Acting Responsibly on Behalf of the American People

CARDIN SAYS REPUBLICAN HOUSE BILL DEFEATED BY THE SENATE WOULD HAVE CONTINUED FINANCIAL UNCERTAINTY

Province teams with Athabasca in support of youth sport and recreation

Sodexo and Coca-Cola Celebrate Feeding Our Future® for Serving more than 125,000 Free Summer Lunches to Atlanta Children

odexoMAGIC and BlueCross Serve Nearly 21,000 Free Summer Lunches through Feeding Our Future®

PNC Provides $500,000 To Central Ohio Arts Organizations To Broaden Audiences, Spark Innovative Collaboration

PepsiCo and Wal-Mart Team with Feed The Children to Provide for 2,000 Washington, D.C. Families in Need

National Survey Finds Teachers Have Lasting Positive Impact on the Lives of Americans

Office Depot Foundation Donates 1,500 New Sackpacks to Help Puerto Rico Children Succeed in School

MedAssets Expands Supply Chain Services with eCommerce Exchange; Improves End-to-End Automated Supply Chain Management

CNA Announces Enhanced Real Time Quoting System for Small Business Agents

Boston Scientific Announces $1.0B Share Repurchase Program

Aetna and the Aetna Foundation Granted $685,000 to Pennsylvania Nonprofits in 2010

 U.S. EDA Invests $1 Million to Promote Economic Development and Job Growth in West Haven, Connecticut

Government of Canada lends financial support to Avant-Garde Technologie CFMA Inc.

 Renovations to Cornwall Civic Centre Commence Thanks to Support from Federal and Provincial Governments

Arkansas Tourism Grows Slightly, In Spite of Tough Economy

Small Biz Owners Concerned About Future Revenue

Department Officials Visit Tennessee to Learn About Progress Made in Implementing Race to the Top Plan

Minister Oliver Promotes Canadian Energy and Cooperation with Washington

Canada Welcomes New Canadians in Eight Ceremonies Across Canada

Gov. Perry Announces TEF Investment in Office Depot to Create More Than 200 Jobs in Central Texas

Hoyer Discusses Need to Compromise on Long-Term, Balanced Agreement to Pay Bills, Reduce the Deficit on CNBC

 Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood Commits $30 Million to Innovative New Partnership that Improves Access to Jobs and Community Services for America’s Military Families

 HUD SECRETARY ANNOUNCES AVAILABILITY OF $95 MILLION FROM SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES GRANT PROGRAMS

 Province Invests In Local Renewable Energy Company

Governor Quinn Signs Legislation to Help Protect Illinois’ Student Athletes from Concussions

Harper Government Announces Clean Energy Projects Across Canada

Virginians Can Save Money During Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday

Gov. Shumlin praises State Energy Office for use of ARRA funds to reduce energy costs statewide

Senator Brown Urges Tornado Victims To Apply For FEMA, SBA Assistance

Wyden, Hoeven, Begich Introduce TRIP Bond Program to Help Build Transportation Infrastructure

VA Earns Recognition for Workforce Diversity

Mayor Vincent C. Gray and Environment and Planning Officials Announce Launch of Sustainability Strategy

$37,000 investment made to improve Esteys Bridge recreation facility

Liberals Call for Immediate Action on US Debt Crisis

Government of Canada Supports Research in Toronto and Across Canada

Gov. Shumlim praises State Energy Office for use of ARRA funds to reduce energy costs statewide

Government of Canada Helps Veterans Share Their Stories With Youth

Private-Sector Job Creators Back Republican Spending Cut Plan

Senator Brown Urges Tornado Victims To Apply For FEMA, SBA Assistance

Boxer Calls on House Republicans to End FAA Partial Shutdown

Begich Pushes for Increased Arctic Infrastructure & Energy Development

ACTING SG ASKS DONORS TO CONSIDER HELP FOR REGIONAL PRIVATE SECTOR

The Coca-Cola Foundation Makes a Splash for Education and Youth Development this Summer

Governor announces higher education innovation grant award

Government of Canada Celebrates the Completion of Tourism Infrastructure Projects at Woodside National Historic Site

Inuvik to Tuktoyaktuk Highway Project Federal Funding Allocated to Support Participation in the Environmental Assessment

VA Launches New Prevention Initiative to Serve 22,000 Veteran Families at Risk of Homelessness

On Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Obama Administration Recommits to Enforcing and Protecting the Civil Rights of All

Yukon contributes to humanitarian efforts in the Horn of Africa

Government of Canada equips over 500 Canadians in the Greater Toronto Area to succeed in the job market

Minister of Finance Consults with Small-Business Leaders on Strengthening Canada's Economy

Harper Government Helps Canada's Canola Industry Maintain Access to Lucrative Chinese Market

Alexander Asks Labor Secretary Hilda Solis if Administration’s Action Against Boeing is “the Kind of Policy That Will Create an Environment [for] the Largest Number of Good New Jobs For Middle Income Families”

Governor Cuomo Launches Central New York Regional Economic Development Council

Bingaman: VA Funding to Help Low-Income New Mexico Veterans and Their Families

Bennet: New Flights to Aspen/Pitkin County Airport Will Boost Tourism, Local Economy

Entrepreneurship is widely respected among Canadians but small businesses still face big challenges: new report

VA National Small Business Conference and Expo

CARDIN, MIKULSKI HIGHLIGHT OPPORTUNITIES FOR MD SMALL BUSINESSES IN GROWING CYBERSECURITY FIELD

Seven Island groups receive Interministerial Women’s Secretariat grants

Artistic Fraud Benefits from Cultural Investment

New supportive housing for women opens in Vancouver

Governor General to Open the Glengarry Highland Games

Minister Oda reiterates Canada's support to South Sudan

Minister Raitt meets with stakeholders to discuss labour issues

Whip Hoyer Discusses Need for Long-Term Approach to Pay America's Bills, Reduce the Deficit on MSNBC

Governments of Canada and Yukon promote careers in the skilled trades and technology sectors to youth

Seeing Green: Wyndham Worldwide Measures Investment in Sustainability Programs with Release of GRI Report

P&G and Communities In Schools Team up with John Legend to Fight the Nation's Dropout Crisis and Help Students Succeed in School

Walmart to Open up to 300 Stores Serving USDA Food Deserts by 2016; More than 40,000 Associates Will Work in These Stores

PepsiCo Foundation Provides $700,000 Grant to American Pakistan Foundation for Long-term Flood Relief Program in Pakistan

Teens Create a "Haul Nation" This Back-to-School Season with jcpenney

Hunger-Free Summer $20,000 Grant Awarded to Capital Area Food Bank of Texas MCA Recording Artist Josh Kelley Partners with the ConAgra Foods Foundation and Feeding America to Help Feed Children in Need, Volunteers in Austin

CenturyLink Plans to Invest $20 Million for Broadband in New Mexico

Capital One Bank Introduces Groundbreaking High Interest Checking Account for Small Business Owners

 A small business success story in our own backyard

 Jobs for America's Graduates and 19 State Affiliates to Boost Employment and College Success

 Statement by Minister Fast on Premiers' Commitment to Broaden Canada's Access to Foreign Markets

 Government of Canada joins in the back to Batoche Celebrations to Pay Tribute to Métis Ancestors, Culture and History

Senate Committee on Indian Affairs holds hearing on emergency preparedness for natural disasters in Native communities

Department Officials Meet with Florida Representatives to Learn About Progress Made in Implementing Race to the Top Plan

Rising Tide Theatre Benefits from Cultural Sector Investment

Premiers, Washington Governor discuss economic opportunities

Minister Oda announces Canada's response to the humanitarian crisis in East Africa

Government of Canada supports accessibility for all Canadians

Gov. Shumlin announces $2 million in EPA funding for Vermont

Hoyer Statement on 200 Days of Republican Control Without a Comprehensive Jobs Agenda

GOP Obstruction of FAA Bill Will Hurt Economy and Workers in California

Begich Says FAA Shutdown Will Negatively Impact Alaska

Enterprises are ready for the Cloud according to research from VMware, Accenture and EMC

Governor Tomblin Announces Refunding of Bonds Results in Significant Taxpayer Savings

CARDIN CALLS FOR A BALANCED APPROACH TO SOLVING OUR BUDGET CRISIS

National, State Unemployment 9.2 Percent in June

Canada's Labour Minister meets with key stakeholders to discuss issues related to women in the workforce

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Government of Canada Enlists Help of Canadians to Enforce Canada's Immigration Laws

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Casey Disappointed by Increase in Pennsylvania’s Unemployment Rate

Farmers and ranchers in Hawaii and the Pacific Rim to receive $2.3 million to help offset shipping costs

Liberals call on government to put evidence ahead of ideology in justice agenda in light of declining crime rates

 Governor Martin O'Malley Visits YouthWorks Summer Jobs Program

 SBA's July Web Chat Offers Tips and Advice on Growing a Home-Based Business

17 Community Banks Across the Country Receive $214 Million to Help Small Businesses Access Capital, Create New Jobs

First Lady Michelle Obama Announces Nationwide Commitments to Provide Millions of People Access to Healthy, Affordable Food in Underserved Communities

CARDIN, MIKULSKI PRAISE FUNDING TO ENCOURAGE SMALL BUSINESS LENDING IN MARYLAND

Small Business Program Misses the Mark

Small Business Roundtable looks beyond B.C.’s borders

Casey, Treasury Announce Funding for Pennsylvania to Help Small Businesses Access Capital, Create New Jobs

Brown: Columbus Bank Will Receive Funds To Help Small Businesses Access Capital and Create New Jobs

Bingaman: New Mexico's Crime Victims Fund Receives $3.1 Million Federal Grant

 Governor Martin O'Malley Visits YouthWorks Summer Jobs Program

 SBA's July Web Chat Offers Tips and Advice on Growing a Home-Based Business

$1.4 Billion in Transactions in India Supports 10,000 American Jobs

SBA Offers Web Chat on Building a Home-Based Business

New addition brings 20 jobs to the Island’s IT sector

Minister Baird Disappointed by Iran's Refusal to Admit United Nations Special Rapporteur on Human Rights

Youth from La Côte-de-Gaspé Regional County Municipality encouraged to explore entrepreneurship

Government of Canada helps youth in London and Strathroy prepare for their careers

Brown: New Fuel Cell Unit Will Strengthen American Energy Security, Spur Development of Clean Energy Technology

Governor Martin O'Malley Visits YouthWorks Summer Jobs Program

Hoyer Discusses Balanced Approach to Ensure We Pay America's Bills, Reduce the Deficit on MSNBC

Governor Bentley Establishes Alabama Economic Development Alliance

More than 100 Advocates Thinking Big About Second Annual Small Business Saturday

Special Journal Showcases VA Women’s Health Research

President Obama Meets with Powells and Leading CEOs on Making Investments to Ensure a Competitive US Workforce

Corner Brook Woman Named Recipient of Council of the Federation Literacy Award

Youth from La Côte-de-Gaspé Regional County Municipality encouraged to explore entrepreneurship

Casey Announces Over $8.5 Million in Funding to Help Pennsylvania Communities Create Jobs

 Government of Canada awarded $500,000 in funding to Usine Rotec Inc.

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 Government of Canada Invests in Bonavista Peninsula's Tourism Industry

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Statement by the President and Mrs. Obama on Nelson Mandela International Day

Cantwell Joins Elysian Brewing to Announce 35 New Jobs in New Production Facility

New Snoqualmie Pass Fire Station Opens on Federal Land Cantwell Helped Secure

Governor Cuomo Announces Five Year Labor Agreement With The Public Employees Federation

 Black Enterprise Includes GM Among Best for Diversity

 Towers Watson’s Implemented Investment Services Top $50 Billion Mark

 WellPoint Named as a 2011 BEST DIVERSITY COMPANY

 The Coca-Cola Foundation Awards $1 Million in Grants for China Study-Abroad Programs

Southern Business & Development: Louisiana Earns State of the Year Again

WSDOT seeks comments on Disadvantaged Business Enterprise contracting goals

 $2.48 million in direct revenue to Island businesses was spent by tourists visiting Prince Edward Island to attend East Coast Music Week 2011

 Government of Canada helps post-secondary graduates in Elora gain career-related experience

 Minister Fast says Job-creating Canada-European Union Free Trade Talks Moving Forward

 Liberals call on government to provide immediate assistance to East Africa

 Governor Cuomo Announces New York State Will Apply for Federal "Race to the Top" Early Learning Funds

 Whip Hoyer Urges Parties to Work Together On Balanced Approach to Pay America's Bills, Reduce the Deficit

 Federal government failing to meet basic standards for First Nation’s communities

The Coca-Cola Foundation Awards $1 Million in Grants for China Study-Abroad Programs

VA Expands Outreach to Women Veterans

Dr. Jill Biden to Lead Presidential Delegation to the Federal Republic of Germany to Attend the Women's World Cup Final

Energy Upgrade Loans Now Available for Smaller Alabama Businesses

Gov. Shumlin, advocates launch statewide anti-hunger effort

Disaster Assistance Tops $1 Million for Vermont

 Gov. Shumlin, advocates launch statewide anti-hunger effort

 United States and Peru Work to Strengthen Ties, Create Economic Opportunities for Workers, Businesses, Farmers and Ranchers

 Opening Cermony At 2011 INShape Indiana Black and Minority Health Fair Honors Seniors

 Business owners gain valuable knowledge at Technology Summit

 SBA Disaster Assistance Available to Arkansas Private Non-Profit Organizations

New World Bank Group Small Business Finance Facility Makes First Loan to Tunisia

New Commerce Department Report Shows Fast-Growing STEM Jobs Offer Higher Pay, Lower Unemployment

Small-Business Index in U.S. Fell in June to Nine-Month Low

Metro Birmingham Trade Group Helping Minority Contractors

Government of Canada to Enhance Business Productivity Through Increased Access to Skilled Labour

Landmark “Green Energy Bank” Bill Passes Key Committee; Will Accelerate Nation’s Transition to Clean Energy Economy

Cantwell Backs Bill to Boost Summer Recreation and Tourism-Related Jobs at Washington State Ski Areas

Boxer Praises $10.5 Million in Housing Assistance for Homeless Veterans in California

Boxer, Murkowski, Murray Introduce Bill to Improve Afterschool Programs Nationwide

 MAYOR BLOOMBERG, DEPUTY MAYOR STEEL AND SMALL BUSINESS SERVICES COMMISSIONER WALSH PRESENT 10TH ANNUAL NEIGHBORHOOD ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS

 Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission Offers Federal Grants to Help Preserve States African American Heritage

 DCED First Industries Program Supporting Top PA Industries; Agriculture and Tourism

LULAC Warns That State and Local Funding Flexibility Act Will Further Disadvantage Minority and Low Income Youth

Governor Quinn Signs Legislation to Advance Clean Energy Project, Create 1,500 Jobs

Over $3 Million Committed to Provincial Sport and Recreation Federations and Organizations

Closer Canada-China Economic Ties Will Create Jobs and Opportunity for Canadians

Hylife Foods LP Receives Boost Under Canada's Economic Action Plan

Cantwell Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Protect Health Benefits for 55,000 Washingtonians

Bingaman & Udall: 16 Counties Declared Drought Disaster Areas, Making Them Eligible for Assistance

Hoyer Statement on Republicans’ Balanced Budget Amendment

Remarks by Treasury Secretary Tim Geithner at a Women in Finance Symposium

DCED Pennsylvania Invests $4.2 Million to Support Alternative, Clean and Renewable Energy Projects; Helps Businesses Meet Water Standards

Readout of Secretary Napolitano's Multilateral Meeting with Central American and Mexican Officials

Government of Canada provides financial support to the Quebec Aerospace Association

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Cornyn Response to Senate Democrats’ $2 Trillion Tax Hike Proposal

Bingaman: New Mexico Public Housing to Benefit from $6 Million HUD Investment

Bingaman: New Mexico Will Receive $567,001 to Help Support Manufacturing Job

Brown Sponsors Amendment To Protect Small Businesses From New Tax Burdens

Governor's Statement on Energy Working Group

SBA Offers Disaster Assistance to Arizona Small Businesses Economically Impacted by the Wallow Fire

Kentucky Human Rights Commission passes resolution to urge Congress to recognize African American Kentuckian, the late Colonel Charles Young

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State Approves Nearly $1.2 Million in Clean Ohio Assistance Fund Projects

OBAMA ADMINISTRATION LAUNCHES STRONG CITIES, STRONG COMMUNITIES TO SUPPORT LOCAL DEVELOPMENT

Small Businesses Decry Regulation

Minister of State Bernier Launches Initiative to Promote Canada's Best Tourism Experiences

Minister Fast Updates Indo-Canadian Business Community in Vancouver on Latest Round of Trade Talks

Hoyer Statement on President Obama's Executive Order Directing Independent Regulatory Agencies to Examine Regulations

Colorado Small Businesses Eligible for SBA Disaster Assistance

Fourth year that firm recognized as best-in-class with respect to Diversity and Inclusion

Annette Clayton is appointed as Executive Vice President of Global Supply Chain and Member of the Executive Committee of Schneider Electri

US Private Companies increase IT budgets, with focus on growth and efficiencies

Small Business Loan Program Now Offered by Office Depot Through Superior Financial Group

Eaton Donates $25,000 to Benefit the American Red Cross

 SBA Offers Disaster Assistance to Hennepin County Residents Affected by Severe Storms and Tornadoes in Minnesota

MAYOR BLOOMBERG AND SPEAKER QUINN ANNOUNCE 22 NEW INITIATIVES TO HELP SMALL INDUSTRIAL BUSINESSES STAY AND GROW IN NEW YORK CITY

 Statement by Ambassador Ron Kirk on Reduction of Tariffs on U.S. Exports in Response to Resolution of U.S.-Mexico Cross-Border Trucking Dispute

 Treasury Kicks Off Billions Of Dollars In Main Street Lending Through The Small Business Lending Fund

 Department Officials Meet with New York Representatives to Learn about Progress Made in Implementing Race to the Top Plan

SASKATCHEWAN’S UNEMPLOYMENT RATE DROPS, REMAINS LOWEST IN CANADA

WEEKLY ADDRESS: Working Together to Meet our Fiscal Challenges

WEEKLY ADDRESS: Working Together to Meet our Fiscal Challenges

WEEKLY ADDRESS: Working Together to Meet our Fiscal Challenges

Team Alberta named for Western Canada Summer Games

Senators Push for Answers Behind Initially High Decline Rates for SBA Disaster Loans

Community Banks Receive First Wave of Small Business Lending Fund Capital

 Treasury Kicks Off Billions Of Dollars In Main Street Lending Through The Small Business Lending Fund

 Minister Fast Discusses Job-creating Trade with Key Members of Indo-Canadian Business Community

 Minister Fast Welcomes World Trade Organization Panel Findings on Chinese Export Restrictions

Crapaud and Borden-Carleton projects benefit from Island Community Fund

New programs support job training in four B.C. regions

unding boost through Sport Legacy to Aboriginal youth

Gov. Terry E. Branstad orders flags at half-staff to honor U.S. Army Capt. Matthew Nielson

USDA grants Gov. Branstad’s request for disaster designation

SBA Disaster Loan Outreach Centers in Canadian and McClain Counties to Close

SENATE AND HOUSE DEMOCRATS PUSH TO INCLUDE LABOR ACTION PLAN IN COLOMBIA FTA IMPLEMENTING BILL

LED Launches Small Business Training Portal

New campaign to break the silence on violence against women

Government of Canada Helps Sussex Company Acquire New Technology to Expand Productivity

Cantwell Hails First Wave of Capital Released by Small Business Lending Fund

Tennessee Chambers of Commerce Endorse Corker CAP Act to Cut Spending & Grow the Economy

Brown, Merkley: New GAO Report Underscores Need For Greater Focus on Domestic Manufacturing in Department of Commerce's Office of Manufacturing & Services

Brown Announces New Relief For Unemployed Ohioans Facing Foreclosure

SBA Approves $25 Million in Disaster Loans for Missouri Residents and Businesses

SBA and the American Red Cross Join to Help Individuals and Businesses Prepare for Disasters

CARDIN, MIKULSKI ANNOUNCE FEDERAL GRANTS FOR MARYLAND’S RURAL BUSINESSES

Study Says District One of Greenest Cities in North America

Premier’s statement on PyeongChang winning 2018 Games

Minister Shea highlights new tax credit for volunteer firefighters

International Trade Minister Fast Tours Plastics Facility, Highlights Harper Government's Pro-trade Plan

Veterans Affairs Minister Steven Blaney Meets With Partners to Discuss Care and Support for Veterans and CF Members

Casey, Gillibrand Introduce Bill to Encourage Job Creation

Scott Brown Signs Onto Letter Opposing U.S. Civilian Trial For Somali-Based Terrorist Ahmed Abdulkadir Warsame

Public Safety Minister Toews Concludes a Successful Visit to Germany and the Middle East

Government of Canada helps an individual with disabilities in Kelowna develop job skills

WIPP Partners with Women's Exchange

WIPP Partners with Women's Exchange

SBA Offers Disaster Assistance to Texas Residents and Businesses Affected by the Dyer Mills Fire

$1.7 Billion Additional TARP Funds Returned to Taxpayers, Positive Return on TARP Bank Programs Reaches $10 Billion

MAYOR BLOOMBERG AND WALMART ANNOUNCE AGREEMENT TO CONTRIBUTE AND RAISE UP TO $5 MILLION TO SUPPORT THE CITY’S SUMMER YOUTH EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM

Ten Indiana businesses recommit to environmental reductions through state program

Governor Quinn Promotes Summer Jobs and Internship Program for Teens

Art and artists supported by Yukon government

SASKJOBS TOPS 13,000 JOBS FOR SECOND STRAIGHT MONTH

Scholarships awarded in non-traditional training programs

Positive workplace safety results a good sign for Alberta's young workers

PREMIER THANKS CANADIAN FORCES FOR ASSISTANCE DURING SOURIS RIVER FLOOD FIGHT

Athletes from Province Win Gold and Silver at World Games

Plastics manufacturer adopts new technology with federal and provincial help

Celebrating success - $5M to support Aboriginal children

NEW COUNCIL ON INTERNATIONAL TRADE UNVEILS MEMBERS, NEW STRATEGIC DIRECTION FOR GOVERNMENT, PRIVATE SECTOR: BJORNSON

GOVERNMENTS OF CANADA AND MANITOBA REACH AGREEMENT ON DELIVERY OF INVESTMENTS FOR CANADIANS IN HOUSING NEED

Coca-Cola Marketing Campaigns Put Spotlight on Special Olympics World Summer Games ATHENS 2011

PORT AUTHORITY RECORDS MORE THAN 30 PERCENT INCREASE IN AWARDS TO MINORITY/WOMEN-OWNED AND SMALL BUSINESSES

Scholarship Foundation Announces Five Bravo Grant Program Awardees

Alcoa Announces “Green” Expansion at B&C Research

WEEKLY ADDRESS: Cutting the Deficit and Creating Jobs

UKRAINIAN-CANADIAN WOMEN TO BE HONOURED WITH NEW STATUE

VA Awards 14 Major Technology Contracts

East-West Bank of San Francisco and Ex-Im Bank Provide Financing to Small Business as it Grows to Medium-Size Enterprise

Royal visit media attention aligns with tourism strategy

Landrieu Listens To SBA Frontlines

U.S. Small Business Borrowing Surges

DREAM Act Is "Common Sense Legislation in Keeping with Core American Values"

U.S. Department of Education Releases College Cost Lists to Help Students Make Informed Choices