Sturgeon lake first nation opening birthing and childrearing lodge

April 29, 2026 — Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation, Treaty 6 Territory, Saskatchewan — Indigenous Services Canada

Today, the Sturgeon Lake First Nation, in partnership with Indigenous Services Canada (ISC), celebrated the grand opening of the Shirley Bighead Nihtāwiki and Ohpikihāwasowin Birthing and Childrearing Lodge. The purpose of the lodge is to provide mothers from Sturgeon Lake First Nation with the opportunity to give birth closer to home and in accordance with Cree tradition and ceremony.

To date, ISC has invested more than $20 million to the project, which includes funding for

Secretary of State van Koeverden highlights sport investments from Spring Economic Update 2026: Canada Strong for All to build stronger and safer communities

VANCOUVER, April 29, 2026

In Budget 2025, we outlined our plan to build Canada Strong. Since then, we have moved fast to build the major infrastructure, homes, and industries that grow Canada’s economy and create lasting prosperity; empowering Canadians with better careers and a more affordable life; and protecting our communities, our borders, and our way of life.

We delivered concrete savings for Canadians while supporting key national priorities and

Government of Canada announces up to $145 million to support public safety and security for the FIFA World Cup 2026™

April 29, 2026 – Toronto, Ontario

As Canada prepares to welcome the world for the FIFA World Cup 2026™, the federal government is taking action to help ensure that host cities have the public safety and security resources needed to deliver a safe, secure, and successful tournament.

Today, the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, joined by the

Minister Anand announces launch and first meeting of Federal-Provincial-Territorial Francophonie Consultation Committee

April 29, 2026 - Ottawa, Ontario - Global Affairs Canada

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the establishment of the Federal-Provincial-Territorial Francophonie Consultation Committee, which is meeting for the first time today in Ottawa.

This new committee will strengthen coordination among federal, provincial and territorial ministers on Francophonie-related priorities in the lead-up to Canada’s engagement in upcoming Francophonie summits. It will work to align Canadian approaches to economic

Government of Canada Commits to New Strategy for Nuclear Energy

April 29, 2026                                                  Ottawa, Ontario                                                          Natural Resources Canada

The world is changing rapidly, and increasingly Canadians understand that economic security requires energy sovereignty. That is why the Government of Canada is strengthening our energy sector and using every lever to unlock Canada’s potential as an energy superpower, including supporting and advancing our nuclear energy leadership.  

Today, at the Canadian Nuclear Association Conference, the Honourable Tim Hodgson,

The Honourable Tim Hodgson Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Canadian Nuclear Association Conference

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Thank you, Ian, for that introduction. Good morning, everyone. Bonjour tout le monde.

It is a pleasure to be here today, at my first CNA Conference as Minister of Energy and Natural Resources. I am told this is the Oscars for the Canadian nuclear sector!

Canada is at a pivotal moment. We are facing disruption in our markets, trade, security,

DESTINATION SILVER STAR INDUCTED TO GLOBAL ALLIANCE OF DESTINATIONS TRANSFORMING THE FUTURE OF TOURISM

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Tourism is both vulnerable to climate and social disruption and uniquely powerful in helping solve it.”

— Rodney Payne, CEO of Destination Think

SILVER STAR, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, April 29, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Destination Silver Star has officially joined the Destination Think Collective, a peer group of ambitious, forward-thinking travel leaders who are committed to using travel to make a

Minister Anand and Moroccan counterpart discuss Canada’s position on Western Sahara

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April 28, 2026 - Ottawa, Ontario - Global Affairs Canada

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, spoke with her Moroccan counterpart, Nasser Bourita, Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates.

During their discussions, the ministers noted various aspects of relations between Canada and the Kingdom of Morocco. They reaffirmed their commitment to renewed bilateral relations

Aquila Center for Cruise Excellence Launches 2026 Training Wave Season for FCCA Members

NEW BRUNSWICK, CANADA, April 28, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Aquila Center for Cruise Excellence, the official training partner of Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA), has launched the return of its Aquila

Early Planning, Stronger Outcomes: Newton’s Grove School Urges Families to Prepare for Fall School this Spring

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Early Planning, Stronger Outcomes: Newton’s Grove School Urges Families to Prepare for Fall School this Spring

By planning early, parents can make informed decisions, secure preferred placement & give children the confidence to know what lies ahead, transforming the experience from stressful to exciting.”

— Cheri Grogan, Head at Newton’s Grove School

MISSISSAUGA, ONTARIO, CANADA, April 28, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- As families begin to look ahead to the months of warmer weather and summer plans, Newton’s Grove School is encouraging parents to think one step

WSI Reports 20 to 30 Percent Productivity Gains Among SMBs Completing Structured AI Training

What separates businesses that grow with AI from those that don't is clarity”

— Kundan Mohapatra, WSI's Director of AI and Strategy

TORONTO, ONT, CANADA, April 28, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- WSI's AI CAMPUS program is reporting consistent productivity gains of 20 to 30 percent among businesses that have completed its structured AI training, according to WSI's AI and strategy team.

The figures come as WSI's AI Business Insights Report highlights a widening gap between AI tool adoption and meaningful

Edgecom Energy Wins Data Center World Innovation Challenge for AI Grid Orchestration

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Toronto-based company recognized in ABB-powered Build & Operations category for platform that turns data centers into dispatchable grid assets

Data centers are becoming power plant operators. The infrastructure is there: generators, batteries, and cooling assets. What's missing is the layer that orchestrates it all with the grid.”

— Behdad Bahrami, Co-founder and CEO, Edgecom Energy

TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, April 27, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Edgecom Energy, a Toronto-based AI energy management company, has won the Build & Operations category of the Data Center World (DCW) Innovation Challenge powered by ABB, beating thousands of global applications with a pitch to turn data centers into intelligent, dispatchable grid assets.

Now in its fifth year, the Innovation Challenge was held April 22–23 in Washington, D.C.,

Canary Medical and NanoHive Medical Announce Strategic Partnership to Develop and Commercialize Smart Spinal Cages

Collaboration brings together Canary’s active implant technology and NanoHive’s advanced spinal implant design to unlock next-generation data-driven spinal care

By combining Canary's proven smart implant platform with NanoHive’s design expertise, we have a unique opportunity to redefine what spinal implants can deliver for surgeons and patients.”

— Dr. Bill Hunter, Founding Member, CEO & CMO of Canary Medical

VANCOUVER, BC, CANADA, April 20, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Canary Medical, a medical technology company pioneering active implantable platforms and AI-driven analytics, and NanoHive Medical, a leading innovative 3D printed spinal implant technology

RED STRIPE BREAKS INTO QUEBEC AND LAUNCHES THE RISE CONCERT ZONE AT TASTE OF THE CARIBBEAN FESTIVAL

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Taste of the Caribbean Festival announces a landmark collaborating partnership with Brasserie RJ, marking Red Stripe’s first-ever festival debut in Québec.

....an important milestone for Red Stripe in Québec. Aligning with a festival that authentically celebrates Caribbean culture allows us to connect with audiences in a meaningful and impactful way.”

— François Gaumond, Marketing Director at the Brasserie RJ / Brasserie GMT

MONTREAL, QUEBEC, CANADA, April 16, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Taste of the Caribbean Festival (TOTC), in collaboration with Tanguay, proudly announces a landmark partnership with Brasserie RJ / Brasserie GMT, marking Red Stripe’s first-ever festival debut

NEW STUDY: ONTARIO PARENTS INCREASINGLY SEE SKILLED TRADES AS THE CAREER MOST RESILIENT TO ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

New research from Job Talks finds that 31% of Ontario parents now recommend the skilled trades to their children -- more than double the rate recorded in 2022 baseline research -- as A.I. anxiety reshapes how families think about careers.

Support for trades as a career path has more than doubled since 2022 — while university’s hold as the default pathway continues to weaken

Support for the skilled trades has more than doubled since 2022. Parents are connecting the dots between A.I. and job security -- and the trades are winning.”

— Jon Callegher, Executive Director, Job Talks

TORONTO, ON, CANADA, April 15, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- A major new survey of Ontario parents of high school students reveals a striking shift in how families are thinking about careers, education, and the future — driven by the rapid rise of Artificial Intelligence.

The Job Talks 2026 Report on Ontario Parents

Following Sold Out Shows Across the Country, 'The Phil Collins Story,' Announces More Tour Dates for Fall 2026

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The Crowd Favorite Docu-Concert to Hit More than 30 Cities Beginning this September

Due to the tremendous success of the first leg of the tour, we are proud to honor Phil Collins’ legacy by adding 30 more cities to our lineup commencing this fall 2026 with more dates to be announced.”

— Gilles Paquin, CEO, Paquin Entertainment Group

TORONTO, CANADA, April 15, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- On the heels of wrapping a highly successful initial North American spring tour, Paquin Exhibition & Theatrical is pleased to announce The Phil Collins Story will tour the United States again

Dynamic Pilates Redefines Therapeutic Pilates in Vancouver Through Whole-Body, Personalized Movement

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Dynamic Pilates Brings Personalized Therapeutic Pilates to Vancouver, Combining Whole-Body Movement with Rehabilitation and Performance Training

From that perspective alone, our approach is therapeutic because we work with or against body patterns that may cause pain or imbalance.”

— Fay Li

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, April 10, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- As more individuals seek thoughtful, sustainable approaches to movement and recovery, Dynamic Pilates is bringing renewed attention to therapeutic Pilates as a powerful method for long-term strength, balance, and rehabilitation.

Located in Fairview and serving clients across

Canada's Nurse Practitioners Convene in Halifax to Shape the Future of Health Care

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NPAC/NPANS 2026 National Conference Brings Together National Leaders to Advance NP Policy, Education, and Practice

HALIFAX, CANADA, April 10, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Nurse Practitioner Association of Canada (NPAC-AIIPC) and the Nurse Practitioner Association of Nova Scotia (NPANS) will host the 3rd Annual Canadian Nurse Practitioner Conference — Sea-Change Halifax 2026 on April 10–11, 2026 at the

Mago and Limitless AV Announce Strategic Partnership to Transform Meeting Room Experiences Across Canada

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Mago and Limitless AV partner to deliver platform-agnostic meeting experiences with one-touch join and wireless content sharing.

Organizations need flexibility. Mago removes platform friction so teams can meet, present, and collaborate seamlessly, no matter the platform.”

— Danny Hayasaka, Managing Director, Americas, Mago

VANCOUVER, BC, CANADA, April 10, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Mago and Limitless AV Announce Strategic Partnership to Transform Meeting Room Experiences Across Canada
Partnership combines platform-agnostic software with expert AV integration to simplify how organizations meet, present, and collaborate

Mago, a Meeting Room Experience Platform software, today announced a strategic

ELI COOPER CONTINUES DOMINANT 2026 WITH DOUBLE GOLD AT STK MASTER OF THE RING

Eli Cooper displaying his two gold medals from the 2026 STK Master of the Ring

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Ottawa martial artist opens 2026 going 4–0 in Advanced Kata with four gold medals and 12–1 in Advanced Point Fighting with three gold and one bronze.

“I'm focused on continuing to improve with every competition, so I'm happy to have some success at a great tournament like STK Master of the Ring.” ”

— Eli Cooper

OTTAWA , ON, CANADA, April 2, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Eli Cooper delivered a standout performance at the 2026 STK Master of the Ring, earning double gold in the 11–12 Advanced Boys Kata and Advanced Point Fighting divisions.

The result marks Cooper’s fourth consecutive gold medal in Advanced Kata to begin the 2026 season, maintaining a perfect 4–0 record in addition to capturing a Grand

Dimonoff Joins the Wi-SUN Alliance as Contributing Member, Reinforcing Its Commitment to Open Standards for Smart Cities

Vectanor Group joins the Wi-SUN Alliance as a Contributing Member to advance open, interoperable smart city standards.

Dimonoff enables connected smart city infrastructure through interoperable IoT networks for lighting, sensors, and urban services.

Daniel Noiseux, General Manager of Vectanor Group, leading Amotus’ expansion into Wi-SUN product development services.

Advancing open, interoperable smart city networks to help municipalities reduce vendor lock-in and scale future-ready infrastructure.

Joining the Wi-SUN Alliance reinforces our commitment to open, interoperable infrastructure for cities. Municipalities need flexibility to evolve, and open standards make that possible.”

— Daniel Noiseux, General Manager of Vectanor Group

QUEBEC, QUEBEC, CANADA, April 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Dimonoff, a globally recognised leader in smart street lighting control, is proud to announce that its parent company, Vectanor Group Inc., has joined the Wi-SUN Alliance as a Contributing

ForgeVision Names Animation Executive Saud Boksmati as Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer

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Animation industry leader joins as company expands its production analytics platform with the launch of Storyboard Analytics

We’re entering the age of the data-driven creative, where better visibility doesn’t limit creativity, it supports it and gives teams the confidence to move forward.”

— Saud Boksmati, Chief Creative Officer at ForgeVision Technologies

TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, April 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Canadian technology company ForgeVision Technologies today announced that Saud Boksmati, a veteran creative executive with experience at Bidaya

FacilityOS Earns Spot on Canada’s Best Workplaces™ 2026 List

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FacilityOS is proud to announce that it has again been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Workplaces™ for 2026.

We’ve built a culture where people are trusted to take ownership and solve meaningful problems, and that shows up in both our product and how we work together every day.”

— Ariel Mashiyev, Chairman and CEO of FacilityOS

TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, April 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Toronto, ON - March 31, 2026 - FacilityOS, the AI-powered facility management platform helping facilities run safer, more compliant, highly efficient

Patch Makers Canada Strengthens Its Position with High-Quality Patch Solutions for Brands, Teams, & Creators

Backed by over two decades of experience, PatchMakers.ca continues to serve brands, teams, and creators across Canada with flexible custom patch orders.

TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, April 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- In a market where branded apparel, club identity, merchandise culture, and personalised fashion continue to overlap, Patch Makers Canada is building a name around something simple but increasingly valuable: well-made custom