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Government of Canada Invests to Help Albertans Improve their Skills and Find Jobs in Today’s Labour Market

Posted on 21 November 2023

As Canada’s workforce continues to strengthen and expand, it is important to ensure that Canadians have the right skill sets to find meaningful jobs and to progress in their careers. Labour markets are changing, and workers need to be ready. That is why the Government of Canada, along with its provincial and territorial partners, is helping Canadians access the skills training they need to take advantage of economic opportunities wherever they exist.

Today, the Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, Randy Boissonnault, together with Alberta’s Minister of Jobs, Economy and Trade, Matt Jones, announced an additional $72.9 million to Alberta for a total of $322 million in 2023–24 under the labour market agreements. This additional funding builds on years of investments and will ensure Albertans can access the supports they need to fully participate in the labour market in different sectors such as in agriculture, tourism and technology.

Building on measures already in place, this investment will offer extensive new training and career development opportunities for Alberta residents, allowing them to improve their skills, find long-term jobs and advance their career opportunities. In 2021–22, more than 100,000 Albertans received training and employment supports through the labour market agreements.

Minister Boissonnault made this announcement during a visit to NorQuest College, a job skills training provider. Through their various programs and initiatives, which receive funding through labour market agreements, NorQuest College will connect Indigenous workers with training and career opportunities in the construction industry. The college will also provide participants who are looking to enhance their skills with access to computers and career coaching. Additionally, NorQuest College will offer upskilling through virtual reality technology, benefiting students, unemployed individuals and employers.

Labour market agreements fund both Labour Market Development Agreements (LMDAs) and Workforce Development Agreements (WDAs) through bilateral agreements with the provinces and territories.

LMDAs are an essential part of Canada’s Employment Insurance (EI) program. They support millions of workers every year by providing training, upskilling, employment supports, career counselling and job search assistance. WDAs assist individuals regardless of their EI history or employment status. Those who are unemployed, underemployed, employed or self-employed can receive supports to upskill and reorient their careers and, ultimately, to find and maintain good jobs.

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Voyce Announces Partnership with Rexall Pharmacies, Now Provides Medical Interpretation Services in Retail Locations Across Canada

Posted on 25 October 2023

Customers to Canada’s largest retail pharmacy can now receive instant video and audio interpretation services in 240+ languages to help with medication and other health-related questions

Voyce, a technology-driven company dedicated to breaking down language barriers in healthcare, and Rexall Pharmacy Group, the leading pharmacy retailer in Canada, are embarking on a ground-breaking new partnership to help provide more equitable and inclusive access to pharmacy services across Canada. Voyce provides an on-demand language interpretation service that delivers simple, seamless, and secure twenty-four-seven video access to medical interpreters who speak more than 240 languages and dialects, including Quebec and American Sign Language.

“Providing patients with an accurate explanation of their treatment and medications is a top priority for our pharmacy teams,” says Nicolas Caprio, President, Rexall Pharmacy Group. “Canada has a rich linguistic diversity, and this technology enables us to overcome communication barriers to better serve our customers in any language they feel most comfortable conversing in. We are so thrilled to partner with Voyce interpretive services to help bridge these gaps in care and build better trust with our patients by providing them with further options for communications within our pharmacy setting.”

Rexall understands that health and wellness look different for everyone, and the goal of this collaboration is to simplify and support whole health. Along with the full complement of pharmacy services, access to language interpretation will allow customers to receive the best form of care and enable more equitable and inclusive access to community pharmacy services.

“From hospitals and care centers to your local pharmacy, too many language barriers exist in the health and wellness space today, leaving non-English or French speaking patients vulnerable when seeking care,” said Andrew Royce, CEO of Voyce. “Together, Voyce’s integration into Rexall provides consistency in patient experience with professional medical interpretation, regardless of the language spoken. We are excited to bring our innovation and the peace of mind it provides to pharmacy customers across Canada and are proud to help ensure that all those who need can have their voice heard.”

In real-time, pharmacy teams can access Voyce’s network of medical interpreters to seamlessly communicate with patients on their device of choice, including smartphones, tablets, laptops, and desktops.

To view a video about this new partnership from a Rexall location, please visit: https://www.rexall.ca/voyce

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Warwick Hotels and Resorts Opens in Montréal for Its First Hotel in Canada

Posted on 6 September 2023

The iconic Warwick Hotels & Resorts (WHR) opens their first property in Canada with Warwick Le Crystal – Montréal, in the midst of the city’s economic and cultural center. Warwick Le Crystal – Montréal features 131 rooms and suites and follows WHR’s core strategy, namely, having hotels located in the center of commercial, cultural and gastronomic activities of international gateway cities.

Each hotel in the Warwick Collection reflects the spirit of the origins in the locale it inhabits, originality and personality it possesses, made exquisite by influences of its history, people and culture. Warwick Le Crystal – Montréal is conveniently located in downtown Montréal close to the city’s top entertainment, sports and popular attractions, and is the closest hotel to the iconic and popular Bell Center.

“The WHR hotel collection is proud to have chosen Montreal as the premier destination within the collection in Canada,” says Clare Chiu, Vice President of Development of Warwick Hotels and Resorts. “With its prime location in the heart of Montreal’s economic activity, its recognized international diversity, and its unique Franco-American culture, the Warwick Le Crystal hotel undoubtedly reflects the DNA of the Group.”

“The arrival of Warwick Le Crystal in downtown Montreal, formerly known as Hotel Le Crystal, marks a new beginning alongside the esteemed Warwick family and its international reputation. Our clients seek personalized service, comfort, and authentic experiences,” adds Eric Hamel, General Manager of Warwick Le Crystal – Montréal. “That is precisely what Warwick Le Crystal – Montreal will strive to deliver.“

Guests visiting the hotel can now enjoy an extraordinary stay in one of the hotel’s beautifully appointed suites that combine chic and urban style, specially designed for maximum comfort, with living spaces brightened by natural light and a soothing atmosphere. The suites at Warwick Le Crystal – Montréal feature kitchenettes, king sized beds and amenities made for comfortable, long term and family friendly stays. The hotel suites are generously oversized, with many of them boasting balconies and terraces – a rare commodity in the city center.

Visitors and guests can also indulge in the hotel’s lifestyle and wellness center on the 12th-floor that offers moments of relaxation with a panoramic view of downtown Montréal, featuring an indoor pool, an outdoor terrace hot tub, a sauna, a fitness center, and the celebrated spa, Eléments Maison de Beauté.

WHR immerses guests in a truly unique experience rich in local history and prestige. Having built a strong presence in the hearts of international cities such as Paris, New York, London, Geneva, Dallas, Chicago and San Francisco, WHR is thrilled to expand its geographical reach into Canada with Warwick Le Crystal – Montréal.

WHR was founded over 35 years ago starting with its first hotel – the iconic Warwick New York, acquired in 1980. An emblematic establishment of the Big Apple since 1926, The Warwick Hotel New York was commissioned by William Randolph Hearst with inspiration from his love, actress Marion Davis, and was built next to the Ziegfeld Theatre to host their Hollywood friends. Since then, the hotel continues to host celebrities and is synonymous with New York glamour and understated elegance.

Inspired by the heritage of this hotel, Warwick has developed a collection of luxury hotels and resorts worldwide derived from its identity. Each Warwick hotel is bound by its individuality along with its own remarkable and unique story to tell. Warwick Le Crystal – Montréal welcomed its first guests in May this year.

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Laurentian Bank of Canada Declares Dividend on its Common Shares

Posted on 31 August 2023

At its meeting held on August 30, 2023, the Board of Directors of Laurentian Bank of Canada declared a regular quarterly dividend of 47 cents per share on the common shares’ payable on November 1, 2023 to the holders of record at the close of business on October 2, 2023.

The above-mentioned dividends are designated as eligible dividends for the purposes of the Income Tax Act (Canada) and any similar provincial and territorial legislation.

The Bank’s common shares are eligible shares under the Bank’s Shareholder Dividend Reinvestment and Share Purchase Plan (the “Plan”). Consequently, the holders of such shares may elect to reinvest their dividends in newly issued common shares of the Bank. Such purchases will be made at the applicable investment price as defined in the Plan, less a discount of 2%, and no brokerage commissions or service charges of any kind will apply.

In addition, holders of such shares are entitled to make monthly optional cash payments to purchase additional common shares in accordance with the terms of the Plan.

For more information, please contact Computershare Trust Company of Canada by phone at 1-800-564-6253 or by e-mail at [email protected], or by mail 650 De Maisonneuve West 7th floor, Montreal, QC H3A 3T2. Beneficial or non-registered owners of common and preferred shares must contact their financial institution or broker for instructions on how to participate in the Plan.

Registered holders who participate in the Plan who wish to terminate their participation so that cash dividends to which they are entitled to be paid on and after November 1, 2023 are not reinvested in common shares under the Plan, must deliver written notice to Computershare Trust of Canada at the above-mentioned address by no later than October 2, 2023. Beneficial or non-registered holder who participate in the Plan and who wish to terminate their participation so that cash dividends to which they are entitled to be paid on and after November 1, 2023 are not reinvested in common shares under the Plan must contact their financial institution or broker for instructions on how to terminate participation in the Plan in advance of October 2, 2023.

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Thinkific Debuts Automated Sales Tax Solution for Creators Powered by Stripe

Posted on 17 August 2023

All-new automated solution designed to calculate, collect, report and remit taxes on Creator sales in the US & Canada, saving significant time and effort in sales tax administration
Thinkific is one of the first platforms globally to deploy the new, Stripe-powered solution
Thinkific also announces advanced analytics capabilities, powering a new suite of commerce products and enabling Creators to make better informed business decisions and drive further efficiency and growth

Thinkific Labs Inc, a leading platform for creating, marketing, and selling online learning products, announced the launch of a new, first-of-its-kind automated Sales Tax Solution for Creators. Thinkific will be one of the first platforms globally to deploy the solution which is powered by industry-leading financial infrastructure platform Stripe and designed to streamline the sales tax process for Creators using Thinkific Payments.

“Our Sales Tax Solution has been designed to take the complexity and confusion associated with taxes completely off our Creators’ plates,” said Greg Smith, CEO of Thinkific. “Navigating sales tax remittance across multiple jurisdictions can be very complicated and time-consuming, which is why we’ve partnered with Stripe to offer an automated solution that seamlessly handles all aspects of tax compliance. Through automating this process, our Creators can concentrate on what matters most: delivering exceptional content and growing remarkable businesses.”

Sales taxes have long been a challenge for online Creators. The complexities of tax rules and obligations associated with tax filing across different states and provinces, coupled with ever-changing regulations, makes ensuring compliance for Creators nearly impossible to do manually.

With the new automated tax solution, Thinkific facilitates Creator tax compliance on transactions across the United States and Canada processed through Thinkific Payments, providing a comprehensive tax management system handling tax calculations, collections, and remittances for all sales from customers located in the United States and Canada.

“Many platforms took a simpler route by calculating and collecting tax and letting sellers manage remittance. That didn’t feel right for Thinkific. Our solution removes the burden on Creators to register with over 50 tax authorities across the United States and Canada, track how much is owed and been paid to each, and comply with the remittance schedules for each tax authority. We went further than other platforms by taking responsibility for remittance and automating sales tax completely. Overnight, sales processed on Thinkific Payments in the USA and Canada became sales tax compliant without Creators having to do a thing,” said Peter Fitzpatrick, Vice President, Head of Commerce.

In addition to ensuring compliance with tax regulations, the Thinkific Sales Tax Solution allows Creators to earn more on each sale they make, automatically calculating and adding applicable taxes on top of their set product price, so they no longer absorb varying tax costs across jurisdictions.

“Tax compliance is a huge challenge for every business — and particularly for small businesses running on platforms. That’s why we built Stripe Tax for platforms. We’re proud to enable Thinkific to even better support its Creators, so they can focus on their true passion,” said Michael Carney, product lead for Stripe Tax at Stripe.

The automated tax solution is now live for all Thinkific Payments customers and applies to sales in the USA and Canada.

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Government of Canada Invests in Arseno’s Growth

Posted on 13 July 2023

Bas-Saint-Laurent business receives over $100,000 in financial assistance from CED.

Supporting SME growth contributes to economic development in Quebec’s regions. That is why the Honourable Pascale St‑Onge, Minister of Sport and Minister responsible for CED, took the opportunity during her visit today to announce a repayable contribution of $100,610 for Arseno. This CED support will enable the business to increase its productivity and boost its growth through the acquisition and installation of automated screen‑printing equipment.

Arseno specializes in the manufacture of essential personalized clothing for employees and to promote company brands. CED’s assistance will enable it to add a second screen printing station. The SME will thus be able to increase its volume of orders and significantly expand its productivity and production capacity.

The Government of Canada recognizes and supports businesses and organizations that are a source of pride in their communities. Quebec’s economic growth relies on organizations with strong roots in the regional economy; they represent key assets in building a sustainable, inclusive economy.

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“The manufacturing industry is a pillar of our economy, which is why our government has committed to making investments to ensure our SMEs remain competitive and innovative. Thanks to CED’s support, Arseno has acquired automated screen-printing equipment that will enable it to grow. The success and spin-offs of this project will contribute to the economic vitality of Matane and the greater Bas‑Saint‑Laurent region.”

The Honourable Pascale St-Onge, Member of Parliament for Brome–Missisquoi, Minister of Sport and Minister responsible for CED

“The support and confidence of a partner such as CED is key to our organization’s growth. A year after Arseno was purchased, such an investment would not have been possible without their assistance. Arseno is a well-established business, with a solid foundation but, in 2023, acquiring this new equipment was necessary to ensure our position on the market. On top of creating two new jobs within the team, this will enable us to increase our market share in tourist regions outside Quebec in the coming years. Thank you to CED for believing in the business’s vision and ambition.”

Camille Arsenault, Jessica Côté and Sarah Couture, Co‑owners, Arseno

Quick facts

The funds have been granted under CED’s Regional Economic Growth through Innovation program. This program targets entrepreneurs leveraging innovation to grow their businesses and enhance their competitiveness, as well as regional economic stakeholders helping to create an entrepreneurial environment conducive to innovation and growth for all, across all regions.
In Quebec, SMEs account for 99.7% of the province’s businesses and 50% of its GDP.
CED is a key federal partner in Quebec’s regional economic development. With its 12 regional business offices, CED accompanies businesses, supporting organizations and all regions across Quebec into tomorrow’s economy.

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FLO and Nissan Canada Announce New Initiatives to Boost EV Adoption

Posted on 7 June 2023

FLO Home^TM charging units to be available for purchase at Nissan dealer locations
$150 charging credit for customers purchasing a new Nissan Leaf or ARIYA with a Nissan EV Care protection package

FLO^®, a leading North American electric vehicle (EV) charging company and a smart charging solutions provider, and Nissan Canada are making EV charging more convenient with two initiatives — complimentary FLO charging credits and greater access to FLO’s residential EV chargers across Canada for new car buyers.

The programs will give $150 worth of charging credits to Nissan Canada customers who purchase or lease a new Nissan EV along with the Nissan EV Care protection package. Additionally, Canadian drivers can now purchase FLO Home chargers at Nissan dealerships nationwide.

“With more EVs on North America’s roads than ever before, FLO provides drivers with accessible, safe, and reliable EV chargers – at home or on the go. We welcome new Nissan drivers to the FLO network, which proudly boasts a 98% network uptime,” said Louis Tremblay, FLO President and CEO. “These new initiatives with Nissan are only the beginning of our joint commitment to accelerating EV adoption in North America, and we look forward to growing this relationship.”

FLO provides EV drivers with a seamless network of easy-to-use EV charging stations and a complete portfolio of dependable charging solutions. Nissan drivers will have access to the FLO EV Charging Network, providing access to charge their EV at FLO Level 2 & DC fast chargers located coast-to-coast across Canada and the U.S.

“As we broaden our electric vehicles offering, we are excited to collaborate with FLO to bring charging even closer to our customers,” said Ben Lee, President of Nissan Canada Extended Services Inc. (NCESI). “We’re thrilled to provide $150 in charging credits to new Nissan EV drivers with their Nissan EV Care protection package. Additionally, Nissan customers will be able to purchase the FLO Home charger directly from Nissan Canada dealerships.”

Nissan Canada has selected the FLO Home charger as the home charging unit offered at its dealerships. Engineered to withstand extreme weather conditions, the 100% aluminum, waterproof, impact and corrosion-resistant enclosure is built to last. The ENERGY STAR certified home charger matches most maximum EV power acceptance rates to charge most vehicles in 6-8 hours, allowing drivers to power up overnight. The X5 model offers sophisticated smart charging, enabling the customer to schedule specific charging times, limit power during peak periods, track usage, and configure settings from their iOS or Android device.

For more information on FLO’s collaborations and partnerships with automakers, visit flo.com. To learn more about how FLO calculates uptime, visit: 98% Uptime.

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Best Injury Lawyer 2023 (Alberta): Joseph A. Nagy

Posted on 31 May 2023

What is the first thing to know about our Best Injury Lawyer 2023 (Alberta): Joseph A. Nagy? We could talk about his growing reputation as Alberta’s toughest injury lawyer or how he is a powerful ally for his clients. As one client put it: “He did a fantastic job and if you get to see him in action…. he’s a shark!” We could say Joseph A. Nagy is a personal injury lawyer who won’t stop fighting until his clients get all the compensation they deserve. As another client said: “I clearly remember him saying no that’s not enough. Sending the insurance lawyers to renegotiate. I remember his saying. NO I want it all. We did get it all.” Those client quotes give you a pretty good sense of Joseph A. Nagy’s fierce advocacy for his clients. But maybe those aren’t the first things to know.

The first thing to know may actually be that almost all of his clients know Joseph A. Nagy, Edmonton injury lawyer, as Joe. Typically, it won’t start off that way. Most injury clients are new clients. They have never been injured before. They have never needed an injury lawyer. They hope they never need one again. But from the moment they walk into the offices of Joseph A. Nagy Injury Law, they will sense a difference.

This isn’t some corporate legal firm stuck in a high-rise building. And Joe is not some slick corporate injury lawyer. His offices are located on an easily accessed, tree-lined neighbourhood street. Free parking here. Wheelchair accessible. Go in and you immediately receive a friendly greeting and are made to feel welcome. Joe’s staff obviously enjoy working for him. Like Joe, they emphasize the “personal” in personal injury law.

Perhaps you have been injured and you are meeting Joe for a free consultation meeting. Maybe you are already a client and there for a follow-up meeting. Or maybe you are a former client who has dropped by to say “Hi”. It doesn’t matter. You will meet Joe.

That emphasis on “personal” points to a fundamental difference between Joseph A. Nagy Injury Law and other major Edmonton injury law firms. Joe personally meets with you from your first free consultation meeting until your case is resolved. He gets to know you. When you hire Joe, you get Joe.

How can he do that?

Let’s start with the focus of his practice. Joseph A. Nagy Injury Law exclusively represents people injured in motor vehicle accidents. The Law Society of Alberta has strict rules about lawyers not referring to themselves as experts or specialists. Nonetheless, Joseph A. Nagy injury law can legitimately claim to be Edmonton’s foremost car accident injury law firm.

Focussing on injuries arising from motor vehicle accidents doesn’t mean you have a small injury law practice. It can just mean you are the best at what you do. Motor vehicle accidents, from multiple vehicle, truck, and car accidents to motorcycle, bicycle, and pedestrian accidents happen all too frequently. In 2020, the most recent year for which statistics are available, Alberta had close to 100,000 collisions resulting in more than 12,000 injuries. Of course, those injuries can range from wrongful death, traumatic brain injuries, and spinal injuries, to broken bones, chronic pain, and minor injuries.

Joe has experience with every imaginable type of motor vehicle accident and injury. He has successfully resolved many thousands of injury claims from car accidents. He knows the law and the legal rulings that can impact your compensation. Joe’s exclusive focus on injuries from car accidents and his more than 17 years of experience enable him to understand the unique circumstances of each client’s accident and injury. That ultimately helps him build a strategy to win each client’s personal injury claim. But he certainly doesn’t do it alone.

That leads us to Joe’s team. They help create the welcome atmosphere we mentioned. Some work more in the foreground and others in the background. Reviews can tell you a lot about a personal injury law firm, so you will see lots of accolades like “great team,” “full of compassion,” and “extremely helpful.” Joe’s team is also experienced, expert, and professional.

Nicole Adams, Joe’s Senior Legal Assistant, has been with Joe for many years and is frequently mentioned in client reviews (“knowledgeable and easy to work with,” “professional and great at her job”). When you are injured, the personal injury claim process can be daunting or even overwhelming. You have forms to complete. Deadlines to meet. Questions you need answered. Negotiations that must be conducted. What do you tell the insurance company? Are there things you shouldn’t tell the insurance company? Do you mention your accident on social media? Joe and his team make navigating the entire personal injury claim process as straightforward as possible. Nicole plays a major role here. She makes sure your questions are promptly answered. Everything is done on schedule. You are always updated. You are never out of the loop. With Joseph A. Nagy Injury Law, you get to focus on your own health and recovery knowing that Joseph A. Nagy will be there to help you and make sure you receive all the compensation you deserve.

One client raved that Joe “makes money happen!!!” But how exactly does Joseph A. Nagy obtain maximum compensation for his clients? Joe calls the process “building an injury law case.” He starts from the fundamental proposition that a personal injury lawyer is an ally of their clients. Joe wants to maximize the compensation his clients receive. When Joe builds a personal injury case, he has to prove your damages warrant the maximum compensation you deserve.

That’s where other members of Joe’s team come in. Joseph A. Nagy Injury Law works with personal injury experts to prove damages. Which experts are needed depends on the case and the damages sought in the personal injury claim. For instance, damages might be for pain and suffering, medical expenses, future care, and loss of income or income earning capacity. For such a claim, Joe’s personal injury expert team might include medical, accident reconstruction, functional capacity, and economic loss experts. Joe only uses top-notch specialists who have been qualified by the Alberta Court of King’s Bench to testify in their respective capacity.

Joe explains his strategy: “I prepare cases to go to trial. I build an injury case by using scientific, medical, and other personal injury experts who are prepared to testify at trial. Insurance companies know I build injury cases that increase their risk of not settling. The outcome is that the insurance companies settle most claims. My clients receive more compensation after my fee is paid than the insurance company was offering. I take great pride in standing up for the little guy and making insurance companies pay fair compensation. I like that my clients have more money in their pockets.”

Personal injury claims can be complex, and insurance companies don’t like to pay the compensation you, the injury victim, may deserve. That can mean that a personal injury claim can drag on for years before you receive compensation. When that happens, you need an injury lawyer who cares about his clients and is willing to support and fight as long as it takes. Joseph A. Nagy never stops fighting. Perhaps we can best sum up Joseph A. Nagy’s determination to stand up for the little guy with another client quote: “I worked with Joe for almost 4 years after my accident and I can honestly say he worked very hard for me. There are very few in the legal world that actually care about you, that see you as more than a pay check, Joe is one. When I was suffering, he went out of his way to make sure I was ok…. He is thorough, thoughtful and will be an absolute shark in fighting for you. Thanks for all your help Joe!”

So, if you ever have the misfortune to be injured in a motor vehicle accident in central or northern Alberta and you need an injury lawyer, you won’t go wrong if you call Joseph A. Nagy, Edmonton injury lawyer and our Best Injury Lawyer 2023 (Alberta). Ask for a free consultation. He will handle your case personally from your initial meeting until the final settlement or trial. He will treat you with respect. He will explain a strategy to help you obtain the maximum compensation to which you are entitled. He will be your powerful ally, protect you, ease your stress and financial hardship, and fight every step of the way to obtain maximum compensation for your injury claim.

For business enquiries, contact Joseph A. Nagy from Joseph A. Nagy Injury Law on their website – https://josephanagy.com/

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Government of Canada Makes Important Investment to Fight Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR)

Posted on 12 May 2023

Antimicrobials, such as antibiotics, save lives every day. Without effective antimicrobials, common infections could become untreatable and even life-threatening for humans and animals.

While antimicrobials play a crucial role in the health of humans, animals, and plants, they can become less effective when the microbes that cause infections develop resistance to them. This process can be accelerated by the overuse of antimicrobials in humans and animals. Yet, despite their importance, most of the top pharmaceutical companies are no longer developing new antimicrobials, as the cost of investment in innovation heavily outweighs the financial return.

In 2018, it was estimated that more than 5,400 Canadians die every year from infections caused by bacteria that have become resistant to antibiotics and that antimicrobial resistance (AMR) costs our healthcare system $1.4 billion. AMR is clearly an urgent and growing threat to global health, with wide-spread socio-economic impacts.

Globally, AMR is a leading cause of death and is associated with close to five million annual deaths, more than HIV/AIDS, malaria, or breast cancer. If left unaddressed, AMR could bring a return to an era where modern-day life-saving medical procedures, such as cancer treatments and joint replacements, would no longer be possible due to the risk of untreatable infection.

As AMR knows no boundaries and poses a threat to people around the world, global commitment, collaboration, and ambitious action is critical to combatting AMR. Today, the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Health, announced an investment of $6.3 million to Combatting Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria Biopharmaceutical Accelerator (CARB-X) in support of global and domestic antimicrobial innovation. CARB-X is a non-profit organization and global partnership working to address the threat of antibiotic resistance. CARB-X accelerates innovation by supporting the development of new antibiotics, vaccines, diagnostics, and other preclinical and early-stage development products against antibiotic-resistant infections.

The Government of Canada recognizes the urgent need to take increased and expedited action to combat AMR. Through this investment, we will help support Canadian research groups and industry in their research and development efforts for therapeutic and diagnostic solutions to fight AMR. It will also help support global innovation by strengthening the discovery and development of new antimicrobial drugs needed to ensure patients can continue to rely on these life-saving medicines.

With this investment, Canada joins the efforts of AMR leaders across the globe including Germany, the United Kingdom, the United States, the Gates Foundation, and Wellcome Trust, as a contributor to CARB-X.

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“This investment will support accelerated research and development of new antimicrobial drugs, allowing us to monitor, prevent and mitigate the serious and growing threat of AMR, and ultimately preserve the effectiveness of the antimicrobials we rely on every day.”

The Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos
Minister of Health

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The Government of Canada Partners with Alberta Communities to Strengthen Asset Management

Posted on 28 April 2023

The Honourable Randy Boissonault, Minister of Tourism and Associate Minister of Finance, and Scott Pearce, Acting President of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), announced a federal investment of more than $635,000 to help 14 Alberta communities put in place innovative asset management strategies.

Asset management helps communities manage municipal infrastructure assets such as roads, arenas, bridges, drinking water and wastewater systems to ensure maximum performance and make better investment decisions. Asset management also helps reduce risks so municipalities can provide reliable and affordable services and a high quality of life to their residents.

This funding will help strengthen data-driven decision-making on key infrastructure and ensure long-term infrastructure performance. Among the recipients:

The Village of Berwyn is receiving $50,000 to acquire asset information on infrastructure located throughout the village and provide a geographic information system platform. It will allow for internal management of the assets while also providing the public the ability to view this data.
The Town of Turner Valley is receiving $40,000 to implement CityWide Maintenance Manager software and undergo systems training for a broader understanding of effective asset maintenance. The implementation of work order software will allow Turner Valley to gain an advanced understanding of its assets’ performance and effectively plan for future maintenance based on data-driven decisions. Further, the implementation of software and systems training will be a critical piece to increase involvement from staff across the organization in asset planning.
The Town of Gibbons is receiving $48,000 to move towards an innovative asset management system that will provide timely information to staff and Council for making long-term decisions on the upcoming infrastructure needs of a growing community. Asset classes that will be part of this project include wastewater, sewer, vehicles, lands, engineered structures, machinery and equipment, land and property.

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“Our government is investing in rural communities across Alberta to help strengthen data-driven decisions, improve efficiency of services, and chart a path for growth. Today’s funding will help Alberta communities improve management of their municipal assets and better respond to the changing needs of local residents and businesses. We will continue to work with all orders of government to ensure a brighter, more sustainable future for Albertans and all Canadians.”

The Honourable Randy Boissonault, Minister of Tourism and Associate Minister of Finance, on behalf of the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities

“From roads and bridges to buildings and wastewater systems, local governments own approximately 60% of the public infrastructure that supports our economy and our quality of life. That’s why it is so crucial to support them in building and maintaining strong asset management through initiatives like the Federation of Canadian Municipalities’ Municipal Asset Management Program. Funded by the Government of Canada, it helps communities in Alberta and across the country develop sound asset management practices and conduct data collection and analysis to improve their investment decisions.”

Scott Pearce, Acting President, Federation of Canadian Municipalities

Quick facts

The funding announced today comes from the Municipal Asset Management Program (MAMP) – a $110-million program funded by the Government of Canada and delivered by the Federation of Canadian Municipalities.
The MAMP is designed to help Canadian municipalities strengthen infrastructure investment decisions based on reliable data and sound asset management practices.
The MAMP provides asset management training, funding and information sharing to enable municipalities to access the data needed to plan effectively.
Through the Investing in Canada Plan, the Government of Canada is investing over $180 billion over 12 years in public transit, green infrastructure, social infrastructure, trade and transportation routes, and rural and northern communities across Canada.

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