Government News

1. Readout: Canada and Germany’s Housing Ministers meet in Ottawa to discuss common goals

   The Honourable Sean Fraser and the Honorable Klara Geywitz met in Ottawa to discuss mutual priorities and opportunities for collaboration between Canada and Germany on the topics of housing and infrastructure. As members of the Group of Seven (G7), they also discussed the ongoing work around sustainable urban policies that help promote the growth of livable cities.

2. The federal and provincial governments invest in ventilation improvements at Belvedere Heights

   The federal and provincial governments are investing over $365,000 to improve ventilation at the Belvedere Heights long-term care home. This was announced by the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities; the Honourable Stan Cho, Ontario Minister of Long-Term Care; and Kami Johnston, Administrator of Belvedere Heights

3. The Government of Canada and the City of Montreal invest in the planting of over 200,000 trees in Montreal’s East End

   The health and quality of life of Montreal's East End residents will be improved thanks to a joint investment by the federal government and the City of Montreal of up to $67 million to support the extensive planting of trees and shrubs.

4. Release of 2023 Public Report

   Ottawa, Ontario (May 7, 2024) - The Director of the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS), David Vigneault, issued the following statement regarding the CSIS 2023 Public Report released today:

5. Protecting the Whitehorse Escarpment and Robert Service Way from the impacts of climate change

   The Whitehorse Escarpment is experiencing the impacts of climate change and affecting the lives of Yukoners. To mitigate the effects of groundwater seepage causing landslides, the federal government is investing more than $45 million.

6. Downtown to Port Lands: Federal government invests in pedestrian bridge to span Toronto’s Keating Channel

   Spanning the Keating Channel, the accessible Keating Channel pedestrian bridge will link Toronto’s mainland to what is currently known as “Villiers Island.” Parliamentary Secretary Julie Dabrusin announced an investment of $9 million by the federal government toward the design and construction of the bridge. PS Dabrusin was also joined by the project partners, Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow, and Waterfront Toronto Board Chair Jack Winberg, as well as Ogimaa-Kwe (Chief) Claire Sault, Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation

7. The Government of Canada provides an update on Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza

   With recent news of dairy cattle in the United States testing positive for the Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) and reports of fragments of HPAI detected in pasteurized milk sold in the U.S.

8. Government of Canada awards construction contract for repair work on Des Joachims Bridge

   The Government of Canada is committed to ensuring that its infrastructure remains safe and operational for the travelling public.

9. Samuel De Champlain Bridge: Special Illumination for Asian Heritage Month

   On May 5, the Samuel De Champlain Bridge will be lit up in red and gold from sunset to 10 p.m. to celebrate Asian Heritage Month.

10. Federal government and Boyle Street Community Services invest in vital community building in downtown Edmonton

    The downtown core in Edmonton will have an improved facility for an essential range of programs and services after a combined investment of more than $45 million from the federal government and the Boyle Street Community Services.

11. Emerald ash borer confirmed in Vancouver, British Columbia

    The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has confirmed the presence of emerald ash borer (EAB - Agrilus planipennis) in the City of Vancouver, British Columbia.

12. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Whitehorse

    Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with the Honourable Harjit Sajjan, President of the King’s Privy Council for Canada and Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, and Her Worship Laura Cabott, Mayor of Whitehorse.

13. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Toronto

    Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Julie Dabrusin, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Environment and Climate Change and to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources and Member of Parliament for Toronto—Danforth; Her Worship Olivia Chow, Mayor of the City of Toronto; Ogimaa-Kwe (Chief) Claire Sault, Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation; and Jack Winberg, Chair of the Board of Directors of Waterfront Toronto.

14. Revitalization of the Théâtre Sans Frontières of the Centre des Arts de Stanstead

    As part of its renovation, the Théâtre Sans Frontières will be able to host a greater variety of shows, film screenings, exhibitions, conferences and other cultural events thanks to an investment of more than $2.1 million from the federal government.

15. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Edmonton, Alberta

    Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with the Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages and Jordan Reiniger, Executive Director, Boyle Street Community Services.

16. Federal government invests in revitalizing the Mouvement d'implication francophone d'Orléans (MIFO) community centre

    Through a $36 million investment, the federal government is redeveloping the Mouvement d'implication francophone d'Orléans (MIFO) community center. Announced by the Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages; Marie-France Lalonde, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of National Defence and Member of Parliament for Orléans; and Jean-François Born, Chair, MIFO Board of Directors, this project will enhance the capacity of MIFO to deliver an expanded range of services and programs in French to the local community.

17. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Stanstead

    Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of National Revenue and Member of Parliament for Compton-Stanstead, Jody Stone, Mayor of Stanstead and Gabriel Safdie, Director and Founder, Centre des arts de Stanstead.

18. South Fish Creek Complex in Calgary receives support for green upgrades

    The South Fish Creek Complex will be receiving energy upgrades after a joint investment of more than $1.2 million from the federal government, YMCA Calgary, and the complex partners.

19. Federal government invests in natural infrastructure improvements in the University Endowment Lands

    After an investment of $1,000,000 from the federal government, the Community Green Park and Ortona Trail, located in the University Endowment Lands, is receiving green upgrades to enhance the community’s resilience to climate change and improve access to nature and healthy living.

20. Infrastructure Announcement in Ottawa

    Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with the Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages; Marie-France Lalonde, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of National Defence and Member of Parliament for Orléans; and Jean-François Born, Chair, MIFO Board of Directors.

21. Green upgrades coming to the Michipicoten First Nation Health Centre

    Retrofits and an expansion are coming to the Michipicoten First Nation Health Centre. The federal government is supporting this project with an investment of over $1.5 million from the Green and Inclusive Community Buildings (GICB) program.

22. Statement from Public Services and Procurement Canada’s Translation Bureau on interpretation services

    The mandate of Public Services and Procurement Canada’s Translation Bureau is to provide quality linguistic services, including interpretation services, to Parliament and federal departments and agencies. In collaboration with its partners, including session organizers (who are responsible for the technical aspects of interpretation), the Translation Bureau continues to innovate and to draw on expert advice and best practices in Canada and abroad to provide optimal service to its clients and optimal protection to its interpreters.

23. Federal and provincial governments invest in active transportation infrastructure in the City of Courtenay

    Residents will soon enjoy improved access to extensive pathways and community services, thanks to a combined investment of more than $6.8 million from the federal and provincial governments, along with the City of Courtenay.

24. Competition Bureau to focus on leveraging new enforcement and promotion tools in 2024-2025

    Competition Bureau to focus on leveraging new enforcement and promotion tools in 2024-2025 April 30, 2024 – GATINEAU (Québec), Competition Bureau

25. Revitalizing the Apitipi Anicinapek Nation Community Centre

    Upgrades and an expansion are coming to the Apitipi Anicinapek Nation Community Centre. The federal government is supporting this work with an investment of over $2.9 million from the Green and Inclusive Community Buildings (GICB) program.

26. Upgraded energy efficiency for Elizabeth Metis Settlement Community Hall will improve local gathering space 

    Upgrades to the local community hall will create a better and more energy efficient gathering space after an investment of nearly $250,000 from the federal government.

27. Wheelchair accessible transit coming to the Interlake Region of Manitoba

    The Interlake Region of Manitoba will benefit from on-demand public transit with an investment of $97,971 from the federal government.

28. Government of Canada designates Kitimat station as a Heritage Railway Station

    Kitimat station supported the transportation of both passengers and goods, as well as the provision of telegraph and radio communication services.

29. The Government of Canada and the Government of Quebec announce more than $3,1 M for the multifunctional cultural centre in Beaconsfield

    Francis Scarpaleggia, Member of Parliament for Lac-Saint-Louis, on behalf of the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, and Karine Boivin Roy, Member for Anjou-Louis-Riel, on behalf of Mathieu Lacombe, Minister of Culture and Communications, Minister responsible for Youth and Minister responsible for the Outaouais region, announced a joint investment of $3,109,608 for the library of the multifunctional cultural centre in Beaconsfield.

30. Alexander First Nation’s community centre to benefit from energy efficient upgrades

    The Social Development Centre in Alexander First Nation will be retrofitted to become a greener building thanks to the investment of over $678,000 from the federal government.

31. Federal and municipal dollars go to work activating Jane Street

    A combined investment of $16 million will construct cycle tracks, sidewalks, and traffic signals on Jane Street, a major arterial road in Vaughan. Announced by MP Francesco Sorbara and Vaughan Mayor Steven Del Duca, this project will improve safety, accessibility and traffic flow along Jane Street.

32. New members of the National Advisory Council on Poverty named today

    Engaging with Canadians, including those with lived experience, is important for continually refining and adapting programs and policies to ensure that all Canadians have a real and fair chance to live a safe and prosperous life.

33. Statement by the Minister of Labour on the National Day of Mourning

    Today, the Minister of Labour, Seamus O’Regan Jr., issued the following statement marking the National Day of Mourning

34. Samuel De Champlain Bridge: Special Illumination for the National Day of Mourning

    On April 28, Samuel De Champlain Bridge will be lit up in purple, from sunset to 9 p.m., to honour the National Day of Mourning.

35. Infrastructure Announcement in Beaconsfield

    Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Francis Scarpaleggia, Member of Parliament for Lac-Saint-Louis, Karine Boivin Roy, Member of Parliament for Anjou-Louis-Riel, and Georges Bourelle, Mayor of Beaconsfield.

36. Minister of Labour highlights budget investments to boost Canadian innovation and productivity and drive economic growth

    Today, the Honourable Seamus O’Regan Jr., Minister of Labour, met with staff of World Energy GH2 in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, and highlighted Budget 2024 plans to invest in the technologies, incentives, and supports critical for increasing productivity, boosting innovation, and attracting more private investment to Canada. He was joined by the Member of Parliament for St. John’s East, Joanne Thompson.

37. From protecting communities to protecting history; Thorold receives federal investment for fire hall – museum conversion

    Thorold’s historical artifacts are about to get an upgraded, modernized home thanks to a joint investment of more than $7.8 million from the federal and municipal governments.

38. Minister Boissonnault will deliver remarks at Canada’s Building Trades Unions’ (CBTU) annual conference in Gatineau

    The Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, Randy Boissonnault, will speak about Canada’s housing crisis.

39. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Vaughan

    Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Francesco Sorbara, Member of Parliament for Vaughan—Woodbridge, and His Worship Steven Del Duca, Mayor of the City of Vaughan.

40. Minister O’Regan to highlight investments to boost innovation and productivity through Budget 2024: Fairness for Every Generation

    The Minister of Labour, Seamus O’Regan Jr., will visit the World Energy GH2 offices in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, to highlight federal budget investments to boost innovation and productivity and drive economic growth.

41. Federal government invests in retrofitting the Wawiskas Community Hall in Bella Bella

    The aging Wawiskas Community Hall will receive much-needed upgrades after a combined investment of over $3 million from the federal government through the Green and Inclusive Community Buildings program and the Heiltsuk Tribal Council.

42. Federal government and Skuppah Indian Band collaborate to create food security & cultural garden

    A food security and cultural garden located adjacent to the Skuppah Food Security Centre will be constructed and established after a federal investment of $231,004.

43. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Thorold

    Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Vance Badawey, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Transport and Member of Parliament for Niagara Centre, and His Worship Terry Ugulini, Mayor of the City of Thorold.

44. Minister Boissonnault to highlight economic growth and innovation investments through Budget 2024: Fairness for Every Generation in Winnipeg

    The Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, Randy Boissonnault, will attend an event in Winnipeg to highlight the federal budget’s investments in innovation and productivity.

45. Minister of Citizens’ Services Terry Beech highlights budget investments to build more homes for Canadians

    The federal government recently delivered Budget 2024: Fairness for Every Generation. It is a plan to build a Canada that works better for everyone, where younger generations can get ahead, where their hard work pays off, and where they can buy a home—where everyone has a fair chance at a good middle-class life.

46. Minister Boissonnault highlights Budget investments to build more homes for Canadians

    The federal government recently delivered Budget 2024: Fairness for Every Generation. It is a plan to build a Canada that works better for everyone, where younger generations can get ahead, where their hard work pays off, and where they can buy a home—where everyone has a fair chance at a good middle-class life.

47. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Labour and Seniors highlight budget investments to build more homes for Canadians

    Today, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, Chrystia Freeland, and the Minister of Labour and Minister for Seniors, Seamus O’Regan, attended a sod turning ceremony for a 24 unit apartment complex in Mount Pearl, Newfoundland and Labrador, made possible in part by the government’s plan to cut GST on the construction of purpose-built rental housing units.

48. Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities highlights budget investments to build more homes for Canadians

    The federal government recently delivered Budget 2024: Fairness for Every Generation.

49. Backgrounder: The Government of Canada announces appointments to the Board of Directors of The Jacques Cartier and Champlain Bridges Incorporated

    The Government of Canada announces appointments to the Board of Directors of The Jacques Cartier and Champlain Bridges Incorporated

50. The Government of Canada announces appointments to the Board of Directors of The Jacques Cartier and Champlain Bridges Incorporated

    Today, the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, announced appointments to the Board of Directors of The Jacques Cartier and Champlain Bridges Incorporated (JCCBI), the Crown corporation responsible for the operation of five federal transportation corridors in the Montreal area.