General Public

1. Minister Fraser to announce a new federal immigration pathway at the Empire Club of Canada

   The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will deliver a keynote address at the Empire Club of Canada and announce a new federal immigration pathway.

2. Joint Message from the Ministers of Health, Mental Health and Addictions, Indigenous Services and Northern Affairs - World Tuberculosis Day - March 24, 2023

   March 24th marks World Tuberculosis (TB) Day, an annual campaign led by the World Health Organization to raise awareness of one of the world’s most devastating infectious diseases still affecting individuals, families and communities in Canada. The goal of World TB Day is to highlight the worldwide commitment to eliminate TB and ensure equitable access to prevention, treatment and care for this disease.

3. Group of Creditors of Ukraine Provides Financing Assurances to Support the IMF’s Approval of an Upper Credit Tranche Programme

   1. The representatives of the Group of Creditors of Ukraine held a meeting on 23 March 2023, in the presence of representatives of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank, to provide financing assurances to support the approval by the IMF Executive Board of the envisaged IMF programme for Ukraine, which would help to restore the country’s macroeconomic stability.

4. Statement from the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada on World TB Day

   March 24th marks World Tuberculosis (TB) Day, an annual campaign led by the World Health Organization to raise awareness of one of the world’s most devastating infectious diseases still affecting individuals, families and communities in Canada. The goal of World TB Day is to highlight the worldwide commitment to eliminate TB and ensure equitable access to prevention, treatment and care for this disease.

5. The Samuel De Champlain Bridge turns off its architectural lighting to mark Earth Hour 

   Montréal, Quebec, March 24, 2023— On March 25, the architectural lighting of the Samuel De Champlain Bridge will be switched off from 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. in support of Earth Hour. Safety lighting will remain on.

6. Splatsin, Canada and British Columbia sign historic coordination agreement for First Nations children and families

   Today, at a ceremony in Enderby, British Columbia, Kukpi7 (Chief) Doug Thomas of Splatsin; the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Federal Minister of Indigenous Services; and the Honourable Mitzi Dean, BC Minister of Children and Family Development; celebrated the signing of the first coordination agreement in British Columbia, pursuant to the Act respecting First Nations, Inuit, Métis children, youth and families.

7. Collins Bay Institution and Henry Traill Community Correctional Centre Closed Until Further Notice

   The minimum, medium, and maximum-security levels at Collins Bay Institution and the Henry Traill Community Correctional Centre are now closed to the public until further notice due to an ongoing police investigation in the area.

8. Competition Bureau reaches agreement with Isologic to protect competition in healthcare

   Competition Bureau reaches agreement with Isologic to protect competition in healthcare

9. Treasury Board Secretariat update on review of contracts with McKinsey & Company

   Treasury Board Secretariat update on review of contracts with McKinsey & Company

10. Joint message from Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami President Natan Obed and Indigenous Services Minister Patty Hajdu on World Tuberculosis Day

    Tuberculosis (TB) outbreaks continue to be an unfortunate and unnecessary reality in Inuit Nunangat.

11. CRTC to improve access to Internet and mobile services across Canada

    Today, the CRTC is launching a consultation on the Internet services market to increase competition, create more choice and lower prices.

12. Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at the Federal Training Centre

    On March 18, 2023, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, a package containing contraband and unauthorized items was seized on the perimeter of the Federal Training Centre, a multi-level security federal institution. The contraband and unauthorized items seized included 177 grams of marijuana, 119 grams of hashish, 5 grams of cocaine, 4 grams of cannabis wax, and 441 grams of tobacco. The total estimated institutional value of the items seized is $47,124.

13. ­­The Right Honourable Adrienne Clarkson, former Governor General of Canada, will provide the keynote address at Canada’s Procurement Ombudsman Diversifying the Federal Supply Chain Summit

    The Right Honourable Adrienne Clarkson, former Governor General of Canada, will provide the keynote address at Canada’s Procurement Ombudsman Diversifying the Federal Supply Chain Summit on April 4 and 5, 2023.

14. $12.5 million announced to build new healing house in Tḱemlúps te Secwépemc 

    Today, Kúkpi7 (Chief) Rosanne Casimir of the Tḱemlúps te Secwépemc, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, and Colleen Erickson, Board Chair of the First Nations Health Authority (FNHA), are pleased to jointly announce $12.5 million in federal funding towards the construction of a new healing centre at Tḱemlúps te Secwépemc.

15. Government of Canada and the First Nations-led institutions under the Act highlight new proposed legislative amendments to the First Nations Fiscal Management Act

    Today, C.T. (Manny) Jules, Chief Commissioner of the First Nations Tax Commission Harold Calla, Executive Chair of the First Nations Financial Management Board; Ernie Daniels, President and CEO of the First Nations Finance Authority; Allan Claxton, Chair of the First Nations Infrastructure Institute Development Board; and the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Crown–Indigenous Relations; announced new proposed amendments to the First Nations Fiscal Management Act, which were introduced in Parliament on March 23, 2023.

16. Backgrounder: New proposed legislative amendments to the First Nations Fiscal Management Act

    Today, C.T. (Manny) Jules, Chief Commissioner of the First Nations Tax Commission Harold Calla, Executive Chair of the First Nations Financial Management Board; Ernie Daniels, President and CEO of the First Nations Finance Authority; Allan Claxton, Chair of the First Nations Infrastructure Institute Development Board; and the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Crown–Indigenous Relations; announced new proposed amendments to the First Nations Fiscal Management Act, which were introduced in Parliament on March 23, 2023.

17. BPR to pay $485,000 following seventh Québec bid-rigging settlement

    BPR to pay $485,000 following seventh Québec bid-rigging settlement March 23, 2023 - GATINEAU, QC - Competition Bureau

18. Canada invests in improvements to Comox’s Community Centre 

    Today, the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, and Her Worship Nicole Minions, Mayor of the Town of Comox, announced a joint investment of more than $485,000 to modernize the Comox Community Centre.

19. Government of Canada and Kitikmeot Inuit Association sign agreement promoting Inuit leadership at Wrecks of HMS Erebus and HMS Terror National Historic Site

    The $23-million Inuit Impact and Benefit Agreement will help to establish the first Inuit-led national historic site in Nunavut.

20. Icebreaking near Whitefish River in Ontario

    The Canadian Coast Guard advises residents in the areas of Northern Georgian Bay, Frazer Bay, and McGregor Bay, Ontario, that the Canadian Coast Guard Ship (CCGS) Griffon will carry out icebreaking operations in the area on or around March 26, 2023.

21. Government of Canada launches call for applications for the National Advisory Council on Poverty

    Since before the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Government of Canada has taken action to fight poverty, support Canadians and strengthen the economy. The results speak for themselves: Canada’s overall poverty rate decreased substantially between 2015 and 2020, falling from 14.5% to 6.4%. This represents close to 2.7 million Canadians lifted out of poverty, including 782,000 children and 187,000 seniors. These are encouraging results. It is important to consider them in the context of the pandemic, during which unprecedented income support measures were put in place.

22. New electric school buses for students in St. Albert

    St. Albert, Alberta, March 23, 2023 – Today, the Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Tourism and Associate Minister of Finance and Member of Parliament for Edmonton Centre, and Duncan McIntyre, CEO of Highland Electric Fleets, announced more than $2.9 million in joint funding for the purchase of five zero emission school buses and related charging infrastructure to service the St. Albert Public School Division.

23. Governments of Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador launch regional assessment to support future decisions on offshore wind projects in the province

    Harnessing the power of wind can help deliver clean, affordable electricity to our homes and businesses, create jobs and local economic growth, and fight climate change for generations to come. Now is the time to secure that strong, healthy future for Canadians.

24. Governments of Canada and Nova Scotia launch regional assessment to support future decisions on offshore wind projects in the province

    Harnessing the power of wind can help deliver clean, affordable electricity to our homes and businesses, create jobs and local economic growth, and fight climate change for generations to come. Now is the time to secure that strong, healthy future for Canadians.

25. WRECKS OF HMS EREBUS AND HMS TERROR NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE INUIT IMPACT AND BENEFIT AGREEMENT SIGNED BETWEEN GOVERNMENT OF CANADA AND KITIKMEOT INUIT ASSOCIATION

    Wrecks of HMS Erebus and HMS Terror National Historic Site -Inuit Impact and Benefit Agreement signed between Government of Canada and Kitikmeot Inuit Association

26. Remarks by the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance in Quebec City on the Canadian economy and the government’s priorities heading into the 2023 budget

    I am so glad to be here today with many of the great workers from FLO here in Québec City.

27. Statement by Minister Hussen on Ramadan

    Muslims in Canada and around the world will mark the beginning of Ramadan

28. Government of Canada reports on progress in connecting all Canadians to high-speed Internet, highlights online tool

    Government of Canada reports on progress in connecting all Canadians to high-speed Internet, highlights online tool

29. Government of Canada tables new legislation to create a beneficial ownership registry

    New bill proposes to amend law to further increase corporate transparency and accountability

30. Statement on World Water Day 2023 

    Today, on World Water Day, I join people from around the globe to highlight the importance of water in its many forms for human life, health and vitality.

31. The Plains of Abraham Is Proud to Host  the Main Stage of the Festival d’été de Québec

    An unparalleled gathering place in the heart of the city, the Plains of Abraham will once again welcome the biggest acts of the Festival d’été de Québec (FEQ).

32. Advance Declaration now available at Edmonton International Airport: Travellers can submit customs declaration in advance and save time at the airport

    Advance Declaration now available at Edmonton International Airport: Travellers can submit customs declaration in advance and save time at the airport

33. Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Atlantic Institution

    On February 27, 2023, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, a package containing contraband and unauthorized items was seized at Atlantic Institution, a maximum-security federal institution. The contraband and unauthorized items seized included Suboxone tablets and strips, methamphetamine crystal and pills, hashish, shatter and shatter papers, a cell phone, a charger, SIM cards, a USB key and a micro SD adapter. The total estimated institutional value of this seizure is $19,500.

34. Canada extends support for those fleeing Russia’s illegal and unjustifiable invasion of Ukraine

    As Russia continues its illegal and unjustifiable invasion of Ukraine, Canada will remain steadfast in its support for those who have been forced to flee. This includes helping people find a temporary safe haven in Canada and providing them with the support they need.

35. His Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) Montréal and Motor Vessel (MV) Asterix deploys to the Indo-Pacific 

    Media are invited to attend the departure ceremony of HMCS Montréal and Naval Replenishment Unit (NRU) MV Asterix on March 26 for the ships’ departure to the Indo-Pacific region on Operation PROJECTION.

36. Historic coordination agreement to be signed by Splatsin, Canada, and British Columbia related to First Nations children and families

    Please be advised that the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, will join Kukpi7 (Chief) Doug Thomas of Splatsin, and the Honourable Mitzi Dean, British Columbia Minister of Children and Family Development, to celebrate the signing of the first coordination agreement in British Columbia to support the well-being of First Nations children.

37. Investments to Support Access to Drugs for Rare Diseases

    Today, the Government announced an investment in support of the first-ever National Strategy for Drugs for Rare Diseases to help increase access to, and affordability of, promising and effective drugs for rare diseases to improve the health of patients across Canada.

38. Government of Canada improves access to affordable and effective drugs for rare diseases

    Today, the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Health, announced measures in support of the first-ever National Strategy for Drugs for Rare Diseases, with an investment of up to $1.5 billion over three years. Through this, we will help increase access to, and affordability of, effective drugs for rare diseases to improve the health of patients across Canada, including children.

39. Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada releases “What We Heard” report on fertilizer emissions reduction target and outlines collaborative approach with the sector

    Canadian farmers are on the front lines of climate change and are already taking action to improve resilience and enhance profitability while reducing emissions. The Government of Canada set a target to reduce fertilizer-related emissions, which led to consultations with the sector to gather feedback on how best to support farmers and producers through voluntary measures moving forward.

40. Government of Canada invests $74 million in the Trent-Severn Waterway National Historic Site

    Priority projects along the waterway to focus on repairs and upgrades to dams and locks

41. Statement by the Minister of Transport about the Transportation Safety Board of Canada’s investigation report on the fishing vessel Chief William Saulis

    Today, the Minister of Transport, the Honourable Omar Alghabra, issued this statement about the Transportation Safety Board of Canada’s investigation report on the fishing vessel Chief William Saulis.

42. Federal Infrastructure Investment Projects 2023 Trent-Severn Waterway (TSW) National Historic Site Northern Projects Bundle and Kirkfield Lift Lock

    Federal Infrastructure Investment Projects 2023 Trent-Severn Waterway (TSW) National Historic Site Northern Projects Bundle and Kirkfield Lift Lock

43. Minister Ng highlights support for women entrepreneurs during trip to Toronto

    The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, travelled to Toronto on March 20 to visit local businesses, meet with the Canadian Venture Capital and Private Equity Association (CVCA), participate in Elevate’s Women In Tech event and announce the release of the State of Women’s Entrepreneurship in Canada 2023: Research Preview, an annual report put out by the Women Entrepreneurship Knowledge Hub.

44. World Water Day marked with funding announcement for research and protection of our most precious natural resource: fresh water

    We are taking advantage of World Water Day to support our ambitious climate change actions that keep our air and our fresh water clean. Already, the Government of Canada has announced the creation of the Canadian Water Agency to protect this natural resource, which provides us with clean drinking water, transportation, energy, and economic opportunities, as well as recreation. Parliamentary Secretary Terry Duguid is also attending the United Nations Water 2023 Conference in New York this week as Canada's representative to discuss the mid-term review of the goals of the International Decade for Action on Water for Sustainable Development, 2018–2028.

45. The Sexual Misconduct Support and Resource Centre funds 32 projects through the new Community Support for Sexual Misconduct Survivors Grant Program

    Increasing access to support services across Canada for those in the Defence community who have been affected by sexual misconduct is a top priority for the Department of National Defence (DND) and the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF).

46. Minister O’Regan releases the What We Heard Report on Developing Greater Labour Protections for Gig Workers 

    Every day, more and more Canadian workers are taking on gig work—casual work arrangements involving specific and often one-off tasks, frequently through digital platforms.

47. Minister Fraser to announce updates to immigration measures for Ukrainians

    The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will make an announcement regarding updates to immigration measures for Ukrainians in response to Russia’s illegal and unjustifiable invasion of Ukraine.

48. Funding to be announced at Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc

    Please be advised that the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, will join Kúkpi7 Rosanne Casimir of Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc and Colleen Erickson, Chair of the Board of Directors of the First Nations Health Authority, for a funding announcement at Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc.

49. Government of Canada to make announcement on a national strategy for drugs for rare diseases

    The Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Health, will make an important announcement in Montreal on the next steps for a national strategy for drugs for rare diseases.

50. Government of Canada takes steps to address overrepresentation of Indigenous, Black, and racialized people in the criminal justice system

    The Government of Canada is strongly committed to addressing the overrepresentation of Indigenous, Black, and racialized people in Canada's criminal justice system.