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  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. On January 12, 2025, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Beaver Creek Institution, a multi-level security federal institution.
  4. 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.
  5. Zhiibaahaasing First Nation Chief Irene Sagon Kells and the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, are excited to mark the official groundbreaking of the community's new water treatment plant and major upgrades to its water distribution system.
  6. 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.
  7. Today, the Poplar Hill First Nation is joined by the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, to celebrate the community's connection to the Ontario power grid, marking an end to their community's reliance on expensive, emissions-intensive diesel-generated electricity.
  8. 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.
  9. 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.
  10. Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise users of a full overnight closure on the Burlington Canal Lift Bridge for the production of a motion picture.
  11. 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.
  12. On January 22, 2025, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, a package containing contraband and unauthorized items was seized at Collins Bay Institution, a multi-level security federal institution.
  13. The Honourable Steven MacKinnon, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Labour, on behalf of the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Public Services and Procurement and Quebec Lieutenant, will provide an update on how the Government is advancing its commitment to improve transportation and mobility in the National Capital Region with the addition of another interprovincial bridge in the east.
  14. Members of the media are invited to a public transit and housing announcement with the Honourable Nathaniel Erskine-Smith, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Small Business and Member of Parliament for Mississauga—Streetsville, and Her Worship Carolyn Parrish, Mayor of the City of Mississauga.
  15. Ms. Houle was appointed as Canada’s first Federal Housing Advocate in 2022, marking a new chapter in a career defined by her work in the affordable housing and homelessness sector. Ms. Houle is an experienced leader who is recognized for her community activism, expertise in human rights, and extensive knowledge of the housing and homelessness system.
  16. Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with the Honourable Jenna Sudds, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, the Honourable David McGuinty, Minister of Public Safety, and Mark Sutcliffe, Mayor of Ottawa.
  17. The Canadian Coast Guard advises residents in Owen Sound in Ontario that icebreaking operations may occur in the area on or around January 27, 2025.
  18. Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise motorists of an alternating lane closure on the LaSalle Causeway for maintenance work.
  19. Today, the Honourable Mark Holland, Canada’s Minister of Health, and the Honourable Sylvia Jones, Ontario’s Minister of Health, announced a bilateral agreement investing over $535 million to improve access to selected new drugs for rare diseases, and to support enhanced access to existing drugs, early diagnosis, and screening.
  20. Today, the Governments of Canada and the province of Ontario signed the National Strategy for Drugs for Rare Disease (DRD) agreement to invest over $535 million over three years to improve access to new drugs for rare diseases for Ontario residents and to support enhanced access to existing drugs, early diagnosis, and screening for rare diseases.
  21. Between January 12 and 20, 2025, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Warkworth Institution, a medium security federal institution.
  22. Fifteen First Nation partners and the Impact Assessment Agency of Canada have finalized the terms of reference for the conduct of the Regional Assessment in the Ring of Fire Area (traditionally referred to by local First Nations as Kawana ‘bi ‘kag), in northern Ontario. The terms set out how the co-led regional assessment will provide information on the impacts of any potential future development and reflects a joint commitment of all the parties to work cooperatively throughout the process. As such, it is an important milestone in the area's sustainable development and for Indigenous reconciliation in general.
  23. Today, Member of Parliament Adam van Koeverden, alongside Mayor Marianne Meed Ward, announced nearly $14 million in funding for Burlington’s public transit infrastructure through the Baseline Funding stream of the Canada Public Transit Fund (CPTF).
  24. The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing up to $7.18 million through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP) in 70 projects across the province to enhance and modernize dairy processing capacity and food safety.
  25. On January 13, 2025, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, a package containing contraband was seized at Joyceville Institution, a multi-level security federal institution.
  26. Today, the Honourable Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, announced up to $40 million for 170 women’s and Indigenous women’s organizations.
  27. Through the Women’s Capacity Fund, Women and Gender Equality Canada will provide funding to 170 women’s and Indigenous women’s organizations to strengthen their capacity and advance gender equality.
  28. FedDev Ontario invests $1 million in Cedar Valley Selections Inc. to support its expansion
  29. Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with the Honourable Karina Gould, Member of Parliament for Burlington, Pam Damoff, Member of Parliament for Oakville North—Burlington, Adam Van Koeverden, Member of Parliament for Milton, Her Worship Marianne Meed Ward, Mayor of the City of Burlington, Rory Nisan, Deputy Mayor for the Environment at the City of Burlington, and Jacqueline Johnson, Commissioner of Community Services at the City of Burlington.
  30. Between January 4 – 7, 2025, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Warkworth Institution, a medium security federal institution.
  31. Today, Member of Parliament Adam Van Koeverden, alongside Mayor Gordon Krantz, announced over $7.2 million in funding for the Town of Milton’s public transit infrastructure through the Baseline Funding stream of the Canada Public Transit Fund (CPTF).
  32. Protecting fresh water is crucial to building a cleaner, safer, sustainable future for all. The Hamilton region is a vital part of the Great Lakes ecosystem, supporting industry, commerce, recreation, and culture. The region also holds spiritual and cultural importance for Indigenous peoples.
  33. On January 12, 2025, James Gallant, an inmate from Warkworth Institution, died while in our custody.
  34. The Honourable Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth will announce funding for women’s and Indigenous women’s organizations.
  35. Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Adam Van Koeverden, Member of Parliament for Milton, and His Worship Gordon Krantz, Mayor of the Town of Milton.
  36. On January 1, 2025, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, a package containing contraband and unauthorized items was seized at Collins Bay Institution, a multi-level security federal institution.
  37. Yasir Naqvi, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Health, will announce funding under the Substance Use and Addictions Program.
  38. Protecting freshwater resources starts with empowering local initiatives to protect, restore, and conserve this vital resource. Investing in partner-led projects for environmental protection, restoration, and conservation bolsters Canada’s clean-growth economy and ensures the sustainability of freshwater resources for future generations.
  39. CBSA investigation leads to firearm manufacturing and possession charges for an Aurora man
  40. On January 5, 2025, during the 6:30 p.m. count, staff members in the minimum-security unit at Beaver Creek Institution discovered that Jamesie Kownirk was not accounted for.
  41. At 10:30 a.m. on January 2, 2025, inmate Jareth Gardipy-Taypotat was apprehended by the Nipigon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police.
  42. The Canadian Coast Guard advises residents in Midland in Ontario that the CCGS Griffon will carry out icebreaking operations in the Georgian Bay area on or around January, 7, 2025.
  43. Public Services and Procurement Canada acknowledges the importance of the LaSalle Causeway for local transportation and would like to provide an update of plans for the 2025 marine navigation season.
  44. Today in Scarborough, the Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, met with Canadians to highlight the government’s plan to put more money in Canadians’ pockets.
  45. Today in St. Catharines, the Honourable Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, Vance Badawey, Member of Parliament for Niagara Centre, and Chris Bittle, Member of Parliament for St. Catharines visited The Twisted Pig to highlight the government’s efforts to put more money in Canadians’ pockets.
  46. Today, the federal government announced an agreement to support people living without homes, including in encampments, in London.
  47. The Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, will make an announcement that will put more money in your pocket, so you can buy the things you need and save for the things you want.
  48. 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.
  49. 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.
  50. Today, we are proud to report on the Canada Border Services Agency’s enforcement and operational activities in the Southern Ontario Region (SOR), from January 1 to October 31, 2024.