National News

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  1. Waterloo Region organizations to support local businesses and entrepreneurs to boost Canadian solutions in clean technology and advanced manufacturing

    Government of Canada investing nearly $9 million to support over 130 businesses in the region

  2. Survivors of the Former Kamloops Indian Residential School, Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc and the Government of Canada mark the national historic significance of the Kamloops Indian Residential School 

    Located on the north bank of the South Thompson River at the foot of Sqeq7é7em (Mounts Peter and Paul), the former Kamloops Indian Residential School opened in 1890 as the Kamloops Industrial School and closed in 1978.

  3. Government of Canada invests in growth of two MRC de Pontiac tourism organizations

    CED grants a total of nearly $300,000 in financial contributions to Wildwood Nature Escape Inc. and Chutes Coulonge.

  4. Unique Handcrafted Products Gain Popularity

    The Government of Canada is helping a Cape Breton company scale up, modernize and showcase the region’s renowned craftsmanship.

  5. Government of Canada invests in infrastructure projects in British Columbia and Alberta to connect communities and regions across the country

    Strong supply chains are essential to making life cost less for Canadians. That’s why the Government of Canada is investing in projects that will drive economic growth, while making our supply chains more resilient and adaptable in the face of climate change.

  6. MP McLeod to announce funding for community infrastructure to boost tourism

    Michael McLeod, Member of Parliament for the Northwest Territories, on behalf of the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs and Minister responsible for CanNor, will announce support for the Town of Hay River’s golf course and campground improvement project.

  7. Government of Canada investing $1,041,192 to support economic development in Atikameksheng Anishnawbek

    Marc G. Serré, Member of Parliament for Nickel Belt and Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministers of Energy and Natural Resources and Official Languages, today announced a FedNor investment of $1,041,192 to support three strategic initiatives that will benefit businesses, families and individuals in Atikameksheng Anishnawbek.

  8. Government of Canada funds 14 projects in the Yukon through the New Horizons for Seniors Program

    Canadians deserve to age with dignity. That comes down to choice, affordability, inclusion, and community. The New Horizons for Seniors Program creates those opportunities for seniors to be more connected, supported and active members of their communities.

  9. Minister Duguid announces federal investments to accelerate business growth in Edmonton

    More than $6.7 million through PrairiesCan will bolster the capacity of local firms to scale-up and bring innovative solutions to market

  10. End of lockdown at Beaver Creek Institution

    The lockdown put in place at Beaver Creek Institution on February 5, 2025, has ended and the exceptional search has been completed. The institution has continued with its normal operations and visits have resumed.

  11. Statement on International Day Against the Use of Child Soldiers

    The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs; the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development; and the Honourable Bill Blair, Minister of National Defence, today issued the following statement:

  12. Assault of an inmate at Kent Institution

    On February 9, 2025, an inmate was the victim of an assault at Kent Institution, a maximum-security federal institution.

  13. Seven Waterloo region businesses to scale and grow with support from the Government of Canada

    Today, the Honourable Ruby Sahota, Minister of Democratic Institutions and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), announced an investment of over $9 million to support seven Waterloo region companies to grow and scale.

  14. Government of Canada supports Waterloo Region businesses to scale-up and grow

    Waterloo Region is home to a vibrant innovation ecosystem, comprised of world-leading manufacturing, tech and AI companies. The Government of Canada is dedicated to driving growth in regions like Kitchener, Waterloo, and Cambridge, supporting companies and entrepreneurs as they develop and launch cutting-edge, Canadian-made technologies. This commitment fuels innovation, accelerates job creation, and strengthens our economy for the benefit of all Canadians.

  15. Greening the Diesel-Powered Industry in Newfoundland and Labrador

    Today, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, along with the Honourable Joanne Thompson and the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, announced $2.7 million in funding through the Green Industrial Facilities and Manufacturing Program (GIFMP) to Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro. This funding will help expand the takeCHARGE Isolated Communities Energy Efficiency Program (ICEEP) for manufacturing facilities, primarily fish plants, in isolated communities across the province. The ICEEP program will serve to lower participating customers’ electricity bills and reduce pollution from diesel-powered generation.

  16. Minister Joly announces support for digital security of human rights defenders

    The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Global Affairs Canada will provide $1.8 million in funding to Access Now for its project Counteracting Transnational Repression and Protecting Society in the Digital Age. This project aims to increase the safety and security of civil society actors and human rights defenders, with a focus on communities impacted by transnational repression.

  17. Minister MacKinnon to announce support for skilled trade apprentices in the Atlantic region

    The Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Labour, Steven MacKinnon, will be in Nova Scotia to announce funding to recruit and train more skilled trade apprentices.

  18. Government of Canada to Announce Funding  to Support Wildfire Prevention and Mitigation

    MONCTON — The Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, President of the Treasury Board, on behalf of the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, will make a funding announcement to support wildfire prevention and mitigation in New Brunswick. A media availability will follow.

  19. Canada and Ukraine join forces to Support Veterans

    Both countries will share knowledge and best practices to help Veterans and their families

  20. The Government of Canada is reducing emissions at British Columbia ports

    Today, the Minister of Transport and Internal Trade, the Honourable Anita Anand, announced up to $35.5 million in funding for three projects based in British Columbia to invest in commercially available clean technology and infrastructure for ports. This funding, provided under the Green Shipping Corridor Program, will:

  21. Green Shipping Corridor Program – Funding for projects in British Columbia

    Three projects based in British Columbia are funded under the Green Shipping Corridor Program’s Clean Ports stream. Overall, these projects focus on shore power solutions.

  22. Seizures of contraband and unauthorized items at Warkworth Institution

    Between January 25 and February 5, 2025, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Warkworth Institution, a medium security federal institution.

  23. Minister Joly launches Standing Table on Human Rights

    The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the launch of Canada’s first Minister of Foreign Affairs’ Standing Table on Human Rights.

  24. Governments of Canada and Quebec invest over $1 million to improve public transit in Lévis

    The Government of Canada and the Government of Quebec announce a joint investment of $1,087,075 for the Société de Transport de Lévis (ST Lévis) to carry out six projects aimed at improving infrastructure and rolling stock maintenance, as well as paratransit management.

  25. Minister Blair to travel to Europe to participate in meetings with Allies and reaffirm Canada’s commitment to NATO and Euro-Atlantic security

    The Honourable Bill Blair, Minister of National Defence, will travel to Europe from February 12 to 16, 2025. During his visit, the Minister will meet with Allies and partners to discuss issues of shared interest and advance Euro-Atlantic security priorities.

  26. Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Stony Mountain Institution

    As a result of the vigilance of staff members, packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Stony Mountain Institution, a multi-level security federal institution.

  27. Minister David McGuinty to visit Lansdowne port of entry in Ontario

    Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable David McGuinty, Minister of Public Safety, while he visits the Lansdowne port of entry, in Ontario.

  28. Backgrounder: Cape Breton poised for year-round tourism growth

    Tourism boosts local economies, highlights unique attractions, and celebrates the region's rich culture. The Government of Canada recognizes this potential and is investing to help seven organizations and the Village of Baddeck seize new growth opportunities.

  29. Cape Breton poised for year-round tourism growth

    To help showcase the region’s beauty and culture to the world and attract more visitors, the Government of Canada is investing in eight projects in Cape Breton.

  30. Canada signs the Council of Europe Framework Convention on Artificial Intelligence and Human Rights, Democracy and the Rule of Law

    The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada has signed the Council of Europe Framework Convention on Artificial Intelligence and Human Rights, Democracy and the Rule of Law.

  31. Minister of Transport and Internal Trade to make a significant announcement regarding infrastructure projects

    North Vancouver, British Columbia – The Minister of Transport and Internal Trade, the Honourable Anita Anand, will make an announcement at the Richardson International port terminal regarding federal investments to strengthen Canada’s supply chains.

  32. Minister Duguid to hold roundtable with industry leaders on impacts of potential U.S. tariffs on Alberta’s construction and manufacturing sectors

    The Honourable Terry Duguid, Minister responsible for PrairiesCan, will host a business roundtable to discuss the potential impacts of United States tariffs imposed on Canadian goods, and to hear what Alberta’s construction and manufacturing sector needs to protect jobs and stay competitive during uncertain times.

  33. Minister Duguid to announce federal support for Edmonton companies to scale up and access new markets

    In one of his first official visits to Alberta as newly appointed Minister for PrairiesCan, the Honourable Terry Duguid will announce federal support for leading-edge small- and medium-sized businesses in Edmonton, to advance innovative solutions and tackle important priorities such as housing affordability and access to mental health care.

  34. Backgrounder: Government of Canada supports four Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean organizations to grow and diversify regional economy

    The following information is in addition to the news release issued on February 11, 2025, on CED’s financial assistance, the recipient businesses and organizations, and their respective projects.

  35. Government of Canada announces strategic partner for its Future Fighter Lead-in Training program

    In support of Canada’s defence policy, Our North, Strong and Free, the Government of Canada is committed to ensuring that Canada has an agile, multi-purpose, well-equipped military by leveraging flexible defence procurement strategies, securing supply chains and making investments to modernize defence infrastructure.

  36. Minister Guilbeault to announce funding for climate adaptation at the Federation of Canadian Municipalities’ Sustainable Communities Conference

    Media representatives are advised that the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change; Jenica Atwin, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Indigenous Services and Member of Parliament for Fredericton, New Brunswick; Tim Tierney, First Vice-President of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities and City Councillor for Beacon Hill-Cyrville, Ottawa; and Kate Rogers, Mayor of Fredericton, will announce funding for climate adaptation.

  37. MP Marc G. Serré to announce Government of Canada support for Indigenous economic development in Atikameksheng Anishnawbek

    Marc G. Serré, Member of Parliament for Nickel Belt and Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministers of Energy and Natural Resources and Official Languages, will be joined by Viviane Lapointe, Member of Parliament for Sudbury, to make a significant FedNor announcement to help create jobs and accelerate business and economic growth in Atikameksheng Anishnawbek.

  38. New Plain Language Toolkit Helps Workplaces to Spell It Out for Safety

    The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) has launched Spell It Out, a new toolkit aimed at creating safer and more inclusive workplaces through plain language.

  39. Government of Canada supports four Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean organizations to grow and diversify regional economy

    Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions invests over $1.5M in projects that will contribute to local business growth.

  40. Government of Canada investment to support local businesses and entrepreneurs in clean technology and advanced manufacturing

    The Honourable Ruby Sahota, Minister of Democratic Institutions and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), will make an important announcement in Waterloo to support local businesses and entrepreneurs in clean technology and advanced manufacturing.

  41. Government of Canada to announce support for scale-up and growth of Waterloo Region businesses

    The Honourable Ruby Sahota, Minister of Democratic Institutions and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), will make an important announcement to support scale-up of Waterloo Region tech and manufacturing businesses.

  42. Invitation to media – Sophie Chatel to announce Government of Canada support for two Pontiac organizations

    Sophie Chatel, Member of Parliament for Pontiac, will announce Government of Canada financial assistance to support the growth of Wildwood Nature Escape and Chutes Coulonge, two tourism organizations.

  43. Building more homes faster in PEI with $86.2 million for critical housing enabling infrastructure.

    To increase housing supply, the Government of Canada and Province of Prince Edward Island have reached a new funding agreement, directing close to $86.2 million toward housing enabling infrastructure.

  44. Message from Minister Lawrence MacAulay on Canada's Agriculture Day 2025

    Today, on Canada's Agriculture Day, we recognize all of our Canadian farmers and celebrate the great work they do. Canada is a world leader when it comes to agriculture, with a strong food system that is supported by dedicated farmers who work year-round to put top-quality food on our tables.

  45. Government of Canada investing over $2.5 million in Indigenous-led economic development projects across Northwestern Ontario

    The Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, today announced Government of Canada investments totalling $2,665,565 in seven strategic initiatives led by and in support of Indigenous communities and organizations in Northwestern Ontario.

  46. Government of Canada investing over $2.5 million in support of Indigenous-led economic development in Northwestern Ontario

    The Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, today announced Government of Canada investments totalling $2,665,565 in support of seven strategic initiatives led by Indigenous communities, businesses, and organizations in Northwestern Ontario.

  47. Message from Minister St-Onge to Canadians about the Flag’s 60th anniversary

    Celebrate our love for the Canadian Flag

  48. Tribunal Initiates Expiry Review—Hot-rolled Carbon Steel Plate from Brazil, Denmark, Indonesia, Italy, Japan and Korea

    The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today initiated an expiry review of its order made on March 13, 2020, in expiry review RR-2019-001, continuing, with amendment, its finding made on May 20, 2014, in inquiry NQ-2013-005, which was continued, with amendment, in review NQ-2023-005R, to determine if the expiry of the order is likely to lead to continued or resumed dumping of hot-rolled carbon steel plate from the Federative Republic of Brazil, the Kingdom of Denmark, the Republic of Indonesia, the Italian Republic, Japan and the Republic of Korea, and is likely to result in injury to the domestic industry.

  49. Minister Anand to make an announcement about building a greener economy

    The Minister of Transport and Internal Trade, the Honourable Anita Anand will make an announcement about building a greener economy. The Board Chair of the Greater Victoria Harbour Authority, Mark Mawhinney, will also be present.

  50. Minister Fisher to make an important announcement alongside Minister Kalmykova of Ukraine in Surrey

    The Honourable Darren Fisher, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, alongside Natalia Kalmykova, Minister of Veterans’ Affairs of Ukraine, will make an important announcement to strengthen cooperation and share knowledge to better support Veterans in both countries.