Canada announces support to improve safety and economic opportunities for women and most vulnerable in Ukraine
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December 8, 2020 - Ottawa, Ontario - Global Affairs Canada
Canada is unwavering in its support for Ukraine as it secures its future as a stable, democratic and prosperous country. This includes supporting the Government of Ukraine to enhance the economic security of women, especially those affected by the conflict in eastern Ukraine.
Today, in a meeting with the Ukrainian Canadian Congress (UCC), the Honourable Karina Gould, Minister of International Development, announced 4 projects totalling over $25 million to support the economic empowerment of rural women, internally displaced persons, persons with disabilities and other vulnerable groups in Ukraine. This follows a recent announcement that Canada is providing $7 million to increase security and protection from sexual and gender-based violence for women and girls across Ukraine.
Canada announces assistance for those affected by conflict in Ethiopia’s Tigray region
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November 23, 2020 – Ottawa, Ontario - Global Affairs Canada
Canada is deeply concerned by the humanitarian crisis caused by the conflict in Ethiopia’s Tigray region.
Today, the Honourable Karina Gould, Minister of International Development, announced new support for humanitarian operations in Ethiopia and Sudan in response to the impact of growing conflict. Canada’s commitment will provide $3 million to experienced humanitarian partners who are providing assistance to people affected by conflict within the Tigray region of Ethiopia and to those who have crossed the border seeking safety in Sudan.
However, the CRA s letter says student loans and bursaries do not count toward employment income. I called them and I made sure that I [did] the work that I need to do to make sure I m eligible for it, Coucopoulos said.
The CRA s letter advises Coucopoulos to repay the $12,000 in benefits he received by the end of December, although it notes he may have made an honest mistake and says no penalties or interest would be charged if he missed that date.
A copy of the letter sent by the CRA to Coucopoulos.(submitted by Alex Coucopoulos)
The federal government has acknowledged that it provided unclear instructions when the CERB program was being rolled out, including the information provided to call centre agents.
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December 20, 2020
By Rob Morrison
As I sit down to pen this summary of my first year serving as your Member of Parliament, I am just now processing how much need there has been and continues to be throughout Kootenay-Columbia.
Under normal circumstances we have time to create memories to draw on. However, this year has been anything but normal as the health crisis has impacted every one of us. What is contained within this report is by no means the full scope of work completed, but rather a snapshot of many of the major issues. As a governing approach I have instructed staff to prepare purpose-filled schedules so that every moment of the day is dedicated to serving the needs of the riding, both from Ottawa and here in the Constituency.