Economic Action Plan 2012 sets out a comprehensive agenda to bolster Canada’s fundamental strengths and address the important challenges confronting the economy over the long term....
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The Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, the Honourable Leona Aglukkaq, Minister of Health, and the Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), today announced the appointment of a new Member to the National Seniors Council (NSC). Click here to read full article
Today, the Honourable Christian Paradis, Minister of Industry and Minister of State (Agriculture), delivered an address to the Bloomberg Canada Economic Summit, where he drew attention to the strength of Canada’s business environment. During his conversation with members of Canada’s business community, he also underlined the Harper Government’s commitment to an open investment climate. Click here ...
The Government of Canada is seeking applications for projects to help seniors lead and participate in social activities and contribute to their communities. Click here to read full article
The Honourable Jim Flaherty, Minister of Finance, and Shelly Glover, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Finance, today struck the last penny produced at the Royal Canadian Mint’s high-speed manufacturing facility in Winnipeg. “For over a hundred years, the penny played an important role in Canada’s coinage system,” said Minister Flaherty. “Although the cost of ...
The Honourable Leona Aglukkaq, Minister of Health, today announced that the Harper Government will invest heavily in neuroscience research by creating the Canada Brain Research Fund. “One in three Canadians will face a neurological disorder, injury, or psychiatric disease, at some point in their lives,” said Minister Aglukkaq. “This investment will strengthen Canada’s position as ...
