A state-of-the-art scientific facility is now open, setting a new standard for plant health science and bolstering Canada's trade and agriculture sectors.
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Government of Canada and Ottawa Police Service announce new dedicated Parliamentary District police presence
The Government of Canada is committed to keeping our nation’s Parliamentary Precinct and nearby premises safe, secure, open and accessible for those who work, live in and visit the area.
Government of Canada announces two initiatives to combat tobacco-related harms
Government of Canada announces the new Tobacco Charges Regulations
MP Hanley announces over $1.6 million investment to expand local food systems in the Yukon
Dr. Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for the Yukon, on behalf of the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs and Minister responsible for CanNor, announced a contribution of over $1.6 million in five infrastructure projects to grow, preserve, prepare and supply food in the Yukon.
CanNor announces over $1.6 million to expand local food systems in the Yukon
Dr. Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for the Yukon, on behalf of the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs and Minister responsible for CanNor, announced an investment of over $1.6 million in five infrastructure projects to grow, preserve and supply food in the Yukon.
NEW funding opportunities: Canada Water Agency invites applications for actions aimed at freshwater protection and sustainability
Freshwater protection and sustainability start with empowering local initiatives focused on taking action. Investing in partner-led projects for environmental protection, restoration, and conservation bolsters Canada’s clean-growth economy and ensures sustainable freshwater resources for future generations.
Fighting for Canadian workers and businesses
Earlier this week, the United States administration imposed unjustified tariffs on Canada, disrupting a successful trading partnership and raising costs for Americans and Canadians alike. As the federal government, we will use every tool at our disposal so Canadian businesses and workers can weather this storm. We will defend Canadian jobs.
Federal funding to help increase opportunities for women in business and build a more resilient economy for everyone in Canada
Today, the Honourable Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, highlighted $1,019,240 for the organization Conscious Economics, and their project, HeARTwork: Advancing Women in Business.
Supporting community-based organizations who are helping address tobacco harms
To help support the response to tobacco related harms, the Government of Canada has announced more than $11.8 million in funding for 8 community-led projects through Health Canada's Substance Use and Addictions Program (SUAP).
Canada announces new sanctions against Myanmar military regime
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced sanctions against 13 Myanmar senior government officials and 3 entities for undermining the peace, security and stability of the country and contributing to gross human rights violations.
Backgrounder: additional sanctions for Myanmar
Effective immediately, Canada is imposing sanctions against the following individuals and entities for undermining the peace, security and stability of the country and contributing to gross human rights violations.
Governments of Canada and Quebec join forces to conserve more marine areas in QuebecÂ
Governments of Canada and Quebec join forces to conserve more marine areas in Quebec.
March 2025: State of the Express Entry pool
Express Entry draws have seen an uptick in activity since the start of 2025, with Canada already holding the first draw of March through the system. In the first two months of the year, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued more than 17,000 invitations to apply (ITAs). Trends within the types of Express Entry […]
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The governments of Canada and British Columbia sign an agreement to address homelessness
Today, the federal government and the Government of British Columbia announced that an agreement to support people experiencing homelessness, including sheltering in encampments, has been signed as part of the Unsheltered Homelessness and Encampments Initiative (UHEI).
Federal government unveils designs as part of the Housing Design Catalogue
Today, the federal government released the final renderings, floor plan layouts, and key building details as part of the Housing Design Catalogue, an initiative under Canada’s Housing Plan. The catalogue features some 50 standardized housing designs for rowhouses, fourplexes, sixplexes, and accessory dwelling units across the country.
Minister Guilbeault welcomes new Youth Council members
Today, the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, announced the members of the next cohort of the Environment and Climate Change Youth Council (ECCYC)
Government of Canada moves closer to establishing the Miscarriage of Justice Review Commission
Today, the Honourable Arif Virani, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, announced that important measures to establish the Miscarriage of Justice Review Commission are now in effect. Minister Virani also announced Winnipeg as the location for the commission’s headquarters.
Festivals in Hamilton grow and expand into new regions with Government of Canada investment through Tourism Growth Program
Three festivals expand and enhance to fuel growth in local Hamilton and surrounding area economy
Launching the Canada Rental Protection Fund
Today, the Government of Canada announced the launch of a $1.47 billion fund to protect affordable rental housing.
Ministers MacKinnon, Ng and Valdez announce supports for Canadian businesses and workers in response to U.S. tariffsÂ
Ministers MacKinnon, Ng and Valdez announce supports for Canadian businesses and workers in response to U.S. tariffs
Government of Canada investment to bring 300 new jobs to Gatineau
Establishment of new Telesat campus in Gatineau to create high-skilled jobs and boost new space economy.
Government of Canada announces funding to advance scientific research on MSX disease in oysters
Recent detections of MSX disease, or multinucleate sphere unknown X (MSX), in Prince Edward Island (P.E.I.) and New Brunswick, have posed significant challenges for the oyster industry across Atlantic Canada.
Healthy meals for students in Quebec
School food programs prevent food insecurity, provide healthy meals to kids throughout the school year and foster academic success.
Canada and Uruguay agree to negotiate a modernized FIPA
Canada is committed to diversifying its trade relationships and improving its commercial partnerships around the world. The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, today announced the launch of negotiations to modernize the 1999 Foreign Investment Promotion and Protection Agreement (FIPA) between Canada and Uruguay.
Minister Hussen renews Canadaâs pledge for global health and lifesaving vaccinesÂ
Vaccines work. They save lives, protect the most vulnerable – especially children – and make the world safer for everyone. Unfortunately, 1 in 5 children around the world lack access to pre-existing vaccines and an estimated 1.5 million children die from vaccine-preventable illness every year.