Minister Lohr responds to the federal budget
HALIFAX: The following is a statement from John Lohr, Minister of Finance and Treasury Board. “We want to congratulate Prime Minister Carney on the introduction of his first budget. Nova…
Budget 2025 to invest in Canadian workers, government says in release
From a press release OTTAWA, ONT.: In a rapidly changing and uncertain world, Canada’s new government is focused on what we can control. “We are protecting our communities and our…
Canadian Arts Coalition leading call for MPs, PM to support art and culture in Budget 2025
OTTAWA, ONT.: The Canadian Arts Coalition (CAC) is leading a national call to action for Canadians to write to their Members of Parliament and the Prime Minister in support of…
Premier Houston issues statement on U.S. Tariff increase
HALIFAX: The following is a statement from Premier Tim Houston on the increase of U.S. tariffs as of Aug. 1 on Canadian goods. “As much as we all hoped Canada…
CFIB applauds federal governments decision to cut bridge, ferry tolls
CHARLOTTETOWN: The Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) welcomes Monday’s announcement by Prime Minister Mark Carney to significantly reduce tolls on the Confederation Bridge and regional ferry routes — a…
Tolls for Confederation Bridge, fares for ferry services being reduced
PEI: It will cost you less to leave PEI beginning this Friday Aug. 1. Prime Minister Mark Carney announced on Monday morning in PEI, with the Confederation Bridge in the…
Premier Houston supports federal government’s commitment to Canadian armed forces
HALIFAX: Premier Tim Houston issued a statement on Monday June 9 showing his support for Prime Minister Mark Carney and his commitment to investing in Canada’s armed forces. “This will…
Joint Statement from Canada, UK, France on Gaza/West Bank
OTTAWA, ONT.: The following is a joint statement from the leaders of Canada, the United Kingdom and France on the situation in Gaza and the West Bank. It was issued…
Blois named to Prime Minister Carney’s Cabinet
OTTAWA, ONT.: The MP for Kings Hants will have a role in Prime Minister Mark Carney’s new cabinet. Kody Blois, who is proud to be from East Hants and calls…