$150,700 in federal funding will help add more seating at the Crapaud Exhibition

The federal government announced $50 million in funding for Natural Products Canada to support startups and growing businesses that develop natural, bio-based products. The funding will be used for seed support for startups and to increase processing capacity, with projected national job creation and a share of jobs in Atlantic Canada by 2031.

The federal government will replace Via Rail’s long-haul trainsets with a nearly $2 billion investment that includes a new assembly and maintenance facility in Montreal. Stadler will supply 45 trainsets, with final assembly and testing for up to 36 vehicles in Montreal, while manufacturing occurs in Spain and a new ABB battery system will support hybrid…

The federal government announced up to $29.8 million in funding, with a municipal contribution of $20 million, for the Saint John Multipurpose Recreational Facility through the Build Communities Strong Fund. The project will include two ice surfaces, a library, community support spaces, and an integrated heating/cooling system to support net-zero goals…

The Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency is investing C$1,201,291 in two Dartmouth-based manufacturers, Site 20/20 Inc. and Atlantica Mechanical Contractors, through the Regional Economic Growth through Innovation program. The funds will upgrade production facilities and equipment to expand capacity, create jobs (Site 20/20 projects 50–60 roles), and…

The federal and Alberta governments will invest a total of $52 million (split evenly) to modernize Calgary’s Olympic Oval, extending its role as a high-performance training centre and community facility. The project includes upgrades to the ice plant, a new running track, and improved accessibility, supported by $26 million from the federal Build…

The article reports that federal Secretary of State (Sport) Adam van Koeverden concluded a two-day tour of Calgary and Canmore, highlighting federal investments in Alberta sport and recreation. It notes a Build Communities Strong Fund investment of up to $33.6 million for infrastructure (including Olympic Oval, WinSport halfpipe, and Nakiska ski cross…

Prime Minister Mark Carney announced $510 million in federal funding for municipalities to build water and wastewater infrastructure to support new homes, with Alberta contributing at least one-third of eligible project costs (up to $428 million). The event occurred in Red Deer with Alberta Premier Danielle Smith, amid distant chants from separatist…

Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe urged Ottawa to fund three major event centre projects in Saskatoon, Prince Albert, and North Battleford through the federal Build Communities Strong Fund, indicating the province will match up to one-third of total costs if approved. The projects include Saskatoon’s Downtown Event and Entertainment District (DEED)…