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• Government of Canada Supports the Gatineau Hot Air Balloon Festival
  2010-09-03
  Gatineau, Quebec, September 3, 2010 — Today, the Gatineau Hot Air Balloon Festival in Gatineau, Quebec, will celebrate its 23rd anniversary with the help of a $704 578 investment from the Government of Canada through the Marquee Tourism Events Program (MTEP).
• Governments of Canada, British Columbia and Salmon Arm to Deliver New BizPaL Service
  2010-09-02
  Salmon Arm, British Columbia, September 2, 2010 — Starting and running a business in the City of Salmon Arm just became easier thanks to BizPaL, a new online business permit and licence service that saves time spent on paperwork and helps entrepreneurs start up faster.
• Government of Canada Announces the First Canadian Commander of the International Space Station
  Longueuil, Quebec
  September 2, 2010
  2010-09-02
  From left to right: Canadian Astronaut Chris Hadfield, Hon. Josée Verner, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, President of the Queen's Privy Council for Canada and Minister for La Francophonie, Hon. Gary Goodyear, Minister of State (Science and Technology), Steve MacLean, President of the Canadian Space Agency.
• CB in Brief, Volume 2, Number 8 - August 2010
  2010-08-31
  CB in Brief is an electronic publication, distributed regularly to media and stakeholders to provide a snapshot of recent news and developments.
• Minister Ambrose Highlights Joint Strike Fighter Program Industrial Participation Opportunities on Tour of Avcorp Industries
  2010-08-31
  The Honourable Rona Ambrose, Minister of Public Works and Government Services and Minister for Status of Women, visited Avcorp Industries Inc. in Delta, British Columbia, today on behalf of the Honourable Tony Clement, Minister of Industry, to offer congratulations to the company on its multi-year, $500-million contract with BAE Systems Operations Ltd. and to highlight the opportunities available to Canadian industry through Canada’s participation in the Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) F-35 aircraft program.
• Government of Canada Supports Research on Inuit Leadership and Governance
  2010-08-30
  Iqaluit, Nunavut, August 30, 2010 — Today, the Honourable Gary Goodyear, Minister of State (Science and Technology), announced the Government of Canadaès support for a comprehensive six-year research and training project on Inuit leadership and governance.
• Government of Canada Announces Further Investment in Small Business Internship Program
  2010-08-30
  Saint John, New Brunswick, August 30, 2010 — Rodney Weston, Member of Parliament for Saint John, on behalf of the Honourable Rob Moore, Minister of State (Small Business and Tourism), announced today that the Government of Canada is offering 33 additional internships for post-secondary graduates in New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island through Canada’s Small Business Internship Program (SBIP).
• Minister of State Rob Moore Meets with Small Business Leaders in Victoria
  2010-08-27
  Victoria, British Columbia, August 27, 2010 — The Honourable Rob Moore, Minister of State (Small Business and Tourism), today held a business roundtable meeting in Victoria. The Minister of State discussed challenges facing business owners and the leading role the federal government is playing to help position Canadian small businesses for success.
• Minister of State Rob Moore Meets with Small Business and Tourism Leaders in Vancouver
  2010-08-26
  The Honourable Rob Moore, Minister of State (Small Business and Tourism), today held two business roundtable meetings in Vancouver.
• Harper Government Strengthens Canada’s Long-Term Economic Competitiveness
  2010-08-26
  Researchers across Canada will benefit from new facilities and equipment, and universities will have more opportunities to develop and attract top scientists, thanks to a major Economic Action Plan investment by the Government of Canada.
• Harper Government Strengthens Canada’s Long-Term Economic Competitiveness
  2010-08-26
  Researchers in Quebec and across Canada will benefit from new facilities and equipment, and universities will have more opportunities to develop and attract top scientists, thanks to a major Economic Action Plan investment by the Government of Canada.
• Minister of State Moore Visits Vancouver Community College,
  Vancouver, British Columbia
  August 25, 2010
  2010-08-25
  The Honourable Rob Moore, Minister of State (Small Business and Tourism) toured the Broadway Campus of Vancouver Community College to review the progress made on building upgrade and renewal projects that received funding through the Knowledge Infrastructure Program.
• Government of Canada Encourages Young Canadians to Discover Careers in Science and Engineering
  2010-08-24
  Toronto, Ontario, August 24, 2010 — Young Canadians will have greater opportunities to learn about science and engineering, thanks to a federal investment. Speaking at the Ontario Science Centre in Toronto, the Honourable Steven Fletcher, Minister of State (Democratic Reform), on behalf of the Honourable Gary Goodyear, Minister of State (Science and Technology), announced funding for seven organizations located in the Greater Toronto Area.
• Government of Canada Invests in Health Research
  2010-08-24
  Toronto, Ontario, August 24, 2010 — The University of Toronto will undertake new research into treatments for cancer and cardiovascular disease thanks to an investment announced by the Honourable Steven Fletcher, Minister of State (Democratic Reform), on behalf of the Honourable Gary Goodyear, Minister of State (Science and Technology).
• Minister of State Moore Bids Farewell to First Chinese Tour Groups to Visit Under Approved Destination Status
  2010-08-24
  Ottawa, August 24, 2010 — The Honourable Rob Moore, Minister of State (Small Business and Tourism), today marked the end of the first official visit by Chinese tour groups under Canada’s Approved Destination Status (ADS) with China. The tour groups were joined by officials from the Chinese National Tourism Administration during a seven-day tour.
• Minister of State Moore Meets with Small Business, Tourism and Information Technology Leaders in Edmonton
  2010-08-24
  Edmonton, Alberta, August 24, 2010 — The Honourable Rob Moore, Minister of State (Small Business and Tourism), today held a series of roundtable meetings in Edmonton. The Minister of State discussed challenges facing business owners and the leading role the federal government is playing to help position Canadian small businesses for success.
• MP Pierre Poilievre Greets Chinese Tourism Officials in Ottawa
  2010-08-23
  Ottawa, August 23, 2010 -- Pierre Poilievre, Member of Parliament for Nepean–Carleton and Parliamentary Secretary to the Prime Minister and to the Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, today greeted officials from the China National Tourism Administration (CNTA) during a dinner in Ottawa, Ontario.
• Canada's Economic Action Plan Supports Research in Saguenay
  2010-08-23
  Saguenay, Quebec, August 23, 2010 -- First Nations in Quebec will benefit from new research that will examine how cultural entrepreneurship is contributing to sustainable economic development in Aboriginal communities. The announcement was made at the Université du Québec à Chicoutimi by the Honourable Jean-Pierre Blackburn, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Minister of State (Agriculture), on behalf of the Honourable Gary Goodyear, Minister of State (Science and Technology). The Minister also celebrated the groundbreaking of one of three projects funded under the Knowledge Infrastructure Program (KIP).
• Minister of State Moore Meets with Small Business and Tourism Leaders in Banff
  2010-08-23
  Banff, Alberta, August 23, 2010 -- The Honourable Rob Moore, Minister of State (Small Business and Tourism), today met with tourism and business leaders to discuss challenges facing business owners and the leading role the federal government is playing to help position Canadian small businesses for success.
• Minister of State Moore Greets Chinese Tourism Officials in Niagara Falls
  2010-08-23
  Niagara Falls, Ontario August 22, 2010 - The Honourable Rob Moore, Minister of State (Small Business and Tourism), along with Dean Allison, Member of Parliament for Niagara West–Glanbrook, today greeted officials from the China National Tourism Administration (CNTA) during their visit to Niagara Falls, Ontario.
• Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships Program Now Accepting Applications
  2010-08-19
  Top researchers can now apply for the prestigious new Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships.
• Speaking Points
  
  The Honourable Tony Clement, PC, MP
  Minister of Industry
  
  Announcement of NRC-IRAP Financial Contribution to Canadian Bio-Systems Incorporated
  
  Calgary, Alberta
  August 18, 2010
  
  Check Against Delivery
  2010-08-18
  As you know, three years ago, Prime Minister Stephen Harper launched Canada’s Science and Technology Strategy. Our goal was to improve the quality of life of Canadians, create jobs and strengthen the economy for future generations. We also made a commitment to help businesses and universities develop, attract and retain the world’s best researchers here in Canada.
• Government of Canada Supports Agricultural Research
  Calgary, Alberta
  August 18, 2010
  2010-08-18
  The Honourable Tony Clement, Minister of Industry, announced funding in support of the development of an alternative to antibiotics for Canadian livestock.
• Government Response to the Ninth Report of the Standing Committee on Public Accounts
  2010-08-18
  The Government of Canada's is pleased to table its response to the Ninth Report of the Standing Committee on Public Accounts (PACP), Chapter 2, 'Intellectual Property', of the Spring 2009 Report of the Auditor General of Canada. The document was tabled in the House of Commons on April 19, 2010.
• Minister of State Rob Moore Consults Small Business and Tourism Industry Leaders in Sault Ste. Marie
  2010-08-18
  Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, August 18, 2010 -- The Honourable Rob Moore, Minister of State (Small Business and Tourism), today met with a number of small business and tourism industry leaders at roundtable events in Sault Ste. Marie. The Minister of State discussed challenges facing business owners and the leading role the federal government is playing to help position Canadian small businesses for sustained growth.
• Minister of State Rob Moore Meets with Small Business Leaders in Sudbury
  2010-08-18
  The Honourable Rob Moore, Minister of State (Small Business and Tourism), today held a roundtable meeting in downtown Sudbury.
• Speaking Points
  
  The Honourable Tony Clement, PC, MP
  Minister of Industry
  
  Announcement of NRC-IRAP Financial Contribution to Sonoro Energy Limited and IntelligentNano Inc.
  
  Edmonton, Alberta
  August 17, 2010
  
  Check Against Delivery
  2010-08-17
  It is a pleasure to be here today in Edmonton and to bring good news about the Government of Canada’s support for innovation in this thriving community.
• Government of Canada Supports Nanotechnology Firms' Growth in Edmonton
  Edmonton, Alberta
  August 17, 2010
  2010-08-17
  Fred Kufuor Boakye, Chief Science Officer, Sonoro Energy Ltd. and the Honourable Tony Clement, Minister of Industry, at the National Institute for Nanotechnology at the University of Alberta.
• Government of Canada Announces Further Investment in Small Business Internship Program
  2010-08-16
  Toronto, Ontario, August 16, 2010 - The Honourable Rob Moore, Minister of State (Small Business and Tourism), today announced that the Government of Canada will offer 165 additional internships for post-secondary graduates across Canada through the Small Business Internship Program (SBIP).
• Minister of State Moore Announces Further Investment in Small Business Internship Program
  Toronto, Ontario
  August 16, 2010
  2010-08-16
  The Honourable Rob Moore, Minister of State (Small Business and Tourism), visits the offices of Grasshopper Energy Corporation in Toronto to announce 165 new internships under the Small Business Internship Program.
• Statement by the Honourable Tony Clement, Minister of Industry, Regarding Changes to the 2011 Census of Population
  2010-08-12
  Ottawa, August 12, 2010 — Today, the Honourable Tony Clement, Minister of Industry, issued the following statement regarding the 2011 Census of Population: I welcome the news that the National Statistics Council is supportive of the government's plan to introduce legislation to remove the threat of jail time from all censuses and surveys conducted by the federal government.
• Statement by the Minister of Industry, Tony Clement, Regarding Changes to the 2011 Census of population
  2010-08-11
  OTTAWA, August 11, 2010 — Today, the Honourable Tony Clement, Minister of Industry, issued the following statement regarding the 2011 Census of population: The Government is announcing today its intention to introduce legislation this fall to remove threats of jail time for persons refusing to fill out the census and all mandatory surveys administered by the federal government.
• Proposal Preparation Guide, August 2010 — Strategic Aerospace and Defence Initiative
  2010-08-06
  This guide contains information to help Canadian companies apply for financial support from the Strategic Aerospace and Defence Initiative (SADI). It describes the process for seeking funding for research and development projects, including working with program officers to determine eligibility.
• Key Small Business Statistics - July 2010
  2010-07-30
  Key Small Business Statistics is a semi-annual publication which provides information on the most frequently asked questions pertaining to small businesses in Canada. Updated sections include data on the number of businesses in Canada, job creation, earnings by business size, the number of self-employed workers as well as the contribution of small businesses to Canada's gross domestic product.
• 2010-2011 Guide to submitting proposals to the Contributions Program for Non-Profit Consumer and Voluntary Organizations
  2010-06-30
  This guide outlines the Program's eligibility criteria and explains its funding structure. It also describes how to prepare a proposal, and helps you through all the required steps.
• Communications planning - Contributions Program for Non-profit Consumer and Voluntary Organizations for Consumer Movement Initiatives
  2010-06-30
  This is a communications planning guide intended for non-profit consumer and voluntary organizations for consumer movement initiatives.
• Communications Planning - Contributions Program for Non-profit Consumer and Voluntary Organizations for Organizational Development Projects
  2010-06-30
  This is a communications planning guide intended for non-profit consumer and voluntary organizations for organizational Development projects.
• Science and Technology Data - 2008
  2010-05-21
  The annual Science and Technology Data Book continues a long history of Industry Canada providing a concise and readable summary of science and technology indicators for Canada.