Public Schools has launched its new South Alberta Fire Rescue Academy that will begin this fall in partnership with Bow Island and Cypress County. Firefighter training will be offered to Grade 11 and 12 students with a focus on firefighting and rescue training, and over the course of two years students will complete modules toward earning Firefighter 1 and 2 certifications. medicinehatnews.com
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Educational services
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Other type of event
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AB
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4810 Lethbridge-Medicine Hat
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The federal government is providing $17.8M to support 50 museums, tourist attractions, businesses and events around Alberta in an effort to boost tourism. The funding is expected to support 2,800 jobs. edmontonjournal.com
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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The Government of Alberta has signed a $24B, 10-year health-care funding deal with the federal government. The agreement includes $233M in an immediate, one-time top up to the Canada Health Transfer to address urgent needs, which include help for pediatric hospitals and emergency rooms and to address long wait times for surgeries. edmontonjournal.com
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Health care and social assistance
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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The Government of Alberta is committing $125M over four years toward the cost of a new building for MacEwan University’s School of Business in Edmonton. Construction is expected to start later in 2023 and the building opening is anticipated in 2027. edmontonjournal.com
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Construction
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4860 Edmonton
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The Government of Alberta is providing $5M in grants to the Aboriginal Business Investment Fund (ABIF). Part of the funding will help Fort Chipewyan Métis with the Elders’ Housing and Rental Suites Project. It is expected to create 50 construction jobs with 15 of the positions being filled by Indigenous Peoples. alberta.ca
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Construction
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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Roam Transit is in the process of hiring 38 drivers prior to the busy summer season. In a move to improve hiring and employee retention, the Bow Valley Regional Transit Services Commission has approved the purchase of staff accommodation in Canmore. rmoutlook.com
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4840 Banff-Jasper-Rocky Mountain House
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Calgary-based Gas Liquids Engineering Ltd. (GLE) has started FEED (Front End Engineering and Design) work on a major CO2 pipeline, compression, and sequestration system in Saskatchewan for Whitecap Resources. boereport.com
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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Tolko Industries Ltd. is hiring for mill workers in High Level, Slave Lake and High Prairie. houston-today.com
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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The Government of Alberta is allocating $9.5M in funding to support upgrades and improvements at Calgary’s Telus Spark Science Centre over the next three years. calgaryherald.com
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Construction
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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Ontario-based Splitsville Entertainment and its parent company, Hollywood Bowl Group (HBG) out of the U.K., have purchased all three 10-pin bowling facilities in Calgary for $12M. HBG plans to refurbish and modernize each of the alleys at an estimated cost of $1M per project. calgaryherald.com
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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Other type of event
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AB
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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Imperial Oil Ltd. is reducing the number of contractors working at its Kearl oil sands site in northern Alberta as part of measures to cut operating costs at the project. Imperial is deferring some non-critical work or moving it off site. boereport.com
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Mining and oil and gas extraction
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Other type of event
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AB
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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The Ledcor Group, a construction company, is working on the reconfiguration of Northland Village in Calgary for Primaris REIT. A portion of the mall has already been demolished to make way for parking and new retail opportunities. Winners and GoodLife Fitness are relocating to make way for the transformation of the development to a refreshed open air shopping centre. calgaryherald.com
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Construction
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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Chinook Honey Company, based in Okotoks, is closing its doors on February 28, 2023 as the owners are retiring. The owners had planned on selling the business and are still fielding inquiries. okotoksonline.com
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AB
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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The Government of Alberta is spending $68.3B in its 2023-24 budget on priority areas such as health care, education, infrastructure, diversification, justice, public safety and emergency services. The government expects that Alberta Health Services will add 3,600 staff from April 2023 to March 2024, and the education sector will add 650 full-time equivalent teachers and 1,375 support workers. alberta.ca
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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Thompson Rivers University, located in Kamloops, plans to begin offering a new Master of Nursing-Nurse Practitioner program this year. The full-time, two-year program will allow graduates to work as independent nurse practitioners who can assess a patient’s health, prescribe medications, order, and interpret tests and refer patients to specialists. kamloopsthisweek.com
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Educational services
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BC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5930 Thompson-Okanagan
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Tree Hugger-Wellness Bar, a new restaurant located in Hope, opened in February. hopestandard.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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The Oak Bay Marina restaurant, located in Victoria, permanently closed in March due to labour shortages, supply issues and pressures from inflation. timescolonist.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Layoff
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BC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5910 Vancouver Island and Coast
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The Government of Canada is providing $5M in funding to support 25 research projects which aim to examine existing standards, best practices, and guidelines for the delivery of mental health and substance use services for children, youth and young adults, and provide improved care and service delivery. canada.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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Other type of event
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BC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of BC
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Seabridge Gold, a Canadian resource exploration company, has partnered with the Nisga’a and Tahltan First Nations on the Seabridge KSM Project located in near Stewart. The mining project is expected to create over 1,550 onsite jobs annually during the five-year construction phase, and 1,400 onsite jobs once the mine is in full production. thenorthernview.com
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Mining and oil and gas extraction
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5960 North Coast
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Air Canada plans to introduce direct route from Vancouver to Washington, D.C. The service is expected to seasonally operate five flights per week starting on June 1, 2023. dailyhive.com
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Other type of event
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BC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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The Government of Canada is providing $2.5M in funding to the Canadian Coalition for Seniors Mental Health, for the development and dissemination of guidelines, training, tools and resources for health care providers, caregivers, and seniors, in order to promote and protect the mental health of older adults. canada.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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BC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of BC
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Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada is allocating $13M in funding to enhance the Youth Employment and Skills Program, which aims to help support approximately 1200 jobs for youth in the agriculture sector. The program is now open and accepting applications. canada.ca
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Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of BC
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The B.C. government is providing $440M in funding to BC Cancer to support the improvement of cancer care delivery. The funding aims to expand cancer-care teams and service hours, revise pay structures for medical staff, improve cancer screening, support cancer research, increase Indigenous patient support, and aid patients who must travel for care. news.gov.bc.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of BC
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The B.C. government is providing $500M in funding to BC Ferries, to prevent double-digit fare increases due to inflation and maintain annual average fare increases below 3% a year. news.gov.bc.ca
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BC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of BC
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The Royal BC Museum will commence construction this summer on its collections and research building, located in Colwood. The $270M project is funded by the B.C. government and is expected create over 1,000 direct and indirect jobs until its completion in Summer 2026. news.gov.bc.ca
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Construction
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5910 Vancouver Island and Coast
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The B.C. government is increasing the budget of its Employment Standard Branch by nearly $12M over the next three years to hire up to 33 additional full-time employees to support increased demand its services. news.gov.bc.ca
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Public administration
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of BC
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The B.C. government is providing $65.3M to support the development of a new 485-seat elementary school in Kamloops. Construction on the school is anticipated to start in spring 2024 and open in summer 2026. news.gov.bc.ca
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Construction
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5930 Thompson-Okanagan
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The B.C. government is implementing measures to reduce emergency room wait times for people facing mental-health crises. The changes include quicker access to care and expanded authority for assessment from physicians to nurse practitioners. news.gov.bc.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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BC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of BC
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Canfor Corporation, a BC-based forest products company, has begun exploring alternative uses for its pulp mill located in Taylor, as the company does not expect the operations to restart. alaskahighwaynews.ca
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Other type of event
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BC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5980 Northeast
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Wicked Café opened a new café and bakery location in Vancouver. dailyhive.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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Malaysia Street Milk Tea & Dessert opened a new restaurant location in Richmond in February. dailyhive.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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BC Parks is currently seeking experienced individuals interested in working as park rangers and other related roles. dailyhive.com
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Public administration
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of BC
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The Canadian Blood Services plans to open a new plasma donation centre location in Abbotsford this April, to increase the national plasma supply. abbynews.com
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Health care and social assistance
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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The Coombs-Hilliers Volunteer Fire Department, located near Qualicum Beach, is currently seeking new volunteer firefighters to provide fire and emergency response support to the community. pqbnews.com
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Other services (except public administration)
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5910 Vancouver Island and Coast
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Pot Empire, a new hot-pot restaurant, opened in Burnaby in February. dailyhive.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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The only pediatric gastroenterologist in the province is closing their practice as of May 12. The Saskatchewan Health Authority has said it is actively recruiting to fill pediatric vacancies with targeted recruitment strategies. cbc.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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SK
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Saskatchewan
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According to Statistics Canada’s Labour Force Survey, the Saskatoon Census Metropolitan Area (CMA) had the highest year-over-year employment growth in Canada in 2022, at 9.6%. Saskatoon CMA also recorded the country’s highest employment rate at 68.3%. Employment growth was led by the wholesale and retail trade industry, followed by healthcare and construction. saskatoon.ca
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SK
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4730 Saskatoon-Biggar
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Weston Family has provided $1.4M to the University of Saskatchewan for developing land-based training workshops for First Nations communities, land managers, and farming producers. The funding is a part of a $10M Weston Family Soil Health Initiative. usask.ca
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Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
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SK
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Saskatchewan
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The Holy Rosary Community School in Regina will close by June 2024 due to the building’s structural issues. cbc.ca
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Educational services
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SK
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4710 Regina-Moose Mountain
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The Saskatchewan First Nations Natural Resource Centre of Excellence signed a memorandum of understanding with SupplierLink Saskatchewan. The partnership will help connect Indigenous businesses to major projects in the province. globalnews.ca
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Other type of event
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SK
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Saskatchewan
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Cameco Corporation, a Saskatoon-based company, has announced a multi-billion-dollar contract with Ukraine’s state-owned nuclear energy organization SE NNEGC Energoatom. Cameco will supply uranium to Ukraine’s energy provider from 2024 to 2035. The agreement will allow Cameco to increase uranium production in Saskatchewan. cbc.ca
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Mining and oil and gas extraction
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SK
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4730 Saskatoon-Biggar
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The Regina Flying Club is looking to increase its flight training capacity to address province’s pilot shortages. The organization is seeking partnerships to finance more aircraft for students, fleet standardizations and more instructors. The club trains around 10 commercial pilots per year but its goal is to double or triple that number. globalnews.ca
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SK
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4710 Regina-Moose Mountain
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Saskatchewan Government Insurance is providing a $85K increase to annual funding for Students Against Drinking and Driving (SADD) Saskatchewan. The additional funding will help SADD develop new initiatives, expand to more schools and communities, and hire an outreach coordinator. globalnews.ca
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Educational services
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SK
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Saskatchewan
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The Makwa Sahgaiehcan First Nation has purchased a pork processing facility, Country Choice Meats, in the town of Duck Lake. The facility will sell pork products across Saskatchewan. sasknow.com
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Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
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SK
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4750 Prince Albert
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Into the Streets, a mentorship program for trans feminine youth, is commencing in Regina. The program will pair up transgender girls and women with mentors who can help them build community advocacy and employable skills. cbc.ca
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Educational services
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SK
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4710 Regina-Moose Mountain
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Saskatchewan’s trade to Mexico exceeded $1B in 2022, for the first time in provincial history. Agri-food exports account for over 97% of total exports, particularly canola oil, canola seed and non-durum wheat. saskatchewan.ca
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Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
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SK
Mon Feb 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Saskatchewan
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The P.E.I. government will partner with Holland College and the Construction Assoc. of P.E.I. to build 32 tiny homes for the social housing inventory. Sudents will be involved from trades programs, such as carpentry, construction, electrical and plumbing. Guardian
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Construction
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Other type of event
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PE
Fri Feb 24 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1110 Prince Edward Island
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Whitecap Entertainment’s request to hold a two-day rock concert on the weekend following the Cavendish Beach Music Festival, was approved by council after being denied initially. Local businesses questioned if it was beneficial to have back-to-back concerts. cbc.ca
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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Other type of event
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PE
Fri Feb 24 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1110 Prince Edward Island
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Work has begun to repair the east wharf at Red Head Harbour in Morell, that was damaged by post-tropical storm Fiona. Engineers are hoping to have the wharf in working order by the start of the lobster season at the end of April. cbc.ca
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Construction
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Other type of event
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PE
Fri Feb 24 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1110 Prince Edward Island
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Atlantic musicians are concerned about proposed changes to increase the cost of temporary work visas from $460 to $1,615. That would triple the cost for Canadian musicians that want to perform in the U.S., on top of their other travelling expenses. cbc.ca
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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Other type of event
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PE
Fri Feb 24 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1110 Prince Edward Island
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The Government of Canada has announced over $6.4M in joint Federal-Provincial-Municipal funding to improve Cumberland County’s water and wastewater infrastructure. canada.ca
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Public administration
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Other type of event
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NS
Fri Feb 24 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1220 North Shore
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Halifax Transit is hoping to launch new services this fall, but the Amalgamated Transit Union representing workers, says about 100 staff would be needed to meet those demands. Chronic staff shortages continue to be experienced with 14 driver resignations since January 1. cbc.ca
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NS
Fri Feb 24 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1250 Halifax
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The N.S. Government has given Melford International Terminal Incorporated’s proposed shipping container terminal in the Strait of Canso a deadline of October 2024 to begin construction on the $350M project. cbc.ca
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Other type of event
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NS
Fri Feb 24 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1210 Cape Breton
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The Halifax Shipyard is looking for over 350 people as new projects ramp up at the shipbuilding facility. Positions include apprentice and red seal welders, electricians, millwrights, metal fabricators and pipefitters, along with labourers, riggers, stage builders and spray painters. saltwire.com
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Job creation
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NS
Fri Feb 24 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1250 Halifax
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Atlantic musicians are concerned about proposed changes to increase the cost of temporary work visas from $460 to $1,615. That would triple the cost for Canadian musicians that want to perform in the U.S., on top of their other travelling expenses. cbc.ca
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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NS
Fri Feb 24 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Nova Scotia
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The N.S. Government has announced $28,755 in funding to health and wellness organization Tajikeimik that will work in collaboration with the L’nu Nursing Initiative at Dalhousie University to help recruit Indigenous healthcare workers in Mi’kmaw Communities. novascotia.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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NS
Fri Feb 24 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Nova Scotia
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The N.S. Government has announced $559k for the Axis Point Program operated by the Elizabeth Fry Society of Cape Breton for a new supportive housing initiative for adult women. The funding will help support operations and on-site services that include 24-hr. staffing and mental health and employment services. novascotia.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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NS
Fri Feb 24 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1210 Cape Breton
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Eastern Health has announced funding for 4 new positions in Bonavista and will soon be posting two family physician positions, and two nurse practitioner jobs. cbc.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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Job creation
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NL
Fri Feb 24 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1040 Notre Dame-Central Bonavista Bay
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Members of the Memorial University of N.L. Faculty Association have ratified a new 4-year collective agreement that includes the establishment of a committee to review collegial governance at the university, an extra month of pay for contract workers, and a 12% raise over 4 years. cbc.ca
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Educational services
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NL
Fri Feb 24 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1010 Avalon Peninsula
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The federal government has announced $27M in funding to help train N.L.’s workforce in the technology sector. The funding will be administered by Tech-NL with a focus on equity-deserving groups. vocm.com
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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Other type of event
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NL
Fri Feb 24 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Newfoundland and Labrador
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A new unidentified buyer plans to reopen the insolvent St. Lawrence fluorspar mine and bankruptcy protection for Canada Fluorspar Inc. has been extended to May 31 to allow time to convert the binding letter of intent into a formal sales agreement. The mine previously employed nearly 300 people. cbc.ca
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Mining and oil and gas extraction
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NL
Fri Feb 24 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1020 South Coast-Burin Peninsula
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Atlantic musicians are concerned about proposed changes to increase the cost of temporary work visas from $460 to $1,615. That would triple the cost for Canadian musicians that want to perform in the U.S., on top of their other travelling expenses. cbc.ca
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NL
Fri Feb 24 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Newfoundland and Labrador
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The N.L. Government has announced plans for the construction of a new Cardiovascular and Stroke Institute at the Health Sciences Centre site in St. John’s. This is in addition to the construction of the new adult mental health and addictions hospital and an expanded emergency department there. www.gov.nl.ca
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Construction
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NL
Fri Feb 24 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1010 Avalon Peninsula
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The Department of Fisheries and Oceans 2022 N.L. snow crab stock assessment shows stocks have rebounded, a few years after nearly collapsing. Despite this, N.L.’s most valuable fishery has a bleak outlook due to current market uncertainty. Quota decisions are expected in March with an April harvest. cbc.ca
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Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
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NL
Fri Feb 24 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Newfoundland and Labrador
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The $95M Burchill wind farm project in Saint John has eight of its 10 turbines installed, with one already producing electricity. It’s expected that the remaining turbines will be producing electricity in the spring. Global supply chain issues caused delays. charlottefm.ca
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Utilities
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Other type of event
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NB
Fri Feb 24 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1330 Saint John-St. Stephen
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The H&M store at McAllister Place mall in Saint John will close at the end of March, after seven years at the location. It is unknown how many staff will be affected, but the clothing store had expected to hire about 40 people when it opened in 2016. cbc.ca
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Layoff
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NB
Fri Feb 24 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1330 Saint John-St. Stephen
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New Brunswick has reached an agreement with Ottawa, which will see the province receive $3.64B in health-care funding over 10 years, including $900M for a new bilateral agreement. A one-time top-up of $42M will also be issued to address urgent needs. charlottefm.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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NB
Fri Feb 24 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of New Brunswick
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Fredericton’s 12 Neighbours Community, a not-for-profit group that builds tiny homes for the homeless, will receive over $13M in funding to build 60 new tiny homes. The new homes will be 200 square feet and will be built in Fredericton’s north side. ctvnews.ca
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Construction
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NB
Fri Feb 24 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1340 Fredericton-Oromocto
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Saint John's Imperial Theatre will go through a $2.69M retrofit to replace the heating and ventilation system in the 120-year old building. The federal government will provide $2.1M in funding, allowing the theatre to make additional improvements. cbc.ca
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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NB
Fri Feb 24 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1330 Saint John-St. Stephen
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The federal and N.B. government will invest nearly $15M to make improvements and extend the life of the Saint John Harbour Bridge. The bridge is a major trade route for the flow of goods to Saint John, the U.S. and the rest of the Maritimes. globalnews.ca
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Construction
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Other type of event
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NB
Fri Feb 24 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1330 Saint John-St. Stephen
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Miramichi city council has approved a compressed 4-day work week for 20 non-unionized employees as a pilot project, in an attempt to better attract and retain top talent by offering better flexibility. The project will be re-evaluated in August. Telegraph Journal
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Public administration
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NB
Fri Feb 24 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1310 Campbellton-Miramichi
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Insiders within New Brunswick’s film and TV industry state that despite its successes, the sector is faced with labour gaps and needs help to build the infrastructure necessary to attract large, multi-million-dollar productions. thewave.ca
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Information and cultural industries
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Other type of event
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NB
Fri Feb 24 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of New Brunswick
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Two Saint John Bakery locations are permanently closed after the landlords changed the locks at the Westmorland Road and Lancaster Plaza properties. The other two locations in City Market and in Grand Bay-Westfield presumably remain temporarily closed. charlottefm.ca
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Layoff
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NB
Fri Feb 24 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1330 Saint John-St. Stephen
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New Brunswick unveiled a new $13.3M pilot program designed to help home care workers upgrade their credentials without leaving their job. Personal support workers can upgrade their skillset and become licensed practical nurses (LPNs), whereas LPNs can become registered nurses. cbc.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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NB
Fri Feb 24 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of New Brunswick
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Three levels of government will invest $36.3M in order to upgrade Moncton’s infrastructure, with more storm sewers, extending its municipal services for its growing downtown, raise its streets to offset rising sea levels, and relocate aerial lines underground. canada.ca
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Utilities
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Other type of event
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NB
Fri Feb 24 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1320 Moncton-Richibucto
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Atlantic musicians are concerned about proposed changes to increase the cost of temporary work visas from $460 to $1,615. That would triple the cost for Canadian musicians that want to perform in the U.S., on top of their other travelling expenses. cbc.ca
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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Other type of event
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NB
Fri Feb 24 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of New Brunswick
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Gowest Gold Ltd. will resume underground development work in April at its Bradshaw Gold Deposit north of Timmins timminstoday.com
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Construction
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3590 Northeast
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I Heart Beer and Taco Tour, an international food festival, will be held in 13 different cities in Ontario from February until June blogto.com
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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ON
Thu Feb 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Ontario
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The Victorian Order of Nurses opened a new nurse practitioner clinic in North Bay ctvnews.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3590 Northeast
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The New Sudbury Centre is launching an open-concept marketplace for small businesses in April cbc.ca
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ON
Thu Feb 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3590 Northeast
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Weeneebayko Area Health Authority, Queen’s University and the Mastercard Foundation partnered to provide healthcare education to Indigenous youth in the James and Hudson Bay areas ctvnews.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3590 Northeast
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Toronto’s Taste of the Danforth will be held in August this year blogto.com
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3530 Toronto
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Northwestern Ontario Métis Child and Family Services opened a new office in Fort Frances fftimes.com
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Health care and social assistance
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3595 Northwest
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Queen's University and the Weeneebayko Area Health Authority received an investment of $31M from the Mastercard Foundation to offer health professions training program as early as 2025 in Moosonee newswire.ca
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Educational services
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Other type of event
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ON
Thu Feb 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3590 Northeast
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Hydro One announced the 25 charitable organizations, Indigenous communities and municipalities that will each receive a grant of $25K from the Energizing Life Community Fund mediaroom.com
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ON
Thu Feb 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3590 Northeast
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The Municipality of Markstay-Warrenexp received $612K from the federal government to expand and upgrade its water infrastructure, creating three new jobs and maintaining eight more canada.ca
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Construction
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3590 Northeast
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Algonquin College's Pembroke Campus launched a new Business Fundamentals program starting September 2023 communitypress.ca
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Educational services
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Other type of event
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ON
Thu Feb 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3515 Kingston-Pembroke
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Cambrian College is introducing a three-year bachelor of business administration program to meet the growing demand for business professionals thesudburystar.com
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Educational services
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3590 Northeast
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Windsor-Essex, Chatham-Kent and Sarnia-Lambton will receive nearly $6M in funding from the federal government to support 26 projects and to enhance public spaces and attract visitors canada.ca
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Construction
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3570 Windsor-Sarnia
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Cucini Xpress, a Sri Lankan restaurant, will be opening a location in Toronto blogto.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3530 Toronto
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Stanpac Inc., a paperboard and glass packaging manufacturer in Niagara region, will receive $5M from the federal government to scale up the manufacturing, creating 30 jobs canada.ca
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3550 Hamilton-Niagara Peninsula
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The City of Kingston is receiving over $250k in funding from the Government of Canada for tourism-related projects thewhig.com
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Other type of event
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ON
Thu Feb 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3515 Kingston-Pembroke
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Sagatay Co-Generation Limited Partnership energy facility received $35M from the federal government to deploy a combined heat and power facility in Whitesand First Nation, cut pollution, and create good jobs canada.ca
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Utilities
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3595 Northwest
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Phase two of the Downtown Loop construction project started in London and is expected to be completed by the summer of 2023 ctvnews.ca
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Construction
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3560 London
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The Centre d'éducation des adultes de New Liskeard in Temiskaming Shores received over $185K from the federal government to support their Francophones project while maintaining or creating 12 jobs canada.ca
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Educational services
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3590 Northeast
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Hoy's Chinese Cuisine restaurant reopened in Simcoe under new ownership norfolkandtillsonburgnews.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3560 London
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Drayton Entertainment in Cambridge received $370K from the federal government to use towards facility upgrades and additional live theatre productions citynews.ca
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3540 Kitchener-Waterloo-Barrie
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Curex Medical Centre walk-in clinic recently opened in Cambridge cambridgetimes.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3540 Kitchener-Waterloo-Barrie
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The Mule, a new restaurant in old downtown London opened in February and hired 50 staff lfpress.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3560 London
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A reconstruction project started at Garrison Petawawa's main arteries and is expected to be completed by September 2023 pembroketoday.ca
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Construction
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3515 Kingston-Pembroke
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Legion Park in Fort Frances received $499K from the provincial government for infrastructure improvements fftimes.com
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Construction
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3595 Northwest
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Pass Lake truck stop restaurant west of Thunder Bay closed snnewswatch.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Layoff
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ON
Thu Feb 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3595 Northwest
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The City of North Bay is hiring for up to 15 lifeguards and other summer employment positions for its three beaches baytoday.ca
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3590 Northeast
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The Government of Ontario hired 193 new long-term care inspection staff, including 156 new inspectors ontario.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Ontario
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Hamilton Mental Health Outreach will close down at the end of June globalnews.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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Layoff
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ON
Thu Feb 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3550 Hamilton-Niagara Peninsula
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The newly expanded Storrington Centre in South Frontenac reopened on February 23 communitypress.ca
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Public administration
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3515 Kingston-Pembroke
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Canada's Largest Ribfest will take place in Burlington from September 1 to September 5 insidehalton.com
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3550 Hamilton-Niagara Peninsula
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The Government of Ontario is investing over $159B over the next decade to support critical infrastructure projects ontario.ca
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Ontario
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Windsor’s Market Square Food Market will be Closing After 25 Years windsorite.ca
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Layoff
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ON
Thu Feb 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3570 Windsor-Sarnia
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The Government of Ontario is providing more than $379.5M to support 107 municipalities to operate and improve local transit ontario.ca
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3530 Toronto
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Completion of the construction on the Centre Culturel La Ronde in Timmins is expected this summer timminspress.com
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Construction
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3590 Northeast
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The Government of Canada invested over $22M in six projects in Ontario's aerospace sector to green operations, train future workforce and support over 400 jobs canada.ca
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3540 Kitchener-Waterloo-Barrie
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Insomnia Cookies, an American-based cookie chain, will open its first Canadian location in Toronto blogto.com
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3530 Toronto
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Adanac Ski Club opened its new headquarters in Sudbury ctvnews.ca
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3590 Northeast
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The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka is opening a new licensed preschool program in Parry Sound high school in April parrysound.com
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Educational services
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3590 Northeast
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The City of Welland is hiring eight full-time firefighters wellandtribune.ca
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Public administration
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3550 Hamilton-Niagara Peninsula
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Héma-Québec, an organization responsible for collecting blood donations, opened a donor centre in Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville on October 31, 2022, creating 21 jobs Available in French only (available in French only)
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Health care and social assistance
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Job creation
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QC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2435 Montérégie
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The Chambre de Commerce du Grand Joliette has announced the return of the Journée de l'Emploi in Joliette. The event is scheduled for March 18 and is expected to bring together about 40 companies. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2450 Lanaudière
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Accroche-coeur, a Chandler-based social pediatrics centre, is looking for physicians and a new special education or psychoeducation person for its new Pointe-à-la-Croix facility, which will open in 2024 Available in French only (available in French only)
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Health care and social assistance
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Job creation
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QC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2410 Gaspésie-Îles-de-la-Madeleine
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The Centre de la petite enfance Entre Fleuve et Montagnes has announced the construction of two daycare centres in Saint-Michel-de-Bellechasse and Saint-Damien-de-Buckland. The project, scheduled for delivery in 2024, will create approximately 30 educator positions. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Health care and social assistance
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Job creation
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QC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2425 Chaudière-Appalaches
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Groupe Robert, a transport company, is investing more than $150M to build a distribution centre in Varennes. Contractor Construction Sorel was awarded the contract, which is expected to be completed in the fall of 2023. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2435 Montérégie
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Imprimerie Vincent in Gatineau will close its doors on April 3, mainly due to the lack of workforce. Another issue raised is the cost of raw materials and recent supply problems. The 14 current employees will lose their jobs. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Layoff
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QC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2460 Outaouais
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Ricova, a recycling, recovery and reuse company, has injected $6M to modernize its Saint-Michel sorting centre located in Montréal yahoo.com
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Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2440 Montréal
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Bishop's University in Sherbrooke has inaugurated a new building housing a student residence. Over 90 students will be accommodated in this $16M project. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Educational services
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2430 Estrie
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The Centre de services scolaires des Trois-Lacs broke ground for the future elementary school to be located in Les Cèdres. The $45M building is expected to be completed for the start of the 2024 school year and will include 26 classrooms housing 624 students. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Construction
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2435 Montérégie
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Rémabec, a company specialized in forestry, has announced the temporary layoff of 42 workers Available in French only (available in French only)
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Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
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Layoff
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QC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2470 Mauricie
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The Cégep de Rivière-du-Loup has invested more than $2.2M to purchase equipment and build new laboratories for pharmacy techniques Available in French only (available in French only)
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Educational services
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2415 Bas-Saint-Laurent
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The Ministère de la Culture et des Communications has granted $4.3M in assistance over three years to 10 museum institutions in the Lower St. Lawrence region to help them carry out their mission Available in French only (available in French only)
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2415 Bas-Saint-Laurent
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Traitements d'acier ST, a Trois-Rivières-based company specializing in the heat treatment of steel parts, is investing $2.5M to purchase two new, better performing and energy-efficient boilers Available in French only (available in French only)
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2470 Mauricie
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Fromagerie Victoria, which is also a restaurant franchise, has announced the opening of a new branch in Berthierville at the beginning of April. The employer is hiring. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Accommodation and food services
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Job creation
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QC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2450 Lanaudière
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L'Angélaine, a knitted goods store located in Bécancour, has announced that it will close in May due to a difficult economic situation. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Layoff
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QC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2433 Centre-du-Québec
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The City of Trois-Rivières has announced an investment of $3.9M to repair the sports fields at Martin-Bergeron Park. Work is scheduled to begin this fall. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Public administration
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2470 Mauricie
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Bombardier, a business aircraft manufacturer, is looking to hire 400 people to work in its branches in Quebec. There will be 3,000 positions to fill over a 5-year period. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Job creation
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QC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Quebec
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The Dolbeau-Mistassini job fair will be held on March 16 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Promenades du Boulevard shopping centre Available in French only (available in French only)
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Job creation
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QC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2475 Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean
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The Société protectrice des animaux (SPA) will open an office in Rivière-du-Loup thanks to a $6M investment. About ten positions will be available upon completion of the work, which should begin next spring. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Other services (except public administration)
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Job creation
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QC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2415 Bas-Saint-Laurent
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Hydro-Québec is investing approximately $560M to replace three generating units at the Outardes 2 generating station, which will add 90 megawatts of power. The work, which began in 2022, is expected to be completed in 2027. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Construction
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2480 Côte-Nord
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Resolute Forest Products, a forestry company, has announced that it will close its Saint-Thomas-Didyme sawmill on a temporary basis for a period of 18 to 20 weeks Available in French only (available in French only)
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Layoff
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QC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2475 Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean
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The City of Montréal wants to recruit more than 50 people to work in information technology Available in French only (available in French only)
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Public administration
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Job creation
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QC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2440 Montréal
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The City of Sorel-Tracy received $10M from the Government of Quebec to revitalize its industrial park and industrial-port zone Available in French only (available in French only)
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Public administration
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2480 Côte-Nord
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The Association coopérative forestière de Saint-Elzéar, a sawmill located in Saint-Elzéar-de-Bonaventure, inaugurated its planing mill built at a cost of $22M. The provincial government contributed over $10M to the project. Available in French only (available in French only)
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QC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2410 Gaspésie-Îles-de-la-Madeleine
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Bishop's University in Sherbrooke has renovated its swimming pool. The work required an investment of $5.3M, financed by the governments of Quebec and Canada. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Educational services
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2430 Estrie
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The City of Montréal is looking to fill 300 positions as counsellors, sports instructors, lifeguards and recreation coordinators for its day camps to be offered this summer in the Saint-Laurent borough Available in French only (available in French only)
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Public administration
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Job creation
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QC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2440 Montréal
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Airbus, an aeronautics manufacturer, wants to hire 700 people in Quebec, in particular for its Mirabel plant, which has 3,000 employees. The positions to be filled include assembly, engineering, IT and customer service. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Job creation
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QC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2455 Laurentides
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The Sept-Îles Uashat mak Mani-Utenam Chamber of Commerce will hold its first job fair on April 27. The event targets job seekers in this city as well as in Port-Cartier. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2480 Côte-Nord
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Groupe TVA, NumériQ, Québecor Expertise Médias and Québecor Contenu, companies belonging to the Québecor Corporation that operate in the media, telecommunications and printing sectors, will cut approximately 240 jobs in Québec montrealgazette.com
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Information and cultural industries
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Layoff
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QC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2440 Montréal
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Resolute Forest Products, a forestry company, wishes to hire about 20 people for its operations in the Outardes sector, on the North Shore. More than half of them will come from abroad and will join more than 150 employees. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Job creation
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QC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2480 Côte-Nord
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DO2 Contrôle, an automation company located in Dolbeau-Mistassini, inaugurated its new facilities. The company, which has about 30 employees and is currently recruiting, invested $1.2M to complete this project. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2475 Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean
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The Centre intégré universitaire de santé et de services sociaux (CIUSSS) du Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean is injecting $6M to renovate the C wing of the Centre d'hébergement et de soins de longue durée (CHSLD) de Métabetchouan-Lac-à-la-Croix Available in French only (available in French only)
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Construction
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2475 Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean
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The federal government has awarded $2.7M through the Arctic Inspiration Prize to seven innovative projects across the North. The NWT recipients include a new research governance organization to advance Inuit self-determination in research and a youth project that produces a virtual exhibition of rare artifacts and stories. cbc.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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NT
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6110 Northwest Territories
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The federal government has pledged $185,000 in funding towards two Yukon businesses to support the territory’s agri-food sector. The funding will be used to construct a passive solar greenhouse and a new food processing facility in Whitehorse. canada.ca
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Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
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Other type of event
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YT
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6010 Yukon Territory
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The federal government has awarded $2.7M through the Arctic Inspiration Prize to seven innovative projects across the North. A land-based healing camp, Shäwthän Näzhì, that focuses on intergenerational trauma is one of the recipients in Yukon. cbc.ca
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YT
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6110 Northwest Territories
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The NWT government has joined the federal government's Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot program to help employers connect and hire skilled refugees overseas. The program will help employers to partner with non-government organizations in the territory to find and hire overseas candidates. www.gov.nt.ca
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Job creation
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NT
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6110 Northwest Territories
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The federal government is providing $108,0000 to support two community projects that aim to improve the Northern food systems. The funding will help Pangnirtung Fisheries Ltd. to upgrade equipment in its fish processing facility. The Hamlet of Cambridge Bay will receive funding to support a feasibility study to develop a greenhouse in the community. canada.ca
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NU
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6210 Nunavut
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The federal government has earmarked $2.04M through the Green and Inclusive Community Buildings program towards a new men's shelter and a wellness centre in Pond Inlet. The new facilities are expected to provide emergency shelter service, health and wellness counselling services, and cultural programming to residents. canada.ca
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Construction
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NU
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6210 Nunavut
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The federal, territorial, and municipal governments announced $4.2M in joint funding to help improve infrastructure and municipal services in Whitehorse. The funding will be used to purchase two new transit buses and upgrade the Whitehorse Waste Management Facility Transfer Station. canada.ca
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YT
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6010 Yukon Territory
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The Nunavut Food Security Coalition is accepting funding proposals for projects that can help improve food security in Nunavut in 2023-24. Non-profit organizations, societies and municipal organizations are eligible to apply. www.gov.nu.ca
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NU
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6210 Nunavut
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The Saskatchewan RCMP held a three-day Indigenous recruitment session in Regina. The RCMP is planning to hold another session this spring. northeastnow.com
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SK
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Saskatchewan
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Parkland CPAP Services Inc. is opening a sleep apnea clinic in Tisdale. The company selected Tisdale to provide easier access to services for northeastern residents. northeastnow.com
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SK
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4750 Prince Albert
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The new Saskatchewan Distance Learning Corporation (Sask DLC) is opening nine regional campuses this fall. The main Sask DLC office will be in Kenaston, with regional campuses in Estevan, La Ronge, Moose Jaw, Neilburg, Nipawin, Prince Albert, Saskatoon, Swift Current and Yorkton. Recruitment for positions at campuses will begin in March 2023. saskatchewan.ca
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SK
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Saskatchewan
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Munch Catering is planning to expand operations to a new café and a food cart in Regina. The non-profit catering company employs people with disabilities and provides them with service industry training. cbc.ca
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Accommodation and food services
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Job creation
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SK
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4710 Regina-Moose Mountain
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The provincial government has started the second stage of procurement for the La Ronge Long-Term Care Centre. The facility will be built next to the existing Health Centre, which will remain open during the renovation work. Construction is expected to begin in the Spring/Summer of 2023. saskatchewan.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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SK
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4760 Northern
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Super Thrifty Drugs recently opened a new retail store and pharmacy in Brandon. bdnmb.ca
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MB
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4630 Southwest
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The federal government is providing over $3M to eight tourism projects across the province. These include cabin renovations near Flin Flon, winter recreation outings in Pinawa, and a new four-season Nordic Spa near Riding Mountain National Park. canada.ca
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MB
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Manitoba
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Housewares retailer Bed, Bath & Beyond is closing all of its Canadian stores, including its Winnipeg location near CF Polo Park mall. The company is also shutting down its buybuy Baby locations, including a store on St. James Avenue in Winnipeg. accesswinnipeg.com
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Layoff
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MB
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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The provincial government is spending $123M on initiatives to recruit and retain nurses, part of a plan outlined last fall to hire 2,000 more health care staff and end mandatory overtime. The new incentives include a referral program, weekend shift premiums, and payments to nurses who work full-time, delay retirement, or travel to work in remote locations. news.gov.mb.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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MB
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Manitoba
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The governments of Canada and Manitoba are providing $94M to add 1,004 child care spaces in rural and First Nations communities. This is the second phase of a ready-to-move pilot project, and brings the total new spaces to 1,670 since 2022. news.gov.mb.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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MB
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Manitoba
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Manitoba Health is closing its COVID-19 vaccine clinic on Winnipeg’s Notre Dame Avenue at the end of February. The site is the last provincially-run vaccine clinic still operating in Manitoba. cbc.ca
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MB
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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The Government of Manitoba is spending $1.4M to hire 10 new prosecutors, as well as support staff to manage caseloads and work with victims and witnesses. The new positions will be part of the firearms working group and criminal organization unit. cbc.ca
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Public administration
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MB
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Manitoba
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Wittypeg, a gift shop specializing in Manitoba-made goods, recently opened in Winnipeg’s Transcona neighbourhood. winnipegfreepress.com
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MB
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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Construction is underway on the expansion of the Western Manitoba Cancer Centre in Brandon. The project will add 7,000 sq. ft. of treatment and examination space to the facility. discoverwestman.com
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MB
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4630 Southwest
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Campus Suites is on track to complete the second phase of its student rental housing development by summer 2024. The 397-unit residential mixed-use building, located in southwest Winnipeg, began construction last spring. winnipegfreepress.com
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Construction
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MB
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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Pembina Trails School Division has released its draft budget, adding 28.7 full-time teaching positions. The division, which serves southwest Winnipeg, anticipates 16,000 new learners in 2023-2024. pembinatrails.ca
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Educational services
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Job creation
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MB
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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Attendance at The Forks in Winnipeg has returned to pre-pandemic levels, with more than 250,000 visitors in January. The gathering and event space includes restaurants, shops, and outdoor attractions such as a skating trail. ctvnews.ca
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MB
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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Exchange Income Corp. is providing $1M to a new urology centre scheduled to open in Winnipeg next year. The facility will be located in the former women's hospital building at 735 Notre Dame Avenue. winnipegfreepress.com
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Health care and social assistance
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MB
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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Bed Bath & Beyond, a US-based home goods retail chain, plans to shutdown its operations this year in Canada, which includes the permanent closure its store locations in Kamloops and Kelowna. kamloopsthisweek.com
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Layoff
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BC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5930 Thompson-Okanagan
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130 new affordable rental homes for low- or moderate-income seniors, individuals, families, and people living with disabilities, opened in Langford and Victoria in February. The joint-funded projects were completed in partnership with the B.C. government and municipal organizations. news.gov.bc.ca
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BC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5910 Vancouver Island and Coast
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The B.C. government is providing $5.3M in funding to 49 non-profit groups for capital projects in 2023. Projects include upgrading arts and recreation facilities and providing improved services for vulnerable communities. news.gov.bc.ca
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Construction
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BC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of BC
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The Government of Canada is providing $46.3M in funding to support Trucking Human Resources Canada’s Driving Economic Recovery project, which aims to provide training subsidies and wage subsidies to support the recruitment, training and onboarding of up to 1,400 new truck drivers and 1,200 workers for other in-demand occupations within the trucking sector. canada.ca
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BC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of BC
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The B.C. government plans to allocate $25M to support forest management measures in collaboration with First Nations, and double the BC Manufacturing Jobs Fund to $180M that aims to helps mills transition to manufacturing high-value wood products. news.gov.bc.ca
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BC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of BC
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The Ocean Legacy Foundation opened its new Ocean Plastic Depot in February, a marine waste sorting site at the Seven Mile Landfill and Recycling Centre in the North Island, between Port McNeill and the Port Alice. northislandgazette.com
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Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
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BC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5910 Vancouver Island and Coast
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The B.C. government is providing over $460K to the Complete School of Truck Transportation in Victoria, to support occupational training and work experience for eligible individuals interested in becoming professional truck drivers in the Greater Victoria Area. news.gov.bc.ca
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5910 Vancouver Island and Coast
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The B.C. First Nations Forestry Council is seeking interested applicants for the Indigenous Forestry Scholarship Program, which exposes Indigenous talent to BC forestry sector through work, study, and mentorship opportunities. forestrycouncil.ca
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Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of BC
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Baroness Bubble Tea, a speciality beverage chain, opened its second location in Vancouver in February. dailyhive.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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Bed Bath & Beyond, a US-based home goods retail chain, plans to shutdown its operations this year in Canada, which includes the permanent closure its store location in Victoria. dailyhive.com
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Layoff
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BC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5910 Vancouver Island and Coast
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The B.C. government is providing over $1.6M to the Young Women’s Christian Association in Vancouver, to support occupational training and work experience for 50 eligible women interested in becoming professional truck drivers in the Lower Mainland. news.gov.bc.ca
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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The B.C. government is providing a further $180M in funding to the Community Emergency Preparedness Fund, which aims to support projects that help local governments and First Nations reduce risks from future disasters related to natural hazards and climate change. news.gov.bc.ca
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BC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of BC
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The B.C. government is providing $1.7M in initial funding and $1.7M annually to the University of British Columbia to establish 20 additional seats for midwifery programs. news.gov.bc.ca
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BC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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Conifex Timber Inc., a BC-based forest products manufacturer, plans to temporarily curtail production at its sawmill in Mackenzie for two weeks, as of February 21, 2023, due to rail transportation challenges. globenewswire.com
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Layoff
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BC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5950 Cariboo
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Arc’teryx, a Canadian outdoor equipment retailer, is seeking to hire for 100 job openings, including 70 hybrid or remote roles at is headquarters located in North Vancouver. dailyhive.com
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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Lotus Pond, a Chinese restaurant located in Victoria, plans to permanently close at the end of April 2023. dailyhive.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Layoff
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BC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5910 Vancouver Island and Coast
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Tamaly Shop, a new Mexican grocery market and café, opened in February. dailyhive.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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Bed Bath & Beyond, a US-based home goods retail chain, plans to shutdown its operations this year in Canada, which includes the permanent closure of all locations in the Lower Mainland. dailyhive.com
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Layoff
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BC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of BC
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Cake It Easy, a new bakery located in Vancouver, opened in February. dailyhive.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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The Government of Canada is providing nearly $1.2M in funding to Biathlon Canada, to support the promotion of biathlon across Canada and to support high-performance athletes at the national and international levels. canada.ca
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BC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of BC
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The B.C. government is providing $8.2M in funding to the Canadian Mental Health Association of British Columbia, to support the Links to Employment program and to expand the program into new communities. The program provides supports and services, including employment, for people who face multiple and persistent barriers to employment. news.gov.bc.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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BC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of BC
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The B.C. government is providing $20M in funding to support 74 local and First-Nations-led active transportation projects in the province. The projects include multi-use pathways, protected bike lanes, pedestrian bridges, and regional connections, as well as lighting, sidewalks and other safety improvements. news.gov.bc.ca
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Construction
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BC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of BC
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The Government of Canada is providing $46.5M in funding for the Canadian Colleges for a Resilient Recovery, an organization aimed at developing workforce training solutions for a net-zero economy. The funding will support the Quick Train Canada project, to provide training for 10,000 Canadians with access to fully funded micro-credentials to help increase their skills and competencies. canada.ca
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BC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of BC
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Interior Health has signed a contract to begin construction on the Cariboo Memorial Hospital redevelopment project located in Williams Lake. The $366M project is expected to be completed in 2029, with the first phase of construction beginning in Spring 2023. news.gov.bc.ca
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Construction
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5950 Cariboo
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The Government of Alberta is providing more than $38M in community grants to help non-profits upgrade or build 226 public-use facilities across the province. The facilities include local food banks, recreation centres, animal shelters, parks and other non-profit facilities. alberta.ca
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Construction
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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Fairmont Hotels is hiring for summer jobs at its Banff Springs, Lake Louise and Jasper Park Lodge locations. There are a variety of positions available including cooks, porters, fitness instructors and more. narcity.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4840 Banff-Jasper-Rocky Mountain House
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The Alberta Hydrogen Centre of Excellence (HCOE) is awarding $20M to 18 successful projects to advance innovations in hydrogen through its first funding competition. The projects span a range of research areas across industry and academia including hydrogen manufacturing processes, hydrogen transportation, fuel cells, hydrogen storage and ammonia production. globenewswire.com
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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AB
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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The Government of Alberta is providing an additional $6M over the next three years to support the Alberta Off-Highway Vehicle Association and the Alberta Snowmobile Association in maintaining, repairing, and improving trails across the province. alberta.ca
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Construction
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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The Town of Westlock has approved a 2023 capital budget that includes carry-over projects with $2.678M allocated for the municipality’s new public works shop and cold storage facility and $1.475M for the continued rehabilitation of 108th Street. townandcountrytoday.com
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Construction
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4870 Athabasca-Grande Prairie-Peace River
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Calgary-based?Kathairos?Solutions is planning to start deploying 1000 methane elimination systems to remote well sites in March 2023. The program plans to focus its efforts in the Grande Prairie, Fox Creek and Rimbey regions. newswire.ca
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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AB
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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The Good Samaritan Society Southgate Care Centre in Edmonton, a long-term care facility, is planning to cut 44 jobs as a result of reduced funding from Alberta Health Services (AHS). AHS is moving away from shared rooms and in the process eliminating 77 spaces, which were second beds in semi-private rooms. edmontonjournal.com
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Health care and social assistance
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Layoff
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AB
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4860 Edmonton
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The federal government is providing more than $5M through the Rapid Housing Initiative Project Stream for the construction of 10 tiny homes for the Mikisew Cree Nation on the Allison Bay Reserve near Fort Chipewyan, and 10 modular homes on the Fort McMurray 468 First Nation at Gregoire Lake. newswire.ca
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Construction
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4880 Wood Buffalo-Cold Lake
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Pipestone Energy Corp. currently has two rigs drilling eight wells that will be completed during the first quarter of 2023. All the wells are expected to come on-stream during the second quarter. globenewswire.com
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Mining and oil and gas extraction
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AB
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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The City of Calgary is providing $13.7M through three programs for affordable housing initiatives. One program will allocate $7.5M in capital grants for non-profits looking to build housing on three new parcels of land, which the city will make available to them. calgaryherald.com
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Construction
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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Lynx Air launched new scheduled service from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) on February 16, 2023. Lynx plans to operate three flights per week between Calgary and Los Angeles. globenewswire.com
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AB
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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Applexus Technologies, a global expert in SAP software, is investing $3M to establish its Canadian headquarters in Calgary along with 125 new local jobs over the next five years. Applexus is also providing training to local talent, including new graduates, in the latest SAP technologies. globenewswire.com
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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AB
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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JBS Canada, a multi-national food company, is providing $250,000 to deliver automation training at the Brooks campus of Medicine Hat College. The grant will provide job skills training to JBS employees and the general community in the automation field. The program will cover electrical and motor systems, operations and maintenance. medicinehatnews.com
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AB
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4810 Lethbridge-Medicine Hat
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The Government of Alberta is providing more than $4M to the Calgary Drop-In Centre to create overdose response teams and establish 35 medical detox and pre-treatment beds. A one-time allocation of about $450,000 for capital improvements is included in the funding. alberta.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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AB
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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Dow has awarded a contract to Fluor Corporation to provide front-end engineering and design (FEED) and engineering, procurement and construction management (EPCM) services for the world’s first net-zero carbon emissions ethylene cracker and derivatives complex in Fort Saskatchewan. The project is subject to regulatory approval and a final investment decision (FID) by Dow. businesswire.com
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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AB
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4860 Edmonton
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Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services is adding two ambulances and 10.8 new full-time positions that will provide Advanced Life Support, which is the highest level of care possible on an ambulance. Alberta Health Services is providing $304,954 for the ambulances, which will be operational by May 1, 2023. lethbridgeherald.com
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Health care and social assistance
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AB
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4810 Lethbridge-Medicine Hat
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Future Energy Park, a $1.2B bioethanol plant that will use non-food grade waste wheat to produce renewable natural gas, ethanol and cattle feed, is now fully funded following an agreement between Green Impact Partners and Amber Infrastructure Group of London. Construction is expected to start this spring or summer and create 800 construction jobs over two years, with full operations beginning in 2025. calgaryherald.com
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Construction
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AB
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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The Government of Alberta is providing $900,140 through the Apprenticeship Learning Grant for 134 new trade seats at the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT). The trades include heavy equipment technician, millwright, machinist, plumber, welder and others. alberta.ca
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Educational services
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AB
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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The Government of Alberta is committing $158M in its upcoming 2023 budget for a Health Workforce Strategy designed to ease staff shortages in the medical sector. The funding will support rural and remote care delivery and surgical staffing, more support for intensive care unit and emergency department staffing, dedicated immigration pathways, and other initiatives.. alberta.ca
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AB
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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The Pathways Alliance, a consortium of Canada's largest oil sands companies, has awarded a $10M contract to Wood, a global engineering and consulting company. Wood will develop plans for a 400-kilometre CO2 transportation line that will eventually link more than 20 oil sands facilities with a hub for permanent carbon storage in the Cold Lake region. globenewswire.com
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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AB
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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The Government of Alberta is providing $2.1M in grants to support rural economic development and diversification and an on-farm apprenticeship education and skills training program, among other initiatives. alberta.ca
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AB
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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The Government of Alberta is committing $243M over three years in Budget 2023 to support primary health care networks. Part of the funding will be used to help recruit and deploy non-physician staff. calgaryherald.com
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AB
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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Atco and Qualico are partnering to build houses in the proposed Bremner community in Strathcona County, Canada's first fully hydrogen-powered community. Qualico will start preparing the site this spring with construction starting in 2024. Residents will start moving into their new homes in 2024. ctvnews.ca
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Construction
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AB
Mon Feb 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4860 Edmonton
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The Government of Canada has announced $1.95M in funding for Charlottetown-based biotechnology company Somru BioScience Inc. to purchase new advanced equipment and expand existing facilities by 15,000 square feet to support high-skilled job growth and strengthen the bioscience sector in P.E.I. canada.ca
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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PE
Fri Feb 17 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1110 Prince Edward Island
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The $98M contract to renovate the Veterans Affairs Headquarters in Charlottetown has been awarded to EllisDon Corporation. Construction is expected to begin in March and be completed by spring 2026. The project includes a plan that will see 10% of all subcontracts awarded to Indigenous businesses. cbc.ca
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Construction
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PE
Fri Feb 17 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1110 Prince Edward Island
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Prince Edward Island is set to expand its public transit service. This includes a year-round route connecting the North Rustico area to Charlottetown that will begin this spring as well as new routes to expand transit in Charlottetown, Cornwall and Stratford. princeedwardisland.ca
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PE
Fri Feb 17 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1110 Prince Edward Island
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Doctors living and working within the four Atlantic Provinces will be able to work within the region without additional licensing requirements with the new Atlantic Physicians Registry that is expected to launch on May 1. This will allow the four provinces to draw from a larger pool of specialists to fill gaps. cbc.ca
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PE
Fri Feb 17 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1110 Prince Edward Island
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Saint Mary's University Faculty Union, which represents 300 full-time professors, librarians, and instructors, has reached a tentative agreement with the school following 98% of the union's members voting in favour of a strike mandate late last month. cbc.ca
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NS
Fri Feb 17 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1250 Halifax
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Doctors living and working within the four Atlantic Provinces will be able to work within the region without additional licensing requirements with the new Atlantic Physicians Registry that is expected to launch on May 1. This will allow the four provinces to draw from a larger pool of specialists to fill gaps. cbc.ca
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NS
Fri Feb 17 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Nova Scotia
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The N.S. Government is adding $12M in funding for additional supports for child-care operators through the Canada-Nova Scotia Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care Agreement. Under the new annual agreements they will receive more funding for infant spaces, which should help compensate for rising operational costs and staff wages. novascotia.ca
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NS
Fri Feb 17 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Nova Scotia
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Screen Nova Scotia is partnering with the province to explore the film industry's potential spin-offs on our tourism industry. 2022 was a very busy year for the NS film industry, which generated $180M in new economic activity. Similar results are expected in 2023. citynews.ca
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Information and cultural industries
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NS
Fri Feb 17 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Nova Scotia
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Cape Breton University is launching a fast-tracked 16-month bachelor of social work program, which is set to begin this fall and will welcome 30 students to help meet the growing demand for workers. There are currently at least 30 positions in the child-welfare and mental-health systems in N.S. posted on various job boards. cbc.ca
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Fri Feb 17 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1210 Cape Breton
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The Federal and Provincial governments have announced a combined investment of over $1.22M to support two rural public transit projects in Antigonish County. The funding will support new vehicle purchases and supporting infrastructure. canada.ca
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Fri Feb 17 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1220 North Shore
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A $5,571,844 contract for replacing the bridge in Lantz has been awarded to Dexter Construction to replace the one-lane structure with a two-lane bridge. Construction is scheduled to start this June and should be completed by the fall. cbc.ca
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Construction
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Fri Feb 17 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1230 Annapolis Valley
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Bear Head Energy is proposing to build a green hydrogen production and exportation plant in the industrial park in Point Tupper. This is the second proposal for the area after the province approved a proposal by EverWind Fuels in January. Both plan to use wind energy to power their projects. cbc.ca
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Fri Feb 17 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1210 Cape Breton
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The N.S. Internet Funding Trust will invest $10.6M in Pictou County to bring high-speed internet to more than 4,700 homes and businesses. The municipality’s fibre expansion project will cost about $53M with the additional funding coming from The Federal Government ($31M) and Pictou County ($10.6M). novascotia.ca
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Fri Feb 17 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1220 North Shore
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N.L. crab processors are anticipating a loss of at least $100M from the 2022 season due to declining demand and prices. In response, the Association of Seafood Producers and the Fish, Food & Allied Workers union are working together to look at industry issues such as pricing, scheduling and trip limits. cbc.ca
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Fri Feb 17 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Newfoundland and Labrador
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Equinor is signaling its preference to build the production vessel for the massive Bay du Nord project outside of N.L., but states that the increased project size will lead to expanded local long term fabrication work at yards, along with marine operations and the drilling of wells. cbc.ca
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Mining and oil and gas extraction
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NL
Fri Feb 17 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1010 Avalon Peninsula
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Doctors living and working within the four Atlantic Provinces will be able to work within the region without additional licensing requirements with the new Atlantic Physicians Registry that is expected to launch on May 1. This will allow the four provinces to draw from a larger pool of specialists to fill gaps. cbc.ca
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Fri Feb 17 00:00:00 EST 2023
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A massive multibillion-dollar wind project proposed by the Exploits Valley Renewable Energy Corp. would see 300 windmills scattered across central N.L.. The project would result in 500 permanent jobs with 2,000 workers needed during the construction phase. The project is still a proposal in the early stages. cbc.ca
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Fri Feb 17 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1040 Notre Dame-Central Bonavista Bay
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The N.L. Government is funding a $910,649 expansion of the Office for Indigenous and Northern Skilled Trades to Corner Brook and St. John’s, while maintaining the existing office in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. Their mandate is to promote, recruit, support and advance the economic development of Indigenous peoples in the skilled trades. www.gov.nl.ca
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Fri Feb 17 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Newfoundland and Labrador
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Despite ongoing recruitment efforts, N.L.'s family doctor shortage is intensifying, with 136,000 people signalling that they don't have a family physician. N.L. has had a net loss of 7 doctors from 2021 through 2022 and a lot of young doctors are choosing not to enter family medicine. cbc.ca
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Fri Feb 17 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Newfoundland and Labrador
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Joint Federal ($271,393), Provincial ($226,138) and Municipal ($180,951) funding has been announced to support an energy efficiency project for the Town of Stephenville through the Climate Change Challenge Fund. www.gov.nl.ca
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Public administration
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NL
Fri Feb 17 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1030 West Coast-Northern Peninsula-Labrador
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The N.B. Government has granted conditional designations to Beal University and Oulton College to deliver Bachelor of Science in Nursing programs in the province to help address the critical shortage of nurses in the province. www2.gnb.ca
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Fri Feb 17 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of New Brunswick
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Ski hill Crabbe Mountain has tripled the size of its lodge through a $1M repayable contribution from the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, in anticipation of its role as co-host of the 2023 Canada Winter Games which open on February 18. Sports tournaments have been a big economic draw in recent years. today
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NB
Fri Feb 17 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1340 Fredericton-Oromocto
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Moncton city council has approved $1.6M in funding to replace the Moncton Coliseum’s arena ice plant during the summer of 2023 to extend the rink’s life for years to come. The contract has been awarded to Cimco Refrigeration. cbc.ca
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Construction
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NB
Fri Feb 17 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1320 Moncton-Richibucto
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The Government of Canada announced $437.5k in funding to Envirem Organics Inc. to help reduce costs while also reducing its environmental footprint. They specialize in manufacturing organic bio-products for lawn and garden, turf and landscape, organic agriculture and biofuel markets. canada.ca
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Fri Feb 17 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1310 Campbellton-Miramichi
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Over $36M in joint Federal, Provincial and Municipal funding has been allocated to expand and upgrade downtown infrastructure in Moncton. The project will replace aging infrastructure, improve resiliency to the effects of climate change, and prepare for private sector development. www2.gnb.ca
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Public administration
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NB
Fri Feb 17 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1320 Moncton-Richibucto
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Caraquet’s Bolero Shellfish Processing Inc., which processes sea cucumber, has had to suspend this year's sea cucumber season, leaving 89 people without work. The company lost its last supplier to a buyer who ships and processes the product in Asia. cbc.ca
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Layoff
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NB
Fri Feb 17 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1310 Campbellton-Miramichi
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Doctors living and working within the four Atlantic Provinces will be able to work within the region without additional licensing requirements with the new Atlantic Physicians Registry that is expected to launch on May 1. This will allow the four provinces to draw from a larger pool of specialists to fill gaps. cbc.ca
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NB
Fri Feb 17 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of New Brunswick
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An Ottawa Diversity Virtual Job Fair will take place on March 20th eventbrite.ca
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ON
Thu Feb 16 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3510 Ottawa
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A Kanata Entry-Level Virtual Job Fair will take place on March 15th eventbrite.ca
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ON
Thu Feb 16 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3510 Ottawa
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The Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre received $65K from the provincial government to support programming at the centre for children and seniors sootoday.com
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 16 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3590 Northeast
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City of Greater Sudbury Council approved hiring the equivalent of 10 full-time paramedics thesudburystar.com
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Health care and social assistance
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ON
Thu Feb 16 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3590 Northeast
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A 40-unit transitional housing complex is under construction in Sudbury and is expected to open in November sudbury.com
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Construction
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 16 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3590 Northeast
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Reconstruction of the Halleck's Road South overpass along Highway 401, west of Brockville, will begin in April ctvnews.ca
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Construction
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 16 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3510 Ottawa
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Mill Market Sault Ste. Marie received $1.7M from the federal government to revitalize two buildings ctvnews.ca
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Construction
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 16 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3590 Northeast
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A Nepean Diversity Virtual Job Fair will take place on March 10th eventbrite.ca
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ON
Thu Feb 16 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3510 Ottawa
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Queen's University in Kingston received $30M from alumnus Bruce Mitchell, to increase research and hire new faculty members intelligencer.ca
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Educational services
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 16 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3515 Kingston-Pembroke
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Ready, Set, Go, a child welfare program, received $68M from the Government of Ontario to provide youth with life skills and supports they need to pursue post secondary education, skilled trades training and employment opportunities ontario.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 16 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3510 Ottawa
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Laurentian University is spending $8.4M on multiple roofing projects, residence renovations, and various accessibility improvements in 2023 ctvnews.ca
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Construction
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 16 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3590 Northeast
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A Shopper's Drug Mart opened in Port Hope brightontoday.ca
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 16 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3520 Muskoka-Kawarthas
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A Kanata Healthcare Virtual Job Fair will take place on March 10th eventbrite.ca
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ON
Thu Feb 16 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3510 Ottawa
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A Kanata Veterans Virtual Job Fair will take place on March 17th eventbrite.ca
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ON
Thu Feb 16 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3510 Ottawa
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PepsiCo Beverages Canada hosted a job fair in February to hire up to 300 people for summer jobs at their warehouse in Kingston thewhig.com
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 16 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3515 Kingston-Pembroke
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The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is seeking to hire 400 people in 2023 and were at Brighton's career fair on February 21 quintenews.com
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Public administration
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 16 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Ontario
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CarePartners and Community Nursing Services signed a four year deal with Chatham-Kent City Council to provide a mobile health care clinic in Bothwell chathamvoice.com
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Health care and social assistance
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 16 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3570 Windsor-Sarnia
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Ziter Pharmacy is opening a new location in Windsor windsorite.ca
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 16 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3570 Windsor-Sarnia
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An Ottawa Veterans Virtual Job Fair will take place on March 15th eventbrite.ca
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ON
Thu Feb 16 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3510 Ottawa
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The John Howard Society of Belleville will receive $270K from the provincial government to support job training for at-risk youth intelligencer.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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ON
Thu Feb 16 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3515 Kingston-Pembroke
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EllisDon Infrastructure Healthcare will receive $3.6B from Niagara Health and Infrastructure Ontario to design, build, finance and maintain the new South Niagara Hospital project. Construction is expected to start in July 2023. infrastructureontario.ca
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Construction
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 16 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3550 Hamilton-Niagara Peninsula
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A healthcare virtual job fair will be held in Ottawa on March 08 eventbrite.ca
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ON
Thu Feb 16 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3510 Ottawa
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Taco Bell, Mary Brown's and Burger King are opening in Thunder Bay this year tbnewswatch.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 16 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3595 Northwest
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A Kanata Entry-Level Virtual Job Fair will take place on March 8th eventbrite.ca
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ON
Thu Feb 16 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3510 Ottawa
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Discover Technata 2023 Career Fair by Kanata North Business Association will take place on March 28 at the Brookstreet Hotel eventbrite.ca
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ON
Thu Feb 16 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3510 Ottawa
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Matawa Training and Wellness Centre, Confederation College and Lakehead University in Thunder Bay will receive $2.1M from the federal government for skill development, and innovation initiatives canada.ca
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ON
Thu Feb 16 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3595 Northwest
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The town of Espanola received $3.6M each from the federal and provincial governments to initiate phase two of replacing the original water main over two years. Construction is expected to begin in spring. myespanolanow.com
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Construction
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 16 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3590 Northeast
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Port Rowan's only gas station, Esso, is closing on March 31st chch.com
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Layoff
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ON
Thu Feb 16 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3550 Hamilton-Niagara Peninsula
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Northern Community Centre in Sault Ste. Marie opened its twin-pad arena on March 6th sootoday.com
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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ON
Thu Feb 16 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3590 Northeast
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A new walk-in clinic opened in Huntsville on February 21 muskokaradio.com
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Health care and social assistance
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 16 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3520 Muskoka-Kawarthas
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The Canadian Mental Health Association Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge (CMHA HKPR) has launched a new mobile wellness clinic called “The Road Ahead” to provide services in underserved rural areas northumberlandnews.com
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Health care and social assistance
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 16 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3520 Muskoka-Kawarthas
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A Nepean Veterans Virtual Job Fair will take place on March 17th eventbrite.ca
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ON
Thu Feb 16 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3510 Ottawa
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A Nepean Entry-Level Virtual Job Fair will take place on March 17th eventbrite.ca
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ON
Thu Feb 16 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3510 Ottawa
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Launch Kawartha Innovation and Entrepreneurship Centre officially opened on February 11 ptbotoday.ca
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 16 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3520 Muskoka-Kawarthas
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SIS Manufacturing Corp. and Apex Cranes Ltd. received a combined $596K from the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corp. to create jobs and stimulate economic development saultstar.com
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 16 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3590 Northeast
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A Nepean Healthcare Virtual Job Fair will take place on March 21st eventbrite.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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ON
Thu Feb 16 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3510 Ottawa
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Toronto Comicon 2023 will be held from March 17th to 19th at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre narcity.com
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ON
Thu Feb 16 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3530 Toronto
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A Kanata Healthcare Virtual Job Fair will take place on March 10th eventbrite.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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ON
Thu Feb 16 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3510 Ottawa
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A new fire station is under construction in Peterborough, with completion expected by fall 2024 ptbotoday.ca
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Construction
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 16 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3520 Muskoka-Kawarthas
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Seven Generations Education Institute (SGEI) in Fort Frances opened its first Makerspace, a creative space to learn new tools and technologies fftimes.com
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Educational services
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ON
Thu Feb 16 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3595 Northwest
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Cyclic Materials, a metals recycling company in Kingston, received $3.6M from Sustainable Development Technology Canada and plans to hire 20 employees by mid-2023 communitypress.ca
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ON
Thu Feb 16 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3515 Kingston-Pembroke
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The Federation of Black Canadians received over $1.3M from the Government of Ontario to support 170 Black youth entrepreneurs and create 70 full-time jobs canada.ca
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Other services (except public administration)
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ON
Thu Feb 16 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3530 Toronto
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The Centre de services scolaire de la Région-de-Sherbrooke is investing approximately $3.5M in setting up 14 modular classrooms in two of its schools. Construction should begin as soon as possible for a handover in mid-August. Available in French only (available in French only)
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QC
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2430 Estrie
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Yokohama, a manufacturer of Japanese tires, will set up a warehouse in Laval by May 1. canadianautodealer.ca
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QC
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2445 Laval
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The Ville de Québec, in partnership with the Réseau de transport de la Capitale (RTC), invested more than $56M in integrating operating and mobility systems for the tramway project and bus electrification Available in French only (available in French only)
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QC
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2420 Capitale-Nationale
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Biodextris, a pharmaceutical laboratory based in Laval, will invest $25M in a new centre that will be operational this summer. The provincial and federal governments are contributing financially to the project. About 15 positions will be created in the next few years. yahoo.com
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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QC
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2445 Laval
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Explorance, a global provider of analytics solutions, is looking for staff in development, management, engineering and database administration to join 325 current employees. Two hundred people work in their headquarters in Montréal. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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Job creation
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Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2440 Montréal
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Nouveau Monde Graphite, a graphite mining and processing company in Saint-Michel-des-Saints, announced that the Government of Quebec will invest up to $3.6M in funding its process optimization Available in French only (available in French only)
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Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2450 Lanaudière
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LA Renaissance des Îles, which specializes in seafood product processing, is officially bankrupt. The company employed 300 people in its two plants in the Îles de la Madeleine during the fishing season. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Layoff
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QC
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2410 Gaspésie-Îles-de-la-Madeleine
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The regional county municipality (RCM) of La Matapédia is looking for about 20 volunteer firefighters Available in French only (available in French only)
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Public administration
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QC
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2415 Bas-Saint-Laurent
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The Centre de collaboration MiQro Innovation (C2MI), an electronics research and development centre in Bromont, will expand its facilities thanks to a $17M contribution from the Government of Quebec Available in French only (available in French only)
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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QC
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2430 Estrie
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The Government of Canada announced that a new weather radar has been put into service on Mont-Apica, which is in the regional county municipality (RCM) of Lac-Saint-Est, following a $4M investment Available in French only (available in French only)
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QC
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2475 Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean
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Bois Francs Bio Serra, a flooring manufacturer, will invest $20M in updating and automating its plant in Sainte-Monique Available in French only (available in French only)
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QC
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2475 Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean
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The Clinique médicale de L'Érable announced that its complex in Plessisville will open on March 13. The building owners, who invested $7M, are also looking to attract new physicians. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2433 Centre-du-Québec
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Alouette, an aluminum producer, is investing $170M in upgrading two anode baking furnaces at its plant in Sept-Îles. The project, which should begin in March, will employ 300 people. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2480 Côte-Nord
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The Tarquti Energy Corporation, a renewable energy company, received $5.5M from the federal government to develop clean energy sources for 12 Nunavik communities Available in French only (available in French only)
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Utilities
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Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2490 Nord-du-Québec
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The Ville de Forestville received $5.4M from the provincial government and $1.1M from the federal government to repair the municipal wharf. The $11M project will be carried out by R&G Saint-Lauren in Baie-Comeau and should be completed by July. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2480 Côte-Nord
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The Maison des aînés et alternative de Saint-Étienne-de-Lauzon was inaugurated following a $73M investment from the Government of Quebec. The 120-room facility will create 250 jobs, and more than half of them are available. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2425 Chaudière-Appalaches
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Produits Gilbert, a manufacturer of forestry, planing, construction and trail grooming equipment with 130 employees, invested $5.5M in improving its robotic systems and purchasing an additional robot Available in French only (available in French only)
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Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2475 Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean
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The Government of Yukon and Victoria Gold Yukon Student Encouragement Society have committed $350,000 in funding for student attendance improvement projects for the 2023-24 school year. The "Every Student, Every Day" initiative will support Yukon educators, schools, community organizations and First Nations to improve student attendance. yukon.ca
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Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6010 Yukon Territory
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An Inuit-designed and led project, Pilimmaksaijuliriniq Project, was awarded $1M from the Arctic Inspiration Prize. The project offers traditional Inuit wellness teachings and programs that aims to support suicide prevention. cbc.ca
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NU
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6210 Nunavut
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B2Gold Corp. has signed an agreement to acquire the Sabina Gold and Silver's Back River Gold District located in Kitikmeot for $1.1B. The most advanced project in the district, the Goose mine, is fully permitted and construction ready. The Goose mine is expected to produce an average of 223,000 ounces of gold starting in 2025, with a mine life of 15 years. nunavutnews.com
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Mining and oil and gas extraction
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Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6210 Nunavut
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The NWT government is accepting proposals from artists and organizations planning for visual, literary, media and performing arts projects and events in the territory. Successful applicants will each receive up to $15,000 in funding from the NWT Arts Council Grants. The program is available from April 2023 to March 2024. www.gov.nt.ca
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Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6110 Northwest Territories
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The federal government through CanNor is earmarking $1.1M towards five community infrastructure projects that help create spaces that strengthen culture and promote arts, health and wellness. The projects include outdoor community spaces, trails, community centres and theatres. canada.ca
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Construction
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Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6010 Yukon Territory
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The Northwest Territories Geological Survey is accepting applications for the 2023-2023 Northwest Territories Mining Incentive Program. The program provides up to $25,000 in funding to prospectors and exploration companies who propose a new exploration project or are already carrying out mineral exploration work in NWT. www.gov.nt.ca
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Mining and oil and gas extraction
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Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6110 Northwest Territories
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The Governments of Newfoundland and Labrador and Nunavut signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to enhance economic and social development through governmental collaboration and partnerships. The MOU is expected to help both governments to set priorities to improve in areas such as climate change, health care, housing and tourism. www.gov.nu.ca
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Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6210 Nunavut
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The NWT government released the annual increase for child care rates under the 2023/2024 Child Care Fee Reduction subsidy. Effective April 1, licensed child care programs will receive an increase in their Child Care Fee reduction subsidy. This increase will help the territorial government to move closer towards its goal of $10 per day for child care. www.gov.nt.ca
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Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6110 Northwest Territories
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In an effort to address its physician shortage, the provincial government is offering financial incentives to doctors who increase patient hours. It is also adding 80 physician training seats and spending $450,000 to fund a peer support program. cbc.ca
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Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Manitoba
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The owners of A Maze in Corn, a tourist attraction near St. Adolphe, recently opened a seasonal eatery on the site of their snow maze. The Den Restaurant is carved out of snow and seats about 100 diners. winnipegfreepress.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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The Government of Manitoba is providing $600,000 to Indigenous non-profit Ma Mawi Wi Chi Itata for two projects aimed at reducing gender-based violence. news.gov.mb.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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MB
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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Fast food chain Arby’s is opening a new location in Winnipeg’s Seasons at Tuxedo mall. This will be the company’s sole Winnipeg location following its exit from the city in 2020. accesswinnipeg.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Job creation
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MB
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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Home sales in Winnipeg were down 16% last month, according to data from the Winnipeg Regional Real Estate Board. There were 582 sales in January 2023 compared with 690 in January 2022, and the average price of a residential detached home fell 8% in the same period. winnipegfreepress.com
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Real estate and rental and leasing
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Other type of event
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MB
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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Pizza Depot recently opened its fourth Winnipeg location, replacing a former Little Caesar’s Pizza in the Charleswood neighbourhood. accesswinnipeg.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Job creation
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MB
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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PTI Transformers is recruiting staff for the second shift at its manufacturing plant in Winnipeg. The company, which makes power transformers, has recently hired some workers from Ukraine. winnipegfreepress.com
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Job creation
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MB
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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Farm and ranch retailer, Peavey Mart, is opening a store in Steinbach, its sixth in Manitoba. The company expects to hire 18-25 workers at the new location. Construction on the new building will begin this summer, and is expected to be completed in spring 2024. winnipegfreepress.com
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Job creation
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MB
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4610 Southeast
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The City of Winnipeg is allocating $5M to create a transit security service; a team of individuals trained to respond to violence on city buses. Details have not yet been released on the number of new staff required for the service. cbc.ca
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Public administration
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Job creation
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MB
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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New Age Metals Inc. has acquired a new property near Leaf Rapids, in Northern Manitoba. The company plans to explore the area for lithium. juniorminingnetwork.com
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Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
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Other type of event
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MB
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4680 North
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The Royal Canadian Mint is indefinitely laying off 56 people at its Winnipeg facility, citing falling demand for foreign coins. The Mint employed 351 people in Winnipeg prior to the layoffs. cbc.ca
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Layoff
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MB
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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The MS Clinic at Winnipeg’s Health Sciences Centre recently hired three neurologists. The clinic, which was on the verge of closing altogether last spring, can now reduce its wait times. The centre is recuiting two more doctors, which will bring the centre to full capacity. winnipegfreepress.com
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Health care and social assistance
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Job creation
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MB
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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The Government of Canada signed an agreement with SaskPower to power federal operations in the province with renewable electricity. Most of the electricity will come from the new Saskatchewan-based wind energy generation project, which is expected to be operational by 2024. canada.ca
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Public administration
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SK
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Saskatchewan
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WestJet will offer more flights from Saskatchewan this summer, including direct flights from Saskatoon to Minneapolis, Regina to Vancouver, and from the two Saskatchewan cities to Kelowna. sasktoday.ca
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SK
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Saskatchewan
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The Spot Restaurant & Lounge is closing its Tisdale location. Some employees will be transferred to the restaurant's Nipawin location and the rest will be laid off. northeastnow.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Layoff
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SK
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4750 Prince Albert
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Construction has started on the $30M elementary school in La Loche. The school will accommodate 475 students when completed in 2025. saskatchewan.ca
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SK
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4760 Northern
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The Government of Saskatchewan and Star Group Ind. Co., Ltd. have signed a memorandum of understanding to further develop the rare earth element supply chain in the province. The agreement lays plans to begin tech sharing between the manufacturer and the provincial government. saskatchewan.ca
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Mining and oil and gas extraction
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SK
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Saskatchewan
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The Government of Saskatchewan has started accepting proposals for construction of a new parkade at the Regina General Hospital. saskatchewan.ca
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Construction
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Other type of event
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SK
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4710 Regina-Moose Mountain
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The City of Prince Albert has approved a subdivision request from One Sky Forest Products for the proposed development of a $250M oriented strand board pulp mill. Approval of the development is still pending. If approved, the mill is expected to create over 700 jobs in the area. sasknow.com
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Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
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Job creation
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SK
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4750 Prince Albert
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According to its director of education, the Northern Lights School Division is in a state of “crisis” due to teacher shortages. On average, the division has 15 unfilled teaching positions each month. Schools with persistent shortages started having teachers connect to classes remotely. larongenow.com
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Educational services
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Other type of event
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SK
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4760 Northern
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The town of Wilkie has received over $1.9M in combined federal and provincial funding for the construction of a new pool. The town will cover the remaining $713,729 required to complete the project. Construction is expected to start later this year. sasknow.com
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Construction
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Other type of event
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SK
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4730 Saskatoon-Biggar
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The Government of Canada is providing $6.6M to build 25 affordable housing units in Regina. The City of Regina is currently reviewing project proposals. Units are required to be completed by November 2024. cbc.ca
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Construction
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Other type of event
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SK
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4710 Regina-Moose Mountain
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Uranium producer Orano Canada has gifted $1M to Saskatchewan Polytechnic’s Women in Trades and Technology program. The school will use the funding to deliver additional programs in northern and rural communities and provide an annual scholarship to a female student. Between now and 2025, Orano is looking to increase the number of women in senior roles by 10%. northeastnow.com
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Mining and oil and gas extraction
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SK
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Saskatchewan
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The Legion Veterans Village, which comprises of approximately 100 new affordable rental homes for veterans, first responders, legion members, families and individuals, opened in Surrey this month. The B.C. government provided $12M in funding to support project. news.gov.bc.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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BC
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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WestJet plans to introduce a direct route from Vancouver to Nashville, Tennessee. The service is expected to operate twice a week from May to October. dailyhive.com
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Other type of event
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BC
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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The community of Fort Nelson has approved the development of a McDonalds restaurant just off the Alaska Highway at Airport Drive. Construction is expected to begin once a building permit has been issued and could be completed as early as October 2023. dailyhive.com
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Accommodation and food services
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BC
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5980 Northeast
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The B.C. government is providing $4.5M in funding to support the Rural Business and Community Recovery Initiative, a provincial program which helps to hire advisers that work with local communities and businesses to access economic development services and strategies. news.gov.bc.ca
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of BC
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The Government of Canada is providing over $830,000 in funding to support six projects throughout the Skeena-Bulkley Valley which aim to revitalize public spaces and enhance tourism. canada.ca
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Construction
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5960 North Coast
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The City of Burnaby is seeking to develop a 21-acre organic waste recycling facility in Foreshore Park. The $182M project is awaiting approval to begin construction in 2024. dailyhive.com
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Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
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BC
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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The B.C. government has implemented the Growing Communities Fund, which aims to provide a one-time $1 billion fund in grants to all B.C.’s municipalities and regional districts, to fund community infrastructure and amenities. Funding is expected to be distributed by the end of March 2023. news.gov.bc.ca
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Construction
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BC
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of BC
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The City of Vancouver is providing nearly $2.5M in grant funding for organizations to hire individuals experiencing homelessness, and other low-income people, to perform street cleaning. dailyhive.com
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Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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The B.C. government is providing $17M in funding to support the construction of 155 new affordable rental homes in Burnaby for seniors with low to moderate incomes. The jointly funded project is expected to be completed by 2025. news.gov.bc.ca
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Construction
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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The Government of Canada is providing $14.5M in funding to support two projects with the British Columbia Institute of Technology, located in Burnaby. Over $9.3M will support a training for gas turbine maintenance, repair, and overhaul, which is expected to create 160 new jobs. And, over $5.3M will be used to create a Biomanufacturing Training Centre. canada.ca
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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Flair Airlines plans to introduce a direct route from Kamloops to Edmonton. The service is expected to operate three times weekly beginning June 15, 2023. kamloopsthisweek.com
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Other type of event
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BC
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5930 Thompson-Okanagan
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Our Place Society, located in Saanich, opened this month. The building comprises of 52 new homes with 24/7 support services for people experiencing homelessness. The project has received over $18M in provincial funding and will receive approximately $1.26 million in annual operating funding. news.gov.bc.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5910 Vancouver Island and Coast
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The Government of Canada is providing $225K in funding over two years for AthletesCAN, to support national athletes through the development of an online platform that can provide centralized information and resources concerning the Canadian sport system. canada.ca
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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BC
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of BC
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The B.C. government is providing $16.2M in funding over three years to expand youth peer support services and social work job training at Foundry centres across the province, which offer integrated health and wellness services for young people between 12 and 24 years. news.gov.bc.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of BC
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The Government of Canada is providing over $2.3M in funding to the Skills Centre Society, a social development organization based in Trail. The funding will facilitate the Skills Centre Eco-Renovation Project, which aims to provide utility and accessibility upgrades for the facility. canada.ca
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Construction
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Other type of event
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BC
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5940 Kootenays
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The B.C. government is providing $5M in funding to support shoreline stabilization and dike projects along the Fraser River, which aim to help ensure flood protection for communities including the Sqwá First Nation, Shxwhá:y Village and Chilliwack. Construction is expected to begin in 2024. news.gov.bc.ca
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Construction
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Other type of event
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BC
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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The Government of Canada is providing over $700K in funding to Squash Canada, to support the promotion of squash across Canada and high-performance athletes at the national and international levels. canada.ca
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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BC
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of BC
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The Government of Canada is providing $50,000 in funding to the British Columbia Economic Development Association for the development of educational services to support underrepresented groups with economic recovery from the impact of COVID-19 and highlight best practices for supporting Indigenous, women, and youth entrepreneurs. canada.ca
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Management of Companies and Enterprises
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BC
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of BC
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The Government of Canada is providing over $1.8M to the Vancouver Chinatown Foundation, to support community revitalization projects in Vancouver’s Chinatown that includes new lighting, signage, and other building improvements. The funding is expected to create up to 50 jobs for underrepresented groups. canada.ca
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Information and cultural industries
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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The Forest Enhancement Society of BC has provided $500K in funding to the City of Quesnel, to provide training on wildfire mitigation and support the creation of new jobs. quesnelobserver.com
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Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5950 Cariboo
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The Government of Canada provided $98,000 in funding to Gabriola Island Recycling Organization, which aims to launch a textile repurposing project for Indigenous, women and youth entrepreneurs on Gabriola Island and Central Vancouver Island. The funding is expected to create eight jobs and help 30 local small businesses. canada.ca
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5910 Vancouver Island and Coast
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The new Tech Collider, a multi-purpose learning centre and collaboration space, at the British Columbia Institute of Technology in Vancouver opened this month. The B.C. government provided $9.85M in funding to support the development. news.gov.bc.ca
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Educational services
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Other type of event
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BC
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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The Government of Alberta is providing the Citadel Theatre in Edmonton with $4M to help fund its renewal project. The work includes replacing elevators, window glazing and skylights, flooring and mechanical systems and improving accessibility to the venue. alberta.ca
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Construction
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4860 Edmonton
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Three Sixty Solar Ltd., a developer of vertical commercial solar energy towers, is partnering with Alberta-based Foremost Energy Equipment for engineering and fabrication work. globenewswire.com
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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US-based Air Products, a global industrial gases company, is hiring over 40 employees for a new Project Delivery office in Edmonton. The Global Engineering and Manufacturing Technology Equipment (GEMTE) office will be a cross-functional space including executives, engineering, product, process gas, and air separation unit (ASU) product line functions. hydrogen-central.com
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4860 Edmonton
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TC Energy has started construction on the Saddlebrook Solar and Storage Project, located south of Aldersyde. During construction, 140 employees will be on site. The facility will have two full-time employees when operational in late 2023. okotokstoday.ca
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Construction
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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Hitman’s Bar, a restaurant and bar concept, opened in Calgary on February 10, 2023. dailyhive.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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Accident Support Services International, which operates vehicle collision reporting centres, has hired more staff and added kiosks and more space to two centres that opened in Edmonton in September 2022. globalnews.ca
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Finance and insurance
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4860 Edmonton
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The Government of Alberta is providing up to $58M from the TIER fund through Emissions Reduction Alberta (ERA) to help technology in recycling, waste reduction and the circular economy through various stages of development. If successful, these projects have the potential to create about 1,800 jobs. alberta.ca
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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Calgary-based SNDL, a cannabis grower and formulator, is cutting 85 jobs at its Olds production facility. The company said its downsizing strategy is partly a result of its recent $138M acquisition of cannabis extraction company Valens. calgaryherald.com
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Layoff
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AB
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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Edmonton-based Stantec, a global engineering and design firm, has been selected to provide construction and engineering services for the US$2.5B Qcells solar power manufacturing facility in Georgia, United States. globenewswire.com
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4860 Edmonton
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Bed Bath & Beyond Canada is going out of business and closing 54 Bed Bath & Beyond stores and 11 buybuy BABY stores across the country. There are currently 17 Bed Bath & Beyond stores in Alberta and three buybuy BABY stores. cbc.ca
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Layoff
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AB
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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PhatBar Bakery & Café, a retro bakery and cafe concept, opened in Edmonton on February 11, 2023. dailyhive.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4860 Edmonton
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The City of Calgary and the federal government are jointly providing $4.9M to build protected bike lanes and other infrastructure improvements to increase accessibility in the Beltline District of the city. cbc.ca
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Construction
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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Entropy Inc. has started expanding its staff numbers with a focus on commercial growth in the United States. Entropy has four projects in the pipeline that are expected to advance to procurement and construction during 2023. Entropy will also be providing technology, engineering and development expertise for a project in California. newswire.ca
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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Bonterra Energy Corp. has drilled eight wells to date in 2023 - all eight are expected to be completed, equipped and placed on production during the first quarter of 2023. newswire.ca
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Mining and oil and gas extraction
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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Edmonton-based Jobber, a developer of subscription software (SaaS) for small businesses, has raised $134M in venture capital funding. Jobber will use the new funding to focus on customer acquisition, research and development, and product improvements. cbc.ca
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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AB
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4860 Edmonton
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The City of Cold Lake plans to spend $1.85M to buy the Glacier Gate Medical Clinic, from two physicians who are leaving Cold Lake, in an effort to attract new physicians to the community. The four physicians who remain at the clinic and the current staff are expected to continue in their roles after the transition, expected by April 1, 2023. cbc.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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AB
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4880 Wood Buffalo-Cold Lake
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The Government of Alberta is providing an additional $10M for students in Grade 1 who need help catching up in both math and literacy. School authorities can use the funds to hire additional teachers and educational assistants, provide more training to their staff or purchase resources like books. discoverairdrie.com
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Educational services
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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Keyera Corp. has sanctioned a $60M to $70M capacity expansion of its Pipestone gas plant, subject to final regulatory approval anticipated to be forthcoming in March 2023. The expansion is expected to be complete in Q1 2024. newswire.ca
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Construction
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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The Government of Alberta is investing $150,000 in a partnership with SafeGen's JobSafe program and other organizations to provide free safety training to students as they explore possible career paths. constructconnect.com
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Educational services
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AB
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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Calgary-based CEMATRIX Corporation has booked $5.3M in new contracts, primarily for geotechnical and tunnel infrastructure projects across North America. globenewswire.com
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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Lynx Air launched its inaugural flight from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) on February 7, 2023. Lynx is operating three flights per week between Calgary and Phoenix. Lynx is also planning to launch services out of Calgary to Los Angeles and Las Vegas over the next several weeks. globenewswire.com
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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Alberta Motor Transport Association (AMTA) is leading a multi-partner demonstration project with industry and government support to develop and evaluate hydrogen-fuelled vehicles on Alberta roads. The project is designed to collect user data over a two year period. hydrogen-central.com
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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WestJet is creating a flight hub in Edmonton with plans to add 150 crew jobs based out of the Edmonton International Airport: 50 pilots and 100 in-flight cabin crew. WestJet is also adding new flights to the US and Canada that will increase service by 50 percent this summer over 2022 levels. globalnews.ca
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4860 Edmonton
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The Government of Alberta is providing $15.1M to expand a bursary and loan program for internationally trained nurses. The funding will also create more than 600 new seats for registered nurse and licensed practical nurse bridging and licensing programs, starting in the 2023-24 academic year. alberta.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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AB
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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The Government of Alberta is appointing five judges and four justices of the peace to the provincial court, filling vacancies in Calgary and Edmonton. alberta.ca
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Public administration
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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Greedy Donut, a bakery and café concept, is slated to open soon in Chinook Mall in Calgary. dailyhive.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Feb 13 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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The UPEI Faculty Association voted 83% in favour of striking if they are unable to reach a collective agreement. Faculty demands include reasonable workloads, more full-time faculty, better health and safety conditions and higher pay. cbc.ca
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Educational services
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PE
Fri Feb 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1110 Prince Edward Island
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Bed Bath & Beyond Canada is closing all 54 stores and 11 buybuy BABY stores including its stores in Fredericton, Moncton, Halifax, Dartmouth, Charlottetown, and St. John’s. The company has nearly 400 full-time and over 1,000 part-time workers. cbc.ca
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Layoff
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PE
Fri Feb 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1110 Prince Edward Island
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The P.E.I. and federal governments will invest $50M to build a 75,000 ft2 biomanufacturing facility, the BioAccelerator, in the BioCommons Research Park in Charlottetown. The project is expected to create highly-skilled jobs and opportunities. canada.ca
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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PE
Fri Feb 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1110 Prince Edward Island
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P.E.I.’s Construction Association says that the goal of having the Island’s vacancy rate at 4% within two years, would require an extra 1,500 to 2,000 skilled tradespeople. Construction on the Island employs around 7,200 workers and could lose many to retirement. cbc.ca
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Construction
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PE
Fri Feb 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1110 Prince Edward Island
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Porter Airlines will begin offering daily non-stop flights between Charlottetown and Ottawa, starting in May and ending in October. P.E.I. is currently the only Atlantic province not served by Porter. cbc.ca
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PE
Fri Feb 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1110 Prince Edward Island
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Canada’s premiers and territorial leaders have accepted the new federal health care transfer, which will result in the provinces getting an extra $49B over 10 years. The funding will help address priorities like the doctor shortage and surgical backlogs. vocm.com
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Health care and social assistance
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PE
Fri Feb 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1110 Prince Edward Island
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The paramedics' union and Island EMS have reached a tentative agreement, which will need to be ratified by its 200 members. Key agreement aspects include salary increases and improving working conditions, and other initiatives to improve staff retention. cbc.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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PE
Fri Feb 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1110 Prince Edward Island
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Health P.E.I. states that work has begun to create a new centralized online referral system, which will allow health-care providers to view wait times for a specific specialist when referring a patient. It is expected to take 12 to 18 months to complete. cbc.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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PE
Fri Feb 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1110 Prince Edward Island
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Combined Federal and Provincial Government funding of $8M has been announced to support energy efficiency upgrades to over 200 public housing properties in the Cape Breton Regional Municipality. canada.ca
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Construction
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NS
Fri Feb 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1210 Cape Breton
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A new survey from the CFIB shows that 52% N.S. small business owners and 62% of N.B. owners have pandemic-related debt. In both provinces the average debt level is around $100K, and up to 16% report they are at risk of closure. charlottefm.ca
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Other services (except public administration)
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NS
Fri Feb 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Nova Scotia
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The Grape Growers Association of N.S. has reported that it will take years for vineyards to recover from the recent cold snap that destroyed over 95% of some of the most prized varieties of grapes. cbc.ca
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NS
Fri Feb 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Nova Scotia
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Joint Federal Provincial funding of $593,931 was announced for Pictou County Transit’s fixed-route transit system, which provides public transit service in New Glasgow and Stellarton. The funding will enable two new bus purchases and establish new bus stops to improve accessibility. canada.ca
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NS
Fri Feb 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1220 North Shore
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The N.S. Government has renewed two agreements with Port Hawkesbury Paper that will result in less timber being cut on Crown lands which will result in a shift to the private sector. This was recommended in the 2018 Lahey Report on forestry that called for a shift to ecological forestry. cbc.ca
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Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
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NS
Fri Feb 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Nova Scotia
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Some nurses early in their careers are leaving Nova Scotia hospitals and signing contracts with travel nursing agencies to work elsewhere in Canada. These nurses are citing higher pay and more flexible schedules. N.S. Health is currently trying to fill 1,024 vacant nursing positions. cbc.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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Other type of event
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NS
Fri Feb 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Nova Scotia
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New/Coming Soon: Mary Brown’s (Bedford); Closures: Kam-Moon (Halifax) and Bed Bath and Beyond/Buy Buy Baby are closing all stores in Canada. retales.ca
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Accommodation and food services
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Other type of event
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NS
Fri Feb 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1250 Halifax
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Bed Bath & Beyond Canada is closing all 54 stores and 11 buybuy BABY stores including its stores in Fredericton, Moncton, Halifax, Dartmouth, Charlottetown, and St. John’s. The company has nearly 400 full-time and over 1,000 part-time workers. cbc.ca
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Layoff
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NS
Fri Feb 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Nova Scotia
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Statistics Canada data shows that one in five properties across much of Canada are owned by investors. N.S. and N.B. have fairly high levels of investor-owned properties, which can make it harder for first-time homeowners to find an affordable home. cbc.ca
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Real estate and rental and leasing
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Other type of event
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NS
Fri Feb 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Nova Scotia
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Marchand Developments is planning a major housing development that will bring 886 new housing units to a 36-acre site in Bridgewater over the next 20 years or more. Phase 1 construction is expected to start by the end of 2023 or early 2024 and will see 492 units built. cbc.ca
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Construction
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Other type of event
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NS
Fri Feb 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1240 Southern Nova Scotia
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Canada’s premiers and territorial leaders have accepted the new federal health care transfer, which will result in the provinces getting an extra $49B over 10 years. The funding will help address priorities like the doctor shortage and surgical backlogs. vocm.com
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Health care and social assistance
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Other type of event
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NS
Fri Feb 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Nova Scotia
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The N.S. Government has approved two new wind farm projects from Natural Forces Developments: The Benjamins Mill development (near Windsor) with 28 turbines and the Westchester Wind Project (near Oxford) with 12 turbines. Construction will begin in winter 2023 and be operational by 2025. cbc.ca
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Utilities
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Other type of event
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NS
Fri Feb 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Nova Scotia
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Memorial University's faculty association and administration have reached a tentative deal after a nearly 2-week strike. The faculty association prioritized three items: improved job security for temporary staff, post-retirement health benefits, and collegial governance. cbc.ca
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Educational services
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Other type of event
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NL
Fri Feb 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1010 Avalon Peninsula
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Canada’s premiers and territorial leaders have accepted the new federal health care transfer, which will result in the provinces getting an extra $49B over 10 years. The funding will help address priorities like the doctor shortage and surgical backlogs. vocm.com
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Health care and social assistance
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Other type of event
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NL
Fri Feb 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Newfoundland and Labrador
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Bed Bath & Beyond Canada is closing all 54 stores and 11 buybuy BABY stores including its stores in Fredericton, Moncton, Halifax, Dartmouth, Charlottetown, and St. John’s. The company has nearly 400 full-time and over 1,000 part-time workers. cbc.ca
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Layoff
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NL
Fri Feb 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Newfoundland and Labrador
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Bed Bath & Beyond Canada is closing all 54 stores and 11 buybuy BABY stores including its stores in Fredericton, Moncton, Halifax, Dartmouth, Charlottetown, and St. John’s. The company has nearly 400 full-time and over 1,000 part-time workers. cbc.ca
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Layoff
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NB
Fri Feb 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of New Brunswick
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Saint John council has approved the proposed development of Teneo Ventures Ltd. to convert a former daycare into a pharmacy and construct 54 residential units nearby on Dever Road. The residential construction is expected to begin later this year. thewave.ca
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Construction
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Other type of event
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NB
Fri Feb 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1330 Saint John-St. Stephen
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The town of Saint Andrews will contribute $500K towards the construction of a 42-unit apartment building by the end of 2021. The developer states that the lack of housing is impacting businesses, the community college, as well as families and seniors. charlottefm.ca
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Construction
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Other type of event
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NB
Fri Feb 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1330 Saint John-St. Stephen
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ACOA will invest over $876K in Fredericton’s Thermtest Inc., which will help support a marketing strategy, purchase production machinery, and the hiring of a digital business systems analyst. Thermtest will continue to grow in its new 15,000 ft2 HQ facility. canada.ca
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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Other type of event
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NB
Fri Feb 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1340 Fredericton-Oromocto
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Horizon Health reports that improvements have been made to improve ambulance offload delays, an increase in some surgeries, and a reduction in wait time for mental health services. The health network has over 70 improvement projects underway. cbc.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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Other type of event
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NB
Fri Feb 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of New Brunswick
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Statistics Canada data shows that one in five properties across much of Canada are owned by investors. N.S. and N.B. have fairly high levels of investor-owned properties, which can make it harder for first-time homeowners to find an affordable home. cbc.ca
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Real estate and rental and leasing
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Other type of event
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NB
Fri Feb 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of New Brunswick
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A former Roman Catholic church in the south end of Saint John will be converted to a space for artists, non-profits and social entrepreneurs. An affordable housing complex with 38 units will be built on the empty space next to the church. cbc.ca
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Construction
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Other type of event
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NB
Fri Feb 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1330 Saint John-St. Stephen
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Moncton’s latest newcomer job fair saw nearly 1,000 job-seekers meet with employers in fields ranging from banking to manufacturing. N.B. is faced with high job vacancies, while immigrants and non-permanent residents now make up about 8.8% of the workforce. cbc.ca
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Public administration
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Other type of event
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NB
Fri Feb 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1320 Moncton-Richibucto
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ARC Clean Energy reports that its small modular nuclear reactors (SMRs) will not match the 450 MWs of electricity created annually by the Belledune coal-fired power station. Belledune must stop burning coal by 2030 and the first SMR will generate 100 MWs. cbc.ca
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Utilities
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Other type of event
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NB
Fri Feb 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of New Brunswick
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Poley Mountain, a N.B. ski and mountain biking resort near Sussex, has received $95K through the federal government’s Tourism Relief Fund (TRF). The money will go towards upgrades and equipment, and help expand its year-round experiences. charlottefm.ca
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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Other type of event
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NB
Fri Feb 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1320 Moncton-Richibucto
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A new survey from the CFIB shows that 52% N.S. small business owners and 62% of N.B. owners have pandemic-related debt. In both provinces the average debt level is around $100K, and up to 16% report they are at risk of closure. charlottefm.ca
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Other services (except public administration)
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Other type of event
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NB
Fri Feb 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of New Brunswick
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The New Brunswick Human Rights Commission has had to hire a significant number of new staff to deal with an increased number of complaints, primarily due to COVID-19 issues and housing complaints. cbc.ca
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Public administration
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Job creation
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NB
Fri Feb 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of New Brunswick
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Canada’s premiers and territorial leaders have accepted the new federal health care transfer, which will result in the provinces getting an extra $49B over 10 years. The funding will help address priorities like the doctor shortage and surgical backlogs. vocm.com
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Health care and social assistance
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Other type of event
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NB
Fri Feb 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of New Brunswick
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The owner of Sackville’s Cattail Ridge Family Market will permanently close its market due to fatigue from long hours and high local demand during the pandemic. Two potential attempts to sell the business failed, which supported over 100 small local businesses. charlottefm.ca
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Layoff
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NB
Fri Feb 10 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1320 Moncton-Richibucto
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Food Island Supermarket, an Asian grocery store, has closed down in London cbc.ca
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Layoff
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ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3560 London
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Bed Bath & Beyond Canada is closing its operations nationwide, shuttering 27 stores in Ontario cbc.ca
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Layoff
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ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Ontario
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The Hamilton Children's Aid Society is laying off 19 workers chch.com
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Health care and social assistance
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Layoff
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ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3550 Hamilton-Niagara Peninsula
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Canopy Growth Corporation in Smith Falls and Ottawa will stop cannabis cultivation, laying off a 350 workers immediately and another 450 in the coming months insideottawavalley.com
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Layoff
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ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3510 Ottawa
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A 40-unit transitional housing complex is under construction at the Apex Modular facility in New Sudbury. It is expected to be operational by November. sudbury.com
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Construction
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Other type of event
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ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3590 Northeast
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Options Skilled Trades Career Fair will take place on May 31 at the Pembroke Memorial Centre pembroketoday.ca
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3515 Kingston-Pembroke
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Canadore College is launching a free 23-week pre-apprenticeship carpentry program in April for low-income women with at least 16 high school credits baytoday.ca
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Educational services
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Other type of event
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ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3590 Northeast
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Flair Airlines announced it will offer flights between Windsor and Vancouver starting in June, with plans to grow its fleet to 50 planes by 2025 windsorstar.com
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3570 Windsor-Sarnia
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Lake of the Woods hospital in Kenora received $976K from Government of Canada to initiate a training program aimed at combating racism chroniclejournal.com
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Health care and social assistance
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3595 Northwest
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The Wildlife Preservation Canada received $423K from the provincial government to undertake work to protect species within the Ojibway Prairie blackburnnews.com
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Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3570 Windsor-Sarnia
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The Youth Wellness Hub, a community resource for mental health, substance abuse and primary care, is opening locations in Sudbury and Algoma this spring cbc.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3590 Northeast
|
Oneida Energy storage project in partnership with the Six Nations of the Grand River Development Corporation, Northland Power, NRStor and Aecon Group, received $50M from the federal and provincial governments canada.ca
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Construction
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3570 Windsor-Sarnia
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Ottawa's Rapid Housing Initiative will build at least 48 new affordable housing units an $18.5M investment from the Government of Canada .obj.ca
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Construction
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3510 Ottawa
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The Government of Ontario invested $6M in 32 remote First Nation communities and the Town of Moosonee to build and operate 3,200 kilometres of temporary winter roads for the 2022-23 season ontario.ca
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Construction
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Other type of event
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ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Ontario
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Billings Township is constructing a new pedestrian bridge at the Kagawong River, with completion expected by September 2023 manitoulin.com
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Construction
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3590 Northeast
|
Mill Market in Sault Ste. Marie received over $1.7M from the federal government to revitalize two buildings in downtown sootoday.com
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Construction
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3590 Northeast
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Pet Valu, a large pet food store chain, is opening a new location in Windsor windsorite.ca
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3570 Windsor-Sarnia
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Cucina 360, a new restaurant, opened in downtown Windsor blackburnnews.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3570 Windsor-Sarnia
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Suswin Village, a transitional housing centre in North Bay, is opening in May with space for 30 individuals. It will hire a staff of six full-time and four casual employees. ctvnews.ca
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Health care and social assistance
|
Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3590 Northeast
|
Juno College of Technology, The Leadership Agency, and Alida are hiring in Toronto curiocity.com
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3530 Toronto
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The Hot Chocolate Fest will take place in Peterborough from February 17 to February 27 ptbotoday.ca
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3520 Muskoka-Kawarthas
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The Birds on the Niagara International Winter Festival will take place from February 17 to 21 thoroldtoday.ca
|
Arts, entertainment and recreation
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3550 Hamilton-Niagara Peninsula
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Andriani SpA, an Italian pasta manufacturer, will build a plant in London’s Innovation Park by 2024, with construction expected to begin this year. The plant expects to bring 50 jobs to the region once operational. blackburnnews.com
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Construction
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3560 London
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Toronto's shopping centres welcomed 33 new stores curiocity.com
|
|
Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3530 Toronto
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Mango, a clothing retail store, opened its location at Toronto's Yorkdale Shopping Centre blogto.com
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|
Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3530 Toronto
|
Wet'n'Wild Toronto is hiring for 500 seasonal positions this summer curiocity.com
|
Arts, entertainment and recreation
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3530 Toronto
|
Farm Boy, a Canadian food retailer, opened a new location at Queens Quay East in Toronto narcity.com
|
|
Job creation
|
ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3530 Toronto
|
Magna International invested $471M along with $23.6M from the provincial government to expand its operations in Ontario, resulting in 560 new jobs in Brampton and 475 new jobs across the province ontario.ca
|
|
Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Ontario
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A new restaurant, Erben, opened in Downtown Peterborough ptbotoday.ca
|
Accommodation and food services
|
Job creation
|
ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3520 Muskoka-Kawarthas
|
Career Edge is hosting a Prince Edward County Career Fair on March 9 at Prince Edward Community Centre. More than 50 employers will be looking to fill 150 positions in the county at the event. pictongazette.ca
|
|
Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3515 Kingston-Pembroke
|
The federal government is investing over $16.5M in Eastern Ontario by supporting three manufacturers and 27 tourism and community projects, creating over 150 jobs canada.ca
|
|
Job creation
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ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3510 Ottawa
|
The Hamilton YWCA is providing 500K to renovate Carole Anne's Place, an overnight drop-in centre for unsheltered women and non-binary individuals chch.com
|
Construction
|
Job creation
|
ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3550 Hamilton-Niagara Peninsula
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The Hamilton Children's Aid Society is laying off 19 workers chch.com
|
Health care and social assistance
|
Layoff
|
ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3550 Hamilton-Niagara Peninsula
|
Bed Bath & Beyond Canada is closing its operations nationwide, shuttering 27 stores in Ontario cbc.ca
|
|
Layoff
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ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Ontario
|
Options Skilled Trades Career Fair will take place on May 31 at the Pembroke Memorial Centre pembroketoday.ca
|
|
Job creation
|
ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3515 Kingston-Pembroke
|
Billings Township is constructing a new pedestrian bridge at the Kagawong River, with completion expected by September 2023 manitoulin.com
|
Construction
|
Job creation
|
ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3590 Northeast
|
Flair Airlines announced it will offer flights between Windsor and Vancouver starting in June, with plans to grow its fleet to 50 planes by 2025 windsorstar.com
|
|
Job creation
|
ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3570 Windsor-Sarnia
|
The Wildlife Preservation Canada received $423K from the provincial government to undertake work to protect species within the Ojibway Prairie blackburnnews.com
|
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
|
Job creation
|
ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3570 Windsor-Sarnia
|
Oneida Energy storage project in partnership with the Six Nations of the Grand River Development Corporation, Northland Power, NRStor and Aecon Group, received $50M from the federal and provincial governments canada.ca
|
Construction
|
Job creation
|
ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3570 Windsor-Sarnia
|
Ottawa's Rapid Housing Initiative will build at least 48 new affordable housing units an $18.5M investment from the Government of Canada .obj.ca
|
Construction
|
Job creation
|
ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3510 Ottawa
|
The federal government is investing over $16.5M in Eastern Ontario by supporting three manufacturers and 27 tourism and community projects, creating over 150 jobs canada.ca
|
|
Job creation
|
ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3510 Ottawa
|
The Government of Ontario invested $6M in 32 remote First Nation communities and the Town of Moosonee to build and operate 3,200 kilometres of temporary winter roads for the 2022-23 season ontario.ca
|
Construction
|
Other type of event
|
ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Ontario
|
Lake of the Woods hospital in Kenora received $976K from Government of Canada to initiate a training program aimed at combating racism chroniclejournal.com
|
Health care and social assistance
|
Job creation
|
ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3595 Northwest
|
Wet'n'Wild Toronto is hiring for 500 seasonal positions this summer curiocity.com
|
Arts, entertainment and recreation
|
Job creation
|
ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3530 Toronto
|
Mill Market in Sault Ste. Marie received over $1.7M from the federal government to revitalize two buildings in downtown sootoday.com
|
Construction
|
Job creation
|
ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3590 Northeast
|
Mango, a clothing retail store, opened its location at Toronto's Yorkdale Shopping Centre blogto.com
|
|
Job creation
|
ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3530 Toronto
|
Farm Boy, a Canadian food retailer, opened a new location at Queens Quay East in Toronto narcity.com
|
|
Job creation
|
ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3530 Toronto
|
Food Island Supermarket, an Asian grocery store, has closed down in London cbc.ca
|
|
Layoff
|
ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3560 London
|
Magna International invested $471M along with $23.6M from the provincial government to expand its operations in Ontario, resulting in 560 new jobs in Brampton and 475 new jobs across the province ontario.ca
|
|
Job creation
|
ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Ontario
|
Juno College of Technology, The Leadership Agency, and Alida are hiring in Toronto curiocity.com
|
Professional, scientific and technical services
|
Job creation
|
ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3530 Toronto
|
The Youth Wellness Hub, a community resource for mental health, substance abuse and primary care, is opening locations in Sudbury and Algoma this spring cbc.ca
|
Health care and social assistance
|
Job creation
|
ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3590 Northeast
|
The Birds on the Niagara International Winter Festival will take place from February 17 to 21 thoroldtoday.ca
|
Arts, entertainment and recreation
|
Job creation
|
ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3550 Hamilton-Niagara Peninsula
|
Career Edge is hosting a Prince Edward County Career Fair on March 9 at Prince Edward Community Centre. More than 50 employers will be looking to fill 150 positions in the county at the event. pictongazette.ca
|
|
Job creation
|
ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3515 Kingston-Pembroke
|
Canadore College is launching a free 23-week pre-apprenticeship carpentry program in April for low-income women with at least 16 high school credits baytoday.ca
|
Educational services
|
Other type of event
|
ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3590 Northeast
|
A 40-unit transitional housing complex is under construction at the Apex Modular facility in New Sudbury. It is expected to be operational by November. sudbury.com
|
Construction
|
Other type of event
|
ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3590 Northeast
|
Suswin Village, a transitional housing centre in North Bay, is opening in May with space for 30 individuals. It will hire a staff of six full-time and four casual employees. ctvnews.ca
|
Health care and social assistance
|
Job creation
|
ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3590 Northeast
|
Pet Valu, a large pet food store chain, is opening a new location in Windsor windsorite.ca
|
|
Job creation
|
ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3570 Windsor-Sarnia
|
The Hot Chocolate Fest will take place in Peterborough from February 17 to February 27 ptbotoday.ca
|
Arts, entertainment and recreation
|
Job creation
|
ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3520 Muskoka-Kawarthas
|
The Hamilton YWCA is providing 500K to renovate Carole Anne's Place, an overnight drop-in centre for unsheltered women and non-binary individuals chch.com
|
Construction
|
Job creation
|
ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3550 Hamilton-Niagara Peninsula
|
Canopy Growth Corporation in Smith Falls and Ottawa will stop cannabis cultivation, laying off a 350 workers immediately and another 450 in the coming months insideottawavalley.com
|
|
Layoff
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ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3510 Ottawa
|
A new restaurant, Erben, opened in Downtown Peterborough ptbotoday.ca
|
Accommodation and food services
|
Job creation
|
ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3520 Muskoka-Kawarthas
|
Cucina 360, a new restaurant, opened in downtown Windsor blackburnnews.com
|
Accommodation and food services
|
Job creation
|
ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3570 Windsor-Sarnia
|
Andriani SpA, an Italian pasta manufacturer, will build a plant in London’s Innovation Park by 2024, with construction expected to begin this year. The plant expects to bring 50 jobs to the region once operational. blackburnnews.com
|
Construction
|
Job creation
|
ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3560 London
|
Toronto's shopping centres welcomed 33 new stores curiocity.com
|
|
Job creation
|
ON
Thu Feb 09 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3530 Toronto
|
The Université du Québec à Rimouski (UQAR) is hosting the Journée Carrières UQAR, a recruitment event that will take place on February 15, 2023, at the UQAR’s sports centre. Over 60 employers will be on site. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2415 Bas-Saint-Laurent
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The Cégep de Rimouski received over $4.85M from the Government of Quebec to renovate the facilities for the Technologie de radiodiagnostic program and acquire new equipment Available in French only (available in French only)
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Educational services
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2415 Bas-Saint-Laurent
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Google Canada, a global leader in technology, will cut 21 positions from its Montréal office as of April 7 indiatimes.com
|
Information and cultural industries
|
Layoff
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QC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2440 Montréal
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The two Ville-Marie and Viger tunnels, which serve downtown Montréal, will be under construction until the fall of 2026 Available in French only (available in French only)
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Construction
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2440 Montréal
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Blue Solutions Canada, a battery manufacturer, will cease production at its factory in Boucherville, resulting in the loss of 55 jobs out of a total of 165 employees Available in French only (available in French only)
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Layoff
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QC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2435 Montérégie
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Atmosphere, a chain of outdoor equipment stores, plans on creating many jobs this spring after its Sherbrooke store is relocated to a larger building Available in French only (available in French only)
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Job creation
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QC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2430 Estrie
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The Sureté du Québec has over 90 emergency dispatcher positions to fill in its call centres throughout the province Available in French only (available in French only)
|
Public administration
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Job creation
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QC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Quebec
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Olymel, a meat product manufacturer, announced that its Blainville plant will close on April 28 due to economic reasons. The company plans to reassign the 134 employees affected. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Layoff
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QC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2455 Laurentides
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The eleventh Trois-Rivières–Bécancour job fair will take place on February 22, 2023, at the Bâtisse industrielle in Trois-Rivières. Over 110 employers will be on site with 1,500 jobs available. Available in French only (available in French only)
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QC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2433 Centre-du-Québec
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Mitacs, an organization that provides research and training programs related to industrial and social innovation, received around $65M from the provincial government to fund paid student internships in companies until 2027 mitacs.ca
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2440 Montréal
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Aliments Triomphe, a division of Olymel, will close its pork processing plant in Laval. The 36 employees affected may be reassigned to other company locations. ctvnews.ca
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Layoff
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QC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2445 Laval
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Transport Memphré, a transportation and storage company in Magog, will create 15 jobs, in addition to 45 existing positions, following the construction of a new warehouse that is expected to begin next year and will be worth at least $6M Available in French only (available in French only)
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Job creation
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QC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2430 Estrie
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The eleventh Trois-Rivières–Bécancour job fair will take place on February 22, 2023, at the Bâtisse industrielle in Trois-Rivières. Over 110 employers will be on site with 1,500 jobs available. Available in French only (available in French only)
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QC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2470 Mauricie
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Alstom, a transportation company, received $3M from the Government of Quebec, out of an overall project cost of $8M, to pilot its hydrogen-powered train in the National Capital Region Available in French only (available in French only)
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2420 Capitale-Nationale
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SSENSE, an online clothing retailer, laid off 130 employees in Montréal Available in French only (available in French only)
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Layoff
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QC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2440 Montréal
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Rio Tinto received $7.8M from the Government of Quebec to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions generated by its aluminum division throughout the province Available in French only (available in French only)
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Quebec
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Bel Canada, which owns a cheese factory in Sorel-Tracy, invested $180,000 in new equipment. This amount will create 20 to 25 additional jobs at the factory, which currently has 155 employees. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Job creation
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QC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2435 Montérégie
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Enim, an electronic waste management and recovery company, invested $13M in implementing a pilot processing plant in Thetford Mines Available in French only (available in French only)
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Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2425 Chaudière-Appalaches
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Tata Steel Canada is resuming operations at its iron mine in Schefferville in partnership with Construction & Expertise PG. The companie is looking to hire around 50 people, including Indigenous people, to join about 100 employees already assigned to the project Available in French only (available in French only)
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Mining and oil and gas extraction
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Job creation
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QC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2480 Côte-Nord
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The Ville de Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville is having the first Montarvillois job fair on February 22, 2023. There will be 26 employers on site with over 400 jobs available. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2435 Montérégie
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The Société des traversiers du Québec invested $191.5M in acquiring three electric ferries, including two to connect Sorel-Tracy–Saint-Ignace-de-Loyola. The first boat will be delivered in 2029, and it will be operational the following year. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Construction
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2435 Montérégie
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Mer et monde écotours, a tourism company owned by the Innu Essipit First Nation, received a $1,105,400 subsidy to build a visitor centre, new accommodation sites and a parking lot Available in French only (available in French only)
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Accommodation and food services
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2480 Côte-Nord
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The Centre intégré de santé et de services sociaux (CISSS) de la Montérégie-Est received $13M from the Government of Quebec for development work around the future Centre régional spécialisé pédiatrique at the Hôpital Pierre-Boucher in Longueuil Available in French only (available in French only)
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Health care and social assistance
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2435 Montérégie
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The Municipalité de Saint-Denis-de-Brompton is looking to fill over 20 counsellor positions, in addition to coordination positions, in preparation for its summer day camp Available in French only (available in French only)
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Public administration
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Job creation
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QC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2430 Estrie
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Meunerie Robitaille, a feed manufacturer for the poultry and pork sectors, will resume operations in Farnham in April. This follows a $35M investment made by the company in construction work on one of its buildings that had burned down. Available in French only (available in French only)
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QC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2430 Estrie
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The Ville de Mont-Tremblant opened the Centre Sportif Mont-Tremblant on February 3. In total, the investment is valued at nearly $14M. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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Job creation
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QC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2455 Laurentides
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Mitsubishi Chemical Group decided to completely close its subsidiary, Québec Medicago, which worked on manufacturing a COVID-19 vaccine. This decision will lead to the loss of 350 jobs at the headquarters in Québec. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Layoff
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QC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2420 Capitale-Nationale
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KRAFTON, a video game company, will establish a studio in Montréal. Within three years, the location will hire around 150 employees who will join approximately 12 current staff. globalnews.ca
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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Job creation
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QC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2440 Montréal
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The Ministère de la Culture et des Communications provided over $4.4M in funding to seven museums in Gaspésie for the 2022-2025 period to support their objectives Available in French only (available in French only)
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2410 Gaspésie-Îles-de-la-Madeleine
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Groupe Maison de l’Auto, which includes several car dealerships, invested $1.5M in expanding its location in Saint-Félicien. The project is scheduled to be complete in July, and it will create four jobs. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Job creation
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QC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2475 Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean
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The Centre communautaire de Weedon, which houses 11 organizations, will be undergoing renovations until the end of June. This project is possible thanks to an investment of nearly $2.2M from the municipality and the Government of Quebec. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Public administration
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2430 Estrie
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A new overhead ramp connecting Highways 15 and 440 in Laval will be under construction until December 2024 ctvnews.ca
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Construction
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2445 Laval
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Gate Gourmet, a food services provider for airline and railway companies, will cease operations at the airport in Dorval, which will result in about 50 layoffs Available in French only (available in French only)
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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Layoff
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QC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2440 Montréal
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IGA Famille Lambert, a supermarket in Clermont, invested $4M in modernizing and expanding its facilities. The project will begin in March. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2420 Capitale-Nationale
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The Musée de la santé Armand-Frappier, an establishment in Laval dedicated to interpreting human health sciences, reopened following renovations valued at $14M actualnewsmagazine.com
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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Other type of event
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QC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2445 Laval
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Lightspeed, a point-of-sale systems and e-commerce software company, is looking to hire up to 200 employees in Montréal canadianmanufacturing.com
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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Job creation
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QC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2440 Montréal
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The NWT government started piloting the Northern Studies 30, a grade 12 course with focus on land, governance, wellness and reconciliation. The curriculum covers topics including Indigenous history, sovereignty, mental health and addictions, cultural appropriation, missing and murdered peoples and the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. The course will be finalized by September 2023. www.gov.nt.ca
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Educational services
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Other type of event
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NT
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6110 Northwest Territories
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The Nunavut Coroner's Office is recruiting coroners on an as-needed basis. Community coroners require previous education or experience, while knowledge of Inuit language as an asset. Classroom and practical training will be provided to successful candidates and services will be paid for each case. www.gov.nu.ca
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Public administration
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Job creation
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NU
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6210 Nunavut
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The federal, territorial and municipal governments provided over $22M towards Boreal Commons' completion of an 87-unit rental development in Whistle Bend, the largest residential development in the city in the past 30 years. Some affordable units will be provided to young adults, newcomers, seniors and people with mobility challenges. whitehorsestar.com
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Construction
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Other type of event
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YT
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6010 Yukon Territory
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The NWT government has extended the timeline of its NWT Indigenous Languages Action Plan to 2024-2025. The two year extension will allow the government to align the renewed plan including: revitalizing NWT's official languages and providing access to public services in NWT's Indigenous languages. www.gov.nt.ca
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Public administration
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Other type of event
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NT
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6110 Northwest Territories
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The Yukon Environmental and Socio-Economic Assessment Board has rejected Silver47 Exploration's mineral exploration proposal in Peel River watershed. The five-year project would result in adverse effects to wildlife habitats, First Nations wellness and culture, water resources and heritage resources. whitehorsestar.com
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Mining and oil and gas extraction
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Other type of event
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YT
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6010 Yukon Territory
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The Nah?? Dehé Dene Band Office in Nahanni Butte and Gonezu Energy is exploring the potential for a district heating system powered by geothermal energy. The research study is expected to be complete in a year, with benefits to regional Indigenous and community governments and Indigenous community members. cbc.ca
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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Other type of event
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NT
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6110 Northwest Territories
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YWCA NWT launched the Welcome Home Campaign, a $250,000 campaign to raise funds to furnish the new 21-unit family housing building. The new housing will provide a home for individuals who experienced job loss, family violence, homelessness or are living in unsafe or unsuitable housing. mytruenorthnow.com
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Construction
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Other type of event
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NT
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6110 Northwest Territories
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Yukon University has partnered with Whitehorse Chamber of Commerce to provide skills training and employment opportunities for students and graduates. The Small and Medium Enterprise Training and Development Program begins March 2023. The one-year certificate is offered with flexible classes and can be completed while working. cbc.ca
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Educational services
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Other type of event
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YT
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6010 Yukon Territory
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The federal government through CanNor is providing $210,900 to support three projects through innovation and diversification. The initiatives will help businesses, community organizations and Indigenous corporations with training, skills development and creating jobs for economic growth. canada.ca
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Job creation
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NT
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6110 Northwest Territories
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The NWT government through Environment and Natural Resources is projecting to collar 30 wolves this year. The project helps biologists track wolf numbers and migratory patterns in NWT. The project is expected to conclude in 2025. cbc.ca
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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Other type of event
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NT
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6110 Northwest Territories
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The federal government through CanNor is providing $300,000 to expand Arctic Eider Society's multi-purpose community research centre in Sanikiluaq. The Inuit organization is dedicated to support Becher Island's unique ecosystem for future generations and developing jobs related to culture and protecting the environment. canada.ca
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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Job creation
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NU
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6210 Nunavut
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Arctic Fresh Projects and Panorama Aviation are offering more affordable flights between communities to Nunavummiut. Currently flights go to Iglulik, Clyde River and Sanikiluaq, with the goal of expansion to more communities in upcoming years. nnsl.com
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Other type of event
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NU
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6210 Nunavut
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Team Power Solutions and STC Industrial Contracting announced a new manufacturing company, STCI Power Solutions, in Saskatoon. The company will supply custom power and controls products for the province’s mining and utility industry. teampowersolutions.ca
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Other type of event
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SK
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4730 Saskatoon-Biggar
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Lloydminster and District Co-op (Lloyd Co-op) announced construction of a new development in the city, which will house a car wash, a pet wash and a small convenience store. The construction is expected to commence in early 2023. Lloyd Co-op plans to open the facility in 2024 and employ up to 10 people. lloydminsterco-op.crs
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Other services (except public administration)
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Other type of event
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SK
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4750 Prince Albert
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Genesis Fertilizers has selected Belle Plaine as the site for its new urea fertilizer plant. The company is in the process of raising equity and debt capital for the $1.7 billion project. The proposed plant would support over 130 full time jobs when the production begins. genesisfertilizers.com
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Job creation
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SK
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4710 Regina-Moose Mountain
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The Regina Chamber of Commerce and FHQ Developments signed an agreement to increase Indigenous participation in the local economy. The agreement includes creation of networking opportunities for Indigenous people and development of Regina Indigenous business directory. ctvnews.ca
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Other type of event
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SK
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4710 Regina-Moose Mountain
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According to the provincial auditor, the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) will need to hire 137 more staff to run the new long-term care facility in LA Ronge by the end of 2024-25 fiscal year. SHA expects to begin building the new facility in spring 2023. larongenow.com
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Health care and social assistance
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Job creation
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SK
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4760 Northern
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The provincial and federal governments have announced $44 million in new grants for regulated childcare centres and homes. The funding will help offset inflation costs, buy winter play equipment, and support maintenance and repairs of centres. saskatchewan.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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Other type of event
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SK
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Saskatchewan
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The Regina Food Bank announced that it will be opening a second location in downtown Regina. The food back acquired the former Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Association building and is transforming it into a new facility. The current food bank location on Winnipeg Street will continue to operate and will still act as the shipping hub for the city. globalnews.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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Other type of event
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SK
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4710 Regina-Moose Mountain
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The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is adding 24.5 new full-time paramedics positions for Regina Emergency Medical Services. SHA will create the new positions over the next three month for two ambulances and two smaller paramedic response units. Additionally, two new EMS coordinators will be hired to support paramedics throughout the province. saskatchewan.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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Job creation
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SK
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4710 Regina-Moose Mountain
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SaskTel is planning to expand its 5G wireless network into the Battlefords area. The crown company expects most of Battleford and North Battleford will have access to the 5G network by summer 2023. The network expansion is part of SaskTel’s plan to invest $1.5 billion of capital across the province. sasktel.com
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Information and cultural industries
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Other type of event
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SK
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4730 Saskatoon-Biggar
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A new investment business, the Wiyotisiwin Investment Management Firm, has opened in Saskatoon. The Nekaneet First Nation and Meckelborg Financial Group collaborated to create the Indigenous-owned project. The firm aims to improve First Nation communities’ access to investors and capital funds. The company is hoping to have more Saskatchewan First Nations join as the project develops. globalnews.ca
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Finance and insurance
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Other type of event
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SK
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4730 Saskatoon-Biggar
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Glenboro Health Centre temporarily suspended emergency services due to staffing shortages. The health authority did not announce a timeline for services to resume. Prairie Mountain Health is actively recruiting physicians, nurses and health care staff for the region. ctvnews.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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Job creation
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MB
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4630 Southwest
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The provincial government is providing $7.1M toward integration supports for newcomers in 2023-2024. Of this, $3M is earmarked for the settlement agency Manitoba Start, and $4M is available for projects by other non-profits and service providers. winnipegfreepress.com
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Health care and social assistance
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Other type of event
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MB
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Manitoba
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Granola Heights, a five-storey multi-use development, is under construction in Winnipeg’s West Broadway neighbourhood. The project includes 28 units of affordable housing and 3,000 sq-ft. of commercial space, and is slated for completion in fall 2023. winnipegfreepress.com
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Construction
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Other type of event
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MB
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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The federal government is providing $363,000 towards Canadian Fossil Discovery Centre's new facilities and Dig Tour program. The centre anticipates increased tourism, following a trend of rising attendance. A paleontologist is being recruited to lead the Dig Tours in the spring. pembinavalleyonline.com
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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Job creation
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MB
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4620 South Central
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The Manitoba government is permanently increasing the budget for school divisions by $106M to support student learning and supports. There will be an additional 6.7% (approx. $100M) increase for the 2023-2024 school year for k-12 schools across all school divisions, including $62.9M in operating support. news.gov.mb.ca
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Educational services
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Other type of event
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MB
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Manitoba
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The Killarney-Turtle Mountain municipal government is hiring a recruiter to find two community physicians to fill vacancies that have been open since last spring. winnipegfreepress.com
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Health care and social assistance
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Job creation
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MB
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4630 Southwest
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The Søbr Market, a non-alcholic beverage business, has opened a brick-and-mortar shop in Winnipeg's Exchange District. The company has been selling its products online since last summer. winnipegfreepress.com
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Other type of event
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MB
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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Four new restaurants recently opened in Portage la Prairie. Taste of Spice, Benvenuto Pizzeria, Prairie Donair, and BarBURRITO all set up shop within two weeks of one another. portageonline.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Job creation
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MB
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4620 South Central
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Flair Airlines is adding routes to and from Winnipeg this year. Flights to Victoria, Kelowna, and London, Ont. are set to begin in June. The low-fare airline is also expanding the number of flights it offers from Winnipeg to Toronto, Vancouver, and Calgary. cbc.ca
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Other type of event
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MB
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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The B.C. government is providing $23.4M in funding through the Community Emergency Preparedness Fund to 49 Indigenous and local governments in the province, to support projects aimed at improving climate change resiliency. news.gov.bc.ca
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Other type of event
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BC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of BC
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The Government of Canada is providing $485,410 in funding for Community Futures North Okanagan to expand the Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot project in the Southern Interior of B.C., which aims to help smaller communities attract newcomers and provide settlement services and mentoring opportunities. canada.ca
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Other services (except public administration)
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Other type of event
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BC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5930 Thompson-Okanagan
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Cariboo Pulp and Paper, a pulp mill in Quesnel, announced plans to curtail operations in mid-April for a month and then for another month in the third quarter due to fibre supply challenges. westfraser.com
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Layoff
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BC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5950 Cariboo
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The BC Children’s Hospital in Vancouver has been approved to develop a new $222M Centre for Children and Youth Living with Health Complexity facility. Work on the new centre is expected to begin in 2025, with completion in 2028. dailyhive.com
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Health care and social assistance
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Other type of event
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BC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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The B.C. government is providing approximately $5M in funding through the Indigenous Resilience and Recovery Grant Initiative, to support 23 Indigenous-led non-profit organizations that deliver critical programs and services to individuals and families. news.gov.bc.ca
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Other services (except public administration)
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Other type of event
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BC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of BC
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The City of Fernie is planning to conduct a wildfire fuel management in the Ridgemont area to reduce the risk of wildfire to the community. The $185K jointly funded project is expected to be completed over an 8-week period beginning this month. thefreepress.ca
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Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5940 Kootenays
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The Oak Bay Library branch of the Greater Victoria Public Library will be closed for up to 12 weeks to remove asbestos. timescolonist.com
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Other services (except public administration)
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Other type of event
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BC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5910 Vancouver Island and Coast
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The City of Prince George will host the 2025 Special Olympics B.C. Summer Games. The event is expected to host around 1,100 athletes, 300 coaches and support staff. princegeorgecitizen.com
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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Other type of event
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BC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5950 Cariboo
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The B.C. government has implemented its Integrated Child and Youth teams in a number of smaller BC communities to provide new services and supports for children and youth facing mental-health and substance-use challenges. news.gov.bc.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of BC
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The B.C. government is providing nearly $170K in funding to support the development of a composting facility on Salt Spring Island, that will process the community’s organic materials. news.gov.bc.ca
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Utilities
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5910 Vancouver Island and Coast
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Kanaka Pizza permanently closed its pizza restaurant in Maple Ridge this month. dailyhive.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Layoff
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BC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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TransLink is planning to develop a new transit depot on 20-acres of vacant land in Vancouver, to provide operations, maintenance, and a parking hub for a future fleet of over 400 electric-battery buses. dailyhive.com
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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Sunnyside Elementary School, located in Surrey, has added ten new classrooms through a $11.4M project funded by the B.C. government. The project has enabled a 250-seat expansion and space for additional childcare services. news.gov.bc.ca
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Educational services
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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The B.C. government has provided approximately $2 million in funding to the Justice Institute of B.C., to expand its paramedic training programs for over 130 students in communities around the province news.gov.bc.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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Other type of event
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BC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of BC
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The Government of Canada is providing $46.5M in funding over five years to Ocean Networks Canada, an initiative of the University of Victoria, to support the enhancement of ocean monitoring systems for data collection and observation. canada.ca
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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Other type of event
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BC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of BC
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Cafe D’Lite Express, a Singaporean and Malaysian restaurant located at the Aberdeen Centre food court in Richmond, plans to permanently close in March. dailyhive.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Layoff
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BC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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The District of Kitimat will receive over $910K in joint funding through the Organics Infrastructure Program, to support the development of a new composting facility. The facility is expected to reduce waste and create jobs while improving soil health. news.gov.bc.ca
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Utilities
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5960 North Coast
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Skeena Sawmills Ltd. is indefinitely closing its sawmill and pellet plant in Terrace, B.C. on February 8, due to high operating costs from a combined lack of a secure fibre supply and weak markets. Over 150 employees are expected to be impacted, in addition to the mill’s logging contractors and other suppliers. terracestandard.com
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Layoff
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BC
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5960 North Coast
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Hudson's Bay, a Canadian department store, announced plans to permanently close its retail location at Londonderry Mall in Edmonton this August, due to market changes. ctvnews.ca
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Layoff
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AB
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4860 Edmonton
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The Government of Canada provided over $2.1M in funding to support six projects in the Fort McMurray - Wood Buffalo region and northern Alberta that focus on community revitalization, tourism and economic growth. The funding is expected to create over 50 jobs. canada.ca
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Other services (except public administration)
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Other type of event
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AB
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4880 Wood Buffalo-Cold Lake
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The Government of Alberta will provide $15M in funding to support low-income transit programs in 12 municipalities which aim to make public transit more accessible and affordable. alberta.ca
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Other type of event
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AB
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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Fahr Brewery, an Alberta-based brewery, is planning to develop a new 25,000 sq.ft. production facility this summer in Diamond Valley, which also includes a restaurant and event space. The new facility is estimated to create over 30 jobs. calgarysun.com
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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The Station on Jasper, a concert venue in Edmonton, permanently closed this month due to poor economic conditions. ctvnews.ca
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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Layoff
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AB
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4860 Edmonton
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The Operation Friendship Seniors Society, a drop-in program and rooming house for seniors in Edmonton, permanently closed this month due to financial difficulties from rising costs. globalnews.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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Layoff
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AB
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4860 Edmonton
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Honjin Izakaya , a new Japanese restaurant in Calgary, plans to open soon. dailyhive.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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5.85 million passengers travelled through Edmonton International Airport last year, an increase of 109% over 2021. Cargo volumes also increased by just over 7% from the previous year. edmontonsun.com
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AB
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4860 Edmonton
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The federal and provincial governments are providing more than $1.5M to improve existing trails and construct a new footbridge, lighting, and crosswalks throughout the Town of Penhold. The Government of Canada is investing $915,077 in this project through the Active Transportation Fund. The Town is contributing $610,051. rdnewsnow.com
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Construction
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4850 Red Deer
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Strathcona County is is allocating $1.17M in Social Framework Community Grants this year. The funds will support a variety of non-profit service organizations and social programs. strathcona.ca
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AB
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4860 Edmonton
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The Government of Alberta is allocating $5M to increase supports for students with disabilities. The funds will allow eligible schools to purchase new assistive technology as well as as to hire specialized professionals. alberta.ca
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Educational services
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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Canmore is experiencing a shortage of maternity staff, resulting in the temporary halting of obstetrics services at Canmore General Hospital. calgarysun.com
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AB
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4840 Banff-Jasper-Rocky Mountain House
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Louis Bull Tribe has signed a two-year agreement with the federal government, becoming the first Alberta First Nation to take control of its own child and family services. cbc.ca
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AB
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4860 Edmonton
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The federal government is providing $13M through the Rapid Housing Initiative to support projects in three southern Alberta Indigenous communities. Forty-four new homes will be constructed and four others renovated at O’Chiese First Nation, Goodstoney First Nation, and Chiniki First Nation. cmhc-schl.gc.ca
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Construction
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AB
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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Hudson's Bay, a Canadian department store, announced plans to permanently close its retail location in Banff this August, due to market changes. ctvnews.ca
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Layoff
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AB
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4840 Banff-Jasper-Rocky Mountain House
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Big Box Outlet Store, a BC-based liquidator store, opened a new location in Edmonton this month. dailyhive.com
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Feb 06 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4860 Edmonton
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P.E.I.'s Aquabounty will no longer be producing genetically-engineered salmon for market, but will continue to farm brood stock and harvest eggs. The change will not result in any layoffs for the 37 staff at the facilities in Rollo Bay or Bay Fortune. cbc.ca
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PE
Fri Feb 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1110 Prince Edward Island
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P.E.I. will receive an additional $48M in federal health care spending next year, as part of the new health care deal unveiled this week. The premier states that the province will spend about $1B in total on health care next year. cbc.ca
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PE
Fri Feb 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1110 Prince Edward Island
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Port Charlottetown is expecting a record-breaking season in 2023, with 91 ships, and over 150,000 passengers and 63,000 crew arriving. The Island’s cruise industry had a $42.2M economic impact in 2019 and 2023 is expected to surpass that in passengers. ctvnews.ca
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PE
Fri Feb 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1110 Prince Edward Island
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P.E.I. real estate agents state that the commercial real estate market is starting to stabilize, but is still faced with a limited number of properties. Charlottetown has a shortage of commercial properties, but has high demand coupled with high rent. cbc.ca
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Real estate and rental and leasing
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PE
Fri Feb 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1110 Prince Edward Island
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Statistic Canada's census of agriculture, shows that P.E.I. lost 12.3% of its farmland between 2016 and 2021, a big jump compared to the average loss of 3.6% over the previous three censuses. It is believed to be due to suburban growth and development. cbc.ca
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PE
Fri Feb 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1110 Prince Edward Island
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The Kari ride-booking app has seen more growth and popularity on the Island than originally anticipated, providing 1500-1800 rides a week and has successfully attracted drivers. The pandemic has impacted the taxi industry, who struggle to find drivers. cbc.ca
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PE
Fri Feb 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1110 Prince Edward Island
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There is a growing concern over the level of care being provided by private long-term care homes on P.E.I. There is a long wait-list and many facilities are understaffed. Private care workers are paid $12-$19/hr, while public care workers make $21-$22/hr. cbc.ca
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PE
Fri Feb 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1110 Prince Edward Island
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The N.S. Government has announced $75,000 in funding the Municipality of Shelburne to support efforts to recruit and retain healthcare professionals, through its new $2M Office of Healthcare Professionals Recruitment Community Fund. novascotia.ca
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NS
Fri Feb 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1240 Southern Nova Scotia
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The N.S. Government has announced a new $500k Abattoir Enrichment and Efficiency program for licensed abattoirs and meat processors to help upgrade their facilities and grow the local food sector. The application deadline for this year is February 28. novascotia.ca
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NS
Fri Feb 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Nova Scotia
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The Halifax Regional Municipality has approved plans to build sidewalks for 17 rural communities over the next 10 years. Projects could also include paved shoulders and multi-use pathways. The first five projects could cost between $4-$19M for the city. cbc.ca
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Construction
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NS
Fri Feb 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1250 Halifax
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The N.S. Government has approved a green hydrogen project for Point Tupper to produce hydrogen powered by renewable electricity from local wind-energy suppliers. EverWind Fuels Company plans to begin operations at the former NuStar oil and gas storage facility in Point Tupper by 2025. cbc.ca
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NS
Fri Feb 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1210 Cape Breton
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A 10-year, $196B federal health-care plan recently proposed by the Federal Government promises an influx of about $46.2B in new funding for the provinces and territories to improve struggling medical systems. This would amount to an additional $102M a year in immediate federal health funding for N.S. cbc.ca
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NS
Fri Feb 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Nova Scotia
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The N.S. Government has announced $61,343 in funding The Yarmouth Region Medical Professional Recruitment Partnership to support efforts to recruit and retain healthcare professionals in Yarmouth, through its new $2M Office of Healthcare Professionals Recruitment Community Fund. novascotia.ca
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NS
Fri Feb 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1240 Southern Nova Scotia
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The N.S. Government has purchased an unfinished hotel in Bedford for $34M from Cresco Holdings Ltd. to convert it into a transitional care unit for some Halifax area hospital patients. The property has been under construction since 2019 and was to be a Marriott-branded hotel. cbc.ca
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NS
Fri Feb 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1250 Halifax
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Over half of the long-term nursing homes in N.S. can now provide increased hours of daily care (4.1 hours) for their residents as a result of staffing level increases stemming from $25.1M in recent funding. 1,000 people will be graduating from continuing care assistant programs in the next 6 months. cbc.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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Job creation
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NS
Fri Feb 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Nova Scotia
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New/Coming Soon: Guitar Central (Halifax), Sunny Fresh Market (Bedford), Freak Lunchbox (Dartmouth), PetValu (Timberlea); Closures: Rugova Pizza (Halifax). retales.ca
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NS
Fri Feb 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1250 Halifax
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Cape Breton University faculty members have ratified a new contract, ending a 12-day strike in Sydney. The agreement includes a nearly 9% salary increase over 3 years, along with room for annual bonuses. The contract affects librarians, archivists, lab instructors, nursing practice educators and research chairs. cbc.ca
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NS
Fri Feb 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1210 Cape Breton
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The NS Government is increasing the minimum wage, currently at $13.60/hour, to $14.50 on April 1 and then to $15 on October 1, 6 months earlier than scheduled. It will also increase annually based on the national consumer price index plus 1%, effective April 1, 2024. novascotia.ca
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NS
Fri Feb 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Nova Scotia
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The N.S. film and TV industry is anticipating another banner production season. It has rebounded in large part to increases in the N.S. Film and TV Production Incentive Fund which has been topped up to $41M to meet growing demand and the creation of a $15M N.S. Content Creator Fund productions in 2022. cbc.ca
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Information and cultural industries
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NS
Fri Feb 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Nova Scotia
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N.S. exported $2.5B in seafood in 2021, an increase of 21% from five years ago. The N.S. Fisheries Loan Board has seen increasing demand from new entrants, making up 38% of the applications approved in the 2021-22 fiscal year, and trending even higher year-to-date for 2022-23 at 42.4%. cbc.ca
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Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
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NS
Fri Feb 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Nova Scotia
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New estimates released by the Canada-N.L. Offshore Petroleum Board reveal that the recoverable oil linked to Equinor's Bay du Nord project is now 1 billion barrels, doubling prior estimates. If approved, it is expected to create 16,000 person-years of employment during the field’s life span. cbc.ca
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Mining and oil and gas extraction
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NL
Fri Feb 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1010 Avalon Peninsula
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The N.L. government is planning a new 30-bed emergency shelter in downtown St. John's to help address homelessness and relieve some pressure from the emergency shelter system. The request for proposals asking companies or registered non-profits to submit bids closes Feb. 20. cbc.ca
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Construction
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NL
Fri Feb 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1010 Avalon Peninsula
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A 10-year, $196B federal health-care plan recently proposed by the Federal Government promises an influx of about $46.2B in new funding for the provinces and territories to improve struggling medical systems. This would amount to an additional $100M a year in immediate federal health funding for N.L. cbc.ca
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NL
Fri Feb 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Newfoundland and Labrador
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RCMP in N.L. have been struggling to fill 30 vacant positions and have introduced measures to entice new recruits, and attract experienced officers from other police services in the country. There is currently an 8% vacancy rate among the RCMP in N.L. with staffing of about 470 officers across its 42 detachments. cbc.ca
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Public administration
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NL
Fri Feb 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Newfoundland and Labrador
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New federal funding is expected to add $229M to New Brunswick’s health-care system this year. Health-care organizations say the priority should be to address recruitment and retention issues. globalnews.ca
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NB
Fri Feb 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of New Brunswick
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The Agricultural Alliance of New Brunswick (AANB) has launched a new agricultural job bank on its AgriNB website, to help connect employers with job seekers in New Brunswick. It is hoped the site will help bridge the labour shortage gap. charlottefm.ca
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NB
Fri Feb 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of New Brunswick
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ArtsLink NB received over $300K in funding to support programs that help artists learn how to develop a successful business. The arts sector contributes almost $550M to the provincial economy and the success of professional artists can lead to more jobs. charlottefm.ca
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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NB
Fri Feb 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of New Brunswick
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NB Liquor and Cannabis NB report an increase in sales during the third quarter. Cannabis NB sales increased by 5% and its net income jumped by 21.5% to $4.8M. NB Liquor sales rose 1.8% and its net income increased by 9.2% to $54M. thewave.ca
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NB
Fri Feb 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of New Brunswick
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Fredericton’s Educated Beards has expanded its global reach into Poland and South Africa, and has also invested in new production equipment, which is expected to increase its scale from about 39,000 units per 20 calendar days to about 900,000. today
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NB
Fri Feb 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1340 Fredericton-Oromocto
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W.E. Acres Crabmeal Ltd., a seafood processing plant in Portage, N.B., was totally destroyed in a fire this month. Four workers were in the plant at the time, with two suffering minor burns. The building produces fertilizer and animal feed. ctvnews.ca
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Layoff
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NB
Fri Feb 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1320 Moncton-Richibucto
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The city of Miramichi will receive $13.3M in funding, which will go toward 49 housing units over three projects on Waterfront Dr., Wellington and Water Street. Each building will have affordable units and will help vulnerable members of the community. cbc.ca
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Construction
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NB
Fri Feb 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1310 Campbellton-Miramichi
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The Timay & Fils Garage in Edmundston was destroyed from a fire, which was a challenge to fight due to extremely cold temperatures. It is unknown how many employees are impacted. cbc.ca
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Other services (except public administration)
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Layoff
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NB
Fri Feb 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1350 Edmundston-Woodstock
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Pisciculture Acadienne, an aquaculture farm in northern N.B. , has lost 95% of its Arctic char after weather caused a power outage at the facility. It took the company two years to build its inventory and has told its five staff it may have to close. cbc.ca
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Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
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Layoff
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NB
Fri Feb 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1310 Campbellton-Miramichi
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The N.B. Maple Syrup Association is waiting to hear from the province about its request for additional land, so the industry can increase its production. The maple syrup producers want to expand after having a record-breaking year in 2022. charlottefm.ca
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Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
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NB
Fri Feb 03 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of New Brunswick
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The NWT government has restored funding for the Arctic Energy Alliance, which resumes rebates for electric vehicle purchases. With combined federal and territorial incentives, buyers can obtain up to $10,000 off electric vehicles and up to $500 for home charging stations. nnsl.com
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NT
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6110 Northwest Territories
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The NWT and Indigenous governments promoted the territory’s mineral resource, exploration and development sector at the Association for Mineral Exploration Roundup in Vancouver. NWT currently has six critical mineral projects and has half of Canada’s 31 critical minerals. www.gov.nt.ca
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Mining and oil and gas extraction
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NT
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6110 Northwest Territories
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The federal and Yukon governments are implementing the Extended Producer Responsibility model, a recycling program that puts the financial responsibility on companies that produce waste in the territory. Yukon is committed to fulfil this plan by 2025. cbc.ca
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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YT
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6010 Yukon Territory
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Due to an absence of half of the operating room staff available, the Yukon Hospital Corporation has postponed 150 elective surgeries to April or May. The impacted surgeries were originally scheduled between February 13 and March 31. cbc.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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YT
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6010 Yukon Territory
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The federal and Yukon governments provided $16M to Safe At Home Society to purchase Northern Vision Development's hotel and provide 20 temporary housing from mid-February to June. There are also plans to provide 60 units to Indigenous people, women and youth. cbc.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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Job creation
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YT
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6010 Yukon Territory
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After intitially closing in the 1980's, Pine Point, NWT could have a fully operational lead and zinc mine within the next five years with 450 employees. Pine Point Mining Limited plans to begin construction in 2026, after conducting a feasability study this year. cbc.ca
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Mining and oil and gas extraction
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Job creation
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NT
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6110 Northwest Territories
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The federal government and the GNWT announced $14 million in joint funding for the rehabilitation of the Inuvik to Tuktoyaktuk Highway. Funding will go to improvements that will increase road safety and reliability. The highway is critical to ensure residents have access to essential services and also improves access to the north for the tourism industry. canada.ca
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NT
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6110 Northwest Territories
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The federal government is earmarking $25M over 5 years towards Qikiqtani Inuit Association's mine-focused Inuit training program to all 13 Qikiqtani communities. The Qikiqtani Skills and Training for Employment Partnership hopes to increase Inuit employment with certified and transferrable skills. nunavutnews.com
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Mining and oil and gas extraction
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Job creation
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NU
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6210 Nunavut
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The City of Iqaluit is contracting EnGlobe Corp. for $23,669 to perform a virtual site inspection and to later write the tender for a call for proposals to construction companies to bid on the repair work to fix Arnaitok Arena’s lobby and washroom. The arena repairs are expected to be completed this summer. This work is part of the $300,000 set aside in the capital plan for repairs. nunatsiaq.com
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Construction
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Job creation
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NU
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6210 Nunavut
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Postmedia is closing its StarPhoenix building in Saskatoon and transitioning employees to working remotely. The company is also closing its Saskatoon print facility and moving printing operations to Estevan, resulting in layoffs. globalnews.ca
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Information and cultural industries
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Layoff
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SK
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4730 Saskatoon-Biggar
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A local café, Drift Saskatoon, has closed on January 29. Junior Cafe coffee shop will expand into the first floor of the former Drift Saskatoon building. ctvnews.ca
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Accommodation and food services
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SK
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4730 Saskatoon-Biggar
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The Government of Saskatchewan is providing over $5.5M to help create over 550 new post-secondary training seats for 18 health care programs. The funding will increase programs capacity in the province and reserve seats for Saskatchewan students in highly specialized programs in other provinces. saskatchewan.ca
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SK
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Saskatchewan
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Saskatchewan is experiencing a shortage of veterinary professionals. Some clinics in the province are reducing their working hours due to staffing issues. The University of Saskatchewan has recently expanded its class sizes from 78 to 88 veterinary students and is looking into ways to further expand the program to address the increasing demand. cbc.ca
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SK
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Saskatchewan
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The Government of Saskatchewan is providing $500,000, as part of its Targeted Sector Support Initiative, for 15 new municipal projects. The initiative covers up to 75% of cost for projects focused on promoting good governance, capacity building and regional co-operation. saskatchewan.ca
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SK
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Saskatchewan
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La Ronge council allotted $21,000 in grants to six community groups involved in education, animal rescue, and the arts. The 2023 municipal grant program will allot $42,000 in total. larongenow.com
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SK
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4760 Northern
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Hall Lake celebrated the grand opening of an education centre and a cultural site in the community. The Elder Kate Hamilton Adult Education Center will be a permanent space for various training. The Uwasisuk Nekan Cultural Site will help teach cultural traditions such as hunting, snowshoe making, and hide preparation. larongenow.com
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SK
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4760 Northern
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Evraz North America will be temporarily laying off over 100 workers at its pipe mill in Regina in February. The company cites the reason for layoffs is low production demand due to cheap imports. cbc.ca
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Layoff
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SK
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4710 Regina-Moose Mountain
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The Government of Saskatchewan and Sask Pork announced $1M in funding to support the creation of a cull line at the new sow processing facility in Moose Jaw. The specialized cull line will be used in the event of a serious animal disease outbreak. Donald’s Fine Foods is currently building the facility. saskatchewan.ca
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SK
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Saskatchewan
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Women Building Futures is collaborating with BHP Group Limited to offer a new course in Saskatoon. The course aims to give women the hands-on experience they need for a long-term career in the mining industry. BHP made the program free for participants and is offering a minimum wage for students to support them during the training. northeastnow.com
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Mining and oil and gas extraction
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SK
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4730 Saskatoon-Biggar
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An Indigenous software company, PLATO, is recruiting in Prince Albert for its Software Tester Training Program. The company expects to create 25 new jobs in the area for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit applicants. Following the training, PLATO ensures full-time well-paying jobs for successful graduates. sasknow.com
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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SK
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4750 Prince Albert
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South East Cornerstone Public School Division is facing a shortage of bus drivers. In 2022, 438 full days and 108 half days routes were canceled due to a lack of substitute drivers. There are currently unfilled bus driver positions for two routes in Oxbow and Oungre. More routes may halt in the future, as the current roster of bus drivers retire. sasktoday.ca
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SK
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4710 Regina-Moose Mountain
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The federal and provincial governments announced $19.7M in joint funding for 25 infrastructure projects in the province, including the construction of new facilities at the Land-based Learning Centre of the First Nations University of Canada, improvements to Estevan’s Leisure Centre, and projects in rural areas. canada.ca
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SK
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Saskatchewan
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The federal and provincial governments announced $6M for livestock and forage research in Saskatchewan, provided through the Agriculture Development Fund. The fund will support 34 new research projects in 2023. Seven industry co-founders provided additional $288K towards 12 research projects. canada.ca
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SK
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Saskatchewan
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Steinbach-based software company RocketRez plans to increase staffing by about 50% this year. The company currently employs about 60 people, including 35 in Steinbach. Its clients are tourism attractions such as aquariums and theme parks. winnipegfreepress.com
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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MB
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4610 Southeast
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The provincial government is accepting applications for its Manitoba Accessibility Fund. Businesses, organizations, schools, and non-profits can receive up to $50,000 for initiatives that remove barriers for people with disabilities. news.gov.mb.ca
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MB
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Manitoba
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The provincial government is allocating $100M to water and wastewater projects in eight communities. These include Portage la Prairie, Morden, Brandon, Winkler, Letellier, Powerview-Pine Falls, and the rural municipalities of Springfield and St. Francois-Xavier. news.gov.mb.ca
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Construction
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MB
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Manitoba
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Over three million passengers flew through Winnipeg’s Richardson International Airport in 2022. This total was 2.5 times higher than the previous year, but still well below the 4.5 million people who flew in and out of the airport in 2019. cbc.ca
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MB
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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The City of Winnipeg earmarked $180,000 from a federal grant for local tree-planting efforts. Community groups can apply for up to $20,000 for tree-planting projects, with preference given to those who work with underserved communities or in higher poverty areas. winnipegfreepress.com
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MB
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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The Government of Manitoba is opening a new K-8 school in Winnipeg’s Waverly West neighbourhood. The $32M Bison Run School, which can accommodate up to 800 students, opens at the end of January. news.gov.mb.ca
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Educational services
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MB
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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The Southern Chiefs' Organization is launching a land-based healing fund, providing up to $25,000 to projects that address problematic substance use. Community-led initiatives from member nations and organizations are eligible for the funding. scoinc.mb.ca
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MB
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Manitoba
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Manitoba health and immigration officials will visit the Philippines in February in an effort to recruit hundreds of internationally educated nurses to work in the province. Preference will be given to those with at least two years experience in acute or long-term care. cbc.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Manitoba
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The Government of Manitoba is spending $893,000 to open a Rapid Access to Addictions Medicine clinic at Winnipeg’s Aboriginal Health and Wellness Centre. The Indigenous-led clinic will open this spring, offering up to 2,300 patient visits per year. news.gov.mb.ca
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Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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The federal government is providing $3.3M for upgrades to Winnipeg’s Mount Carmel Clinic. The expansion will include new programming space as well as an energy efficiency retrofit. winnipegfreepress.com
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Construction
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MB
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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A new nightclub, Club 1202, has opened in Brandon. The establishment is the city’s first sober bar, which offers only alcohol-free beverages and is open to all ages. cbc.ca
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Accommodation and food services
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MB
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4630 Southwest
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A Maze in Corn, the world's largest snow maze, has opened for the season just south of Winnipeg. About 65 staff work at the attraction, which has recently expanded with support from the Tourism Innovation and Recovery Fund. winnipegfreepress.com
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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MB
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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Castle View Developments recently acquired an acreage near Pelican Lake and is planning to create an overnight destination for weddings, camping, and corporate retreats. The $30M project would be among the largest developments in the area. winnipegfreepress.com
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Accommodation and food services
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MB
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4630 Southwest
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St. Louis Bar and Grill, a Canadian sports bar chain, is opening locations in Brandon and Winnipeg. bdnmb.ca
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Accommodation and food services
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Job creation
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MB
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4630 Southwest
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Manitoba Hydro is planning to build a new distribution supply centre north of Altona. Construction is scheduled to begin this spring or summer and the project should be operational by the fall. pembinavalleyonline.com
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Construction
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MB
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4610 Southeast
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The Maritime Museum of B.C., located in Victoria, has received a $17K grant from the Federal government, to support the purchase of a large-format scanner, which aims to digitalize collections and exhibits for the public. timescolonist.com
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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BC
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5910 Vancouver Island and Coast
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The governments of Canada and B.C. provided $140K in funding to the Parksville and District Chamber of Commerce, to support the delivery of the Prep Chef Certificate program by North Island College. The program aims to support occupational training and work experience for individuals interested hospitality careers. pqbnews.com
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Educational services
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BC
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5910 Vancouver Island and Coast
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The Town of Sidney is seeking to provide $10M over the next 10 years to improve active transportation networks, including sidewalks, bike paths, and trails. The project is currently awaiting community feedback. timescolonist.com
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BC
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5910 Vancouver Island and Coast
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The B.C. government is providing $3M in funding to support the launch of the Passenger Transportation Accessibility Program, which aims to offset the extra costs that taxi owner-operators face in providing wheelchair-accessible vehicles. news.gov.bc.ca
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BC
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of BC
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The governments of Canada and B.C. are providing $5.2M in joint funding to Foresight Canada, which aims to use the funding to establish the BC Net Zero Innovation Network and drive the development of clean technology solutions B.C.’s forestry, mining, and water sectors. The project is expected to create over 240 new jobs. canada.ca
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of BC
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The City of Terrace is seeking funding for roadway improvements for Lanfear Hill in Terrace, including new transportation pathways for pedestrians, cyclist, and vehicles. terracestandard.com
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Construction
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BC
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5960 North Coast
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Canfor Corporation, a BC-based forest products company, announced plans to temporarily close its sawmill in Houston this spring for an extended period, to facilitate a major redevelopment project. canfor.com
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Layoff
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BC
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5970 Nechako
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Western Forest Products announced the closure this month of its Alberni-Pacific Division facility, located in Port Alberni, British Columbia. The mill, which employs over 100 workers, has been curtailed since last fall due to weak lumber markets. cbc.ca
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Layoff
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BC
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5910 Vancouver Island and Coast
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The governments of Canada, B.C., and Fort St. James have provided $8M in joint funding to support the development of 36 new rental units for low and fixed-income seniors in in Fort St. James. Construction is expected to be complete by summer 2023. cmhc-schl.gc.ca
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Construction
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5970 Nechako
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Petpls Café & Supply, a new café and pet retail store in Richmond, opened in January. dailyhive.com
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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The governments of B.C. and Canada provided $540K in joint funding to four BC-based companies, to support projects focused on food security and innovation in agriculture. The funding is expected to create over 30 full-time jobs. news.gov.bc.ca
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Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of BC
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Katsuya, a Japanese chain restaurant, permanently closed its Vancouver location in January. dailyhive.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Layoff
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BC
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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Wildlight Kitchen + Bar opened its new restaurant location in Vancouver this February. dailyhive.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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Family Place, childcare centre that can accommodate 36 children on Mayne Island, opened this month. The project received approximately $1.3M in joint funding from the Government of Canada and B.C, through the ChildCareBC New Spaces Fund. news.gov.bc.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5910 Vancouver Island and Coast
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The B.C. government is providing $30M in funding to Island Health, to support the improvement of health-care services, including emergency care, in Port Hardy and the Mount Waddington region. news.gov.bc.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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BC
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5910 Vancouver Island and Coast
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The B.C. government is providing over $350K to Self Rise Training Society in Surrey, to support occupational training and work experience for about 15 eligible individuals interested in becoming medical laboratory assistants in the Lower Mainland. news.gov.bc.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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BC
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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The Government of Canada is providing $500K in funding to iFood Packaging Systems Corporation, a BC-based company that aims to develop innovative solutions to improve food safety and plant health. canada.ca
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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BC
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of BC
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Canfor Corporation, a BC-based forest products company, announced plans to permanently close its sawmill and pellet plant in Chetwyn, due to limited long-term fibre supply. canfor.com
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Layoff
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BC
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5980 Northeast
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The Government of Canada and B.C. announced plans to install up to 50 earthquake early warning sensors in high seismic risk areas by 2024, to strengthen emergency readiness infrastructure for coastal communities. canada.ca
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of BC
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The Government of Canada provided over $800K in funding to support Safi Enterprises Inc., a BC-based company which aims to research and develop conversion systems for organic waste, known as biomass, that can serve rural and Indigenous communities. canada.ca
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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BC
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of BC
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The Government of Canada is providing approximately $39 million over three years, starting in 2023, to support proposals from Indigenous-led organizations and groups that aim to advance Indigenous early learning and childcare programs. canada.ca
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Educational services
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BC
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of BC
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888 Caffe Express, a café located in Vancouver, announced plans to permanently close this February. dailyhive.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Layoff
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BC
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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The B.C. government announced plans to build a new Plant and Animal Health Centre in the Fraser Valley, to provide laboratory services to the province’s agricultural and veterinary sectors. The business plan is expected to be completed in late 2023. news.gov.bc.ca
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Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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Garmin Canada is expected to add more than 200 jobs in an expansion to its Canadian headquarters in Cochrane. Garmin employs a diverse team of software, electrical, and mechanical engineers. cochranenow.com
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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Westbridge Renewable Energy Corporation is moving forward with the Red Willow solar energy project located in Stettler County No. 6. The project, currently making its way through stakeholder consultations and the regulatory process, will consist of a solar array on private land and a battery energy storage system. newswire.ca
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Utilities
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AB
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4820 Camrose-Drumheller
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The provincial and federal governments have agreed on funding for further subsidized, private childcare spaces that is expected to add up to 22,500 additional for-profit childcare spaces over the next three years. The province will be working with operators to finalize the details for opening up the private spaces. edmontonjournal.com
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Health care and social assistance
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AB
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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Calgary-based Eavor Technologies Inc., a global geothermal energy company, has received a follow-on investment of $10M from bp Ventures after successfully completing a geothermal demonstration project in New Mexico. Helmerich & Payne, Inc., a US-based drilling technology company, has also increased investment in Eavor, bringing its total to $10.2M. globenewswire.com
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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AB
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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The City of Calgary has launched the Clean Energy Improvement Program to help homeowners fund energy efficient upgrades to their property. Homeowners can qualify for a loan of up to $50,000 to cover the cost of upgrades including solar panels, more efficient heating and hot water sytems and lighting. calgaryherald.com
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Construction
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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Obsidian Energy Ltd. is planning a 2023 capital program for development and exploration of $260M to $270M that includes drilling 40 production wells and six exploration/ appraisal wells. An additional $26M to $28M is planned for decommissioning expenditures. newsfilecorp.com
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Mining and oil and gas extraction
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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X-Energy is establishing an office in Alberta and working with Invest Alberta towards the construction of small modular nuclear reactors. X-energy estimates that the delivery of a four-unit plant in Alberta would create up to 3,800 full-time jobs, most of which would be located in Alberta. Direct and indirect jobs would include local contractors, service providers, supply chain and trades. businesswire.com
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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AB
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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The 4th Meridian Brewing Company is hiring staff as it looks to expand its operations in Lloydminster to a new facility. 4th Meridian is planning to add craft beer brands from Ribstone Creek brewing following the purchase of all Ribstone's assets, brands and recipes. meridiansource.ca
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4820 Camrose-Drumheller
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Evraz North America will be laying off approximately 30 workers at the company's pipe mill in Camrose as part of a larger layoff across the company. The layoffs are temporary and employees have recall rights. cbc.ca
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Layoff
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AB
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4820 Camrose-Drumheller
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WalmartCanada is hiring for more than 200 positions in Edmonton this month, including opticians, department managers, and merchandising store associates. In addition to Walmart's announcement, numerous other employers including municipal governments, engineering firms and post-secondary institutions in the greater Edmonton area are hiring for a variety of technical and non-technical positions. dailyhive.com
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AB
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4860 Edmonton
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The University of Alberta and Amii (Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute) are planning to recruit 20 new researchers in artificial intelligence at the U of A. Amii is investing $30M over the next five years in support of the initiative, with a special focus on next-generation science in health, energy, and Indigenous initiatives in health and humanities. ualberta.ca
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4860 Edmonton
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Maximum Hearing, a hearing aid retailer with stores in Hanna and Three Hills, has opened a new location in Drumheller. drumhelleronline.com
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4820 Camrose-Drumheller
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The Government of Alberta is providing $1.8M over three years to Oxford House in Calgary to support medical detoxification and residential addiction pre-treatment housing. The funding will create 240 additional recovery spaces annually. alberta.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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The Calgary Board of Education and Kindred Connections Society will place up to 12 counsellors in targeted schools over the next several months thanks to $2.4M over two years from Alberta Education’s mental health pilot project. calgaryherald.com
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Health care and social assistance
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AB
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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The Government of Alberta is providing $5M to the City of Calgary and the Calgary Downtown Association to support projects that will further revitalize the city’s downtown core and also address concerns around safety in the area. alberta.ca
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Public administration
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AB
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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Lloydminster Co-operative is building a new car wash that includes both automatic and wand wash bays, a pet wash, and a small convenience store. Construction is expected to start in early 2023 with the opening planned in 2024. mylloydminsternow.com
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Construction
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4820 Camrose-Drumheller
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FreshCo has opened a discount grocery store in Red Deer in the former Sobeys-owned downtown Safeway, which closed its doors in April 2022. reddeeradvocate.com
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4850 Red Deer
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The Government of Alberta is providing the City of Edmonton with $4M to invest in the city’s downtown core. The government is also providing $1M to support the Edmonton Downtown Business Association’s marketing initiatives to attract people and businesses. alberta.ca
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Public administration
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AB
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4860 Edmonton
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Th Government of Alberta is providing $46.3M to modernize the Bellerose Composite High School in St. Albert. The modernization plans to add permanent classroom space and also address the school’s leaky roof, overheated classrooms, outdated bathrooms, and aging portables. stalbertgazette.com
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Construction
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4860 Edmonton
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Sport Chek and its partner company Atmosphere are closing their location in Edmonton City Centre Mall effective March 12, 2023. The company did not disclose a reason for the closure or any information about a potential relocation of the store. edmontonjournal.com
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Layoff
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AB
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4860 Edmonton
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Edmonton-based Nanoprecise Sci Corp is planning to expand further in the United States and is starting to enter the European market following a recent US$10M funding round. Nanoprecise, which uses artificial intelligence and IoT (Internet of Things) technology to improve the efficiency of industrial equipment, has customers in more than 30 countries, with about 30% of it’s business in India. news
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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AB
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4860 Edmonton
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The Government of Alberta and Athabasca University (AU) have reached a funding agreement pledging to bring about 30 more jobs to the town where the school is headquartered, within three years. universityaffairs.ca
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Educational services
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4870 Athabasca-Grande Prairie-Peace River
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The Government of Alberta is seeking proponents to develop hydrogen fuelling stations owned and operated by the private sector. The expression of interest is focused on the heavy-duty transportation sectors because they are the most likely to be early adopters of hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles. alberta.ca
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Construction
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AB
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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Imperial Oil Ltd. is going ahead with a $720M project to build a renewable diesel facility at its Strathcona refinery near Edmonton. It will be the largest facility of its kind in Canada upon its expected completion in 2025. The project will create about 600 direct construction jobs. edmontonjournal.com
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Construction
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4860 Edmonton
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Lethbridge College is offering the Introduction to the Trades Dual Credit Pathway Program. As part of the program, students review theory online and then visit the Lethbridge College campus for hands-on training in 12 different trades under the direction of the Centre for Trades faculty. lethbridgenewsnow.com
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Educational services
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AB
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4810 Lethbridge-Medicine Hat
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The Government of Alberta is providing $1M to explore the development of two regional medical training centres in Grande Prairie and Lethbridge. The funds will be used by the University of Alberta, University of Calgary, University of Lethbridge and Northwestern Polytechnic to support collaborative planning. alberta.ca
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Educational services
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AB
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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Plant Plus, which produces compostable straws using a novel plant-fibre polymer, is planning to boost production by a factor of eight after it moves to an upgraded facility in the Edmonton region. The new site is expected to be operational in June 2023. news
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AB
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4860 Edmonton
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Bistro 1882, a restaurant in Okotoks, is permanently closing at the end of February 2023 after 12 years of operation. okotoksonline.com
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Accommodation and food services
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AB
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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Duchesne et Fils, a building materials manufacturer in Yamachiche, is looking to hire around 20 people to join 202 current employees journaldequebec.com (available in French only)
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Job creation
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QC
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2470 Mauricie
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The Ville de Sept-Îles invested $5M in repairing Napoléon Street macotenord.com (available in French only)
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Construction
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QC
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2480 Côte-Nord
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The Société des traversiers du Québec (STQ) invested $4,346,230 in acquiring a hovercraft to connect Pakua Shipi, an Innu community, to the village of Saint-Augustin macotenord.com (available in French only)
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QC
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2480 Côte-Nord
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The “Charlevoix au boulot” job fair will take place at the Domaine Forget in Saint-Irénée on April 15 lecharlevoisien.com (available in French only)
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Job creation
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QC
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2420 Capitale-Nationale
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Énergie Cardio, a fitness centre chain, announced that its Joliette location will close due to 17 months of being shut down during the pandemic laction.com (available in French only)
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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Layoff
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QC
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2450 Lanaudière
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Restaurant Bar Mario Tremblay in Alma invested $650,000 in modernizing the establishment’s kitchen. Work will begin on February 13 and be complete on March 6. lelacstjean.com (available in French only)
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Accommodation and food services
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QC
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2475 Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean
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Petit Brûlé, an ecological farm in Rigaud, invested $6M in building a glass greenhouse that will be complete in April. The Government of Quebec invested $1.35M in the project, which will create around 30 jobs in addition to 20 existing positions. viva-media.ca (available in French only)
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Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
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Job creation
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QC
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2435 Montérégie
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Centre du Rasoir, a business that sells and repairs small kitchen appliances, announced that its Drummondville location will close due to supply issues and the labour shortage vingt55.ca (available in French only)
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Layoff
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QC
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2433 Centre-du-Québec
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Archambault, a musical instruments, books, and games business, will close its store on Berri Street in Montréal in June. As a result, 34 employees will be laid off, though they will be able to apply at other locations owned by the company ctvnews.ca
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Layoff
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QC
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2440 Montréal
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Canots Nor-West, a canoe manufacturer in Prévost, was destroyed by a fire on January 31, resulting in the loss of about 15 jobs journaldemontreal.com (available in French only)
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Layoff
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QC
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2455 Laurentides
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The regional county municipality (RCM) of Vallée-de-la-Gatineau invested over $1.5M in building a tourism kiosk in Grand-Remous. The project is scheduled to begin in the spring and be complete in the fall. infodelavallee.ca (available in French only)
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Public administration
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QC
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2460 Outaouais
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The Cégep de Sept-Îles received a $4.4M subsidy from the provincial government to offer training in the railway sector macotenord.com (available in French only)
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Educational services
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QC
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2480 Côte-Nord
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CONFORMiT, a company in Saguenay specializing in computer systems design for occupational health and safety, is looking to hire 20 people to join 75 current employees informeaffaires.com (available in French only)
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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Job creation
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QC
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2475 Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean
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Hellrazr, a barbecue manufacturer in Drummondville, announced that it is closing due to bankruptcy and that its 13 employees will be laid off journalexpress.ca (available in French only)
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Layoff
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QC
Mon Jan 30 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2433 Centre-du-Québec
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Health P.E.I.’s CEO is concerned about how it will free up doctors to teach at the proposed medical school at UPEI, due to the Island’s doctor shortage. The intent is to complete construction of the medical school in time for students to begin by fall 2024. cbc.ca
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PE
Fri Jan 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1110 Prince Edward Island
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A CMHC report states that P.E.I.'s apartment vacancy rate dropped to 0.8% in October 2022. The Island has seen increased demand for housing as its population grows from newcomers and interprovincial migration. Rent has also increased by 9% from 2021 to 2022. cbc.ca
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Real estate and rental and leasing
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PE
Fri Jan 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1110 Prince Edward Island
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P.E.I.'s health authority states that the biggest challenge it faces is staffing and related issues, such as overtime and burnout. Health PEI has hundreds of health-care vacancies, including over 20 for family doctors and 10 for emergency department doctors. ctvnews.ca
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PE
Fri Jan 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1110 Prince Edward Island
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Lake Banook judges' tower in Dartmouth is being rebuilt through a $2.5M project that is being funded by the province and the Halifax Regional Municipality. The facility is expected to be ready by April to open in advance of this summer's North American Indigenous Games. cbc.ca
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Construction
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NS
Fri Jan 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1250 Halifax
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The wave of skilled trades retirements is estimated to arrive in N.S. sooner than expected with 16% of construction workers set to retire by 2027. The main driver for labour shortages in the sector is an aging workforce, while solutions involve boosting immigration and participation of youth and under-represented groups. saltwire.com
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Construction
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NS
Fri Jan 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Nova Scotia
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Acadia Broadcasting, which operates 18 licensed radio stations across Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario, will layoff 11 staff company-wide. The company states that the consequences of the pandemic and a slow economic recovery led to the decision. thewave.ca
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Information and cultural industries
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Layoff
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NS
Fri Jan 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Nova Scotia
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New/Coming Soon: Chiko’s Bake House (Halifax), Mezza (Fall River), Circle K/Irving (West Bedford), Lindt (Halifax), and Flynn’s Dairy Bar (Halifax); Closures: Robin’s Donuts (Dartmouth). retales.ca
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NS
Fri Jan 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1250 Halifax
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New primary care clinics are expanding services at N.S. pharmacies through a new provincially funded pilot program that will start with 12 sites and expand further in the spring as they begin to offer clinical appointments free of charge to the public. cbc.ca
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NS
Fri Jan 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Nova Scotia
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The N.S. Government has announced a new medical school will open at Cape Breton University by 2025 in partnership with Dalhousie University, which runs the only other medical school. The new medical school is expected to graduate up to 30 new doctors a year for at least the first 6 years. There is currently no cost estimate. cbc.ca
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Fri Jan 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1250 Halifax
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A senior provincial judge says the shortage of judges in N.S. is a big issue. There are currently 4 vacancies in the provincial court, with another judge off on long-term leave and 2 more judges retiring this spring. The provincial court, at full complement, has 28 judges. cbc.ca
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Fri Jan 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Nova Scotia
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The Nova Scotia College of Social Workers has said that provincial child and family services is in crisis due to staff shortages and burnout, while the province is working on hiring and retention strategies. cbc.ca
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NS
Fri Jan 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Nova Scotia
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The Government of Canada has announced $300k in funding for the Bella Rose Arts Centre Society to install better audio and lighting systems upgrades. canada.ca
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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NS
Fri Jan 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1250 Halifax
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WestJet has announced it is cancelling direct flights to Europe this summer from Halifax, Vancouver and Toronto and that it would look at resuming transatlantic service in 2024. The airline cited staffing levels across the industry, inflation and deploying aircraft to meet guest demands as key factors. cbc.ca
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NS
Fri Jan 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1250 Halifax
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The Board of Police Commissioners approved a $94.6M operating budget for the Halifax Regional Police which will be sent to regional council for a final decision. Funding of $628,000 for 5 new municipal police positions was voted down but 4 new Halifax RCMP officers were approved at a cost of $716,200. cbc.ca
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Public administration
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NS
Fri Jan 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1250 Halifax
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The N.S. Government is funding the Municipality of the County of Richmond, the Town of Port Hawkesbury and Cape Breton South Recruiting for Health, to support efforts to recruit and retain healthcare professionals, through its new $2M Office of Healthcare Professionals Recruitment Community Fund. novascotia.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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NS
Fri Jan 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1230 Annapolis Valley
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Some faculty members at Cape Breton University (Sydney), represented by the Cape Breton University Faculty Association, are currently on strike over wages with most classes now cancelled. The strike includes librarians, lab instructors, writing centre advisers, archivists, research chairs and nursing practice educators. citynews.ca
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Educational services
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NS
Fri Jan 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1210 Cape Breton
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The N.S. Government is funding the Municipality of the County of Inverness to support efforts to recruit and retain healthcare professionals in Inverness, through its new $2M Office of Healthcare Professionals Recruitment Community Fund. novascotia.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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NS
Fri Jan 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1230 Annapolis Valley
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Newfound Gold has opened up its new core processing facility in Gander. The company has an intensive drill campaign currently underway which has already produced some encouraging results. vocm.com
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Mining and oil and gas extraction
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NL
Fri Jan 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1040 Notre Dame-Central Bonavista Bay
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St. John’s based technology company, Quorum Information Systems, has received $100k in funding from the N.L. Government to help them recruit and retain workers. The company develops software for car dealerships. Quorum, which started in 2006 with 5 employees, now employs 120 people in N.L. vocm.com
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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NL
Fri Jan 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1010 Avalon Peninsula
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WestJet has announced that they are pulling their service from the Deer Lake Airport. Air Canada, Flair and PAL will continue to serve Deer Lake. vocm.com
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NL
Fri Jan 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1030 West Coast-Northern Peninsula-Labrador
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Allnorth Consultants Limited have been awarded the $269,350 provincial government contract for a pre-feasibility study on the construction of a road connecting the Trans-Labrador Highway to communities in northern Labrador. The first report from the study is due in late 2023. cbc.ca
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Construction
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NL
Fri Jan 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1030 West Coast-Northern Peninsula-Labrador
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The N.L. Government has expanded the eligibility criteria for health care professions to receive the Come Home Incentive, first announced in October 2022, to now include clinical psychologists, respiratory therapists, radiation therapists, cardiology technologists and medical physicists. www.gov.nl.ca
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NL
Fri Jan 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Newfoundland and Labrador
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Members of the Memorial University Faculty Association began striking at the St. John's campus on January 30 with classes cancelled after both sides hit an impasse. Two key issues are the use of lesser-paid contract employees and faculty involvement in decision-making on the future of the university. cbc.ca
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NL
Fri Jan 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1010 Avalon Peninsula
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Fredericton issued $257M worth of building permits in 2022, a $70M increase from the previous year, which resulted in 938 new housing units. Only 25% of the units were considered affordable, which the city hopes to improve upon with its 2023 housing affordability plan. globalnews.ca
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NB
Fri Jan 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1340 Fredericton-Oromocto
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CMHC’s latest report shows that N.B. added an additional 55,000 apartment units over the past year, although the number of occupied units increased by around 79,000. Demand has risen due in part to higher immigration and students returning to campus. thewave.ca
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Real estate and rental and leasing
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NB
Fri Jan 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of New Brunswick
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NB Power will be offering early retirement for up to 150 employees this spring, as a cost-saving measure which will save the utility $16M a year. The offer extends to those that are at least 58 years of age and are in a non-essential position that will not impact safety or reliability. Moncton Times & Transcript
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Utilities
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Layoff
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NB
Fri Jan 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of New Brunswick
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As Port Saint John’s $205M modernization project nears completion in March and with further expansion plans in the works, more jobs will be created. The average wage among waterfront workers is more than double the living wage, which is considered to be $21.60 per hour. Daily Gleaner
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Job creation
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NB
Fri Jan 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1330 Saint John-St. Stephen
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New Brunswick’s minimum wage will increase to $14.75 per hour on April 1st, making it the highest in Atlantic Canada. About 5.7% of New Brunswick’s workforce or 19,000 people earn minimum wage. charlottefm.ca
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NB
Fri Jan 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of New Brunswick
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The N.B. government will transfer $40M over10 years to the province's regional service commissions to fund newcomer retention, as well as economic and labour force development. The funding will allow the commissions to offer more services. cbc.ca
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NB
Fri Jan 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of New Brunswick
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The Latin Market opened at 79 Prince Edward Street in Saint John. The store sells authentic ingredients and products from across Latin America. Over 1,000 immigrants from South and Central America have moved to N.B. in the past year. charlottefm.ca
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NB
Fri Jan 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1330 Saint John-St. Stephen
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Two $25M super post-Panamax industrial cranes arrived at the Saint John port this week. It will take a few weeks to offload the cranes and install them at the port. The cranes should be ready by March, which will allow larger container ships to be unloaded. cbc.ca
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NB
Fri Jan 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1330 Saint John-St. Stephen
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Fredericton’s The Nest Yoga studio will open a Saint John location in the spring. Located at 22 King Street, it will have a yoga studio on one floor and various clothing, health and lifestyle retail options on another. thewave.ca
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Educational services
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NB
Fri Jan 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1340 Fredericton-Oromocto
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Vitalité Health, which has been faced with a shortage of sexual assault nurse examiners, has had to postpone its 64-hour sexual assault examiner course due to a lack of enrollment among nurses. The Edmundston and Campbellton regions are most in need in N.B. cbc.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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NB
Fri Jan 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of New Brunswick
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Acadia Broadcasting, which operates 18 licensed radio stations across Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario, will layoff 11 staff company-wide. The company states that the consequences of the pandemic and a slow economic recovery led to the decision. thewave.ca
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Information and cultural industries
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Layoff
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NB
Fri Jan 27 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of New Brunswick
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The Reframe Film Festival is taking place in Peterborough from January 26 to February 25 kawarthanow.com
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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ON
Thu Jan 26 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3520 Muskoka-Kawarthas
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The Government of Ontario is funding $1.9M annually over the next two years towards a pilot project with Humber River Hospital in Toronto and Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre in Barrie to increase access to more diagnostic services for long-term care residents ontario.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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ON
Thu Jan 26 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3530 Toronto
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Canadian restaurant brand Earls will open three locations in Toronto over the next year retail-insider.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Jan 26 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3530 Toronto
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Camp Molly Quinte will be recruiting 35 young women for a training program in July for fire and emergency services. Applications open on March 1. napaneeguide.com
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Public administration
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ON
Thu Jan 26 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3515 Kingston-Pembroke
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Ten new homes are under construction at Netmizaaggamig Nishnaabeg, a reserve east of Marathon, as a part of a new $8M, 1,000-hectare commercial and residential subdivision chroniclejournal.com
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Construction
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ON
Thu Jan 26 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3595 Northwest
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The Kingston Health Sciences Centre COVID-19 assessment centre at the Beechgrove Complex in Kingston will close at the end of February napaneeguide.com
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Health care and social assistance
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ON
Thu Jan 26 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3515 Kingston-Pembroke
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Lakehead University received a 3-year grant of nearly $300K for mental health research ckdr.net
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Health care and social assistance
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ON
Thu Jan 26 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3595 Northwest
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An Ottawa Career Fair will take place at the Ottawa Convention – Shaw Centre on February 28 jobscanadafair.com
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ON
Thu Jan 26 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3510 Ottawa
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The University of Windsor received $5M from Telus Communications Inc. to create a commercial lab to research 5G technology cbc.ca
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Educational services
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ON
Thu Jan 26 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3570 Windsor-Sarnia
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The Municipality of Port Hope is hiring students for more than 12 summer positions northumberlandnews.com
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Public administration
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Jan 26 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3520 Muskoka-Kawarthas
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Four new commercial enterprises opened in Downtown Sudbury: The Night Owl, Centreline Architecture, Gingersnap Salon and White Rabbit Tattoo Studio, and Books and Bean thesudburystar.com
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Jan 26 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3590 Northeast
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Sault Ste. Marie manufacturer SK Group Inc. received $112K from the Government of Ontario to support business expansion and development in the North and create five full-time positions saultonline.com
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Jan 26 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3590 Northeast
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Conservation Halton received over $3.5M from Parks Canada in support of the Cootes to Escarpment EcoPark System conservationhalton.ca
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Public administration
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Jan 26 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3550 Hamilton-Niagara Peninsula
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Hudson's Bay is laying off around 250 employees, largely within Canada. The impact in Ontario is unknown at this time. ctvnews.ca
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Layoff
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ON
Thu Jan 26 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Ontario
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The Government of Canada is investing $4.5M in 27 tourism projects across Northern Ontario, creating and maintaining over 140 jobs canada.ca
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Information and cultural industries
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Jan 26 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Ontario
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Invest Ottawa’s Area X.O, a research and development company in Ottawa, received $5.4M from the Government of Canada to expand its services to small and medium enterprises canada.ca
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Jan 26 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3510 Ottawa
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Postmedia Network Inc., is closing its printing press in Windsor in March, eliminating approximately 22 full-time and 55 part-time positions cbc.ca
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Layoff
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ON
Thu Jan 26 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3570 Windsor-Sarnia
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Sarnia biochemical plant LCY Bioscience laid off 30 workers as it switched production theobserver.ca
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Layoff
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ON
Thu Jan 26 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3570 Windsor-Sarnia
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Tucker's Marketplace restaurant officially re-opened on January 25 in the same location at ByWard Market in Ottawa citynews.ca
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Accommodation and food services
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Jan 26 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3510 Ottawa
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Grand River Conservation Authority is hiring for nine summer student positions newhamburgindependent.ca
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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ON
Thu Jan 26 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3540 Kitchener-Waterloo-Barrie
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The Governments of Canada and Ontario are investing nearly $530K to bring high-speed internet access to 140 families in Dufferin County ontario.ca
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Construction
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Job creation
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ON
Thu Jan 26 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3540 Kitchener-Waterloo-Barrie
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Indian restaurant Pukka Pukka in Toronto permanently closed blogto.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Layoff
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ON
Thu Jan 26 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3530 Toronto
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The Nipissing Wellness Ontario Health Team received $90K from the Government of Ontario to support long-term home care for 100 seniors nugget.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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ON
Thu Jan 26 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 3590 Northeast
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L’Événement Emploi, a job fair, will take place on April 20 at the Centre des congrès de Thetford Mines. Nearly 300 positions will be available at the event. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Job creation
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QC
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2425 Chaudière-Appalaches
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The Municipalité de Péribonka announced that construction on L’Espace Péribonka, a multipurpose building, is complete. An investment of $6.5M was required to complete the project. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Public administration
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QC
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2475 Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean
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The Ville de Québec, Ville de Lac-Delage, and Cantons unis de Stoneham-et-Tewkesbury are investing $20M in water conservation for Lac Saint-Charles. The Government of Quebec is contributing an additional $40M to the project. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Construction
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QC
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2420 Capitale-Nationale
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Bizou International, a women’s jewelry and fashion accessories retailer headquartered in Sainte-Marie, closed 45 stores in Quebec and New Brunswick. In total, 350 employees were laid off. Available in French only (available in French only)
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QC
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Quebec
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Teledyne DALSA, a semiconductor manufacturer in Bromont, has around 40 positions to fill Available in French only (available in French only)
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Job creation
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QC
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2430 Estrie
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The Cégep de Shawinigan announced that its pool has opened following an investment of nearly $6M. The project was made possible thanks to financial support from the three levels of government. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Educational services
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QC
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2470 Mauricie
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La Brasserie, a sports bar in Trois-Rivières, announced that it would close on January 28. The current staff of around 20 people may be hired by the new business that will open in the same location. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Accommodation and food services
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Layoff
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QC
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2470 Mauricie
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La Cigogne, Centre de Ressources Familiales, a private subsidized daycare in Magog, has around 20 positions to fill, including 14 in education, in preparation for its scheduled opening in April Available in French only (available in French only)
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Health care and social assistance
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QC
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2430 Estrie
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The Centre intégré universitaire de santé et de services sociaux de l’Estrie - Centre hospitalier universitaire de Sherbrooke currently has 900 nursing, nursing assistant , and orderly positions to fill, which could go up to 1,200 by the end of the summer Available in French only (available in French only)
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Health care and social assistance
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QC
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2430 Estrie
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The Ville de Montréal will invest $76M up until 2025 in implementing its plans for tree and shrub planting and maintaining wooded areas Available in French only (available in French only)
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Public administration
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QC
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2440 Montréal
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The Centre intégré de santé et de services sociaux de l’Outaouais is looking to fill 100 nursing positions Available in French only (available in French only)
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Health care and social assistance
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Job creation
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QC
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2460 Outaouais
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Groupe Bellemare, a transportation and construction company in Trois-Rivières, announced that a semi-mobile concrete plant will be built in Bécancour. The project, valued at $5M, will create around 20 jobs as early as this summer. Available in French only (available in French only)
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QC
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2433 Centre-du-Québec
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WestRock, an American company specialized in manufacturing folding boxes, invested $10M in modernizing its factory in Sainte-Marie. The company is currently hiring to fill nearly 15 positions. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Job creation
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QC
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2425 Chaudière-Appalaches
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Bell Canada, a telecommunications company headquartered in Montréal, is looking to fill 500 positions that are mainly in high technologies: cloud computing, networking, cybersecurity, the Internet of Things, artificial intelligence, and software development actualnewsmagazine.com
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Information and cultural industries
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Job creation
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QC
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2440 Montréal
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Han-Logement, a community organization dedicated to providing affordable housing for people with disabilities, began construction on 16 units valued at $3.2M in Windsor. Construction is scheduled to be complete in the spring. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Real estate and rental and leasing
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QC
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2430 Estrie
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DE LA FONTAINE, a steel door manufacturer, invested $11.5M in its Sherbrooke facility to expand the building and automate production. Of this amount, the governments of Quebec and Canada invested a total of $4M. sherbrookerecord.com
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QC
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2430 Estrie
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The Maison d’accueil pour sans-abri de Chicoutimi has 18 positions to prepare for its upcoming move. People working in the fields of maintenance and intervention are wanted. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Health care and social assistance
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QC
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2475 Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean
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Handi-Ressources, a community organization dedicated to providing affordable housing for people with disabilities, inaugurated a 25-unit building, which was built at a cost of $4.5M in Sherbrooke. The Government of Quebec and the Ville de Sherbrooke were partners in the project. Available in French only (available in French only)
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Real estate and rental and leasing
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QC
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2430 Estrie
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The Ville de Baie-Saint-Paul announced that the Aréna Luc-et-Marie-Claude has opened following renovations valued at over $10M Available in French only (available in French only)
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QC
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 2420 Capitale-Nationale
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A delegation of musicians and industry representatives are travelling to Los Angeles to promote the use of Manitoba music in Hollywood productions. Networking trips could increase following WestJet’s addition of a direct flight to L.A. from Winnipeg last fall. winnipegfreepress.com
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MB
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Manitoba
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Sunwing Vacations is cancelling two of its direct routes between Winnipeg and Mexico due to “operational constraints.” Flights to Los Cabos and Mazatlán will end in February. cbc.ca
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MB
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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Towne Cinema 8, the last commercial movie theatre in downtown Winnipeg, is shutting down permanently. The building is now up for sale six months after a temporary closure due to pandemic challenges and a lack of funds for capital investments. winnipegfreepress.com
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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MB
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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The provincial government is granting $150,000 to the Downtown Community Safety Partnership’s Clean Slate program. The group hires at-risk individuals to provide clean-up services in downtown Winnipeg. cbc.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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MB
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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The Government of Manitoba is providing $10M toward Assiniboine Community College’s Prairie Innovation Centre for Sustainable Agriculture. The project will create 16 new or expanded agricultural programs at the Brandon college, adding 600 students. news.gov.mb.ca
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Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
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MB
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4630 Southwest
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The Hudson’s Bay Company (HBC) is opening a Zellers store in Winnipeg’s St. Vital Centre, within its current The Bay location. Most Zellers retail outlets closed in 2013, but HBC is reviving the discount brand through pop-up shops and online sales. winnipegfreepress.com
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MB
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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UM Properties is planning a $6B residential development near the University of Manitoba. The $1.5B first phase could begin in the second quarter of this year and will include 3,000 units as well as commercial space and outdoor amenities. winnipegfreepress.com
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Construction
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MB
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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Some rural school divisions are relaxing their criteria for substitute teachers due to ongoing challenges trying to recruit staff. Sunrise, Western, and Brandon school divisions are now considering applicants without a teaching degree. winnipegfreepress.com
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MB
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Manitoba
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The Tiger Hills Health Centre in Treherne has resumed emergency services on a limited basis after a seven-month closure due to staff shortages. Inpatient services are expected to resume in May. portageonline.com
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Health care and social assistance
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MB
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4640 North Central
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D Spot Dessert Café is opening a location in Winnipeg in the Seasons of Tuxedo mixed-use development. accesswinnipeg.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Job creation
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MB
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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The City of Winnipeg is facing labour shortages across several departments. Bus drivers, lifeguards, mechanics, recreation staff, and library workers are among the most difficult positions to fill. winnipegfreepress.com
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MB
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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Fast food chain Five Guys is opening its fourth Winnipeg location, at Garden City Shopping Centre. accesswinnipeg.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Job creation
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MB
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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The City of Thompson's only veterinary clinic is scaling back services due to a lack of staff. North of 55 Veterinary Services will no longer provide blood tests and x-rays beginning January 31, and could close entirely by June. thompsoncitizen.net
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Other services (except public administration)
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MB
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4680 North
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Equal Housing Initiative is renovating the McLaren Hotel in downtown Winnipeg, converting it to affordable housing with social and health supports for tenants. Construction on the $12M project will begin this summer. winnipegfreepress.com
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Construction
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MB
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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The owners of the Northgate Shopping Centre, in Winnipeg’s Garden City neighbourhood, are planning a new apartment development. The complex would include 204 suites in three buildings and be located in the mall’s south parking lot. cbc.ca
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Construction
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MB
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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A new winter festival recently kicked off in Winnipeg’s Exchange District. Lights in the Exchange features light-based artworks installed around the neighbourhood, in an effort to attract more visitors to the city’s downtown. globalnews.ca
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MB
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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RnR Family Restaurant recently closed its McPhillips St. location. Low customer volumes contributed to the closure, as well as labour shortages and rising food prices. Staff have been transferred to the eatery’s two other Winnipeg locations. winnipegfreepress.com
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Accommodation and food services
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MB
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4650 Winnipeg
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The federal and provincial governments are providing $8M toward the construction of a new community centre in the Rural Municipality of Taché. The complex will include a library and an arena, which will replace the existing Lorette Arena. canada.ca
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Construction
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MB
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4610 Southeast
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Heart River Housing is planning to start construction in May 2023 on the $11.5M Villa Beausejour seniors’ lodge expansion in Falher. The lodge project has doubled to 20 enhanced living units from the original 10 units due to housing demand in the region. southpeacenews.com
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Construction
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4870 Athabasca-Grande Prairie-Peace River
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Greenfield Global Inc., a manufacturer and distibutor of industrial alcohols, is receiving $2M from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada for an agricultural waste-to-clean fuel project in collaboration with the University of Alberta’s Faculty of Engineering. globenewswire.com
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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AB
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4860 Edmonton
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Tres Carnales Rostizado, a Mexican food restaurant in Edmonton, is closing permanently on January 31, 2023. eatnorth.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Layoff
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AB
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4860 Edmonton
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School districts around the province are launching mental health pilot projects that are a collaboration between mental health service providers and local school authorities. The Government of Alberta has approved 60 projects as part of a $40M two-year initiative with a second call for proposals closing on January 31, 2023. cbc.ca
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Educational services
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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Paramedic students in programs across the province are experiencing difficulties in accessing work placements or practicums as part of their training. Post-secondary programs for primary care and advanced care paramedics have mandatory workplace training components known as practicums, where students work on ambulances and in hospitals while under the supervision of an experienced professional. cbc.ca
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AB
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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Calgary Co-op is closing two grocery stores in the city on March 8, 2023 due to economic reasons. Co-op will be working closely with employee unions to keep and re-allocate employees who would like to remain with the company. globalnews.ca
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Layoff
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AB
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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The Government of Alberta is contracting with Canadian Surgery Solutions to provide 3,000 orthopedic surgeries in Calgary. The surgical facilities are operated by Clearpoint Health Network, a company which provides surgeries for public-health authorities across Canada. calgaryherald.com
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Health care and social assistance
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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The Calgary Centre of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada (RASC) is planning to start construction this summer on a $250,000 public observatory. The observatory will host free events open to amateur astronomers and first-time star-gazers with completion planned for 2024. cbc.ca
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Construction
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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The Government of Alberta is fast-tracking more international immigrant applications for permanent residency if newcomers have close family ties in the province. The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program will allocate one-quarter of its express entry stream nominations to those with skills and experience in high-demand jobs who also have an immediate family member in Alberta, such as a parent, a child, or a sibling. edmontonjournal.com
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AB
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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Parks Canada is hiring for lifeguards and cashiers at Miette Hot Springs, located in Jasper National Park. The positions run from April to October 2023 and the closing application date for both is February 24, 2023. dailyhive.com
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Arts, entertainment and recreation
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4840 Banff-Jasper-Rocky Mountain House
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The Lloydminster Construction Association (LCA) and its partners are bringing back the popular Bi-Provincial Try-A-Trade on April 26, 2023, after a three-year hiatus. The event offers a chance for hundreds of regional students to consider careers in 51 designated trades with seven industries represented. meridiansource.ca
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AB
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4820 Camrose-Drumheller
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Calgary-based Benevity, a software subscription company, has laid off 137 employees immediately as of January 18, 2023. The company did not disclose the locations of the affected employees. calgaryherald.com
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Information and cultural industries
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Layoff
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AB
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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Alberta Health Services has resumed all regular services at Rotary Flames House (RFH) in Calgary during the week of January 16, 2023. AHS temporarily paused respite care admissions at the Rotary Flames House in early December 2022, and redeployed staff to assist in supporting patients at Alberta Children’s Hospital. globalnews.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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AB
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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The Town of Peace River is planning to issue tenders for engineering design of a concrete or sheet pile dam for flood mitigation in the town. The estimated total cost of the dam project is between $10.1M and $17.3M, depending on the chosen design. fortmcmurraytoday.com
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Construction
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AB
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4870 Athabasca-Grande Prairie-Peace River
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Green Impact Partners (GIP) is planning to start construction on a $1.2B plant near Calgary that will use non-food-grade waste wheat to produce renewable natural gas, ethanol and cattle feed. Approximately 800 jobs will be created during two years of construction with the opening scheduled for 2025. GIP has committed to using local engineering, construction and environmental firms for the project. calgaryherald.com
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Construction
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan) has opened a new service centre in Lethbridge and is funding 18 projects with $11.2M. The projects cover a range of sectors from agriculture to tourism, education and arts, and are expected to support 230 jobs. lethbridgeherald.com
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4810 Lethbridge-Medicine Hat
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Calgary Transit is hiring 400 transit operators, with plans to hire an additional 400 by the end of the 2023. It’s also looking for eight journeyperson 1 level truck and transport technicians to keep buses and trains running, and more Peace Officers. calgaryherald.com
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AB
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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The Government of Alberta is expanding support for post-secondary students with disabilities to include those with persistent or prolonged disabilities. An additional 5,200 students will receive support under new changes to the Grant for Students with Disabilities. alberta.ca
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Educational services
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AB
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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Birchcliff Energy Ltd. is planning a 2023 capital program of $260M to $280M along with drilling 23 wells and bringing 32 wells on production during the year. As part of its five-year plan to 2027, Birchcliff intends to increase its rate of drilling in 2024 and 2025 with a goal of 182 wells brought on production over the period. globenewswire.com
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Mining and oil and gas extraction
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AB
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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Postmedia Inc. is moving 12 of its Alberta community newspapers to digital-only formats, eyeing more outsourcing deals for printing, laying off workers and selling the home of the Calgary Herald. Postmedia is also going to move employees to remote work on a permanent basis, except for markets like Toronto, Vancouver and Montreal. ctvnews.ca
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Layoff
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AB
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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Commercial and residential builders with the Calgary Construction Association (CCA) are struggling to find enough workers to keep up with development demands. CCA estimates that there are 3,000 to 4,000 construction job vacancies in the Calgary region. globalnews.ca
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Construction
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AB
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4830 Calgary
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The federal government is providing $71M for nine Parks Canada projects in Alberta and BC to improve infrastructure and visitor safety. The projects include road paving and structural improvements, water and wastewater projects and work on regional geohazrds along highways. All of the projects are expected to be completed by 2025. edmontonjournal.com
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Construction
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AB
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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The Cold Lake Region has recently added eight doctors to three clinics in the region, including family physicians and specialists in surgery and anaesthesiology. albertahealthservices.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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AB
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4880 Wood Buffalo-Cold Lake
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Saturn Oil & Gas Inc. is adding US$81M to its 2023 capital plan, bringing the new total to US$181M, following the recent acquisition of Ridgeback Resources Inc. The Ridgeback addition brings an expanded asset base to Saturn in Saskatchewan and new production in Alberta, along with 700 drilling locations. saturnoil.com
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Mining and oil and gas extraction
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AB
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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Alberta-based Arrow Technology Group is building out new high-speed internet infrastructure to 20 First Nations and Métis Settlements and four rural communities around the province following an $8.1M agreement with the Canada Infrastructure Bank. newswire.ca
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Construction
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Job creation
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AB
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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The Vancouver Police Department (VPD) is holding hiring events in Edmonton, Calgary and Fort McMurray during January and February. VPD is open to both new recruits and experienced officers. dailyhive.com
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AB
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Alberta
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Alphabet Inc.’s research lab DeepMind is closing its Edmonton office. The Edmonton office was the only DeepMind site not housed within a Google-managed office. Impacted engineers and researchers will be offered the option to relocate to other offices but those in various organizational infrastructure roles will be laid off. financialpost.com
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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Layoff
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AB
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4860 Edmonton
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Kiwetinohk Energy Corp. (KEC) is planning to build a 170-megawatt solar project southwest of Sylvan Lake. The $320M solar farm will be linked to the province’s electrical grid by a 138-kilovolt transmission line. Pending regulatory approval, construction could begin this fall with completion and commercial operation expected in 2024. reddeeradvocate.com
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Construction
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AB
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4850 Red Deer
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Sinclair Group Forest Products announced temporary production curtailments at its lumber operations at Apollo Forest Products in Fort St. James, Lakeland Mills in Prince George, and Nechako Lumber Co. in Vanderhoof, due to weak market conditions and fibre supply constraints. The company expects the curtailment to last two weeks, beginning January 30. ckpgtoday.ca
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BC
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5970 Nechako
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Ayam Zaman, a new restaurant specialized in Middle Eastern cuisine, opened in Coquitlam in December. dailyhive.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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Old Yale Brewing Abbotsford, a new brewery and restaurant in Abbotsford, plans to open its new 220-seat location this winter. dailyhive.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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Cactus Club Cafe, a Canadian-based restaurant chain, opened a new 335-seat location in Coquitlam in January. dailyhive.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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TransLink is seeking to hire more than 500 new bus drivers in Metro Vancouver this year. dailyhive.com
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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The City of Coquitlam is seeking to launch and operate its own a public e-scooter share service. The process to procure an e-scooter company is currently underway. dailyhive.com
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BC
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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Dover Bay Secondary School, located in Nanaimo, has added four new classrooms through a $3M project jointly funded by the provincial government and the school board. The project also added a learning hub, fitness centre and additional washrooms. news.gov.bc.ca
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Educational services
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BC
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5910 Vancouver Island and Coast
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Air Transat, a Canadian-based airline, announced the closure of its operations at the Vancouver International Airport due to economic concerns. Over 200 employees are expected to be impacted. ctvnews.ca
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Layoff
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BC
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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The Bao Place plans to open a new restaurant location in Burnaby. dailyhive.com
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Accommodation and food services
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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The B.C. government launched a new licensing program this month to provide small and medium-sized secondary wood products manufacturers with dedicated fibre supply. The BC Timber Sales Value-Added Manufacturing Program is restricted to facilities producing high-value products, such as mass timber, plywood, veneer, panelling and flooring. news.gov.bc.ca
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BC
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of BC
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The B.C. government plans to open a new permanent shelter space in Cranbrook, to support those that are at risk of, or currently experiencing homelessness. The 40-bed shelter is expected to open in late 2023. news.gov.bc.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5940 Kootenays
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The B.C. government is providing $50M in funding to the Forest Enhancement Society of BC in January, to support projects and programs that increase fibre supply aimed at keeping people working and local mills running, while also mitigating wildfire risks and reducing climate emissions. news.gov.bc.ca
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Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
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BC
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of BC
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The B.C. government has begun construction this January on a fibre-to-the-home project that aims bring access to high-speed internet to more than 500 households in six Indigenous communities in the province. news.gov.bc.ca
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Information and cultural industries
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of BC
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The B.C. government announced the successful expansion of high-speed internet infrastructure in the Caribou region this month. The jointly funded $5.9M project supports more than 1,300 households and six more communities in the Cariboo region. news.gov.bc.ca
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Information and cultural industries
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BC
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5950 Cariboo
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The reopening of Canfor’s Houston Sawmill has been indefinitely delayed due to a fire this January. The mill has been closed for five weeks due to poor economic conditions. terracestandard.com
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BC
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5970 Nechako
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The B.C. government plans to install new technologies that monitors commercial vehicle speeds for improved safety on Highway 5A, near Merritt. Construction is expected to begin in late spring and be completed in the fall. news.gov.bc.ca
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Construction
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5930 Thompson-Okanagan
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The B.C. government is currently accepting applications from Indigenous organizations and other groups that work with people facing homelessness for the Province’s Homelessness Community Action Grant, which awards grants for as much as $50,000 to support homelessness projects. news.gov.bc.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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BC
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of BC
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The Woodgrove Senior Citizens Housing Society has received $9.3M in federal and provincial funding to support the development of 62 new rental units for moderate and low-income seniors in Nanaimo. Construction on the project is expected to be complete by summer 2023. news.gov.bc.ca
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Construction
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5910 Vancouver Island and Coast
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The Government of Canada is providing nearly $135K in funding through the Green and Inclusive Community Buildings program, to support energy-efficiency renovations at the Musqueam Elders Centre in Vancouver. canada.ca
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Construction
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5920 Lower Mainland-Southwest
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The Government of Canada is providing approximately $13M for the restoration of the Radium Hot Springs Aquacourt in Kootenay National Park. The project aims to upgrade pool infrastructure to enhance public safety and incorporate green technologies. canada.ca
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Construction
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Job creation
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BC
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5940 Kootenays
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The B.C. and Federal government is providing $18.8M in joint funding to support the reopening of Paper Excellence’s Crofton Mill facility, which shutdown in October due to poor economic conditions. More than 100 jobs have been restored from the funding. news.gov.bc.ca
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BC
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5910 Vancouver Island and Coast
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Tolko Industries Ltd., a Vernon-based wood products manufacturer, plans to extend the curtailment of its lumber mills in Armstrong and Soda Creek, near Williams Lake, until at least the end of February, due to supply issues and weak lumber markets. A total of 350 workers continue to be affected. vernonmorningstar.com
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Layoff
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BC
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 5930 Thompson-Okanagan
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Li-FT Power Ltd., a Vancouver-based mining exploration company, has begun its Yellowknife Lithium Project. The company stated that the project could unearth one of the largest lithium resources in North America. Li-Fi also has an agreement with the federal government to build a 49-person camp at the site. northernminer.com
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Mining and oil and gas extraction
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Job creation
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NT
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6110 Northwest Territories
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Uvagut TV is applying to be a mandatory part of basic cable packages after two years of broadcasting. Canada’s first national Inuktut channel broadcasts children’s shows, movies, and cultural programs to more than 600,000 homes. Mandatory distribution would allow the channel to increase personnel and operations. nunatsiaq.com
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Information and cultural industries
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Job creation
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NU
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6210 Nunavut
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Yellowknife’s airport is seeking geotechnical engineers to investigate the soil beneath its runways. Melting permafrost has led airport management to seek a solution that will keep the runways stable for the next 20 to 25 years. The NWT government hopes to select a contractor by March this year. cabinradio.ca
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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NT
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6110 Northwest Territories
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Some Yellowknife schools have reissued their plea for bus drivers. A shortage of drivers has left three of the city’s 15 routes without service. Schools have struggled to find suitable part-time drivers as pay has remained low due to long-term contracts. The school district and the First Transit bus company have made hiring new drivers a priority. cabinradio.ca
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NT
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6110 Northwest Territories
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Qikiqtani Inuit Association approved plans to spend $46.8M to fund five infrastructure projects. Located across four communities, these projects will take four years to develop. Projects include wind energy generation in Sanikiluaq; a solar energy project in Iqaluit; developing land for affordable housing; a training centre in Pond Inlet; and a multi-use facility in Igloolik. nunatsiaq.com
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NU
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6210 Nunavut
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The Whitehorse city council voted in favour of exploring the possibility of a pedestrian-only area on Main Street. This one-year pilot project would run through the summer and offer expanded patio spaces, greenery, and picnic tables. The project hopes to support small businesses while remaining committed to reaching the city’s climate goals. yukon-news.com
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YT
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6010 Yukon Territory
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The NWT government is increasing funding for most of its home repair programs. These programs now offer between $2,000-$5,000 more per eligible applicant. These changes will enable more residents to access adequate repair funding. Eligible clients will receive assistance in the form of forgivable loans to subsidize the cost of the repairs to their existing home. www.gov.nt.ca
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Construction
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NT
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6110 Northwest Territories
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The federal government is providing the City of Whitehorse $929,500 through the Building Safer Communities Fund to support crime prevention initiatives in the region. The funding is also expected to assist young, at-risk people and help them to be successful. canada.ca
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YT
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6010 Yukon Territory
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The Yukon government pledged $170,968 through the Crime Prevention and Victim Services Trust to support four community-led crime prevention projects. Projects include increasing services to Yukoners with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder; providing workshops and supports in Watson Lake; delivering peer-support training for at-risk men; and offering restorative justice healing circles across the territory. yukon.ca
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YT
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 6010 Yukon Territory
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A temporary homeless shelter will open in Regina on January 30. The Government of Saskatchewan is providing $400,000 in funding to Regina Treaty/Status Indian Services to operate the shelter. cbc.ca
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Health care and social assistance
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SK
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4710 Regina-Moose Mountain
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The Government of Saskatchewan approved a merger of Cumberland College and Parkland College. The merger will help develop new programming and gain better partnership opportunities. The institutions aim to complete the merger by July 1st, 2023. northeastnow.com
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SK
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Saskatchewan
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Angkor Resources Corp. launched its Solution Gas/Carbon Capture Project in Evesham. The Project will extract unused gases and carbon emissions from oil wells and convert them into clean natural gas. Angkor plans to capture around 500,000 cubic feet of gas per day at first, and then increase production once they connect more wells. sasknow.com
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Mining and oil and gas extraction
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SK
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4750 Prince Albert
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Trappers from northern Saskatchewan expressed a pessimistic view of the industry, citing dropping fur prices. In 2012-2013, there were 3,600 trappers in Saskatchewan with total fur sales of $5.7M. By the 2020-2021 trapping year, the number of trappers increased to 4,600, but the total sales decreased to $3.7M. northeastnow.com
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SK
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
All of Saskatchewan
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The City of North Battleford extended its community garden land lease with Midwest Food Resources by 10 more years. The non-profit organization can construct a storage building and dig a water well at the location, if it obtaines required approvals and inspections. sasknow.com
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SK
Mon Jan 23 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 4750 Prince Albert
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A panel of experts created by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency has found that potato wart is mostly under control on P.E.I. The P.E.I. Potato Board wants Ottawa to act on the panel’s recommendations and allow all P.E.I. potato exports to resume. cbc.ca
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PE
Fri Jan 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1110 Prince Edward Island
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Breweries on P.E.I. say they are seeing a growing interest among customers to consume low and non-alcoholic drinks. P.E.I.’s Upstreet Craft Brewing is now sold across Canada and Lone Oak is looking to expand in order to meet the growing demand for its low-alcohol beer. cbc.ca
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PE
Fri Jan 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1110 Prince Edward Island
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Canada's airlines are becoming more regional with Air Canada focusing in the east and WestJet focusing on the west (significantly reducing their service in Atlantic Canada). The airlines have cut routes, are looking to improve profits, and creating barriers for competition. cbc.ca
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PE
Fri Jan 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1110 Prince Edward Island
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P.E.I.-based rideshare service, Kari, is expanding and recruiting drivers in Summerside. Successful candidates are required to own vehicles built in the last 10 years and must also obtain their Class 4R license. Kari is also looking to set up operations in Moncton this summer. charlottefm.ca
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PE
Fri Jan 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1110 Prince Edward Island
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The Government of Canada is investing $1,698,750 to help three Halifax bioscience companies (ClearDynamic Inc., AGADA Biosciences Inc. and NovaResp Technologies Inc.) create innovative healthcare solutions for a wide range of challenges. canada.ca
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Professional, scientific and technical services
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NS
Fri Jan 20 00:00:00 EST 2023
ER 1250 Halifax
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The N.S. Government is funding The Cape Breton Health Navigation Society and the Breton Ability Centre Society to support efforts to recruit and retain doctors and other healthcare professio |