Media

1. Governments of Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador to make an important health care announcement.

   The Honourable Seamus O’Regan Jr., Minister of Labour and Seniors, on behalf of the Honourable Mark Holland, Canada’s Minister of Health, and the Honourable Tom Osborne, Newfoundland and Labrador’s Minister of Health and Community Services will make an important health care announcement.

2. Government of Canada to make announcement on combatting auto theft

   Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Public Safety, Democratic Institutions and Intergovernmental Affairs, the Honourable Arif Virani, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, the Honourable Kamal Khera, Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, and His Worship Patrick Brown, Mayor of the City of Brampton for an announcement regarding combatting auto theft.

3. The Canadian Space Agency will be hosting the 2nd edition of the Artemis Accords workshop

   On May 21, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities Sameer Zuberi, Canadian Space Agency (CSA) President Lisa Campbell and NASA Deputy Administrator Pam Melroy, will launch the 2nd edition of the Artemis Accords Workshop at the John H. Chapman Space Centre (CSA Headquarters).

4. Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Springhill Institution

   On May 14, 2024, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized on the perimeter of Springhill Institution, a medium security federal institution.

5. Chacachas Treaty Nation and Canada set to advance reconciliation talks

   Today, the Chacachas Treaty Nation and the Government of Canada announced that Chacachas and Canada have taken a key step toward a renewed relationship by signing a Memorandum of Understanding for Advancing Reconciliation.

6. Parliamentary Secretary’s visit spotlights Cape Breton’s unique cultural heritage

   During a three-day visit to Cape Breton that coincided with Atlantic Official Languages Week and Gaelic Nova Scotia Month, Darrell Samson, the Member of Parliament for Sackville—Preston—Chezzetcook and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Rural Economic Development and Minister responsible for ACOA, met with educators, arts administrators, and economic development leaders to discuss the region’s unique cultural heritage, as well as its competitive advantages, challenges, and plans for future growth.

7. Federal government, Nova Scotia and the West Hants Regional Municipality invest in  community space

   The Hants County Exhibition Arena is becoming more accessible after a combined investment of $1.1 million from the federal and provincial governments and the West Hants Regional Municipality.

8. African Swine Fever Industry Preparedness Program projects

   On May 17, 2024, the Government of Canada announced over $9.6 million in funding for 29 projects under the African Swine Fever Industry Preparedness Program (ASFIPP). The projects must be completed by March 31, 2025.

9. Parliamentary Secretary Drouin announces over $9.6 million to help the Canadian pork industry to prevent and prepare for a possible African swine fever outbreak

   The Government of Canada is protecting the resilience of Canada’s rural communities and the Canadian pork sector by supporting prevention and preparedness measures for African swine fever (ASF).

10. Fuelling public transit improvements in North Bay

    North Bay is upgrading its public transit with a combined investment of more than $4.1 million from the federal government, the provincial government, and the City.

11. Backgrounder: Fuelling public transit improvements in North Bay

    The federal government is investing $1,653,952 through the Public Transit Infrastructure Stream of the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program to support three transit projects. The Government of Ontario is contributing $1,378,155 and the City of North Bay is contributing $1,102,773.

12. Government of Canada provides funding to Whitecap Early Learning Centre to improve Indigenous early learning and child care programs

    Every child deserves the best start in life. But for young families, including Millennial and Gen Z parents, the costs of child care can add up to a second rent or mortgage payment.

13. Minister Sudds to participate in opening event of new Andrew Fleck Child Care Centre

    The Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, Jenna Sudds, will deliver remarks during the opening event of a new location in Kanata, Ontario.

14. Providing the foundation for business success

    Federal and provincial investments are helping to grow and strengthen PEI’s entrepreneurial ecosystem

15. Government of Canada invests in the renovation of the Couvent Mont-Saint-Patrice

    The Couvent Mont-Saint-Patrice renovation project will save energy, reduce carbon emissions, use renewable energy sources and improve accessibility for all, thanks to an investment of more than $2.3 million from the federal government.

16. Ministerial Statement on the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia

    The Honourable Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, the Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health, and the Honourable Ya’ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, issued the following statement today on this International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia

17. The federal government invests in rural public transit projects in Gaspésie-Îles-de-la-Madeleine and the Métis-sur-Mer communities.

    The Government of Canada is improving public transit in the Gaspésie-Îles-de-la-Madeleine region and the communities of Métis-sur-Mer with a federal investment of $5,450,000. These funds will be used to purchase buses, vehicles, install charging stations and conduct a transit assessment.

18. Government of Canada builds Federal Justice Complex in Montréal

    The Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Public Services and Procurement, announced the construction of a complex that will house four federal courts: the Federal Court of Appeal, the Federal Court, the Court Martial Appeal Court of Canada and the Tax Court of Canada, as well as the Courts Administration Service (CAS) in Montréal, starting in 2027.

19. Little Gold Creek port of entry opening delayed due to weather conditions

    The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is advising travellers that the Little Gold Creek port of entry is expected to open on May 19.

20. Building more child care spaces for families in British Columbia

    Today in Victoria, the Honourable Terry Beech, Minister of Citizens’ Services, highlighted Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s announcement from March 28 of $69.9 million over four years, with $47.3 million through 2025–2026, to help build more inclusive child care spaces across British Columbia through the Government of Canada’s $625 million Early Learning and Child Care Infrastructure Fund. This investment will help British Columbia reach the shared goal of building 30,000 new child care spaces by 2026.

21. Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Archambault Institution 

    On May 12, 2024, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Archambault Institution, a multi-level security federal institution.

22. Ministers MacAulay and Lamontagne issue statement on Grocery Sector Code of Conduct

    Today, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, federal Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food and André Lamontagne, Quebec’s Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food issued the following statement regarding the Grocery Sector Code of Conduct:

23. Minister Gudie Hutchings to cut the ribbon on a new small boat basin in Norris Point

    The Minister of Rural Economic Development and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, on behalf of the Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier will attend the official opening of a new small boat basin at Neddies Harbour, Norris Point.

24. The Plains will come alive with cultural performances and organized family activities

    Beginning June 13, the Plains of Abraham will again be the venue for a cultural program on the outdoor stage of the Edwin-Bélanger Bandstand.

25. Governments of Canada and Manitoba Strengthen Ability to Prepare for and Respond to Wildfires

    The Honourable Harjit Sajjan, President of the King’s Privy Council for Canada, Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, was joined by the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, on behalf of the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, to make an announcement with the Honourable Jamie Moses, Manitoba Minister of Economic Development, Investment, Trade and Natural Resources, to jointly invest $38.4 million over four years under the Government of Canada’s Fighting and Managing Wildfires in a Changing Climate Program – Equipment Fund (FMWCC) to support Manitoba’s efforts to purchase wildland firefighting equipment to enhance provincial readiness and capacity to prepare for and respond to wildland fires.

26. Huron-Wendat Nation and the Government of Canada settle claim for Rockmont Reserve

    First Nations partners are active in the effort to chart a new way forward with the Government of Canada to build renewed nation-to-nation relationships based on the affirmation of rights, respect, cooperation and partnership.

27. Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Joyceville Institution

    On May 15, 2024, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, a package containing contraband and unauthorized items was seized at Joyceville Institution, a multi-level security federal institution.

28. Infrastructure Announcement in Richmond

    Media representatives are invited to an infrastructure announcement with the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of National Revenue and Member of Parliament for Compton-Stanstead, Bertrand Ménard, Mayor of Richmond, Pierre Tétrault, Prefect of Val-Saint-Francois RCM, and Benoit St-Pierre, President of the Board of Directors of Couvent Mont-Saint-Patrice.

29. President of the Treasury Board Anita Anand concludes productive visits in Chicago and Washington, D.C.

    Yesterday, the Honourable Anita Anand, President of the Treasury Board, concluded a series of meetings with key businesses and officials in Chicago and Washington to advance regulatory cooperation as part of Team Canada USA.

30. Government of Canada funds 3,451 projects across Canada to make life better for Canadian seniors

    Canadians deserve to age with dignity. That comes down to choice, to affordability, to inclusion, and to community. The New Horizons for Seniors Program creates those opportunities for seniors to be more connected, supported and active members of their communities.

31. Backgrounder: New Horizons for Seniors Program

    The New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP) is a federal grants and contributions program whose goal is to enhance seniors’ social inclusion and ensure they can benefit from, and contribute to, the quality of life in their communities.

32. Building more child care spaces for families in Alberta

    Today in Edmonton, the Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, on behalf of the Honourable Jenna Sudds, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, announced $78.5 million over four years, with approximately 52.9 million through 2025–2026, to help build more inclusive child care spaces across Alberta through the Government of Canada’s $625 million Early Learning and Child Care Infrastructure Fund. This investment will help Alberta reach the shared goal of building up to 68,700 new child care spaces by 2026.

33. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Windsor

    Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Kody Blois, Member of Parliament for Kings–Hants; Melissa Sheehy-Richard, Member of the Legislative Assembly for Hants West; Paul Morton, Deputy Mayor of the West Hants Regional Municipality; and Joel Rafuse, president of the Windsor Agricultural Society.

34. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in North Bay

    Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Anthony Rota, Member of Parliament for Nipissing—Timiskaming, on behalf of the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities; Vic Fedeli, Member of Provincial Parliament for Nipissing, on behalf of Prabmeet Sarkaria, Ontario’s Minister of Transportation; and Peter Chirico, Mayor of the City of North Bay.

35. Seizures of contraband and unauthorized items at Collins Bay Institution 

    Between April 28 and May 9, 2024, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, several packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Collins Bay Institution, a multi-level security federal institution.

36. The federal government invests in a new site for the Montreal Afro-Canadian Cultural Centre

    Members of Montreal’s Black communities will have access to a modern and dynamic new venue to showcase their artistic and cultural expression, thanks to an investment of nearly $16 million from the federal government.

37. Government of Canada and the United States Co-Invest to Strengthen Critical Mineral Value Chains

    The Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced the first co-investment with the U.S. in two Canadian companies developing deposits of critical minerals — Fortune Minerals Limited located in the Northwest Territories and Lomiko Metals, Inc. in Quebec. The two companies are receiving funding from both Canada and the U.S. to accelerate their projects towards production.

38. Governments of Canada and Manitoba to Announce Support for Wildfire Response

    Governments of Canada and Manitoba to Announce Support for Wildfire Response

39. Government of Canada Invests in Federation of Canadian Municipalities to Plant 1.2 million Trees in Communities Across Canada

    Government of Canada Invests in Federation of Canadian Municipalities to Plant 1.2 million Trees in Communities Across Canada

40. New net-zero carbon building in Clayoquot Sound will support innovation and collaboration on the west coast

    A new net-zero carbon facility is coming to Clayoquot Sound after an investment of over $7.1 million from the federal government, the Clayoquot Biosphere Trust Society, private, and corporate contributions.

41. Infrastructure Announcement in Gaspésie-Iles-de-la-Madeleine

    Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard and MP for Gaspésie—Les Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Mathieu Lapointe, Mayor of Carleton-sur-Mer, Daniel Côté, President, RÉGÎM and Philippe Dufort, Président and General Manager, cmētis.

42. Government of Canada will make an important announcement regarding early learning and child care in British Columbia

    The Minister of Citizens’ Services, Terry Beech, will announce funding helping to create more child care spaces across the province through the Government of Canada’s Early Learning and Child Care Infrastructure Fund.

43. Minister O’Regan to participate in a fireside chat at the RTOERO Future of Aging Summit

    The Minister of Labour and Seniors, Seamus O’Regan, will be in Toronto to speak to educators, advocates and retirees at the RTOERO Future of Aging Summit on how the Government of Canada is delivering for Canadian seniors, so everyone can age with dignity and choice.

44. Seizures of contraband and unauthorized items at the Regional Reception Centre

    On May 11 and 12, 2024, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at the Regional Reception Centre, a multi-level security federal institution.

45. Investing to Grow Agriculture and Food Exports

    More than 175 projects approved for funding through the Grow Ontario Market Initiative

46. Government of Canada announces support to relieve supply chains congestion and enhance efficiency at the Port of Sept-Îles

    An efficient and reliable transportation system is essential to making life more affordable for Canadians. That’s why the Government of Canada is investing in strategic infrastructure projects to strengthen supply chains and ensure Canadian consumers have access to the affordable goods they need, when they need them.

47. Federal government and Nova Scotia invest in public transportation in Western Lunenburg County

    Lunenburg County Wheels will expand their fleet by four vans after a combined investment of $432,000 from the federal and provincial governments.

48. Building more child care spaces for families in Nunavut

    Every child deserves the best start in life. But for young families, including Millennial and Gen Z parents, the costs of child care can add up to a second rent or mortgage payment. This makes it harder to start and support a family, and as a result, parents—especially moms—often face impossible choices between their careers and child care fees.

49. Building more child care spaces in New Brunswick

    Every child deserves the best start in life. But for young families, including Millennial and Gen Z parents, the costs of child care can add up to a second rent or mortgage payment. This makes it harder to start and support a family, and as a result, parents—especially moms—often face impossible choices between their careers and child care fees.

50. Building more child care spaces for families in Prince Edward Island

    Every child deserves the best start in life. But for young families, including Millennial and Gen Z parents, the costs of child care can add up to a second rent or mortgage payment. This makes it harder to start and support a family, and as a result, parents—especially moms—often face impossible choices between their careers and child care fees.