General Public

1. Remarks by the Deputy Prime Minister on building a clean and safe environment for the next generation

   Our investment tax credits are already working to give businesses the certainty and the support they need to make historic investments in Canada that create great jobs while reducing our emissions at the same time.

2. Naicatchewenin First Nation, Canada and Ontario reach settlement agreement on Treaty 3 flooding claim

   The Government of Canada and the Province of Ontario are working to renew the relationships between the Crown and Indigenous Peoples in Canada based on the affirmation of rights, respect, co-operation, and partnership.

3. Government of Canada recognizes the arrival of Vietnamese refugees in Canada as an event of national historic significance

   Canadians nationwide welcomed refugees fleeing dangerous and difficult living conditions after the Vietnam War

4. Justice Lise Maisonneuve appointed Commissioner to lead the Future of Sport in Canada Commission

   The Future of Sport in Canada Commission will undertake an independent review of Canada’s sport system

5. Ministers Rodriguez and Khera hosted a National Air Accessibility Summit

   The Government of Canada is committed to ensuring that Canada is barrier-free. This includes a fully accessible transportation system. This is vital to ensure that all Canadians, including those with disabilities, have equal opportunities to contribute and participate fully in society.

6. Remarks by the Deputy Prime Minister on delivering up to $450 more for Volunteer Firefighters and Search and Rescue

   Remarks by the Deputy Prime Minister on delivering up to $450 more for Volunteer Firefighters and Search and Rescue

7. Government of Canada to announce funding to support competitiveness and resiliency in the tender fruit sector

   Vance Badawey, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Transport and Member of Parliament for Niagara Centre, and Chris Bittle, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities and Member of Parliament for St. Catharines, on behalf of the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, will announce funding to help tender fruit producers reduce their environmental impact while staying competitive.

8. Canada announces funding to improve safety and rights of 2SLGBTQI+ people

   Today, Anita Vandenbeld, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of International Development, participated in Dignity Network Canada’s Opening Panel Discussion, which included 2SLGBTQI+ human rights defenders.

9. Government of Canada: Updated 2024 wildfire season projections and preparedness measures

   Today, Minister Harjit S. Sajjan, President of the King’s Privy Council for Canada and Minister of Emergency Preparedness, with Parliamentary Secretary, Sherry Romanado, Minister Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, and Minister Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Minister responsible for Parks Canada, convened to share with Canadians the latest assessment of the 2024 wildfire season and the state of federal preparedness.

10. Enhancing equity, diversity and inclusion to better serve those using Canada's crisis and distress lines

    Today, as part of Mental Health Week, the Honourable Ya’ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, announced over $4.5 million for 26 organizations who provide distress line services to help them build capacity to meet the diverse needs of Canadians.

11. Chief Mountain port of entry re-opens for the summer season

    Chief Mountain port of entry re-opens for the summer season

12. Government of Canada investing $164,100 to support youth employment in Northern Ontario

    Anthony Rota, Member of Parliament for Nipissing–Timiskaming, today announced Government of Canada investments totaling $164,100 to support youth employment and entreneurship in Northern Ontario. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor.

13. Explore ways to protect Canada's plants, forests, and agriculture on the International Day of Plant Health

    Healthy plants are the foundation of ecosystems, supporting both human and animal life while keeping the environment stable and helping economies grow.

14. Distress Line Equity Fund Announcement

    The Government of Canada is dedicated to ensuring everyone in Canada has access to mental health services and supports, respecting their culture, background or experiences. To help achieve this goal, in September 2023, the Government of Canada announced $8 million in funding through the Distress Line Equity Fund to address gaps in equity, diversity and inclusion within Canada’s crisis and distress line sector.

15. The CBSA reminds outdoor enthusiasts of reporting requirements when coming to Canada

    The CBSA reminds outdoor enthusiasts of reporting requirements when coming to Canada

16. Major upgrades to Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario for cleaner, healthier air and energy savings

    Today, Adam van Koeverden, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Environment and Climate Change, on behalf of the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, announced an investment of up to $1 million from the Low Carbon Economy Fund to support the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario’s (CHEO) Deep Energy Retrofit Program

17. Northern Yacht Club sets sail with significant upgrades

    Federal investment helps upgrade dock, power, and water services infrastructure in North Sydney

18. Government of Canada helps to improve women’s economic participation in male-dominated industries

    The Honourable Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, announced $924,370 over two and a half years to Build a Dream to Empower Women (Build a Dream) for their project Supporting Women’s Access to Employment, Retention, Advancement in Male Dominated Fields.

19. Minister Joly meets with Enrique A. Manalo, Secretary for Foreign Affairs of the Philippines, as both countries celebrate 75 years of diplomatic relations

    During their meeting, Minister Joly and Secretary Manalo discussed the strong people-to-people ties that serve as the foundation of our bilateral relationship, as well as shared priorities, such as defence and security cooperation, maritime affairs, climate action, human rights, and economic resilience...

20. The Government of Canada supports a new comedy festival in Montréal in July

    The Government of Canada supports “ComediHa! salue Montréal!”

21. National Film Board of Canada lends animation artwork to LA’s Academy Museum of Motion Pictures

    The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles will showcase legendary National Film Board of Canada (NFB) animation beginning May 12—with Norman McLaren and Evelyn Lambart’s Begone Dull Care and Ishu Patel’s Paradise featured as part of Inventing Worlds and Characters: Animation.

22. Indigenous Services Canada announces 2024 recipients of Award of Excellence in Nursing

    Today, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services Canada, congratulated three nurses who embody these significant qualities as the recipients of the 2024 Award of Excellence in Nursing

23. Minister MacAulay announces re-appointment to Farm Credit Canada’s Board of Directors

    Today, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced the re-appointment of Jane Halford as Chairperson of Farm Credit Canada's (FCC) Board of Directors.

24. Minister Qualtrough to provide an update on the Future of Sport in Canada Commission

    The Honourable Carla Qualtrough, Minister of Sport and Physical Activity, will provide an update on the Future of Sport in Canada Commission

25. Announcement of new diplomatic appointment

    The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointment: Joyce Napier

26. Biographical note

    Joyce Napier is a former political journalist and foreign correspondent. She reported in both official languages in Canada and abroad for more than 40 years, covering some of the most important news events of the modern era.

27. Government of Canada supports Oshawa-based tourism operator

    Canadian tourism organizations and attractions play a crucial role in showcasing our country’s unique history, geography, culture and experiences. By attracting domestic and international travelers, these destinations also contribute to good local jobs and economic growth in communities.

28. Federal government partners with Indigenous Peoples in Timiskaming District

    The federal government is investing in green and inclusive retrofits for Indigenous education facilities in Kirkland Lake and Temiskaming Shores to convert land in Kirkland Lake into a food forest. Announced by MP Anthony Rota and Bertha Cormier, Executive Director of the Temiskaming Native Women’s Support Group (TNWSG), these projects will receive almost $6 million from the Green and Inclusive Community Buildings (GICB) program and $250,000 from the Natural Infrastructure Fund.

29. Backgrounder: Federal government partners with Indigenous Peoples in Timiskaming District

    The federal government is investing in green and inclusive retrofits for Indigenous education facilities in Kirkland Lake and Temiskaming Shores to convert land in Kirkland Lake into a food forest.

30. Springboard Atlantic: pioneering 20 years of innovation in Atlantic Canada

    Minister Hutchings praises impressive journey of turning innovative research into real-world solutions

31. Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan invest $25 million in agriculture researchers

    Today, Canada’s Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Lawrence MacAulay and Saskatchewan’s Minister of Agriculture David Marit announced $25 million to support 15 strategic research chairs at the University of Saskatchewan’s (USask) College of Agriculture and Bioresources through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership.

32. New measure to support skilled temporary workers in Manitoba

    Regional economic immigration programs support the sustainable growth and economic stability of our country, and contribute significantly to the cultural diversity and enrichment of Canada.

33. Minister Boissonnault to announce launch of selection processes for EI Board of Appeal

    Minister Boissonnault to announce launch of selection processes for EI Board of Appeal

34. Removing barriers for sperm and ova donors

    Today, the Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health, is announcing that Health Canada’s updated screening criteria for sperm and ova donors have come into force, integrating the latest scientific evidence and input from consultations with subject-matter experts in donor screening, industry, patient associations, and 2SLGBTQIA+ groups.

35. Minister Joly to welcome Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs

    The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will host Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, during his visit to Ottawa from May 9-10.

36. Budget 2024: Up to $450 more for Volunteer Firefighters and Search and Rescue

    Today, the Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, highlighted how Budget 2024: Fairness for Every Generation takes action to protect Canadians, the economy, and our environment from the increasing effects of climate change.

37. Minister St-Onge announces the appointment of Sylvain Lafrance as Chairperson of Telefilm Canada

    Sylvain Lafrance, a communications and media management expert, becomes Telefilm Canada’s Chairperson for a five-year term

38. Government of Canada investing $379,500 in youth internship opportunities in Northwestern Ontario

    Marcus Powlowski, Member of Parliament for Thunder Bay—Rainy River, today announced a FedNor investment of $379,500 in support of youth internship opportunities in Northwestern Ontario. FedNor’s investment will support 24 placements over a three-year period. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, and Member of Parliament for Thunder Bay—Superior North.

39. Minister Blair to welcome Germany’s Minister of Defence Boris Pistorius to Canada

    The Honourable Bill Blair, Minister of National Defence, will welcome Germany’s Minister of Defence, Boris Pistorius, to Canada for a bilateral meeting.

40. Remarks by Minister of National Defence Bill Blair to the Canadian Global Affairs Institute conference on NORAD Modernization

    Good morning everyone. Thank you very much for this kind introduction and the warm welcome that I've received. I would like to begin, as we always should, by acknowledging that we are gathered on the traditional territory of the Algonquin Anishinabek peoples...

41. Ministers Rodriguez and Khera to host National Air Accessibility Summit

    The Minister of Transport, the Honourable Pablo Rodriguez, and the Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, the Honourable Kamal Khera, will host a National Air Accessibility Summit to contribute to making air travel accessible for all Canadians.

42. Government of Canada to announce new support for Indigenous tourism during Indigenous Prosperity Forum

    The Honourable Soraya Martinez Ferrada, Minister of Tourism and Minister responsible for the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec, will announce a new federal initiative to support Indigenous tourism and promote reconciliation. Minister Ferrada will be joined by Shannin Metatawabin, Chief Executive Officer of the National Aboriginal Capital Corporations Association (NACCA). This announcement will take place during NACCA’s Indigenous Prosperity Forum.

43. Minister Ng welcomes NAFTA dispute panel ruling regarding U.S. countervailing duties on Canadian softwood lumber

    The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, issued the following statement regarding yesterday’s decision by the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) Chapter 19 panel on U.S. countervailing duties on Canadian softwood lumber:

44. Nirmala Naidoo to the Annual Conference of the British Columbia Association of Broadcasters

    I want to use my time today to go through some of the challenges we at the CRTC are seeing in the broadcasting sector. And I’ll tell you about the progress we’re making – with the input and assistance of many of you – to lessen the impact of those headwinds and make your sailing smoother.

45. Tribunal Issues Determination of Reasonable Indication of Injury—Certain Wire Rod from China, Egypt and Vietnam 

    Ottawa, Ontario, May 7, 2024—The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today determined that there is a reasonable indication that the dumping of certain wire rod from the People’s Republic of China, the Arab Republic of Egypt and the Socialist Republic of Vietnam has caused injury or is threatening to cause injury to the domestic industry.

46. Cree Elder and astronomer overcomes a harrowing history to take us to the stars. Lisa Jackson’s Wilfred Buck opens in Canadian cities.

    Fresh from its North American premiere at Hot Docs, Toronto-based Anishinaabe filmmaker Lisa Jackson’s Wilfred Buck is opening in cinemas across Canada, distributed by the National Film Board of Canada (NFB).

47. New Commander for Canadian Special Operations Forces Command

    Canadian Special Operations Forces Command (CANSOFCOM) completed a change of command ceremony today at Cartier Square Drill Hall in Ottawa, where Brigadier-General Steve Hunter assumed command from Major-General Steve Boivin.

48. 2024 marks the centennial of the Newfoundland National War Memorial; commemoration to include the repatriation of an unknown Newfoundland First World War soldier

    For 100 years, the Newfoundland National War Memorial, which is one of only two national war memorials in Canada, has been a somber reminder of the valiant contributions that Newfoundlanders and Labradorians made during armed conflicts since the First World War.

49. Budget 2024: A clean and safe environment for the next generation

    Today, the Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, highlighted how Budget 2024: Fairness for Every Generation is taking further action to protect our environment today and for the next generation.

50. 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.