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1. Government of Canada to announce launch of 9-8-8: Suicide Crisis Helpline

   The Honourable Ya'ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health will launch the 9-8-8 service, which will provide people in Canada with access to mental health crisis and suicide prevention support.

2. Minister of Labour to provide an Economic Update at the Empire Club of Canada

   The Minister of Labour, Seamus O’Regan, will be in Toronto, Ontario to deliver remarks and participate in a discussion on the state of labour relations in Canada, and how business, labour and government can work together to address structural changes in the labour market and grow the economy.

3. The Government of Canada reaches a tentative agreement for the Research (RE) group

   The Government of Canada has reached a tentative agreement with the Professional Institute of the Public Service of Canada (PIPSC), for the Research (RE) group.

4. Minister Joly to speak with media following her recent participation at NATO

   The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will hold a virtual press conference to discuss her recent trip to Brussels to attend the NATO meeting.

5. Microbrasserie Les grands bois receives $730,000 in support

   The governments of Canada and Quebec are granting a total of $730,000 in financial assistance to brewing cooperative Microbrasserie Les grands bois as part of an expansion project with an estimated value of $2 million.

6. Government of Canada to support projects aimed at helping prevent and decrease substance use-related harms among young people

   Communities across the country have been touched by the unrelenting and tragic toxic drug and overdose crisis. The Government of Canada continues to take urgent action to help save lives and prevent harms from the toxic illegal drug supply as we work towards an end to this national public health crisis.

7. Samuel De Champlain Bridge: Special Illumination for the national tribute ceremony to Karl Tremblay

   This evening, the Samuel De Champlain Bridge will be lit up in blue and white from sunset to 1:00 a.m. for the national tribute ceremony to Les Cowboys Fringants singer Karl Tremblay and to recognize his great contribution to Quebec and French-Canadian culture.

8. Assault of an inmate at Atlantic Institution

   On November 23, 2023, an inmate was the victim of an assault at Atlantic Institution, a maximum security federal institution.

9. CANCELLED: Minister Wilkinson to Make a Green Buildings and Energy Efficiency Announcement

   The Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, will join the Federation of Canadian Municipalities and the Greater Victoria Housing Society to make a funding announcement to support energy efficiency for buildings across Victoria, British Columbia. This announcement follows the publication of the 2023 Fall Economic Statement, which prioritized housing and building a clean economy.

10. Federal government announces housing and transit investments in Manitoba 

    A federal investment of $348,161 will help repair affordable apartments and emergency homeless units in Brandon. The investment will also help Ste. Rose and District Handi-Van, the Town of Carberry and the Municipality of North Cypress – Langford purchase new accessible vehicles for public transit.

11. Lockdown and search at Mission Institution – Medium-security unit

    On November 24, 2023, a lockdown was put in place in the medium-security unit at Mission Institution, to enable staff members to conduct an exceptional search.

12. Seizures of contraband and unauthorized items at Cowansville Institution

    On November 22, 2023, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Cowansville Institution, a medium-security federal institution.

13. 2022–2023 Annual Report of the Office of the Taxpayers' Ombudsperson: Emphasis on the Taxpayer Bill of Rights

    OTTAWA, November 28, 2023 - Today, Canada’s Taxpayers’ Ombudsperson, Mr. François Boileau, released his annual report, Upholding Your Rights, which was tabled earlier today in the House of Commons by Ms. Iqra Khalid, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of National Revenue. The report provides an overview of the activities of the Office of the Taxpayers’ Ombudsperson (OTO) between April 1, 2022, and March 31, 2023.

14. Government of Canada to hold a technical briefing on Canada’s priorities, objectives, and planned activities for COP28

    Media representatives are advised that departmental officials from the Government of Canada will hold a bilingual technical briefing regarding Canada’s priorities, objectives, and planned activities for the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28)

15. Enhancing mental health supports for farmers and ranchers

    Farm families have improved access to mental health services and resources thanks to more support for the AgKnow Alberta Farm Mental Health Network.

16. Death of an inmate from Kent Institution

    On November 25, 2023, Dale Ahpay, an inmate from Kent Institution, died while in our custody.

17. Minister Beech Highlights Clean Economy Initiatives in Edmonton

    Today, the Honourable Terry Beech, Minister of Citizens' Services, met with groups in Edmonton to discuss how the government’s economic plan will build a robust, clean economy, as part of the 2023 Fall Economic Statement.

18. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Brandon

    Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Chris Bittle, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities and Member of Parliament for St. Catharines, and His Worship Jeff Fawcett, Mayor of Brandon.

19. Federal government supports 10 new crisis detox beds in downtown Winnipeg 

    The retrofitting of two buildings will create detox services at Lighthouse Mission, after an investment of more than $2.3 million from the federal government

20. Federal Cabinet ministers issue statement to urge collective action to end gender-based violence in Canada

    The Honourable Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, supported by federal cabinet ministers* issued this statement today to urge collective, whole-of-society action to end gender-based violence and to commemorate the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and the beginning of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence.

21. Minister Beech highlights how the Fall Economic Statement makes life more affordable for Manitoba families

    Today, the Honourable Terry Beech, Minister of Citizens' Services, met with community members in Winnipeg to discuss how the government’s economic plan is making life more affordable for Canadians, as part of the 2023 Fall Economic Statement.

22. Technologies, equipment eligible for the British Columbia On-Farm Technology Adoption Program

    The technologies and equipment must be new to the applicant and viable, commercialized and proven to help contribute to the profitability, productivity, or efficiency of an agricultural operation, including:

23. Canada, British Columbia supporting British Columbia farmers with access to technology

    B.C. farmers looking to grow their businesses in the face of rising costs are getting support for accessing new technologies from items such as robotic and automated equipment, farm management software and digital sensors, which will help them increase production, efficiency and profitability.

24. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Winnipeg

    Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Ben Carr, Member of Parliament for Winnipeg South Centre; the Honourable Bernadette Smith, Manitoba’s Minister of Housing, Addictions & Homelessness, Minister responsible for Mental Health, and Member of the Legislative Assembly for Point Douglas; His Worship Scott Gillingham, Mayor of Winnipeg; and Peter McMullen, Director of Lighthouse Mission.

25. Assault of an inmate at Kent Institution

    On November 20, 2023, an inmate was the victim of an assault at Kent Institution, a maximum-security federal institution.

26. Governments strengthening agriculture and food sector in Northern Ontario

    $1.65 million investment supporting research at Lakehead University Agricultural Research Station

27. The Governments of Canada and Quebec sign bilateral agreement to address gender-based violence

    Today, on the eve of the days of activism against gender-based violence, the Honourable Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, and Martine Biron, Quebec’s Minister Responsible for the Status of Women, announced an agreement to address gender-based violence.

28. Backgrounder – The Governments of Canada and Quebec sign bilateral agreement to end gender-based violence

    Addressing gender-based violence (GBV) is a priority for the Government of Quebec, and it has made significant investments to end violence against women. In 2022, it launched the Integrated Government Strategy to Counteract Sexual Violence and Domestic Violence, and to Rebuild Trust 2022–2027 (Integrated Violence Strategy).

29. CBSA officers intercept cannabis being exported to the Caribbean

    CBSA officers intercept cannabis being exported to the Caribbean

30. Government of Canada and CAMH to provide information on 9-8-8 service

    Government of Canada officials, along with officials from the Centre of Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH), will hold a technical briefing to provide details about the upcoming launch of 9-8-8: Suicide Crisis Helpline.

31. Government of Canada officials to provide background briefing on the CUSMA dairy decision

    Officials from Global Affairs Canada will offer a background briefing following the release of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) dairy tariff rate quotas Panel decision.

32. Minister Boissonnault to highlight the 2023 Fall Economic Statement­—the next phase of the federal government’s economic plan to build an economy that works for all Canadians

    The Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, Randy Boissonnault will host an event at Habesha African Market to highlight how the 2023 Fall Economic Statement will take action to make life more affordable for Canadians.

33. Government of Canada celebrates graduates of Sivuliqtiunirmut Ilinniarniq Leadership Training for Nunavut Inuit

    Inuit employment in the Government of Canada is central to building prosperity for Inuit in Nunavut and is a vital part of Canada’s responsibilities under the Nunavut Agreement and commitments to reconciliation.

34. The Governments of Canada and Quebec sign bilateral agreement to end gender-based violence

    On November 24, the Honourable Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, along with the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Public Services and Procurement and Member of Parliament for Québec; Martine Biron, Quebec’s Minister of International Relations and La Francophonie and Minister Responsible for the Status of Women; and Isabelle Lecours, Member for Lotbinière-Frontenac and Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Education, will announce a bilateral agreement to end gender-based violence in Quebec.

35. Minister O’Regan recognizes employers’ outstanding achievements in making their workplaces diverse and inclusive

    Building more diverse and inclusive workplaces makes Canada’s workforce stronger. By breaking down barriers, organizations can build a strong foundation for success and create a workplace where employees feel valued, motivated, and empowered to achieve their full potential.

36. Employment Equity Achievement Awards 2023

    The Employment Equity Achievement Awards recognize federally regulated private-sector employers and federal contractors for their efforts in implementing employment equity in their workplaces

37. The governments of Canada and Nova Scotia invest in a new roundabout in Truro

    There will be a new roundabout at the intersection of McClures Mills Road and Willow Street in Truro thanks to the combined investment of $2.8 million from the Government of Canada, the Government of Nova Scotia, and the Town of Truro. Announced by David Ritcey, Member of the Legislative Assembly for Truro-Bible Hill-Millbrook-Salmon River, and Bill Mills, Mayor of the Town of Truro, this project will ensure a safer and quicker commute for residents of Truro.

38. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in the Town of Truro

    Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with David Ritcey, Member of the Legislative Assembly for Truro-Bible Hill-Millbrook-Salmon River, and His Worship, Bill Mills, Mayor of the Town of Truro.

39. TicketNetwork to pay $825,000 penalty to settle misleading advertising concerns in the ticket resale market

    TicketNetwork to pay $825,000 penalty to settle misleading advertising concerns in the ticket resale market November 21, 2023 – GATINEAU, (Quebec) – Competition Bureau

40. Canada launches an Indigenous Advisory Process on broader reform of the Indian Act

    Today, we are establishing an Indigenous Advisory Process to inform the upcoming Collaborative Process on second-generation cut-off and section 10 vote thresholds. This process is the next step in the co-development of reforms to address registration inequities that remain within the Indian Act.

41. The governments of Canada and British Columbia invest in a wastewater treatment strategy in the Village of Daajing Giids

    Daajing Giids will improve compliance with regulatory wastewater requirements and enhance its capacity to protect fish and shellfish habitat, thanks to the combined investment of more than $1.5 million from the governments of Canada and British Columbia and the Village of Daajing Giids. Announced by Minister Sean Fraser, Minister Anne Kang, and Mayor Lisa Pineault, this project will safeguard the health of the community and nearby ecosystems.

42. Government of Canada launches call for proposals for the Sustainable Development Goals Funding Program 

    Government of Canada launches call for proposals for the Sustainable Development Goals Funding Program

43. Shoppers, beware of cyber scams this Black Friday and Cyber Monday, federal partners warn

    The Communications Security Establishment (CSE), the Get Cyber Safe campaign, the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (CAFC) and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) are reminding Canadian consumers to be vigilant for cyber threats while shopping online this Black Friday and Cyber Monday.

44. Second meeting between leaders of national Indigenous organizations and federal, provincial and territorial ministers of Indigenous Affairs concludes in Ottawa

    National Indigenous leaders and federal, provincial and territorial Indigenous Affairs Ministers conclude meeting in Ottawa focusing on economic reconciliation. @GCIndigenous

45. Call for proposals launched under the Supporting Black Canadian Communities Initiative

    Today, Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, Kamal Khera, announced that $21.5 million has been allocated to the Black-led National Funders network in a third round of funding.

46. Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Mountain Institution

    On November 15, 2023, correctional officers at Mountain Institution, a medium-security federal institution, intercepted inmates who were attempting to introduce contraband and unauthorized items into the institution.

47. Canada Summer Jobs 2024: Application period for employers begins November 21, 2023

    When young people have the skills and experience they need to join the workforce, communities and the economy both benefit. That is why the Government of Canada supports youth at every stage of their journey towards a bright future through its comprehensive array of youth programming, that includes Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ).

48. Samuel De Champlain Bridge: Special Illumination for National Child Day

    This evening, the Samuel De Champlain Bridge will be lit up in blue from sunset to 1:00 a.m. to mark National Child Day.

49. Canada Summer Jobs 2024

    Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) is part of the Youth Employment and Skills Strategy, which is the Government of Canada’s commitment to help young people—particularly those facing barriers to employment—get the information and gain the skills, work experience and abilities they need to transition successfully into the labour market.

50. Government of Canada Launches $1.5-Billion Critical Minerals Infrastructure Fund

    That is why, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, announced the launch of the Call for Proposals (CFP) of the Critical Minerals Infrastructure Fund (CMIF). The CMIF will address key infrastructure gaps to enable sustainable critical minerals production and to connect resources to markets. With up to $1.5 billion available over seven years, the fund will support clean energy and electrification initiatives as well as transportation and infrastructure projects that will enable the sustainable development of Canada’s critical minerals.