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Jubilee</title><description><![CDATA[]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1498</link><pubDate>5/17/2012 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>MP John Duncan Announces Funding for Port Hardy Filomi Days</title><description><![CDATA[]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1499</link><pubDate>5/17/2012 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Government of Canada improves accessibility in Vancouver Island North</title><description><![CDATA[]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1487</link><pubDate>5/2/2012 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Government of Canada announces new income support program for parents of victims of crime</title><description><![CDATA[]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1488</link><pubDate>5/2/2012 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Government of Canada invests in 13 seniors' projects in Vancouver Island North</title><description><![CDATA[]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1489</link><pubDate>5/2/2012 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>MP John Duncan Announces Funding for Local Colours Festival</title><description><![CDATA[]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1480</link><pubDate>4/13/2012 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Government to Invest in Restoration of Van. Island Railway</title><description><![CDATA[<img src='http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/1478.jpg' style='margin:10px 10px 10px 0;border:1px solid #111;' />]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1478</link><pubDate>4/10/2012 12:00:00 AM</pubDate><enclosure url="http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/1478.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>The Government of Canada invests in Port Hardy Airport </title><description><![CDATA[]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1457</link><pubDate>3/23/2012 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Government helps people who are homeless on North Island</title><description><![CDATA[]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1455</link><pubDate>3/16/2012 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Government of Canada Support for Women Living on Hornby Island</title><description><![CDATA[<img src='http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/1451.jpg' style='margin:10px 10px 10px 0;border:1px solid #111;' />]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1451</link><pubDate>3/9/2012 12:00:00 AM</pubDate><enclosure url="http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/1451.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Grand Opening of the Vancouver Island Mountain Sports Centre</title><description><![CDATA[<img src='http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/1446.jpg' style='margin:10px 10px 10px 0;border:1px solid #111;' />]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1446</link><pubDate>2/22/2012 12:00:00 AM</pubDate><enclosure url="http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/1446.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Child Development Association Celebrates Opening of Accessible Parking and Play Project!</title><description><![CDATA[<img src='http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/1447.jpg' style='margin:10px 10px 10px 0;border:1px solid #111;' />]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1447</link><pubDate>2/22/2012 12:00:00 AM</pubDate><enclosure url="http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/1447.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>MP John Duncan invites local employers to apply for Canada Summer Jobs 2012</title><description><![CDATA[]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1432</link><pubDate>2/3/2012 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>In Honour of the Canadian Coast Guard's 50th Anniversay</title><description><![CDATA[]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1311</link><pubDate>1/26/2012 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada and British Columbia Partner to Deliver on Flood Mitigation Priority</title><description><![CDATA[]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1304</link><pubDate>1/26/2012 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Government of Canada Supports Women's Safety</title><description><![CDATA[]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1294</link><pubDate>1/12/2012 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Hon. Keith Ashfield, Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, names six new vessels for aquaculture regulatory program.</title><description><![CDATA[Hon. Keith Ashfield named six vessles used in the regulation of the aquaculture industry.  One vessel was named after Max Tscharre a retired fisher officer who was present for the naming.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1300</link><pubDate>1/9/2012 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Government of Canada Supports Jobs and Growth in BC Through Funding of Aquaculture Projects</title><description><![CDATA[Hon. Keith Ashfield, Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, announced funding of $925,000 to four innovative aquaculture projects on Vancouver Island, including a project to develop closed-containment technology,.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1299</link><pubDate>1/9/2012 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Prime Minister's Awards Nomination Deadline Extended</title><description><![CDATA[Prime Minister's Awards for Teaching Excellence and Excellence in Early Childhood Education - Nomination deadline extended until January 9, 2012
]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1224</link><pubDate>11/15/2011 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Vancouver Island and Coastal Communities Receive WESTCCAP Funding</title><description><![CDATA[Government of Canada provides $1.6 million funding for nine projects on Vancouver Island and nearby coastal communities.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1220</link><pubDate>11/9/2011 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Port Hardy Receives Funding for Foreign Investment Tool Kit</title><description><![CDATA[The District of Port Hardy has received funding of $18,550 towards developing a Foreign Direct Investment Tool Kit under the Invest Canada - Community Initiatives program of the Government of Canada.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1209</link><pubDate>10/24/2011 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Government of Canada Honours Women's Contributions to Canada's Military</title><description><![CDATA[MP Duncan Celebrates Women's History Month Theme - Women in Canadian Military Forces: A Proud Legacy
]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1205</link><pubDate>10/14/2011 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>2011-2012 Prime Minister's Awards - Call for Nominations</title><description><![CDATA[Do you know an outstanding educator? Nominate them today for the Prime Minister's Awards!]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1206</link><pubDate>10/14/2011 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Educator Recognized at 2010-11 Prime Minister's Awards</title><description><![CDATA[<img src='http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/1208.jpg' style='margin:10px 10px 10px 0;border:1px solid #111;' />Hon. John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North today announced that an educator from Vancouver Island North was awarded a Certificate of Achievement as part of the 2010-11 Prime Minister's Awards for Teaching Excellence. ]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1208</link><pubDate>10/14/2011 12:00:00 AM</pubDate><enclosure url="http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/1208.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>MP Duncan Congratulates National Award Winner in Early Childhood Education</title><description><![CDATA[John Duncan MP and Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development congratulates Teresia Louden of the Comox Valley Aboriginal Head Start for her national award winning contribution to early childhood education.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1199</link><pubDate>10/5/2011 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Celebrating Seniors in Vancouver Island North</title><description><![CDATA[<img src='http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/1201.jpg' style='margin:10px 10px 10px 0;border:1px solid #111;' />Honourable John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North celebrated National Seniors Day with local residents at the Campbell River Seniors Centre on October 1st, 2011]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1201</link><pubDate>10/1/2011 12:00:00 AM</pubDate><enclosure url="http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/1201.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>First Recipients of the Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships</title><description><![CDATA[Government of Canada Announces First Recipients of the Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships

]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1202</link><pubDate>9/15/2011 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Government of Canada Contributes to Renovations of Port Alice Community Centre</title><description><![CDATA[The Port Alice Community Centre has re-opened after $1.5 million in renovations of which $545,500 was contributed by the Government of Canada under the Canada-British Columbia Building Canada Fund - Communities Component]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1192</link><pubDate>9/10/2011 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Statement by John Duncan MP on Halibut Allocation</title><description><![CDATA[Hon. John Duncan MP PC, facilitates Randy Kamp, Parliamentary Secretary, small round table meetings with interested stakeholders on the allocation of halibut quota. ]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1190</link><pubDate>9/7/2011 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Statement by John Duncan MP on the Heritage Lighthouse Nomination Process</title><description><![CDATA[The Hon. John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North and Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development is reminding Constituents of the process through which communities can support...]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1183</link><pubDate>8/25/2011 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Governments Celebrate Water Pipe Renewal in Port McNeill</title><description><![CDATA[Port McNeill residents will benefit from a more sustainable water system thanks to federal, provincial and municipal investments into the town's waterline. ]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1178</link><pubDate>8/17/2011 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada Restores Historic Identities of the Royal Canadian Navy, the Canadian Army, and the Royal Canadian Air Force</title><description><![CDATA[Today, John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North and Minister of Aboriginal Affairs, welcomed the announcement made by the Honourable Peter MacKay, Minister of National Defence...]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1177</link><pubDate>8/16/2011 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>New Transfer Depots Will Improve Regional Waste Management</title><description><![CDATA[Mount Waddington Regional District is nearing completion of three new solid waste transfer stations in Woss, Winter Harbour and Malcolm Island.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1179</link><pubDate>8/15/2011 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>International Aboriginal Youth Internships</title><description><![CDATA[Aboriginal youth are encouraged to apply for 63 internship positions to share their skills and gain work experience in countries such as Bolivia, Chile, Guyana, Jamaica, Nicaragua, Philippines, Uganda and others. ]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1173</link><pubDate>8/11/2011 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Government Invests in Commercial Fishing Harbours</title><description><![CDATA[Hon. John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North and Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development on behalf of the Honourable Keith Ashfield, Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, announced...]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1185</link><pubDate>8/5/2011 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Clean Technology Projects in British Columbia</title><description><![CDATA[]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1174</link><pubDate>7/28/2011 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Government of Canada Provides Funds for Namgis First Nation to Diversify Economy</title><description><![CDATA[The Government of Canada has provided $250,000 through the West Coast Community Adjustment Program to support tourism development and to help diversify the economy of the 'Namgis First Nation on Commorant Island]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1167</link><pubDate>7/21/2011 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>ecoEnergy Program Provides Support for Canadians Making Home Improvements</title><description><![CDATA[Canadians can now apply for up to $5000 in reimbursements for energy-efficient home improvements under the renewed ecoEnergy Retrofit program.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1163</link><pubDate>7/20/2011 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Government Announces Second Call for Innovative Products and Services</title><description><![CDATA[The Government of Canada announces a $40 million program to test innovative products and services proposed by Canadians.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1164</link><pubDate>7/20/2011 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Prime Minister's Volunteer Awards Program</title><description><![CDATA[<img src='http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/1162.jpg' style='margin:10px 10px 10px 0;border:1px solid #111;' />Canadians across the country have a new opportunity to recognize the exceptional contributions that volunteers make in their communities. ]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1162</link><pubDate>7/12/2011 12:00:00 AM</pubDate><enclosure url="http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/1162.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Government Invests in Our Big Earth Media Company</title><description><![CDATA[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. ]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1175</link><pubDate>6/29/2011 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Government of Canada Creates Summer Jobs for Students on North Island</title><description><![CDATA[The Government of Canada has created about 150 summer jobs for students in Vancouver Island North.  "Through this initiative and others, our government is helping Canada's youth succeed now and in the future," said John Duncan, MP.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1145</link><pubDate>6/23/2011 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Cumberland Celebrates Sewage Lagoon Project Milestone</title><description><![CDATA[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 Sewage Lagoon Project under the Towns for Tomorrow program.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1144</link><pubDate>6/20/2011 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Completion of Campbell River $8.3M Airport Upgrade and Runway Extension</title><description><![CDATA[<img src='http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/1146.jpg' style='margin:10px 10px 10px 0;border:1px solid #111;' />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 and Upgrade project. ]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1146</link><pubDate>6/17/2011 12:00:00 AM</pubDate><enclosure url="http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/1146.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Government of Canada Helps North Vancouver Island Youth</title><description><![CDATA[Up to 7 youth living in the northern area of Vancouver Island  who face barriers to employment will get job preparation training and work experience through the Government of Canada's support for an employment program. The Honourable John Duncan, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development and Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, made the announcement today on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.
]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1143</link><pubDate>6/16/2011 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Budget 2011 Statement by the Hon. John Duncan</title><description><![CDATA[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 is doing what it said it would when Canadians elected us a few weeks ago. We are committed to staying the course. This low tax plan for jobs and growth is a reasonable path back to balance. 

]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1147</link><pubDate>6/7/2011 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Government of Canada Supports Women and Girls in Courtenay</title><description><![CDATA[On behalf of the Hon. Rona Ambrose, Minister for the Status of Women, Hon. John Duncan, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Norther Development announces Government of Canada funding of nearly $260,000 over two years to the Wachiay Friendship Centre Society for programs aimed at encouraging female entrepreneurs in the Comox Valley.  ]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1140</link><pubDate>5/19/2011 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>The Government of Canada Improves Accessibility for the Disabled</title><description><![CDATA[The Hon. John Duncan, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North announces on behalf of the Hon. Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, over $66,000 funding for the Comox Valley Child Development Association for a parking and playground accessibility project]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1138</link><pubDate>5/11/2011 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Statement by John Duncan MP on Point Race Coast Guard Cutter</title><description><![CDATA[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 River to press the Chretien Government and remind them that the Point Race was still viable and within its acceptable life cycle range. I championed this cause, both in the media and the House of Commons, and our group succeeded.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1135</link><pubDate>3/24/2011 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>MP Duncan: The Next Phase of Canada's Economic Action Plan on Right Track</title><description><![CDATA[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.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1133</link><pubDate>3/23/2011 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Government of Canada Supports Seniors in Vancouver Island North</title><description><![CDATA[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 Canada support for three local projects. ]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1125</link><pubDate>3/18/2011 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Government of Canada Supports Seniors in the Comox Valley</title><description><![CDATA[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 Learning Centre under the Government of Canada's New Horizons for Seniors Program, which encourages seniors to continue to participate in and contribute to their communities.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1126</link><pubDate>3/18/2011 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Comox Valley Community Arts Council Funding for Local Colours Festival</title><description><![CDATA[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 Valley.
]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1127</link><pubDate>3/18/2011 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>FCM's Green Municipal Fund Supports City of Campbell River</title><description><![CDATA[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.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1128</link><pubDate>3/18/2011 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Trades Training Facility Brings Opportunity to Valley</title><description><![CDATA[<img src='http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/1111.jpg' style='margin:10px 10px 10px 0;border:1px solid #111;' />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 opportunity that is not only closer to home but at one of the best-equipped trades training facilities in the province.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1111</link><pubDate>2/25/2011 12:00:00 AM</pubDate><enclosure url="http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/1111.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Integrated Personnel Support Centre Announced for CFB Comox</title><description><![CDATA[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 services, the CF has established a network of 24 support centres to meet the needs of ill and injured personnel from the Navy, Army and Air Force, providing them with an integrated "one-stop service."]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1130</link><pubDate>2/18/2011 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Helping Youth on Hornby Island Prepare for Job Market</title><description><![CDATA[Local youth who face barriers to employment will get job preparation training and work experience through the Government of Canada's support for an employment program. The Honourable John Duncan, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, made the announcement today on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1112</link><pubDate>2/10/2011 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>The Government of Canada &amp; Ducks Unlimited Canada Partner to Conserve Land</title><description><![CDATA[$1.13 million through Environment Canada's Natural Areas Conservation Program announced towards the conservation of wetlands in the new Bear Creek Nature Park and Shelter Point Farms ]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1136</link><pubDate>2/2/2011 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Federal Government Supports Shellfish Industry in Fanny Bay</title><description><![CDATA[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 Diversification, announced support for the Fanny Bay Harbour Authority to upgrade the commercial wharf at Fanny Bay.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1129</link><pubDate>1/18/2011 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Statement by John Duncan MP on Halibut Allocation</title><description><![CDATA[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.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1134</link><pubDate>1/5/2011 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Fifty-Two New Federal Aquaculture Jobs Support Local Communities</title><description><![CDATA[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 of aquaculture in British Columbia (B.C.).]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1132</link><pubDate>1/4/2011 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>The Government of Canada creates thousands of jobs for young Canadians</title><description><![CDATA[The Government of Canda announced today a significant investment in the Canada Summer Jobs program that will create more job opportunities for students. This commitment will also support important community services and strengthen the economy.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1131</link><pubDate>12/30/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's Economic Action Plan has Courtenay Processor Saying "Cheese"</title><description><![CDATA[<img src='http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/1088.jpg' style='margin:10px 10px 10px 0;border:1px solid #111;' />Canada's Economic Action Plan is delivering real results for British Columbia's  dairy producers and processors. Indian Affairs and Northern Development Minister John Duncan and Member of Parliament (Vancouver Island North) announced today, on behalf of Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz, an investment of more than $624,000 to Natural Pastures Cheese to improve its processing equipment and production capacity, in turn helping to increase the demand for Canadian milk.
]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1088</link><pubDate>12/3/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate><enclosure url="http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/1088.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Government of Canada Invests in the Hornby Festival</title><description><![CDATA[On behalf of the Honourable James Moore, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages, John Duncan, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development, Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, Minister of the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency, and Member of Parliament (Vancouver Island North), today announced funding for the Hornby Festival Society.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1089</link><pubDate>12/1/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Canadian First World War Internment Recognition Fund</title><description><![CDATA[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 recall what happened.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1087</link><pubDate>11/26/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>$6 Million Funding for North Vancouver Island Aboriginal Training Society</title><description><![CDATA[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 Development and Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, made the announcement today, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development. 

]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1076</link><pubDate>10/22/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Government of Canada Supports Talking with Technology Project</title><description><![CDATA[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 Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, Minster of the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency, and Member of Parliament (Vancouver Island North), today announced funding for the U'mista Cultural Society (UCS) for their project Talking with Technology.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1122</link><pubDate>10/22/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Government of Canada Supports Mayatlan's Wila Culture and Language Group</title><description><![CDATA[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 the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency, and Member of Parliament (Vancouver Island North), today announced funding to the Mayatlan's Wila Culture and Language Group for their Kwak'wala Digital Language Project.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1123</link><pubDate>10/21/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Groundbreaking Ceremony Draws Crowd for Visitor Centre Construction</title><description><![CDATA[<img src='http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/1074.jpg' style='margin:10px 10px 10px 0;border:1px solid #111;' />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 Island and Coast Visitor Centre.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1074</link><pubDate>10/14/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate><enclosure url="http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/1074.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>The Government of Canada Supports Flood Recovery</title><description><![CDATA[The Honourable John Duncan, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Métis and Non-Status Indians, and Dzawada'enuxw (Tsawataineuk) First Nation Chairman, Joe Willie, met in Kingcome Inlet today to view damage caused by recent flooding and to set in motion plans for repairs and for returning community members to their homes. 
]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1077</link><pubDate>10/12/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Vancouver Island Mountain Sports Centre Groundbreaking</title><description><![CDATA[<img src='http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/1073.jpg' style='margin:10px 10px 10px 0;border:1px solid #111;' />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 Western Economic Diversification, and with Don McRae, Comox Valley MLA, and Greg Phelps, Chair Comox Valley Regional District join supporters to celebrate the Vancouver Island Mountain Sports Centre official ground breaking on Mount Washington today.

]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1073</link><pubDate>9/14/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate><enclosure url="http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/1073.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Government of Canada Invests in the Assoc. Francophone de Campbell River</title><description><![CDATA[On behalf of the Hon. James Moore, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages, the Hon. John Duncan, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development, announced funding for the Association francophone de Campbell River.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1047</link><pubDate>8/12/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Investing in Community Action to Preserve Local Habitat and Species at Risk</title><description><![CDATA[Alert Bay - The Honourable John Duncan, on behalf of Canada's Environment Minister, the Honourable Jim Prentice, today announced funding from the Habitat Stewardship Program for Species at Risk. In total, $588,505 in federal fudning will support environmental action focusing on conservation and protection of species at risk and their habitats, helping to preserve Canada's biodiversity.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1120</link><pubDate>8/11/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Campbell River Airport Runway Extension Project Ground Breaking</title><description><![CDATA[<img src='http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/1046.jpg' style='margin:10px 10px 10px 0;border:1px solid #111;' />MP John Duncan announcing the federal funding of $8.3 million to the Campbell River Airport Runway Extension project with provincial and community partners on site to mark the occasion.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1046</link><pubDate>7/30/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate><enclosure url="http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/1046.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Sayward Area Improvements to Get Underway</title><description><![CDATA[John Duncan, MP for Vancouver Island North and Deb Coates, Sayward Councillor and Acting Mayor, celebrate the groundbreaking of the Kelsey Center HVAC rehabilitation and emergency generator, and the Highway 19 resurfacing project in Sayward.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1060</link><pubDate>7/14/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Port McNeill Ready for Water Line Renewal</title><description><![CDATA[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 project was made possible with funding from federal, provincial and municipal governments.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1061</link><pubDate>7/14/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>New Green Roof for Campbell River City Hall Thanks to Federal Gas Tax Fund</title><description><![CDATA[<img src='http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/1042.jpg' style='margin:10px 10px 10px 0;border:1px solid #111;' />Mayor Charlie Cornfield and MP John Duncan cut the ribbon to celebrate the completion of the Campbell River City Hall award winning green roof renovation - an excellent example of what federal programs like the Gas Tax Fund were designed to achieve .]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1042</link><pubDate>6/28/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate><enclosure url="http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/1042.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Governments Fund Local Infrastructure</title><description><![CDATA[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.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1044</link><pubDate>6/28/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Government of Canada Helps Homeless in B.C.</title><description><![CDATA[<img src='http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/1045.jpg' style='margin:10px 10px 10px 0;border:1px solid #111;' />Women in need will benefit from improved support and services in the Campbell River area, thanks to support from the Government of Canada. MP. John Duncan and Georgette Whitehead of the Vancouver Island North Women's Resource Society.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1045</link><pubDate>6/28/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate><enclosure url="http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/1045.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Completion of Phase 1 of the South Island Hwy. 19A $13.5M Upgrade Project</title><description><![CDATA[Campbell River Mayor Charlie Cornfield and members of Council were joined on site today at the Highway 19A construction zone by MP John Duncan to mark the successful completion of the first phase of the Highway 19A Upgrade project.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1048</link><pubDate>6/28/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada's Economic Action Plan Creates Jobs in the City of Courtenay</title><description><![CDATA[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 Sanitary project in the City of Courtenay.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1049</link><pubDate>6/28/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Cumberland Sewage Lagoon Project to Begin Next Phase</title><description><![CDATA[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 Lagoon Project.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1050</link><pubDate>6/28/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Government of Canada's Investment Creating Jobs in Campbell River</title><description><![CDATA[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 Quinsam Crossing Industrial Park today.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1043</link><pubDate>6/25/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Lightstation Advocacy Acknowledged</title><description><![CDATA[Christine Collins, National President of the Union of Canadian Transportation Employees (UCTE), recently wrote a letter to John Duncan acknowledging his efforts on behalf of BC Lightkeepers.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1015</link><pubDate>6/17/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Government of Canada Invests in BC Aquaculture</title><description><![CDATA[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 Fisheries and Oceans.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1014</link><pubDate>6/15/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Cliffe Avenue Road Work Gets Underway</title><description><![CDATA[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 Cliffe Avenue will be underway soon.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1013</link><pubDate>6/11/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>The Government of Canada Supports Seniors in Gold River</title><description><![CDATA[]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1059</link><pubDate>6/4/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>The Government of Canada Honours the Motor Vessel BCP 45</title><description><![CDATA[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 Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada plaque comme]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1052</link><pubDate>5/22/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Government of Canada Invests in Vancouver Island MusicFest</title><description><![CDATA[John Duncan announces funding for the Comox Valley Folk Society to present the 16th annual Vancouver Island MusicFest.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#999</link><pubDate>5/17/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Government of Canada Invests in a Comox Valley Performing Arts Series</title><description><![CDATA[John Duncan announces 2010/11 program funding for the Sid Williams Theatre Society.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#998</link><pubDate>5/3/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Senate Review of Lightstations Gets Underway</title><description><![CDATA[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 located on the BC Coast.

]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#994</link><pubDate>4/14/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Government to Improve EI Parental Benefits for Military Families</title><description><![CDATA[The Conservative Government has announced plans to improve access to Employment Insurance (EI) parental benefits for military families.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#993</link><pubDate>4/6/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Government of Canada Invests in Comox Valley Art Gallery Upgrades</title><description><![CDATA[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 Member of Parliament (Vancouver Island North), today announc]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1058</link><pubDate>3/29/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>John Duncan Applauds Amnesty Extension for Long Gun Registry</title><description><![CDATA[John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, rose in the House of Commons this week to applaud the Government's extension of the amnesty for those firearm owners that have not registered their long guns.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#992</link><pubDate>3/23/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Conservative Government Targets Sex Offenders</title><description><![CDATA[The Government of Canada has announced legislation to strengthen the National Sex Offender Registry and the National DNA Data Bank.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#991</link><pubDate>3/18/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada-BC Funding Announced for Highway 19N Infrastructure</title><description><![CDATA[Resurfacing announced for Mohn Creek and Lukwa Creek bridge decks on Highway 19N.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#995</link><pubDate>3/5/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Budget 2010: Leading the Way on Jobs And Growth</title><description><![CDATA[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 plan to return to balanced budgets.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#990</link><pubDate>3/4/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Campbell River Hosts Ground Breaking for Hwy 19A Upgrade Project</title><description><![CDATA[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 with federal, provincial and community partners on site to mark the occasion.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#997</link><pubDate>2/26/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Truth in Sentencing Act Now in Force</title><description><![CDATA[]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#996</link><pubDate>2/24/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Government Canada Invests in Campbell River Parks</title><description><![CDATA[The federal government invests $230,000 to replace playground equipment and improve ball diamonds in several Campbell River City Parks.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#946</link><pubDate>2/12/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Tahsis receives federal funds for Recreation</title><description><![CDATA[The federal Recreation Infrastructure Canada (RInC) program is investing $20,000 in renovations to the Tahsis Recreation Complex.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#945</link><pubDate>2/3/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Government of Canada Celebrates the Torch Relay with North Island Community</title><description><![CDATA[Port Hardy - On behalf of the Honourable Gary Lunn, Minister of State (Sport), Member of Parliament John Duncan celebrated the arrival fo the Olympic Flame in Port Hardy today as part of the Olympic Torch Relay's journey across our country.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1117</link><pubDate>2/2/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Investments in Strathcona Gardens Promote Accessibility and Security</title><description><![CDATA[The Government of Canada is contributing $53,000 to a project that will improve the accessibility and security of Strathcona Gardens in Campbell River.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#944</link><pubDate>2/1/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Huband Road Area Trail Upgrades to Move Forward</title><description><![CDATA[<img src='http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/933.jpg' style='margin:10px 10px 10px 0;border:1px solid #111;' />Thanks to federal funding from the Recreation Infrastructure Canada (RInC) program, the Comox Valley Regional District will be able to go ahead with plans to improve a trail system often used by the school children and residents of the Huband Road area.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#933</link><pubDate>1/26/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate><enclosure url="http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/933.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Statement on Haiti Relief Efforts - Week Two Update</title><description><![CDATA[Two weeks after the earthquake in Haiti, Canada continues to support international relief efforts.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#932</link><pubDate>1/25/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Statement on Haiti Relief Efforts - Week One Update</title><description><![CDATA[One week after the devastating earthquake in Haiti, Canada is making a difference.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#931</link><pubDate>1/19/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Statement from John Duncan on Haiti</title><description><![CDATA[The Government of Canada extends heartfelt sympathies to the victims of the earthquake in Haiti, as well as their friends and family.  Canada is taking timely and appropriate action to respond to this disaster.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#924</link><pubDate>1/14/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>The Government of Canada Supports Seniors in Courtenay</title><description><![CDATA[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 Program.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1057</link><pubDate>1/13/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>The Government of Canada Supports Seniors in Campbell River</title><description><![CDATA[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 Horizons for Seniors Program.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1054</link><pubDate>1/13/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>The Government of Canada Supports Seniors in Campbell River</title><description><![CDATA[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 Program.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1055</link><pubDate>1/13/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>The Government of Canada Supports Seniors on Cortes Island</title><description><![CDATA[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 Program.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1056</link><pubDate>1/13/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Government of Canada Provides Funds for Discovery Centre</title><description><![CDATA[<img src='http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/918.jpg' style='margin:10px 10px 10px 0;border:1px solid #111;' />John Duncan announces $3 million in federal funding to help build the Vancouver Island and Coast Discovery Centre.   This facility will support the tourism industry of the Comox Valley and North Island.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#918</link><pubDate>1/12/2010 12:00:00 AM</pubDate><enclosure url="http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/918.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>The Government of Canada Supports Aboriginal Language Preservation</title><description><![CDATA[John Duncan announces funding for the U'mista Cultural Society for their project "Talking with Technology."]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1000</link><pubDate>12/16/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Comox Rec Centre Gets Federal Funds</title><description><![CDATA[<img src='http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/916.jpg' style='margin:10px 10px 10px 0;border:1px solid #111;' />John Duncan announces federal funding for improvements to the Comox Recreation Centre.  This funding will contribute to the replacement of the Centennial Wing of the 1967 Centennial Building and with a new multi-purpose recreation facility.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#916</link><pubDate>12/14/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate><enclosure url="http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/916.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Duncan Announces Funding for Goose Spit Park</title><description><![CDATA[<img src='http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/917.jpg' style='margin:10px 10px 10px 0;border:1px solid #111;' />MP John Duncan announces funding to enhance and improve Goose Spit Park.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#917</link><pubDate>12/14/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate><enclosure url="http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/917.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Government of Canada Invests in Strathcona Gardens</title><description><![CDATA[<img src='http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/914.jpg' style='margin:10px 10px 10px 0;border:1px solid #111;' />John Duncan announces federal funding for Strathcona Gardens in Campbell River.  Funds will be used to improve the arena, pool and change rooms.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#914</link><pubDate>11/21/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate><enclosure url="http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/914.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Government of Canada Invests in Cape Mudge Band Community Gym</title><description><![CDATA[<img src='http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/915.jpg' style='margin:10px 10px 10px 0;border:1px solid #111;' />John Duncan announces federal funding for the revitalization of the Cape Mudge Band Community Gymnasium on Quadra Island.  The project will improve the functionality and accessibility of the facility as well as complete upgrades and repairs.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#915</link><pubDate>11/21/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate><enclosure url="http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/915.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Effort to Scrap the Long-Gun Registry Passes Important Vote in Ottawa</title><description><![CDATA[Efforts to repeal the federal long-gun registry came one step closer to succeeding as federal representatives voted in favour of Bill C-391 on Wednesday November 5, 2009.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#880</link><pubDate>11/5/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Judicial Inquiry into Low Returns of Fraser River Sockeye Announced</title><description><![CDATA[Prime Minister Stephen Harper announced that the Government of Canada will be holding a judicial inquiry into the low returns of Fraser Sockeye earlier this year.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#881</link><pubDate>11/5/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>The Communities of the Comox Valley Celebrate the Torch Relay</title><description><![CDATA[<img src='http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/877.jpg' style='margin:10px 10px 10px 0;border:1px solid #111;' />John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, today celebrated the arrival of the Olympic Flame in the Comox Valley, as part of the Olympic Torch Relay's journey across our country.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#877</link><pubDate>11/2/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate><enclosure url="http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/877.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Campbell River Celebrates the Olympic Torch Relay</title><description><![CDATA[<img src='http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/878.jpg' style='margin:10px 10px 10px 0;border:1px solid #111;' />John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, today celebrated the arrival of the Olympic Flame in Campbell River, as part of the Olympic Torch Relay's journey across our country.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#878</link><pubDate>11/2/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate><enclosure url="http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/878.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Government of Canada Invests in Comox Valley Sports Centre</title><description><![CDATA[<img src='http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/876.jpg' style='margin:10px 10px 10px 0;border:1px solid #111;' />John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, announced today federal funding for the revitalization of the Comox Valley Sports Centre.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#876</link><pubDate>10/15/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate><enclosure url="http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/876.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Statement on Bill C-428</title><description><![CDATA[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  MP Bob Rae.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#855</link><pubDate>10/6/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>John Duncan Congratulates Jody Wilson Raybould in the House of Commons</title><description><![CDATA[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, 2009.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#859</link><pubDate>10/6/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Lighthouse De-staffing Update</title><description><![CDATA[<img src='http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/845.jpg' style='margin:10px 10px 10px 0;border:1px solid #111;' />John Duncan satisfied as Fisheries Minister says no light-stations will be de-staffed pending a review of lighthouse services.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#845</link><pubDate>9/30/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate><enclosure url="http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/845.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Governments Fund Campbell River and Gold River Infrastructure</title><description><![CDATA[<img src='http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/840.jpg' style='margin:10px 10px 10px 0;border:1px solid #111;' />Canada, B.C., the City of Campbell River and the Village of Gold River have approved a joint investment of $21,727,000 through the Building Canada Fund and Infrastructure Stimulus Fund.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#840</link><pubDate>9/25/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate><enclosure url="http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/840.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Governments Fund Courtenay Infrastructure</title><description><![CDATA[<img src='http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/841.jpg' style='margin:10px 10px 10px 0;border:1px solid #111;' />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 Courtenay projects.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#841</link><pubDate>9/25/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate><enclosure url="http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/841.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Governments Fund Comox Infrastructure</title><description><![CDATA[<img src='http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/842.jpg' style='margin:10px 10px 10px 0;border:1px solid #111;' />Canada, B.C. and Comox have approved a joint investment of $819,000 through the Building Canada Fund and Infrastructure Stimulus Fund.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#842</link><pubDate>9/25/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate><enclosure url="http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/842.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Governments Fund Sayward Infrastructure</title><description><![CDATA[Today Canada, B.C. and the community of Sayward announced a joint investment of $308,360 through the Infrastructure Stimulus Fund.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#843</link><pubDate>9/25/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Governments Fund Infrastructure in Four North Island Communities</title><description><![CDATA[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 Fund.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#844</link><pubDate>9/25/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Government of Canada Delivers Port Hardy Sewer Extension Project</title><description><![CDATA[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 Bay.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#833</link><pubDate>9/23/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Governments of Canada and BC Invest in Campbell River Jobs</title><description><![CDATA[<img src='http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/828.jpg' style='margin:10px 10px 10px 0;border:1px solid #111;' />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 Parliament for Vancouver Island North.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#828</link><pubDate>9/22/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate><enclosure url="http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/828.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Government of Canada Invests in Campbell River Lacrosse Box</title><description><![CDATA[<img src='http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/832.jpg' style='margin:10px 10px 10px 0;border:1px solid #111;' />John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North announced today federal funding for a lacrosse Box in Campbell River. Funding for this investment is being provided under the Recreational Infrastructure Canada (RInC) program.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#832</link><pubDate>9/22/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate><enclosure url="http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/832.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Government of Canada Helps Create Jobs in Campbell River</title><description><![CDATA[John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North  announced federalsupport to help We Wai Kai Nation  (Cape Mudge Band Council) strengthen economic opportunities in Campbell River.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#822</link><pubDate>9/11/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Governments of Canada and BC Invest $347,400 in Comox Valley Jobs</title><description><![CDATA[<img src='http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/823.jpg' style='margin:10px 10px 10px 0;border:1px solid #111;' />A $347,400 investment will help Mt. Washington Ski Resort Ltd undertake ecosystem restoration work that will help create local jobs, announced John Duncan, MP.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#823</link><pubDate>9/11/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate><enclosure url="http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/823.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Harper Government Announces Investments to Create Jobs in Port Hardy</title><description><![CDATA[John Duncan, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Island North, announces Government of Canada support to help the Northern Vancouver Island Salmonic Enhancement Association upgrade their Interpretive Centre.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#824</link><pubDate>8/27/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Duncan Announces Investment to Promote and Strengthen BC's Shellfish Sector</title><description><![CDATA[<img src='http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/825.jpg' style='margin:10px 10px 10px 0;border:1px solid #111;' />John Duncan announces Government of Canada support to help the British Columbia Shellfish Growers Association (BCSGA) promote and strengthen the shellfish industry.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#825</link><pubDate>8/26/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate><enclosure url="http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/825.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Harper Government Invests in Black Creek's Recreational Infrastructure</title><description><![CDATA[<img src='http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/826.jpg' style='margin:10px 10px 10px 0;border:1px solid #111;' />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.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#826</link><pubDate>8/19/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate><enclosure url="http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/826.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>BC's Coastal Communities Benefit from West Coast Community Adjustment Progr</title><description><![CDATA[<img src='http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/827.jpg' style='margin:10px 10px 10px 0;border:1px solid #111;' />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 the salmon fishery.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#827</link><pubDate>8/19/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate><enclosure url="http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/827.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Harper Government Funds Mount Washington Projects</title><description><![CDATA[John Duncan announces that the Government of Canada will provide funding for the Vancouver Island Mountain Sports Centre and the Strathcona Park Wilderness Centre on Mount Washington.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#791</link><pubDate>8/6/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Small Craft Harbour Projects Announced for Northern Vancouver Island</title><description><![CDATA[A major new investment of $3.8 million was announced for small craft harbours projects in Kelsey Bay, Port McNeill, Sointula and Port Hardy.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#790</link><pubDate>7/24/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Small Craft Harbour Projects Announced for Comox, Fanny Bay and Ford Cove</title><description><![CDATA[<img src='http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/788.jpg' style='margin:10px 10px 10px 0;border:1px solid #111;' />A major new investment of $1.6 million was announced for small craft harbours projects in Comox, Fanny Bay and Ford Cove.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#788</link><pubDate>7/21/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate><enclosure url="http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/788.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Small Craft Harbour Projects Announced for Campbell River and Quadra Island</title><description><![CDATA[A major new investment of $2.47 million was announced for small craft harbours projects in Campbell River, Heriot Bay and Quathiaski Cove.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#789</link><pubDate>7/21/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Government of Canada Supports Local Francophone Associations</title><description><![CDATA[Campbell River and Comox Valley Francophone Associations receive funding from the Government of Canada to support programs.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#779</link><pubDate>7/13/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Statement by John Duncan on the attack on Jay Phillips</title><description><![CDATA[On July 3 2009 Jay Phillips was attacked by three young men hurling racial slurs. A video of the event clearly shows the senseless cowardice of this act and the men who perpetrated it. There is no place in our communities for this type of behaviour.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#776</link><pubDate>7/7/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Government of Canada Invests in Skilled Trades</title><description><![CDATA[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 Grant.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#773</link><pubDate>7/6/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Canada Remembers D-Day</title><description><![CDATA[As the sun rose over the beaches of Normandy 65 years ago, Canadian Forces from land, air and sea came together on D-Day. By the time the sun set that day, the Canadians had progressed farther than any other Allied troops.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#747</link><pubDate>6/6/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>John Duncan Joins Canada Place's Search for the Canadian Identity</title><description><![CDATA[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 join the discussion.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#744</link><pubDate>6/4/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Conservative Government Moves to Restore Benefits to Allied Veterans</title><description><![CDATA[The Conservative Government has announced that it is introducing legislation to restore the Allied Veterans benefits.  The legislation will extend benefits to Allied Veterans and their families.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#745</link><pubDate>6/3/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Government of Canada Invests in Local Hatcheries and Fisheries Laboratories</title><description><![CDATA[The Government of Canada has announced $14 million in funding over the next two years to modernize fish hatcheries and laboratories in British Columbia.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#740</link><pubDate>6/1/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Government of Canada Supports Vancouver Island MusicFest</title><description><![CDATA[Government of Canada announces funding for the Comox Valley Folk Society.  The $25,000 will be used to support the 15th Annual Vancouver Island MusicFest, which will take place from July 10 to 12, 2009.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#736</link><pubDate>5/27/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>John Duncan Works with Local Leaders to Get Federal Funding</title><description><![CDATA[On the heels of the federal government announcing two major investment initiatives, Member of Parliament John Duncan is busy meeting with local community and business leaders to discuss local priorities and explore funding opportunities.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#732</link><pubDate>5/25/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>John Duncan Meets Rotary Adventure in Citizenship Participants in Ottawa</title><description><![CDATA[<img src='http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/737.jpg' style='margin:10px 10px 10px 0;border:1px solid #111;' />On May 5, 2009 John Duncan met with Natasha Kardos and Magda Taylor in Ottawa.  Natasha and Magda were participants in the Rotary Adventure in Citizenship Program, and met at a function held in their honour on Parliament Hill.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#737</link><pubDate>5/5/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate><enclosure url="http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/737.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>John Duncan Announces Federal/Provincial Investment in North Island College</title><description><![CDATA[<img src='http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/416.jpg' style='margin:10px 10px 10px 0;border:1px solid #111;' />John Duncan announces joint federal/provincial funding of $9.17 million for North Island College.  $8.2 million will be used to build a skills development and trades training centre, and the rest will be used for important building maintenance.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#416</link><pubDate>4/8/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate><enclosure url="http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/416.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Federal Government Doubles Gas Tax Transfer</title><description><![CDATA[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.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#413</link><pubDate>4/6/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Funding Supports Sayward Infrastructure, Services</title><description><![CDATA[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.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1118</link><pubDate>4/6/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>$3.5 Million Benefits Five North Island Communities</title><description><![CDATA[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 stimulate the economy.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1119</link><pubDate>4/6/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>$850,000 for Gold River Infrastructure, Recreation</title><description><![CDATA[<img src='http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/403.jpg' style='margin:10px 10px 10px 0;border:1px solid #111;' />The Village of Gold River is receiving $850,757 in federal and provincial funding to enhance local infrastructure.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#403</link><pubDate>3/19/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate><enclosure url="http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/403.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Funding supports Tahsis Infrastructure, Services</title><description><![CDATA[The Village of Tahsis is receiving more than $800,000 in federal and provincial funding to enhance local infrastructure and provide community services.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#404</link><pubDate>3/19/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>$600,000 Investment for Comox Valley Regional District Services</title><description><![CDATA[<img src='http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/396.jpg' style='margin:10px 10px 10px 0;border:1px solid #111;' />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.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#396</link><pubDate>3/18/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate><enclosure url="http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/396.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>$1 Million Support for Cumberland Projects, Services</title><description><![CDATA[The Village of Cumberland is receiving nearly $1 million in federal and provincial funding to enhance local infrastructure and support local services.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#398</link><pubDate>3/18/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Governments Fund Comox Projects, Services</title><description><![CDATA[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.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#397</link><pubDate>3/18/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Sewer Extension to Benefit Strathcona Regional District</title><description><![CDATA[<img src='http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/399.jpg' style='margin:10px 10px 10px 0;border:1px solid #111;' />Residents of the Strathcona Regional District will benefit from a joint federal-provincial investment of $3.4 million to extend the sewer collection system into the northern section of Electoral Area "D".]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#399</link><pubDate>3/18/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate><enclosure url="http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/399.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Funds for Campbell River Infrastructure, Public Safety</title><description><![CDATA[<img src='http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/400.jpg' style='margin:10px 10px 10px 0;border:1px solid #111;' />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.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#400</link><pubDate>3/18/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate><enclosure url="http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/400.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>John Duncan Announces New Funding for Valley Seniors Programs</title><description><![CDATA[<img src='http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/405.jpg' style='margin:10px 10px 10px 0;border:1px solid #111;' />Member of Parliament John Duncan announced funding for Comox Valley seniors through the Federal Government's New Horizons for Seniors program.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#405</link><pubDate>3/18/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate><enclosure url="http://www.johnduncanmp.com/mp/upload/blog/405.jpg" length="50000" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Ferry Commuters are Eligible for Tax Breaks</title><description><![CDATA[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 available to ferry commuters.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#387</link><pubDate>3/11/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Four First Nations to receive Broadband in Vancouver Island North</title><description><![CDATA[John Duncan announced a $7.86 million program to deliver broadband to 21 remote First Nations in BC.  Four First Nations in Vancouver Island North will benefit.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#386</link><pubDate>3/6/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Three Years Without the Jewellery Excise Tax</title><description><![CDATA[In a statement in the House of Commons today, Member of Parliament John Duncan celebrated the historic elimination of the Jewellery Excise Tax by the Conservative Government in 2006.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#385</link><pubDate>3/3/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Federal Funding Announced for Local Projects</title><description><![CDATA[In a joint presentation with local mayors Mike Berry and Bev Parnham, John Duncan announced $145,000 in matching federal funding for local roads in Alert Bay, and $775,000 in matching federal funding for main roads in Port Hardy.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#377</link><pubDate>2/20/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Conservative Introduces Bill to Scrap the Long-Gun Registry</title><description><![CDATA[Member of Parliament John Duncan seconds Gary Breitkreuz's Private Members Bill to eliminate Canada's long gun registry.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#376</link><pubDate>2/9/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Government provides training and job opportunities for Aboriginal people</title><description><![CDATA[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 projects announced today.]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1115</link><pubDate>2/6/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Budget 2009: Canada's Economic Action Plan</title><description><![CDATA[On January 27, 2009 the Conservative government tabled Budget 2009 - Canada's Economic Action Plan.  The plan will provide almost $30 billion in support, equivalent to 1.9% of our GDP.  The plan will benefit British Columbia...]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#375</link><pubDate>1/28/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Statement on the passing of Stan Hagen</title><description><![CDATA[John Duncan, Member of Parliament, issued the following statement today on the death of Stan Hagen, MLA for the Comox Valley:]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#374</link><pubDate>1/21/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item><item><title>Coastal Communities to Benefit from West Coast Community Adjustment Program</title><description><![CDATA[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 Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, announced more than $7-million in federal funding, through Western Economic Diversification Canada, towards the West Coast Community Adjustment Program (WestCCAP).]]></description><link>http://www.johnduncanmp.com/news.aspx#1121</link><pubDate>1/15/2009 12:00:00 AM</pubDate></item></channel></rss>