Media

1. Media Registration – Canadian and Korean defence and foreign ministers to meet in Ottawa

   October 28, 2024 – The Honourable, Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and The Honourable, Bill Blair, Minister of National Defence, will meet with Republic of Korea Foreign Minister Cho Tae-yul and Minister of National Defence Kim Yong-hyun to deepen our close cooperation and work together as strategic partners in the Indo-Pacific and North Pacific.

2. Bonaparte First Nation celebrates completion of their new water treatment plants

   Today, Bonaparte First Nation proudly marked the completion of two new water treatment plants, which now provide clean drinking water to remote areas of their community.

3. Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative will support AI innovation and adoption in British Columbia

   PacifiCan funding of over $32 million will help businesses bring new technologies to market and adopt AI. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a transformational opportunity for British Columbians.

4. Weekly Update on the Government’s Economic Plan

   The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance will provide an update on the government’s economic plan. She will be joined by the Minister of Public Services and Procurement and Quebec Lieutenant, Jean-Yves Duclos, the Minister of Health, Mark Holland, and the Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, Marci Ien.

5. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Saint John

   Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Wayne Long, Member of Parliament for Saint John–Rothesay; Her Worship Donna Noade Reardon, Mayor of the City of Saint John; and Dr. Sandra Bell, Saint John Theatre Company Board Chair.

6. Opportunity for media to see future Canadian lunar rover

   On October 30, 2024, media are invited to attend a demonstration of the future Canadian lunar rover. The event will take place from 6:15 to 7:15 p.m. ET on the analogue terrain outside the Canadian Space Agency’s (CSA’s) John H. Chapman Space Centre.

7. Canada formally apologizes to five Anishinaabeg First Nations

   Today, the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown–Indigenous Relations, on behalf of the Government of Canada, formally apologized to Aundeck Omni Kaning, M’Chigeeng, Sheguiandah, Sheshegwaning and Zhiibaahaasing First Nations for past wrongs relating to the Crown’s mismanagement of their monies in the late 1800s and the negative impacts experienced by the five communities as a result.

8. Strengthening self-governance, Anishinabek-led education

   Today, KEB Vice-Chairperson Lise Kwekkeboom, alongside Anishinabek Nation Grand Council Chief Linda Debassige and the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, announced new funding of more than $20 million per year to support education infrastructure and governance. This means that Anishinabek Education System (AES) participating First Nations will be able to make sure their schools are in the best shape to support students.

9. Sandy Lake First Nation Opens Doors and Access to Modernized Health Services

   Sandy Lake First Nation, with funding support from Indigenous Services Canada, is bringing a new era of modern health services to its community as the Sandy Lake Community Health Center opens its doors today, serving the health needs of the over 2,600 residents living on reserve in the remote, fly-in Northern Ontario community.

10. Backgrounder: Government of Canada invests $9.4 million to drive innovation and economic growth in Surrey

    Surrey is one of British Columbia’s fastest growing cities, home to innovative businesses and ambitious entrepreneurs with exciting plans for the future.

11. Government of Canada invests $9.4 million to drive innovation and economic growth in Surrey

    Surrey is one of British Columbia’s fastest growing cities, home to innovative businesses and ambitious entrepreneurs with exciting plans for the future.

12. Minister Sajjan to announce support for Artificial Intelligence innovation in British Columbia

    The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada (PacifiCan) will deliver an announcement that will boost AI commercialization and adoption in British Columbia.

13. Minister Vandal announces partnership with NFI Group and Manitoba to create the world-leading “All-Canadian Build” facility in Winnipeg

    $15 million from the Government of Canada enables start-to-finish manufacturing of electric and hydrogen fuel-cell transit buses in Canada, creating green jobs and expanding the Green Prairie Economy

14. Governments strengthening Ontario's food supply system

    The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing up to $7.5 million to support 365 projects that will help the province's farmers, food processors, and essential farm-supporting agribusinesses protect their operations against pests and diseases while enhancing operational resilience and strengthening public trust in our food supply system.

15. Federal government invests nearly $350,000 in active transportation in the Outaouais region

    Outaouais residents will have access to safer active transportation options thanks to an investment of nearly $350,000 from the federal government to support nine active transportation planning and awareness projects led by MOBI-O, the Centre de gestion des déplacements de l’Outaouais et de l’Abitibi-Témiscamingue.

16. Backgrounder: Federal government invests nearly $350,000 in active transportation in the Outaouais region

    The federal government is investing $348,938 through the Active Transportation Fund to support nine infrastructure projects in the Outaouais region. These projects will increase the safety and accessibility of active transportation in the region, while helping to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change.

17. Ahead of winter travel, Minister Beech advises travellers to check their passport validity and apply early

    Ahead of winter travel, Minister Beech advises travellers to check their passport validity and apply early

18. Minister Anandasangaree and Anishinabek First Nations strengthen Indigenous-led education

    Please be advised that the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, along with Lise Kwekkeboom, Vice Chair of the Kinoomaadziwin Education Body Board, will make an announcement regarding self-governing, Anishinabek-led education.

19. Government of Canada to make an important announcement on substance use and addictions

    The Honourable Ya’ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, and Quebec’s Minister Responsible for Social Services, Mr. Lionel Carmant, will hold a news conference on substance use and addictions.

20. Environment and Climate Change Canada’s Update on Canada’s Rapid Extreme Weather Event Attribution system and results gathered during summer 2024

    Media representatives are advised that Environment and Climate Change Canada will hold a media availability with regard to Canada’s Rapid Extreme Weather Event Attribution system and the 37 hottest heat waves that impacted 17 regions across the country during summer 2024. The results will show how much more likely human-caused climate change made each heat wave and how many degrees above normal temperatures rose. Upcoming new capabilities for the system will also be introduced.

21. Government of Canada announces partnership with Laval University for new interpretation program

    The Government of Canada is committed to supporting the use of official languages in Canada and to ensuring that Canadians have access to information in the language of their choice. Today, the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Public Services and Procurement and Quebec Lieutenant, announced a new partnership agreement between the Translation Bureau and Laval University to create a microprogram in interpretation. The goal of this partnership is to help bolster the number of accredited interpreters in Canada, many of whom provide services to Parliament and to Government of Canada departments and agencies.

22. Government of Canada to announce support for innovative businesses in Surrey

    The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada (PacifiCan), will announce funding to help three innovative businesses grow locally and compete globally.

23. Minister Vandal to announce federal investment in NFI Group to advance the Green Prairie Economy

    Minister Vandal to announce federal investment in NFI Group to advance the Green Prairie Economy

24. First Nations access greater flexibility and increased self-determination through the New Fiscal Relationship Grant

    Today, Harold Calla, Executive Chair of the First Nations Financial Management Board, and the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, announced the expansion of New Fiscal Relationship Grant eligibility to Tribal Councils and First Nations-led service delivery entities, such as health authorities.

25. Federal government launches new initiative to support climate resilient housing and infrastructure across communities

    Communities across Canada will be able to build environmentally friendly, climate-resilient housing and infrastructure with support from the Climate Toolkit for Housing and Infrastructure (CTHI).

26. Minister MacKinnon to visit the Gordie Howe International Bridge worksite and meet with workers

    Minister of Labour and Seniors, Steven MacKinnon, will be in Windsor to visit the Gordie Howe International Bridge worksite and meet with workers.

27. Government of Canada to Launch Call for Applications under National Crime Prevention Strategy

    Government of Canada to Launch Call for Applications under National Crime Prevention Strategy

28. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in the Outaouais region

    Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Sophie Chatel, Member of Parliament for Pontiac, on behalf of the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, Maude Marquis-Bissonnette, Mayor of Gatineau, Pierre Guénard, Mayor of Chelsea and David Gomes, Mayor of Cantley.

29. Lockdown at Grand Valley Institution

    On October 19, 2024, a lockdown was put in place at Grand Valley Institution, a multi-level security federal institution, to ensure the safety and security of the institution, its staff, and inmates.

30. Investing in the big impact of small business

    From October 20th to 26th during Small Business Week, Canadians across the country are celebrating the crucial role that local companies play in strengthening our communities and economies. Small- and medium-sized businesses are powerful engines for Canada’s economy, employing 64% of Canadian workers. The Government of Canada is investing to help position four Nova Scotia companies for growth and success.

31. Federal Housing Minister Sean Fraser Speaks with Alberta’s Minister of Seniors, Community and Social Services Jason Nixon

    Minister Nixon communicated the Government of Alberta’s continued willingness to partner with the federal government and to cost-match the additional federal funding to address encampments and unsheltered homelessness. The Ministers agreed to provide the initial funding to four priority communities in Alberta, including: Calgary, Edmonton, Lethbridge, and Red Deer.

32. Change of Command Ceremony in Central Ontario District 

    On October 23, 2024, the Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) held a Change of Command Ceremony in the Central Ontario District in the Ontario Region. This occasion marked the change in command from the outgoing District Director Scott Tempest to the incoming District Director Sherri Rousell.

33. NICHI announces Ontario recipients of funding to advance critical Indigenous housing projects in urban, rural and northern areas and address urgent and unmet needs

    Today, National Indigenous Collaborative Housing Incorporated (NICHI) Chief Executive Officer John Gordon and Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, Patty Hajdu, announced the recipients of NICHI’s expression of need process to address the critical need for safe and affordable urban, rural and northern Indigenous housing projects in Ontario.

34. NICHI announces Nunavut recipients of funding to advance critical Indigenous housing projects in urban, rural and northern areas and address urgent and unmet needs

    Today, National Indigenous Collaborative Housing Incorporated (NICHI) Chief Executive Officer John Gordon and Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, Patty Hajdu, announced the recipients of NICHI’s expression of need process to address the critical need for safe and affordable urban, rural and northern Indigenous housing projects in Nunavut.

35. NICHI announces Northwest Territories recipients of funding to advance critical Indigenous housing projects in urban, rural and northern areas and address urgent and unmet needs

    Today, National Indigenous Collaborative Housing Incorporated (NICHI) Chief Executive Officer John Gordon and Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, Patty Hajdu, announced the recipients of NICHI’s expression of need process to address the critical need for safe and affordable urban, rural and northern Indigenous housing projects in the Northwest Territories.

36. NICHI announces Manitoba recipients of funding to advance critical Indigenous housing projects in urban, rural and northern areas and address urgent and unmet needs

    Today, National Indigenous Collaborative Housing Incorporated (NICHI) Chief Executive Officer John Gordon and Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, Patty Hajdu, announced the recipients of NICHI’s expression of need process to address the critical need for safe and affordable urban, rural and northern Indigenous housing projects in Manitoba.

37. Seven companies modernize and expand to drive growth

    Government of Canada support helps businesses in Dartmouth increase agility, competitiveness

38. Backgrounder: Seven companies modernize and expand to drive growth

    Fostering competitive, sustainable and inclusive economic growth bolsters regional wealth and improves quality of life for Atlantic Canadians.

39. NICHI announces Atlantic recipients of funding to advance critical Indigenous housing projects in urban, rural and northern areas and address urgent and unmet needs

    Today, National Indigenous Collaborative Housing Incorporated (NICHI) Chief Executive Officer John Gordon and Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, Patty Hajdu, announced the recipients of NICHI’s expression of need process to address the critical need for safe and affordable urban, rural and northern Indigenous housing projects in Atlantic Canada.

40. Competition Bureau seeks feedback on the new guidance for market studies

    Competition Bureau seeks feedback on the new guidance for market studies October 23, 2024 – GATINEAU (Québec), Competition Bureau

41. Death of an inmate from Bowden Institution

    On October 21, 2024, Caleb Head, an inmate from Bowden Institution, died while in our custody.

42. Statement by Minister Sean Fraser on Status of Negotiations with Provinces and Territories to Address Encampments

    As much progress as Canada makes to solve the housing crisis, it will not be over as long as there are people living in tents.

43. Businesses can now apply to Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative in the Prairie provinces

    Government of Canada invests $200 million to help businesses adopt AI and bring new technologies and solutions to market

44. Government of Canada to make an announcement supporting official languages in the country

    The Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Public Services and Procurement and Quebec Lieutenant, will announce a new partnership to increase our capacity to serve Canadians in both official languages.

45. Piloting New Ways to Make Homes More Energy-Efficient and Affordable

    Today, Parliamentary Secretary Julie Dabrusin, on behalf of the honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced a federal investment totalling $4.3 million for five projects , funded under the Greener Neighbourhoods Pilot Program (GNPP) and the Energy Innovation Program (EIP), to support and inform deep energy retrofits.

46. Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at the Donnacona Institution

    On October 17, 2024, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at the Donnacona Institution, a maximum-security federal institution.

47. Weekly Update on the Government’s Economic Plan

    The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance will provide an update on the government’s economic plan. She will be joined by the Minister of Public Services and Procurement and Quebec Lieutenant, Jean-Yves Duclos, and the Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, Randy Boissonnault.

48. Minister Boissonnault announces further Temporary Foreign Worker Program reforms to better protect the Canadian labour market and workers

    Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, announced targeted reforms to one of the TFW Program streams. Effective November 8, 2024, the starting hourly wage for workers coming into Canada through the high-wage stream will be increased to 20%, higher than its current level, which is the median wage in the applicable province or territory of work. This represents an increase to the existing threshold of between $5 and $8 per hour, depending on the province or territory of work.

49. Death of an inmate from Stony Mountain Institution

    On October 20, 2024, an inmate from Stony Mountain Institution died while in our custody. The individual’s name has been anonymized to comply with a court-ordered publication ban to protect the identity of the victims.

50. Parliamentary Secretary Jones represents Canada at 2024 Arctic Circle Assembly in Iceland

    This week, Yvonne Jones, Parliamentary Secretary (PS) to the Minister of Northern Affairs and to the Minister of National Defence (Northern Defence) and Member of Parliament for Labrador, participated in the Arctic Circle Assembly, held in Reykjavík, Iceland. Over three days from October 17 to 19, around 2,000 participants from over 70 countries gathered to discuss the future of the Arctic on the international stage.