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We wish to inform you of the following federal calls for proposals, consultations, and appointment opportunities that are currently open.
CALLS FOR PROPOSALS
The Community Interaction Programme (CIP)
Deadline: Wednesday April 10, 2024, at 11:59 p.m.
The CIP is a financial assistance program that supports community projects aimed at conserving and improving the St. Lawrence ecosystem. The Community Interaction Program supports community projects that seek to achieve at least one of the following objectives: conserving biodiversity, promoting sustainable use, and improving water quality of the St. Lawrence ecosystem.
2ELGBTQI+ 2024 Project Fund
Deadline: Wednesday April 10, 2024, at 12:00 (noon) PST
The 2ELGBTQI+ 2024 Project Fund will enable 2ELGBTQI+ organizations to support community initiatives that work to remove barriers to equality. This includes projects that facilitate systemic change as well as the development of knowledge, tools and support measures for the community. 2SLGBTQI+ Projects Fund 2024 Call for Proposals: About - Women and Gender Equality Canada
School Health Grant for Youth
Deadline: Monday, April 15, 2024 at 5:00pm EST
The School Health Grant for Youth provides Canadian youth, ages 13 to 19 and enrolled in Secondary 3 to 6, the opportunity to apply for up to $1500 of grant funding. The goal of the grant is to empower youth to develop their own initiatives that encourage and promote healthy living in their schools and communities. Projects must match up with PHAC's mandate and encourage healthy living by teaching participants about important topics, sharing resources and information, and helping participants develop healthy skills. School Health Grant for Youth - Canada.ca
Identifying the root causes of irregular migration through economic empowerment in Honduras
Deadline: Wednesday April 24, 2024 at 12:00 (noon) EST
This program focuses on increasing the economic prosperity of small-scale farmers and training young workers. It aims to support the efforts of organizations to address the root causes of irregular migration by creating resilient, sustainable and inclusive economic opportunities for women and youth, particularly in marginalized and vulnerable communities in Honduras.
Building Communities through Arts and Heritage - Local festivals
Deadlines:
The Local Festivals component of the Building Communities through Arts and Heritage program provides funding to local groups for recurring festivals that present the work of local artists; local artisans; local heritage performers or specialists; and local First Nations, Inuit, and Métis cultural carriers. This includes the celebration of LGBTQ2+ communities and Indigenous cultural celebrations.
Google’s open call for news organizations
Deadline : Tuesday, April 30, 2024
Google launched an open call for news organizations to deliver its promised contribution as part of the Online News Act. This is the first step in allocating the $100 million in financial support annually, indexed to inflation, that was previously announced. This funding will support a wide range of news businesses across the country, including independent news businesses and those from Indigenous and official-language minority communities. We encourage all eligible news organizations to participate in the open call. Google and News in Canada (blog.google)
Support for business incubators and accelerators in Quebec
Deadline: Wednesday, May 8, 2024
Business incubators and accelerators play a key role in the creation and development of young innovative businesses in Quebec. They support them at all stages of their development and act as levers for innovation to enable them to generate concrete economic impacts across Quebec. Call for proposals launched for Quebec’s business incubators and accelerators - Canada.ca
Training Fund for Sustainable Employment (FFED)
Deadline: Wednesday, May 15, 2024, at 3pm EST
The Training Fund for Sustainable Employment (FFED) aims to support a range of training projects that will help workers upgrade or acquire new skills for jobs in the low carbon economy. The fund will focus on low carbon energy and carbon management, green buildings and retrofits, as well as electric vehicle servicing and charging infrastructure.
We’ll hold information sessions to give an overview of this application process. You can take part online or by teleconference.
If you'd like to attend, send an email to [email protected] by April 5, 2024 at 5:00 pm, EDT. In your email, specify your preferred language (English or French) and if you need accommodations.
Canada Arts Training Fund
Deadline: Sunday, June 30, 2024
The Canada Arts Training Fund (CATF) supports arts training in Canada. The CATF provides financial support for the operations of Canadian arts organizations that specialize in training artists for professional national or international artistic careers at the highest levels.
Green wood construction programme (CVBois)
Deadline: Sunday, June 30, 2024
The Green Wood Construction (GWCC) program encourages greater use of wood construction technologies in building projects. The program will seek to target innovative building solutions and schematic designs under key areas of interest including, but not limited to, prefabrication including modular buildings, retrofits, and design for disassembly/adaptability. The GCWood program hosted webinars in August (one in English and one in French) to provide information about the program’s application and evaluation process and to answer questions from applicants. You can find the webinar recording here.
Investments in Forest Industry Transformation (IFIT)
Deadline: Sunday, June 30, 2024
The IFIT program helps improve the environmental performance of the forestry sector by supporting demonstration and uptake projects that promote the decarbonization of industrial processes, as well as the efficient use of resources that produce more value from the same amount of wood. It continues to fund projects that produce renewable energy and sustainable bioproducts and seeks to invest in projects that integrate technologies leading to greater energy efficiency and explore bioenergy carbon capture in forest sector operations. The IFIT program hosted webinars in August (one in English and one in French) to provide information about the program’s application and evaluation process and to answer questions from applicants. You can find the webinar recording here.
Critical Minerals Infrastructure Fund - Indigenous Grants Program
Deadline: Tuesday, December 31, 2024
The Critical Minerals Infrastructure Fund (CMIF) will provide up to $1.5 billion in federal funding over seven years for clean energy and transportation infrastructure projects necessary to enable the sustainable development and expansion of critical minerals in Canada. The CMIF currently offers grants to support Indigenous engagement, participation and capacity building related to infrastructure projects that would enable critical minerals development.
Zero Emission Vehicle Awareness Initiative (ZEVAI) - Indigenous-led projects pilot
Deadline: Monday, March 31, 2025
The Zero Emission Vehicle Awareness Initiative (ZEVEI) supports projects that aim to increase awareness, knowledge and public confidence in zero-emission vehicles (ZEV) and public charging and refueling infrastructure. The ZEVAI helps fund outreach, education, and capacity-building activities, ultimately enabling greater adoption of ZEVs by Canadians in all regions of the country. The Ingidenous-led projects pilot program supports Indigenous-led projects that aim to address awareness and knowledge gaps related to all types of ZEVs, lower-carbon medium- and heavy-duty vehicles, and clean fuels, such as clean hydrogen and biofuels.
Tourism Growth Program
Deadline: Tuesday, March 31, 2026
The Tourism Growth Program is now open in Quebec, with a budget of $21.1 million. SMEs, NPOs and social economy enterprises active in the tourism industry can now apply to the program through Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED). CED’s support focuses on increasing the capacity of local tourist attractions to enhance their potential to attract visitors from outside Quebec by supporting the development of tourism products and experiences, in particular in rural and remote regions.
Green Freight Program - Stream 1 Assess and Retrofit
Deadline: Applications will be accepted on a continuous intake basis until March 31, 2027
The Green Freight Program will help fleets reduce their fuel consumption and greenhouse gas emissions through fleet energy assessments, fleet retrofits, engine repowers, logistical best-practice implementation and the purchase of low carbon vehicles. Stream 1 of the Program is providing grant funding up to a maximum of $250,000 per Applicant towards Third-Party Fleet Energy Assessments and Truck/Trailer Equipment Retrofits. Natural Resources Canada has established a list of approved retrofit devices, of which a percentage of the cost will be eligible for a grant. This stream aims to increase the knowledge and capacity of the on-road freight transportation sector to adopt energy efficiency measures tailored to operational needs by providing financial support.
Indigenous Leadership Fund
Deadline: March 31, 2027
The Indigenous Leadership Fund is a new program under the Low Carbon Economy Fund. It provides up to $180 million by 2029 to support climate action by Indigenous peoples. The program will fund Indigenous-owned and led renewable energy, energy efficiency, and low-carbon heating projects. Recognizing the unique rights, interests, and circumstances of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis governments, communities, and organizations, the Indigenous Leadership Fund will use a distinctions-based approach to deliver funding to support projects that are Indigenous-owned and led, advance Indigenous climate leadership and support the self-determined climate, social, and economic priorities of Indigenous peoples. Indigenous Leadership Fund - Canada.ca
Foreign Credential Recognition Program
Deadline: Applications are reviewed on a continual basis
Funding provided to governments, organizations and community groups for programs that contribute to the integration of newcomers and skilled migrant workers in their field of study or in a related field.
Department of National Defence Indigenous Reconciliation Program - Grants and contributions
Deadline: Funding submissions will be accepted as long as funds remain available for the fiscal year. A funding submission must be made by no later than March 1st of each fiscal year.
The Indigenous Reconciliation Program provides funding for work that helps build and maintain relationships between Indigenous communities and the Department of National Defence/Canadian Armed Forces (DND/CAF). Starting in fiscal year 2023-2024, up to $1.5 million in grants and contributions funding will be allocated each year through the Indigenous Reconciliation Program. This funding will be available for up to four years, ending in 2026-2027.
Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program (MARP) – Events
Deadline: Applications are reviewed on a continual basis
The Events component provides funding to community-based events that promote intercultural or interfaith understanding, promote discussions on multiculturalism, diversity, racism and religious discrimination, or celebrate a community's history and culture, such as heritage months recognized by Parliament. The Events component is actively seeking proposals that combat racism and discrimination; that provide opportunities for youth community engagement and involvement; and that build awareness and change attitudes. When conducting assessments, proposals with this focus will be treated as a priority. Application Guidelines – Events component - Canada.ca
Severe Hate-Motivated Incident Support Stream (SHMIS)
Deadline: Applications are reviewed on a continual basis
The Government of Canada is committed to protect the safety and security of Canadians. Organizations who become victim of a significant and direct hate-motivated crime against their facility may be eligible to receive prioritized federal funding from the Communities at Risk: Security Infrastructure Program (SIP)through its Severe Hate-Motivated Incident Support (SHMIS) stream.
Sport Support Program
Deadline: Applications are reviewed on a continual basis
The Sport Support Program supports the development of the Canadian sport system. Funding is provided to eligible organizations that deliver programs that support the objectives of the Canadian Sport Policy.
Museum Assistance Program
Deadline: Applications are reviewed on a continual basis
The Museums Assistance Program (MAP) supports heritage institutions and workers in the preservation and presentation of heritage collections. The program fosters the preservation of Indigenous culture and facilitates access to heritage collections for all Canadians. It also promotes professional knowledge, skills and practices related to key museum functions. The MAP provides funding to Canadian museums and related institutions through several components, and each has its own eligibility criteria.
Athlete Assistance Program
Deadline: Applications are reviewed on a continual basis
The Athlete Assistance Program - Canada.ca is a sport funding program that contributes to the pursuit of excellence. AAP support seeks to relieve some of the financial pressures associated with preparing for and participating in international sport and assists high-performance Canadian athletes to combine their sport and academic or working careers while training intensively in pursuit of world-class performances.
Local Journalism Initiative
Deadline: Applications are reviewed on a continual basis
The Local Journalism Initiative supports the creation of original civic journalism that covers the diverse needs of underserved communities across Canada. Funding is available to eligible Canadian media organizations to hire journalists or pay freelance journalists to produce civic journalism for underserved communities.
Access to Justice in Both Official Languages Support Fund
Deadline: Applications are reviewed on a continual basis
The Support Fund is designed to provide resources to facilitate access to justice in both official languages through various means, such as the creation of legal and linguistic tools, workshops and training to bilingual lawyers and stakeholders of the justice system, the development of related training material and the provision of public legal education and information. The activities and projects undertaken pursuant to the Support Fund are aligned with the Government commitments of encouraging the participation of all Canadians in linguistic duality, and in supporting official language minority communities. Access to Justice in Both Official Languages Support Fund
Movable Cultural Property Grants
Deadline: Applications are reviewed on a continual basis
Movable Cultural Property Grants help designated organizations acquire cultural property of outstanding significance and national importance to Canada, as outlined in the Cultural Property Export and Import Act. Designated organizations are located in Canada and demonstrate the ability to ensure the long-term preservation of cultural property. Grants can be used to purchase cultural property for which an export permit has been denied or that is important to Canada’s national heritage and available for purchase outside the country.
Canadian Film or Video Production Tax Credit (CPTC)
Deadline: Applications are reviewed on a continual basis
The Canadian Film or Video Production Tax Credit (CPTC) provides eligible productions with a fully refundable tax credit equal to 25% of eligible labor expenditures. Jointly administered by the Canadian Audio-Visual Certification Office (CAVCO) and the Canada Revenue Agency, the CPTC encourages the creation of Canadian film and video productions and the growth of Canada's independent film and video sector.
Economic Development Initiative – Official Languages
Deadline: Applications are reviewed on a continual basis
The aim of this funding is to foster the economic development of official language minority communities (OLMCs). The funding may serve to kickstart innovative or entrepreneurial projects, solidify partnerships or diversify economic activities in these communities. The Economic Development Initiative – Official Languages falls under the QEDP. CED | Economic Development Initiative – Official Languages (canada.ca)
Support for Regional Quantum Innovation
Deadline: Applications are reviewed on a continual basis
Canada Economic Development's support for regional quantum innovation (RQI) aims to help small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and non-profit organizations (NPOs) adopt, develop and commercialize quantum technologies and products based on these technologies. It makes it possible to position SMEs and NPOs, in addition to the Quebec organizations that support them, in this emerging sector and strengthen Canada’s global leadership in the quantum sector. CED | Support for Regional Quantum Innovation (canada.ca).
Business scale-up and productivity
Deadline: Applications are reviewed on a continual basis
This funding, which aims to foster innovation and business growth, can be awarded at any stage of a business’s development. Projects submitted by SMEs or NPOs are funded for fostering expansion, productivity and growth through innovation. This funding is provided under the REGI program. Main sectors that are eligible are manufacturing, food processing, information, communications and multimedia technologies and life sciences. Other sectors may also be eligible. CED | Business scale-up and productivity (canada.ca)¸
Diversify your Economy
Deadline: Applications are reviewed on a continual basis
This funding aims to promote the regions and foster the development of local economies. Specifically, it is intended to help boost spending by tourists from outside Quebec; increase the presence of international organizations; strengthen economic activity in the regions by supporting local business projects; and generate investments and economic spin-offs through the acquisition of community economic facilities. This funding is provided under the QEDP. CED | Diversify your economy (canada.ca)
Regional Innovation Ecosystems
Deadline: Applications are reviewed on a continual basis
This stream targets NPO projects that help create an innovation-friendly entrepreneurial environment that fosters the growth and productivity of businesses in a given region. The funding is provided under the REGI program. To be eligible, projects must meet one of the following objectives: foster closer ties among the players in the various ecosystems; foster the creation, growth and maintenance of regional clusters or attract foreign investment. Main sectors that are eligible: manufacturing, food processing, information and communications technologies and life sciences. Other sectors may also be eligible. CED | Regional Innovation Ecosystems (canada.ca).
Canada Cultural Spaces Fund
Deadline: Applications examined on an ongoing basis
The Canada Cultural Spaces Fund (CCSF) helps improve physical conditions for innovation in the arts, heritage and creative communities. The Fund supports renovation and construction projects as well as the acquisition of specialized equipment and feasibility studies related to cultural spaces. Potential applicants are asked to contact a CCSF advisor at the nearest Canadian Heritage regional office before submitting an application.
Black Community Entrepreneurship Loan Fund
Deadline: Applications examined on an ongoing basis
The Black Community Entrepreneurship Loan Fund is a partnership between the Government of Canada, Black-led business organizations, the Business Development Bank of Canada and other financial institutions. It will provide loans of up to $250,000 to Black business owners and entrepreneurs across the country. The Government of Canada has announced that the Black Community Entrepreneurship Loan Fund is accepting loan applications from Black business owners and entrepreneurs through the Canadian African Economic Federation (FACE). Visit FACE to apply.
Agricultural Clean Technology Program: Research and Innovation Stream
Deadline: Applications are reviewed on a continual basis
As part of the Government of Canada’s strengthened climate plan, A Healthy Environment and a Healthy Economy, the new Agricultural Clean Technology Program aims to create an enabling environment for the development and adoption of clean technology that will help drive the changes required to achieve a low-carbon economy and promote sustainable growth in Canada’s agriculture and agri-food sector. The Research and Innovation Stream will support pre-market innovation, including research, development, demonstration and commercialization activities, to develop transformative clean technologies and enable the expansion of current technologies, in three priority areas: green energy and energy efficiency, precision agriculture, bioeconomy.
Rural Transit Solutions Fund - 2nd Phase
Deadline: Applications are reviewed on a continual basis
The Rural Transit Solutions Fund supports the development and expansion of locally driven transit solutions to benefit people living in rural, remote, Indigenous, and Northern communities. Eligible applicants can apply for a contribution of up to $3 million for conventional solutions (e.g., vehicle or software) or up to $5 million for zero-emissions transit solutions. Applications to the Rural Transit Solutions Fund’s capital stream will be accepted via the online portal. Infrastructure Canada will provide notification on its website in advance of the closure of the application intake. Applicants are encouraged to review the information in the applicant guide and follow the Step-by-Step Guide to completing the application. For questions or to discuss projects, email [email protected] or call (toll-free) 1-833-699-2280.
Canada Small Business Financing Program
Deadline: Applications are reviewed on a continual basis
Changes have been made to the Canada Small Business Financing Program that cut red tape for small business and increase their access to financing. The changes include expanding financing eligibility to cover intangible assets, such as new product trademarks or software upgrades; increasing maximum loan amounts to 1,15 million dollars; extending government coverage periods for equipment and leasehold improvements; and introducing a line of credit option of up to $150,000.
Affordable Housing Innovation Fund
Deadline: Applications are reviewed on a continual basis
The Affordable Housing Innovation Fund supports new ideas that will drive change and disrupt the industry – ideas and approaches that will evolve the affordable housing sector and create the next generation of housing in Canada. You can get funding for your innovations to:
Preservation Funding for community housing
Deadline : Applications are reviewed on a continual basis
The Preservation Funding for community housing is a financial assistance to help community housing providers complete preservation activities related to the sustainability of existing community housing projects. The maximum Preservation Funding available per project to complete eligible activities is $50,000.
Shelter Enhancement Program (SEP)
Deadline: Applications are reviewed on a continual basis
The Shelter Enhancement Program (SEP) is funding to build and repair shelters and housing for people who are fleeing domestic violence. This program is open to all First Nations or First Nation housing organizations that operate housing for people fleeing domestic violence. For more information about this program, please contact your First Nation Housing Specialist.
The Net-Zero Challenge for Businesses
Deadline: Applications are reviewed on a continual basis
The government announced the launch of the Net-Zero Challenge, a new national voluntary initiative for businesses operating in Canada. Businesses that join the Challenge commit to developing and implementing credible and effective plans to transition their facilities and operations to net-zero emissions by 2050. Companies will benefit from technical guidance, best practices, a community of peer businesses and the opportunity to highlight their commitment to achieving net-zero emissions. The Net-Zero Challenge also includes various participation tiers to encourage ambition and track progress in net-zero planning.
The Canada Digital Adoption Program
Deadline: Applications are reviewed on a continual basis
Determined to help small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) realize their full potential by adopting digital technologies, the Government of Canada has launched the Canada Digital Adoption Program (CDAP). CDAP comprises two separate funding components:
National Housing Co-Investment Fund: Black-led Organizations
Deadline: Applications are reviewed on a continual basis
Earlier this year, the Government of Canada announced that up to $50 million would be dedicated to building housing for Black communities. Through the National Housing Co-Investment Fund: Black-led Organizations, up to 40% targeted funding for new affordable housing for Black households will be available. This program is designed to help Black-led organizations build housing and increase the supply of affordable housing for Black communities in Canada. The Fund prioritizes partnerships between Black-led organizations and other partners such as governments, non-profit organizations and other similar groups.
Energy Innovation Programme - Call for proposals for the measurement and mitigation of methane emissions
Status: open to declarations of interest
In support of Canada’s Methane Centre of Excellence, the Energy Innovation Program’s Methane Measurement and Mitigation Call responds to the urgent need to reduce methane emissions in this decade, alongside deep cuts in CO2, to achieve the Paris Agreement goal of limiting global temperature increases to 1.5oC above pre-industrial levels. It will invest in Canadian expertise to accelerate development of more effective knowledge and technologies for methane measurement, reporting, and verification (MRV), as well as the mitigation or elimination of methane emissions in Canada.
Creative Export Canada
Deadline : Launch in winter 2024
The Creative Export Canada program provides visibility and financing to promote the financial success of Canadian works abroad. CEC aims to encourage the discovery of Canadian works in foreign markets and to increase the profitability of Canada's creative industries. The next cohort is scheduled for winter 2024 (launch and deadline dates to be confirmed), for projects with expenditures beginning between April 1, 2024 and March 31, 2025.
PUBLIC CONSULTATIONS
For a full list of current public consultations:
https://www.canada.ca/en/government/system/consultations/consultingcanadians.html
Implementation Framework for a Right to a Healthy Environment in the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999
Deadline: Monday, April 8, 2024
A discussion paper on the Framework for Implementing the Right to a Healthy Environment under Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999 (CEPA) was released on February 8, 2024. The document is open for a 60-day public comment period ending April 8, 2024. Comments received during this period will be taken into account in developing the draft implementation framework.
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Consultation on Scientific Research and Experimental Development
Deadline: Monday April 15, 2024
The federal government is seeking views on cost-neutral ways to modernize and improve the Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) tax incentives. The Department of Finance is releasing a consultation paper to gather input on the SR&ED program. We also invite you to submit any additional comments or feedback relevant to the scope of this consultation. Consultation on Scientific Research and Experimental Development
Consultation to co-develop an Indigenous broadcasting policy
Deadline: Monday July 22, 2024
The CRTC is holding a public consultation to gather views on how to support Indigenous broadcasters and content creators, and to ensure Indigenous stories and voices are represented, easily found, and shared across all platforms. The CRTC is accepting comments on the co-development until July 22, 2024. To facilitate engagement, interested parties can participate by:
Other ways to participate include consulting the summary notice of consultation or hosting a community-led engagement session and submitting comments using one of the ways outlined above.
Co-developing distinctions-based Indigenous health legislation
Current Status: Open
The Government of Canada, in collaboration with Indigenous partners and the provinces and territories, is developing new distinctions-based Indigenous health legislation to facilitate access to high quality, culturally appropriate health services. To get involved, you can attend an engagement session by contacting [email protected] or send comments directly to this same email address. Co-developing distinctions-based Indigenous health legislation (sac-isc.gc.ca)
Consultation on Creating a Patent Box Regime
Current Status: Open
The federal government is seeking views on the suitability of adopting a patent box regime to encourage the creation and retention of intellectual property (IP) stemming from research and development (R&D) conducted in Canada. The Department of Finance is releasing a consultation paper to gather input on the potential introduction of a patent box regime in Canada. We also invite you to submit any additional comments or feedback relevant to the scope of this consultation. Consultation on Creating a Patent Box Regime
APPOINTMENT OPPORTUNITIES
To view and apply for all federal government appointment opportunities: Appointment opportunities
Youth Council on the Environment and Climate Change
Deadline: Friday April 26, 2024
Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) is looking for young people in Canada between the ages of 18 and 29 to become a member of the next Environment and Climate Change Youth Council (ECCYC) by applying to an anticipatory selection process. The Youth Council will be an excellent opportunity for passionate young people in Canada to help drive change on some of the country’s most important environment and climate issues. For more information or to apply: Environment and Climate Change Youth Council - Canada.ca
Teachers Institute on Canadian Parliamentary Democracy
Deadline: Sunday, May 5, 2024
The Teachers Institute on Canadian Parliamentary Democracy is a week-long learning opportunity for teachers focused on democracy, governance and citizenship. Get up close and personal with the inner workings of Parliament, learn more about the role of parliamentarians, share best practices with peers and return to your classroom energized. Teachers Institute on Canadian Parliamentary Democracy
Youth Exchanges Canada
Deadline: Applications reviewed on a continual basis
The Exchanges Canada Program helps youth to enhance their knowledge and understanding of the country, while connecting with other youth in Canada. Youth Exchanges Canada supports a number of Canadian organizations in offering reciprocal exchanges for individual youth or groups of youth, generally between the ages of 12 and 17. Youth from different parts of the country are paired according to their ages and interests, then each participant takes a turn hosting their “twin” in their home. Read more about Youth Exchanges Canada.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact my office by e-mail at [email protected] or by telephone at 514-522-1339.
Thank you,
Steven Guilbeault
Member of Parliament for Laurier–Sainte-Marie
Minister of Environment and Climate Change
