Today, the Honourable Joanne Thompson, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, and Member of Parliament for St. John’s East, announced a federal investment of over $26.8 million to build a water supply, treatment and distribution system in the Town of Torbay.
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Federal government supports the advancement of the Hazel McCallion LRT Extension in Brampton
Reliable public transit is important to economic growth, reducing air pollution, and building affordable, connected communities.
2025 National Inventory Report supports Canadaâs climate plan is working: emissions have dropped to their lowest level in 27Â years (excluding pandemic years)
The federal government today published its final 2025 National Inventory Report, which tracks greenhouse gas emissions data between 1990–2023
Federal government invests in rural transit infrastructure in Whistler
The Resort Municipality of Whistler will benefit from improved transit infrastructure after a joint investment of $500,000.
Government of Canada investing nearly $2 million in economic development and diversification in the Superior East and Algoma areas
Terry Sheehan, Member of Parliament for Sault Ste. Marie, today announced a total FedNor investment of $1,825,250 in two projects in the Superior East and Algoma areas. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry.
Government of Canada announces support for Cedar LNG
Initiative is set to be the largest Indigenous majority-owned infrastructure project in Canada
Advancing gender equality and supporting victims and survivors of gender-based violence across Canada
Today, the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Canadian Culture and Identity, Parks Canada and Quebec Lieutenant, who is responsible for the Department of Women and Gender Equality, announced up to $5.9 million for seven projects that will advance gender equality.
Support for the Hudson Bay Railway and Port of Churchill Canada
Trade infrastructure and transportation corridors enable Canada to get its products to global markets. That is why the Government of Canada is making investments to open new potential markets through the Arctic and secure reliable surface transportation through northern Manitoba.
Federal government invests more than $10.1 million in community and housing enabling infrastructure in Memramcook
Today, Minister Dominic LeBlanc and Mayor Maxime Bourgeois announced a federal investment of more than $10.1 million for a new community recreation centre and expanded water infrastructure in Memramcook.
Canada imposes new sanctions against Venezuelan officials
Today, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Development, announced that Canada is imposing new sanctions against Venezuelan officials under the Special Economic Measures (Venezuela) Regulations.
Backgrounder: Canada imposes sanctions against Venezuelan officials involved in committing human rights violations and/or undermining Venezuelaâs democracy
Effective immediately, Canada is listing 8 individuals under the Special Economic Measures (Venezuela) Regulations who are current senior officials of the Venezuelan government and who have engaged in activities that directly or indirectly supported human rights violations in Venezuela and/or activities that undermine Venezuela’s democracy.
Statement on National Indigenous Water Operator Day 2025
Water connects all of us, and First Nation leaders and communities are at the forefront of protecting this sacred resource. On National Indigenous Water Operator Day, we acknowledge, celebrate, and thank all water operators for their commitment to delivering clean, safe, and reliable water to communities across Canada.
Ensuring long-term predictable public transit funding for BC Transit with over $189 million through the Canada Public Transit Fund
By working closely with its partners across Canada, the federal government is ensuring that more Canadians will be able to live near public transit, connecting them to jobs, services, and their communities.
Backgrounder: Ensuring long-term predictable public transit funding for BC Transit with over $189 million through the Canada Public Transit Fund
Through the new Canada Public Transit Fund (CPTF), the federal government is investing more than $189 million, allocated over ten years beginning in 2026. This annual public transit funding will support 33 transit systems being serviced by BC Transit. Long-term, predictable funding will upgrade, replace, or modernize public transit infrastructure for 33 transit systems serviced by BC Transit, and maintain them in a state of good repair.
Government of Canada welcomes proposal from Electra Battery Materials that will strengthen Canadaâs critical minerals value chain
Proposal would enable the production of cobalt sulfate
Government of Canada commits to supporting community infrastructure in EdmontonÂ
Today, the Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Member of Parliament for Edmonton Centre, announced a federal investment of up to $482,160 for a solar energy project in Edmonton through the Green and Inclusive Community Buildings program.
Canada and Manitoba Invest in Helping Homeowners Install Energy-Efficient Home Heating SystemsÂ
Today, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources and the Honourable Mike Moyes, Manitoba Environment and Climate Change Minister, announced a federal investment of approximately $7.9 million toward the Oil to Heat Pump Affordability program (OHPA) to support climate action in Manitoba and help low- to median-income homeowners reduce their energy bills. Including funds from Efficiency Manitoba, the Manitoba government is contributing up to $2.6 million toward the co-delivery of the OHPA program.
UN Declaration Act Action Plan Advisory Committee
The Indigenous-led, independent Action Plan Advisory Committee (APAC) will provide advice on the implementation of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (UN Declaration Act) Action Plan.
Government of Canada establishes Indigenous-Led Advisory Committee to advance UN Declaration Act implementation
Today, the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada and Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs announced the establishment of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (UN Declaration Act) Action Plan Advisory Committee (APAC).
Strengthening 2SLGBTQI+ communities to advance equality in Ontario and across Canada
Today, the Honourable Steven Guilbault, Minister of Canadian Culture and Identity, Parks Canada and Quebec Lieutenant, who is responsible for the Department for Women and Gender Equality, announced up to $1.4 million for four organizations. This funding will support their community-informed initiatives that address barriers and facilitate systemic change by developing knowledge, tools, and support for 2SLGBTQI+ communities across Canada.
Government of Canada announces the organization to establish and lead the National Autism Network
Today, the Honourable Kamal Khera, Minister of Health, announced over $6.3 million in funding over five years for the Sinneave Family Foundation to establish and lead the new National Autism Network, as a non-profit organization. Sinneave will collaborate with Autism Alliance of Canada and other partners to advance a shared mission to create a more inclusive and supportive Canada for Autistic people, their families and caregivers.
Celebrating 15 years of the National Shipbuilding Strategy and contributions from Ontario Shipyards
The National Shipbuilding Strategy (NSS) is a long-term commitment to renew the vessel fleets of the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) and the Canadian Coast Guard (CCG), create a sustainable shipbuilding sector and generate economic benefits for Canadians.
Strengthening 2SLGBTQI+ communities to advance equality in Québec and across Canada
Today, the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Canadian Culture and Identity, Parks Canada and Quebec Lieutenant, who is responsible for the Department for Women and Gender Equality, announced up to $718,000 for three Québec-based organizations.
Amplifying Acadian stories on Prince Edward Island
Federal support for upgrades to Village musical acadien will enhance visitor experience
Canadian fish and seafood highlighted at Seafood Expo North America
Bounded by three oceans—the Pacific, Arctic and Atlantic—Canada is home to the longest coastline and some of the best quality fish and seafood products. We are known for our high standards for sustainability and food safety. Our premium fish and seafood continues to be prized around the world.