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Cision Canada
13-08-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
/R E P E A T -- MEDIA ADVISORY - Government of Canada to announce site for new Cultural Heritage Science facility/ Français
GATINEAU, QC, Aug. 12, 2025 /CNW/ - The Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement, will announce the site for a new federal facility that will strengthen Canada's leadership in heritage science. This new facility, delivered through Laboratories Canada, will bring together federal experts in conservation and archaeology to support cultural preservation, scientific collaboration and reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples. Please note that all details are subject to change. All times are local. Date: Thursday, August 14, 2025 Time: 9:30 am Location: Gatineau, Quebec Notes for media Media wishing to attend this announcement are asked to confirm their participation by sending their full name and the name of the media organization they represent to Public Services and Procurement Canada's Media Relations team at [email protected] by Wednesday, August 13, at 4:30 pm. Please include "RSVP for August 14 Press Conference" in the subject line of the email. Event location details will be shared once media are registered. Media attending the event are asked to arrive no later than 9:15 am. Follow us on X (Twitter) Follow us on Facebook SOURCE Public Services and Procurement Canada
Cision Canada
12-08-2025
- Science
- Cision Canada
MEDIA ADVISORY - Government of Canada to announce site for new Cultural Heritage Science facility Français
GATINEAU, QC, Aug. 12, 2025 /CNW/ - The Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement, will announce the site for a new federal facility that will strengthen Canada's leadership in heritage science. This new facility, delivered through Laboratories Canada, will bring together federal experts in conservation and archaeology to support cultural preservation, scientific collaboration and reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples. Please note that all details are subject to change. All times are local. Date: Thursday, August 14, 2025 Time: 9:30 am Location: Gatineau, Quebec Notes for media Media wishing to attend this announcement are asked to confirm their participation by sending their full name and the name of the media organization they represent to Public Services and Procurement Canada's Media Relations team at [email protected] by Wednesday, August 13, at 4:30 pm. Please include "RSVP for August 14 Press Conference" in the subject line of the email. Event location details will be shared once media are registered. Media attending the event are asked to arrive no later than 9:15 am. Follow us on X (Twitter) Follow us on Facebook
Cision Canada
11-08-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
MEDIA ADVISORY - Government of Canada to celebrate progress on National Shipbuilding Strategy at Seaspan's Vancouver Shipyards in British Columbia
GATINEAU, QC, Aug. 11, 2025 /CNW/ - The Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement, and Ernie Klassen, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Fisheries, will participate in an event at Seaspan's Vancouver Shipyards to celebrate its progress on National Shipbuilding Strategy (NSS) projects. In addition to highlighting the significant economic benefits being generated through the NSS for Canadian shipyards and companies, this event will showcase the success of the NSS, which is growing shipbuilding expertise and creating thousands of good jobs across the country, as well as ensuring that we can build the ships the Royal Canadian Navy and Canadian Coast Guard need, right here at home. A media availability will follow. Please note that all details are subject to change. All times are local. Information for media Media wishing to attend are asked to confirm their participation by sending their name and the name of their organization to Public Services and Procurement Canada at [email protected] by Tuesday, August 12, at 7:00 am. Please include "RSVP for NSS Event" in the subject line of the email. Event location details will be shared once media are registered. Media attending are asked to arrive at 9:30 am.
Cision Canada
14-07-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
Canada's new government implements Interim Reciprocal Procurement to protect Canadian businesses from unfair trade practices
GATINEAU, QC, /CNW/ - As Canada's new government negotiates a new economic and security partnership with the United States, it is also taking action to protect Canadian workers and businesses from unfair trade practices. Today, the Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement announced that the government has implemented a new Interim Policy on Reciprocal Procurement. Under this new policy, suppliers from countries that limit Canadian access to their own government contracts can be restricted from bidding on Canadian federal contracts. This measure will prioritize suppliers from Canada and from our reliable trading partners that provide reciprocal access to suppliers from Canada through trade agreements. The policy applies to all federal departments and agencies and will be implemented in two phases: Phase 1, the interim policy, will focus on applying the policy based on the location of suppliers, started with the roll-out of training and tools on June 30, 2025, to support implementation. The interim policy is effective as of July 14, 2025. Phase 2, the complete policy, will determine supplier eligibility based on the origin of goods and services being offered, and will be introduced at a later date. As shared earlier this year, the government is also exploring additional ways to maximize the use of Canadian steel and aluminum in government-funded projects, including in coordination with Canadian provinces and territories. By enforcing fair and reciprocal procurement access, the government will protect Canadian innovation, jobs, and economic growth, and ensure that Canadian suppliers remain competitive in the global marketplace. We will defend the interests of Canadians, safeguard Canada's workers and businesses, and build one Canadian economy – the strongest economy in the G7. Quotes "The Government of Canada is committed to protecting and defending the interests of all Canadians, and will not compromise when it comes to ensuring fair market access for Canadian industry. The Policy on Reciprocal Procurement will help leverage our purchasing power to support Canadian businesses and workers impacted by unjustified American tariffs." The Honourable Joël Lightbound Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement Quick facts The Policy on Reciprocal Procurement will apply to all new non-defence procurements over $10,000 for the Government of Canada. Contracts and solicitations posted prior to July 14, 2025, will not be impacted. Suppliers from non-trading-partner countries will not have access to Government of Canada procurements, unless there is a valid exception under the policy. Public Services and Procurement Canada plays a crucial role in ensuring that Canada's procurement practices comply with national and international trade agreements. Associated links
Cision Canada
25-06-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
The Government of Canada confirms the creation of an Advisory Group for the rehabilitation of the Quebec Bridge Français
QUEBEC CITY, June 25, 2025 /CNW/ - The Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement and Member of Parliament for Louis-Hébert, announced today the creation of an Advisory Group to support efforts to rehabilitate the Québec Bridge. In November 2024, the Government of Canada announced that the conditions necessary for the retrocession of the Québec Bridge to the federal government had been met. Canada has thus regained ownership of this historic infrastructure, which is essential to the economy of both Canada and Quebec. Management of the Québec Bridge was entrusted to the federal Crown corporation Jacques Cartier and Champlain Bridges Incorporated (JCCBI), which is responsible for elaborating and implementing the bridge's rehabilitation program. To support JCCBI in its mandate, the federal government is announcing the creation of an Advisory Group to rehabilitate the Québec Bridge. The purpose of this Group is to enable JCCBI to benefit from a diversity of expertise, to learn about the Québec City environment and its key players, as well as raise awareness of the Crown corporation and its mandate. The Advisory Group consists of representatives from JCCBI, Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada, the ministère des Transports et de la Mobilité durable du Québec, Canadian National Railway, the cities of Quebec City and Lévis, the Chambre de commerce et d'industries de Québec, the Chambre de commerce du Grand Lévis, the Commission de la capitale nationale du Québec, du Conseil régional de l'environnement (Capitale-Nationale), the Conseil régional de l'environnement (Chaudière-Appalaches), Université Laval, Port of Québec and two citizens, residents of Québec City and Lévis. The Advisory Group's mandate is for two years, the estimated time required to develop the rehabilitation plan. Once this phase has been completed, whether the Group continues, in its current or revised form, will be reassessed in light of future needs. Quotes "We are delighted today to announce the creation of this Advisory committee for the rehabilitation of the Québec Bridge, whose members are keenly aware of the needs and expectations of the community, and will help support JCCBI whose mandate is to ensure the longevity of this historic and essential infrastructure for the residents of Quebec City and Lévis, as well as for the economy of Canada and Quebec." The Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement and Member of Parliament for Louis-Hébert "The rehabilitation of the Québec Bridge is a promising project for our region, supported by the Canadian government and mobilizing local expertise, key institutions and committed citizens. The creation of this Advisory Group reflects our desire to act with transparency, rigor and proximity. It's another concrete step towards ensuring the long-term viability of this strategic link between Quebec City and Lévis." The Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Member of Parliament for Québec-Centre "The Québec Bridge is more than just infrastructure — it's a symbol of our history and a vital link for the people of Beauport–Limoilou. I'm pleased to see our government taking concrete steps toward its rehabilitation, with an advisory group that reflects the voice of our region. By working together, we can ensure its preservation for future generations." Steeve Lavoie, Member of Parliament for Beauport–Limoilou "Aware that expectations are high in the Quebec City region, the JCCBI team is working to maintain a climate of trust and developed a participatory approach that includes discussions with elected officials, stakeholders, First Nations and the general public in addition to its plan to rehabilitate the Quebec Bridge. This advisory group is part of this approach and will support our organisation in its desire to ensure close management with the community" Sandra Martel, Chief Executive Officer for Jacques Cartier and Champlain Bridges Incorporated Quick Facts The Government of Canada wishes to remember the tragic history of the bridge's construction and the legacy of the many workers who lost their lives in its construction. The Government of Canada recognizes that this bridge crosses the ancestral territory of several First Nations who have occupied this site since time immemorial. Originally conceived as a railway bridge, the Québec Bridge now includes three road lanes and a pedestrian and cyclist walkway. It remains the longest cantilever bridge ever built, spanning 549 meters between the main piers, for a total length of 987 meters and a height of 95 meters. The Québec Bridge is an essential link for regional transportation, with an average annual throughput of 33,000 vehicles per day, including some 400 public transit buses, carrying over 6,000 passengers daily. It is the only link to allow active transportation - on foot or by bike - between Quebec City and Lévis. JCCBI is a Crown corporation that operates at arm's length from government, is overseen by a Board of Directors and reports to Parliament through the Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities. June 10, 2025. Jacques Cartier and Champlain Bridges Incorporated Follow us on X, Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn Web: Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada SOURCE Department of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities
