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
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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.
Canadaâs industrial carbon pricing system delivers nearly $150 million in new support for dozens of innovative Canadian clean technology projects across provinces, originating from pollution proceeds
On March 21, 2025, Environment and Climate Change Canada announced that nearly $150 million from the Output-Based Pricing System (OBPS) Proceeds Fund is being used to benefit 38 projects from the Decarbonization Incentive Program (DIP).
Canada and First Nations in the Prairies reach agreements on critical Agricultural Benefit claims
Today, the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada and Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs, is pleased to announce a third wave of agricultural benefit-specific claim settlements has been reached with First Nations this fiscal year.
Government of Canada announces funding for the Canadian Human Trafficking Hotline
Today, the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, announced $12.5 million through to 2028 to support the continued operation of the Canadian Human Trafficking Hotline – a vital part of the Government of Canada’s plan to combat human trafficking.
Statement by Minister Hajdu on extension of the Inuit Child First Initiative
The Minister of Indigenous Services, Patty Hajdu, issued the following statement today
TransLink to receive over $1.5 billion over ten years for public transit projects in the Metro Vancouver region
The federal government is investing in public transit projects across the country to ensure that more Canadians connected to jobs, services, and their communities. These sustained infrastructure investments are key to growing the strongest economy in the G7.
Samuel De Champlain Bridge: Special Illumination for Earth Hour
On March 22, the architectural lighting of the Samuel De Champlain Bridge will be switched off from 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. in support of Earth Hour. Safety lighting will remain on.