A two-year $1-billion economic stimulus measure designed to act quickly to help create employment opportunities. In Ontario, the CAF will provide $348.9 million over two years to support adjustment measures in communities affected by the global economic downturn.
Over the next five years (ending March 31, 2013), Industry Canada/FedNor will invest $8.9 million to support community strategic planning, as well as business and economic development activities that encourage sustainable growth in Ontario's official language minority communities.
Provides $100 million over two years to help established marquee tourism events to enhance their offerings and to deliver world-class programs and experiences.
Research program that explores ways to facilitate delivery of broadband services to rural and remote Canada via satellite and terrestrial wireless technologies.