National News

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  1. Statement by Minister St-Onge on next steps for the Online News Act

    Thanks to the Online News Act, Canada’s news organizations are expected to see substantial financial support

  2. Canada announces first major investment tax credit project to create good jobs

    Today, the Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, announced that Canada’s major investment tax credits are enabling Dow to build the world's first net-zero emissions ethylene cracker and derivatives site in Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta. She was joined by the Chair and CEO of Dow, Jim Fitterling, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, and the Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages.

  3. Government of Canada to announce launch of 9-8-8: Suicide Crisis Helpline

    The Honourable Ya'ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health will launch the 9-8-8 service, which will provide people in Canada with access to mental health crisis and suicide prevention support.

  4. Minister of Labour to provide an Economic Update at the Empire Club of Canada

    The Minister of Labour, Seamus O’Regan, will be in Toronto, Ontario to deliver remarks and participate in a discussion on the state of labour relations in Canada, and how business, labour and government can work together to address structural changes in the labour market and grow the economy.

  5. The Government of Canada reaches a tentative agreement for the Research (RE) group

    The Government of Canada has reached a tentative agreement with the Professional Institute of the Public Service of Canada (PIPSC), for the Research (RE) group.

  6. Annual Closure of Canadian Coast Guard Seasonal Search and Rescue Stations in Quebec

    The Canadian Coast Guard’s seasonal search and rescue stations in Québec, Tadoussac, Kegaska, Rivière-au-Renard and Havre-Saint-Pierre are now closed. The Cap-aux-Meules station will close on December 31, 2023.

  7. Minister Joly to speak with media following her recent participation at NATO

    The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will hold a virtual press conference to discuss her recent trip to Brussels to attend the NATO meeting.

  8. Microbrasserie Les grands bois receives $730,000 in support

    The governments of Canada and Quebec are granting a total of $730,000 in financial assistance to brewing cooperative Microbrasserie Les grands bois as part of an expansion project with an estimated value of $2 million.

  9. G7 Foreign Ministers’ statement on the situation in Israel and Gaza

    We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union, welcome the release of some of the hostages seized on October 7, 2023, by Hamas and other terrorist organizations and the recent pause in hostilities that has allowed a surge in humanitarian assistance to reach Palestinian civilians in Gaza. We, as the G7, urge the release of all hostages immediately and unconditionally. We call for the facilitated departure of all foreign nationals. We emphasize Israel’s right to defend itself and its people, in accordance with international law, as it seeks to prevent a recurrence of the October 7 attacks.

  10. Supporting efforts for sustainable peace and security in Africa

    On November 27 and 28, 2023, Parliamentary Secretary Rob Oliphant represented Canada at the Dakar International Forum on Peace and Security in Africa, where he reaffirmed Canada’s commitment to collaborative approaches to addressing security challenges.

  11. Parliamentary Secretary Oliphant concludes participation in Dakar International Forum on Peace and Security in Africa

    The Honourable Rob Oliphant, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, today concluded his visit to Senegal, where he led Canada’s delegation at the Dakar International Forum on Peace and Security in Africa on November 27 and 28, 2023.

  12. Government of Canada to support projects aimed at helping prevent and decrease substance use-related harms among young people

    Communities across the country have been touched by the unrelenting and tragic toxic drug and overdose crisis. The Government of Canada continues to take urgent action to help save lives and prevent harms from the toxic illegal drug supply as we work towards an end to this national public health crisis.

  13. Samuel De Champlain Bridge: Special Illumination for the national tribute ceremony to Karl Tremblay

    This evening, the Samuel De Champlain Bridge will be lit up in blue and white from sunset to 1:00 a.m. for the national tribute ceremony to Les Cowboys Fringants singer Karl Tremblay and to recognize his great contribution to Quebec and French-Canadian culture.

  14. Canada allocates additional funding for partners responding to the humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip, West Bank and neighbouring areas

    Today, the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, announced that Canada is allocating the remaining $16.2 million in funding, from the already announced $60 million, for humanitarian assistance to address needs stemming from the crisis in the Gaza Strip, the West Bank and neighbouring areas. This funding supports United Nations and Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement appeals and will help Canada’s partners provide food, water, emergency medical assistance, protection services, relief items and other life-saving assistance. The funds are being allocated as follows:

  15. Remarks by the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance to the Standing Committee on Finance on Bill C-56, the Affordable Housing and Groceries Act

    This legislation is part of our government’s economic plan, which is about building an economy that works for everyone—with good jobs that people can count on.

  16. Joint statement in the field of civil nuclear energy between The Government of Canada and The Government of the French Republic

    Canada and the French Republic share common visions of safe and secure global economic and energy systems.

  17. Government of Canada announces legislation to make life more affordable, build more homes, and create good jobs for Canadians

    Today, the Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, tabled the Notice of Ways and Means Motion to introduce the Fall Economic Statement Implementation Act, 2023.

  18. Assault of an inmate at Atlantic Institution

    On November 23, 2023, an inmate was the victim of an assault at Atlantic Institution, a maximum security federal institution.

  19. CANCELLED: Minister Wilkinson to Make a Green Buildings and Energy Efficiency Announcement

    The Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, will join the Federation of Canadian Municipalities and the Greater Victoria Housing Society to make a funding announcement to support energy efficiency for buildings across Victoria, British Columbia. This announcement follows the publication of the 2023 Fall Economic Statement, which prioritized housing and building a clean economy.

  20. Federal government announces housing and transit investments in Manitoba 

    A federal investment of $348,161 will help repair affordable apartments and emergency homeless units in Brandon. The investment will also help Ste. Rose and District Handi-Van, the Town of Carberry and the Municipality of North Cypress – Langford purchase new accessible vehicles for public transit.

  21. Lockdown and search at Mission Institution – Medium-security unit

    On November 24, 2023, a lockdown was put in place in the medium-security unit at Mission Institution, to enable staff members to conduct an exceptional search.

  22. Opening Statement to the Standing Committee on Finance

    Remarks from Matthew Boswell, Commissioner of Competition - Standing Committee on Finance - November 27, 2023 - Ottawa, Ontario

  23. Seizures of contraband and unauthorized items at Cowansville Institution

    On November 22, 2023, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Cowansville Institution, a medium-security federal institution.

  24. 2022–2023 Annual Report of the Office of the Taxpayers' Ombudsperson: Emphasis on the Taxpayer Bill of Rights

    OTTAWA, November 28, 2023 - Today, Canada’s Taxpayers’ Ombudsperson, Mr. François Boileau, released his annual report, Upholding Your Rights, which was tabled earlier today in the House of Commons by Ms. Iqra Khalid, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of National Revenue. The report provides an overview of the activities of the Office of the Taxpayers’ Ombudsperson (OTO) between April 1, 2022, and March 31, 2023.

  25. Government of Canada to hold a technical briefing on Canada’s priorities, objectives, and planned activities for COP28

    Media representatives are advised that departmental officials from the Government of Canada will hold a bilingual technical briefing regarding Canada’s priorities, objectives, and planned activities for the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28)

  26. Enhancing mental health supports for farmers and ranchers

    Farm families have improved access to mental health services and resources thanks to more support for the AgKnow Alberta Farm Mental Health Network.

  27. Canada signs deal to refurbish CANDU reactor at Cernavoda Nuclear Power Plant in Romania

    The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, today announced the signing, at the World Nuclear Exhibition, in Paris, of a 3-way contract between the Canadian Commercial Corporation, Societatea Națională Nuclearelectrica SA and AtkinsRéalis to support the work to extend the life of the Unit 1 CANDU reactor at the Cernavoda Nuclear Power Plant, in Romania.

  28. Parks Canada’s Hometown Heroes honours Commander (ret’d) Rowland Marshall and Lieutenant Commander (ret’d) Sherry Richardson

    Parks Canada’s Hometown Heroes honours Commander (ret’d) Rowland Marshall and Lieutenant Commander (ret’d) Sherry Richardson.

  29. Government of Canada to hold technical briefing on the next phase of the government's economic plan

    Senior officials from the Government of Canada will hold a bilingual technical briefing on the next phase of the government’s economic plan.

  30. Death of an inmate from Kent Institution

    On November 25, 2023, Dale Ahpay, an inmate from Kent Institution, died while in our custody.

  31. The Procurement Ombud releases his 2022-23 Annual Report

    Federal Procurement Ombud Alexander Jeglic released his Annual Report for 2022-23, which was tabled in Parliament by the Minister of Public Services and Procurement, the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos on October 16, 2023.

  32. Minister Beech Highlights Clean Economy Initiatives in Edmonton

    Today, the Honourable Terry Beech, Minister of Citizens' Services, met with groups in Edmonton to discuss how the government’s economic plan will build a robust, clean economy, as part of the 2023 Fall Economic Statement.

  33. Minister Guilbeault leads the Canadian delegation to the UN Climate Change Conference (COP28) to push for ambitious climate action

    The Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, is leading the Canadian delegation to the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from November 30 to December 12, 2023. At COP28, Canada will work with partners to accelerate global efforts to keep the Paris Agreement goal of limiting warming to 1.5 ºC within reach and avoid the most catastrophic impacts of climate change.

  34. Funding available to support First Nations, Inuit and Métis documentary heritage projects

    Library and Archives Canada’s new funding cycle of its Listen, Hear Our Voices initiative is now open. First Nations, Inuit and Métis organizations striving to digitize and preserve language and culture materials and build digitization and preservation capacity for their communities are welcome to apply by January 30, 2024.

  35. Remarks by the Deputy Prime Minister on new measures to build more housing, faster, in Toronto

    We’ll keep working—day after day, week after week, month after month, and year after year—to build the homes that Torontonians—and all Canadians—need, expect, and deserve.

  36. Statement by Minister Qualtrough on the Closing of the Santiago 2023 Parapan American Games

    The Honourable Carla Qualtrough, Minister of Sport and Physical Activity, celebrates Team Canada’s accomplishments as the Santiago 2023 Parapan American Games conclude.

  37. Parliamentary Secretary Oliphant to travel to Africa to advance peace and security efforts

    The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Robert Oliphant, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, will represent Canada at the Dakar International Forum on Peace and Security in Africa, from November 27 and 28, 2023.

  38. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Brandon

    Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Chris Bittle, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities and Member of Parliament for St. Catharines, and His Worship Jeff Fawcett, Mayor of Brandon.

  39. Minister Guilbeault highlights the 2023 Fall Economic Statement, the next phase of the federal government’s economic plan to build more housing and support Canadians with their energy bills

    Today, the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, highlighted new measures in the Government’s 2023 Fall Economic Statement that take further action to support more Canadians in affording a home, while helping them to reduce their household energy bills.

  40. Minister Ng to advance Canada’s energy security, climate and trade objectives in Paris

    Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, announced she will participate in the World Nuclear Exhibition, Conférence de Paris and Enlit Europe Forum on November 28 and 29, 2023, in Paris, France.

  41. Statement by Minister Khera on Gurpurab, Guru Nanak’s birthday

    Today, the Honourable Kamal Khera, Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, issued a statement on the anniversary of the birth of Guru Nanak

  42. Minister Joly to travel to Brussels, Belgium, to attend the NATO Foreign Ministers’ Meeting

    The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will be travelling to Brussels, Belgium from November 27 to 29 to attend a meeting of the NATO Foreign Affairs Ministers. In Brussels, Minister Joly will meet with her counterparts from NATO countries to discuss shared priorities and reaffirm Canada’s commitment to addressing key global security challenges.

  43. Statement on 15th anniversary of terrorist attacks in Mumbai

    “Today, we sadly recall the violent terrorist attacks that unfolded over four tragic days in November 2008 in several locations across Mumbai. Hundreds of innocent people lost their lives and many more were injured. Two Canadians were killed during the attack..."

  44. Federal government supports 10 new crisis detox beds in downtown Winnipeg 

    The retrofitting of two buildings will create detox services at Lighthouse Mission, after an investment of more than $2.3 million from the federal government

  45. Statement by Minister of Foreign Affairs Mélanie Joly and Minister of International Development Ahmed Hussen on International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women

    “Today, as the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence international campaign begins, we are reaffirming Canada’s unwavering commitment to eliminating all forms of violence against women and girls..."

  46. Federal Cabinet ministers issue statement to urge collective action to end gender-based violence in Canada

    The Honourable Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, supported by federal cabinet ministers* issued this statement today to urge collective, whole-of-society action to end gender-based violence and to commemorate the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and the beginning of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence.

  47. Government of Canada launches consultation on legislative amendments to counter foreign interference in Canada

    Today, the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Public Safety, Democratic Institutions and Intergovernmental Affairs, and the Honourable Arif Virani, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, launched additional public consultations on foreign interference.

  48. Foreign Interference and Canada

    The Government of Canada defines foreign interference (FI) as malign activities undertaken by foreign states, or those acting on their behalf, to advance their own strategic objectives to the detriment of Canada’s national interests.

  49. Minister Beech highlights how the Fall Economic Statement makes life more affordable for Manitoba families

    Today, the Honourable Terry Beech, Minister of Citizens' Services, met with community members in Winnipeg to discuss how the government’s economic plan is making life more affordable for Canadians, as part of the 2023 Fall Economic Statement.

  50. Canadian Navigable Waters Act: Crawley Creek bridge repair

    Public Services and Procurement Canada hereby gives notice that an application has been made to the Minister of Transport, pursuant to the Canadian Navigable Waters Act, for approval of the work described herein and its site and plans.