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Q1 — How is the Government ensuring that the federal carbon pollution pricing system does not create an unreasonable burden on Canadian farmers? Q2 — What actions has the Government taken to reduce methane emissions from the agriculture sector? Q3 — What is the Government doing in response to nitrous oxide emissions from synthetic fertilizer application? Q4 — How will the Sustainable Agriculture Strategy help mitigate climate change?
The Government of Canada continues to monitor Hockey Canada with additional accountability and reporting measures after reinstating funding in March 2023 following the organization’s handling of a settlement of a sexual assault lawsuit.
The Government of Canada has taken steps to ensure more rigorous accountability within Gymnastics Canada following allegations of maltreatment at various levels of the sport in Canada. During the appearance of Gymnasts for Change Canada (now known as “Athletes Empowered”) at the Standing Committee on the Status of Women on
November 21, 2022, the representatives of this group requested that the federal government undertake an independent judicial inquiry into maltreatment in sport.
In response to an increase of reports of maltreatment and the concerns raised by victims and survivors through two Parliamentary studies, the Government of Canada announced the creation of the Future of Sport in Canada Commission. The Commission will engage and seek input from the sport community and develop recommendations for the Government of Canada to improve safety in sport and the sport system in Canada.
The creation of an Athlete Advisory Committee was announced in June 2022. In December 2023, the Minister of Sport and Physical Activity announced that she would chair the Committee and directly engage with members.
In response to an increase of reports of maltreatment within the Canadian sport system, and the concerns of victims and survivors expressed through two parliamentary studies, the Government of Canada has made significant investments to support victims and survivors, increase accountability measures for national-level sport organizations, and increase training and education to promote safe, welcoming, and inclusive sport environments.
Concussion is a serious and significant public health issue that affects the sport, recreation, health, and education sectors.
The Community Sport for All Initiative was launched on February 1, 2022, to help community organizations kick-start local organized sports with a focus on equity-deserving groups.
The Government of Canada is investing up to $220 million in support of the FIFA Men’s World Cup 2026. A contribution of up to $115.66 million to Vancouver and up to $104.34 million to Toronto will directly support the operations and capital expenses of the Canadian Host Cities.
This event presents an opportunity to generate lasting benefits for sport, for communities and for Canadians by boosting economic activity in Canada, upgrading sport and community infrastructure, and showcasing Canadian arts, culture, and heritage.