The Government of Canada is moving quickly to apply a more rigorous approach to Governor in Council (GIC) appointments. The selection process will reflect the fundamental role that more than 1500 Canadians play in our democracy as they serve on commissions, boards, Crown corporations, agencies, and tribunals across the country.
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced that he and the Premiers will meet with First Nations, Inuit, and Metis leaders on March 2, 2016. The Prime Minister will then host a First Ministers’ Meeting (FMM) with Premiers on March 3, 2016. Both meetings will take place in Vancouver, British Columbia.
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced that he will deliver the keynote speech at GLOBE 2016, an international summit focused on innovation and sustainability that is being held in Vancouver from March 2 to 4, 2016.
At the summit, Prime Minister Trudeau will talk about Canada’s plan to invest in clean growth that will help create jobs and get the country on the path to a low-carbon economy.
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau today announced Canada’s new policy to address the ongoing crises in Iraq and Syria and the impact they are having on the surrounding region. It will make a meaningful contribution to the Global Coalition’s fight against the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL), while strengthening the ability of regional governments and local authorities to defend themselves, and rebuild over the long-term.
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced that the United Nations (UN) Secretary-General, His Excellency, Mr. Ban Ki-moon, will be in Ottawa and Montréal on a working visit, from February 11 to 13.
Canada is an active and committed member of the United Nations – not only because the UN provides essential support to millions of people in need – but also because it serves Canada’s interests. A more peaceful world is a safer and more prosperous world for Canada, too.
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced that His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, will travel to Washington, D.C., from February 10 to 11, 2016.
During the visit, the Governor General will meet with innovation, research, and education leaders – from both the public and private sectors – to reinforce the importance of strong international collaboration between Canada and the United States.
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The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today took part in a panel on gender parity where participants discussed how the world can work together to achieve progress towards equality.
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The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, met today with the Global Shapers Community, a group of exceptional young people representing 38 countries from all regions of the world at the World Economic Forum (WEF). They discussed the importance of young leaders having a voice at international fora such as the WEF to shape the global agenda.
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, announced today that Michael Wernick will become Clerk of the Privy Council and Secretary to Cabinet, effective Friday, January 22. He has been empowered by the Prime Minister to move forward with the renewal of the professional, non-partisan public service.
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced that the Government of Canada will invest $12 million in the Southern Ontario Water Consortium (SOWC) – a group of post-secondary institutions that work together to advance clean and innovative water technologies.
Canadians want to live in a country where a clean environment and a strong economy go hand-in-hand. Today’s funding will allow the SOWC to partner with 90 businesses and not-for-profit organizations to support their efforts to increase innovation in 80 collaborative projects.
