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Today, Hindu communities in Canada and around the world celebrate Holi, the Festival of Colours, with renewed energy and spirit. This ancient festival, marking the end of winter and the beginning of spring, takes on special significance this year as...

An efficient and reliable transportation system is essential to making life more affordable for Canadians. Investing in more efficient and resilient supply chains will ensure that Canadian consumers have access to the affordable goods they need, when...

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) wants to make it easier for those who are deaf, hard-of-hearing or speech impaired to get their tax and benefit answers. That is why the CRA, in partnership with the Canadian Administrator of Video Relay Service (CAV),...

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on Holi: "Today, we join Hindu communities in Canada and around the world to celebrate Holi, also known as the Festival of Colours. "Holi symbolizes renewal, forgiveness, and...

On March 27, Canadian Space Agency (CSA) astronaut Jeremy Hansen will give a virtual presentation to University of British Columbia (UBC) staff and students. Jeremy will talk about Canada's role in lunar exploration, and Artemis II, where he...

Arielle Kayabaga, Member of Parliament for London West, on behalf of the Honourable Ya'ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, will announce funding under the Substance Use and Addictions Program (SUAP) to...

Viviane Lapointe, Member of Parliament (Sudbury), will announce an important investment in arts and culture in Sudbury on Monday. She will make this announcement on behalf of the Honourable Pascale St?Onge, Minister of Canadian Heritage. Please note...

Joanne Thompson, Member of Parliament (St. John's East), will announce funding for First Light Friendship Centre on Tuesday. She will make this announcement on behalf of the Honourable Pascale St-Onge, Minister of Canadian Heritage, and the...

The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, will be in New York March 25th and 26th as part of Team Canada's U.S. engagement strategy. The Minister will meet with key business leaders, including the Vice...

The Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, Randy Boissonnault, will be delivering remarks at the Solutions to workforce challenges Forum. This forum will showcase workforce-related solutions intended to better equip the...

Media are invited to join the Honourable Pablo Rodriguez, Minister of Transport and Quebec Lieutenant on behalf of the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, France-Élaine Duranceau, Minister responsible for...

On March 25, the Honourable Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, and the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada and Minister responsible for the...

Note: All times local Greater Toronto Area, Ontario 5:45 p.m.        The Prime Minister will deliver remarks at a community event in honour of the Prime Minister of Greece, Kyriakos Mitsotakis. Note for media: Pooled coverageThis document is also...

The Minister of Transport and Quebec Lieutenant, Pablo Rodriguez, will announce an investment under the National Trade Corridors Fund for a project at the Port of Montreal that will strengthen supply chain efficiency and resiliency and improve...

Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Lloyd Longfield, Member of Parliament for Guelph, and His Worship Cam Guthrie, Mayor of the City of Guelph. Date: Monday, March 25, 2024 Time: 10:00 a.m. ET Location: Future...

Media are invited to join Bobby Morrissey, Member of Parliament for Egmont, on behalf of the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, Irene MacCaull, Mayor of Wellington, and Darren MacKinnon, Deputy Mayor of...

Note: All times local. Ottawa, Ontario No public events scheduled. This document is also available at https://deputypm.canada.ca/en SOURCE Deputy Prime Minister's Office

Note: All times local Greater Toronto Area, Ontario 6:30 p.m.        The Prime Minister will deliver remarks at a community event in honour of the Prime Minister of Greece, Kyriakos Mitsotakis. Note for media: Pooled coverageThis document is also...

We, the Prime Minister of Canada, Justin Trudeau, and the Prime Minister of the Hellenic Republic, Kyriakos Mitsotakis, met today in Montréal to celebrate Greek Independence Day. Canada is honoured to host Greece on this occasion, reaffirming the...

The Honourable Mark Holland, Canada's Minister of Health; the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, on behalf of the Honourable Ya'ara Saks, Minister...

Music connects us to one another through rhythm, passion and storytelling. The Government of Canada remains committed to helping Canadian-owned music companies and organizations invest in our diverse and talented artists to help them thrive in the...

Sunday, March 24 marks World Tuberculosis (TB) Day. This is a day to raise awareness about the health, social, and economic impacts of this preventable and curable infectious disease. This year's theme "Yes! We can end TB" continues last year's...

President of Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami, Natan Obed, and the Minister of Indigenous Services, Patty Hajdu, issued the following statement today: "Tuberculosis (TB) can be eliminated with joint efforts and partnerships between Inuit leaders, Inuit...

Media are invited to join the Honourable Pablo Rodriguez, Minister of Transport and Quebec Lieutenant on behalf of the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, France-Élaine Duranceau, Minister responsible for...

Note: All times local Greater Montréal Area, Quebec 9:30 a.m.        The Prime Minister will meet with the Prime Minister of Greece, Kyriakos Mitsotakis. Note for media: Pooled photo opportunity9:45 a.m.        The Prime Minister will participate...

Media are invited to join Bobby Morrissey, Member of Parliament for Egmont, on behalf of the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, Irene MacCaull, Mayor of Wellington, and Darren MacKinnon, Deputy Mayor of...

Note: All times local Greater Montréal Area, Quebec 9:30 a.m.        The Prime Minister will meet with the Prime Minister of Greece, Kyriakos Mitsotakis. Note for media: Pooled photo opportunity9:45 a.m.        The Prime Minister will participate...

Note: All times local. Montréal, Quebec 11:00 a.m. The Deputy Prime Minister will attend the state funeral of the Right Honourable Brian Mulroney. Note for media: Pooled coverage.This document is also available at https://deputypm.canada.ca/en SOURCE...

Note: All times local Greater Montréal Area, Quebec 11:00 a.m. The Prime Minister will attend the state funeral of the the Right Honourable Brian Mulroney and deliver an address. Note for media: Pooled coverageThis document is also available at...

Note: All times local. Montréal, Quebec 11:00 a.m. The Deputy Prime Minister will attend the state funeral of the Right Honourable Brian Mulroney. Note for media: Pooled coverage.This document is also available at https://deputypm.canada.ca/en SOURCE...

Note: All times local Greater Montréal Area, Quebec 11:00 a.m. The Prime Minister will attend the state funeral of the the Right Honourable Brian Mulroney and deliver an address. Note for media: Pooled coverageThis document is also available at...

Please be advised that the Urban Society for Aboriginal Youth (USAY) and Member of Parliament George Chahal, on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, will celebrate the groundbreaking of the start of construction of...

Media are invited to join the Honourable Pablo Rodriguez, Minister of Transport and Quebec Lieutenant on behalf of the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, France-Élaine Duranceau, Minister responsible for...

Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with the Honourable Wayne Long, Member of Parliament for Saint John-Rothesay, the Honourable Blaine Higgs, Premier of New Brunswick and William Forrestall, Vice-Chair of the board of...

Today, the CRTC is taking action to improve cellphone service along 70 kilometres of highway in northern British Columbia. Through its Broadband Fund, the CRTC is providing funding to Rogers Communications to build new cell towers along Highway 37,...

Today, the CRTC is launching a public consultation to gather views on how to support Indigenous broadcasters and content creators, and to ensure Indigenous stories and voices are represented, easily found, and shared across all platforms. This...

Arielle Kayabaga, Member of Parliament for London West, on behalf of the Honourable Ya'ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, will announce funding under the Substance Use and Addictions Program (SUAP) to...

On March 23, the Samuel De Champlain Bridge will be lit in the colors of the Canadian flag from sunset to 9 p.m. in honour of former Prime Minister, the Right Honourable Brian Mulroney. Note: After 9 p.m., the architectural lighting will return to...

Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Lloyd Longfield, Member of Parliament for Guelph, and His Worship Cam Guthrie, Mayor of the City of Guelph. Date: Monday, March 25, 2024 Time: 10:00 a.m. ET Location: Future...

With federal funding and federal leadership, we are changing how cities let housing get built in their municipalities. With a greater focus on higher density housing, student housing, homes near transit and affordable housing, we are going to get...

Why you should take note The Public Health Agency of Canada is collaborating with provincial public health partners to investigate an outbreak of Salmonella infections occurring in seven provinces: British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba,...

Communities across the province will receive significant upgrades to their drinking water and wastewater infrastructure after a combined investment of more than $98 million from the federal and provincial governments, and local partners.   Announced...

Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise users that the LaSalle Causeway will be fully closed to motorists due to a major rehabilitation project during the following periods: Friday, March 29, at 8 pm, to Monday, April 1, at 5...

Nature plays a critical role in regulating the climate and supporting health and well-being. Conserving natural areas provides more opportunities for Canadians to connect with nature, and it is one of the most important actions we can take to curb...

Heritage places reflect the rich and varied stories of Canada and provide an opportunity for Canadians to learn more about our diverse history. Today, the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Minister...

The Public Inquiry into Foreign Interference in Federal Electoral Processes and Democratic Institutions will resume its public hearings on Wednesday March 27, 2024. Over the course of two weeks, the Commission will hear from over 40 individuals,...

Thousands of people living in Comox Valley and the surrounding area will benefit from sewer system upgrades to reduce the risks associated with rising sea levels and climate change, and help ensure the community can continue to count on clean...

Tomorrow at sundown, Jewish communities across Canada and around the world will celebrate the triumph of bravery by observing Purim. This joyous festival is a reminder of the significance of resilience in the face of adversity and the importance of...

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on Purim: "Tomorrow at sunset, Jewish communities in Canada and around the world will celebrate the start of Purim. "Purim commemorates the story of Queen Esther and Mordechai,...

Minister of Indigenous Services, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, issued the following statement: I would like to begin by acknowledging the hard work of First Nations communities in safeguarding their waterways, developing innovative water management...