The Government of Canada unveils new initiatives to support Black employees in the public service
Government of Canada’s Action Plan to support Black public servants
FREDERICTON — Jenica Atwin, Member of Parliament for Fredericton, will make an announcement concerning energy affordability for New Brunswick alongside the Honourable René Legacy, the provincial Minister of Finance and Treasury Board and Minister responsible for Energy. Media availability to follow.
The Honourable Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, will be in Winnipeg to announce new funding to help youth find and keep good jobs.
A fair and impartial criminal justice system is one that protects communities and respects the needs of victims while guarding against potential miscarriages of justice.
Jaime Battiste, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs and Minister responsible for the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency, announced funding to support Mi'kmaw Kina'matnewey in revitalizing the Mi'kmaw language in Nova Scotia
Foreign nationals looking to immigrate to Canada through the Northwest Territories Nominee Program (NTNP) must apply between 9 am MT on February 27 and 5 pm MT on March 6, for the 2025 intake. The NTNP will process 90 new applications, along with 60 applications submitted in 2024, to meet its overall 2025 nomination allocation […]
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The federal government is investing over $14 million to support communities in addressing homelessness in Nova Scotia, through Reaching Home: Canada’s Homelessness Strategy and the Unsheltered Homelessness and Encampments Initiative (UHEI).
Every year, volunteers across the country dedicate their time and resources to positively impact their communities. Canada’s Volunteer Awards highlight community leadership and aim to encourage people from across Canada to make a difference in their communities through volunteering, while developing innovative solutions to tackle social challenges.
It’s that time of year again! The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) officially launched tax-filing season on February 24. From now until April 30, most taxpayers will be getting their paperwork in order to file their 2024 income tax and benefit returns.
Canada’s long-term economic success depends on supporting workers through labour market transitions. Emerging industries and new technologies require workers to gain new skills needed by employers in growing sectors, and workers deserve support while gaining these skills.
Leslie Scanlon becomes Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to the State of Israel. Ms. Scanlon replaces Lisa Stadelbauer.
Municipality receives $100,000 in financial assistance from CED to develop a recreational tourism activity.
Leslie Scanlon (BJ Hons, Carleton University, 1986) worked in corporate communications in Japan after graduating from university.
Canada’s arts and culture organizations are making a big impact on the local economy, creating jobs and boosting tourism. The Government of Canada is amplifying its commitment to Atlantic Canada’s vibrant music industry with a significant investment in the East Coast Music Association (ECMA) Inc. to help create and enhance opportunities for growth and connection within the music industry.
Government to announce support for Atelier Gérard Beaulieu
The Honourable Jenna Sudds, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, will travel to Iqaluit from February 26 to 28.
Public transit and active transportation options in Port Hawkesbury are getting a boost after an investment of more than $900,000 from the federal, provincial and municipal governments.
Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Kody Blois, Member of Parliament for Kings–Hants and His Worship Dave Corkum, Mayor of the Municipality of the County of Kings.
The Honourable Steven MacKinnon, Member of Parliament for Gatineau, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Labour and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, on behalf of the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, and on behalf of the Honourable Pascale St-Onge, Minister of Tourism and Minister responsible for the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec (CED), along with Robert Bussière, Member for Gatineau, on behalf of the Minister of Economy, Innovation and Energy, Minister Responsible for Regional Economic Development and Minister Responsible for the Metropolis and the Montréal Region, Christine Fréchette, invite media representatives to a press conference regarding financial support for Gatineau SME Laiterie de l’Outaouais.
The Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs and Minister responsible for the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency, Gary Anandasangaree, issued the following statement today: “I was honoured to join Modern Treaty partners at this week’s Land Claims Agreements Coalition Conference, commemorating 50 years since the signing of the first Modern Treaty in Canada. We are proud of the progress we’ve made with Modern Treaty partners, creating new foundations for the revitalization of Indigenous self-governance, built on their unique identities and cultures. This anniversary is an opportunity for all people to learn about Modern Treaties and reflect on our shared journey towards reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples.
The Government of Canada, the province of British Columbia, and the Tsartlip and Tseycum First Nations – have signed the ŦE,ITḴEN,IST I SȽEW̱ÁL,NOṈET SĆȺ,Í, a joint statement that’s name translates to ‘Moving Forward and Speaking the Truth and Peace of Mind at Last’.
On February 20, 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.
On February 25, 2025, at about 11:40 a.m., Willow Cree Healing Lodge, a minimum-security federal institution, was notified that Leroy Desmond Daniels escaped during an escorted temporary absence in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.
The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, President of the King’s Privy Council for Canada and Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, along with Sherry Romanado, Parliamentary Secretary to the President of the King’s Privy Council for Canada and Minister of Emergency Preparedness, will present awards to over 100 distinguished recipients who have demonstrated exemplary service in the emergency management field, in one of four categories; Resilient Communities, Outstanding Contribution to Emergency Management, Youth, and Search and Rescue.