Media are invited to join Yukon Member of Parliament Brendan Hanley, Yukon Premier Ranj Pillai, Kwanlin Dün First Nation Chief Sean Uyenets'echᶖa Smith, Minister of Tourism and Culture John Streicker and Yukon Convention Bureau President Eddie Rideout for a joint funding announcement related to the Yukon Gathering Place, the proposed convention centre to be built on the Whitehorse waterfront.
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Federal government announces investments in two major transit infrastructure projects in Quebec
Today, the Government of Canada is announcing an additional federal contribution of more than $1.1 billion to help complete the Quebec City tramway and Montréal Metro Blue line extension projects. These investments in critical infrastructure are essential to help build the strongest economy in the G7.
Canada and three Innu First Nations Sign a consultation protocol to strengthen Nation-to-Nation dialogue
Today, the Chiefs Gilbert Dominique, Martin Dufour et Réal Tettaut of the Innu First Nations of Pekuakamiulnuatsh, Essipit and Nutashkuan and the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada and Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs, emphasized that the signing of this protocol marks a renewed commitment to a Nation-to-Nation relationship based on recognition of rights, respect, and collaboration.
Federal government invests in water and wastewater infrastructure to support more housing across the country
Today, the Honourable Nathaniel Erskine-Smith, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, announced a federal investment of over $369.5 million through the Canada Housing Infrastructure Fund (CHIF) direct delivery stream to build or improve the essential infrastructure needed to promote new housing supply and increase density across the country.
Backgrounder: Federal government invests in water and wastewater infrastructure to support more housing
The federal government announced an investment of over $369.57 million through the Canada Housing Infrastructure Fund (CHIF) to improve infrastructure and support housing across the country.
HMCS Harry DeWolf returns from Operation CARIBBE
Today, His Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) Harry DeWolf and its crew arrived at their home port in Halifax, Nova Scotia, returning to their families and loved ones after a highly successful deployment to the Caribbean Sea.
Federal government announces support for cutting-edge, AI- and robotics-enabled cell and gene therapy manufacturing
OmniaBio’s expanded facility in Hamilton seeks to drive a 5X increase in manufacturing efficiency while reducing production and supply costs by up to 50%, facilitating patient access to life-saving treatments for chronic diseases, including cancer
Canadian Dental Care Plan expands to include millions of new eligible Canadians
Today, the Honourable Kamal Khera, Minister of Health, accompanied by the Honourable Ali Ehsassi, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Services and Procurement announced that all remaining eligible Canadians aged 18 to 64 years-old will be able to apply for the CDCP in May 2025; with coverage starting as early as June 1, 2025.
Statement by the Honourable Terry Duguid, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, on World Water Day
On this World Water Day, we reaffirm our commitment to protecting Canada’s fresh water.
Canada ranked happiest country in the G7
Canada has been ranked the happiest country among the G7 in the 2025 World Happiness Report. Canada has performed well in these rankings year-over-year, consistently ranking among the happiest countries in both the G7 and G20. Join the Angus Reid Forum and get $5 in points! 2025 World Happiness Ranking Canada ranked 18th in the […]
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Statement by Minister Hajdu on Jordanâs Principle funding
Today, our Government announced the continued funding for 2025-2026 of Jordan’s Principle. The funding will support requests for products, services, and supports for families, communities, and organizations made through Jordan’s Principle for First Nations children in the year to come.
Federal government invests to improve infrastructure that will support more housing in Sudbury
Today, Viviane Lapointe, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Official Languages and Associate Minister of Public Safety and Member of Parliament for Sudbury and Sudbury Mayor Paul Lefebvre announced federal funding up to almost $28 million to improve water and wastewater infrastructure in Sudbury.
Federal industrial carbon pricing delivers 38 new innovative and clean technology projects across Canada
Today, the Honourable Terry Duguid, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, announced investments of nearly $150 million from Canada’s Output-Based Pricing System (OBPS) Proceeds Fund in 38 Decarbonization Incentive Program (DIP) projects in the four provinces where the federal OBPS applied in 2019 to current.
IRCC invites 7500 Express Entry candidates in second draw of the week
Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITAs) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 7,500 ITAs to candidates in a French language proficiency draw. To be considered for this draw, candidates needed a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 379, and to have created an Express […]
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Minister Champagne meets with provincial and territorial Finance Ministers
Canada is strongest when all orders of government work together. The Minister welcomed the active role of the premiers and their provincial and territorial governments in addressing the tariff issue.
Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation, Nigig Nibi Ki-win Gamik, Canada, and Ontario reach coordination agreement to support Pikwakanagan-led child and family services
Today, the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation, its child and family well-being agency, Nigig Nibi Ki-win Gamik, and the governments of Canada and Ontario are celebrating the signing of a coordination agreement pursuant to An Act respecting First Nations, Inuit and Métis children, youth and families.
Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Drumheller Institution â medium security unit
On March 14, 2025, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized in the medium-security unit at Drumheller Institution.
Ontario vacationer fined $5,500 for overfishing oysters without a valid licence
On February 21, 2025, in Courtenay Provincial Court, the Honourable Judge B. Hutcheson found Scarborough resident Raul Dumelod guilty of catching and retaining oysters over the daily limit, and of fishing without a valid licence in Buckley Bay, British Columbia (B.C.). Dumelod was charged in August of 2024 and fined a total of $5,500.
Government of Canada to provide updates on dental care
The Honourable Kamal Khera, Minister of Health, will make an announcement about the Canadian Dental Care Plan.
Canada provides funding to respond to crises in Sudan and Democratic Republic of Congo
Canada recognizes that the world is grappling with increasing geopolitical uncertainty, with conflicts spanning several continents impacting millions of people. This is why Canada is dedicated to doing its part to support those in need by collaborating with trusted and reliable partners on international assistance efforts.
The Government of Canada invests over $107 million to help stop gun violence and fight crime in Québec
Today, the Honourable David McGuinty, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, announced that the Government of Canada is investing $107.3 million to fight crime in Quebec.
The governments of Canada and Northwest Territories finalize a ten-year agreement for the Canada Housing Infrastructure Fund
The governments of Canada and Northwest Territories have finalized a 10-year agreement under the Canada Housing Infrastructure Fund (CHIF).
Governments of Canada and Yukon invest over $11.1 million to enhance water services in Mayo and Whitehorse
The Village of Mayo and City of Whitehorse will see improvements to water service through two projects after a joint investment of more than $11.1 million from the federal and territorial governments.
Government of Canada commits up to $396,000 to support community infrastructure in Edmonton
Today, the Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Member of Parliament for Edmonton Centre, announced a federal investment of up to $396,000 for Crestwood Hall HVAC and Envelope Upgrades in Alberta through the Green and Inclusive Community Buildings program.
Government of Canada signs bilateral agreement with Quebec for Drugs for Rare Diseases
Today, the Honourable Kamal Khera, Canada’s Minister of Health, announced an agreement with Quebec investing over $305 million to support access to new and existing drugs, early diagnosis, and screening for rare diseases and Quebec’s Action Plan on Rare Diseases 2023-2027.