Government News

1. The Governments of Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador sign an agreement to address unsheltered homelessness

   Today, the federal government and the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador announced the signing of an agreement to support people living without homes, as part of the Unsheltered Homelessness and Encampments Initiative (UHEI).

2. Minister Thompson to announce funding for seniors to age in their homes in Manitoba

   The Minister of Seniors, Joanne Thompson, will be in Winnipeg to announce funding for projects in Manitoba under the Age Well at Home initiative.

3. Ensuring long-term predictable public transit funding and moving forward with an agreement to support people experiencing homelessness in York Region

   By working closely with its partners, the federal government is ensuring that more Canadians will be able to live near public transit, and is providing additional support to address homelessness and encampments.

4. Healthy meals for kids, savings for families in New Brunswick

   Our National School Food Program provides healthy meals to kids and sets them up for success. It’s also saving families hundreds of dollars a year in grocery bills.

5. Minister Blair and Minister Champagne conclude productive visit to Washington, D.C.

   Today, the Honourable Bill Blair, Minister of National Defence and the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, concluded a successful trip to Washington, D.C.

6. Federal government and Northwest Territories invest in transportation in the North

   Four communities in the Northwest Territories will see improvements to their transportation infrastructure after an investment of $13,908,056 from the federal government.

7. Backgrounder: Federal government and Northwest Territories invest in transportation in the North

   The federal government is investing $13,908,056 through the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program, the Disaster Mitigation and Adaptation Fund, the Active Transportation Fund and the Rural Transit Solutions Fund to support four transportation improvement projects across the Northwest Territories.

8. Governments of Canada and Quebec Launch Quebec-Canada Collaboration Table on Energy and Resources

   The Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Canada’s Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, along with Christine Fréchette, Quebec’s Minister of the Economy, Innovation and Energy and Minister Responsible for Regional Economic Development, and Maïté Blanchette Vézina, Quebec’s Minister of Natural Resources and Forests, announced the establishment of the Quebec-Canada Collaboration Table on Energy and Resources to support initiatives undertaken by Quebec toward a strong and sustainable economy.

9. Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Wraps Up Washington, D.C. Visit

   The Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, concluded his February 4–5 visit to Washington, D.C.

10. Federal government invest in the Centre Artistique de Cap-aux-Os

    Cap-Aux-Os is about to write a new chapter in its history with an ambitious project to transform the village’s former church into a modern, dynamic, and inclusive arts center, thanks to a federal investment of over $1.6 million.

11. Media Advisory: Housing and Homelessness Funding Announcement in Newfoundland and Labrador

    Members of the media are invited to an announcement on the Unsheltered Homelessness and Encampments Initiative with the Honourable Joanne Thompson, Minister of Seniors; the Honourable John G. Abbott, provincial Minister of Housing and Minister of Mental Health and Addictions; and Doug Pawson, Executive Director of End Homelessness St. John’s.

12. Media Advisory: Transit and Homelessness Funding Announcement in Newmarket

    Members of the media are invited to a transit infrastructure and homelessness announcement with the Honourable Nathaniel Erskine-Smith, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities; Leah Taylor Roy, Member of Parliament for Aurora—Oak Ridges—Richmond Hill; Eric Jolliffe, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, The Regional Municipality of York; and Nation Cheong, Vice President of Community Impact for United Way Greater Toronto.

13. Government of Canada supports more healthy meals for kids in New Brunswick

    The Honourable Jenna Sudds, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, and the Honourable Susan Holt, Premier of New Brunswick, will make an announcement on the National School Food Program.

14. Five contractors in Brandon, Manitoba, plead guilty to conspiracy related to social housing projects

    Five contractors in Brandon, Manitoba, plead guilty to conspiracy related to social housing projects February 6, 2025 – GATINEAU (Québec), Competition Bureau

15. The Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Event: Speech at the Atlantic Council in Washington D.C.

    The Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Speech at the Atlantic Council in Washington D.C.

16. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Gaspé

    Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard and Member of Parliament for Gaspésie—Les Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Daniel Côté, Mayor of Gaspé and Daniel Bernier, President of the Board of Directors, Comité Centre Artistique de Cap-aux-Os.

17. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Hay River

    Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Member of Parliament Michael McLeod and Mayor of the Town of Hay River Kandis Jameson.

18. The Government of Canada announces an appointment to the Board of Directors of The Jacques Cartier and Champlain Bridges Incorporated

    Today, the Honourable Nathaniel Erskine-Smith, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, announced the appointment of Éric Michaud to the Board of Directors of The Jacques Cartier and Champlain Bridges Incorporated (JCCBI), the Crown corporation responsible for the operation of five federal transportation corridors in the Montreal area, and the Québec Bridge.

19. The Government of Canada announces an appointment to the Board of Directors of The Jacques Cartier and Champlain Bridges Incorporated

    Éric Michaud is appointed to the Board of Directors of Jacques Cartier and Champlain Bridges Incorporated (JCCBI) for a three-year term. Mr. Michaud holds an MBA and a bachelor's degree in finance, and has been a lawyer and member of the Quebec Bar since 1997.

20. NRC IRAP and Innovate BC invest in British Columbia cleantech projects through BC Fast Pilot program

    The National Research Council of Canada Industrial Research Assistance Program and Innovate BC are investing $1.5M in funding across twelve B.C.-based innovative pilot demonstration projects.

21. Federal government invests in upgrades to the Tracadie-Sheila Curling Club

    Residents of the Acadian Peninsula will benefit from updates to the Tracadie-Sheila Curling Club after an investment of more than $770,000 from the federal government.

22. Tribunal Issues Determination of Reasonable Indication of Injury—C orrosion-resistant Steel Sheet from Türkiye by Borçelik Çelik Sanayi Ticaret A.Ş.

    The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today determined that there is a reasonable indication that the dumping of corrosion-resistant steel sheet originating in or exported from the Republic of Türkiye by Borçelik Çelik Sanayi Ticaret A.Ş. has caused injury to the domestic industry.

23. Ensuring long-term predictable public transit funding and moving forward with an agreement to support people living without homes

    By working closely with its partners, the federal government is ensuring that more Canadians will be able to live near public transit, and providing additional support to address homelessness and encampments.

24. New oyster movement rules in Prince Edward Island to help prevent further spread of MSX

    On July 11, 2024, Prince Edward Island (PEI) first detected multinucleate sphere unknown (MSX) – an oyster disease caused by the Haplosporidium nelsoni parasite. Since that time, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO), and the Province of PEI have increased sampling and testing of oysters in PEI.

25. Ensuring long-term predictable public transit funding for the City of Hamilton with over $62 million through the Canada Public Transit Fund 

    By working closely with its partners across Canada, the federal government is ensuring that more Canadians will be able to live near public transit, connecting them to jobs, services, and their communities.

26. Media Advisory: Transit and Homelessness Funding Announcement in Waterloo

    Members of the media are invited to a transit and homelessness funding announcement with the Honourable Nathaniel Erskine-Smith, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities and the Honourable Bardish Chagger, Member of Parliament for Waterloo, alongside Karen Redman, Regional Chair, Region of Waterloo.

27. Government of Canada announces reappointment to CMHC Board of Directors

    André Hébert has been a valued member of the CMHC Board of Directors since February 2019. With over 40 years of experience in information technology, André brings a wealth of knowledge and a hands-on approach to his work.

28. Government of Canada announces reappointment to CMHC Board of Directors

    Today, Nathaniel Erskine-Smith, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure, and Communities, announced the reappointment of André Hébert, for a two-year term, to the Board of Directors of Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC).

29. Minister Wilkinson to Travel to Washington, D.C.

    The Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, will provide a keynote address and take part in a fireside chat at the Atlantic Council on the future of North American energy and resource collaboration. A media availability will follow.

30. Canada invests in the well-being of Black Canadians

    Black Canadians played a pivotal role in shaping Canada into the vibrant country it is today. However, for far too long Black people in Canada have faced systemic barriers, anti-Black racism and discrimination. As we prepare to celebrate Black History Month, the Government of Canada, now more than ever, remains steadfast in its commitment to combatting systemic barriers and creating a more equitable and just future for Black people in Canada. To that end, the Government of Canada has proposed over $1 billion to uplift and support Black communties in Canada.

31. Media Advisory: Transit Announcement in Waterloo

    Members of the media are invited to a transit announcement with the Honourable Nathaniel Erskine-Smith, the Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities and the Honourable Bardish Chagger, Member of Parliament for Waterloo, alongside Karen Redman, Regional Chair, Region of Waterloo.

32. Samuel De Champlain Bridge: Special Illumination to celebrate Black History Month

    On February 2nd, the Samuel De Champlain Bridge will be lit up in red, green, yellow and purple from sunset to 1:00 a.m. to celebrate Black History Month.

33. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Tracadie-Sheila

    Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with MP Serge Cormier and M. Ronald Losier from the Tracadie-Sheila Curling Club.

34. Media Advisory: Transit Announcement in Hamilton

    Members of the media are invited to a transit announcement with the Honourable Nathaniel Erskine-Smith, the Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, Lisa Hepfner, Member of Parliament for Hamilton Mountain, Chad Collins, Member of Parliament for Hamilton East—Stoney Creek, alongside Her Worship Andrea Horwath, Mayor of the City of Hamilton.

35. Ensuring long-term predictable public transit funding for the City of Brampton with over $106 million through the Canada Public Transit Fund

    By working closely with its partners across Canada, the federal government is ensuring that more Canadians will be able to live near public transit, connecting them to jobs, services, and their communities.

36. Statement  from the President of the Treasury Board on advancing digital government

    Statement from the President of the Treasury Board on advancing digital government

37. Ensuring long-term predictable public transit funding for the Regional Municipality of Niagara with over $35 million through the Canada Public Transit Fund

    By working closely with its partners across Canada, the federal government is ensuring that more Canadians will be able to live near public transit, connecting them to jobs, services, and their communities.

38. Samuel De Champlain Bridge: Special Illumination for the National Day of Remembrance of the Quebec City Mosque Attack and Action Against Islamophobia

    Tonight, the Samuel De Champlain Bridge will be lit up in green from sunset to 1:00 a.m. for the National Day of Remembrance of the Quebec City Mosque Attack and Action Against Islamophobia.

39. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Brampton

    Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with the Honourable Nathaniel Erskine-Smith, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, and the Honourable Kamal Khera, Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, and Member of Parliament for Brampton West, alongside His Worship Patrick Brown, Mayor of Brampton.

40. Federal and provincial governments invest in a better connected Canmore

    Two projects will complete upgrades to local transit and active transportation infrastructure after an investment of more than $5.9 million from the federal and provincial governments and the Town of Canmore.

41. The Government of Canada Invests in Albertan Innovation and Jobs

    On January 29, 2025, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced an investment totalling close to $13.4 million to support made-in-Alberta technologies to reduce pollution while growing jobs.

42. The Government of Canada Invests in Albertan Innovation and Jobs

    the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced an investment totalling close to $13.4 million to support made-in-Alberta technologies to reduce pollution while growing jobs and economic prosperity.

43. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Niagara

    Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with the Honourable Nathaniel Erskine-Smith, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, alongside Jim Bradley, Niagara Regional Chair and His Worship Mat Siscoe, Mayor of St. Catharines and the chair of the Niagara Transit Commission.

44. Helping more Indigenous talent enter the skilled trades in Edmonton

    Today, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Labour Steven MacKinnon announced funding of nearly $5 million to the Trade Winds to Success Training Society to train more than 290 Indigenous Red Seal apprentices in support of Canada’s Housing Plan.

45. Canada and Quebec Announce Major Investment in Wildfire Equipment

    the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, with François Bonnardel, Minister of Public Security and Minister Responsible for the Estrie Region, announced a joint investment of $64 million over three years through the Government of Canada’s Fighting and Managing Wildfires in a Changing Climate Program (FMWCC) – Equipment Fund.

46. The Government of Canada announces re-appointment to the Canada Infrastructure Bank’s Board of Directors

    Today, the Honourable Nathaniel Erskine-Smith, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure, and Communities, announced the re-appointment of Bruno Guilmette to the Board of Directors for the Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) for a term of two years.

47. Government of Canada announces re-appointment to Canada Infrastructure Bank Board of Directors

    Mr. Guilmette currently serves as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Boralex, where he is responsible for several divisions, including Finance and Accounting, Taxation, Investor Relationst and Internal Controls. Prior to this, he served as Interim Chief Investment Officer at the Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB), and held previous roles as the Senior Vice-President of Infrastructure Investments PSP Investments, and as Senior Director Private Equity Investments at the Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec.

48. Federal government invests in improved flood protection in the Village of Tahsis

    Improvements to flood protection infrastructure will help the Village of Tahsis become more resilient to riverbank and coastal floods after a combined investment of more than $2.8 million from the federal, provincial, and local governments.

49. Delivering stable public transit funding to the City of Mississauga

    Today, the federal government announced an investment of over $123 million in transit funding for the City of Mississauga, through the Canada Public Transit Fund and the Zero Emissions Transit Fund.

50. Minister MacKinnon to announce support for skilled trades training for Indigenous apprentices

    The Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Labour, Steven MacKinnon, will be in Edmonton to announce funding for skilled trades training for Indigenous apprentices and help achieve Canada’s Housing Plan goals.