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Every family in Canada deserves access to high-quality child care when they need it and at a price that won't break the bank. That's why the Government of Canada is working closely with provincial, territorial, and Indigenous partners to make this a...

SummaryProducts: Nicotine pouches (placed in the mouth between the gum and cheek), also known as tobacco-less or tobacco-free nicotine pouches, nicotine buccal pouches and oral nicotine pouches.Issue: Health products ? product safetyWhat to...

Today, the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Public Safety, Democratic Institutions and Intergovernmental Affairs, introduced amendments to the Canada Elections Act (CEA) to enhance citizens' participation and trust in Canada's electoral...

The Government of Canada is committed to spending Canadians' tax dollars wisely and responsibly. This includes a commitment to doing businesses with suppliers that meet the expectations of Canadians, and ensuring that the government's procurement...

Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED) Business incubators and accelerators play a key role in the creation and development of young innovative businesses in Quebec. They support them at all stages of their development and act as...

Tonight, the Samuel De Champlain Bridge will be lit in green, blue, red, and purple, from sunset to 9 p.m. to recognize the International Day of La Francophonie. Note: After 9 p.m., the architectural lighting will return to the blue-green...

Canadian Heritage would like to inform residents and visitors that access to some streets in Montréal's Ville-Marie borough will be restricted from March 20 to 23, 2024, for the state funeral in memory of the Right Honourable Brian Mulroney, P.C.,...

The Canadian Medical Association (CMA) joins the Fédération des médecins omnipraticiens du Québec (FMOQ) in voicing its concerns about the first round results of the Canadian Resident Matching Service (CaRMS), which has left 91 family medecine...

The Government of Canada and the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, alongside Indigenous groups and industry partners, are working together to build a low-carbon economy that drives clean growth and creates good, sustainable jobs across the...

Democracies around the world are facing threats. From foreign actors trying to influence election results, to malicious cyber activity, to disinformation ? Canada is not immune to these challenges. That is why we are working with international...

The Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) today opened registration for OSC Dialogue 2024: Inviting, thriving and secure capital markets. OSC Dialogue 2024 is a full-day conference that convenes business leaders, senior regulators, and international...

Government of Canada officials will host a media technical briefing related to the Act to Amend the Canada Elections Act.  Date: March 20, 2024 Time: 4:30 p.m. EDT Location: National Press TheatreRoom 325 Wellington Building180 Wellington, Ottawa,...

Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) has a framework of laws, regulations, policies, programs and services in place to prevent, detect and respond to potential wrongdoing, in order to safeguard the integrity of the federal procurement...

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, issued the following statement: "Today, we are proud to celebrate the International Day of La Francophonie. This day is an opportunity for all Canadians to celebrate the...

Today, the Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, issued the following statement to mark the International Day of La Francophonie: "On this International Day of La Francophonie, I join...

The Canadian Coast Guard's seasonal lifeboat stations across the Great Lakes will open on the following dates: March 22: Amherstburg,...

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced that the Prime Minister of Greece, Kyriakos Mitsotakis, will visit Montréal, Quebec, and Toronto, Ontario, on March 24 and 25, 2024. As NATO Allies and steadfast partners, the visit will be an...

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the International Day of La Francophonie: "Today, on the International Day of La Francophonie (in French only), we join Francophones and Francophiles around the world in...

If you're an international student studying in Canada and a resident for tax purposes, you could get benefit and credit payments that can help with your cost of living. Check out our 3-minute benefits and credits video for everything you need to know...

Note: All times local. Ottawa, Ontario Private meetings. 10:00 a.m. The Deputy Prime Minister will attend the National Caucus meeting. This document is also available at https://deputypm.canada.ca/en SOURCE Deputy Prime Minister's Office

Note: All times local National Capital Region, Canada 8:30 a.m. The Prime Minister will virtually participate in the Summit for Democracy 2024, where he will deliver remarks at the leader-level plenary session entitled "Technology, Elections,...

The Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Public Services and Procurement, and the Honourable Anita Anand, President of the Treasury Board, will hold a press conference to update Canadians on actions taken to combat unethical business practices in...

Note: All times local. Ottawa, Ontario Private meetings. 10:00 a.m. The Deputy Prime Minister will attend the National Caucus meeting. This document is also available at https://deputypm.canada.ca/en SOURCE Deputy Prime Minister's Office

Note: All times local National Capital Region, Canada 8:30 a.m. The Prime Minister will virtually participate in the Summit for Democracy 2024, where he will deliver remarks at the leader-level plenary session entitled "Technology, Elections,...

As spring and summer approach, the federal government announced an investment of more than $2.3 million towards 50 planning and design projects.   This investment will provide the necessary resources for municipalities and organizations to plan for...

Canadians expect their governments to take action on climate change and address affordability concerns. Putting a price on carbon while sending rebates to Canadians is the most cost-effective way to fight climate change. Affordability is front and...

The Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Public Services and Procurement, and the Honourable Anita Anand, President of the Treasury Board, will hold a press conference to update Canadians on actions taken to combat unethical business practices in...

Canadians deserve timely, consistent and disaggregated data produced by Statistics Canada to support decision making based on sound evidence. Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, announced...

The Government of Canada is committed to protecting the environment and the health and safety of Canadians. Environment and Climate Change Canada enforcement officers work to ensure that individuals and businesses comply with the laws and regulations...

Today, the Minister of Transport, Pablo Rodriguez, issued this statement on the report published by the Office of the Auditor General on the Government of Canada's efforts related to the National Trade Corridors Fund: "An efficient and reliable...

Today, the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Public Safety, Democratic Institutions and Intergovernmental Affairs, made the following statement in response to the Auditor General of Canada's performance audit report of the First Nations and...

Why should you take noteThe Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) is collaborating with provincial public health partners to investigate an outbreak of Salmonella infections in eight provinces linked to snakes and feeder rodents. Many of the...

The new Aroland First Nation Elders Lodge (?????????), will provide Elders in the community with a comfortable place to call home and live independently while receiving needed care. The federal government is supporting this lodge with an investment...

Investment in research is key to driving better outcomes for the agricultural sector and positioning Canada to seize the economic opportunities of a net-zero future. Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science...

Canada Post's small business contest, Tales of Triumph, returns this year with another opportunity for companies to win big by sharing their small business stories. The annual contest, in its fifth year, recognizes small businesses by celebrating...

Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, will present a total of 64 Meritorious Service Decorations (Civil Division), including 8 Meritorious Service Crosses (M.S.C.) and 56 Meritorious Service Medals (M.S.M.),...

Today, members of the Iranian, Afghan, Kurdish, Zoroastrian, Bahá?í, Ismaili Muslim and Central Asian communities in Canada and around the world are celebrating Nowruz, marking the start of the New Year according to the Persian calendar. This...

The UBC Apprenticeship Integration & Development Program (AID) offers new apprentices a strong foundation as they start careers in the skilled construction trades and ongoing supports to ensure they succeed. Developed and led by the United...

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on Nowruz: "Today, communities in Canada and around the world celebrate Nowruz, the Persian New Year. "Nowruz, meaning 'new day' in Farsi, represents the arrival of spring and...

The Government of Canada will respond to three performance audit reports of the Auditor General of Canada. The following Ministers will address the reports and answer questions from the media: The Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous...

Note: All times local. Ottawa, Ontario Private meetings. 10:00 a.m. The Deputy Prime Minister will attend the lying-in-state of the Right Honourable Brian Mulroney. Note for media: Pooled coverage.2:00 p.m. The Deputy Prime Minister will attend...

Note: All times local National Capital Region, Canada 9:30 a.m. The Prime Minister will attend a silent greeting of the funeral cortege outside the Sir John A. Macdonald Building. The Speaker of the House of Commons, the Honourable Greg Fergus, and...

The Honourable Soraya Martinez Ferrada, Minister of Tourism and Minister responsible for the Economic Development Agency for the Regions of Quebec, will celebrate Ottawa's visitor economy and recognize the service offerings of front line hospitality...

Destination Canada is proud to announce the launch of a new, three-year, International Convention Attraction Fund (ICAF or "the Fund") in a strategic move to bolster Canada's global competitiveness in attracting major international conventions,...

Note: All times local. Ottawa, Ontario Private meetings. 10:00 a.m. The Deputy Prime Minister will attend the lying-in-state of the Right Honourable Brian Mulroney. Note for media: Pooled coverage.2:00 p.m. The Deputy Prime Minister will attend...

Note: All times local National Capital Region, Canada 9:30 a.m. The Prime Minister will attend a silent greeting of the funeral cortege outside the Sir John A. Macdonald Building. The Speaker of the House of Commons, the Honourable Greg Fergus, and...

On March 16, 2024, Tyrone Hunter, an inmate from Drumheller Institution, died while in our custody.  At the time of death, the inmate had been serving a sentence of 4 years, 5 months and 28 days for Robbery (x2) and Possession of a Weapon Contrary...

The Government of Canada continues to work towards becoming the most accessible and inclusive country in the world. Barriers faced by Canadians with disabilities while travelling are completely unacceptable. That is why the Government of Canada...

On Saturday, the 2024 Mat-Su Valley Arctic Winter Games came to a close. Over the last week, athletes from Alaska, the Northwest Territories, Yukon, Nunavut, Nunavik-Quebec, Northern Alberta, Kalaallit Nunaat and Sápmi came together to compete in 20...

The Government of Canada will respond to three performance audit reports of the Auditor General of Canada. The following Ministers will address the reports and answer questions from the media: The Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous...