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Today, speaking at the Mining Association of Canada's annual meeting of its board of directors, the Honourable Julian Fantino, Minister of International Cooperation, underscored how increased transparency can help developing countries maximize the benefits of their natural resources while providing fair returns for transparent and responsible private enterprise.
The Honourable Denis Lebel, Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities, Minister of the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec and Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, took the opportunity while visiting the 50th Paris Air Show at Le Bourget today to promote the skills and know-how of the Quebec and Canadian aerospace industry. In the presence of the many Quebec companies exhibiting at the show, the Minister seized the occasion to announce the awarding of financial assistance to 10 Greater Montréal businesses and organizations in the sector.
While at the 50th Paris Air Show at Le Bourget, the Honourable Denis Lebel, Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities, Minister of the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec and Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, promoted the skills and know-how of the Quebec and Canadian aerospace industry. He also took this opportunity to announce, before several Quebec firms present in Paris, that the firm Héli Technik Inc. has been granted financial assistance to improve its productivity.
June 18, 2013, Ottawa: The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) suspended the license of Establishment 720, Aliya's Foods Ltd., effective June 17, 2013. Aliya's Foods Ltd. is a ready-to-eat red meat and poultry establishment located in Edmonton, AB.
This suspension is a result of non-compliance with the Meat Inspection Regulations. In particular, Aliya's Foods Ltd. has failed to document and address product cooling issues during pre-shipment review, and failed to address allergen control issues.
Press Releases
Government of Canada Invests in Improvements to Harrison Mills’ Community Infrastructure
Submitted by editor on Wed, 04/03/2013 - 22:21
Apr 03, 2013
Harrison Mills, BC – Today, Mark Strahl, Member of Parliament for Chilliwack—Fraser Canyon, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, announced support for the Fraser Heritage Society under the Harper Government's Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund (CIIF).
Government of Canada Invests in Improvements to Agassiz’s Community Infrastructure
Submitted by editor on Wed, 04/03/2013 - 22:17
Apr 03, 2013
Agassiz, BC – Today, Mark Strahl, Member of Parliament for Chilliwack—Fraser Canyon, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, announced support for the District of Kent Fitness Activity Centre under the Harper Government's Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund (CIIF).
New treatment plant will enhance water quality for Harrison Hot Springs
Submitted by editor on Wed, 04/03/2013 - 22:12
Apr 03, 2013
Harrison Hot Springs, BC – The Village of Harrison Hot Springs will soon benefit from upgrades to its water system and will be able to begin a water utility master plan thanks to a contribution of more than $1.2 million from the Government of Canada through the Gas Tax Fund transfer.
Strahl applauds Jobs and Economic Growth Plan
Submitted by editor on Fri, 03/22/2013 - 16:24
Mar 21, 2013
Ottawa- Chilliwack-Fraser Canyon MP, Mark Strahl applauded the next phase of the Conservative Government's plan for jobs, growth and long-term prosperity. Economic Action Plan 2013 introduces a bold new training initiative, the largest investment in infrastructure in Canadian history and significant support for Canada's manufacturing.
New recreation infrastructure celebrated in Chilliwack’s Yarrow community
Submitted by editor on Mon, 03/11/2013 - 17:53
Mar 08, 2013
Chilliwack, British Columbia – Increased recreational opportunities were celebrated in Yarrow today, alongside the official opening of the new Yarrow Community School.
Government of Canada Invests in Improvements to Ashcroft’s Community Infrastructure
Submitted by editor on Wed, 03/06/2013 - 19:24
Mar 06, 2013
Ashcroft, British Columbia – Today, Mark Strahl, Member of Parliament for Chilliwack—Fraser Canyon, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, announced support for the Ashcroft and District Curling Club under the Harper Government's Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund (CIIF).
Chilliwack Hospice Society
Submitted by editor on Mon, 03/04/2013 - 23:12
Mar 04, 2013
Ottawa- Chilliwack-Fraser Canyon MP, Mark Strahl stood in the House of Commons today to recognize the work of the Chilliwack Hospice Society:
"Mr. Speaker, I rise in the House today to highlight the wonderful work of the Chilliwack Hospice Society and its outgoing executive director, Geri McGrath.
Government of Canada Invests in Chilliwack Cultural Centre
Submitted by editor on Wed, 02/20/2013 - 23:25
Feb 19, 2013
CHILLIWACK, British Columbia, February 19, 2013 – Today, Mark Strahl, Member of Parliament (Chilliwack–Fraser Canyon), on behalf of the Honourable James Moore, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages, announced support for the Chilliwack Arts and Cultural Centre Society.
Standing up for victims of crime; protecting communities
Submitted by editor on Wed, 02/13/2013 - 17:24
Feb 12, 2013
Ottawa- Mark Strahl, MP for Chilliwack-Fraser Canyon applauded an announcement by Prime Minister Stephen Harper of new legislation that will protect Canadians from high-risk accused persons found Not-Criminally Responsible on Account of Mental Disorder (NCR). High profile Not Criminally Responsible cases have included the horrific Allan Schoenborn and Vincent Li incidents which have concerned Canadians deeply.
Nominate an outstanding Canadian educator
Submitted by editor on Wed, 02/13/2013 - 17:16
Feb 12, 2013
MP Mark Strahl meets with Richard Lade and recipient of a
2012 Prime Minister's Award for Teaching Excellence, Julie Lade.
Ottawa- MP for Chilliwack-Fraser Canyon, Mark Strahl wants to spread the word that nominations are now being accepted for the 2013 Prime Minister's Awards for Teaching Excellence and Excellence in Early Childhood Education.
