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Adam Scott to the Canadian Telecom Summit (Tue, 12 May 2026)
Adam Scott updates the Canadian Telecom Summit on ongoing work at the CRTC and telecommunications across Canada generally.
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Media update on Andes hantavirus situation (Tue, 12 May 2026)
The Public Health Agency of Canada, along with other Government of Canada departments and agencies, continues to work closely with domestic and international partners, including the World Health Organization (WHO), to monitor the Andes hantavirus outbreak linked to passengers on the MV Hondius.
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Minister Joly to hold media scrum in Charlottetown (Tue, 12 May 2026)
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, will take part in a fireside chat with the Greater Charlottetown Area Chamber of Commerce, followed by a media scrum.
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Parliamentary Secretary Hogan to make a funding announcement  (Tue, 12 May 2026)
Members of the media are invited to join Corey Hogan, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources and Member of Parliament for Calgary Confederation, on behalf of the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, for an announcement about the Government of Canada’s efforts to support crime prevention among Indigenous communities.
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Secretary of State van Koeverden highlights generational sport investments in Kitchener–Waterloo (Tue, 12 May 2026)
Visit focused on strengthening community sport from playground to podium
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Minister Anandasangaree to make a funding announcement in Winnipeg related to the Canada Community Security Program (Tue, 12 May 2026)
Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, along with the Honourable Terry Duguid, Member of Parliament for Winnipeg South, Ben Carr, Member of Parliament for Winnipeg South Centre, and Doug Eyolfson, Member of Parliament for Winnipeg West, for an announcement about federal funding to support the Government of Canada’s efforts to keep Canadian communities safe.
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Government of Canada investing in defence innovation and manufacturing in Alberta (Tue, 12 May 2026)
Regional Defence Investment Initiative funding will advance made-in-Canada defence solutions to strengthen national security and defence industry capacity
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Backgrounder: Government of Canada investing in defence innovation and manufacturing in Alberta (Tue, 12 May 2026)
PrairiesCan announced investments for six repayable projects under the Regional Defence Investment Initiative (RDII)
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Agriculture Student Scholarship recipients announced in Saskatchewan (Tue, 12 May 2026)
Today, four Saskatchewan students were awarded Agriculture Student Scholarships, recognizing their leadership potential, innovative thinking and commitment to the future of Saskatchewan agriculture.
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Governments of Canada and Alberta partner to support tariff-impacted workers and strengthen the workforce (Tue, 12 May 2026)
Governments of Canada and Alberta partner to support tariff-impacted workers and strengthen the workforce
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Secretary of State van Koeverden to participate in community sport roundtable in Mississauga (Tue, 12 May 2026)
The roundtable will bring together diverse community sport and para-sport organizations
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Death of an inmate from Edmonton Institution for Women (Tue, 12 May 2026)
On May 11, 2026, Catherine Lecht, an inmate from Edmonton Institution for Women, died while in our custody.
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Planning a trip this summer? What you need to know about how the situation in the Middle East is affecting travel abroad (Tue, 12 May 2026)
Summer is fast approaching, and many Canadians are planning to travel abroad. The situation in the Middle East is presenting challenges that travellers around the world need to be aware of. Fuel shortages may lead to flight cancellations and disrupt access to local goods and services at your destination. Your travel plans could be disrupted if you are travelling to the Middle East, going through the region or even if you are not travelling to the Middle East. You should carefully assess the risks of travelling abroad under the current circumstances and plan accordingly.
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Celebrating the completion of the Sunset Seniors Centre in South Vancouver (Tue, 12 May 2026)
Today the Government of Canada celebrated a significant milestone in the expansion and enhancement of the Sunset Community Centre. Seniors in South Vancouver will now have increased access to programs that foster social connections with the opening of the new centre.
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Co-Chairs Summary – Kaja Kallas, High Representative and Vice President of the European Commission; Marta Kos, Commissioner for Enlargement; Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Canada; and Andrii Sybiha, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine (Tue, 12 May 2026)
High-Level Meeting of the International Coalition for the Return of Ukrainian Children, Brussels, 11 May 2026 
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Death of an inmate from Joyceville Institution’s Assessment Unit (Tue, 12 May 2026)
On May 11, 2026, an inmate from Joyceville Institution’s Assessment unit, died while in our custody of apparent natural causes. The individual’s name has been anonymized in accordance with a court-ordered publication ban to protect the identity of victims.
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UPDATE: Little Gold Creek port of entry to open for summer season (Tue, 12 May 2026)
The Little Gold Creek Yukon port of entry is scheduled to open for the 2026 summer season on Friday, May 15 at 9:00 am PDT. The port is scheduled to remain open until Sept 15.
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Tariff response: Government of Canada invests over $600,000 in Ottawa Aluminum Manufacturers to help it face current challenges (Tue, 12 May 2026)
CED will enable aluminum industry business affected by U.S. tariffs to remain competitive in uncertain and changing market conditions.
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Statement from Stephanie Cadieux on appointment to second term as Canada’s Chief Accessibility Officer (Tue, 12 May 2026)
Statement from Stephanie Cadieux on appointment to second term as Canada’s Chief Accessibility Officer
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Sixteen tree-planting projects supported in British Columbia (Tue, 12 May 2026)
On May 12, 2026, Nathalie Provost, Secretary of State for Nature, highlighted 16 projects across British Columbia. These projects represent an investment over $272 million through the 2 Billion Trees (2BT) program to plant more than 95 million trees that will help protect nature and biodiversity in the province by restoring critical habitats for species at risk and wildfire affected areas and by supporting Indigenous-led reforestation efforts through tree planting. All projects were approved with funding prior to the Budget 2025 announcement to wind down the 2BT program.
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Governments of Canada and Nova Scotia partner to support employers, industry and workers impacted by tariffs and global market shifts (Tue, 12 May 2026)
The global market and trade landscape is shifting rapidly, creating uncertainty and challenges for workers, industries and communities across Canada. In a changing world, the Government of Canada is focused on building a stronger, more resilient economy. This requires coordinated action from governments to protect jobs, strengthen local economies and help workers adapt.
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Government of Canada supports 44 Canadian companies using AI to transform industries and create jobs (Tue, 12 May 2026)
Compute is becoming core infrastructure for the AI economy.
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Minister McKnight and Parliamentary Secretary Klassen announce major strategic investments in Canada’s small craft harbours (Tue, 12 May 2026)
Steveston, British Columbia – The Honourable Jill McKnight, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, joined by Ernie Klassen, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Fisheries, will be in Richmond, British Columbia to make an announcement about strategic investments for the Small Craft Harbours Program from the Spring Economic Update, including improvements to the Steveston Small Craft Harbour.
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Government of Canada marks the groundbreaking of a major supply chain expansion project at Edmonton International Airport (Tue, 12 May 2026)
The Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, will make an announcement regarding federal investments to strengthen Canada’s supply chains.
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Minister Hajdu announces reappointment of Stephanie Cadieux as Chief Accessibility Officer (Tue, 12 May 2026)
Today, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario, announced the reappointment of Stephanie Cadieux for a second mandate as Chief Accessibility Officer (CAO), effective May 2, 2026. This three-year term reappointment reflects the Government’s commitment to achieving the goal set out in the Accessible Canada Act to create a Canada without barriers by 2040. As a recognized leader and champion of accessibility and disability inclusion, Ms. Cadieux will continue to be a prominent voice for Canadians with disabilities.
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Canada’s first Chief Accessibility Officer (Tue, 12 May 2026)
Stephanie Cadieux is a change leader, an advocate for diversity, accessibility and disability inclusion, and an entrepreneur with close to 20 years of experience in planning and leadership roles.
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A Force of Nature: Canada’s Strategy to Protect Nature (Tue, 12 May 2026)
Today, the Honourable Nathalie Provost, Secretary of State (Nature), highlighted 16 projects across British Columbia. These projects represent a $272 million investment to plant over 95 million trees, helping to protect nature and biodiversity in Canada by restoring critical habitats for species at risk and wildfire-affected areas, as well as supporting Indigenous-led reforestation efforts through tree planting.
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Minister Anand to travel to Oman and Qatar to strengthen ties with Canada (Tue, 12 May 2026)
The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will travel to Muscat, Sultanate of Oman (Oman), and Doha, State of Qatar (Qatar), from May 12 to 15, 2026, to deepen relations with the two countries, as well as to explore new opportunities for collaboration on shared priorities.
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Canada Invests in clean energy to strengthen energy security and economic resilience in British Columbia (Tue, 12 May 2026)
Canada Invests in clean energy to strengthen energy security and economic resilience in British Columbia
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Canada invests in clean energy to strengthen energy security and economic resilience in British Columbia (Tue, 12 May 2026)
Canada invests in clean energy to strengthen energy security and economic resilience in British Columbia
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FedNor invests over $1.6 million to boost tourism in Greater Sudbury and the surrounding regions (Tue, 12 May 2026)
Viviane Lapointe, Member of Parliament for Sudbury, today announced a FedNor investment of $1,612,589 to help maximize the economic potential of Northeastern Ontario’s tourism industry. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for FedNor.
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Government of Canada investing more than $1.6 million to strengthen and grow tourism in Greater Sudbury and across Northern Ontario (Tue, 12 May 2026)
Viviane Lapointe, Member of Parliament for Sudbury, announced a total FedNor investment of $1,612,589 for six projects designed to help unlock the economic and tourism potential of Greater Sudbury and communities across the region. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for FedNor.
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Minister Joly to announce investment to advance sustainable aviation technologies at MDS Coating Technologies (Tue, 12 May 2026)
Minister Joly to announce investment to advance sustainable aviation technologies at MDS Coating Technologies
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2026 Chad Bradley Scholarship Now Accepting Applications (Tue, 12 May 2026)
The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) is accepting applications for the 2026 Chad Bradley Scholarship Award.
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Government of Canada investing nearly $1 billion to strengthen small craft harbours (Tue, 12 May 2026)
As part of the Spring Economic Update 2026, the Government of Canada is proposing $957.8 million over five years, starting in 2026-27, for the Small Craft Harbours Program. This historic investment will support the repair, modernization, and climate resilience of core harbour infrastructure and is in addition to DFO’s existing annual program budget of approximately $90 million.
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Travelling to Canada for Victoria Day? The CBSA gives tips to plan your trip (Tue, 12 May 2026)
Travelling to Canada for Victoria Day? The CBSA gives tips to plan your trip
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Government of Canada supports six new research projects to explore impacts of plastic pollution on Indigenous communities (Tue, 12 May 2026)
Today, the Honourable Julie Dabrusin, Minister of the Environment, Climate Change and Nature, announced nearly $2.4 million in research funding to help deepen our understanding of the social, cultural, and economic impacts of plastic pollution on Indigenous communities.
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The CCGS Naalak Nappaaluk officially joins the Canadian Coast Guard fleet (Tue, 12 May 2026)
Today, the Canadian Coast Guard officially welcomed Canadian Coast Guard Ship (CCGS) Naalak Nappaaluk to its fleet at the Bedford Institute of Oceanography in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia.
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Statement by the Minister of Housing and Infrastructure and Minister responsible for Pacific Economic Development Canada on the 50th Anniversary of Habitat I (Tue, 12 May 2026)
As the world marks the 50th anniversary of Habitat I and the Vancouver Declaration, Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada (HICC) is proud to honour Canada’s long-standing partnership with UN-Habitat and reaffirm our shared commitment to building connected, equitable and sustainable communities.
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Canadian Coast Guard’s Offshore Oceanographic Science Vessel (Tue, 12 May 2026)
The Canadian Coast Guard’s Offshore Oceanographic Science Vessel, the Canadian Coast Guard Ship (CCGS) Naalak Nappaaluk, represents a major milestone under the National Shipbuilding Strategy and marks the next generation of Canada’s ocean science capability.
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Minister Champagne in Québec City to discuss the Spring Economic Update 2026 (Tue, 12 May 2026)
Québec City, Québec – On May 13, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance and National Revenue, will participate in an event hosted by Québec International in collaboration with LE CAMP.
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Government welcomes Canada Growth Fund investment to support the expansion of Canada’s largest operating lithium mine (Tue, 12 May 2026)
Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance and National Revenue, welcomed an investment of up to C$145 million by the Canada Growth Fund to support the expansion of North American Lithium (Project or NAL), Canada’s largest operating lithium mine, located in Quebec’s Abitibi region, owned by Elevra Lithium Limited (Elevra).
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PS Myles to announce funding for First Nations’ homes in New Brunswick (Tue, 12 May 2026)
David Myles, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture and Minister responsible for Official Languages, Parliamentary Secretary to the Secretary of State (Nature) and Member of Parliament for Fredericton—Oromocto, will make a funding announcement for energy retrofits on behalf of the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources.
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Invitation to media – Carlos Leitão to announce Government of Canada support for two businesses in Montréal’s East End affected by tariff situation (Tue, 12 May 2026)
The Government of Canada is taking action by supporting businesses as they diversify their markets in order to reduce risk, strengthen their economic resilience and consolidate their competitiveness to help them face tariff pressures.
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Government of Canada to make an important announcement about high-speed Internet in New Brunswick (Tue, 12 May 2026)
Government of Canada to make an important announcement about high-speed Internet in New Brunswick
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Invitation to media – Louis Villeneuve to announce Government of Canada support for business in Estrie region affected by tariff situation (Tue, 12 May 2026)
The Government of Canada is taking action by supporting businesses as they diversify their markets in order to reduce risk, strengthen their economic resilience and consolidate their competitiveness to help them face tariff pressures.
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Secretary of State van Koeverden to highlight Spring Economic Update 2026 sport investments in Kitchener–Waterloo (Mon, 11 May 2026)
Visit will focus on strengthening community sport from playground to podium
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Government of Canada investing nearly $1.8 million to create youth employment across Northern Ontario (Mon, 11 May 2026)
Pauline Rochefort, Parliamentary Secretary to the Secretary of State (Rural Development), and Member of Parliament for Nipissing-Timiskaming, announced a total FedNor investment of $1,783,100 aimed at supporting paid youth internships across Northern Ontario. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for FedNor.
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Minister Anand meets with NATO Secretary General in Brussels  (Mon, 11 May 2026)
The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, met today with Mark Rutte, Secretary General of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), to discuss Canada’s ongoing contributions to the Alliance and shared security priorities, with a particular focus on the Arctic.
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Governments of Canada and Alberta to partner to support tariff-impacted workers  (Mon, 11 May 2026)
Governments of Canada and Alberta to partner to support tariff-impacted workers
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Accelerating commercialization and adoption of AI and quantum technologies in British Columbia (Mon, 11 May 2026)
The Government of Canada is investing in innovative B.C. companies so they can scale up, build resilience, and compete globally, while anchoring valuable AI and quantum technology innovation in Canada.
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Backgrounder-Accelerating commercialization and adoption of AI and quantum technologies in British Columbia (Mon, 11 May 2026)
The Government of Canada is investing in innovative B.C. companies so they can scale up, build resilience, and compete globally, while anchoring valuable AI and quantum technology innovation in Canada.
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Targeted investments powering business growth (Mon, 11 May 2026)
Federal government support strengthens businesses by building skills, capacity and market reach
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Backgrounder: Targeted investments powering business growth (Mon, 11 May 2026)
Targeted investments powering business growth
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Minister Champagne in New Brunswick to announce historic investments in Canada’s small craft harbours (Mon, 11 May 2026)
The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance and National Revenue, will visit Cap-Lumière, Shediac and Moncton to highlight the government’s plan to build a stronger, more independent, and more resilient economy.
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Government of Canada invests in clean marine infrastructure and green shipping solutions (Mon, 11 May 2026)
Canada needs an efficient, sustainable, and reliable transportation system to stay competitive. That’s why the Government of Canada is investing in strategic infrastructure projects at Canadian ports and green shipping corridors.
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Governments of Canada and Yukon partner to support tariff-impacted workers and strengthen workforce (Mon, 11 May 2026)
Governments of Canada and Yukon partner to support tariff-impacted workers and strengthen workforce
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Government of Canada and TELUS advance work to build sovereign AI infrastructure (Mon, 11 May 2026)
This marks a significant step to bringing large-scale data centre capacity online
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Health System Impact Fellows advance evidence-informed health system improvements across Canada (Mon, 11 May 2026)
More than 40 highly skilled researchers will join health organizations to address pressing priorities, improve care for Canadians, and make the most efficient use of health system resources.
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Government of Canada to announce investment in Alberta’s defence industrial sector (Mon, 11 May 2026)
Member of Parliament for Calgary Confederation and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Corey Hogan, on behalf of The Honourable Eleanor Olszewski Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada, will announce federal support to enhance and strengthen Canada’s defence sector capacities while creating high-quality jobs and economic growth in Alberta.
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Tariff response: Government of Canada invests close to $2M to help SMEs in Montérégie region face current challenges (Mon, 11 May 2026)
CED will enable Cyrell AMP and Alu MC3, two businesses in the aluminum industry affected by U.S. tariffs, to remain competitive in uncertain and changing market conditions.
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Minister Anand concludes participation in the High-level Meeting of the International Coalition for the Return of Ukrainian Children (Mon, 11 May 2026)
May 11, 2026 – Brussels, Belgium - Global Affairs Canada The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today concluded her participation in the High-level Meeting of the International Coalition for the Return of Ukrainian Children, co-hosted by Canada, the European Union and Ukraine, in Brussels, Belgium.
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Minister Fraser and Minister Young to announce new support for Nova Scotia workers and businesses facing tariff pressure (Mon, 11 May 2026)
Minister Fraser and Minister Young to announce new support for Nova Scotia workers and businesses facing tariff pressure
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Minister Joly announces significant federal investment in innovative project to diversify production at Kruger Inc.’s Wayagamack Mill (Mon, 11 May 2026)
Today, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, announced a $35 million federal investment in Kruger Inc.’s nonwovens project at the Wayagamack Mill in Trois Rivières, Quebec.
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Strengthening clean power and infrastructure for British Columbia’s critical minerals advantage (Mon, 11 May 2026)
Today, the Honourable Randeep Sarai, Secretary of State for International Development, on behalf of the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, visited Nano One Materials’ Innovation Hub facility to highlight over $100 million for five projects based in British Columbia that will accelerate critical mineral development in the province’s planning, development and processing capacity across the country.
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Seizures of contraband and unauthorized items at Collins Bay Institution  (Mon, 11 May 2026)
Between April 30 and May 6, 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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Minister Solomon to attend Web Summit Vancouver and announce investments in AI compute (Mon, 11 May 2026)
The Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, will make an important announcement in support of Canadian artificial intelligence funding at Web Summit Vancouver.
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Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada announces a judicial appointment in the province of British Columbia (Mon, 11 May 2026)
The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, today announced the following appointment under the judicial application process established in 2016.
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Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada announces a judicial appointment in the province of Ontario (Mon, 11 May 2026)
The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, today announced the following appointment under the judicial application process established in 2016.
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Government of Canada highlights $957.8 million investment from Spring Economic Update 2026: Canada Strong for All to Small Craft Harbours Program (Mon, 11 May 2026)
Small craft harbours are vital infrastructure for coastal and rural communities, supporting fishing and transportation, while supporting the local economies built around them. Canada's commercial fisheries, aquaculture, and seafood processing sectors support nearly 65,000 jobs — including more than 42,900 commercial fish harvesters — from coast to coast to coast. In 2025, Canada’s fish and seafood exports totaled $8.47 billion.
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Government of Canada to announce support for Chinese Canadian culture during Asian Heritage Month (Mon, 11 May 2026)
Government of Canada to announce investment in Chinese Canadian culture and history in Vancouver
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Canadian Digital Regulators Forum hosting interactive workshop (Mon, 11 May 2026)
The Canadian Digital Regulators Forum (CDRF) is bringing together stakeholders to discuss regulatory perspectives on artificial intelligence (AI).
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Closure of the seasonal Four Falls, NB port of entry extended permanently (Mon, 11 May 2026)
Closure of the seasonal Four Falls, NB port of entry extended permanently
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Supporting the growth of Canada's creative industries in global markets (Mon, 11 May 2026)
The Government of Canada renews the Creative Export Strategy to champion Canadian creative industries worldwide
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Minister MacKinnon announces the renaming of the Charlottetown Airport to honour former Premier Alexander B. Campbell (Mon, 11 May 2026)
The Honourable Steven MacKinnon, Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, today announced that the airport serving Prince Edward Island’s capital will be renamed Charlottetown Alexander B. Campbell Airport, in honour of former Premier Alexander B. Campbell, whose leadership helped move Prince Edward Island forward and build stronger links with the rest of Canada.
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PS Rochefort to announce FedNor support for youth learning, experience and economic development in Northern Ontario (Mon, 11 May 2026)
Pauline Rochefort, Parliamentary Secretary to the Secretary of State (Rural Development), and Member of Parliament for Nipissing-Timiskaming, will make an important FedNor announcement to support meaningful, career-related work experiences that strengthen local capacity while connecting employers with the next generation of talent. The announcement will be made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for FedNor
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Don’t leaf it to chance: Plant health is everyone’s business (Mon, 11 May 2026)
As part of International Day of Plant Health, on May 12, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is urging Canadians to take action to protect Canada’s plants—an essential resource for our food, economy, and environment.
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Secretary of State (Nature) Provost will highlight Canada’s new nature strategy in Victoria (Mon, 11 May 2026)
The Honourable Nathalie Provost, Secretary of State (Nature), will highlight the new nature strategy to protect Canada’s natural environment.
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Building the workforce needed to deliver more homes in Halifax (Mon, 11 May 2026)
In Budget 2025, we outlined our plan to build Canada Strong.
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Minister Anand announces additional sanctions in response to Russia’s violations against Ukrainian children (Mon, 11 May 2026)
At today’s High-Level Meeting of the International Coalition for the Return of Ukrainian Children in Brussels, Belgium, the Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced that Canada is imposing additional sanctions under the Special Economic Measures (Russia) Regulations in response to the Russian government’s violations of Ukrainian children’s rights.
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Interdepartmental Media Update – Hantavirus - May 10, 2026 (Sun, 10 May 2026)
The Government of Canada takes the safety and security of Canadians at home and abroad very seriously.
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Minister Anand to travel to Brussels for the High-Level Meeting of the International Coalition for the Return of Ukrainian Children (Sun, 10 May 2026)
The coalition, which comprises 49 members, including states and international organizations, supports the safe return and reintegration of Ukrainian children unlawfully deported or forcibly transferred by Russia.
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Joint Statement Following the Conclusion of Mexico’s Trade Mission to Canada (Toronto and Montréal – May 6-8, 2026) (Fri, 08 May 2026)
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, and His Excellency Marcelo Ebrard, Secretary of Economy of Mexico, welcomed the successful conclusion of Mexico’s Trade Mission to Canada as a further demonstration of the strength, depth and forward-looking nature of the Canada–Mexico partnership.
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Are young people turning their backs on Quebec television, or does television simply no longer speak to them? Mounir Kaddouri kicks off ON FILME, the NFB’s YouTube-based documentary initiative. (Fri, 08 May 2026)
Now streaming on YouTube, Après moi le déluge by Mounir Kaddouri (a.k.a. Maire de Laval) tackles a hot topic: the growing gap between the Quebec television industry and young audiences, examined through four distinct but complementary formats.
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A Force of Nature: Canada’s Strategy to Protect Nature (Fri, 08 May 2026)
Today, the Honourable Nathalie Provost, Secretary of State (Nature), highlighted the Government of Canada’s recent launch of A Force of Nature: Canada’s Strategy to Protect Nature.
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Minister Solomon to make announcement supporting sovereign large-scale data centre (Fri, 08 May 2026)
The Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, will make an important announcement in support of Canadian artificial intelligence infrastructure.
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Government of Canada announces historic investments in Canada’s small craft harbours (Fri, 08 May 2026)
The Honourable Arielle Kayabaga, Member of Parliament for London West, will highlight key investments from the Spring Economic Update to Fisheries and Oceans Canada’s Small Craft Harbours Program.
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Transport Desgagnés Inc. fined $40,000 for Canada Wildlife Act violations in Nunavut (Fri, 08 May 2026)
On May 8, 2026, at the Nunavut Court of Justice, Transport Desgagnés Inc. was fined $40,000 after pleading guilty to two violations of the Wildlife Area Regulations under the Canada Wildlife Act.
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Remarks from the Chief Public Health Officer (Fri, 08 May 2026)
Speaking Remarks for the Chief Public Health Officer Hantavirus Press Conference May 8, 2026
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MP Lapointe to make a FedNor announcement to help maximize the social and economic potential of Northeastern Ontario’s tourism industry (Fri, 08 May 2026)
Viviane Lapointe, Member of Parliament for Sudbury, will make a FedNor announcement to strengthen and grow tourism in Greater Sudbury and the surrounding regions. The announcement will be made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for FedNor.
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Minister Joly to announce funding for transformative Kruger Inc. project in Trois-Rivières (Fri, 08 May 2026)
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, will announce funding for a Kruger Inc. project at the Wayagamack Mill in Trois-Rivières.
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Statement by the Honourable Rebecca Chartrand, Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs and Minister responsible for the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (Fri, 08 May 2026)
Since its creation in 2016, Pilimmaksaivik has worked with partners to support the Whole-of-Government implementation of Article 23 in the Nunavut Agreement to increase and maintain Inuit representation in the federal public service in Nunavut
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New SkyTrain stations taking shape for transit riders South of the Fraser (Fri, 08 May 2026)
Station construction is now underway at all eight stations along the Surrey Langley SkyTrain extension, marking a major project milestone and moving the region closer to better, more connected transit for communities south of the Fraser River. The project is being delivered by the Province with funding from both levels of government.
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In Montreal, Minister Anandasangaree highlights investments in combatting crime from Spring Economic Update 2026 (Fri, 08 May 2026)
In Budget 2025, we outlined our plan to build Canada Strong. Since then, we have moved fast to build the major infrastructure, homes, and industries that grow Canada’s economy and create lasting prosperity; empower Canadians with better careers and a more affordable life; and protect our communities, our borders, and our way of life.
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Government of Canada announces appointments to the Canadian International Trade Tribunal (Fri, 08 May 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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Biographical Notes – Eric Wildhaber (Fri, 08 May 2026)
Eric Wildhaber was appointed as a temporary Member of the Canadian International Trade Tribunal for a three-year term beginning on July 25, 2022. He was reappointed as a temporary Member for another three-year term, starting on July 25, 2025.
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Biographical Notes – Randolph W. Heggart (Fri, 08 May 2026)
Randolph W. Heggart has been a full-time Member of the Canadian International Trade Tribunal since June 18, 2018.
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Biographical Notes – Michèle Govier (Fri, 08 May 2026)
Michèle Govier recently served as Director General of the International Trade Policy Division at the Department of Finance Canada where she oversaw Canada’s import policy and trade legislation, including the Customs Tariff Act, the Special Import Measures Act, and the Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act. Her key responsibilities included providing strategic advice to senior government officials on trade policy measures, implementing such measures, and leading trade negotiations. This included providing advice on the implementation of Canada’s response to U.S. tariffs and developing tariff relief to businesses.
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Biographical Notes – Greg Gallo (Fri, 08 May 2026)
Greg Gallo is currently the Senior Director, Trade Remedies Analysis and Chief Economist for the Administrative Tribunals Support Service of Canada (ATSSC) supporting the Canadian International Trade Tribunal (CITT). Between 2019 and 2022 he held the position of Acting Executive Director at the ATSSC to the CITT, the Competition Tribunal and the Public Servants Disclosure Protection Tribunal. Mr. Gallo recently returned to the ATSSC from an assignment as the Acting Secretary General to the Copyright Board of Canada.
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Minister Dabrusin’s statement on World Migratory Bird Day (Fri, 08 May 2026)
The Honourable Julie Dabrusin, Minister of the Environment, Climate Change and Nature, issued the following statement to mark World Migratory Bird Day on May 9:
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