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100

Where are HICC physical offices located throughout Canada?

To date, HICC has secured physical office locations in Ottawa, Montréal, Halifax, Vancouver, and Edmonton.

100

We promote the peaceful use and development of space, advance the knowledge of space through science, and ensure that space science and technology provide social and economic benefits for Canadians.

Canadian Space Agency

100

What year was NPSW created?

 1992

100

A federal institution within the Public Services and Procurement Canada portfolio. It supports the Government of Canada in its efforts to serve you and communicate with you in both official languages, Indigenous languages, foreign languages as well as sign languages.

Translation Bureau

100

What department does ISED stand for?

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada

200

What does ATIS stand for?

Advanced Traveller Information Systems

200

Which department is this: Administers tax, benefits, and related programs for the Government of Canada and for most provinces and territories. 

CRA (Canada Revenue Agency)

200

When did Infrastructure Canada (INFC) officially became the Department of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities (HICC) ? 

Required: Month and Year, DOUBLE POINTS for day

June 20 2024

200

____ is responsible for the overall stewardship of the Canadian economy. This includes preparing the annual federal budget, as well as advising the Government on economic and fiscal matters, tax and tariff policy, social measures, security issues, financial stability and Canada’s international commitments.

Department of Finance Canada

200

What department does PC stand for?

Parks Canada

300

What does RTPI stand for?

Real-Time Passenger Information

300

Which department is this: Protecting and conserving our natural heritage, predicting weather and environmental conditions, preventing and managing pollution, promoting clean growth and a sustainable environment for present and future generations. 

Environment and Climate Change Canada

300

What does PKM stand for?

Passenger Kilometres

300

___ works to improve the standard of living and quality of life for all Canadians. We do this by promoting a labour force that is highly skilled. We also promote an efficient and inclusive labour market.

Employment and Social Development Canada

300

What department does IRB stand for?

Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada

400

QC/ATL or ONT: What does SLS stand for?

West or ESC: What does GO RER stand for?

Surrey–Langley SkyTrain

GO Transit Regional Express Rail (now GO Expansion)

400

Which department is this: We define, shape and advance Canada’s interests and values in a complex global environment. We manage diplomatic relations, promote international trade and provide consular assistance. We lead international development, humanitarian, and peace and security assistance efforts. We also contribute to national security and the development of international law.

Global Affairs Canada

400

HICC’s AI Framework sets the path for the responsible use of AI, including the use of popular Generative AI (GenAI) tools like ChatGPT and Gemini. Presently, HICC is exploring two offerings of GenAI tool called:

  1. Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat 
  2. Microsoft Copilot Pilot
400

____ helps to ensure healthy and sustainable aquatic ecosystems through habitat protection and sound science. We support economic growth in the marine and fisheries sectors, and innovation in areas such as aquaculture and biotechnology. 

Fisheries and Oceans Canada

400

What department does TCC stand for?

Tax Court of Canada

500

QC/ATL or ONT: What does BLRT stand for?

West or ESC: What does FG LRT stand for?

BLRT  Broadway Subway Line (extension of Millennium Line)

Finch West LRT (Finch Go)  

500

What department is this: The __ provides leadership to enhance the vitality of Canada's dairy industry for the benefit of Canadians. 

Canadian Dairy Commission

500

How many departments are in the federal government (+/- 5)? Not including crown corporations and special operating agencies

(DOUBLE POINTS IF CAN GUESS BOTH WITH AND WITHOUT CROWN CORPORATIONS AND SPECIAL OPERATING AGENCIES)

Approx 130 without crown corporations and special operating agencies

With crown corporations and special operating agencies, 213

500

___ provides advice to the Prime Minister, the Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs and Cabinet on federal-provincial-territorial relations, the evolution of our Federation and Canadian unity. 

The Intergovernmental Affairs Secretariat

500

What department does OHSTC stand for?

Occupational Health and Safety Tribunal Canada