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Government of Canada to deliver more inclusive early learning and child care in Quebec
The Honourable Pablo Rodriguez, Minister of Transport, and the Honourable Soraya Martinez Ferrada, Minister of Tourism and Minister responsible for CED, will announce funding to support inclusive child care across the province through the Government of Canada’s Early Learning and Child Care Infrastructure Fund. -
Government of Canada to make an announcement supporting living environments that encourage physical activity in Quebec City
The Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Public Services and Procurement, on behalf of the Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health, and the Honourable Carla Qualtrough, Minister of Sport and Physical Activity, will announce funding for a community project driven by Nature Québec to promote healthy living and physical activity. -
Minister Petitpas Taylor to announce support for Veterans and their families in Edmonton
The Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, will highlight new funding for the Veteran and Family Well-Being Fund. -
Government of Canada to deliver more inclusive early learning and child care in Saskatchewan
The Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, and the Honourable Kamal Khera, Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, along with the Honourable Jeremy Cockrill, Minister of Education for Saskatchewan, will announce measures to support inclusive child care across Saskatchwean. -
Death of an inmate from Collins Bay Institution
On May 10, 2024, Rock Ravary, an inmate from Collins Bay Institution, died while in our custody of apparent natural causes. -
Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Happy Valley-Goose Bay
Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Yvonne Jones, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Northern Affairs and to the Minister of National Defence (Northern Defence) and Member of Parliament for Labrador, and His Worship George Andrews, Mayor of the Town of Happy Valley-Goose Bay. -
Government of Canada to host commemorative event at Beechwood Cemetery in lead-up to the 80th anniversary of D-Day and the Battle of Normandy
Marie-France Lalonde, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of National Defence, on behalf of the Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, will attend a commemorative event jointly hosted by Veterans Affairs Canada and Beechwood National Cemetery, with Veterans of the Second World War in attendance. -
Governments of Canada and British Columbia to make a key announcement to lower home heating and cooling bills across the province
Media representatives are advised that the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, and the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, will make a key announcement on home heating and cooling for the province -
Federal and provincial governments shore up flood defences in Richmond
Richmond is getting strengthened flood protection infrastructure to reduce the risks from rising sea levels, increasingly severe storms, and climate change, after a combined investment of $13 million from the federal and provincial governments and the City of Richmond. -
Lloyd Longfield to announce new investments in Canadian field crop research
Lloyd Longfield, Member of Parliament for Guelph, will announce new investments in Canadian field crop research to address climate change, advance economic growth and support resiliency of the sector. -
Parliamentary Secretary Badawey announces funding for Ontario Tender Fruit Growers to develop climate resilient fruit varieties
Canadian farmers produce a wide range of fruits, including apples and tender fruit like peaches, pears, and apricots, that contribute steadily to Canada’s economy—with most of Canada’s tender fruit and apples grown in Ontario. -
Government of Canada announces $3.5 million to honour the legacy of Newfoundlanders and Labradorians who served in uniform
Memorials in Canada and around the world are silent but powerful reminders of the eternal debt of gratitude we owe to the selfless dedication of our service members. -
Infrastructure Announcement in Sydney
Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Jaime Battiste, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Member of Parliament for Sydney–Victoria, Her Worship Amanda McDougall, Mayor of the Cape Breton Regional Municipality, and Stephanie Johnstone-Laurette, Chair of the Washbrook Greenway Coalition. -
Government of Canada supports Artisanex in modernizing its production line
East Angus business receives $220,000 in financial assistance from CED to improve its productivity through digitization. -
Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Richmond
Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Parm Bains, Member of Parliament for Steveston-Richmond East; Wilson Miao, Member of Parliament for Richmond Centre; Kelly Greene, Member of the Legislative Assembly for Richmond-Steveston; and His Worship, Malcolm Brodie, Mayor for the City of Richmond. -
Community Futures British Columbia receives $3.9M to support rural businesses
Businesses in rural British Columbia play a pivotal role in a strong and diversified economy by supporting families, creating jobs, and creating thriving communities. Community Future British Columbia (CFBC), along with its 34 member offices, understands the needs of these businesses well. -
Governor in Council selection processes open for the Employment Insurance Board of Appeal
Today, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages Randy Boissonnault announced that the Governor in Council has launched selection processes to identify a diverse group of qualified Canadians to join the new Employment Insurance Board of Appeal as Governor in Council appointees. Candidates have until June 20, 2024, to apply using the Governor in Council appointments website. -
Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Saskatchewan Penitentiary– maximum security unit
On May 7, 2024, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized in the maximum security unit at Saskatchewan Penitentiary. -
Assault of an inmate at Kent Institution
On May 3, 2024, an inmate was the victim of an assault at Kent Institution, a maximum-security federal institution. -
Government of Canada to Make a Clean Transportation Announcement for Prince Edward Island
Sean Casey, Member of Parliament for Charlottetown, on behalf of the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Canada’s Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, alongside the Honourable Steven Myers, Prince Edward Island’s Minister of Environment, Energy and Climate Action, will make a funding announcement on clean transportation for the province. Media availability will follow. -
Government of Canada launches new call for proposals to increase the production of alternate format materials for persons with print disabilities
All Canadians deserve equal access to programs, services and supports. The Government of Canada is committed to investing in programs that help remove barriers to accessibility, increase inclusion, and empower persons with disabilities to fully engage in their communities. -
Backgrounder: Minister Sajjan celebrates Economic Development Week and announces over $3.7 million for British Columbians
To mark Economic Development Week, the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada (PacifiCan), announced over $3.7 million in PacifiCan funding for four projects across British Columbia. -
Minister Sajjan celebrates Economic Development Week and announces over $3.7 million for British Columbians
To mark Economic Development Week, the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada (PacifiCan), announced over $3.7 million in PacifiCan funding for four projects across British Columbia. -
Naicatchewenin First Nation, Canada and Ontario reach settlement agreement on Treaty 3 flooding claim
The Government of Canada and the Province of Ontario are working to renew the relationships between the Crown and Indigenous Peoples in Canada based on the affirmation of rights, respect, co-operation, and partnership. -
Government of Canada to announce funding to support competitiveness and resiliency in the tender fruit sector
Vance Badawey, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Transport and Member of Parliament for Niagara Centre, and Chris Bittle, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities and Member of Parliament for St. Catharines, on behalf of the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, will announce funding to help tender fruit producers reduce their environmental impact while staying competitive. -
Northern Yacht Club sets sail with significant upgrades
Federal investment helps upgrade dock, power, and water services infrastructure in North Sydney -
Government of Canada helps to improve women’s economic participation in male-dominated industries
The Honourable Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, announced $924,370 over two and a half years to Build a Dream to Empower Women (Build a Dream) for their project Supporting Women’s Access to Employment, Retention, Advancement in Male Dominated Fields. -
Invitation to media – The Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau to visit Cantons-de-l’Est SME Artisanex’s facilities
The media are invited to participate in a tour of Artisanex along with the Honourable Marie Claude Bibeau, Minister of National Revenue. -
Last opportunity for media accreditation for 80th anniversary of D-Day and the Battle of Normandy in France
An official Government of Canada delegation will participate in a series of events in Normandy, France, from June 4-9 to mark the 80th anniversary of D-Day and the Battle of Normandy. -
Indigenous Services Canada announces 2024 recipients of Award of Excellence in Nursing
Today, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services Canada, congratulated three nurses who embody these significant qualities as the recipients of the 2024 Award of Excellence in Nursing -
Minister MacAulay announces re-appointment to Farm Credit Canada’s Board of Directors
Today, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced the re-appointment of Jane Halford as Chairperson of Farm Credit Canada's (FCC) Board of Directors. -
Federal government partners with Indigenous Peoples in Timiskaming District
The federal government is investing in green and inclusive retrofits for Indigenous education facilities in Kirkland Lake and Temiskaming Shores to convert land in Kirkland Lake into a food forest. Announced by MP Anthony Rota and Bertha Cormier, Executive Director of the Temiskaming Native Women’s Support Group (TNWSG), these projects will receive almost $6 million from the Green and Inclusive Community Buildings (GICB) program and $250,000 from the Natural Infrastructure Fund. -
Backgrounder: Federal government partners with Indigenous Peoples in Timiskaming District
The federal government is investing in green and inclusive retrofits for Indigenous education facilities in Kirkland Lake and Temiskaming Shores to convert land in Kirkland Lake into a food forest. -
Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan invest $25 million in agriculture researchers
Today, Canada’s Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Lawrence MacAulay and Saskatchewan’s Minister of Agriculture David Marit announced $25 million to support 15 strategic research chairs at the University of Saskatchewan’s (USask) College of Agriculture and Bioresources through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership. -
Environment and Climate Change Canada hosts Blainville radar media tour and media availability with Minister Guilbeault
Media representatives are advised of a tour of the weather radar site located in Blainville, Quebec, one of 32 new state-of-the-art radar stations across Canada. Following the tour, the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, will hold a media availability. -
Minister Boissonnault to announce launch of selection processes for EI Board of Appeal
Minister Boissonnault to announce launch of selection processes for EI Board of Appeal -
Ministers Sajjan, Guilbeault, Wilkinson, and Parliamentary Secretary Romanado to Provide an Update on the 2024 Wildfire Season
Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, President of the King’s Privy Council for Canada and Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, and Sherry Romanado, Parliamentary Secretary to the President of the King’s Privy Council for Canada and Minister of Emergency Preparedness, as they provide an update on the forecast for the 2024 wildfire season. -
Government of Canada to make an announcement on investments to help lower greenhouse gas emissions in Ontario
Media representatives are advised that Adam van Koeverden, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Environment and Climate Change, will make an announcement on behalf of the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, on investments to help lower greenhouse gas emissions in Ontario. -
Government of Canada Releases New Report Showing the Impacts of Climate Change and Necessity of Indigenous-Led Climate Change Adaptation
The Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced the release of the For Our Future: Indigenous Resilience Report, the first Indigenous-led report that draws on Indigenous knowledge, perspectives and experiences to explore multidimensional and intersecting aspects of climate change impacts and adaptation. -
Readout: Canada and Germany’s Housing Ministers meet in Ottawa to discuss common goals
The Honourable Sean Fraser and the Honorable Klara Geywitz met in Ottawa to discuss mutual priorities and opportunities for collaboration between Canada and Germany on the topics of housing and infrastructure. As members of the Group of Seven (G7), they also discussed the ongoing work around sustainable urban policies that help promote the growth of livable cities. -
The federal and provincial governments invest in ventilation improvements at Belvedere Heights
The federal and provincial governments are investing over $365,000 to improve ventilation at the Belvedere Heights long-term care home. This was announced by the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities; the Honourable Stan Cho, Ontario Minister of Long-Term Care; and Kami Johnston, Administrator of Belvedere Heights -
The Government of Canada and the City of Montreal invest in the planting of over 200,000 trees in Montreal’s East End
The health and quality of life of Montreal's East End residents will be improved thanks to a joint investment by the federal government and the City of Montreal of up to $67 million to support the extensive planting of trees and shrubs. -
Release of 2023 Public Report
Ottawa, Ontario (May 7, 2024) - The Director of the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS), David Vigneault, issued the following statement regarding the CSIS 2023 Public Report released today: -
Agriculture student scholarship recipients announced in Saskatchewan
Today, Saskatchewan students pursuing a post-secondary education in agriculture were awarded scholarships from the federal and provincial governments. -
Minister MacAulay announces new investment in mental health support for producers
To mark Mental Health Week, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced an investment of up to $1.08 million for the Canadian Centre for Agricultural Wellbeing (CCAW) through the AgriCompetitiveness Program, an initiative under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership. -
Death of an inmate from Archambault Institution
On May 3, 2024, Réal Langlais, an inmate from Archambault Institution, died while in our custody of apparent natural causes. -
Celebrating Indigenous Nurses during National Nursing Week
Today, on Indigenous Nurses Day and at the start of National Nursing Week, we celebrate the unique perspectives, contributions, and dedication that Indigenous nurses—like Lindsay—bring to our healthcare system in communities and across the country. -
British Columbia Student Wins National Video Contest
Today, the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) announced the winners of the national 2024 Focus on Safety Youth Video Contest during the national launch of Safety and Health Week. -
Minister Champagne concludes visit to Nebraska as part of Team Canada mission
Trip focused on state’s close trading, investment and national security relationship -
Protecting the Whitehorse Escarpment and Robert Service Way from the impacts of climate change
The Whitehorse Escarpment is experiencing the impacts of climate change and affecting the lives of Yukoners. To mitigate the effects of groundwater seepage causing landslides, the federal government is investing more than $45 million.