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Harper Government Invests in Safety at Campbell River Airport Monday, 15 April 2013 CAMPBELL RIVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA — The Honourable John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, on behalf of the Honourable Denis Lebel, Minister of Transport, Infrastructure...

John Duncan MP Announces Small Craft Harbour Funding for Port McNeill Wednesday, 03 April 2013 PORT MCNEILL BC– John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, announced today that the harbour in Port McNeill will be receiving funding for improvements through the small...

MP John Duncan: Economic Action Plan 2013 continues focus on jobs, growth and long-term prosperity Tuesday, 26 March 2013 VANCOUVER ISLAND NORTH – The new federal budget - Economic Action Plan 2013 continues to focus on job creation, economic growth, and long-term prosperity. The Plan returns to a balanced budget...

MP John Duncan encourages nominations for the Prime Minister's Volunteer Awards Tuesday, 26 March 2013 VANCOUVER ISLAND NORTH, BC March 26, 2013 – Do you know an individual, a group, a business or a not-for-profit organization that is making a difference in your community? MP John Duncan...

MP John Duncan Announces Small Craft Harbour Funding for Gilford Island Tuesday, 26 March 2013 Gilford Island, British Columbia – John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, announced today that the harbour on Gilford Island will be receiving funding for improvements...

Harper Government Invests in Improvements to Port McNeill's Rotary Trail Friday, 15 March 2013 Port McNeill, British Columbia – Today, the Honourable John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western...

Harper Government Invests in Improvements to Port Alice's water supply Friday, 15 March 2013 Port Alice, British Columbia – Today, the Honourable John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western...

New wastewater treatment plant in the Comox Valley will protect the environment Wednesday, 13 March 2013 Comox Valley, British Columbia – The Comox Valley Regional District (CVRD) and Village of Cumberland south sewer project is taking a major step forward with a contribution of $17 million from...

Harper Government Invests in Improvements to Black Creek's Community Infrastructure Tuesday, 12 March 2013 Black Creek, British Columbia – Today, the Honourable John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western...

Harper Government Invests in Improvements to Campbell River's Community Infrastructure Tuesday, 12 March 2013 Campbell River, British Columbia – Today, the Honourable John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for...

Harper Government Invests in Improvements to Campbell River's Community Infrastructure Tuesday, 12 March 2013 CAMPBELL RIVER, British Columbia – Today, the Honourable John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western...

Harper Government Invests in Improvements to Merville's Community Infrastructure Tuesday, 12 March 2013 Merville, British Columbia– Today, the Honourable John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic...

Harper Government Invests in Improvements to Community Infrastructure in Manson's Landing Thursday, 07 March 2013 Manson’s Landing, British Columbia – Today, the Honourable John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State...

Harper Government Invests in Improvements to Mount Cain's Community Infrastructure Thursday, 07 March 2013 Mount Cain, British Columbia – Today, the Honourable John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western...

Harper Government Invests in Improvements to Denman Island's Community Infrastructure Friday, 01 March 2013 Denman Island, British Columbia– Today, the Honourable John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western...

Government of Canada invests to help youth in Central Vancouver Island get jobs Tuesday, 26 February 2013 Hornby Island, British Columbia—The Government of Canada is providing support for youth in Central Vancouver Island to help them gain the skills and experience they need to enter and succeed...

John Duncan MP Encourages Nominations for the 2013 Prime Minister's Awards for Teaching Excellence and Excellence in Early Childhood Education Thursday, 21 February 2013 COURTENAY, BC - John Duncan, Member of Parliament Vancouver Island North, is reminding community members that the call for nominations for the 2013 Prime Minister’s Awards for Teaching...

Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal Awarded Wednesday, 20 February 2013 Courtenay, BC – February 20, 2013 - On behalf of His Excellency the Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, the Honourable John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island...

Statement by the Honourable John Duncan Friday, 15 February 2013 Member of Parliament John Duncan today issued the following statement: “In June of 2011 I wrote a character reference letter to the Tax Court of Canada on behalf of an individual to whom my...

John Duncan MP invites local employers to apply for Canada Summer Jobs funding Wednesday, 06 February 2013 Courtenay, BC, February 6, 2013—John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, today encouraged employers to apply for funding through the Canada Summer Jobs program to help...

Connecting Unemployed Canadians With Available Jobs Wednesday, 23 January 2013 COURTENAY, BC – The Honourable John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North and Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada is reminding constituents that the...

Governments of Canada and BC team up to help unemployed older workers in Courtenay and area Tuesday, 08 January 2013 Courtenay, British Columbia—Up to 60 unemployed older workers in Courtenay and nearby communities will receive help to improve their skills and re-enter the workforce through the Targeted...

Nominations for Prime Minister's Volunteer Awards Monday, 07 January 2013 COURTENAY, BC - MP John Duncan is reminding community members that the call for nominations for the Prime Minister’s Volunteer Awards was recently announced by the Honourable Diane Finley,...

Harper Government Creates Jobs and Growth with Improvements to Black Creek's Community Infrastructure Tuesday, 18 December 2012 BLACK CREEK, BRITISH COLUMBIA – Today, the Honourable John Duncan, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for...

Harper Government Creates Jobs and Growth with Investment in Campbell River's Community Infrastructure Tuesday, 18 December 2012 Campbell River, BRITISH COLUMBIA – Today, the Honourable John Duncan, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of...

Harper Government Invests in Improvements to the Ehattesaht/Chinehkint's Community Infrastructure Monday, 17 December 2012 Zeballos, British Columbia – Today, the Honourable John Duncan, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development and Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, on behalf of the...

Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal Awarded Saturday, 15 December 2012 COMOX, BC – December 15, 2012 - On behalf of His Excellency the Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, the Honourable John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island...

MP Duncan Announces Small Craft Harbour Funding - Kelsey Bay Friday, 14 December 2012 Courtenay, BC December 14, 2012 – Honourable John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North and Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development announced today that the...

Harper Government Invests in the Hornby Festival Society Wednesday, 05 December 2012 Hornby Island, BC, December 5, 2012 – An investment by the Government of Canada funding in Hornby Festival Society will help stimulate the arts and culture on Hornby Island and present a...

MP Duncan Announces Small Craft Harbour Funding Wednesday, 05 December 2012 Port Hardy, BC December 5, 2012 – Honourable John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North and Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development announced today that the...

Harper Government Creates Jobs and Growth with Improvements to Port Alice's Community Infrastructure Tuesday, 27 November 2012 PORT ALICE, British Columbia – Today, the Honourable John Duncan, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for...

Honourable John Duncan and Honourable Tony Clement Open New Health Services Centre, 19 Wing Comox Monday, 19 November 2012 COMOX, BC - The Honourable John Duncan Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North and Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development was joined by the Honourable Tony Clement,...

Statement by MP John Duncan on Canada-China Foreign Investment Promotion and Protection Agreement (FIPA) Wednesday, 14 November 2012 COURTENAY, BC - There has been considerable comment recently about the Canada-China Foreign Investment Promotion and Protection Agreement that Canada negotiated with China. Please note that...

Harper Government Invests in Improvements to Manson's Hall on Cortes Island Wednesday, 14 November 2012 Cortes Island, British Columbia– Today, the Honourable John Duncan, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development, and Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, on behalf of...

Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medals Awarded Monday, 12 November 2012 COMOX, BC - November 12, 2012 - On behalf of His Excellency the Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, the Honourable John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North and...

Harper Government Invests in Improvements to Community Infrastructure on Quadra Island Saturday, 10 November 2012 Cape Mudge Village, British columbia – Today, the Honourable John Duncan, Minister for Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development and Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, on...

MP John Duncan Congratulates Outstanding Vancouver Island North Educator Recognized with 2011-12 Prime Minister's Award for Teaching Excellence Friday, 09 November 2012 Campbell River, BC, November 9, 2012—Hon. John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North today announced that an educator from Vancouver Island North was awarded a Certificate of...

MP John Duncan Congratulates Outstanding V.I. North Educator Recognized with 2011-2012 Prime Minister's Award-Excellence in Early Childhood Education Friday, 09 November 2012 Comox, BC, November 9, 2012 —John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North and Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development today announced that Ms. Charlene Gray of...

MP John Duncan Confirms Destruction of Long-Gun Registry Records Friday, 02 November 2012 COURTENAY, BC - The Honourable John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North and Minister for Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development has confirmed that, with the exception...

John Duncan MP Supports Protection of Memorials and Cenotaphs Honouring Our Veterans Thursday, 01 November 2012 In the weeks leading up to Remembrance Day, Canadians across the country will take time to remember the sacrifices made by the men and women who selflessly served our country during times of war,...

Government of Canada Announces Coming Into Force the Violent and Repeat Young Offenders Segment of the Safe Streets and Communities Wednesday, 24 October 2012 COURTENAY, BC – The Honourable John Duncan, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development, and Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, is pleased to bring to the attention of...

MP John Duncan's Submission to the Federal Electoral Boundaries Commission of British Columbia Monday, 15 October 2012 COURTENAY BC Introduction - Vancouver Island is a geographic entity with a similar population to New Brunswick. Adding a 7th riding to Vancouver Island, compared to the 10 that New Brunswick...

John Duncan, MP calls on Canadians to Celebrate First-Ever International Day of the Girl Thursday, 11 October 2012 Courtenay, BC – On behalf of the Honourable Rona Ambrose, Minister of Public Works and Government Services and Minister for Status of Women, Honourable John Duncan, Member of Parliament for...

Harper Government helps 1 600 Canadians with disabilities get jobs Thursday, 11 October 2012 COURTENAY, BC—The Hon. John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, today announced that the Harper Government is helping 1 600 Canadians with disabilities get jobs....

Celebrating Seniors in Vancouver Island North Wednesday, 26 September 2012 Courtenay, BC, September 26, 2012 — John Duncan, Member of Parliament wishes to acknowledge the seniors in Vancouver Island North on Canada’s National Seniors Day on October 1,...

Government of Canada Launches Call for Proposals to End Violence Against Women and Girls Tuesday, 11 September 2012 Courtenay, BC – On behalf of the Honourable Rona Ambrose, Minister of Public Works and Government Services and Minister for Status of Women, the Honourable John Duncan, Member of...

MP Duncan Encourages Women and Girls to Take Back the Night Tuesday, 11 September 2012 COURTENAY, BC – On behalf of the Honourable Rona Ambrose, Minister of Public Works and Government Services and Minister for Status of Women, the Honourable John Duncan, Member of Parliament for...

Harper Government Invests in U'Mista Cultural Centre Monday, 10 September 2012 ALERT BAY, British Columbia, September 10, 2012 – The U’mista Cultural Society will add to their ability to preserve and present First Nations culture and heritage, thanks to an...

Gas Tax Funding on Track to Help Communities Friday, 07 September 2012 Courtenay, British Columbia – Rotary Trail project connects Courtenay neighbourhoods A new section of pathway along the E & N Rail Corridor in Courtenay is now complete. This...

Harper Government helps 3000 young Canadians find jobs Wednesday, 05 September 2012 Courtenay, BC —The Harper Government today unveiled a new approach to help approximately 3000 young Canadians find jobs in high demand sectors of the economy. The initiative will help address...

Government of Canada launches call for proposals to improve accessibility Tuesday, 28 August 2012 Courtenay, BC, August 28, 2012—Organizations can now apply for funding for projects that will create or enhance accessibility for people with disabilities in Canadian communities through the...

Harper Government Invests in the Nuyumbalees Society's Liqwala/Kwak'wala Language Preservation Initiative Monday, 20 August 2012 QUADRA ISLAND, British Columbia, August 20, 2012 – An investment from the Harper Government will help the Nuyumbalees Society preserve and promote the Liqwala/Kwak’wala...

Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medals Awarded in Port McNeill BC Friday, 17 August 2012 PORT MCNEILL, BC August 17, 2012 - On behalf of His Excellency the Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, the Honourable John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North...

Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medals Awarded in Port Hardy BC Friday, 17 August 2012 PORT HARDY, BC August 17, 2012 - On behalf of His Excellency the Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, the Honourable John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North and...

Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medals Awarded in Campbell River BC Thursday, 16 August 2012 CAMPBELL RIVER, BC August 16, 2012 - On behalf of His Excellency the Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, the Honourable John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North...

Government of Canada announces support for parents of critically ill children Tuesday, 07 August 2012 COURTENAY, BC AUGUST 7, 2012—The Government of Canada announced today, a proposed new Employment Insurance (EI) special benefit for parents who take time off work to care for their critically...

Canadians able to keep more earnings while on claim Thursday, 02 August 2012 Courtenay, BC —The Government of Canada is launching a new, national Employment Insurance (EI) pilot project starting August 5, 2012. John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island...

Harper Government Investing in Preparing Aboriginal Youth for the Labour Market Monday, 30 July 2012 OTTAWA, ONTARIO (July 30, 2012) – The Honourable John Duncan, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development, today announced that funding for the Cultural Connections for...

The Canada/U.S. NEXUS program amends three-year residency requirement Tuesday, 17 July 2012 Courtenay BC, July 17, 2012 — The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) announced today that Canada and the United States are continuing to deliver on key commitments under the Beyond the Border...

Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medals Awarded Tuesday, 17 July 2012 COURTENAY, BC July 16, 2012 - On behalf of His Excellency the Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, the Honourable John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North and...

Government of Canada helps set the stage for girls' success in economy and leadership Wednesday, 06 June 2012 Courtenay, BC – On behalf of the Honourable Rona Ambrose, Minister of Public Works and Government Services and Minister for Status of Women, John Duncan, Member of Parliament for...

MP John Duncan Announces Funding for Cortes Island Museum & Archives Society Monday, 04 June 2012 Mansons Landing, BC, June 4, 2012 – John Duncan, Conservative Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, is pleased to announce funding awarded to the Cortes Island Museum & Archives...

Harper Government Provides Support for BC Aquaculture Industry Saturday, 02 June 2012 Campbell River, British Columbia — Campbell River’s reputation as a major hub for marine finfish and shellfish aquaculture industries received a significant boost today, thanks to federal...

Government of Canada proud to support local organizations working to improve lives of seniors Friday, 01 June 2012 The Magical World of Radio - “Who knows what evil lurks in the hearts of men…..the Shadow knows!!” Who would believe that after 75 years and astounding inventions...

Government of Canada Call for Proposals for Projects Led and Inspired by Seniors Thursday, 31 May 2012 Courtenay, BC, May 31, 2012— John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, is encouraging organizations that work to promote the well-being of Canada’s seniors to apply...

Ladysmith Maritime Society Opens Marina Reception Centre Friday, 25 May 2012 LADYSMITH, May 25, 2012 – A spectacular floating Reception Centre at the Ladysmith Maritime Society (LMS) Community Marina is the newest jewel in Ladysmith Harbour. The Reception Centre...

Government Supports Port Hardy Celebration of Queen's Diamond Jubilee Thursday, 17 May 2012 PORT HARDY, MAY 17, 2012 – The Honourable John Duncan, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development and Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North today announced that the...

MP John Duncan Announces Funding for Port Hardy Filomi Days Thursday, 17 May 2012 PORT HARDY, MAY 17, 2012 – The Honourable John Duncan, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development and Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, today announced that the...

Government of Canada improves accessibility in Vancouver Island North Wednesday, 02 May 2012 As a result of the Federal Government’s Enabling Accessibility Fund three organizations in Vancouver Island North will increase accessibility for people with disabilities and enable them to...

Government of Canada announces new income support program for parents of victims of crime Wednesday, 02 May 2012 Following the seventh annual National Victims of Crime Awareness Week, John Duncan, MP for Vancouver Island North highlighted the Federal Government’s new income support program for parents...

Government of Canada invests in 13 seniors' projects in Vancouver Island North Wednesday, 02 May 2012 Seniors across the nation will soon have new opportunities to volunteer, mentor younger generations and help raise awareness of elder abuse thanks to funding through the New Horizons for Seniors...

MP John Duncan Announces Funding for Local Colours Festival Friday, 13 April 2012 COURTENAY, BC, April 13, 2012 – The Honourable John Duncan, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada, and Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, on behalf of the...

Government to Invest in Restoration of Van. Island Railway Tuesday, 10 April 2012 Victoria, British Columbia, April 10, 2012 – The Honourable John Duncan, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development and MP for Vancouver Island North, announced today that the...

The Government of Canada invests in Port Hardy Airport Friday, 23 March 2012 Port Hardy, British Columbia — The Honourable John Duncan, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development, and Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, today announced a...

Government helps people who are homeless on North Island Friday, 16 March 2012 Port McNeill, British Columbia, March 16, 2012—Communities in the Mount Waddington region will have a greater understanding of local homelessness issues and a regional strategy to address...

Government of Canada Support for Women Living on Hornby Island Friday, 09 March 2012 HORNBY ISLAND, BC – On behalf of the Honourable Rona Ambrose, Minister of Public Works and Government Services and Minister for Status of Women, the Honourable John Duncan,...

Grand Opening of the Vancouver Island Mountain Sports Centre Wednesday, 22 February 2012 Mount Washington, B.C. – Today, the Honourable John Duncan, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development and Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, officially opened the...

Child Development Association Celebrates Opening of Accessible Parking and Play Project! Wednesday, 22 February 2012 Children and families gathered with staff and board members to celebrate the official opening of the Comox Valley Child Development Association’s new Accessible Parking and Play Project....

MP John Duncan invites local employers to apply for Canada Summer Jobs 2012 Friday, 03 February 2012 COURTENAY, BC, February 3, 2012—Hon. John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, today encouraged employers to apply for funding through the Canada Summer Jobs program to help...

In Honour of the Canadian Coast Guard's 50th Anniversay Thursday, 26 January 2012 The Canadian Coast Guard is an important institution in British Columbia and on Vancouver Island and Minister Duncan is pleased to wish them all the best on their 50th anniversary. Not...

Canada and British Columbia Partner to Deliver on Flood Mitigation Priority Thursday, 26 January 2012 COURTENAY, BC - The City of Courtenay has received $471,442 for the Tsolum River Flood Protection project. The City of Courtenay is now better prepared for flood emergencies thanks to a joint...

Government of Canada Supports Women's Safety Thursday, 12 January 2012 Vancouver Island, BC – On behalf of the Honourable Rona Ambrose, Minister of Public Works and Government Services and Minister for Status of Women, the Honourable John Duncan, Minister of...

Hon. Keith Ashfield, Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, names six new vessels for aquaculture regulatory program. Monday, 09 January 2012 CAMPBELL RIVER, B.C. – The Honourable Keith Ashfield, Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, welcomed six British Columbia-made vessels into the departmental fleet today. “Our...

Government of Canada Supports Jobs and Growth in BC Through Funding of Aquaculture Projects Monday, 09 January 2012 Campbell River, BC – The Honourable Keith Ashfield, Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, announced funding today for four innovative Vancouver Island aquaculture projects, including a project to...

Vancouver Island and Coastal Communities Receive WESTCCAP Funding Wednesday, 09 November 2011 Comox, British Columbia - Today, the Honourable John Duncan, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development and Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, on behalf of the...

Port Hardy Receives Funding for Foreign Investment Tool Kit Monday, 24 October 2011 (October 24, 2011) Bob Zimmer, Member of Parliament for Prince George-Peace River, on behalf of the Honourable Ed Fast, Minister of International Trade and Minister for the Asia-Pacific Gateway,...

Government of Canada Honours Women's Contributions to Canada's Military Friday, 14 October 2011 Vancouver Island North – Today, Honourable John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, honoured women’s invaluable contributions to Canada’s military throughout...

Educator Recognized at 2010-11 Prime Minister's Awards Friday, 14 October 2011 Campbell River, BC, October 14, 2011—Hon. John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North today announced that an educator from Vancouver Island North was awarded a Certificate of...

MP Duncan Congratulates National Award Winner in Early Childhood Education Wednesday, 05 October 2011 COURTENAY, October 5, 2011—John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North and Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development today announced that Teresia Louden of Comox...

Celebrating Seniors in Vancouver Island North Saturday, 01 October 2011 Campbell River, BC - October 1, 2011—To mark Canada’s first National Seniors Day, Honourable John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North today celebrated seniors at the...

Government of Canada Contributes to Renovations of Port Alice Community Centre Saturday, 10 September 2011 Port Alice, B.C. - The revitalized Port Alice community centre hosted a grand re-opening celebration today at the Port Alice Arena. The Port Alice Community Centre has been undergoing extensive...

Statement by John Duncan MP on Halibut Allocation Wednesday, 07 September 2011 COURTENAY, September 7, 2011 – The September 5, 2011closure of the recreational halibut fishery by the...

Statement by John Duncan MP on the Heritage Lighthouse Nomination Process Thursday, 25 August 2011 COURTENAY, BC, August 25, 2011 - The Hon. John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North and Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development is reminding Constituents of...

Governments Celebrate Water Pipe Renewal in Port McNeill Wednesday, 17 August 2011 Port McNeill residents will benefit from a more sustainable water system thanks to federal, provincial and municipal investments into the town’s waterline. Dignitaries highlighted the...

Canada Restores Historic Identities of the Royal Canadian Navy, the Canadian Army, and the Royal Canadian Air Force Tuesday, 16 August 2011 Vancouver Island North - Today, John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North and Minister of Aboriginal Affairs, welcomed the announcement made by the Honourable Peter MacKay,...

New Transfer Depots Will Improve Regional Waste Management Monday, 15 August 2011 Woss, British Columbia – Mount Waddington Regional District is nearing completion of three new solid waste transfer stations in Woss, Winter Harbour and Malcolm Island. The new waste...

International Aboriginal Youth Internships Thursday, 11 August 2011 COURTENAY, BC August 1, 2011; Today, the Honourable John Duncan, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada and MP for Vancouver Island North, encouraged aboriginal...

Government Invests in Commercial Fishing Harbours Friday, 05 August 2011 August 5, 2011, Vancouver Island North– Hon. John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North and Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development on behalf of the Honourable...

Clean Technology Projects in British Columbia Thursday, 28 July 2011 VANCOUVER — Today, on behalf of Canada’s Minister of Natural Resources, the Honourable Joe Oliver, Kerry-Lynne D. Findlay, Parliamentary Secretary for the Minister of Justice and Member...

Government of Canada Provides Funds for Namgis First Nation to Diversify Economy Thursday, 21 July 2011 Cormorant Island, BC – Today, in partnership with the Government of Canada, the Island Coastal Economic Trust, and the North Vancouver Island Aboriginal Training Society, the ‘Namgis...

ecoEnergy Program Provides Support for Canadians Making Home Improvements Wednesday, 20 July 2011 Courtenay, bc- John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North and Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development, is pleased to see the Harper Government’s support for...

Government Announces Second Call for Innovative Products and Services Wednesday, 20 July 2011 COURTENAY, BC — John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North and Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development, is pleased to announce that the Government of Canada is...

Prime Minister's Volunteer Awards Program Tuesday, 12 July 2011 KITCHENER, ONTARIO, JULY 12, 2011—Canadians across the country have a new opportunity to recognize the exceptional contributions that volunteers make in their communities. The Honourable Diane...

Government Invests in Our Big Earth Media Company Wednesday, 29 June 2011 Our Big Earth, a daily online media publication, can continue to connect families and children in Comox Valley, British Columbia, thanks to an investment from the Government of Canada. This was...

Government of Canada Creates Summer Jobs for Students on North Island Thursday, 23 June 2011 COURTENAY, BC, June 23, 2011-More North Island students will have an opportunity to gain valuable work experience and earn money for the upcoming school year thanks to a Government of Canada...

Cumberland Celebrates Sewage Lagoon Project Milestone Monday, 20 June 2011 CUMBERLAND, BC - Fred Bates, Mayor of Cumberland on behalf of John Duncan, MP for Vancouver Island North, and Don McRae, Comox Valley MLA, today are pleased to mark the completion of the Cumberland...

Completion of Campbell River $8.3M Airport Upgrade and Runway Extension Friday, 17 June 2011 Federal, provincial and community partners were on site today to tour the modernized Campbell River Airport Terminal Building and mark the completion of the Campbell River Airport Runway Extension...

Government of Canada Helps North Vancouver Island Youth Thursday, 16 June 2011 CAMPBELL RIVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, June 16, 2011-Local youth who face barriers to employment will get job preparation training and work experience through the Government of Canada's...

Budget 2011 Statement by the Hon. John Duncan Tuesday, 07 June 2011 This budget will have positive benefits for BC families, seniors and job creating businesses. As you know, I campaigned on our platform and this budget is reflective of the commitments made. Our...

Government of Canada Supports Women and Girls in Courtenay Thursday, 19 May 2011 (Courtenay, BC) - On behalf of the Honourable Rona Ambrose, Minister of Public Works and Government Services and Minister for Status of Women, John Duncan, Member of Parliament for...

The Government of Canada Improves Accessibility for the Disabled Wednesday, 11 May 2011 COURTENAY, MAY 11, 2011-As a result of the Government of Canada's Enabling Accessibility Fund, the Comox Valley Child Development Association in Courtenay has received over $66,000 to modify...

Statement by John Duncan MP on Point Race Coast Guard Cutter Thursday, 24 March 2011 The Point Race Coast Guard cutter has been a great asset to our region. In 1998, when the Canadian Coast Guard (CCG) management scheduled it for replacement I joined with a citizens group in Campbell...

MP Duncan: The Next Phase of Canada's Economic Action Plan on Right Track Wednesday, 23 March 2011 Conservative MP John Duncan is applauding the next phase of Canada's Economic Action Plan, saying it will have positive benefits for BC families, seniors and job creating businesses. "Canada...

Government of Canada Supports Seniors in Vancouver Island North Friday, 18 March 2011 Vancouver Island North, B.C. -Seniors living in Port Hardy, Cortes Island and Sointula can anticipate new opportunities to participate in and contribute to their communities thanks to Government of...

Government of Canada Supports Seniors in the Comox Valley Friday, 18 March 2011 Courtenay, B.C. - The Honourable John Duncan, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, today announced federal support to the Adult...

Comox Valley Community Arts Council Funding for Local Colours Festival Friday, 18 March 2011 Courtenay B.C. - Minister John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, announced funding for the Local Colours Festival, celebrating the local arts and culture of the Comox...

FCM's Green Municipal Fund Supports City of Campbell River Friday, 18 March 2011 March 18, 2011, Campbell River, B.C. - The Federation of Canadian Municipalities is funding the City of Campbell River's tidal power feasibility study, the first led by a B.C. municipality. Hans...

Trades Training Facility Brings Opportunity to Valley Friday, 25 February 2011 COURTENAY - A new $8.2-million Trades Training Centre at North Island College (NIC) has officially opened its doors to students and faculty, providing the North Island's apprentices an educational...

Integrated Personnel Support Centre Announced for CFB Comox Friday, 18 February 2011 In the provision of care and support to its ill and injured personnel, the Canadian Forces (CF) are far ahead of where they were ten years ago. As part of an ongoing process to improve the level of...

Helping Youth on Hornby Island Prepare for Job Market Thursday, 10 February 2011 Hornby Island, British Columbia, February 10, 2011-Local youth who face barriers to employment will get job preparation training and work experience through the Government of Canada's support for an...

The Government of Canada & Ducks Unlimited Canada Partner to Conserve Land Wednesday, 02 February 2011 COURTENAY, B.C. -- February 2, 2011 -- The Honourable Peter Kent, Minister of the Environment, today announced that the Government of Canada is contributing $1.13 million towards the conservation of...

Federal Government Supports Shellfish Industry in Fanny Bay Tuesday, 18 January 2011 Fanny Bay, British Columbia - Today the Honourable John Duncan, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic...

Statement by John Duncan MP on Halibut Allocation Wednesday, 05 January 2011 In recent weeks there has been considerable discussion on the issue of halibut allocation. I would like to take this opportunity to clarify my position on this issue. Concerned anglers...

Fifty-Two New Federal Aquaculture Jobs Support Local Communities Tuesday, 04 January 2011 Four Vancouver Island communities will benefit from the creation of new federal public service jobs as Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) assumes new responsibilities for the regulation and management...

The Government of Canada creates thousands of jobs for young Canadians Thursday, 30 December 2010 Ottawa, Ontario - The Government of Canada announced today a significant investment in the Canada Summer Jobs program that will create more job opportunities for students. This commitment will also...

Canada's Economic Action Plan has Courtenay Processor Saying "Cheese" Friday, 03 December 2010 Courtenay, British Columbia, December 3, 2010 - Canada's Economic Action Plan is delivering real results for British Columbia's dairy producers and processors. Indian Affairs and Northern...

Government of Canada Invests in the Hornby Festival Wednesday, 01 December 2010 HORNBY ISLAND, British Columbia, December 1, 2010 - On behalf of the Honourable James Moore, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages, John Duncan, Minister of Indian Affairs and...

Canadian First World War Internment Recognition Fund Friday, 26 November 2010 The Endowment Council of the Canadian First World War Internment Recognition Fund (CFWWIRF) is making grants available for educational and commemorative purposes for those Canadians who wish to...

$6 Million Funding for North Vancouver Island Aboriginal Training Society Friday, 22 October 2010 Aboriginal people will get the skills they need to find and keep jobs as a result of a Government of Canada funded project. The Honourable John Duncan, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern...

Government of Canada Supports Talking with Technology Project Friday, 22 October 2010 Alert Bay - On behalf of the Honourable James Moore, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages, the Honourable John Duncan, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development, Federal...

Government of Canada Supports Mayatlan's Wila Culture and Language Group Thursday, 21 October 2010 Port Hardy - On behalf of the Honourable James Moore, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages, the Honourable John Duncan, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development, Minster of...

Groundbreaking Ceremony Draws Crowd for Visitor Centre Construction Thursday, 14 October 2010 Representatives from all levels of Government, tourism businesses, wood industry representatives, planners and developers came together yesterday to break ground on the site of the new Vancouver...

The Government of Canada Supports Flood Recovery Tuesday, 12 October 2010 http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ai/mr/nr/s-d2010/23426-eng.asp

Vancouver Island Mountain Sports Centre Groundbreaking Tuesday, 14 September 2010 The Honourable John Duncan, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for...

Government of Canada Invests in the Assoc. Francophone de Campbell River Thursday, 12 August 2010 On behalf of the Honourable James Moore, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages, the Honourable John Duncan, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development, Minister of the...

Investing in Community Action to Preserve Local Habitat and Species at Risk Wednesday, 11 August 2010 Alert Bay - The Honourable John Duncan, Minister of the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency, Minster of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and...

Campbell River Airport Runway Extension Project Ground Breaking Friday, 30 July 2010 The $8.3 million Airport Runway Extension project officially broke ground today with federal, provincial and community partners on site to mark the occasion. This significant capital works project...

Sayward Area Improvements to Get Underway Wednesday, 14 July 2010 John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North and Deb Coates, Sayward Councillor and Acting Mayor, met today to celebrate the groundbreaking of the Kelsey Center HVAC rehabilitation...

Port McNeill Ready for Water Line Renewal Wednesday, 14 July 2010 John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North and Gerry Furney, Mayor of Port McNeill, met today to celebrate the groundbreaking of a water line renewal project in Port McNeill. This...

New Green Roof for Campbell River City Hall Thanks to Federal Gas Tax Fund Monday, 28 June 2010 John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, Ben Stewart, Minister of Community and Rural Development, and His Worship Mayor Charlie Cornfield today celebrated the completion a new...

Governments Fund Local Infrastructure Monday, 28 June 2010 Canada, B.C. and Courtenay have approved a joint investment of $3.5 million through the Building Canada Fund and Infrastructure Stimulus Fund to get shovels in the ground on 2 local projects. These...

Government of Canada Helps Homeless in B.C. Monday, 28 June 2010 Women in need will benefit from improved support and services in the Campbell River area, thanks to support from the Government of Canada. Mr. John Duncan, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of...

Completion of Phase 1 of the South Island Hwy. 19A $13.5M Upgrade Project Monday, 28 June 2010 Campbell River Mayor Charlie Cornfield and members of Council were joined on site today at the Highway 19A construction zone by John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, to mark...

Canada's Economic Action Plan Creates Jobs in the City of Courtenay Monday, 28 June 2010 John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, Don McRae, MLA for the Comox Valley, and Greg Phelps, mayor of Courtenay, today gathered to celebrate the next phase of the Arden Trunk...

Cumberland Sewage Lagoon Project to Begin Next Phase Monday, 28 June 2010 John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, Don McRae, MLA for the Comox Valley, and Fred Bates, Mayor of Cumberland today gathered to mark the next phase of the Cumberland Sewage...

Government of Canada's Investment Creating Jobs in Campbell River Friday, 25 June 2010 John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification participated in the grand opening of...

Lightstation Advocacy Acknowledged Thursday, 17 June 2010 Christine Collins, National President of the Union of Canadian Transportation Employees (UCTE), recently wrote a letter to John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, acknowledging...

Government of Canada Invests in BC Aquaculture Tuesday, 15 June 2010 John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, applauded a $1.08 million investment in aquaculture innovation in BC recently announced by the Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of...

Cliffe Avenue Road Work Gets Underway Friday, 11 June 2010 At a ground-breaking ceremony today representatives from the federal, provincial and municipal governments announced that a major upgrade to Highway 19A near the intersection of 17th Street and...

The Government of Canada Supports Seniors in Gold River Friday, 04 June 2010 John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, today announced federal support for the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 270 in Gold River under the Government of Canada's New Horizons for...

The Government of Canada Honours the Motor Vessel BCP 45 Saturday, 22 May 2010 On behalf of the Honourable Jim Prentice, Canada's Environment Minister and Minister responsible for Parks Canada, Mr. John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, today unveiled a...

Government of Canada Invests in Vancouver Island MusicFest Monday, 17 May 2010 On behalf of the Honourable James Moore, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages, John Duncan, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and...

Government of Canada Invests in a Comox Valley Performing Arts Series Monday, 03 May 2010 On behalf of the Honourable James Moore, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages, John Duncan, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and...

Senate Review of Lightstations Gets Underway Wednesday, 14 April 2010 The Senate Standing Committee on Fisheries and Oceans will be undertaking a Review of services provided by the lightkeepers that currently staff Canada's 51 lightstations. 27 of those lights are...

Government to Improve EI Parental Benefits for Military Families Tuesday, 06 April 2010 The Conservative Government has announced plans to improve access to Employment Insurance (EI) parental benefits for military families. The intended changes will improve EI parental benefits for...

Government of Canada Invests in Comox Valley Art Gallery Upgrades Monday, 29 March 2010 On behalf of the Honourable James Moore, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages, John Duncan, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and...

Conservative Government Targets Sex Offenders Thursday, 18 March 2010 The Government of Canada has announced legislation to strengthen the National Sex Offender Registry and the National DNA Data Bank. "This legislation will help us to better protect our...

Canada-BC Funding Announced for Highway 19N Infrastructure Friday, 05 March 2010 Residents of Northern Vancouver Island will benefit from federal and provincial infrastructure funding for bridge deck resurfacing along Highway 19. This project, announced today by B.C....

Budget 2010: Leading the Way on Jobs And Growth Thursday, 04 March 2010 The Conservative Government has launched an ambitious new federal budget focused on job creation and growth to support Canada's economic recovery. The budget also included a disciplined long-term...

Campbell River Hosts Ground Breaking for Hwy 19A Upgrade Project Friday, 26 February 2010 The $13.5 million Highway 19A Upgrade project, that will see upgrades and improvements to the main scenic entryway into Campbell River, officially broke ground today with federal, provincial and...

Truth in Sentencing Act Now in Force Wednesday, 24 February 2010 On February 22, 2010 the Government of Canada's Truth in Sentencing Act came into force, limiting the amount of credit that can be granted for time served in custody prior to sentencing. "I...

Government Canada Invests in Campbell River Parks Friday, 12 February 2010 John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, today announced federal funding to...

Tahsis receives federal funds for Recreation Wednesday, 03 February 2010 John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, today announced federal funding to...

Government of Canada Celebrates the Torch Relay with North Island Community Tuesday, 02 February 2010 Port Hardy - On behalf of the Honourable Gary Lunn, Minister of State (Sport), Member of Parliament John Duncan celebrated the arrival of the Olympic Flame in Port Hardy today as part of the Olympic...

Investments in Strathcona Gardens Promote Accessibility and Security Monday, 01 February 2010 John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, today announced federal funding to...

Huband Road Area Trail Upgrades to Move Forward Tuesday, 26 January 2010 John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, announced today federal funding to...

Statement on Haiti Relief Efforts - Week Two Update Monday, 25 January 2010 As we come to the end of the second week after the catastrophic earthquake in Haiti, we continue to think of those whose lives have been torn apart by this disaster. Yet we can also be heartened...

Statement on Haiti Relief Efforts - Week One Update Tuesday, 19 January 2010 It has been one week since the devastating earthquake in Haiti. Our thoughts continue to be with those affected. The catastrophic scale of the human casualties and damage to infrastructure has...

Statement from John Duncan on Haiti Thursday, 14 January 2010 The Government of Canada expresses heartfelt sympathies to those who have been affected by the disaster in Haiti, and continues to send support to grieving families during this difficult time. ...

The Government of Canada Supports Seniors in Courtenay Wednesday, 13 January 2010 Mr. John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, today announced federal support for the Lush Valley Food Action Society under the Government of Canada?s New Horizons for Seniors...

The Government of Canada Supports Seniors in Campbell River Wednesday, 13 January 2010 Mr. John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, today announced federal support for the Campbell River & District Museum & Archives under the Government of Canada's New...

The Government of Canada Supports Seniors in Campbell River Wednesday, 13 January 2010 Mr. John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, today announced federal support for the Campbell River Hospital Foundation under the Government of Canada's New Horizons for Seniors...

The Government of Canada Supports Seniors on Cortes Island Wednesday, 13 January 2010 Mr. John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, today announced federal support for the Cortes Island Seniors Society under the Government of Canada's New Horizons for Seniors...

Government of Canada Provides Funds for Discovery Centre Tuesday, 12 January 2010 John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, announced Government of Canada support...

The Government of Canada Supports Aboriginal Language Preservation Wednesday, 16 December 2009 On behalf of the Honourable James Moore, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages, John Duncan, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and...

Comox Rec Centre Gets Federal Funds Monday, 14 December 2009 John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, announced today federal funding to...

Duncan Announces Funding for Goose Spit Park Monday, 14 December 2009 John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, announced today federal funding to...

Government of Canada Invests in Strathcona Gardens Saturday, 21 November 2009 John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, announced today federal funding to...

Government of Canada Invests in Cape Mudge Band Community Gym Saturday, 21 November 2009 John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, announced today federal funding to...

The Communities of the Comox Valley Celebrate the Torch Relay Monday, 02 November 2009 On behalf of the Honourable Gary Lunn, Minister of State (Sport), John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, today celebrated the arrival of the Olympic Flame in the Comox Valley,...

Campbell River Celebrates the Olympic Torch Relay Monday, 02 November 2009 On behalf of the Honourable Gary Lunn, Minister of State (Sport), John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, today celebrated the arrival of the Olympic Flame in Campbell River, as...

Government of Canada Invests in Comox Valley Sports Centre Thursday, 15 October 2009 John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, announced today federal funding to...

Statement on Bill C-428 Tuesday, 06 October 2009 Private Members' Bill C-428, an Act to amend the Old Age Security Act (residency requirement) was introduced by Liberal MP Ruby Dhalla to the House of Commons on June 18, 2009 and seconded by Liberal...

John Duncan Congratulates Jody Wilson Raybould in the House of Commons Tuesday, 06 October 2009 Vancouver Island North MP John Duncan rose in the House of Commons today to congratulate Jody Wilson Raybould on her election as Regional Chief of the BC Assembly of First Nations on October 1,...

Lighthouse De-staffing Update Wednesday, 30 September 2009 In the House of Commons today Fisheries Minister Gail Shea announced a further review of lighthouses scheduled to be de-staffed in British Columbia. "Evidence has shown that automated light...

Governments Fund Campbell River and Gold River Infrastructure Friday, 25 September 2009 The Governments of Canada and B.C. have approved joint investments with the City of Campbell River and the Village of Gold River worth $21,727,000 through the Building Canada Fund and Infrastructure...

Governments Fund Courtenay Infrastructure Friday, 25 September 2009 Canada, B.C. and Courtenay have approved a joint investment of $3.5 million through the Building Canada Fund and Infrastructure Stimulus Fund to get shovels in the ground on 2 local projects. These...

Governments Fund Comox Infrastructure Friday, 25 September 2009 Canada, B.C. and Comox have approved a joint investment of $819,000 through the Building Canada Fund and Infrastructure Stimulus Fund to get shovels in the ground on this local project. These...

Governments Fund Sayward Infrastructure Friday, 25 September 2009 Today Canada, B.C. and the community of Sayward announced a joint investment of $308,360 through the Infrastructure Stimulus Fund to get shovels in the ground on an important community project. This...

Governments Fund Infrastructure in Four North Island Communities Friday, 25 September 2009 Today Canada, B.C. and the communities of Port McNeill, Port Alice, Alert Bay and Port Hardy announced a joint investment of $6,952,880 through the Building Canada Fund and Infrastructure Stimulus...

Government of Canada Delivers Port Hardy Sewer Extension Project Wednesday, 23 September 2009 The District of Port Hardy's sewer system will be expanded thanks to $1.08 million in funding from the federal Gas Tax Fund. The project will contribute to improving the marine environment in Hardy...

Governments of Canada and BC Invest in Campbell River Jobs Tuesday, 22 September 2009 A total investment of $558,619 will help Oceanside Scaling and Residue (Mallinson Scaling and Consulting Ltd.) and Tsolum Forest Services Ltd provide local jobs, announced John Duncan, Member of...

Government of Canada Invests in Campbell River Lacrosse Box Tuesday, 22 September 2009 John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, announced today federal funding to...

Government of Canada Helps Create Jobs in Campbell River Friday, 11 September 2009 John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, announced Harper Government support to...

Governments of Canada and BC Invest $347,400 in Comox Valley Jobs Friday, 11 September 2009 A $347,400 investment will help Mt. Washington Ski Resort Ltd undertake ecosystem restoration work that will help create local jobs, announced John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island...

Harper Government Announces Investments to Create Jobs in Port Hardy Thursday, 27 August 2009 John Duncan, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development, and Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich,...

Duncan Announces Investment to Promote and Strengthen BC's Shellfish Sector Wednesday, 26 August 2009 John Duncan, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development, and Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich,...

Harper Government Invests in Black Creek's Recreational Infrastructure Wednesday, 19 August 2009 Black Creek is moving forward with community facility improvements thanks to the Recreational Infrastructure Canada (RInC) program, a major job creating investment from Canada's Economic Action Plan....

BC's Coastal Communities Benefit from West Coast Community Adjustment Progr Wednesday, 19 August 2009 The Government of Canada, through Western Economic Diversification Canada, is investing in seven projects in various coastal communities across British Columbia that have been impacted by changes to...

Harper Government Funds Mount Washington Projects Thursday, 06 August 2009 John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, announced Government of Canada support...

Small Craft Harbour Projects Announced for Northern Vancouver Island Friday, 24 July 2009 Local workers and businesses will benefit from a major new investment in small craft harbours throughout Vancouver Island North, Member of Parliament John Duncan announced today on behalf of the...

Small Craft Harbour Projects Announced for Comox, Fanny Bay and Ford Cove Tuesday, 21 July 2009 Local workers and businesses will benefit from a major new investment in small craft harbours throughout Vancouver Island North, Member of Parliament John Duncan announced today on behalf of the...

Small Craft Harbour Projects Announced for Campbell River and Quadra Island Tuesday, 21 July 2009 Campbell River, British Columbia - Local workers and businesses will benefit from a major new investment in small craft harbours throughout Vancouver Island North, Member of Parliament John Duncan,...

Government of Canada Supports Local Francophone Associations Monday, 13 July 2009 On behalf of the Honourable James Moore, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages, John Duncan, Member of Parliament (Vancouver Island North), today announced funding for the Association...

Government of Canada Invests in Skilled Trades Monday, 06 July 2009 Registered apprentices who successfully complete their apprenticeship training and obtain journeyperson certification in a designated Red Seal Trade can now apply for the Apprenticeship Completion...

Canada Remembers D-Day Saturday, 06 June 2009 As the sun rose over the beaches of Normandy 65 years ago, Canadian Forces from land, air and sea came together on D-Day in the pursuit of freedom. By the time the sun set that day, the Canadians had...

John Duncan Joins Canada Place's Search for the Canadian Identity Thursday, 04 June 2009 Canada Place is on a mission to discover Canada's current national identity before Canada Day on July 1 and local Member of Parliament John Duncan is asking the citizens of Vancouver Island North to...

Conservative Government Moves to Restore Benefits to Allied Veterans Wednesday, 03 June 2009 The Conservative Government announced today that it would be introducing legislation that will restore the Allied Veterans benefits that were cut by the Liberals in 1995. The legislation, which will...

Government of Canada Invests in Local Hatcheries and Fisheries Laboratories Monday, 01 June 2009 The Government of Canada has announced $14 million in funding over the next two years to modernize fish hatcheries and laboratories in British Columbia. $8 million will be spent over the next two...

Government of Canada Supports Vancouver Island MusicFest Wednesday, 27 May 2009 On behalf of the Honourable James Moore, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages, John Duncan, Member of Parliament (Vancouver Island North), today announced funding for the Comox Valley...

John Duncan Works with Local Leaders to Get Federal Funding Monday, 25 May 2009 On the heels of the federal government announcing two major investment initiatives - the Community Adjustment Fund (CAF) and the Recreation Infrastructure Canada (RInC) program - Member of Parliament...

John Duncan Meets Rotary Adventure in Citizenship Participants in Ottawa Tuesday, 05 May 2009 On May 5th, 2009, the National Capital Commission held a reception on Parliament Hill in honour of the participants of the Rotary Adventure in Citizenship Program. Natasha Kardos, pictured on the...

John Duncan Announces Federal/Provincial Investment in North Island College Wednesday, 08 April 2009 COURTENAY, BC, April 8, 2009 - On behalf of the Honourable Tony Clement, Canada's Minister of Industry, John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, today announced a joint...

Federal Government Doubles Gas Tax Transfer Monday, 06 April 2009 On April 1st, 2009, the Government of Canada doubled the federal Gas Tax Transfer to the provinces and territories to $2 billion annually. The Gas Tax Fund primarily benefits municipalities and will...

Funding Supports Sayward Infrastructure, Services Monday, 06 April 2009 Sayward - The Village of Sayward is receiving close to $600,000 in federal and provincial funding to enhance local infrastructure and provide basic services to local residents. "The Government of...

$3.5 Million Benefits Five North Island Communities Monday, 06 April 2009 Five north island communities will benefit from close to $3.5 million in federal and provincial funding to build local infrastructure, enhance community green spaces, address priority projects and...

$850,000 for Gold River Infrastructure, Recreation Thursday, 19 March 2009 The Village of Gold River is receiving $850,757 in federal and provincial funding to enhance local infrastructure. "The Government of Canada is pleased to join with the Province in providing...

Funding supports Tahsis Infrastructure, Services Thursday, 19 March 2009 The Village of Tahsis is receiving more than $800,000 in federal and provincial funding to enhance local infrastructure and provide community services. "The Government of Canada is pleased to...

$600,000 Investment for Comox Valley Regional District Services Wednesday, 18 March 2009 The Comox Valley Regional District will benefit from over $600,000 in federal and provincial funding to help build local infrastructure, plant trees, and provide services. "The Government of...

$1 Million Support for Cumberland Projects, Services Wednesday, 18 March 2009 The Village of Cumberland is receiving nearly $1 million in federal and provincial funding to enhance local infrastructure and support local services. "The Government of Canada is pleased to join...

Governments Fund Comox Projects, Services Wednesday, 18 March 2009 The Town of Comox will benefit from nearly $970,000 in federal and provincial funding to help build local infrastructure, plant trees and support community services. "The Government of Canada...

Sewer Extension to Benefit Strathcona Regional District Wednesday, 18 March 2009 Residents of the Strathcona Regional District will benefit from a joint federalprovincial investment of $3.4 million to extend the sewer collection system into the northern section of Electoral Area...

Funds for Campbell River Infrastructure, Public Safety Wednesday, 18 March 2009 Campbell River is receiving nearly $900,000 in federal and provincial funding to enhance local infrastructure and parks, plant trees, and invest in public safety initiatives. "The Government of...

John Duncan Announces New Funding for Valley Seniors Programs Wednesday, 18 March 2009 Member of Parliament John Duncan announced funding for local seniors through the Federal Government's New Horizons for Seniors program. In a gathering at Comox Valley Hospice Society's new...

Ferry Commuters are Eligible for Tax Breaks Wednesday, 11 March 2009 In a joint statement today, Conservative Members of Parliament John Duncan (Vancouver Island North) and John Weston (West Vancouver-Sunshine Coast-Sea to Sky Country) underlined the tax breaks now...

Four First Nations to receive Broadband in Vancouver Island North Friday, 06 March 2009 March 6, 2009 - Mr. John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development, today announced that the...

Federal Funding Announced for Local Projects Friday, 20 February 2009 Residents of Port Hardy and Alert Bay will benefit from joint federal, provincial and municipal funding to improve roads in those communities, announced Member of Parliament John Duncan, Alert Bay...

Government provides training and job opportunities for Aboriginal people Friday, 06 February 2009 British Columbia - BC Aboriginal people in the lower mainland and along the coast will gain skills and training needed to work in the construction industry and port-related companies through two new...

Budget 2009: Canada's Economic Action Plan Wednesday, 28 January 2009 On January 27, 2009 the Conservative government tabled Budget 2009 - Canada's Economic Action Plan - a multi-year approach to stimulate the economy and protect the country during the current global...

Coastal Communities to Benefit from West Coast Community Adjustment Program Thursday, 15 January 2009 Campbell River, B.C. - Today, John Duncan, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, on behalf of the...