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Minister McGuinty to welcome Vietnam’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defence (Thu, 24 Sep 2026)
Members of the media are invited to attend a photo opportunity between the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, and General Phan Văn Giang, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defence of Vietnam.
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Government of Canada invests in keeping Canadians safe near railway crossings (Thu, 24 Sep 2026)
Today, the Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, announced over $4.5 million in funding for 12 new projects under the Rail Safety Improvement Program's (RSIP) Education and Awareness stream to enhance rail safety in Canada.
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Minister Anand to welcome German Foreign Minister Wadephul  (Thu, 24 Sep 2026)
September 24, 2026 – The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will welcome His Excellency Johann David Wadephul, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Germany, to Canada.
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Escape from the minimum-security unit from Collins Bay Institution (Thu, 24 Sep 2026)
On September 24, 2026, during a formal count, staff members at the minimum-security unit from Collins Bay Institution, a multi-level security federal institution, discovered that Mason Jenkins was not accounted for.
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The federal government announces the beginning of direct flights between Canada and Vietnam (Thu, 24 Sep 2026)
Canada is expanding and diversifying its international agreements to build a stronger and more resilient economy. We are collaborating with our international partners in new and innovative ways and expanding opportunities for Canadians and Canadian businesses.
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Secretary of State van Koeverden to make announcement in Montréal and attend a series of activities related to the 2026 UCI Road World Championships (Thu, 24 Sep 2026)
As Canada's year of sport continues, the Honourable Adam van Koeverden, Secretary of State (Sport), will make an announcement and participate in activities related to the 2026 UCI Road World Championships in Montréal, celebrating cyclists, volunteers and host communities
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Assault of an inmate at Mountain Institution (Thu, 24 Sep 2026)
On September 20, 2026, an inmate was the victim of an assault at Mountain Institution, a medium-security federal institution.
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Statement by Minister Rebecca Alty addressing Residential Schools denialism (Thu, 24 Sep 2026)
For generations, Survivors and Indigenous communities have spoken about their experiences in Residential Schools and the impact these institutions had on children, families, and communities.
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Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Archambault Institution  (Thu, 24 Sep 2026)
On September 19, 2026, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Archambault Institution, a multi-level security federal institution.
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Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Saskatchewan Penitentiary  (Thu, 24 Sep 2026)
On September 21, 2026, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Saskatchewan Penitentiary.
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Infrastructure Announcement in Moncton (Thu, 24 Sep 2026)
Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, President of the King’s Privy Council for Canada and Minister responsible for Canada-U.S. Trade, Intergovernmental Affairs, Internal Trade and One Canadian Economy, the Honourable Susan Holt, Premier of New Brunswick, the Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Member of Parliament for Moncton—Dieppe, the Honourable John Dornan, Minister of Health, the Honourable Gilles LePage, Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Minister responsible for the Regional Development Corporation, and Dr. France Desrosiers, President of Vitalité Health Network.
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Infrastructure Announcement in Bridgewater (Thu, 24 Sep 2026)
Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Jessica Fancy, Member of Parliament for South Shore–St. Margarets and His Worship David Mitchell, Mayor of Bridgewater.
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Joint statement: Coalition for Atrocity Prevention and Justice in Sudan (Thu, 24 Sep 2026)
The Coalition for Atrocity Prevention and Justice in Sudan (Canada, Denmark, France, Germany, Ireland, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden and the European Union) today issued the following statement:
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Minister Valdez launches call for proposals for the Women Entrepreneurship Strategy Ecosystem Fund (Thu, 24 Sep 2026)
Building the strongest economy in the G7 requires the full and equal participation of women. Through the Women Entrepreneurship Strategy (WES), the federal government is helping more women entrepreneurs access the financing, training and networks they need to succeed as we build a stronger, more competitive Canada.
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Federal Government developing framework for greater international cooperation on carbon markets (Thu, 24 Sep 2026)
Today, the Honourable Julie Dabrusin, Minister of the Environment, Climate Change and Nature, announced that the Government of Canada is exploring a policy framework to trade internationally transferred mitigation outcomes (ITMOs), which could allow Canadian companies to participate in international carbon markets catalyzing further investment in climate mitigation activities, including deployment of carbon removal technologies and nature based solutions.
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Ministers Anandasangaree and Fraser present progress report on National Commitments to Combat Antisemitism (Thu, 24 Sep 2026)
Today, the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, and the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, issued the following statement:
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Minister MacKinnon marks World Maritime Day (Thu, 24 Sep 2026)
Today, Canada marks the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) World Maritime Day. This year’s theme, ‘From Policy to Practice: Powering Maritime Excellence,’ is a call to countries around the world to turn shared ambition into concrete results. That means continuing to work with our international partners to achieve safer voyages, cleaner shipping, stronger supply chains, and better outcomes for people, communities, and the environment.
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Atlantic Canadian companies tap into Europe’s growing wind energy market (Thu, 24 Sep 2026)
Investment helps clean energy and cleantech companies reach new customers abroad as Canada diversifies its trade and grows its clean energy economy
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Atlantic Canadian companies and organizations taking part in WindEnergy Hamburg (Thu, 24 Sep 2026)
Atlantic Canadian companies and organizations taking part in WindEnergy Hamburg
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CBSA investigation leads to firearm seizures and conspiracy charges in Essex County, Ontario (Thu, 24 Sep 2026)
The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has arrested an individual from the community of Cottam, Ontario and charged him with multiple firearm-related offences following an investigation led by the CBSA’s Ontario Firearms Smuggling Enforcement Team (OFSET).
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Minister of Justice orders new appeal in Saskatchewan case following conviction review (Thu, 24 Sep 2026)
A fair and impartial criminal justice system is one that protects communities and respects the needs of victims while guarding against potential miscarriages of justice.
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Government of Canada supports Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity to optimize operations (Thu, 24 Sep 2026)
PrairiesCan funding of more than $194,000 will enable Banff Centre to modernize processes so it can continue to play a vibrant role in Canada’s arts scene
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Infrastructure Announcement in Gull Island (Thu, 24 Sep 2026)
Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Caroline Desrochers, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Housing and Infrastructure; Philip Earle, Member of Parliament for Labrador; and Chief Hart of Sheshatshiu Innu First Nation.
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Minister Valdez launches call for Civil Society Organization Representatives to join the Canadian Delegation to the 71st Session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (Thu, 24 Sep 2026)
As the head of the Canadian delegation, the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism) announced a call for applications for Civil Society Organization (CSO) representatives to join the delegation to the 71st session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (UNCSW 71), taking place from March 8 to 19, 2027, in New York City.
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Investing in precision oncology research to enhance equitable access across Canada (Thu, 24 Sep 2026)
Today, the Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, announced an $80 million investment, over four years, to the Terry Fox Research Institute (TFRI) for its work in precision oncology research.
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CCGS Des Groseilliers successfully completes Exercise ARCTIC GHOST with partners near Cambridge Bay, Nunavut (Thu, 24 Sep 2026)
Canadian Coast Guard Ship (CCGS) Des Groseilliers successfully completed Exercise ARCTIC GHOST alongside His Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) Robert Hampton Gray and partners from the Canadian Armed Forces and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police.
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Minister Solomon to announce new AI-related internships for young Canadians (Thu, 24 Sep 2026)
Minister Solomon to announce new AI-related internships for young Canadians
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Competition Bureau secures agreement with Kalibrate to protect competition in the retail gas industry (Thu, 24 Sep 2026)
The Competition Bureau has reached a consent agreement with Kalibrate to address competition concerns related to one of its data analytics products, which collects and distributes detailed data from gas stations across Canada.
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Joint statement on protecting progress and renewing resolve: Ending child, early and forced marriage (Wed, 23 Sep 2026)
“Every girl deserves the right to learn, to lead, to make her own choices and to shape her own future.
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Minister Sidhu strengthens Canada’s trade and investment ties with Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Wed, 23 Sep 2026)
This week, the Honourable Maninder Sidhu, Minister of International Trade, concluded his participation in the Fifteenth Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Economic Ministers-Canada Meeting, in Manila, the Philippines, further strengthening Canada's presence in the Indo-Pacific. Minister Sidhu advanced negotiations toward free trade agreements with both the Philippines and ASEAN during his visit. His meetings with senior Filipino government and business leaders brought a bilateral agreement that will unlock new opportunities for Canadian businesses and workers closer to conclusion. Minister Sidhu also progressed negotiations toward a Canada-ASEAN free trade agreement, which will open doors to one of the world’s fastest-growing regional markets.
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Government of Canada to announce funding for cancer research (Wed, 23 Sep 2026)
The Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, will announce an investment to advance research and personalized cancer care.
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Seizure of contraband items at Drummond Institution (Wed, 23 Sep 2026)
On September 15, 2026, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband items were seized at Drummond Institution, a medium security federal institution.
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Chief Mountain port of entry in Alberta closes for the season (Wed, 23 Sep 2026)
The Chief Mountain port of entry at the Canada-United States land border between Alberta and Washington is closing for the season on Wednesday, September 30 at 6:00 p.m. Mountain Daylight Time (MDT). It will reopen in the spring of 2027.
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Atlantic Economic Panel to unveil blueprint for Atlantic Canada’s economic future (Wed, 23 Sep 2026)
The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, along with other Atlantic federal ministers, will join business, government and community leaders, as the Atlantic Economic Panel unveils its final report and recommendations for our region’s economic future.
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Build Canada Homes announces the launch of the Canada Rental Protection Fund (Wed, 23 Sep 2026)
Today, the Honourable Gregor Robertson, Minister of Housing and Infrastructure and Minister responsible for Pacific Economic Development Canada, announced that, following an open call for applications, the Canadian Housing Acquisition Fund (CHAF) has been selected as the successful applicant to deploy investments from the $1.5 billion CRPF. CHAF will leverage the CRPF to help community housing providers acquire and renew existing affordable rental housing. CHAF will also attract additional funding from charitable organizations, private investors and government, while allowing repaid funds to be reinvested in future acquisitions to protect more affordable homes across the country.
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Minister Anand to welcome Germany’s Foreign Minister to Canada (Wed, 23 Sep 2026)
The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will welcome Germany’s Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs, Johann Wadephul, to Canada from September 24 to 25, 2026.
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New launch date and last opportunity for media to speak with CSA astronaut Joshua Kutryk before launch of Crew-13 (Wed, 23 Sep 2026)
NASA and SpaceX are now targeting 11:10 a.m. on October 1 as the earliest launch opportunity for the Crew-13 mission in which Canadian Space Agency (CSA) astronaut Colonel Joshua Kutryk will participate.
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Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Springhill Institution (Wed, 23 Sep 2026)
On September 21, 2026, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Springhill Institution, a medium security federal institution.
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Statement from Minister Hajdu for WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 (Wed, 23 Sep 2026)
Today, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario, issued the following statement for the WorldSkills Competition in Shanghai, China.
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Pays Plat First Nation marks milestone with new addition to reserve lands (Wed, 23 Sep 2026)
Today, Chief David Mushquash of Pays Plat First Nation, the Honourable Rebecca Alty, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, the Honourable Mandy Gull-Masty, Minister of Indigenous Services, and the Honourable Greg Rickford, Ontario's Minister of Indigenous Affairs and First Nations Economic Reconciliation, announced a 4,203-acre increase - to Pays Plat First Nation's land base through the Additions to Reserve process.
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Minister Anand announces additional sanctions against Iranian individuals and entities (Wed, 23 Sep 2026)
The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing additional sanctions against five individuals and five entities under the Special Economic Measures (Iran) Regulations for their role in the Iranian regime’s brutal repression of its population.
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Backgrounder: Canada imposes additional sanctions against Iranian individuals and entities (Wed, 23 Sep 2026)
The Islamic Republic of Iran (Iran) has a long-standing record of abhorrent conduct, both domestically and internationally. For decades, the Iranian government has systematically violated the human rights and fundamental freedoms of people in its territory and taken actions that seriously threaten global peace and security.
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Joint Statement on the Canada-Nordic-Baltic Eight meeting (Tue, 22 Sep 2026)
Today, Margus Tsahkna, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Estonia, and Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Canada, convened the foreign ministers of Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway and Sweden to the first Canada-Nordic-Baltic Eight (NB8) ministerial meeting.
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Canada Army Run 2026: Bringing Canadians Together in Support of the People Behind the Army (Tue, 22 Sep 2026)
This past weekend, downtown Ottawa transformed into a vibrant military hub as thousands came together for the 19th edition of Canada Army Run, presented by BMO.
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Minister Anand meets with Haiti’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Religious Affairs  (Tue, 22 Sep 2026)
During the meeting, Minister Anand announced Canada’s new funding of $25.4 million to support security, governance and community resilience in Haiti. The funding will support efforts to combat corruption and organized crime, prevent youth recruitment by gangs, strengthen responses to gender-based violence and support local peacebuilding initiatives...
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Tribunal Finds Threat of Injury—Forged Grinding Media from China (Tue, 22 Sep 2026)
Further to the Canadian International Trade Tribunal’s inquiry (NQ-2026-002), the Tribunal today found that the dumping and subsidizing of forged grinding media, originating in or exported from China, have not caused injury to the domestic industry, but are threatening to cause injury to the domestic industry. Anti-dumping and countervailing duties will therefore be collected by the Canada Border Services Agency. The complainant in this case was Moly-Cop Canada of Kamloops, British Columbia.
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Death of an inmate from the Federal Training Centre (Tue, 22 Sep 2026)
On September 21, 2026, an inmate from the Federal Training Centre, died while in our custody of apparent natural causes. The individual’s name has been anonymized to comply with a court-ordered publication ban to protect the identity of the victim(s).
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Government of Canada welcomes 19 additional signatories to Canada’s Responsible Data Centre Development Principles (Tue, 22 Sep 2026)
Growing industry support demonstrates a shared commitment to responsible data centre development in Canada
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Competition Bureau reaches agreement with Sobeys’ parent company Empire to address grocery property controls (Tue, 22 Sep 2026)
Competition Bureau reaches agreement with Sobeys’ parent company Empire to address grocery property controls September 22, 2026 – GATINEAU, QC, Competition Bureau
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Backgrounder: Competition Bureau reaches agreement with Sobeys’ parent company Empire to address grocery property controls (Tue, 22 Sep 2026)
The Competition Bureau has reached an agreement with Empire to address concerns related to its use of property controls in the Canadian grocery industry. Empire is the parent company of multiple grocery banners including Sobeys, Farm Boy, Safeway, IGA, Foodland, FreshCo, Marché Bonichoix and Les Marchés Tradition.
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Statement from Commissioner Boegman regarding influence activities in the Alberta referendum (Tue, 22 Sep 2026)
Statement by the Foreign Influence Transparency Commissioner regarding foreign influence activities directed at the Alberta referendum.
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Minister Champagne introduces legislation to extend the federal fuel excise tax relief for Canadians (Tue, 22 Sep 2026)
Minister Champagne introduces legislation to extend the federal fuel excise tax relief for Canadians
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Statement from Commissioner Boegman on the foreign influence registry (Tue, 22 Sep 2026)
Registrations in the registry of foreign influence activities are now publicly available to promote transparency around certain foreign influence activities in Canada.
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G7 Foreign Ministers’ Statement on Bab al-Mandab and Navigational Rights and Freedoms (Tue, 22 Sep 2026)
We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union, consider that the situation in Yemen represents an unacceptable threat to regional stability and security, to global energy security as well as to navigational rights and freedoms, and maritime security in the Red Sea and Bab al-Mandab Strait.
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Minister Anand meets with United Arab Emirates’ Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs (Mon, 21 Sep 2026)
The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, met with His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), on the margins of the UN General Assembly in New York City, New York.
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Minister Anand meets with Qatar’s Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs (Mon, 21 Sep 2026)
The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, met with His Excellency Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, State of Qatar, on the margins of the UN General Assembly in New York City, New York.
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Secretary of State van Koeverden announces over $1 million in new funding for Wheelchair Basketball (Mon, 21 Sep 2026)
The Government of Canada also commends Canada’s women’s and men’s Wheelchair Basketball teams for their outstanding performances at the International Wheelchair Basketball World Championships and for being gracious hosts to the world’s top athletes
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Technical briefing on Part 1 of the Building Canada Strong Act: regulatory efficiency for projects (Mon, 21 Sep 2026)
Government of Canada officials will hold a technical briefing on Part 1 of the Building Canada Strong Act
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Death of an inmate from Warkworth Institution (Mon, 21 Sep 2026)
On September 18, 2026, Runo Mark Cairenius, an inmate from Warkworth Institution, died while in our custody.
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Message from the Minister of Health on World Alzheimer's Day (Mon, 21 Sep 2026)
On World Alzheimer’s Day, the Minister raises awareness of dementia and highlights Canada’s latest national dementia strategy report and the authorization of two new treatments for mild cognitive impairment or early-stage Alzheimer’s disease.
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Government of Canada introduces legislation to transform how Canada builds (Mon, 21 Sep 2026)
Today, the Government of Canada introduced the Building Canada Strong Act to bring greater speed, certainty, and predictability to infrastructure project reviews, and support the workers who will build them.
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Group fined a total of $19,000 for harvesting shellfish from a contaminated area and other Fisheries Act violations (Mon, 21 Sep 2026)
Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) reminds harvesters that shellfish closures are established to protect public health and that the status of harvest areas can change regularly. Harvesters should check DFO’s SHELLI map before every harvest, as shellfish harvested in closed areas may contain contaminants, bacteria, viruses, or marine biotoxins that are not visible and can cause serious illness, or death. Harvesting from these areas is both illegal and unsafe and puts the public at risk, threatens sustainable fisheries, and disadvantages harvesters who comply with the law.
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Bill C-39 Introduction (Mon, 21 Sep 2026)
Bill C-39 is the Government of Canada’s bold plan to build a stronger, more resilient economy by streamlining federal approval processes, protecting workers, modernizing labour relations, and advancing environmental sustainability and Indigenous reconciliation.
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Rail Safety Week 2026 (Mon, 21 Sep 2026)
The Honourable Steven MacKinnon, Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, today issued the following statement to recognize Rail Safety Week 2026 in Canada.
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Government of Canada reports on continued progress in fight against auto theft (Mon, 21 Sep 2026)
Today, the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, released an update on the progress made under the National Action Plan on Combatting Auto Theft (Action Plan).
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Canada advances trade talks on comprehensive economic partnership agreement with India (Mon, 21 Sep 2026)
Minister Sidhu thanked Minister Goyal for his continued support and leadership in advancing the negotiations and reiterated Canada’s commitment to conclude a mutually beneficial CEPA by the end of this year. Minister Sidhu also indicated that he was looking forward to leading a Team Canada Trade Mission to India next month to deepen Canada-India commercial partnerships and create new opportunities for Canadian businesses.
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Assault of an inmate at Mission Institution – medium security unit (Mon, 21 Sep 2026)
On September 15, 2026, an inmate was the victim of an assault in the medium-security unit at Mission Institution.
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Major Milestone Completed (Mon, 21 Sep 2026)
Today, the Honourable Julie Dabrusin, Minister of the Environment, Climate Change and Nature, issued her decision statement for the Tilbury Phase 2 LNG Expansion Project (the project), determining that the project's potential adverse effects within federal jurisdiction are justified when taking into account the benefits it will provide.
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Statement by Minister of Foreign Affairs on the State Duma elections in Russia and the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine (Mon, 21 Sep 2026)
“Canada denounces the conduct of Russia’s 2026 State Duma elections and rejects the results of the illegal elections it held in the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine from September 18 to 20, 2026.
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Housing Announcement in Ottawa (Mon, 21 Sep 2026)
Members of the media are invited to a housing announcement with the Honourable Gregor Robertson, Minister of Housing and Infrastructure and Minister responsible for Pacific Economic Development Canada, the Honourable Yasir Naqvi, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of International Trade and Secretary of State for International Development, Ana Bailão, CEO of Build Canada Homes, Ray Sullivan, Board Chair of the Canadian Housing Acquisition Fund, and Mike Bulthius, Executive Director of the Ottawa Community Land Trust.
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Seizures of contraband and unauthorized items at Collins Bay Institution (Mon, 21 Sep 2026)
Between September 13 and September 16, 2026, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, multiple packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Collins Bay Institution, a multi-level security federal institution.
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Governments of Canada and Manitoba celebrate local food and agriculture awareness (Mon, 21 Sep 2026)
The governments of Canada and Manitoba are celebrating the 12th annual Farm and Food Awareness Week from September 20 to 25, an opportunity for Manitobans to learn where their food comes from and recognize the work local producers do to bring safe, healthy food from farm to table, federal Agriculture and Agri-Food Minister Heath MacDonald and Manitoba Agriculture Minister Ron Kostyshyn announced today.
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Joint statement on Russia’s sham elections in Ukraine’s temporarily occupied territories (Mon, 21 Sep 2026)
Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Norway and the United Kingdom issued the following statement to condemn Russia’s sham elections in Ukraine’s territories breaching Ukraine’s sovereignty:
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Statement by Minister Rechie Valdez to mark Gender Equality Week (Mon, 21 Sep 2026)
Today, the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), made the following statement to mark Gender Equality Week
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Canada advances the Canadian Digital Core Library with new funding and the start of core scanning (Mon, 21 Sep 2026)
On September 14, Canada scanned its first core for the CDCL in Calgary, beginning with core samples from the Northwest Territories. Other participating provinces and territories are identifying priority drill cores and preparing to begin scanning in the coming weeks. These first scans are the result of close collaboration between the federal government, provinces and territories, drawing on geoscience expertise from across the country.
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Statement by Minister Miller on Yom Kippur (Sun, 20 Sep 2026)
The Government of Canada issues a statement to mark Yom Kippur.
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Government of Canada invests in safety on Canadian farms (Sun, 20 Sep 2026)
Canadian farmers work hard every day to feed our country, but farm work comes with real risks. Investing in safety training, health awareness, and practical tools helps keep farmers, their families, and farm workers safe.
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Ministers MacKinnon, LeBlanc and Hajdu to hold a press conference on the introduction of legislation to build Canada strong (Sun, 20 Sep 2026)
A joint press conference on the introduction of legislation that will build Canada strong and create certainty for a more competitive, resilient, and independent Canadian economy.
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Government of Canada launches Black Canadian Communities Program (Sun, 20 Sep 2026)
Canada is stronger when everyone has the opportunity to contribute to their communities. Black-led, Black-serving and Black-focused organizations are driving meaningful change across the country, yet many still face barriers to getting the resources they need to maintain and grow their work. That is why the Government of Canada is investing in these organisations so they can continue supporting their communities and reaching more people.
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Backgrounder : Black Canadian Communities Program (Sun, 20 Sep 2026)
Black-led, Black-serving and Black-focused organizations still face barriers to getting the resources and infrastructure they need to maintain and grow their work. The Government of Canada continues to take action to help these organizations increase their impact.
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Ministers of National Defence and Veterans Affairs recognize the 86th anniversary of the Battle of Britain (Sun, 20 Sep 2026)
The Honourable David McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, and the Honourable Jill McKnight, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, have issued the following statement.
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Minister Anand to attend 81st UN General Assembly High-Level Week (Sat, 19 Sep 2026)
The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced that she will join Prime Minister Mark Carney as part of Canada’s delegation to the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) High-Level Week in New York City, New York.
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Progress update on the Vaccine Impact Assistance Program (Fri, 18 Sep 2026)
The Government of Canada is committed to supporting people in Canada who have experienced a serious and permanent vaccine-related injury through the Vaccine Impact Assistance Program (VIAP) and to providing claimants with the information they need to navigate the process more easily.
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Minister Anand meets with Singapore Foreign Affairs Minister (Fri, 18 Sep 2026)
Today, the Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, met with Vivian Balakrishnan, Singapore's Minister for Foreign Affairs, to discuss deepening the bilateral relationship and the importance of cooperation in the Indo-Pacific.
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Minister MacDonald concludes tour of southern Ontario (Fri, 18 Sep 2026)
This week, the Honourable Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, toured a number of agriculture and agri-food operations in communities across southern Ontario.
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Tribunal Initiates Final Injury Inquiry—Wheat Gluten from Italy, Poland and the United Kingdom (Fri, 18 Sep 2026)
The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today initiated an inquiry (NQ-2026-006) to determine whether the dumping of wheat gluten, originating in or exported from Italy, Poland and the United Kingdom, has caused injury or retardation or is threatening to cause injury. This final injury inquiry was initiated further to a notice received from the Canada Border Services Agency stating that a preliminary determination had been made respecting the dumping of the above-mentioned goods.
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Statement from the Minister of National Defence on Military Family Appreciation Day (Fri, 18 Sep 2026)
The Honourable Minister of National Defence, David J. McGuinty, issued the following statement to recognize Military Family Appreciation Day. Families are the foundation of our lives. They give us strength, belonging and a place to turn through every challenge and every triumph.
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Government of Canada commits financial support to Conifex Timber Inc. (Fri, 18 Sep 2026)
In the face of ongoing trade disputes, including those around softwood lumber, the Government of Canada is taking decisive action to support the forest sector. We are committed to protecting workers and jobs, and giving Canadian companies the stability they need to weather short-term shocks and retool for a stronger, more diversified future.
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Assault of an inmate at Matsqui Institution (Fri, 18 Sep 2026)
On September 10, 2026, an inmate was victim of an assault at Matsqui Institution, a medium-security federal institution.
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Joint statement by Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Canada, and Vivian Balakrishnan, Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Singapore on a Canada-Singapore Economic Partnership Framework (Fri, 18 Sep 2026)
Today, Anita Anand, Canada’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Vivian Balakrishnan, Singapore’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, on behalf of the Government of Canada and the Government of the Republic of Singapore (hereinafter referred to collectively as "the Participants"), issued this joint statement:
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Biographical Notes – Douglas James Enns (Fri, 18 Sep 2026)
Mr. Douglas James Enns is currently President and founder of Upturn Consulting Ltd., a British Columbia based firm that provides advisory services to a range of clients.
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Biographical Notes – Randall Benson (Fri, 18 Sep 2026)
Mr. Randall Benson is currently a member of the Advisory panel for the Canadian Deposit Insurance Corporation (CDIC).
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Government of Canada announces appointments to the Canada Deposit Insurance Corporation (Fri, 18 Sep 2026)
The Government of Canada is committed to appointing highly qualified candidates who are able to best serve the interests of Canadians, through open, competency-based selection processes for all Governor-in-Council appointments.
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Canada takes next step in potential listing of Deep Geological Repository project under Building Canada Act (Fri, 18 Sep 2026)
Today, the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, President of the King's Privy Council for Canada and Minister responsible for Canada-U.S. Trade, Intergovernmental Affairs, Internal Trade and One Canadian Economy, announced the publication of a notice in the Canada Gazette for the Deep Geological Repository (DGR) Project, marking the next step in considering whether the project should be listed under Schedule 1 of the Building Canada Act (the Act) as a project of national interest.
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Minister Miller announces appointment of Daniel Quan-Watson as the next Chairperson of the Board of Trustees of the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 (Fri, 18 Sep 2026)
Daniel Quan-Watson has been appointed Chairperson of the Board of Trustees of the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21
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Government of Canada to announce investments to support farm safety (Fri, 18 Sep 2026)
Ben Carr, Member of Parliament for Winnipeg South Centre, on behalf of the Honourable Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, will be at Discover Agriculture on the Farm to announce investments that aim to promote health and safety on farms across Canada.
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CCGS Sir Wilfrid Laurier advances Canada’s sovereignty and Northern Partnerships in the Western Arctic (Fri, 18 Sep 2026)
Canadian Coast Guard Ship (CCGS) Sir Wilfrid Laurier is carrying out a wide range of operations across the western Arctic, from charting Canada’s waters to strengthen ties with Northern communities, bolstering Canadian sovereignty in the Arctic.
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Government of Canada announces major contribution to strengthen Canada’s dual-use life sciences sector (Fri, 18 Sep 2026)
Government of Canada announces major contribution to strengthen Canada’s dual-use life sciences sector
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Overnight closure of Chaudière Crossing to motorists (Fri, 18 Sep 2026)
Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise users that the Chaudière Crossing will be fully closed to motorists to accommodate rehabilitation work as part of the Southern Structures Renewal Project.
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Exclusive media preview of the Canadian Forces Artists Program exhibition and artist availability (Fri, 18 Sep 2026)
Media are invited to attend a special preview of the upcoming Canadian Forces Artists Program (CFAP) exhibition, featuring participating artists from the latest group, Group 10, and offering an opportunity to view the exhibition before it opens to the public.
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