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Sources Experts & SpokespersonsSources Select ResourcesCanada's Science Library Closures Mirror Bush's PlaybookSimilar moves by US Republican president met sharp backlash from 10,000 scientists. Nikiforuk, Andrew Article 2014 The Tyee The Harper government is now eliminating seven Department of Fishery libraries containing one of the world's most comprehensive collections of information on fisheries, aquatic sciences and nautical s... What's Driving Chaotic Dismantling of Canada's Science Libraries?Scientists reject Harper government claims vital material is being saved digitally Nikiforuk, Andrew Article 2013 The Tyee Scientists say the closure of some of the world's finest fishery, ocean and environmental libraries by the Harper government has been so chaotic that irreplaceable collections of intellectual capital ... Government Ministries & AgenciesAgriculture and Agri-Food CanadaThe Department is responsible for federal policies, programs and regulations related to agriculture and food. Its mandate is to promote the growth and profitability of the agriculture and food sector ... Atlantic Canada Opportunities AgencyACOA's goal is to improve the economy of Atlantic Canadian communities through the successful development of business and job opportunities. Canadian Environmental Assessment AgencyTheir role "is to provide Canadians with high-quality environmental assessments that contribute to informed decision making, in support of sustainable development." Canadian International Development AgencyMandate: "Supporting sustainable development, reducing poverty and providing humanitarian assistance in order to promote a more secure, equitable and prosperous world." Canadian Security Intelligence ServiceProtects the national security interests of Canada by investigating and reporting on threats to the security of Canada. Canadian Transportation AgencyThe Agency's responsibilities include: Dispute Resolution, to resolve complaints about transportation services, rates, fees and charges; Accessibility, to ensure that our national transportation syste... Correctional Service of CanadaResponsible for administering sentences of a term of two years or more, as imposed by the courts. CSC is responsible for managing institutions of various security levels and supervising offenders unde... Environment CanadaEnvironment Canada is dedicated to safeguarding people's health and property from harmful substances and environmental changes; their quality of life, based on society's development in harmony with it... Foreign Affairs And International Trade CanadaMedia Relations Office
The Media Relations Office maintains an ongoing working relationship with Canadian and foreign journalists in Canada. It is the departmental contact point for requests coming f... Health CanadaHealth Canada is the Federal department responsible for helping Canadians maintain and improve their health, while respecting individual choices and circumstances. Human Resources and Skills DevelopmentHuman Resources Development Canada's mission is to enable Canadians to participate fully in the workplace and the community. The department provides an integrated approach to Canada's national investm... Indian and Northern AffairsThe Department has statutory responsibilities in relation to Canada's status Indians and Inuit, as well as statutory responsibilities concerning the Yukon Territory, the Northwest Territories and Nuna... Industry CanadaIndustry Canada's mission is to foster a growing, competitive, and innovative knowledge-based Canadian economy that provides more and better jobs for Canadians; supports stronger, sustainable business... Public Safety CanadaEnsure coordination across all federal departments and agencies responsible for national security and the safety of Canadians. Public Service CommissionAn independent agency responsible for safeguarding the values of a professional Public Service: competence, non-partisanship and representativeness. Western Economic DiversificationWorks to strengthen western innovation, entrepreneurship and community economic development. |
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