Government of Canada Invests in the Vancouver International Jazz Festival

June 26, 2010 By Leave a Comment

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, Jun 24 (MARKET WIRE) —
The Honourable James Moore, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official
Languages, today announced funding for the Coastal Jazz and Blues
Society.

This funding will support the 25th annual Vancouver International Jazz
Festival, which is taking place from June 25 to July 4. Programming will
showcase a broad range of jazz music by acclaimed and emerging artists
from Canada and around the world. An extensive program of outreach and
free concerts will be presented in a variety of Vancouver venues, which
will provide opportunities for audiences to experience many styles of
jazz.

“Our Government recognizes the importance of arts and culture to the
quality of life of Canadians,” said Minister Moore. “The
Vancouver International Jazz Festival contributes greatly to Vancouver’s
cultural scene by presenting a world-renowned event featuring
high-quality performances by Canadian and international artists.”

“We are grateful to Canadian Heritage for their continued support of
the Vancouver International Jazz Festival and our year-round
programming,” said Fatima Amarshi, Executive Director of the Coastal
Jazz and Blues Society. “This funding will ensure that we can
continue to showcase Canada’s great musical talents to an international
audience and that jazz in Vancouver can be enjoyed by all Canadians.”

The Coastal Jazz and Blues Society produces one of Vancouver’s signature
cultural events, the Vancouver International Jazz Festival. The Festival
is a widely recognized, world-class festival that features an eclectic
mix of jazz music performed in many styles. The Vancouver International
Jazz Festival is a multi-venue event that offers an extensive program of
creative music and features over 400 performances by more than 1800
local, national, and international artists.

The Government of Canada has provided funding of $300,000 through the
Canada Arts Presentation Fund of the Department of Canadian Heritage.
This program gives Canadians increased access to the variety and richness
of Canada’s culture through professional arts festivals, presentations of
live professional performances, and other artistic experiences.

This news release is available on the Internet at
www.canadianheritage.gc.ca under Newsroom.

Contacts:
Office of the Minister of Canadian Heritage
and Official Languages
Matthew Deacon – Press Secretary
819-997-7788
matthew.deacon@pch.gc.ca

Canadian Heritage – Western Region
Perry Boldt
A/Regional Manager
Communications
604-666-5739

Canadian Heritage
Media Relations
819-994-9101
1-866-569-6155
media@pch.gc.ca

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Government of Canada Invests in the Vancouver International Jazz Festival

June 26, 2010 By Leave a Comment

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, Jun 24 (MARKET WIRE) —
The Honourable James Moore, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official
Languages, today announced funding for the Coastal Jazz and Blues
Society.

This funding will support the 25th annual Vancouver International Jazz
Festival, which is taking place from June 25 to July 4. Programming will
showcase a broad range of jazz music by acclaimed and emerging artists
from Canada and around the world. An extensive program of outreach and
free concerts will be presented in a variety of Vancouver venues, which
will provide opportunities for audiences to experience many styles of
jazz.

“Our Government recognizes the importance of arts and culture to the
quality of life of Canadians,” said Minister Moore. “The
Vancouver International Jazz Festival contributes greatly to Vancouver’s
cultural scene by presenting a world-renowned event featuring
high-quality performances by Canadian and international artists.”

“We are grateful to Canadian Heritage for their continued support of
the Vancouver International Jazz Festival and our year-round
programming,” said Fatima Amarshi, Executive Director of the Coastal
Jazz and Blues Society. “This funding will ensure that we can
continue to showcase Canada’s great musical talents to an international
audience and that jazz in Vancouver can be enjoyed by all Canadians.”

The Coastal Jazz and Blues Society produces one of Vancouver’s signature
cultural events, the Vancouver International Jazz Festival. The Festival
is a widely recognized, world-class festival that features an eclectic
mix of jazz music performed in many styles. The Vancouver International
Jazz Festival is a multi-venue event that offers an extensive program of
creative music and features over 400 performances by more than 1800
local, national, and international artists.

The Government of Canada has provided funding of $300,000 through the
Canada Arts Presentation Fund of the Department of Canadian Heritage.
This program gives Canadians increased access to the variety and richness
of Canada’s culture through professional arts festivals, presentations of
live professional performances, and other artistic experiences.

This news release is available on the Internet at
www.canadianheritage.gc.ca under Newsroom.

Contacts:
Office of the Minister of Canadian Heritage
and Official Languages
Matthew Deacon – Press Secretary
819-997-7788
matthew.deacon@pch.gc.ca

Canadian Heritage – Western Region
Perry Boldt
A/Regional Manager
Communications
604-666-5739

Canadian Heritage
Media Relations
819-994-9101
1-866-569-6155
media@pch.gc.ca

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Government of Canada Invests in the Vancouver International Jazz Festival

June 25, 2010 By Leave a Comment

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, Jun 24 (MARKET WIRE) —
The Honourable James Moore, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official
Languages, today announced funding for the Coastal Jazz and Blues Society.

This funding will support the 25th annual Vancouver International Jazz
Festival, which is taking place from June 25 to July 4. Programming will
showcase a broad range of jazz music by acclaimed and emerging artists
from Canada and around the world. An extensive program of outreach and
free concerts will be presented in a variety of Vancouver venues, which
will provide opportunities for audiences to experience many styles of
jazz.

“Our Government recognizes the importance of arts and culture to the
quality of life of Canadians,” said Minister Moore. “The
Vancouver International Jazz Festival contributes greatly to Vancouver’s
cultural scene by presenting a world-renowned event featuring
high-quality performances by Canadian and international artists.”

“We are grateful to Canadian Heritage for their continued support of
the Vancouver International Jazz Festival and our year-round
programming,” said Fatima Amarshi, Executive Director of the Coastal
Jazz and Blues Society. “This funding will ensure that we can
continue to showcase Canada’s great musical talents to an international
audience and that jazz in Vancouver can be enjoyed by all Canadians.”

The Coastal Jazz and Blues Society produces one of Vancouver’s signature
cultural events, the Vancouver International Jazz Festival. The Festival
is a widely recognized, world-class festival that features an eclectic
mix of jazz music performed in many styles. The Vancouver International
Jazz Festival is a multi-venue event that offers an extensive program of
creative music and features over 400 performances by more than 1800
local, national, and international artists.

The Government of Canada has provided funding of $300,000 through the
Canada Arts Presentation Fund of the Department of Canadian Heritage.
This program gives Canadians increased access to the variety and richness
of Canada’s culture through professional arts festivals, presentations of
live professional performances, and other artistic experiences.

This news release is available on the Internet at
www.canadianheritage.gc.ca under Newsroom.

Contacts:
Office of the Minister of Canadian Heritage
and Official Languages
Matthew Deacon – Press Secretary
819-997-7788
matthew.deacon@pch.gc.ca

Canadian Heritage – Western Region
Perry Boldt
A/Regional Manager
Communications
604-666-5739

Canadian Heritage
Media Relations
819-994-9101
1-866-569-6155
media@pch.gc.ca

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Government of Canada Supports Innovative Research and Development in Lower Sackville, Nova Scotia

June 5, 2010 By Leave a Comment

LOWER SACKVILLE, NOVA SCOTIA, Jun 04 (MARKET WIRE) —
Mr. Scott Armstrong, Member of Parliament for
Cumberland-Colchester-Musquodoboit Valley, on behalf of the Honourable
Gary Goodyear, Minister of State (Science and Technology), today
announced a contribution of $529,200 to A.C. Dispensing Equipment Inc.
from the National Research Council of Canada Industrial Research
Assistance Program (NRC-IRAP). The funding supports two initiatives.

A. C. Dispensing will receive a $283,524 contribution towards the first
project. This funding will assist A.C. Dispensing in developing a
“first to market” dispensing solution targeted to deliver
multiple portions of various varieties in precise portions and in an
efficient manner. The project will reduce both the labour and operator
time required to make a variety of beverages. This unique dispensing
solution will utilize the newest technology including Ethernet
capabilities to offer remote diagnostic and central monitoring of its
performance metrics.

A $245,676 contribution for the second project will support the company
in developing the next generation of multi-functional dispensing
technologies to improve accuracy and speed of service while expanding the
available consumer selections, and improving food safety practices.

“Our government is investing in science and technology to create
jobs, strengthen the economy and improve Canadians’ quality of
life,” said Mr. Armstrong. “This government is supporting
Canadian firms that successfully develop and apply innovative
technologies. Canada’s Economic Action Plan is supporting scientific
research and commercialization, while creating good jobs and economic
growth.”

Canada’s Economic Action Plan provided new resources of $200 million to
NRC-IRAP over two years to support innovative Canadian firms. To learn
more, visit Canada’s Economic Action Plan website (www.actionplan.gc.ca).

During the event, Mr. Armstrong also presented a Canadian Innovation
Leader Certificate to A.C. Dispensing Equipment to highlight its success
as an innovative Canadian firm that has successfully linked scientific
research to commercialization, jobs and economic growth.

A.C. Dispensing Equipment provides specialized dispensing equipment to
the North American quick-serve restaurant industry. Its products are
primarily used to customize non-carbonated beverages by adding dairy,
sweeteners, concentrated flavours and whipped toppings. Recognized as an
industry leader, the company’s technology provides accurate, safe and
efficient portions of food items to the food and beverage (F&B) industry.
Restaurant chain operators benefit from consistent consumer products,
improved sanitation practices and increased speed of service through the
company’s automated process.

“NRC- IRAP and its approach to funding of R&D, is consistent with
SureShot’s approach to New Product Development. Taking the time to
properly plan for our projects, evaluating alternatives and then
allocating what are usually scarce resources,” said Michael Duck,
Founder and Chief Executive Officer of A.C. Dispensing. “All the
resources, including funding, are in place before the project is started,
and when it is underway, the project is properly monitored. This all
maximizes the probability of successful innovation. We are very pleased
with the responsiveness, support and guidance provided through our
relationship with NRC- IRAP.”

About NRC and NRC-IRAP

The NRC Industrial Research Assistance Program (NRC-IRAP) provides a
range of both technical and business-oriented advisory services along
with necessary financial support to qualified innovative Canadian small
and medium-sized enterprises.

The program is delivered by a field staff of 240 professionals in more
than 100 communities across Canada. NRC-IRAP is committed to working with
small- and medium-sized enterprises while they realize their full
potential, turning knowledge and innovation into strategic opportunities,
jobs and prosperity for all Canadians.

The Government of Canada’s Budget 2009 Economic Action Plan provided new
resources of $200 million to NRC-IRAP over the two years, to support
innovative Canadian firms. To learn more about Canada’s Economic Action
Plan, visit www.actionplan.gc.ca.

For more information (media only), please visit NRC-IRAP’s Web site

http://www.nrc-cnrc.gc.ca/eng/ibp/irap.html

Contacts:
Media Relations
National Research Council Canada
613-991-1431
media@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca

Gary Toft
Director of Communications
Office of the Honourable Gary Goodyear
Minister of State (Science and Technology)
613-943-7599

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Government of Canada Celebrates Millionth Visitor Milestone at Expo 2010

June 3, 2010 By Leave a Comment

SHANGHAI, CHINA, Jun 02 (MARKET WIRE) —
On behalf of the Honourable James Moore, Minister of Canadian Heritage
and Official Languages, the one-millionth visitor to the Canada Pavilion
at Expo 2010 in Shanghai was welcomed by the Honourable Jim Flaherty,
Minister of Finance, and the Honourable Peter Van Loan, Minister of
International Trade. The milestone was reached while they were in
Shanghai in the course of an official visit to China.

“One million visitors in one month confirms the popularity of the
Canada Pavilion as a destination of choice. Reaching this milestone
quickly is a major achievement,” said Minister Moore. “This
bodes well for the continuing success of our endeavours at this important
international exposition.”

“We greeted a distinguished guest today: our millionth visitor. Our
Government is proud to welcome Qiao Ren Biao to the Canada Pavilion. The
response from the Chinese population is very positive,” said
Minister Jim Flaherty. “The pavilion has established a modern image
of Canada in the hearts and imaginations of a million Chinese and
international visitors. We are confident that we will welcome millions of
other visitors by the end of October 2010.”

“Canada’s pavilion is a great showcase for the expertise, innovative
thinking, and creativity of Canadian companies,” said Minister Van
Loan. “Chinese entrepreneurs and investors will be interested in the
business component of the Pavilion and will be able to find out about the
many diverse business opportunities available in Canada. I would like to
thank Qiao Ren Biao for his interest in the Canada Pavilion. I know that
this same interest in Canada is shared by many here in Shanghai and
around the world.”

The Canada Pavilion is the result of a unique collaboration between the
Government of Canada and Cirque du Soleil. Since its opening, the
Pavilion has consistently been one of the most popular features of Expo
2010 in Shanghai.

The Canada Pavilion has seen near-capacity crowds every day since the
opening of the Expo on May 1, 2010. Qiao Ren Biao received special Canada
Pavilion souvenirs and the opportunity to have a photo taken with
Canada’s Commissioner General to Expo, Mark H. Rowswell, known in China
as Dashan.

Canadians can enjoy the Canada Pavilion, even if a trip to China is not
on their itinerary this summer, through a virtual visit to the pavilion,
which is available online.

For more information about Canada’s participation in Expo 2010 Shanghai
or to see the virtual Canada Pavilion, visit www.expo2010canada.gc.ca.

This news release is available on the Internet at
www.canadianheritage.gc.ca under Media Room.

Contacts:
Office of the Minister of Canadian Heritage
and Official Languages
Matthew Deacon – Press Secretary
819-997-7788
matthew.deacon@pch.gc.ca

Canadian Heritage
Media Relations
819-994-9101
1-866-569-6155
media@pch.gc.ca

Office of the Minister of Finance
Annette Robertson
Press Secretary
613-996-7861

Department of Finance
Jack Aubry
Media Relations
613-996-8080

Minister of International Trade
Monika Bujalska
Press Secretary
613-992-9304

Foreign Affairs and International Trade
Trade Media Relations Office
613-996-2000

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Government of Canada Celebrates Millionth Visitor Milestone at Expo 2010

June 3, 2010 By Leave a Comment

SHANGHAI, CHINA, Jun 02 (MARKET WIRE) —
On behalf of the Honourable James Moore, Minister of Canadian Heritage
and Official Languages, the one-millionth visitor to the Canada Pavilion
at Expo 2010 in Shanghai was welcomed by the Honourable Jim Flaherty,
Minister of Finance, and the Honourable Peter Van Loan, Minister of
International Trade. The milestone was reached while they were in
Shanghai in the course of an official visit to China.

“One million visitors in one month confirms the popularity of the
Canada Pavilion as a destination of choice. Reaching this milestone
quickly is a major achievement,” said Minister Moore. “This
bodes well for the continuing success of our endeavours at this important
international exposition.”

“We greeted a distinguished guest today: our millionth visitor. Our
Government is proud to welcome Qiao Ren Biao to the Canada Pavilion. The
response from the Chinese population is very positive,” said
Minister Jim Flaherty. “The pavilion has established a modern image
of Canada in the hearts and imaginations of a million Chinese and
international visitors. We are confident that we will welcome millions of
other visitors by the end of October 2010.”

“Canada’s pavilion is a great showcase for the expertise, innovative
thinking, and creativity of Canadian companies,” said Minister Van
Loan. “Chinese entrepreneurs and investors will be interested in the
business component of the Pavilion and will be able to find out about the
many diverse business opportunities available in Canada. I would like to
thank Qiao Ren Biao for his interest in the Canada Pavilion. I know that
this same interest in Canada is shared by many here in Shanghai and
around the world.”

The Canada Pavilion is the result of a unique collaboration between the
Government of Canada and Cirque du Soleil. Since its opening, the
Pavilion has consistently been one of the most popular features of Expo
2010 in Shanghai.

The Canada Pavilion has seen near-capacity crowds every day since the
opening of the Expo on May 1, 2010. Qiao Ren Biao received special Canada
Pavilion souvenirs and the opportunity to have a photo taken with
Canada’s Commissioner General to Expo, Mark H. Rowswell, known in China
as Dashan.

Canadians can enjoy the Canada Pavilion, even if a trip to China is not
on their itinerary this summer, through a virtual visit to the pavilion,
which is available online.

For more information about Canada’s participation in Expo 2010 Shanghai
or to see the virtual Canada Pavilion, visit www.expo2010canada.gc.ca.

This news release is available on the Internet at
www.canadianheritage.gc.ca under Media Room.

Contacts:
Office of the Minister of Canadian Heritage
and Official Languages
Matthew Deacon – Press Secretary
819-997-7788
matthew.deacon@pch.gc.ca

Canadian Heritage
Media Relations
819-994-9101
1-866-569-6155
media@pch.gc.ca

Office of the Minister of Finance
Annette Robertson
Press Secretary
613-996-7861

Department of Finance
Jack Aubry
Media Relations
613-996-8080

Minister of International Trade
Monika Bujalska
Press Secretary
613-992-9304

Foreign Affairs and International Trade
Trade Media Relations Office
613-996-2000

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Canada sponsors seminar on corporate social responsibility

April 29, 2010 By Leave a Comment

New Delhi, Apr.29 (ANI): The High Commission of Canada, New Delhi, and the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), will jointly host the Canada-India conclave on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) on Friday, April 30, 2010 at Hotel Le Meridian, New Delhi.

The seminar aims to showcase CSR policies and best practices and successful engagement with stake-holders. It will highlight how Canadian and Indian companies are implementing CSR practices focussed on local needs and priorities.

Santha Sheela Nair, Secretary, Ministry of Mines, Government of India will be the Chief Guest at the conclave. Some of the eminent speakers at the event are Mr Joseph Caron, High Commissioner of Canada; Mr Pooran C. Pandey, Director, Times Foundation; Ms Amita V. Joseph, Director, Business & Community Foundation; Dr Nik Senapati, Managing Director, Rio Tinto – India and Dr Avanish Kumar, In-Charge of CSR at the GMR Group.

Dr. Jan Boon, Emeritus Scientist, International Division, Earth Sciences Sector, Natural Resources Canada, will be the principal interlocutor from the Canadian side.

The Government of Canada works with the Canadian business community, civil society groups and with foreign governments to foster and promote CSR. The Government of Canada encourages all Canadian companies working internationally to respect all applicable laws and international standards, to operate transparently and in consultation with the host government and local communities, and to develop and implement CSR best practices. Internationally-agreed voluntary principles are a key part of Canada”s CSR approach.

Canada also encourages countries to effectively manage various sectors with an emphasis on economic and social development, environmental stewardship and respect for human and labour rights, including the transparent development of legislation which strikes a balance between host government responsibilities and corporate activity.

At the seminar, representatives from industry, civil society and the Indian and Canadian Governments will discuss different perceptions and practices of CSR and the issues involved when corporations interact with stake holders in society.

Corporate Social Responsibility has become an important element in corporate planning. It is the way in which companies integrate social, environmental and economic concerns into their values and operations in a transparent and accountable manner. It is integral to long-term business growth and success. CSR initiatives are broad ranging and include activities by individual companies and industry sectors as well as international standards and norms endorsed and promoted by governments.(ANI)

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Canada will not allow Khalistani movement from its soil: Obhrai

April 24, 2010 By Leave a Comment

Vowing to crush the activities of Sikh terrorist organisations in the country, a top Foreign Ministry official said Canada will not allow its soil to be used by the separatists.

“The government of Canada will not tolerate any separatist Sikh organisation that poses a threat to the sovereignty and integrity of India,” Deepak Obhrai, Parliamentary Secretary to Canadian Minister for Foreign Affairs told PTI.

Obhrai was commenting on recent concerns expressed by Prime Minister Manmohan Singh to his counterpart Prime Minister Stephen Harper over growing support by Canadian Sikhs for militants in Punjab.

Ujjal Dosanjh, a former Liberal cabinet minister and onetime British Columbia premier, has said Sikh extremism was on the rise in some parts of the country and nothing was being done about it.

That militancy is worse now, he said, than a generation ago when extremists blew up an Air India flight, killing 329 people, most of them Canadians.

Ironically, Dosanjh said separatist extremism is more entrenched in some Canadian Sikh communities than in Punjab, the Indian region where the Khalistan movement named after the theoretical Sikh country originated.

“It’s getting worse,” Globe and Mail quoted Dosanjh as saying.

“The number of people who have continued to perpetuate that kind of hatred has become smaller, but more consistent and more long-lasting,” he said.

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