General Public

1. Minister Blair meets with the Republic of Korea’s Minister of National Defense, Kim Yong-Hyun

   Today, the Honourable Bill Blair, Minister of National Defence, met with the Republic of Korea’s (ROK) Minister of National Defense, Kim Yong-Hyun.

2. Minister Hussen to make an important announcement related to emergency food and nutrition assistance

   Wednesday September 11, 2024 – The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, will hold a press conference to announce funding to help meet the needs of vulnerable populations facing acute hunger. Minister Hussen will be accompanied by Andy Harrington, Executive Director of the Canadian Foodgrains Bank.

3. Republic of Korea - United Nations Command Member States (ROK-UNCMS) Defense Ministerial Meeting Joint Statement

   The 2nd "Republic of Korea - United Nations Command Member States (ROK-UNCMS) Defense Ministerial Meeting" was held in Seoul on September 10, 2024.

4. PS Kelloway to commemorate the unveiling of the refurbished Louisbourg Lighthouse during its centennial year

   PS Kelloway to commemorate the unveiling of the refurbished Louisbourg Lighthouse during its centennial year.

5. Federal and Provincial Governments support rural economic development

   Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan invest $450,000 for rural economic development

6. Copyright Board of Canada joins Canadian Digital Regulators Forum

   Copyright Board of Canada joins Canadian Digital Regulators Forum September 10, 2024

7. Government of Canada helping students return to school with $7.3 billion in grants and interest-free loans

   The Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, today announced the federal government is delivering $7.3 billion in grants and interest-free loans to students this academic year. The federal government’s record-high support for students is made possible by measures announced in Budget 2024:

8. Gwa’sala-Nakwaxda’xw Nations, Canada, and British Columbia to sign a historic agreement

   Chief Leslie Walkus and Gwa’sala-Nakwaxda’xw Council members, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, and the Honourable Grace Lore, British Columbia’s Minister of Children and Family Development, will participate in a signing ceremony and celebration of a historic coordination agreement to affirm and restore jurisdiction over children and families to the Gwa’sala-Nakwaxda’xw Nations.

9. Message from the Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health World Suicide Prevention Day

   Minister Saks makes a statement on World Suicide Prevention Day

10. Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Saskatchewan Penitentiary

    On September 6, 2024, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Saskatchewan Penitentiary.

11. Parks Canada and Alberta unveil new plaques commemorating the Alberta section of the North Saskatchewan River as a Canadian Heritage River

    Parks Canada and Alberta unveil new plaques commemorating the Alberta section of the North Saskatchewan River as a Canadian Heritage River.

12. Alternating lane closure on Chaudière Crossing

    Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise users that there will be an alternating lane closure on the Chaudière Crossing for repair work.

13. Constructing a wetland in Nipissing First Nation to support vital plant species

    Nipissing First Nation has received $90,000 through the Natural Infrastructure Fund to construct a wetland that can convert nutrient-rich wastewater into environmentally-safe non-potable water, for growing ecologically significant plant species.

14. Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Springhill Institution

    On September 2, 2024, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Springhill Institution, a medium security federal institution.

15. Minister MacAulay announces new members of the Canadian Agricultural Youth Council

    Today, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced the members of the third cohort of the Canadian Agricultural Youth Council (CAYC). Nine new faces and 13 returning youth from the second cohort will make up the new Council, all serving terms of 18 months.

16. Important Improvements to My Service Canada Account

    More than 5.6 million Canadians have a My Service Canada Account (MSCA), and more than 2 million sign-in monthly to get information on Employment Insurance, Canada Pension Plan, Old Age Security, Social Insurance Number and more.

17. Canada consults on measures to protect Canadian workers in critical manufacturing sectors from unfair Chinese trade practices 

    Canada is today launching a second 30-day consultation, from September 10, 2024, to October 10, 2024, on potential surtaxes in response to unfair Chinese trade practices.

18. A unique collection about Quebec City’s Tricentennial acquired by the National Battlefields Commission

    The National Battlefields Commission is proud to announce its acquisition of the Jean François Leclerc Collection about Quebec City’s Tricentennial.

19. Statement from Minister MacAulay on China’s anti-dumping investigation

    Today, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, issued the following statement in response to China’s anti-dumping investigation into Canadian canola seed exports:

20. Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Warkworth Institution

    On September 1, 2024, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, a package containing contraband and unauthorized items was seized at Warkworth Institution, a medium security federal institution.

21. Canada further challenges U.S. softwood lumber duties

    The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, today issued the following statement to announce that Canada will challenge the final results of the U.S. Department of Commerce’s fifth Canadian softwood lumber reviews.

22. Federal government launches new ad campaign for the Canadian Dental Care Plan, close to 650,000 Canadians have received care

    Today, the government launched an ad campaign in support of the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP). As one of the largest social programs in Canadian history, the CDCP will make dental care more affordable for up to nine million Canadians, who are currently without insurance.

23. Statement by Minister of Foreign Affairs on situation in Venezuela

    The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement: “Canada unequivocally condemns the ongoing and escalating repression in Venezuela by Nicolas Maduro’s regime, particularly in the aftermath of the presidential elections. This has resulted in dozens of deaths and more than 2,000 arbitrary detentions, sometimes followed by the enforced disappearance of individuals—including more than 100 youth—who have participated in demonstrations.

24. Governments Investing in Innovation to Strengthen Ontario's Agri-Food Sector

    The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing an additional $3.5 million in the Ontario Agri-Food Research Initiative (OAFRI) to support the development and adoption of new technologies for farmers, food processors and agri-businesses that will enhance their competitiveness and growth.

25. Canadian and Norwegian Coast Guards Forge Enhanced Partnership with New Agreement 

    The Canadian Coast Guard has made a significant advancement in our partnership with the Norwegian Coast Guard through the signing of a new Letter of Intent (LOI). This landmark agreement will bolster our operational cooperation, and is a key milestone in the collaborative relationship of the two coast guards

26. Defence Minister Bill Blair Announces Appointment of New Military Judges

    Today, the Minister of National Defence, the Honourable Bill Blair, announced the appointments of Colonel Stephen Strickey and Colonel Nancy Isenor as Military Judges.

27. Road improvements will support greater connectivity in Greater Victoria region

    Roadworks in the Greater Victoria region will soon make it easier for residents to navigate their community after an investment of $20 million from the federal and provincial governments.

28. Message from the Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health – FASD Awareness Day

    Today, we come together to recognize Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Awareness Day and Month. For 25 years, September 9 has been dedicated to raising awareness about this critical issue that affects individuals and families across Canada in far-reaching ways. This date, the nineth day of the nineth month, honours the nine months of pregnancy.

29. Nathalie Théberge to the annual conference of the Canadian Communication Systems Alliance (CCSA)

    I want to use my time today to highlight how some of our recent work contributes directly to diversity and choice in Canada.

30. Fisheries enforcement ongoing in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick

    Fisheries enforcement ongoing in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick

31. Beware: your snow removal company could be walking on thin ice

    Beware: your snow removal company could be walking on thin ice September 9, 2024 – GATINEAU (Québec), Competition Bureau

32. Government of Canada strengthens support for Sikh culture and heritage

    Ministers Kamal Khera and Harjit S. Sajjan visit the Gurdwara Sahib Paldi in Duncan, B.C. to highlight Budget 2024 investments supporting Sikh heritage across Canada

33. Statement by Minister Qualtrough on the closing of the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games

    The Honourable Carla Qualtrough, Minister of Sport and Physical Activity, celebrates Team Canada’s accomplishments as the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games come to an end

34. Death of an inmate from Pacific Institution

    On September 3, 2024, Gregory Narcisse, an inmate from Pacific Institution, died while in our custody of apparent natural causes.

35. Statement from Ministers Vandal, Anandasangaree, and Hajdu on the passing of Grand Chief Cathy Merrick

    We are deeply saddened by the sudden passing of Cathy Merrick Grand Chief of the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs (AMC).

36. Minister Blair to travel to the Republic of Korea and Japan

    The Honourable Bill Blair, Minister of National Defence, will visit the Republic of Korea from September 8 to 12, 2024, and then visit Japan from September 12 to 14, 2024.

37. Sts’ailes, Canada and B.C. celebrate coordination agreement to support child and family services

    First Nations children have the inherent right to know who they are, where they come from, and to have a strong connection to their family, lands, cultures, traditions, and languages.

38. Canada Border Services Agency and Correctional Service Canada to work together on a temporary solution to house high-risk immigration detainees

    Canada Border Services Agency and Correctional Service Canada to work together on a temporary solution to house high-risk immigration detainees

39. Backgrounder: More than $89 million invested in clean economy infrastructure projects across British Columbia

    The federal government is investing more than $29 million through the Green Infrastructure Stream of the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program (ICIP) to support 17 green infrastructure projects across British Columbia. The Government of British Columbia is investing more than $30 million in these projects and local partners are contributing a combined $29.9 million and are responsible for any additional costs.

40. More than $89 million invested in clean economy infrastructure projects across British Columbia

    Communities across the province will benefit from more energy-efficient buildings, clean energy, and better access to clean transportation options after a joint investment of more than $89 million from the federal and provincial governments, and local partners.

41. Samuel De Champlain Bridge: Special Illumination to Celebrate the Closing of the 2024 Summer Paralympic Games

    On September 8, the Samuel De Champlain Bridge will be lit up in the colours of the Canadian flag from sunset to 10:00 p.m. to celebrate the closing of the 2024 Summer Paralympic Games in Paris and the achievements of Team Canada.

42. First Goose Moon Table report highlights progress of Métis Nation on climate action

    Today, the Goose Moon Table (previously the Métis Nation–Canada Joint Table on Clean Growth and Climate Change) released its first annual progress report detailing the fruits of that partnership.

43. Royal Canadian Air Force implements new technology for search and rescue missions

    The Cellular Airborne Sensors for Search and Rescue (CASSAR) system is a new technology that the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) and the Civil Air Search and Rescue Association have begun to employ on select aircraft to enhance the effectiveness of search and rescue (SAR) operations.

44. NICHI and federal government announce Southern Ontario recipients of funding to advance critical Indigenous housing projects in urban, rural and northern areas and address urgent and unmet needs

    NICHI in collaboration with the Government of Canada announce Southern Ontario recipients of funding to advance critical Indigenous housing projects in urban, rural and northern areas and address urgent and unmet needs.

45. Supporting habitat stewardship projects for Monarchs and other species at risk in Ontario and across Canada

    Today, Adam van Koeverden, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Environment and Climate Change, on behalf of the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, announced up to $6.2 million in funding through the Habitat Stewardship Program for Species at Risk

46. Habitat Stewardship Program for Species at Risk projects 2024–2025

    Habitat Stewardship Program for Species at Risk projects 2024–2025

47. Minister Khera and Minister Sajjan to visit the Gurdwara Sahib Paldi in Duncan to highlight investments in Budget 2024

    Minister Khera and Minister Sajjan will highlight major investments made in Budget 2024 to strengthen diverse communities in Canada

48. Minister MacAulay announces launch of new School Food Infrastructure Fund and renewed Local Food Infrastructure Fund to improve food security in Canada

    All Canadians, particularly young Canadians, deserve to have access to nutritious food.

49. Federal funding for new trails in Ajax

    Walking, running, cycling, and rolling is about to get a lot easier in the Town of Ajax thanks to two federal investments. Minister Mark Holland and Mayor Shaun Collier announced combined funding of nearly $250,000 for improvements to local trail networks.

50. Statement by Minister Sajjan on Firefighters’ National Memorial Day

    Today, 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, issued the following statement: