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On Tuesday, February 11, 2025, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Canada, chaired a Women Foreign Ministers Meeting, during which the gravity of the situation facing women and girls in Afghanistan was discussed.
“Today, we commemorate the fourth anniversary of the Declaration Against Arbitrary Detention in State-to-State Relations, marking a significant milestone. Eighty countries and entities from all corners of the world have now endorsed the declaration, demonstrating a powerful and growing global consensus against the use of individuals as bargaining chips in diplomatic disputes.
February 15 is National Flag of Canada Day
The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, concluded a productive visit to Bangladesh and Indonesia, reinforcing Canada’s commitment to sustainable development, climate action and cooperation with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and countries in the broader Indo-Pacific region. These development initiatives strengthen local communities while benefiting the global economy and Canada’s security and prosperity.
The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, announced $56.8 million in new funding for projects to support the Indo-Pacific region in the areas of gender equality, Rohingya refugees, health and economic growth and to strengthen Canada’s partnership with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).
The Government of Canada honours the national historic significance of the Colored Hockey League of the Maritimes
The government reaffirms its firm commitment as an active and determined partner to support the principles of the 2005 UNESCO Convention on the Protection and Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions in a digital world
Members of the media are invited to an announcement on the Unsheltered Homelessness and Encampments Initiative with Dr. Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for the Yukon, the Honourable Tracy-Anne McPhee, Minister of Health and Social Services and Minister of Justice, and, speaking on behalf of the Yukon Housing Corporation, Minister John Streicker.
Today, Chris Forbes, Deputy Minister of Finance, hosted a briefing with Canadian industry and labour stakeholders, as well as provincial and territorial representatives, on Canada-U.S. economic issues. Arun Alexander, Canada’s Deputy Ambassador to the United States of America, also joined the call.
Today, the Honourable Ya'ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, announced consultations on the implementation of additional controls for three precursor chemicals that can be used in the production of illegal drugs.
The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, will be joined by the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, at a chat organized by the Chambre de commerce de Matane.
My colleagues at the CRTC have described our approach as being based on three pillars—high-quality content, a sustainable system, and clear and predictable rules. To give you some background on where we’re at and where we are heading, I will touch on each of these in turn.
Tonight , the Samuel De Champlain Bridge will be lit up in red, pink and white from sunset to 1:00 a.m. to celebrate Valentine’s Day.
The Honourable Jenna Sudds, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, joined by the Honourable Terry Duguid, Minister of Sport and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada, and the Honourable Tracy Schmidt, Manitoba’s Minister of Education and Early Childhood Learning, will announce the creation of new affordable child care spaces in Winnipeg.
Canadians across the country deserve and expect reliable health care. That’s just as true in urban cities as it is in rural and remote communities where far too many people face steep barriers to care. Ending that divide requires investing in the people who deliver essential services, no matter where they live.
Today, the Honourable Ruby Sahota, Minister of Democratic Institutions and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), announced a combined investment of over $16 million to help six life sciences organizations as they develop and expand their manufacturing capabilities, commercialize new products, and create new programming to scale life sciences SMEs across southern Ontario.
Six life sciences organizations expand manufacturing capabilities and commercialize innovations
lease be advised that the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs, will deliver an apology on behalf of the Government of Canada to Inuit families impacted by the Dundas Harbour relocations between 1934 and 1948.
The Honourable Darren Fisher, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, will present the Minister of Veterans Affairs Commendation to three recipients from the Vancouver Area. Minister Fisher and recipients will be available for a brief media availability following the ceremony.
The Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, at GLOBExCHANGE 2025
Southern Ontario is a leader in the growing electric vehicle (EV) sector and is home to world-class manufacturers driving innovation across the supply chain. These businesses are developing cutting-edge, technologies and solidifying Canada’s leadership on the world stage in the EV market.
Today, the Honourable Ruby Sahota, Minister of Democratic Institutions and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario) announced a combined investment of over $10 million for seven manufacturers to enhance products to support the growing EV sector.
The diversity and vastness of Canada’s landscapes offer a unique challenge when it comes to search and rescue (SAR) operations, and regular improvements are key to saving people when they are in distress.
The diversity and vastness of Canada’s landscapes offer a unique challenge when it comes to search and rescue (SAR) operations, and regular improvements are key to saving people when they are in distress.