Canada News Centre - Manitoba

Government of Canada invests to help youth in Selkirk get jobs

Wed, 22 May 2013 13:00:00 GMT

The Government of Canada is providing support for youth in Selkirk to help them gain the skills, knowledge and experience they need to enter and succeed in the job market. The announcement was made by James Bezan, Member of Parliament for Selkirk-Interlake, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.

Harper government invests in projects to support Canadian seniors

Wed, 15 May 2013 20:00:00 GMT

Seniors across the country will soon have new opportunities to use their leadership abilities, energy and skills to continue to make a difference in their communities through the New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP). The Honourable Steven Fletcher, Minister of State (Transport) and Member of Parliament for Charleswood-St. James-Assiniboia, on behalf of the Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), made the announcement today while speaking to members of the North Point Douglas Seniors Association.

Minister of State Bernier Meets With Winnipeg Entrepreneurs

Wed, 15 May 2013 17:00:00 GMT

Winnipeg, Manitoba, May 15, 2013-The Honourable Maxime Bernier, Minister of State (Small Business and Tourism), today met with representatives of the Winnipeg entrepreneurial community at a roundtable hosted by the Frontier Centre for Public Policy. He listened to the priorities of Winnipeg entrepreneurs while underscoring the Harper Government's recent efforts to help small and medium-sized enterprises (SME) through Economic Action Plan 2013.

The Honourable Steven Fletcher will announce Government of Canada support for the New Horizons for Seniors Program in Manitoba

Tue, 14 May 2013 20:09:00 GMT

The Honourable Steven Fletcher, Minister of State (Transport) and Member of Parliament for Charleswood-St. James-Assiniboia, on behalf of the Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), will announce Government of Canada support for the New Horizons for Seniors Program in Manitoba.

Government of Canada helps people with disabilities in Winnipeg gain job skills

Mon, 13 May 2013 16:30:00 GMT

The Government of Canada will help people with physical disabilities in Winnipeg develop the skills, knowledge and experience they need to find jobs. The Honourable Steven Fletcher, Minister of State for Transport and Member of Parliament for Charleswood-St. James-Assiniboia, made the announcement today on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.

Government of Canada invests to help youth in Winnipeg get jobs

Mon, 13 May 2013 15:30:00 GMT

The Government of Canada is providing support for youth in Winnipeg to help them gain the skills, knowledge and experience they need to enter and succeed in the job market. The announcement was made by Shelly Glover, Member of Parliament for Saint Boniface, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.

The Honourable Steven Fletcher will announce Government of Canada funding to Reaching E-Quality Employment Services for its Internship Training project

Fri, 10 May 2013 16:30:00 GMT

The Honourable Steven Fletcher, Minister of State (Transport) and Member of Parliament for Charleswood-St. James-Assiniboia, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will announce Government of Canada funding to Reaching E-Quality Employment Services for its Internship Training project.

Shelly Glover will announce Government of Canada support to YMCA-YWCA of Winnipeg to assist local youth

Fri, 10 May 2013 15:27:00 GMT

Shelly Glover, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Finance and Member of Parliament for Saint Boniface, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will announce Government of Canada support to YMCA-YWCA of Winnipeg to assist local youth.

James Bezan will announce Government of Canada support to Network 4 Change to assist local youth

Thu, 02 May 2013 16:00:00 GMT

James Bezan, Member of Parliament for Selkirk-Interlake, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will announce Government of Canada support to Network 4 Change to assist local youth.

Government of Canada awards military clothing contract to Winnipeg firm

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 19:30:00 GMT

The Honourable Vic Toews, Minister of Public Safety, on behalf of the Honourable Rona Ambrose, Minister of Public Works and Government Services and Minister for Status of Women, and the Honourable Kerry-Lynne D. Findlay, QC, Associate Minister of National Defence and Member of Parliament for Delta-Richmond East, today announced that the Government of Canada has awarded a contract to Peerless Garments Ltd., in Winnipeg, Manitoba, for the production of hot weather hybrid shirts for the Canadian Armed Forces personnel.

Government of Canada helps people with disabilities in Winnipeg gain job skills

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 15:00:00 GMT

The Government of Canada will help people with disabilities in Winnipeg develop the skills they need to find jobs, announced Lawrence Toet, Member of Parliament for Elmwood-Transcona, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.

Mr. Lawrence Toet will announce Government of Canada support to Work and Social Opportunities Inc. (W.A.S.O.) to assist those in the area

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 19:55:00 GMT

Mr. Lawrence Toet, Member of Parliament for Elmwood-Transcona, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will announce Government of Canada support to Work and Social Opportunities Inc. (W.A.S.O.) to assist those in the area.

Harper Government to make an announcement in support of the Canadian Armed Forces and the economy

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 18:05:00 GMT

Government of Canada invests to help youth in the Parkwest region get jobs

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 20:00:00 GMT

The Government of Canada is providing support for local youth to help them gain the skills and knowledge they need to enter and succeed in the job market. The announcement was made by Robert Sopuck, Member of Parliament for Dauphin-Swan River-Marquette, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.

Government of Canada helps people with disabilities in the Selkirk and Steinbach areas gain job skills

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 14:00:00 GMT

The Government of Canada will help people with disabilities in the Selkirk and Steinbach areas develop the skills they need to find jobs, announced James Bezan, Member of Parliament for Selkirk-Interlake, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.

Joyce Bateman will make an announcement regarding Government of Canada support for children and families to the Winnipeg Foundation for its Growing Active Kids project

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 20:11:00 GMT

Joyce Bateman, Member of Parliament for Winnipeg South Centre, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will make an announcement regarding Government of Canada support for children and families to the Winnipeg Foundation for its Growing Active Kids project.

Robert Sopuck will announce Government of Canada support to the Regional Employment Resource Center to assist local youth

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 19:00:00 GMT

Robert Sopuck, Member of Parliament for Dauphin-Swan River-Marquette, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will announce Government of Canada support to the Regional Employment Resource Center to assist local youth.

Government of Canada invests to help youth in Brandon get jobs

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 18:00:00 GMT

The Government of Canada is providing support for youth in Brandon to help them gain the skills, knowledge and experience they need to enter and succeed in the job market. The announcement was made by Merv Tweed, Member of Parliament for Brandon-Souris, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.

Government of Canada helps people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in Thompson

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 17:00:00 GMT

Canadians who are facing homelessness will have continued access to support services as a result of funding provided to the City of Thompson. The Honourable Vic Toews, Minister of Public Safety and Member of Parliament for Provencher, made the announcement today on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.

Merv Tweed will announce Government of Canada support to the Career and Employment Youth Services (CEYS) to assist local youth

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 18:00:00 GMT

Merv Tweed, Member of Parliament for Brandon-Souris, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will announce Government of Canada support to the Career and Employment Youth Services (CEYS) to assist local youth.

Dr. Kellie Leitch will speak at the Corporate Lunch for the 16th Annual Skills Manitoba Competition in Winnipeg

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 17:00:00 GMT

Dr. Kellie Leitch, Parliamentary Secretary to the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will speak at the Corporate Lunch for the 16th Annual Skills Manitoba Competition in Winnipeg.

Government of Canada supports youth in skilled trades

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 16:30:00 GMT

Over 475 youth from across Manitoba competed in more than 40 trade and technology fields at the Skills Manitoba Competition today. Speaking at the event, Dr. Kellie Leitch, Parliamentary Secretary to the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, congratulated the participants and outlined recent federal budget measures that will support youth.

Harper Government Invests in Improvements to Winnipeg's Community Infrastructure

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 17:20:00 GMT

Today, Joyce Bateman, Member of Parliament for Winnipeg South Centre, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, announced support for the Knox Centre Winnipeg Inc. under the Harper Government's Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund (CIIF).

Harper Government Invests in Research Excellence at Canadian Universities (Manitoba)

Fri, 15 Mar 2013 16:30:00 GMT

Winnipeg, Manitoba, March 15, 2013-Some of the world's most accomplished and promising minds working in diverse scientific disciplines will receive significant support from the Harper Government, through the Canada Research Chairs program, to pursue world-class research at post-secondary institutions across Canada. The Honourable Vic Toews, Minister of Public Safety, along with Rod Bruinooge, Member of Parliament for Winnipeg South, today announced an investment of $4.8 million to support six Canada Research Chairs in Manitoba as part of the national announcement made by the Honourable Gary Goodyear, Minister of State (Science and Technology).

Harper Government to Make Significant Announcement About Research and Innovation in Canada (Manitoba)

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 16:42:00 GMT

Event date: March 15, 2013 — On Friday, March 15, the Honourable Vic Toews, Minister of Public Safety, along with Rod Bruinooge, Member of Parliament for Winnipeg South, will highlight a significant investment related to research and innovation in Canada.

Government of Canada helps people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in Manitoba

Fri, 08 Mar 2013 15:00:00 GMT

Vulnerable Canadians who are homeless and suffering from mental illness will benefit from research examining ways to prevent evictions, as a result of federal funding provided to the University of Winnipeg. The Honourable Vic Toews, Minister of Public Safety and Member of Parliament for Provencher, made the announcement today on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.

The Honourable Vic Toews will announce Government of Canada support to the University of Winnipeg to help people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 15:00:00 GMT

The Honourable Vic Toews, Minister of Public Safety and Member of Parliament for Provencher, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will announce Government of Canada support to the University of Winnipeg to help people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.

Government of Canada invests to help youth in southwestern Manitoba get jobs

Fri, 01 Mar 2013 14:00:00 GMT

The Government of Canada announced new funding to support youth in southwestern Manitoba to help them gain the knowledge they need to enter and succeed in the job market. The announcement was made by Merv Tweed, Member of Parliament for Brandon-Souris, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.

Shelly Glover will celebrate the completion of 2 projects for people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in Manitoba

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 16:00:00 GMT

Shelly Glover, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Finance and Member of Parliament for Saint Boniface, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will celebrate the completion of 2 projects for people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in Manitoba.

Minister Toews invites local employers to apply for Canada Summer Jobs funding - Creating jobs, strengthening communities

Fri, 01 Feb 2013 18:00:00 GMT

The Honourable Vic Toews, Minister of Public Safety, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, today encouraged employers to apply for funding through the Canada Summer Jobs program to help create student jobs.

The Honourable Vic Toews will make an announcement regarding the Canada Summer Jobs program

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 18:05:00 GMT

The Honourable Vic Toews, Minister of Public Safety and Member of Parliament for Provencher, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will make an announcement regarding the Canada Summer Jobs program.

Government of Canada invests to help recent graduates in Winnipeg find jobs

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 17:30:00 GMT

The Government of Canada announced new funding to support recent graduates in Manitoba to help them gain the skills, knowledge and experience they need to enter and succeed in the job market. The announcement was made by Dr. Kellie Leitch, Parliamentary Secretary to the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.

Dr. Kellie Leitch will make an important announcement in support of local youth in Winnipeg

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 17:30:00 GMT

Dr. Kellie Leitch, Parliamentary Secretary to the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will make an important announcement in support of local youth in Winnipeg.

Government of Canada invests to help youth in Westman area get jobs

Tue, 18 Dec 2012 14:00:00 GMT

The Government of Canada is providing support for youth in the Westman area to help them gain the skills, knowledge and experience they need to enter and succeed in the job market. The announcement was made by Merv Tweed, Member of Parliament for BrandonSouris, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.

Government of Canada helps people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in Manitoba

Fri, 14 Dec 2012 19:30:00 GMT

People who are homeless or at risk of homelessness will get more help from local organizations as a result of funding provided to the Brandon Neighbourhood Renewal Corporation (BNRC). Merv Tweed, Member of Parliament for Brandon-Souris, made the announcement today on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.

Merv Tweed will announce Government of Canada funding to help the homeless and those at risk of homelessness in Brandon

Thu, 13 Dec 2012 16:00:00 GMT

Merv Tweed, Member of Parliament for Brandon-Souris, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will announce Government of Canada funding to help the homeless and those at risk of homelessness in Brandon.

Government of Canada invests to help youth in southwestern Manitoba get jobs

Mon, 26 Nov 2012 14:00:00 GMT

The Government of Canada is providing support for youth in Deloraine, Melita, Boissevain and Killarney to help them gain the skills and knowledge they need to enter and succeed in the job market. The announcement was made by Merv Tweed, Member of Parliament for Brandon-Souris, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.

Government of Canada invests to help youth in Minnedosa get jobs

Thu, 15 Nov 2012 18:00:00 GMT

The Government of Canada is providing support for youth in Minnedosa to help them gain the skills, knowledge and experience they need to enter and succeed in the job market. The announcement was made by Robert Sopuck, Member of Parliament for Dauphin-Swan River-Marquette, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.

Robert Sopuck will announce Government of Canada support to Yellowhead Regional Employment Skills and Services Inc. to assist local youth

Wed, 14 Nov 2012 19:00:00 GMT

Robert Sopuck, Member of Parliament for Dauphin-Swan River-Marquette, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will announce Government of Canada support to Yellowhead Regional Employment Skills and Services Inc. to assist local youth.

Government of Canada invests to help recent graduates in Edmonton get jobs

Tue, 23 Oct 2012 15:00:00 GMT

The Government of Canada announced new funding to support recent post secondary graduates in Edmonton to help them gain the skills and experience they need to enter and succeed in the job market. The announcement was made by the Honourable Rona Ambrose, Minister of Public Works and Government Services, Minister for Status of Women and Member of Parliament for Edmonton-Spruce Grove, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.

Government of Canada invests to help youth in the Dauphin area get jobs

Fri, 19 Oct 2012 18:00:00 GMT

The Government of Canada announced support for youth in the Dauphin area to help them gain the skills, knowledge and experience they need to enter and succeed in the job market. The announcement was made by Robert Sopuck, Member of Parliament for Dauphin-Swan River-Marquette, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.

MP Robert Sopuck will make an announcement to assist local youth

Thu, 18 Oct 2012 18:00:00 GMT

Robert Sopuck, Member of Parliament for Dauphin¿Swan River¿Marquette, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will make an announcement to assist local youth.

Speaking notes for the Honourable Diane Finley to announce Foreign Credential Recognition Loans Pilot funding to Supporting Employment and Economic Development (SEED) Winnipeg

Fri, 12 Oct 2012 17:00:00 GMT

Speaking notes for the Honourable Diane Finley to announce Foreign Credential Recognition Loans Pilot funding to Supporting Employment and Economic Development (SEED) Winnipeg.

Government of Canada helps people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in Manitoba

Fri, 12 Oct 2012 16:00:00 GMT

Vulnerable people will have greater access to transitional housing, announced Candice Bergen, Member of Parliament for Portage-Lisgar, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.

Harper Government helps over 140 internationally trained professionals in Manitoba find jobs in their field

Fri, 12 Oct 2012 16:00:00 GMT

The Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, today announced that skilled newcomers in Manitoba will receive financial assistance to help them have their education and experience recognized so they can find jobs in their fields faster. Minister Finley made the announcement with the Honourable Christine Melnick, Manitoba's Minister of Immigration and Multiculturalism.

The Honourable Diane Finley will make an announcement on foreign credential recognition in Winnipeg, Manitoba

Thu, 11 Oct 2012 21:28:00 GMT

The Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will make an announcement on foreign credential recognition in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

Government of Canada helps people with disabilities in the Brandon area develop job skills

Thu, 11 Oct 2012 14:00:00 GMT

The Government of Canada will help 60 people with disabilities develop the skills they need to find jobs, today announced Merv Tweed, Member of Parliament for Brandon-Souris, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.

St. Andrews Lock and Dam - Closing Date For 2012 Navigation Season

Wed, 03 Oct 2012 20:00:00 GMT

The St. Andrews Lock and Dam will be closed for the season to marine vessels at midnight on October 14, 2012. Navigation through the lock will cease on this date and the lock will reopen in the spring.

Government of Canada improves accessibility in Winnipeg

Mon, 01 Oct 2012 15:29:00 GMT

The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Winnipeg Region is increasing accessibility for people with disabilities and enabling them to participate more fully in their community, thanks to an investment from the Government of Canada's Enabling Accessibility Fund.

Canada Deploys Mobile Laboratory to Assist in African Ebola Outbreak

Sun, 30 Sep 2012 13:00:00 GMT

At the request of the World Health Organization, the Public Health Agency of Canada is deploying its mobile laboratory to help respond to an outbreak of Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The Honourable Leona Aglukkaq, Minister of Health, today commended the Agency's humanitarian efforts.