FedNorCanada News Centre2024-03-08T11:25:32-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/news.htmlhttps://www.canada.ca/etc/designs/canada/wet-boew/assets/wmms-blk.svgGovernment of Canada investing $288,000 in Indigenous economic developmenthttps://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2024/03/government-of-canada-investing-288000-in-indigenous-economic-development.htmlMarc G. Serré, Member of Parliament for Nickel Belt, Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministers of Official Languages and of Energy and Natural Resources, today announced a FedNor investment of $288,000 in Atikameksheng Anishnawbek First Nation (AAFN). The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor. Viviane Lapointe, Member of Parliament for Sudbury, was also on hand for the announcement.Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2024-03-08T12:30:43-05:00Government of Canada investing $809,000 to support mining innovation in North Bayhttps://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2024/02/government-of-canada-investing-809000-to-support-mining-innovation-in-north-bay.htmlAnthony Rota, Member of Parliament for Nipissing–Timiskaming, today announced an unconditionally repayable contribution of $809,000 for Nexco Inc. to help with the development and production of new mining explosives technology. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor.Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2024-03-01T11:00:00-05:00Government of Canada teams up with ACFO du grand Sudbury to improve Francophone services in Greater Sudbury and beyondhttps://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2024/02/government-of-canada-teams-up-with-acfo-du-grand-sudbury-to-improve-francophone-services-in-greater-sudbury-and-beyond.htmlViviane Lapointe, Member of Parliament for Sudbury, today announced that a Government of Canada investment of $49,735 helped L’Association canadienne-française de l’Ontario (ACFO) du grand Sudbury complete a comprehensive study to improve Francophone services in the Greater Sudbury region. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor.Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2024-02-26T11:00:35-05:00Government of Canada investing $110,000 to support inclusive tourism in Northern Ontariohttps://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2024/02/government-of-canada-investing-110000-to-support-inclusive-tourism-in-northern-ontario.htmlTerry Sheehan, Member of Parliament for Sault Ste. Marie and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Labour and Seniors, today announced a FedNor investment of $110,000 for Destination Northern Ontario. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor.Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2024-02-22T10:30:17-05:00Northern Ontario Mining Showcase to feature 112 Northern Ontario suppliers at PDAC 2024https://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2024/02/northern-ontario-mining-showcase-to-feature-112-northern-ontario-suppliers-at-pdac-2024.htmlThe Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, today announced the roster of 112 businesses and organizations that will take part in the FedNor-funded Northern Ontario Mining Showcase (NOMS) at the 2024 Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) International Convention. PDAC 2024 will take place from March 3rd to 6th at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre.Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2024-02-21T12:00:50-05:00Government of Canada investing $1.7 million in economic development and diversification in the Lake Superior North Shore areahttps://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2024/02/government-of-canada-investing-17-million-in-economic-development-and-diversification-in-the-lake-superior-north-shore-area.htmlThe Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, and Member of Parliament for Thunder Bay—Superior North, today announced a FedNor investment of $1,700,000 in the Superior North Community Futures Development Corporation (SNCFDC).Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2024-02-20T14:30:44-05:00Government of Canada investing over $500,000 in support of manufacturing and innovationhttps://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2024/02/government-of-canada-investing-over-500000-in-support-of-manufacturing-and-innovation.htmlMarcus Powlowski, Member of Parliament for Thunder Bay—Rainy River, today announced a FedNor investment of $513,701 in support of two projects in the Thunder Bay area. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, and Member of Parliament for Thunder Bay—Superior North.Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2024-02-09T11:07:19-05:00Government of Canada invests $270,000 to support community, economic and business growth in the Municipality of Temagami https://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2024/02/government-of-canada-invests-270000-to-support-community-economic-and-business-growth-in-the-municipality-of-temagami.htmlAnthony Rota, Member of Parliament for Nipissing–Timiskaming, today announced that the Government of Canada is investing $270,000 to help create and advance economic development opportunities in the Municipality of Temagami. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor.Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2024-02-02T11:00:00-05:00Government of Canada invests over $1.1 million to support broadband, technology and workforce solutions in Northeastern Ontariohttps://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2024/01/government-of-canada-invests-over-11-million-to-support-broadband-technology-and-workforce-solutions-in-northeastern-ontario.htmlGovernment of Canada invests over $1.1 million to support broadband, technology and workforce solutions in Northeastern OntarioFederal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2024-01-23T11:15:00-05:00Government of Canada investing $1 million to develop and diversify the economy of the Atikokan areahttps://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2024/01/government-of-canada-investing-1-million-to-develop-and-diversify-the-economy-of-the-atikokan-area.htmlMarcus Powlowski, Member of Parliament for Thunder Bay—Rainy River, today announced a FedNor investment of $1,000,000 in the Atikokan Economic Development Corporation (AEDC). The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor.Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2024-01-10T13:08:11-05:00Government of Canada invests $1,323,000 to maximize opportunities for Northern Ontario’s mining supply and service sectorshttps://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2023/12/government-of-canada-invests-1323000-to-maximize-opportunities-for-northern-ontarios-mining-supply-and-service-sectors.htmlAnthony Rota, Member of Parliament for Nipissing–Timiskaming, today announced Government of Canada investments totaling $1,323,000 to help mining supply and service businesses innovate, expand, increase sales and exports, and create jobs in Northern Ontario. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor.Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2023-12-19T11:30:00-05:00Government of Canada investing over $400,000 in Algoma-area Indigenous-owned business https://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2023/12/government-of-canada-investing-over-400000-in-algoma-area-indigenous-owned-business.htmlTerry Sheehan, Member of Parliament for Sault Ste. Marie and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Labour and Seniors, today announced $442,000 in FedNor funding for the Trucor Steel Structures Inc., an Indigenous-owned and led business. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor.Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2023-12-18T11:00:18-05:00Government of Canada investing nearly $1.4 million in the building construction sector in Northwestern Ontariohttps://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2023/11/government-of-canada-investing-nearly-14-million-in-the-building-construction-sector-in-northwestern-ontario.htmlThe Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, Minister responsible for FedNor, and Member of Parliament for Thunder Bay—Superior North, today announced a FedNor investment of $1,380,000 in Smart Modular Canada, a Thunder Bay-based business that designs, manufactures, ships, and installs modular buildings. FedNor’s investment will help Smart Modular Canada expand operations. Minister Hajdu was joined by Marcus Powlowski, Member of Parliament for Thunder Bay—Rainy River, in making the announcement.Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2023-11-17T12:00:27-05:00Government of Canada invests $1.6M to support economic development and growth in the Manitoulin, LaCloche and Espanola regionshttps://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2023/11/government-of-canada-invests-16m-to-support-economic-development-and-growth-in-the-manitoulin-lacloche-and-espanola-regions.htmlToday, Marc G. Serré, Member of Parliament for Nickel Belt and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Official Languages, announced a Government of Canada investment of $1.6 million to support business and economic opportunities in the Manitoulin, LaCloche and Espanola regions.Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2023-11-10T13:00:00-05:00Minister Hajdu opens Northern Ontario Agri-Food Pavilion at the 2023 Royal Agricultural Winter Fairhttps://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2023/11/minister-hajdu-opens-northern-ontario-agri-food-pavilion-at-the-2023-royal-agricultural-winter-fair.htmlThe Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, today cut the ribbon and delivered remarks to open the Northern Ontario Agri-Food Pavilion, at the 2023 Royal Agricultural Winter Fair. The Pavilion was supported by FedNor and will be open throughout the Fair, which takes place November 3-11 at Exhibition Place in Toronto.Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2023-11-03T15:09:55-04:00Government of Canada invests $177,416 to boost agriculture production and establish a food hub in Drydenhttps://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2023/11/government-of-canada-invests-177416-to-boost-agriculture-production-and-establish-a-food-hub-in-dryden.htmlThe Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, today announced Government of Canada investments totalling $177,416 for two projects that will help Northwestern Ontario’s agri-food sector innovate, grow and create more jobs.Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2023-11-01T11:00:27-04:00Government of Canada investing $400,000 to support community economic development in the Almaguin Highlandshttps://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2023/10/government-of-canada-investing-400000-to-support-community-economic-development-in-the-almaguin-highlands.htmlToday, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, announced a FedNor investment of $400,000 in the Township of Armour to support the work of the Almaguin Community Economic Development Department (ACED) in creating sustainable economic growth across the region. ACED consists of nine current members from across East Parry Sound, including the Townships of Perry, Armour, Ryerson, Strong, and Joly; the villages of Burk’s Falls, Sundridge, and Strong; and the Almaguin Highlands Chamber of Commerce. Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2023-10-27T14:30:02-04:00Government of Canada invests over $46,000 to help Boreal Naturals purchase new equipment and increase productionhttps://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2023/10/government-of-canada-invests-over-46000-to-help-boreal-naturals-purchase-new-equipment-and-increase-production.htmlToday, Marc G. Serré, Member of Parliament for Nickel Belt and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Official Languages and to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced a Government of Canada investment of $46,060 to help Boreal Naturals modernize its operations and triple its production. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor.Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2023-10-23T11:00:26-04:00Government of Canada investment creates youth employment and economic opportunities in Temiskaming Shores regionhttps://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2023/10/government-of-canada-investment-creates-youth-employment-and-economic-opportunities-in-temiskaming-shores-region.html
Today, the Honourable Anthony Rota, Member of Parliament for Nipissing—Timiskaming, announced a FedNor investment of $40,000 that helped the Temiskaming Shores and Area Chamber of Commerce (TSACC) hire a youth intern for a one-year period. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario (FedNor).Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2023-10-20T11:00:14-04:00Government of Canada investing $450,000 to support agri-food innovation and growth in Algoma district and across Northern Ontariohttps://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2023/10/government-of-canada-investing-450000-to-support-agri-food-innovation-and-growth-in-algoma-district-and-across-northern-ontario.htmlGovernment of Canada investing $450,000 to support agri-food innovation and growth in Algoma district and across Northern OntarioFederal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2023-10-12T14:00:00-04:00Government of Canada invests $750,000 to help Don Poulin Potatoes modernize and expand its operationshttps://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2023/10/government-of-canada-invests-750000-to-help-don-poulin-potatoes-modernize-and-expand-its-operations.htmlToday, Marc G. Serré, Member of Parliament for Nickel Belt and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Official Languages and to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced FedNor funding of $750,000 to help Don Poulin Potatoes expand, adopt new technology and scale up capacity for growth, new partnerships and the creation of new jobs. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor.Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2023-10-11T13:00:49-04:00Government of Canada investing $660,000 in the Sault Ste. Marie airporthttps://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2023/10/government-of-canada-investing-660000-in-the-sault-ste-marie-airport.htmlTerry Sheehan, Member of Parliament for Sault Ste. Marie and Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministers of Labour and Seniors, today announced $660,000 in FedNor funding for the Sault Ste. Marie Airport Development Corporation (SSMADC). The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor.Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2023-10-11T11:00:54-04:00Canada investing over $2.4 million in projects led by Indigenous communities and organizations across Northwestern Ontariohttps://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2023/09/canada-investing-over-24-million-in-projects-led-by-indigenous-communities-and-organizations-across-northwestern-ontario.htmlThe Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, today announced Government of Canada investments totalling $2,404,901 in support of six strategic initiatives led by Indigenous communities, businesses, and organizations in Northwestern Ontario.Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2023-09-26T11:00:00-04:00FedNor investing $1.5 million to support on-going local job creation and economic development in the Sault Ste. Marie areahttps://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2023/09/fednor-investing-15-million-to-support-on-going-local-job-creation-and-economic-development-in-the-sault-ste-marie-area.htmlTerry Sheehan, Member of Parliament for Sault Ste. Marie and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Labour, today announced a FedNor investment of $1,500,000 in the Community Development Corporation of Sault Ste. Marie & Area (SSMCDC). The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor.Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2023-09-06T11:00:03-04:00FedNor invests $97,500 to upgrade infrastructure at Camp Horizonhttps://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2023/09/fednor-invests-97500-to-upgrade-infrastructure-at-camp-horizon.htmlToday, Marc G. Serré, Member of Parliament for Nickel Belt and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Official Languages, announced $97,500 to help Camp Horizon modernize its operations and become more environmentally sustainable. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor.Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2023-09-05T11:00:10-04:00The Government of Canada teams up with the Northern Ontario Angels to create 750 jobshttps://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2023/08/the-government-of-canada-teams-up-with-the-northern-ontario-angels-to-create-750-jobs.htmlToday, Viviane Lapointe, Member of Parliament for Sudbury, and Marc G. Serré, Member of Parliament for Nickel Belt and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Official Languages, announced a FedNor investment of $1,834,000 in Northern Ontario Enterprise Gateway (Northern Ontario Angels), a not-for-profit organization led by a board of volunteers that links private investors with Northern Ontario business to stimulate investment opportunities in the region. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor.Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2023-08-31T12:30:26-04:00More support from the Government of Canada in local businesses across Northern Ontariohttps://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2023/08/more-support-from-the-government-of-canada-in-local-businesses-across-northern-ontario.htmlThe Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, today announced FedNor investments totalling $6,018,795 in support of thirteen different initiatives across Northern Ontario. Minister Hajdu was joined by Members of Parliament Viviane Lapointe, Marcus Powlowski, Marc G. Serré, and Terry Sheehan in making the announcement.Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2023-08-30T11:00:33-04:00FedNor investing $205,000 to expand local trail network in Sudburyhttps://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2023/08/fednor-investing-205000-to-expand-local-trail-network-in-sudbury.htmlToday, Marc G. Serré, Member of Parliament for Nickel Belt and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Official Languages, and Viviane Lapointe, Member of Parliament for Sudbury, announced a non-repayable FedNor contribution of $205,000 to support the expansion of Kivi Park’s existing network of trails and boost tourism to the region. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor.Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2023-08-24T11:30:00-04:00FedNor investing over $1.6 million to support aerospace research in Timminshttps://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2023/08/fednor-investing-over-16-million-to-support-aerospace-research-in-timmins.htmlThe Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, today announced a FedNor investment of $1,614,503 to help the City of Timmins expand its stratospheric balloon launch base. The project will increase the City’s ability to take on new and innovative research projects in the aerospace sector, while also helping the city diversify its economy. The launch base was built in 2013 and is located at the Victor M. Power Airport.Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2023-08-17T13:00:42-04:00FedNor invests $500,000 to help Skyline Helicopter Technologies meet increased demandhttps://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2023/08/fednor-invests-500000-to-help-skyline-helicopter-technologies-meet-increased-demand.htmlToday, Viviane Lapointe, Member of Parliament for Sudbury, announced a repayable FedNor contribution of $500,000 to help Skyline Helicopter Technologies scale up and modernize its operations. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor.Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2023-08-10T08:08:55-04:00FedNor investing over $460,000 to grow the economy in the Temiskaming Shores areahttps://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2023/08/fednor-investing-over-460000-to-grow-the-economy-in-the-temiskaming-shores-area.htmlToday, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario (FedNor) announced significant new investments totalling $462,496 in three projects to grow the economy in the Temiskaming Shores area.Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2023-08-09T08:42:55-04:00FedNor investing over $300,000 to support manufacturing and machining in New Liskeardhttps://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2023/07/fednor-investing-over-300000-to-support-manufacturing-and-machining-in-new-liskeard.htmlThe Honourable Anthony Rota, Member of Parliament for Nipissing—Timiskaming, today announced a FedNor investment of $309,100 in two projects led by Wabi Iron & Steel Corp. (Wabi), operators of the only foundry in Northern Ontario. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor.Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2023-07-31T10:52:23-04:00FedNor investing $37,343 in two-day Francophone immigration conferencehttps://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2023/07/fednor-investing-37343-in-two-day-francophone-immigration-conference.htmlViviane Lapointe, Member of Parliament for Sudbury, today announced a FedNor investment of $37,343 in the Carrefour francophone de Sudbury. The investment enabled a two-day provincial francophone immigration network event, the Réseaux en immigration francophone (RIF) conference. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor.Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2023-07-31T08:18:56-04:00FedNor invests $854,480 to help deliver the Canadian Wood Council Wood WORKS! program in Northern Ontariohttps://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2023/07/fednor-invests-854480-to-help-deliver-the-canadian-wood-council-wood-works-program-in-northern-ontario.htmlToday, the Honourable Anthony Rota, Member of Parliament for Nipissing–Timiskaming, announced a FedNor investment of $854,480 to help the Canadian Wood Council (CWC) stimulate job creation and industry growth by facilitating the increased use of wood in construction. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor.Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2023-07-27T07:53:11-04:00FedNor investing over $50,000 to support the growth of the mining industry in Northern Ontariohttps://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2023/07/fednor-investing-over-50000-to-support-the-growth-of-the-mining-industry-in-northern-ontario.htmlToday, Viviane Lapointe, Member of Parliament for Sudbury, announced a non-repayable FedNor contribution of $56,500 to hire an intern focused on research to help MineConnect connect its members with information, resources and leads to projects around the world. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor.Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2023-07-24T09:45:24-04:00FedNor investing over $500,000 to support the growth of local business in North Bayhttps://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2023/07/fednor-investing-over-500000-to-support-the-growth-of-local-business-in-north-bay.htmlToday, the Honourable Anthony Rota, Member of Parliament for Nipissing–Timiskaming, announced a repayable FedNor contribution of $534,422 to support the expansion and modernization of Gateway City Brewery. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor.Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2023-07-24T07:53:57-04:00Treasury Board President Mona Fortier announces $3.2 million for business and infrastructure development in Cochrane, Smooth Rock Falls and Kapuskasinghttps://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2023/07/treasury-board-president-mona-fortier-announces-32-million-for-business-and-infrastructure-development-in-cochrane-smooth-rock-falls-and-kapuskasing.htmlToday, the Honourable Mona Fortier, President of the Treasury Board, announced Government of Canada investments totalling $3,229,834 to support four projects that will help strengthen and grow Northeastern Ontario’s economy. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, and the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities. Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2023-07-19T13:54:43-04:00FedNor investing $16,728 in long-standing Fort Frances catch-and-release bass fishing tournamenthttps://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2023/07/fednor-investing-16728-in-long-standing-fort-frances-catch-and-release-bass-fishing-tournament.htmlThe Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, today announced a FedNor investment of $16,728 in support of the Fort Frances Canadian Bass Championship (FFCBC). Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2023-07-18T13:43:18-04:00FedNor invests $100,000 to help modernize and expand the Temagami Outpost in Markstay-Warrenhttps://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2023/07/fednor-invests-100000-to-help-modernize-and-expand-the-temagami-outpost.htmlToday, Marc G. Serré, Member of Parliament for Nickel Belt and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Official Languages, announced $100,000 to help the Temagami Outpost modernize and expand its facilities, create new tourism experiences and extend its operating season. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor.Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2023-07-11T11:29:37-04:00FedNor investment of $32,570 helps the Temiskaming Art Gallery plan for the futurehttps://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2023/07/fednor-investment-of-32570-helps-the-temiskaming-art-gallery-plan-for-the-future.htmlToday, the Honourable Anthony Rota, Member of Parliament for Nipissing–Timiskaming, announced a
non-repayable FedNor investment of $32,570 to help the Temiskaming Art Gallery to complete operational, business and strategic plans to improve operations and pave the way for its long-term success. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor.
Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2023-07-10T11:35:16-04:00FedNor investing over $1.6 million in community-led projects across Northwestern Ontariohttps://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2023/07/fednor-investing-over-16-million-in-community-led-projects-across-northwestern-ontario.htmlThe Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, today announced FedNor investments totalling $1,626,150 in support of eight different initiatives led by municipalities in Northwestern Ontario. Minister Hajdu was joined by Marcus Powlowski, Member of Parliament for Thunder Bay—Rainy River in making the announcement.Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2023-07-06T08:21:06-04:00FedNor invests $850,000 to support the music, film and television industries in Northern Ontariohttps://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2023/06/fednor-invests-850000-to-support-the-music-film-and-television-industries-in-northern-ontario.htmlToday, Viviane Lapointe, Member of Parliament for Sudbury, announced a FedNor investment of $850,000 to help Cultural Industries Ontario North (CION) promote and grow Northern Ontario’s music, film and television industries. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, and is expected to create and maintain more than 30 full-time jobs.Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2023-06-26T11:05:06-04:00FedNor investing over $8.2 million in projects led by Indigenous communities and organizations across Northern Ontariohttps://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2023/06/fednor-investing-over-82-million-in-projects-led-by-indigenous-communities-and-organizations-across-northern-ontario.htmlThe Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, today announced FedNor investments totalling $8,296,369 in support of 18 different initiatives led by Indigenous communities and organizations across Northern Ontario.Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2023-06-19T10:01:24-04:00FedNor invests $57,500 to support youth and responsible forestry development in the Temagami First Nation and beyondhttps://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2023/06/fednor-invests-57500-to-support-youth-and-responsible-forestry-development-in-the-temagami-first-nation-and-beyond.htmlToday, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, announced a non-repayable FedNor investment of $57,500 to help the Daki Menan Lands and Resources Corporation (DMLRC) hire a youth intern to coordinate forestry related activities and help modernize a
community-lead forestry business in the Temagami First Nation.
Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2023-06-14T15:18:06-04:00FedNor invests close to $400,000 to upgrade and expand Northern College’s Innovation Hubhttps://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2023/06/fednor-invests-close-to-400000-to-upgrade-and-expand-northern-colleges-innovation-hub.htmlToday, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, announced a non-repayable FedNor investment of $391,428 to help Northern College upgrade and expand its Additive Manufacturing Lab. This strategic initiative will help local businesses increase their manufacturing and production capabilities, while avoiding delays caused by sourcing parts from outside of the region.Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2023-06-08T07:55:33-04:00FedNor announces support for Northern Ontario businesses participating in the world’s largest indoor agri-food exhibitionhttps://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2023/05/fednor-announces-support-for-northern-ontario-businesses-participating-in-the-worlds-largest-indoor-agri-food-exhibition.htmlMarc G. Serré, Member of Parliament for Nickel Belt and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Official Languages, today announced a FedNor investment of $679,505 in Economic Partners-Sudbury East/West Nipissing Inc. to support the Northern Ontario Agri-Food Pavilion at the 2023 Royal Agricultural Winter Fair, which will take place November 3-11, 2023 at Exhibition Place in Toronto.Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2023-05-24T07:57:26-04:00FedNor investing more than $7.6 million in Community Futures Development Corporations across Northern Ontario https://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2023/05/fednor-investing-more-than-76-million-in-community-futures-development-corporations-across-northern-ontario0.htmlToday, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, announced investments totalling $7,666,477 in support of nine Community Futures Development Corporation (CFDC) projects across Northern Ontario.Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2023-05-02T08:05:41-04:00FedNor investing more than $2.8 million to strengthen and grow Northern Ontario’s tourism sector https://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2023/04/fednor-investing-more-than-28-million-to-strengthen-and-grow-northern-ontarios-tourism-sector.htmlToday, in recognition of the National Tourism Week (April 24-30), the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, announced federal investments totalling $2,886,971 to protect, strengthen and grow Northern Ontario’s tourism sector.Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2023-04-28T09:18:23-04:00FedNor invests $10,000 in Northwestern Ontario Municipal Associationhttps://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2023/04/fednor-invests-10000-in-northwestern-ontario-municipal-association.htmlThe Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, today announced a FedNor investment of $10,000 in support of the Northwestern Ontario Municipal Association (NOMA) 2023 conference.Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2023-04-26T12:05:52-04:00FedNor invests $1 million to help Z’gamok Construction LP scale up operationshttps://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2023/04/fednor-invests-1-million-to-help-zgamok-construction-lp-scale-up-operations.htmlThe Indigenous economy in Canada is estimated at more than $30 billion, with growth projections outpacing the overall national economy. The federal government remains strongly committed to supporting its continued growth by investing in Indigenous-led initiatives that help communities, businesses and organizations innovate, scale up and build for the future. This is especially true in Northern Ontario, which is home to a large proportion of Indigenous-owned small and medium-sized businesses.Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2023-04-14T12:04:27-04:00