Page 1 of 6 pages of results Next Land Use Policy Task Force and Environmental Advisory Council to hold joint consultations on protecting and managing our natural resources The Land Use Policy Task Force and the Environmental Advisory Council will work together to consult with Islanders on ways to protect and manage our natural resources, say Finance, Energy and Municipal Affairs Minister Wes Sheridan and Environment, Labour and Justice Minister Janice Sherry. "These groups have an important role, providing an opportunity for people to offer their ideas... more inside BYL Millions Invested in Innovative, Sustainable Agriculture Nova Scotia's agricultural industry is getting support to make it more innovative and sustainable. A federal and provincial investment of $5.6 million will support three projects: a green energy facility; a centre for agricultural innovation; and developing grass-fed beef as a specialty product. "Across the province, our agricultural industry contributes to vibrant communities... more inside BYL Maintaining service during adverse weather, priority for Agricorp Guelph, - Agricorp is shifting resources and priorities to focus on maintaining claim processing turnaround times in the event that this season's adverse weather results in a busier-than-normal claim season. Frost, hail and dry weather have caused significant damage to fruit, vegetables and grain and oilseed crops across the province. Agricorp has already received over 5,000 damage reports... more inside BYL Helping Ontario Farmers Cope with Dry Conditions McGuinty Government Calls on Federal Government to Increase Support Ontario has asked Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada to join with the province in an assessment of support options for livestock producers affected by dry weather through the AgriRecovery framework - a disaster relief program for farms. While touring farms in eastern Ontario, Ted McMeekin, Minister... more inside BYL MINISTER ENCOURAGES MANITOBANS TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF LOCALLY PRODUCED FOODS, FOOD PRODUCTS Agriculture, Food and Rural Initiatives Minister Ron Kostyshyn today issued a challenge to all Manitobans, asking them to support local producers by purchasing more locally produced products this summer growing season. "Summer in Manitoba is the perfect time to meet many of the local producers who grow and sell the quality, fresh, healthy foods now abundantly available in stores and... more inside BYL Seeded Acreage Report Deadline approaching The Saskatchewan Crop Insurance Corporation (SCIC) is reminding Crop Insurance customers to submit their Seeded Acreage Reports and Stored Grain Declarations by June 25. SCIC uses this information to calculate insurance coverage, claims and producer premiums. New in 2012, producers had the option of selecting up to $100 per eligible acre for the Unseeded Acreage... more inside BYL B.C. Berry and Vegetable Production Guides now online VICTORIA - B.C.'s field vegetable and berry growers can keep informed of the most up-to-date growing techniques and information by accessing a web-based version of the highly respected B.C. Production Guides. The vegetable guide has been recognized as the key reference document for safe, sustainable and competitive production of B.C. crops for almost 50 years. The... more inside BYL Province Supports Social Enterprises Social enterprises across the province will now have access to small-business loans, through the provincially funded Credit Union Small Business Loan Program. Social enterprises operate as non-profits with the purpose of addressing social, economic or environmental concerns. The province is providing a $2-million loan guarantee for the program and is available to any qualified... more inside BYL SHOPPERS RING UP RETAIL SALES IN NOVEMBER Retail sales in Saskatchewan continued to rise according to a report from Statistics Canada released today. In November 2011, retail sales were up by 11.3 per cent over November 2010, the highest among the provinces. Nationally, retail sales were up 3.1 per cent. "Saskatchewan people are feeling confident about the economy with so many great jobs in this province and that is allowing... more inside BYL GOVERNMENT OF CANADA, MANITOBA AND 14 MUNICIPALITIES DELIVER BIZPAL SERVICES Online Business Permit and Licence Service Saves Time, Cuts Paperwork and Helps Entrepreneurs Winnipeg, Manitoba- Starting and running a business in 14 Manitoba communities just became easier thanks to BizPaL, an online business permit and licence service that saves time spent on paperwork and helps entrepreneurs start up faster. Today, the Honourable Maxime Bernier, Minister... more inside BYL [1] 2 3 4 5 6 > >>