Government News

1. Maximum Grain Revenue Entitlements for Crop Year 2023–2024

   Maximum Grain Revenue Entitlements for Crop Year 2023–2024

2. Tribunal Continues Order—Carbon Steel Welded Pipe from China (RR-2023-009)

   The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today continued its order made on March 28, 2019, in expiry review RR-2018-001, concerning the dumping and subsidizing of carbon steel welded pipe from the People’s Republic of China.

3. Ending flagpoling for work and study permits at the border

   Work and study permits will no longer be provided to flagpolers at a port of entry, effective December 23 at 11:59 pm ET

4. Competition Bureau sues Rogers for allegedly misleading claims about unlimited data

   The Competition Bureau is taking legal action against Rogers Communications Inc., alleging they are falsely advertising their Infinite wireless phone plans as offering unlimited data.

5. Competition Bureau reaches agreement with RONA to preserve competition in housing construction

   Competition Bureau reaches agreement with RONA to preserve competition in housing construction December 23, 2024 – GATINEAU (Québec), Competition Bureau

6. New Heritage Complex for Tr'ondëk Hwëch'in

   A new heritage complex for the Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in will provide an important space for cultural conservation and knowledge sharing after a joint investment of over $25.6 million from the federal government and Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in.

7. Statement from the Taxpayers’ Ombudsperson welcoming the new Minister of National Revenue

   I would like to welcome the new Minister of National Revenue, the Honourable Élisabeth Brière, as the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau moves on to the next stage of her career.

8. Canada Invests in Infrastructure Upgrades to Support Critical Minerals Development in Saskatchewan

   The Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced that Foran Mining Corporation (Foran) has been conditionally approved for an investment of up to $20 million through the Critical Minerals Infrastructure Fund (CMIF), a key program under the Canadian Critical Minerals Strategy.

9. Canada to Unlock Critical Minerals Rare Earth Development in Northern Quebec and Labrador With New Funding

   the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson announced up to $10 million in infrastructure funding, pending final due diligence, to Torngat Metals for its Strange Lake Northern Transportation Infrastructure Project.

10. Federal government partners with Port Coquitlam to strengthen flood protection efforts

    The federal government is investing $9.6 million in two projects to mitigate flooding risks to the community by upgrading critical infrastructure.

11. Federal government commits more than $14 million to the City of Greater Sudbury through the new Canada Public Transit Fund

    Today, Viviane Lapointe, Member of Parliament for Sudbury, Marc G. Serré, Member of Parliament for Nickel Belt, and Paul Lefebvre, Mayor of the City of Greater Sudbury announced more than $14 million in federal funding for the City of Greater Sudbury’s public transit infrastructure, through the Baseline Funding stream of the Canada Public Transit Fund (CPTF).

12. The federal government, the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, and the City of St. John’s invest in public transit upgrades 

    St. John’s is purchasing new electric buses and upgrading Metrobus Transit’s facilities after a combined investment of over $50.3 million from the federal, provincial and municipal governments.

13. Canada welcomes the adoption of a second International Decade for People of African Descent by the United Nations General Assembly

    The Government of Canada is committed to supporting Black communities by putting forward transformational investments and initiatives that empower people of African descent, combat anti-Black racism, and address longstanding and systemic barriers to their social and economic inclusion.

14. Government of Canada to expand early retirement eligibility for frontline public service safety and security workers                               Early retirement measures recognize the demanding and critical roles of frontline safety and security public servants

    Government of Canada to expand early retirement eligibility for frontline public service safety and security workers

15. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Port Coquitlam

    Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Ron McKinnon, Member of Parliament for Coquitlam – Port Coquitlam and His Worship Brad West, Mayor of the City of Port Coquitlam.

16. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Greater Sudbury

    Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Viviane Lapointe, Member of Parliament for Sudbury, Marc G. Serré, Member of Parliament for Nickel Belt, and Paul Lefebvre, Mayor of the City of Greater Sudbury.

17. Revealing The Results: A Summary of OPO’s Procurement Practice Reviews Over 5 Years

    The Office of the Procurement Ombud (OPO) published a report summarizing the results of its procurement practice reviews conducted between 2018 and 2023

18. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in St. John’s

    Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Joanne Thompson, Member of Parliament for St. John’s East; the Honourable Fred Hutton, Newfoundland and Labrador Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure; and His Worship Danny Breen, Mayor of the City of St. John’s.

19. Minister Anand tables the 2024 Public Accounts and the 2023–24 Departmental Results Reports

    Today, Treasury Board President and Minister of Transport Anita Anand tabled the 2024 Public Accounts of Canada and the 2023-24 Departmental Results Reports in Parliament.

20. Polar Knowledge Canada announces recipient of the 2024 Northern Science Award.

    Polar Knowledge Canada is proud to honour the Aklavik Hunters & Trappers Committee as the recipient of the 2024 Northern Science Award.

21. Media Advisory: Update from Minister Sean Fraser

    Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities for an update.

22. Federal government invests to help address homelessness among women Veterans in the National Capital Region

    The federal government is partnering with The Pepper Pod and investing close to $950,000 in a project that will help address homelessness among women Veterans in the National Capital Region.

23. The Government of Canada and the City of London sign agreement to address unsheltered homelessness 

    Today, the federal government announced an agreement to support people living without homes, including in encampments, in London.

24. The Governments of Canada and Quebec reach an agreement in principle to address unsheltered homelessness

    The Canada-Quebec Agreement on Unsheltered Homelessness and Encampments will address the urgent needs of individuals living in such encampments and in situations of unsheltered homelessness by providing a rapid and targeted response.

25. Minister MacKinnon to provide an update on the Canada Post labour dispute

    The Minister of Labour and Seniors, Steven MacKinnon, will hold a media availability to provide an update on the labour dispute between the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) and Canada Post.

26. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Montreal

    Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with the Honourable Soraya Martinez Ferrada, Minister of Tourism and Minister responsible for the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship and Chantal Rouleau, Minister Responsible for Social Solidarity and Community Action.

27. Media Advisory: Veterans Homelessness Program Announcement in Chelsea

    Members of the media are invited to an announcement with Sophie Chatel, Member of Parliament for Pontiac, on behalf of the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, Sandra Perron, Founder and CEO of The Pepper Pod and Joanne Bilodeau, Program Director at The Pepper Pod.

28. Investing in the Wauzhushk Onigum Multipurpose Centre

    Wauzhushk Onigum Nation is building a state-of-the-art Community Living and Wellness Centre with the support of an $8.6 million investment from the Green and Inclusive Community Buildings program. This facility will meet the community's needs while prioritizing sustainability through its eco-friendly design.

29. Expanded regulated area for box tree moth to include Prince Edward Island

    Preventing the spread of invasive species like box tree moth is the most effective way to protect Canada's boxwood industry.

30. Federal government and Northwest Territories sign agreement to address unsheltered homelessness 

    Today, Michael McLeod, Member of Parliament for Northwest Territories, and R.J. Simpson, Premier of the Northwest Territories, announced an agreement to support those facing unsheltered homelessness in Yellowknife.

31. Investing in transit in rural Nova Scotia

    The federal government is investing more than $2.7 million through the Rural Transit Solutions Fund (RTSF) to support 12 rural transit projects across Nova Scotia.

32. Backgrounder: Federal government invests in rural transportation in Nova Scotia

    The federal government is investing $2,774,333 through the Rural Transit Solutions Fund to support 12 rural transit initiatives across Nova Scotia.

33. Upgrades to disaster mitigation infrastructure to help protect Gingolx Harbour

    Critical disaster mitigation infrastructure upgrades are planned for Gingolx Harbour, the largest harbour within the Nisga’a First Nation territory, after an investment of nearly $20 million from the federal government.

34. Federal and provincial governments invest in community infrastructure throughout the province

    The federal and provincial governments are investing more than $24 million to improve local community infrastructure across seven Alberta municipalities.

35. Backgrounder: Federal and provincial governments invest in better community infrastructure throughout the province

    The federal government is investing $18,259,013 through the Green Infrastructure Stream (GIS), the Community, Culture & Recreation Infrastructure Stream (CCRIS), and the COVID-19 Resilience Infrastructure Stream (CVRIS) of the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Plan (ICIP) to support six community infrastructure projects across Alberta.

36. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in New Glasgow

    Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, and Her Worship Nancy Dicks, Mayor of the Town of New Glasgow and Chairperson of the Pictou County Transit Authority (PCTA).

37. Funding announced for organizations advancing progress on the Sustainable Development Goals

    The United Nations 2030 Agenda and its 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are an ambitious call to action that aim to end poverty, protect the planet, and build a better, fairer future for every generation.

38. Federal government invests in 18 innovative research projects to support housing and infrastructure needs

    The federal government is investing $10 million for 18 applied research projects that explore specific, impactful ways to help Canada meet its housing and infrastructure needs.

39. Backgrounder: Federal government invests in 18 innovative research projects to support housing and infrastructure needs

    The federal government is investing $10 million through the Research and Knowledge Initiative (RKI) to support housing and infrastructure related projects across the country.

40. Samuel De Champlain Bridge: Special Illumination for Human Rights Day

    This evening, the Samuel De Champlain Bridge will be lit up in yellow and blue from sunset to 1:00 a.m. for Human Rights Day.

41. Minister Anand announces members of the Working Group on Public Service Productivity

    Today, the Honourable Anita Anand, President of the Treasury Board and Minister of Transport, announced the members of the Government’s Working Group on Public Service Productivity. The membership of the group represents several sectors, including the public service, labour, academia, and technology.

42. Government reaches tentative agreement with  UCCO-SACC-CSN for the Correctional Services Group

    Government reaches tentative agreement with UCCO-SACC-CSN for the Correctional Services Group

43. 2024 Year in review: CBSA protecting Canadians and supporting our economy

    2024 Year in review: Day in and day out, some 8,500 frontline employees play a crucial role protecting our communities by preventing illegal goods and inadmissible people from entering Canada.

44. Canada Border Services Agency reports three escapes at Laval Immigration Holding Centre

    Canada Border Services Agency reports three escapes at Laval Immigration Holding Centre

45. Wetland restoration to increase water access and enhance biodiversity on ʔaq̓am lands 

    The ʔaq̓am wetland project’s goal is to restore the waterbodies to what is understood to be their precontact state, strengthening protection of the environment and supporting healthy and resilient ecosystems. This project is a joint investment of more than $1.4 million from the federal government, ʔaq̓am, Columbia Basin Trust, Ducks Unlimited Canada, and Real Estate Foundation of BC. It is community-led by ʔaq̓am.

46. Tribunal Initiates Inquiry—Corrosion-resistant Steel Sheet from Türkiye

    The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today initiated a preliminary injury inquiry, upon receipt of a notice from the Director General of the Trade and Anti-dumping Programs Directorate at the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), regarding the decision of the President of the CBSA to launch, on its own initiative, an investigation respecting the dumping of corrosion-resistant flat-rolled steel sheet products of carbon steel originating in or exported from the Republic of Türkiye by Borçelik Çelik Sanayi Ticaret A.Ş. The Tribunal’s inquiry is conducted pursuant to the Special Import Measures Act (SIMA) as a result of the initiation of a dumping investigation by the CBSA.

47. Samuel De Champlain Bridge: Special Illumination for the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women

    Tonight, the Samuel De Champlain Bridge will be lit up in white and purple from sunset to 1:00 a.m. in recognition of the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women, as well as the anniversary of the École Polytechnique de Montréal massacre.

48. Federal government commits more than $5.1 million to the Kings Transit Authority through the new Canada Public Transit Fund

    Today, Kody Blois, Member of Parliament for Kings–Hants, alongside Dave Corkum, Mayor of the Municipality of the County of Kings and Chair of the Kings Transit Board of Directors, announced over $5.1 million in funding for public transit infrastructure in Annapolis, Kings, and Digby counties through the Baseline Funding stream of the Canada Public Transit Fund (CPTF).

49. Federal government partners with Bronson Centre on upgrades

    Ottawa’s Bronson Centre is getting significant upgrades after a total investment of more than $8 million from the federal government and the Centre itself. The modernized facility will better support the 30,000 people who use its services monthly, including Ottawa’s arts and cultural communities.

50. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in New Minas

    Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Kody Blois, Member of Parliament for Kings–Hants and Dave Corkum, Mayor of Municipality of the County of Kings and Chair of the Kings Transit Board of Directors.