At the seventh Summit of the Americas (April 10 to 11, 2015) in Panama City, Panama, Prime Minister Stephen Harper announced the following projects aimed at strengthening health, security and democratic governance, and border management across Latin America and the Caribbean.
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Panama City, Panama - 11 April 2015 -
At the seventh Summit of the Americas (April 10 to 11, 2015) in Panama City, Panama, Prime Minister Stephen Harper announced several projects aimed at strengthening economic growth across Latin America and the Caribbean: Title: Promoting Rural Economic Development in the Dry Corridor in Honduras Cost and timeframe: $35 million (2016-2021) Implementing partners: may include Canadian, international and local organizationsBackgrounders
Panama City, Panama - 10 April 2015 -
The Government of Canada is committed to making post-secondary education accessible to all Canadians, recognizing that education and training are key factors in building a strong economy and workforce.Backgrounders
North Vancouver, British Columbia - 7 April 2015 -
As part of its efforts to support research excellence in areas of Canadian strength, the Government of Canada has invested in transformative infrastructure projects supporting Canada’s key research strengths, such as astronomy and astrophysics, and engaged in international partnerships that foster ambitious scientific achievements in these disciplines.Backgrounders
Vancouver, British Columbia - 6 April 2015 -
Our Government is committed to increasing the effectiveness of public service operations and eliminating unnecessary costs. To this end, on April 2, 2015, Prime Minister Stephen Harper announced the awarding of an $85.3 million contract for the construction and 20-year lease of a new Public Service Pay Centre in Miramichi, New Brunswick, following an open, fair and competitive procurement process.Backgrounders
Miramichi, New Brusnwick - 2 April 2015 -
Our Government is committed to helping Canadian companies expand and succeed in the global market by keeping taxes low, reducing red tape and opening new markets to boost exports.Backgrounders
Alliston, Ontario - 30 March 2015 -
Joe Friday has been serving as interim Public Sector Integrity Commissioner since January 1, 2015.Backgrounders
Ottawa, Ontario - 27 March 2015 -
Canada’s prosperity and quality of life depend on a vast network of public infrastructure – from roads and highways, to bridges, transit systems, water and wastewater infrastructure, ports, airports and recreational and cultural facilities.Backgrounders
Saint-Apollinaire, Quebec - 27 March 2015 -
The Government of Canada is committed to creating jobs, growth and long-term prosperity, and has made unprecedented investments in building and improving infrastructure across the country.Backgrounders
Saint-Apollinaire, Quebec - 27 March 2015 -
The so-called Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) continues to present a serious threat to regional and global security, including a direct threat to Canadian citizens at home and abroad.Backgrounders
Ottawa, Ontario - 24 March 2015
