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Itinerary for the Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, for Friday, December 8, 2017: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan/ Ottawa, Ontario Private meetings   SOURCE Prime Minister's Office

Robert Morrissey, Member of Parliament for Egmont, will announce Government of Canada support to Réseau de développement économique et d'employabilité Île-du-Prince-Édouard Inc. for its project to help youth prepare for jobs. The announcement is...

Nick Whalen, Member of Parliament for St. John's East, on behalf of Canada's Minister of Natural Resources, the Honourable Jim Carr, will announce funding for marine safety. A media availability will follow the announcement.   Date: Friday,...

Itinerary for the Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, for Friday, December 8, 2017: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan/ Ottawa, Ontario Private meetings   SOURCE Prime Minister's Office

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Minister responsible for Multiculturalism, today announced that the Department of Canadian Heritage will provide over $157,000 in funding for the ACCT Foundation's project Strengthening...

The Moon became a key focus point for NASA in 2017, whether it was blocking out the Sun during one of the most-viewed events in U.S. history, or reinvigorating the agency's human space exploration plans. One of the...

Sometimes you might disagree with your tax assessment from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). It may be because you think it's wrong, you noticed information is missing, or you were assessed by the CRA because you didn't respond to a notice to complete...

Robert Morrissey, Member of Parliament for Egmont, will announce Government of Canada support to Réseau de développement économique et d'employabilité Île-du-Prince-Édouard Inc. for its project to help youth prepare for jobs. The announcement is...

Today, Honduran president Juan Orlando Hernández thanked the U.S. State Department for certifying Honduras's progress on human rights and fighting corruption. "Over the past four years, my administration has worked tirelessly to defend human rights...

Electors in Battlefords?Lloydminster (Saskatchewan), Bonavista?Burin?Trinity (Newfoundland and Labrador), Scarborough?Agincourt (Ontario) and South Surrey?White Rock (British Columbia) who are not registered can still vote in the Monday, December 11...

Today, the Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Health, issued the following statement: "I am concerned and saddened by the latest data on opioid-related overdose deaths from Ontario. "Each opioid-related death is a lost family member,...

The Honourable Carla Qualtrough, Minister of Public Services and Procurement, on behalf of the Government of Canada, will announce an investment in Canadian innovation through the Build in Canada Innovation Program.   Date:    December 8,...

NASA researchers will present new findings on a wide range of Earth and space science topics at the annual meeting of the American Geophysical Union, Dec. 11-15 in New Orleans. NASA-related briefings will stream live on the agency's website....

The Government of Canada understands and appreciates the tremendous contribution Veterans have made in service to our country. Canada owes a debt of gratitude to the men and women who have served in uniform and it is our responsibility to ensure that...

The U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has ordered a Tumwater, Washington-based trucking company, Even Flo Logistics, LLC, USDOT No. 2948660, to immediately cease all interstate and intrastate...

Chairman Alexander, Ranking Member Murray, and members of the committee, thank you for the invitation to testify at this hearing to discuss the implementation of the 21st Century Cures Act. "Cures" set FDA on a...

Ahead of Thursday's meeting between Republican and Democratic leaders in the House and Senate and the White House, American Federation of Government Employees National President J. David Cox Sr. issued the following statement:...

Pentagon Performance Inc. (PPI), a South Jersey based Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) manufacturing company, has received Notice of Consideration for Award of a $50 million contract to provide intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance services to...

Nick Whalen, Member of Parliament for St. John's East, on behalf of Canada's Minister of Natural Resources, the Honourable Jim Carr, will announce funding for marine safety. A media availability will follow the announcement.   Date: Friday,...

Throughout 2017, Canadians in communities across the country have come together to celebrate our shared heritage and the many things that make our country unique, diverse and vibrant. As this year comes to a close, Canadians will have many...

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced the following appointment: Rennie Marcoux, currently Chief Strategic Policy and Planning Officer, Royal Canadian Mounted Police, becomes Executive Director, Secretariat of the National Security and...

Karen McCrimmon, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Transport and Member of Parliament (Kanata?Carleton), will deliver remarks at the Christmas Lights Across Canada illumination ceremony on Thursday in Ottawa. Ms. McCrimmon will speak on...

The Government of Canada is investing in infrastructure at Canada's largest ocean research centre, the Bedford Institute of Oceanography. Investing in this world-class facility supports scientific research and innovation in Canada. The Honourable...

The Government of Canada remains committed to renewing the relationship between Canada and Indigenous Peoples and working collaboratively with First Nations in Manitoba to support services that address the challenges faced by their communities....

Today we're announcing three new, significant policy documents to advance the FDA's approach to the development and proper oversight of innovative digital health tools. We know that consumers and health care providers are increasingly embracing...

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Canadian Heritage, will deliver a speech on Friday outlining the Government of Canada's vision for the future of Canada's cultural and creative industries, during an event organized by the Chamber of Commerce...

The Commissioner of Canada Elections has entered into a compliance agreement with Mr. Syed Ajmal Hasnain for failing to submit an electoral campaign return, and other related documents, within four months after polling day. The full text of the...

To close Canada 150 in style, Canada's capital cities will shine bright thanks to the 33rd annual Christmas Lights Across Canada. People of all ages are invited to admire the dazzling lightscapes that will bring the spirit of the holiday season. The...

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the launch of Christmas Lights Across Canada, which runs every night from December 7, 2017, to January 7, 2018: "Tonight, thousands of holiday lights will illuminate...

Please be advised that the Honourable Jane Philpott, Minister of Indigenous Services, and the Honourable Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Crown-Indigenous and Northern Affairs, with Grand Chief Arlen Dumas will participate in a signing ceremony to take...

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today wrapped up a successful second official visit to China. Over the last five days, the Prime Minister visited Beijing and Guangzhou, where he met with leaders in government and business, and focused on growing...

Ali Omar Ader, 40, was found guilty today in Ontario Superior Court of taking Amanda Lindhout hostage, in the country of Somalia, contrary to s. 279.1(2) of the Criminal Code. The offence carries a maximum penalty of life imprisonment. Ali Omar Ader...

Itinerary for the Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, for Thursday, December 7, 2017: All times local.   8:30 a.m.        The Prime Minister will visit the Chen Clan Academy.  Chen Clan Academy Note for media: Pooled photo...

NASA commercial cargo provider SpaceX is now targeting its 13th commercial resupply services mission to the International Space Station for no earlier than 11:46 a.m. EST Tuesday, Dec. 12. Mission coverage will begin on...

The American Federation of Government Employees thanks Reps. Ruben Gallego of Arizona, Salud Carbajal and Ted Lieu of California, Collin Peterson of Minnesota, and Anthony Brown of Maryland, for speaking out against the secretive plan by VA Secretary...

In June 2017, Jennifer MacIntyre was appointed as Canada's first female Ambassador for Climate Change. A career diplomat, Jennifer was previously Canada's Ambassador to the Swiss Federal Council with concurrent accreditation to the Principality of...

The Honourable Maryam Monsef, Minister of Status of Women, today issued the following statement: "On this day in 1989, 13 female students and a female administrator at l'École Polytechnique de Montréal were tragically murdered simply because they...

Today, the Honourable Jane Philpott, Minister of Indigenous Services, welcomed the report on a new fiscal relationship between First Nations and the Government of Canada. "Last year, Canada and the Assembly of First Nations signed a Memorandum of...

The Government of Canada is investing in new Search and Rescue (SAR) lifeboats to ensure that the Canadian Coast Guard has the equipment they need to keep Canadians and Canadian waterways safe. On behalf of the...

AJC, the global Jewish advocacy organization, praises President Trump for declaring today that the United States recognizes Jerusalem as Israel's capital. "By stating the truth of Jerusalem's status as the capital of the State of Israel, President...

The Government of Canada is committed to moving beyond the Indian Act in full partnership with First Nations people and to renew the relationship based on the recognition of rights, respect, cooperation, and partnership. Today, the Honourable...

Please be advised that the Honourable Jane Philpott, Minister of Indigenous Services, and the Honourable Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Crown-Indigenous and Northern Affairs, with Grand Chief Arlen Dumas will participate in a signing ceremony to take...

As a result of a new $22.3-million program, more Canadians with disabilities will have access to the digital tools they need to fully participate in society and get access to the well-paying jobs of today and tomorrow. The Honourable Navdeep Bains,...

Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief Perry Bellegarde today called on the federal government to act now to recognize First Nations police services as an essential service and to provide the funding and support similar to other police forces...

Three crew members on the International Space Station are scheduled to end their mission and return to Earth on Thursday, Dec. 14, just days before another three space travelers begin their mission. Live coverage will air on NASA Television and the...

Her Excellency the Right Honourable Julie Payette, Governor General of Canada, will present honours during a ceremony on Thursday, December 7, 2017, at 11 a.m., at the Residence of the Governor General at the Citadelle of Québec. More than 25...

Karen McCrimmon, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Transport and Member of Parliament (Kanata?Carleton), will deliver remarks at the Christmas Lights Across Canada illumination ceremony on Thursday in Ottawa. Ms. McCrimmon will speak on...

The Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, together with Dr. Nicholas Finn, Hematologist-Oncologist at the Dr. Georges-L. Dumont University Hospital Centre, made the following statement today regarding his health. "During my annual physical exam last spring,...

The Honourable Carla Qualtrough, Minister of Public Services and Procurement, on behalf of the Government of Canada, will announce an investment in mental and physical health care services for veterans and members of the Canadian Armed Forces and the...

Last week, authorities in Zambia arrested and held six individuals, including two pharmacy owners, involved in the illicit sale of HIV and malaria test kits in Lusaka, the country's capital.  The arrests took place using evidence gathered during a 5...