National News

1. Lane closures on Macdonald-Cartier Bridge

   The Macdonald-Cartier Bridge currently has a load restriction applied to all types of vehicles.

2. Alexandra Bridge closed to motorists

   The Alexandra Bridge currently has a load restriction applied to all types of vehicles.

3. Canada condemns North Korea’s ballistic missiles launches

   Canada strongly condemns North Korea’s launches of ballistic missiles on January 27, which poses a direct threat to international and regional peace and security.

4. The Government of Canada Intends to Appoint a Special Representative on Combatting Islamophobia

   The special representative on combatting Islamophobia will be part of the Government’s unwavering commitment to tackle all forms of racism, hate and discrimination

5. Canada joins international sustainable agriculture production and food systems coalition

   Canadian farmers and producers are key drivers for advancing innovation and sustainability for our country’s agricultural and agri-food sector. As part of the Government of Canada’s approach to working in collaboration with international partners to mitigate the risks of climate change and create conditions for industry to remain competitive globally, Canada has joined the Sustainable Productivity Growth for Food Security and Resource Conservation coalition (SPG).

6. Minister Bibeau named co-chair of international meeting of agricultural ministers

   The Government of Canada understands the importance of creating a sustainable agriculture sector that benefits all Canadians and our economy, which means looking ahead to the future to find new opportunities for innovation and growth.

7. Competition Bureau preserves competition in sale of crop inputs in Lipton, Saskatchewan

   The Competition Bureau has approved ProSoils Inc. as the buyer of Blair’s Family of Companies’ retail crop input facility in Lipton, Saskatchewan. This transaction closed on January 28, 2022. In July 2021, the Bureau, Blair’s and Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL) reached an agreement that required the companies to sell the Blair’s Lipton facility, as well as two nearby anhydrous ammonia facilities, to resolve competition issues related to their proposed joint venture.

8. Statement from the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada on January 28, 2022

   On January 28, 2022, Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement on COVID-19.

9. Government of Canada to announce funding for projects that raise awareness about dementia

   The Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Health, will announce funding for projects that raise awareness about dementia through Canada’s national dementia strategy. Minister Duclos will be joined by Outremont MP Rachel Bendayan.

10. Canada supports Esk'etemc First Nation on its spiritual walk

    The Government of Canada is working with Survivors, Indigenous leaders, and affected families and communities to address historical wrongs and the lasting physical, emotional, mental and spiritual harms related to the legacy of residential schools.

11. Remarks from the Chief Public Health Officer on January 28, 2022 

    Remarks from the Chief Public Health Officer on COVID-19, January 28, 2022

12. Government of Canada to hold a news conference following National Supply Chain Summit

    The Minister of Transport, the Honourable Omar Alghabra, the Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, and the Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, the Honourable Mary Ng, will hold a news conference following a National Summit to strengthen Canada’s supply chain.

13. Canada and FCM invest in stronger asset management in Manitoba communities

    The Government of Canada is investing $1.18 million in 26 Manitoba communities through the Municipal Asset Management Program (MAMP), delivered by the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM). As Canada moves toward a strong recovery, these projects will help communities make data-driven decisions about key infrastructure and ensure long-term infrastructure performance.

14. Government of Canada provides update about Canada’s border measures

    The Government of Canada is taking a responsible, precautionary approach at the border to help protect Canadians from the global COVID-19 pandemic. As the pandemic continues to evolve, across the country and internationally, the Government of Canada will closely monitor and adjust measures at the border, as appropriate, to help keep Canadians safe.

15. Minister Wilkinson Provides Update to Canada Greener Homes Initiative, Including More Energy Advisors Coming to Manitoba

    Today, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Natural Resources, announced a $903,000 investment for the Manitoba Environmental Industries Association (MEIA). This funding, which was provided through the $10-million call for proposals to train up to an additional 2,000 energy advisors, will help recruit and train up to 90 energy advisors in Manitoba.

16. Canada Greener Homes Grant Winter 2022 Update 

    The Government of Canada launched the Canada Greener Homes initiative in May 2021 to help Canadians make energy-efficient upgrades to their homes, fight climate change and create good jobs — all while helping homeowners save on their monthly energy bills.

17. Guysborough and Cheticamp will benefit from investments to help bring people back to public spaces safely

    Canadian cities and towns flourish when they have community public spaces to promote social interaction and physical activity, and provide access to recreational programs and facilities. These amenities are integral to the overall well-being of individuals, families and communities. Our economic recovery is closely linked to the vitality of our local communities and their shared spaces.

18. Backgrounder: Guysborough and Cheticamp will benefit from investments to help bring people back to public spaces safely

    The Government of Canada invests more than $127,000 in two community shared spaces to stimulate local economies, create jobs, and improve the quality of life of Canadians.

19. James Webb Space Telescope instruments to be powered on

    On January 24, the Webb Telescope reached it's destination. It is now orbiting around the Sun at the second Lagrange point, nearly 1.5 million kilometres away from Earth. Today, the telescope's four instruments – including the Canadian Space Agency's Near-Infrared Imager and Slitless Spectograph (NIRISS) – and the Fine Guidance Sensor (FGS) will be turned on one by one. Functionality checks will be performed over the coming days.

20. CanNor announces successful applicants for Phase 1 of the Northern Food Innovation Challenge 

    CanNor has selected nine applicants to move forward and develop innovative strategies to improve food security in the territories

21. Northern Food Innovation Challenge projects announced

    The Northern Food Innovation Challenge (NFIC) is an innovative new approach to addressing socio-economic challenges in the North and Arctic, undertaken as part of CanNor’s Northern Isolated Communities Initiative (NICI) program. The objective of the Challenge is to support innovative, community-led projects for local and Indigenous food production systems to help improve food security in Canada's territories.

22. Government of Canada seeks feedback on new measures to reduce pollution from Canada’s landfills

    The Minister of Environment and Climate Change, the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, today announced the launch of consultations on two important measures to reduce methane emissions from landfills.

23. MP Hanley to Make an Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Announcement

    OTTAWA — Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for Yukon, on behalf of the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Natural Resources, will make a virtual announcement to support electric vehicle charging infrastructure.

24. Agreement reached to transfer ownership of Historic Hamilton Lighthouse and Cottage

    Hamilton, Ontario - On behalf of the Honourable Joyce Murray, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, the Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister of Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC), and the Honourable Karina Gould, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development joined Ian Hamilton, President & CEO of the Hamilton Oshawa Port Authority (HOPA Ports) to announce the conclusion of an agreement that will ensure the long-term preservation of this historic landmark.

25. Government of Canada delivers on commitment to reduce cell phone wireless plans by 25%

    Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, announced that the government has met its target three months ahead of schedule. Prices for all tracked mid-range plans have decreased by 25% compared to the benchmark prices collected in early 2020, according to the newly published data for the latest quarter of wireless pricing, which cover the period from October to December 2021.

26. Minister Bibeau and Minister MacAulay meet with United States Secretary of Agriculture Vilsack

    Today, the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau and the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, Member of Parliament for Cardigan, met with the United States Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack in Washington, where Secretary Vilsack provided clear direction to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) to proceed expeditiously with the risk analysis of exporting PEI table stock potatoes to Puerto Rico and the continental U.S.

27. Death of an inmate from Drumheller Institution

    On January 26, 2022, an inmate from Drumheller Institution died while in our custody following a serious assault in the medium security unit. The assailant has been identified and the appropriate actions have been taken. No staff members or other inmates were injured during this incident.

28. Statement of the Minister of Foreign Affairs on the 30th anniversary of Canada-Ukraine diplomatic relations

    The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement: “Thirty years ago today, Canada established diplomatic relations with Ukraine. Since then, our mutual commitment to strengthening the Canada-Ukraine friendship has never wavered.

29. Information about COVID-19 at Stony Mountain Institution

    Correctional Service Canada (CSC) advises that 23 inmates at Stony Mountain Institution in Manitoba have tested positive for COVID-19. The health and safety of our employees, inmates, and the public continue to be our top priority. We are closely monitoring the situation, and measures are in place to minimize spread of the virus within the institution.

30. The Minister of Health and Government of Canada officials to hold a news conference on coronavirus disease (January 28, 2022)

    The Minister of Health and Government of Canada officials to hold a news conference on coronavirus disease (January 28, 2022)

31. Media advisory - Montréal, Quebec

    The Samuel De Champlain Bridge will be illuminated in yellow from sunset to 1 a.m. this evening in solemn commemoration of International Holocaust Remembrance Day.

32. Jasper Indigenous Forum and Parks Canada agree on “Miette” as temporary name for Jasper National Park campground

    Jasper Indigenous Forum and Parks Canada agree on “Miette” as temporary name for Jasper National Park campground

33. Canada and Ontario support the Garden River First Nation Survivors Project

    Today, Chief Andy Rickard of Garden River First Nation; the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Crown–Indigenous Relations; and the Honourable Greg Rickford, Ontario Minister of Indigenous Affairs, are announcing funding of $1,485,770 in support of the Garden River First Nation Survivors Project to assist with this important work.

34. South Western Nova Scotia will benefit from investments to help improve tourism experiences; bring people back to public spaces safely

    Canadian cities and towns flourish when they have community public spaces to promote social interaction and physical activity, and provide access to recreational programs and facilities. These amenities are integral to the overall well-being of individuals, families and communities. Our economic recovery is closely linked to the vitality of our local communities and their shared spaces.

35. Backgrounder: South Western Nova Scotia will benefit from investments to help improve tourism experiences; bring people back to public spaces safely

    The Government of Canada invests more than $880,000 in nine community shared spaces and two tourism businesses to stimulate local economies, create jobs, boost tourism, and improve the quality of life of Canadians.

36. Indigenous Services Canada COVID-19 update -  Week of January 27, 2022

    First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities across Canada are continuing their efforts in responding to COVID-19, with support from Indigenous Services Canada (ISC).

37. Government of Canada calls for applications for funding to expand public transit

    Today, the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities, launched a call for applications for new projects that will support public transit systems across Canada. Starting today, applications to the Zero Emission Transit Fund, the Active Transportation Fund and the Rural Transit Solutions Fund will be accepted. These funds will help shorten people’s commutes, grow a strong, healthy economy, and fight climate change.

38. Canada and FCM invest in stronger asset management in Northwest Territories communities

    The Government of Canada is investing $37,440 in the Town of Hay River through the Municipal Asset Management Program (MAMP), delivered by the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM). As Canada moves toward a strong recovery, these projects will help communities make data-driven decisions about key infrastructure and ensure long-term infrastructure performance.

39. Government of Canada launches call for nominations for new Science Advisory Committee on Pest Control Products

    Government of Canada launches call for nominations for new Science Advisory Committee on Pest Control Products

40. Riverdale Community Services Society will benefit from renovations to help bring people back to public spaces safely

    Canadian cities and towns flourish when they have community public spaces to promote social interaction and physical activity, and provide access to recreational programs and facilities. These amenities are integral to the overall well-being of individuals, families and communities. Our economic recovery is closely linked to the vitality of our local communities and their shared spaces.

41. Canada and FCM invest in stronger asset management in Saskatchewan communities

    The Government of Canada is investing over $1.45 million in 38 Saskatchewan communities through the Municipal Asset Management Program (MAMP), delivered by the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM). As Canada moves toward a strong recovery, these projects will help communities make data-driven decisions about key infrastructure and ensure long-term infrastructure performance.

42. Canada Raising Awareness on Zero-Emission Vehicles in Ontario

    Today, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Natural Resources; Yasir Naqvi, MP for Ottawa Centre; and Ya’ara Saks, MP for York Centre, announced a combined investment of over $500,000 to two organizations in Ontario to support zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) awareness projects. These projects will help Canadians know about the clean options available when choosing their next vehicle.

43. Canada launches applications for $200 million fund to support pollution-cutting projects through the Low Carbon Economy Fund

    Today, the Minister of Environment and Climate Change, the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, announced that the second round of applications is open for $200 million through the Low Carbon Economy Fund’s Champions stream, which supports a wide range of local pollution cutting initiatives in communities across Canada.

44. Applications launched for $200 million fund to support pollution-cutting projects through the Low Carbon Economy Fund

    On January 27, 2022, the Government of Canada opened the second round of applications for $200 million in funding for climate action initiatives through the Government of Canada’s Low Carbon Economy Fund Champions stream.

45. NFB kicks off Black History Month with the launch of Michèle Stephenson’s award-winning feature doc Stateless on NFB.ca. Films and online activities honour and celebrate the enormous contributions of Black Canadians.

    The National Film Board of Canada (NFB) is offering several online activities to celebrate Black History Month. With a focus this year on “Black Health and Wellness,” Black History Month begins in February and goes beyond as we celebrate today and every day throughout the year.

46. Statement on International Holocaust Remembrance Day

    The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement: “On this day, we remember the more than 6 million Jewish children, women and men who were murdered during the Holocaust.

47. Government of Canada to announce support for organizations in Guysborough, Cheticamp

    Mike Kelloway, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard and Member of Parliament for Cape Breton – Canso, will make two virtual announcements regarding support for two community organizations.

48. Canada announces strengthening of trade relations with Ukraine

    Today, on the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Canada and Ukraine, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, joined by Arif Virani, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, and Yvan Baker, Chair of the Canada-Ukraine Parliamentary Friendship Group, met with Yulia Svyrydenko, Ukraine’s First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy, where they committed to further strengthening bilateral relations through trade.

49. Call for proposals: Indigenous women and 2SLGBTQQIA+ organizations to further address gender-based violence

    The National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls highlighted the underlying systemic causes of ongoing violence against Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people. Further, the COVID-19 pandemic has created unprecedented challenges for victims seeking help and the frontline organizations that support them.

50. Minister Hajdu and Indigenous Services Canada officials to provide an update on COVID-19 in Indigenous communities

    Please be advised that the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, Dr. Evan Adams, Deputy Chief Medical Officer of Public Health, and Patrick Boucher, Senior Assistant Deputy Minister of the First Nations and Inuit Health Branch, will hold a news conference to provide an update on coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Indigenous communities.