| Round table for Black History Month
Our Black History Month Roundtable, originally scheduled for February 13, is postponed to February 26, 2025, from 2 PM to 4 PM, at 815 St. Laurent Blvd.
Join us to discuss key issues and successes in the Ottawa-Vanier community.
RSVP: [email protected] | 613-998-1860
Nomination of Outstanding Women and Girls Demonstrating Community Leadership
You know an exceptional woman and/or girl who demonstrates exceptional community leadership to improve the lives of others and has made a significant contribution to community life through volunteer activities.
Help us recognize them! Unique women and girls will be honored at a breakfast.
The nomination form and supporting documents must be received by Monday, February 24, 2025.
To download the nomination form, click here.
Reopening of Alexandra Bridge
Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise the public that the Alexandra Bridge will reopen to vehicular traffic on February 26, 2025, weather permitting.
Repair work on the bridge structure carried out as part of the boardwalk and articulation repair project will allow the bridge to remain in safe service until it is replaced. PSPC has a rigorous inspection, monitoring and maintenance program to ensure that all its bridges and crossings remain safe at all times for users.
Off-peak lane closures may be necessary to finalize minor work and perform inspection and maintenance work. PSPC appreciates the public’s cooperation and understanding during this necessary repair work.
To learn more, click here.
Canada renews commitment to welcome people affected by the conflict in Sudan
Minister Miller announced that Canada will resettle more refugees affected by the conflict in Sudan over the next two years and increase the spaces available under the family-based permanent residence pathway. These measures will be delivered as part of the existing Immigration Levels Plan and could help more than 7,000 additional people impacted by the conflict in Sudan.
Canada is committing to resettle up to 4,000 Sudanese government-assisted refugees by the end of 2026, and intends to support an additional 700 Sudanese refugees through private sponsorship. This includes up to 350 Sudanese nationals privately sponsored by groups of five and community sponsors for whom Canada also intends to waive the requirement for a refugee status determination document.
The Minister also announced that the number of applications accepted into processing for the family-based permanent residence pathway will increase from 3,250 to over 5,000, which will allow Canada to welcome approximately 10,000 people under this pathway. The pathway will remain the same as when it launched in February 2024, but will no longer require the Canadian anchor to reside in a province or territory other than Quebec. We will begin accepting new applications under this pathway as of February 25, 2025.
To learn more, click here
76,000 new jobs in January!
Great news! In January, Canada gained 76,000 new jobs, including 33,000 in manufacturing.  
Under the Liberals, we’re creating more jobs with bigger paycheques! 
 Inflation is down.
Unemployment is down.
Productivity is up.
The economy is growing!
Update on the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP)
Big news! Over 1.5 million Canadians have now accessed care through the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP)!  
This wouldn’t be possible without the 24,360+ oral health providers delivering care under the CDCP – that’s over 90% of active providers across Canada!
 More than 3.3 million Canadians approved for the plan, with more joining every day.
Care provided across all provinces & territories – from 600K+ in Ontario, including 6,195 here in Ottawa-Vanier
Access to dental care is vital. Together, we’re building a healthier, more inclusive Canada.
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