Are You Actively Considering Community Benefits in the Awarding of Government Procurement Programs?
Senator Omidvar asked Minister Jean-Yves Duclos about ensuring that public benefits are considered in the procurement process.
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Senator Colin Deacon: Opportunities Abound for Atlantic Canada with Community Benefits
Watch Senator Deacon unpack the economic needs of his region and his vision for community benefits.
Senator Diane Bellemare: Four Reasons to Support Community Benefits in Canada
Watch Senator Diane Bellemare explain how Bill C-344 would help address labour shortages in Canada and have an impact in provinces like Quebec.
Senator Donna Dasko: Community benefits and the pursuit of sustainable development
Watch Senator Donna Dasko support Bill C-344 and make the connection between community benefits and Canada's commitment to the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Senator Tony Dean: Think About What Community Benefits can do for Canadian Communities
Watch Senator Tony Dean unpack multi-partisan support for social enterprises in Canada and the benefits of having community benefits principles at the federal level.
Senator Brian Francis: Community Benefits for Minorities and Indigenous Communities
Watch Senator Brian Francis speak to the importance of community benefits and their ability to connect Indigenous youth with job training and mentorship.
Question To Minister Qualtrough: What is Public Services doing to promote community benefits?
In April 2018, Senator Omidvar asked the Minister of Public Services and Procurement about Bill C-344 and the potential for inserting community benefits principles into her job description. Read more here.