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Government Initiatives
This section provides information on new and ongoing Government initiatives, programs and services.
Initiatives from previous months may be found within the Government Initiatives Archives.
Hazard check
It's important to ensure that our homes are safe and healthy places to live. Learn about home health hazards and simple steps to help reduce your exposure to them.
Budget 2010
Budget 2010 aims to sustain Canada’s economic advantage now and for the future while contributing to global economic recovery.
Speech from the Throne 2010
The Speech from the Throne is an important moment in our country's democratic life. Through the Speech from the Throne, the Government shares its vision with Canadians.
Support for Workers
Canada’s Economic Action Plan has real benefits for you. Learn more about the government programs available to help you.
Language Portal of Canada
The Language Portal Canada is a Web site that showcases Canadian expertise in the area of language. It informs readers about Canadian resources that deal with different aspects of language.
Canada Year Book 2009
The Canada Year Book 2009 is a handy reference guide that contains fascinating facts, figures and in-depth analysis on the current state of Canada. For more information or to order your own copy of the Canada Year Book, visit the Statistics Canada Web site.
Canada Small Business Financing Program
The Canada Small Business Financing Program makes it easier for small businesses to get loans from financial institutions by sharing the risk with lenders.
IP Case Studies
The Canadian Intellectual Property Office is offering intellectual property (IP) case studies as a teaching tool to engineering, science and business students at the post-secondary education level. The case studies introduce the strategic value of IP.
ecoACTION
The Government of Canada's plan to regulate both greenhouse gas emissions and air pollutants from industrial emitters.
Canada's Economic Action Plan
Through Canada’s Economic Action Plan, the Government is acting to counter the effects of the global recession at home, while working with our international partners towards a quick return to global economic growth and long-term prosperity.
Speech from the Throne 2009
The Speech from the Throne is an important moment in our country's democratic life. Through the Speech from the Throne, the Government shares its vision with Canadians.
Budget 2009 - Canada's Economic Action Plan
Canada's Economic Action Plan is a balanced stimulus plan that includes massive investments in infrastructure, tax relief and transfers, and other new initiatives.
Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA)
Saving just got a whole lot easier. Canadians have a reason to save to fulfill important lifetime goals and aspirations. Whatever your reason, the TFSA can help you achieve your objectives. Find out more now.
Avoid the rush! Apply for your passport today!
Starting June 1, 2009, you will need a passport if you want to travel to the United States. Don't wait until the last minute. Apply for your passport today.
The Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative
The Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI) is a U.S. law that will require all travellers, including U.S. and Canadian citizens, to present a valid passport or other secure document when travelling to the United States from within the western hemisphere.
Foreign Credentials Referral Office
The Foreign Credentials Referral Office provides information, path-finding and referral services to help foreign-trained workers succeed and put their skills to work in Canada more quickly.
Building Canada
Through its unprecedented $33 billion Building Canada infrastructure plan, the Government of Canada is providing long-term, stable and predictable funding to help meet infrastructure needs across Canada. Building Canada will support a stronger, safer and better Canada.
Food and Consumer Product Safety Action Plan
The Government of Canada's Food and Consumer Safety Action Plan, and recently proposed legislation, will improve Canada's existing processes by preventing problems in the first place, targeting the products that present the highest risks, and providing rapid response to problems when they occur.
A Healthy Pregnancy is in Your Hands!
Planning a pregnancy and being pregnant are exciting times in your life! Find out more information to make it a healthier experience for you and your baby.
Passenger Protect Program
Flying within Canada? All persons who appear 18 years or older must have valid government issued identification. Visit the Passenger Protect web Site for more information.
Services for People with Disabilities Guide
This guide features more than 60 resources for people with disabilities, their families and their caregivers.
Discover Aboriginal culture with the Virtual Museum of Canada
The Virtual Museum of Canada brings together museums from across Canada that showcase Aboriginal people through fascinating virtual exhibits, online activities and an assortment of images. Visit the Virtual Museum of Canada and learn more about Aboriginal culture in Canada.
Believe in yourself
Canada Student Loans help over 300,000 students every year. Whether it is for college, university, or to learn a trade, Canada Student Loans help people find their way. Find out how by visiting canlearn.ca.
