The Honourable Dominic LeBlanc President of the Queen’s Privy Council for Canada and Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, on behalf of the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry and the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA), will announce funding to support a research cluster for small modular reactors (SMRs) in New Brunswick.

Today, Andy Fillmore, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Infrastructure and Communities and Member of Parliament for Halifax, on behalf of the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, and the Honourable Zach Churchill, Minister of Health and Wellness, announced funding for six projects that will renovate and rehabilitate several hospitals and medical facilities to improve COVID-19 safety measures.

Joint federal and provincial funding through the Investing in Canada infrastructure plan will support hospital and medical institute infrastructure improvement projects in the Regional Municipality of Halifax.

Across the country, families, businesses, and communities are feeling the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. Together, Canada and Ontario are working to reduce the impact of the pandemic, ensure health and safety, rebuild businesses, and promote job creation, growth and investment.

Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, issued the following statement: “I would like to congratulate Katherine Tai on her historic confirmation as the new United States trade representative. Ambassador Tai has extensive experience and deep knowledge of matters of international trade.

Government of Canada to announce investment in Huntsman Marine Science Centre

Access to justice is a fundamental Canadian value and is key to a fair and just society, and all Canadians must have the confidence that the justice system is there to protect and not harm them.

The health and safety of Canadians are top priorities for the governments of Canada and Nova Scotia. Communities across Canada are on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic, and need immediate assistance to ensure their public infrastructure is safe and reliable.

Growing trade and investment partnerships between Canada and the dynamic economies of Africa is more important than ever as businesses recover from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Established in 2009, the Quartier des Spectacles Partnership’s (QDSP) Lighting Plan represents a central component, indeed a flagship activity in downtown Montréal. To continue to offer this exceptional hosting environment for festivals and to ensure a tourism experience at the level of what major international urban centres propose, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages and Minister responsible for CED, is today announcing a non repayable contribution of $2.5M for the QDSP.

“It has been just over 110 days since we made the offer to the provinces to improve AgriStability. We are asking for a clear indication from the three Prairie provinces whether they will sign on or not.

The safety and well-being of Canadians are top priorities of the governments of Canada and British Columbia. Investments in public transit during this extraordinary time help support regional economies, and make our communities more inclusive and resilient.

Members of the media are invited to attend an important virtual infrastructure event with the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Federal Minister of Infrastructure and Communities; David Piccini, Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Colleges and Universities, and Member of Provincial Parliament for Northumberland—Peterborough South, on behalf of the Honourable Laurie Scott, Ontario’s Minister of Infrastructure; and His Worship Bob Sanderson, Mayor of Port Hope.

WD funding is helping keep workers safe and food fresh in 13 of Western Canada's freshwater fisheries.

On March 17th, 2021, Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement on COVID-19.

Today, Bryan May, Member of Parliament for Cambridge, on behalf of the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Federal Minister of Infrastructure and Communities; Mike Harris, Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Natural Resources and Forestry and Member of Provincial Parliament for Kitchener—Conestoga, on behalf of the Honourable Laurie Scott, Ontario’s Minister of Infrastructure; and Her Worship, Sue Foxton, Mayor of North Dumfries, announced joint funding for improvements to outdoor recreation facilities in the Township of North Dumfries.

Joint federal, provincial, and municipal funding through the Investing in Canada plan will support improvements to three recreation infrastructure projects in the Township of North Dumfries.

The Honourable Deb Schulte, Minister of Seniors and Member of Parliament for King–Vaughan, on behalf of the Honourable Maryam Monsef, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Rural Economic Development, will announce a federal investment to improve high-speed Internet access in rural King Township, Ontario. A media availability will follow the announcement.

Marcus Powlowski, Member of Parliament, Thunder Bay—Rainy River, on behalf of the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages and Minister responsible for FedNor, today announced a Government of Canada investments totalling $848,748 to help three local businesses expand their operations, enhance competitiveness and boost profitability. Once complete, these strategic initiatives are expected to help create 22 high-quality jobs in the City of Thunder Bay.

Marcus Powlowski, Member of Parliament, Thunder Bay—Rainy River, on behalf of the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages and Minister responsible for FedNor, today announced a FedNor investment of $848,748 in support of three strategic initiatives that will help advanced manufacturers scale up, enhance productivity and increase sales. Once complete, these projects are expected to help create 22 high-quality jobs in the City of Thunder Bay.

The Government of Canada is committed to working with the mining industry to encourage innovation and generate growth while supporting environmental standards and responsible business conduct.

Government of Canada investment helping the fish and seafood sector in Western Nova Scotia remain strong

Gatineau, Quebec, 17 March 2020 — The Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) confirms the receipt of the final safety investigation report into the downing of Ukraine International Airlines Flight 752 (PS752) from the Aircraft Accident Investigation Board (AAIB) of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and will hold a news conference to provide its comments.

From March 20 to 26, 2021, the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) will be conducting an arctic air defence exercise.

The COVID-19 pandemic is having a significant impact on remote communities that depend on small air carriers for essential goods, services, and for access in and out of the community.