Quebec

Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Cowansville Institution (Mon, 27 Jul 2026)
On July 20 and 22, 2026, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Cowansville Institution, a medium-security federal institution.
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Full closure of Alexandra Bridge (Mon, 27 Jul 2026)
Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise the public that the Alexandra Bridge will be closed on July 29, and August 1, 5, 8, 12, and 15. During these periods, the bridge will be closed and patrolled for safety measures to accommodate Les Grands Feux of Casino Lac-Leamy event.
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Overnight lane closure on Chaudière Crossing (Wed, 22 Jul 2026)
Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise motorists that there will be a lane closure as well as a cycling and pedestrian lane closure on the Chaudière Crossing, to accommodate rehabilitation work related to the Southern Structures Renewal Project.
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Canada announces a draft agreement with Quebec to accelerate the construction of major projects in Quebec (Mon, 20 Jul 2026)
In the face of global changes in trade and the global economy, Canada is taking steps to diversify and strengthen its economy to be even more resilient.
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Housing Announcement in Montréal (Sat, 18 Jul 2026)
Members of the media are invited to a housing announcement with the federal government and the Société d’habitation du Québec.
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The governments of Canada and Quebec are providing over $9 million to Saint-Fortunat (Fri, 17 Jul 2026)
The project aims to rehabilitate and modernize municipal water infrastructure as part of the reconstruction of Route 263, in coordination with the ministère des Transports et de la Mobilité durable du Québec. It involves designing the sanitary and storm sewer systems to ensure effective management of wastewater and stormwater, in compliance with environmental standards, and reduce discharges into the Bulstrode River. The work also includes replacing aging drinking water pipes.
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Build Canada Homes and the Société d’habitation du Québec launch the next phase of their partnership to deliver thousands of affordable homes (Fri, 17 Jul 2026)
Following the announcement in April 2026 of the first phase of the partnership between Build Canada Homes and the Société d’habitation du Québec to build more than 850 affordable homes, the governments of Canada and Quebec are confirming the progress of talks by the joint Build Canada Homes–Société d’habitation du Québec Collaboration Table, leading to a second phase that includes about 2,000 new affordable homes.
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The Government of Canada is joining forces with Quebec to support the project to expand and modernize the Chicoutimi Hospital (Fri, 17 Jul 2026)
The Member of the National Assembly for Jonquière, Yannick Gagnon, on behalf of Sonia Bélanger, Minister of Health and Minister Responsible for Seniors and Caregivers, welcomed Canada’s Minister of Housing and Infrastructure, the Honourable Gregor Robertson, and Caroline Desrochers, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Housing and Infrastructure, to Chicoutimi Hospital today.
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Government of Canada and Government of Quebec renew the Quebec Fisheries Fund with $50 million over five years (Fri, 17 Jul 2026)
Canada and Quebec’s fish and seafood sector is evolving rapidly and must be able to adapt to changing market, environmental and technological realities.
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Pilot project to improve access to cattle slaughter services in Abitibi-Témiscamingue (Thu, 16 Jul 2026)
Donald Martel, ministre de l’Agriculture, des Pêcheries et de l’Alimentation du Québec, and the Honourable Trevor Jones, Ontario Minister of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness, jointly announce, in collaboration with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), the upcoming launch of a pilot project aimed at improving access to slaughter services for cattle producers in the Abitibi-Témiscamingue region.
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Housing Announcement in Métis-sur-Mer (Thu, 16 Jul 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, Karine Boivin-Roy, Minister responsible for Housing, Caroline Desrochers, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Housing and Infrastructure, Stéphane Sainte-Croix, Member of the National Assembly for Gaspé, and Philippe Dufort, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Société de Développement de l’Est.
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Housing Announcement in Saguenay (Thu, 16 Jul 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, Karine Boivin-Roy, Minister responsible for Housing, Caroline Desrochers, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Housing and Infrastructure, Yannick Gagnon, Member of the National Assembly for Jonquière, Luc Boivin, Mayor of Saguenay, and Sonia Côté, Director of Loge m’entraide.
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Québec and Ottawa provide over $900,000 to modernize Port de Havre-Saint-Pierre’s Portail Pélagie-Cormier (Thu, 16 Jul 2026)
The Government of Canada and the Government of Quebec are announcing a total of $910,309 in investments in the Port de Havre-Saint-Pierre to modernize and optimize the Portail Pélagie-Cormier, a key reception pavilion for tourism and economic development in Minganie. The total project cost sits at over $1.6 million.
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Simard Suspensions pursues growth with help from Quebec and Canadian governments (Thu, 16 Jul 2026)
The Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED), the Honourable Mélanie Joly; the Minister for Regional Economic Development, Eric Girard; the Minister of Employment and Minister Responsible for the Capitale-Nationale Region, Jean François Simard; the Member for Charlevoix–Côte-de-Beaupré and Minister Responsible for Sports, Recreation and the Outdoors, Kariane Bourassa; and Investissement Québec announce financial support for Simard Suspensions to boost its growth and stimulate its capacity to produce suspension and steering systems for heavy trucks.
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Artificial intelligence: The Honourable Evan Solomon announces close to $14M in Government of Canada investments to propel Quebec businesses forward (Wed, 15 Jul 2026)
CED supports 63 projects leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) for innovation and development.
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Backgrounder: Government of Canada supports Quebec organizations leveraging artificial intelligence (Wed, 15 Jul 2026)
The following information is in addition to the news release issued on July 15, 2026, on CED’s financial assistance and the recipient organizations.
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The project to expand and renovate the Charles-Le Moyne Hospital is moving forward (Wed, 15 Jul 2026)
Quebec Premier Christine Fréchette confirmed today that the expansion and renovation project at Charles-Le Moyne Hospital has reached a crucial milestone and can now move forward.
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Strengthening and advancing Quebec’s forest sector transformation (Tue, 14 Jul 2026)
In partnership with the province of Quebec, the Government of Canada is taking action to address these challenges and position Quebec’s forest sector for long-term success. Today, Claude Guay, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, highlighted over $17 million for 12 forest sector transformation projects across the province.
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Invitation to media – The Honourable Evan Solomon to announce Government of Canada support for Quebec organizations leveraging artificial intelligence (Mon, 13 Jul 2026)
In a climate of accelerated digital transformation and increase competition, artificial intelligence constitutes a key lever to boost innovation, productivity and growth among Canadian businesses.
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ITUM and the governments of Canada and Québec sign the first tripartite coordination agreement in Québec for Innu child and family services (Fri, 10 Jul 2026)
The Innu Takuaikan Uashat mak Mani utenam (ITUM) Council, the Government of Canada, and the Government of Québec officially signed today the Tshisheuatishitau Child and Family Services Coordination Agreement marking a historic milestone in the recognition of ITUM's inherent jurisdiction over child and family services for its community.
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Minister Joly announces agreement with Government of Quebec for $98M investment by Government of Canada to modernize local infrastructure (Fri, 10 Jul 2026)
Federal investments totalling more than $217 million will be made to support high-impact community infrastructure projects across the province.
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Témisko continues to grow with help from Governments of Quebec and Canada (Thu, 09 Jul 2026)
The Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED), the Honorable Mélanie Joly; the Member for Rouyn-Noranda–Témiscamingue and Minister for the Economy and Small and Medium Enterprises, Daniel Bernard; the Member for Abitibi-Ouest and Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister for the Regions of Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Suzanne Blais; and Investissement Québec are announcing financial support for Témisko. Located in Notre-Dame-du-Nord, in Abitibi Témiscamingue, this business specializes in the manufacture of custom-built semi-trailers for the industrial and commercial sectors.
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Invitation to media – The Honourable Mélanie Joly to announce conclusion of agreement between governments of Canada and Quebec on modernisation of local infrastructure (Thu, 09 Jul 2026)
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for CED, will announce the conclusion of an agreement between the governments of Canada and Quebec in the presence of Eric Girard, Minister of Finance and Minister Responsible for Infrastructure; Jean Boulet, Minister of Labour and Minister Responsible for Canadian Relations; Caroline Desrochers, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Housing and Infrastructure; and Marie-Gabrielle Ménard, Member of Parliament for Hochelaga–Rosemont-Est.
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Death of an inmate from Donnacona Institution (Wed, 08 Jul 2026)
On July 8, 2026, Allan Winfield Potter, an inmate from Donnacona Institution, died while in our custody.
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Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Drummond institution (Tue, 07 Jul 2026)
On June 29, 2026, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Drummond Institution, a medium security federal institution.
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Governments of Canada and Quebec invest in relocation and expansion of Maison Théâtre to help revitalize Montréal’s East End (Mon, 06 Jul 2026)
The Maison Théâtre will move into a new, modern, accessible, inclusive building to better serve young audiences, artists, and the community, thanks to a $43.5 million investment from the Government of Quebec, the Government of Canada, and the City of Montreal.
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Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Donnacona Institution (Fri, 03 Jul 2026)
On June 29, 2026, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Donnacona Institution, a maximum-security federal institution.
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Invitation to media – The Honourable Mélanie Joly to announce Government of Canada support for a Montréal cultural institution dedicated to the performing arts (Fri, 03 Jul 2026)
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Member of Parliament for Ahuntsic-Cartierville, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for CED, accompanied by the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Member of Parliament for Laurier–Sainte-Marie, will announce financial support from the Government of Canada for a Montréal cultural institution dedicated to the performing arts.
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Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Cowansville Institution (Thu, 02 Jul 2026)
On June 28, 2026, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Cowansville Institution, a medium-security federal institution.
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Kahnawà:ke and Canada Meet to Advance on Return of Land (Mon, 29 Jun 2026)
Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada (CIRNAC) and Ratitsénhaienhs from the Mohawks of Kahnawà:ke (MCK) have met to discuss progress and developments regarding the return of land to the community. During this visit, the Honourable Minister Rebecca Alty announced $1.2 million in funding to the MCK to support clean-up work at the St. Rémi federal surplus property, also known as the Old Radar Site. This funding reflects Canada’s commitment to reconciliation by working in partnership with Indigenous communities and supporting the return of land.
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Invitation to media – Marie-Gabrielle Ménard to highlight Government of Canada support for a business in Montréal’s East End to boost Quebec’s industrial capacity in the biofood sector (Mon, 29 Jun 2026)
The media are invited to a press activity on Government of Canada investments aimed at boosting industrial capacity and innovation in the biofood sector, which play a key role in the country’s economy and food sovereignty.
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Invitation to media – Greg Fergus to highlight Government of Canada support for Gatineau business to boost Quebec’s industrial capacity in the biofood sector (Mon, 29 Jun 2026)
The media are invited to a press activity on Government of Canada investments aimed at boosting industrial capacity and innovation in the biofood sector, which play a key role in the country’s economy and food sovereignty.
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Death of an inmate from Archambault Institution (Sat, 27 Jun 2026)
On June 27, 2026, Valery Fabrikant, an inmate from Archambault Institution, died while in our custody of apparent natural causes.
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Polar Knowledge Canada awards $180,000 in scholarships, awards and fellowships to support early-career Northern and polar researchers (Fri, 26 Jun 2026)
Polar Knowledge Canada (POLAR) is proud to announce support for 10 exceptional students and early-career researchers through its annual scholarship, award and fellowship programs, totaling $180,000 in funding.
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Government of Canada invests close to $34M in Quebec’s biofood sector (Thu, 25 Jun 2026)
CED supports over 50 projects to modernize food processing, strengthen national supply chains and boost growth among businesses.
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Backgrounder: Government of Canada supports Quebec’s biofood industry (Thu, 25 Jun 2026)
The following information is in addition to the news release issued on June 25, 2026, on CED’s financial assistance and the recipient organizations.
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Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Cowansville Institution (Tue, 23 Jun 2026)
On June 14, 2026, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Cowansville Institution, a medium-security federal institution.
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Invitation to media – Marianne Dandurand and Élisabeth Brière to highlight Government of Canada support for two Sherbrooke businesses to boost Quebec’s industrial capacity in the biofood sector (Tue, 23 Jun 2026)
The media are invited to a press activity on Government of Canada investments aimed at boosting industrial capacity and innovation in the biofood sector, which play a key role in the country’s economy and food sovereignty.
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Invitation to media – The Honourable Joël Lightbound to announce Government of Canada support for over 50 businesses in Quebec’s biofood sector (Mon, 22 Jun 2026)
In a climate marked by trade pressures, supply chain disruptions and increased competition, the Government of Canada is taking action by supporting businesses in the biofood sector that play a key role in Canada’s economy and food sovereignty.
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Weekend closures of Alexandra Bridge to motorists (Fri, 19 Jun 2026)
Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise users that the Alexandra Bridge will be closed to motorists for maintenance work
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Commission renews Hydro-Québec’s power reactor decommissioning licence for the Gentilly-2 Facilities (Thu, 18 Jun 2026)
Today, the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission announced the Commission’s decision to renew Hydro-Québec’s power reactor decommissioning licence for its Gentilly-2 Facilities for a period of 20 years.
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Minister MacDonald will announce support for local food infrastructure to strengthen food security in Canada (Thu, 18 Jun 2026)
The Honourable Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, will announce a new program under the Local Food Infrastructure Fund to support food security in Canada.
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Preserving the memory of Forillon: Working together to protect and share a unique heritage (Wed, 17 Jun 2026)
Preserving the memory of Forillon: Working together to protect and share a unique heritage
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Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Cowansville Institution (Fri, 12 Jun 2026)
On June 4, 2026, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Cowansville Institution, a medium-security federal institution.
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Federal government and the Government of Quebec invest in the stabilization of Route 138 in Tête-à-la-Baleine and announce that work will begin in June (Tue, 09 Jun 2026)
The Government of Canada and the Government of Quebec announce stabilization work on Route 138 in the wharf area of Tête-à-la-Baleine on the Côte-Nord.
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Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Drummond Institution (Mon, 08 Jun 2026)
On May 30, 2026, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Drummond Institution, a medium-security federal institution.
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Government of Canada awards contract for next stage of the Alexandra Bridge replacement (Thu, 04 Jun 2026)
The Government of Canada is delivering on its commitment to build a stronger Canadian economy by investing in critical public infrastructure and ensuring federal procurement supports Canadian workers, businesses and supply chains.
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Death of an inmate from Donnacona Institution (Thu, 04 Jun 2026)
On June 3, 2026, Tarek Baydoun, an inmate from Donnacona Institution, died while in our custody following injuries sustained during an altercation involving other inmates.
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Backgrounder: Canada and Québec forge new partnership to build strong new local infrastructure (Tue, 02 Jun 2026)
Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, announced a landmark new partnership between the Government of Canada and the Government of Québec that will transform communities across the province. Over the next ten years, Canada’s new government is investing nearly $10 billion in the province through the Build Communities Strong Fund (BCSF) and the Canada Public Transit Fund (CPTF) – marking one of the largest infrastructure investments in Québec’s history.
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Affirmation of Command Ceremony Marks Incoming Commissioner of the Correctional Service of Canada (Thu, 28 May 2026)
Today, the Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) held an Affirmation of Command Ceremony to formally mark the transition in leadership to incoming Commissioner, Talal Dakalbab.
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The Government of Canada increases its funding for the St. Lawrence Shark Pavilion project as construction begins (Tue, 26 May 2026)
Building a strong Canada starts with investing in the modern and reliable infrastructure that makes it possible to increase housing supply and create resilient communities.
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Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at the Federal Training Centre  (Fri, 22 May 2026)
On May 17, 2026, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Federal Training Centre, a multi-level security federal institution.
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Canadian Space Agency astronaut Joshua Kutryk to visit Calgary (Fri, 22 May 2026)
On May 24 and 25, Canadian Space Agency astronaut Colonel Joshua Kutryk will visit Calgary to share insights into his upcoming Crew-13 mission to the International Space Station.
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Tariff response: Over $20M in Government of Canada support for aluminum processors to increase their resilience in uncertain economic climate (Thu, 21 May 2026)
Across Quebec, 27 organizations in aluminum sector affected by U.S. tariffs have received CED funding under Regional Tariff Response Initiative.
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Seizures of contraband and unauthorized items at Cowansville Institution (Thu, 21 May 2026)
On May 13, 2026, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Cowansville Institution, a medium-security federal institution.
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The Government of Canada declares that the Timiskaming Dam-Bridge of Quebec Replacement Project is not likely to cause significant adverse environmental effects (Thu, 21 May 2026)
The Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (IAAC) announced today that the Minister of the Environment, Climate Change and Nature has determined that the Timiskaming Dam-Bridge of Quebec Replacement Project is not likely to cause significant adverse environmental effects under the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act, 2012 (CEAA 2012), taking into account the implementation of mitigation measures and the inclusion of legally binding conditions that the proponent must comply with. This ministerial decision is grounded in the conclusions of the environmental assessment report for the project prepared by IAAC.
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Tariff response: Government of Canada invests close to $7M to help Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean SMEs face current challenges (Thu, 21 May 2026)
CED will enable seven organizations affected by U.S. tariffs on aluminum to remain competitive in uncertain and changing market conditions.
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Tariff response: Government of Canada invests close to $850,000 to help Centre-du-Québec SMEs face current challenges (Thu, 21 May 2026)
CED will enable Fonderie Lemoltech and Protomach GML, two manufacturing businesses affected by U.S. tariffs on aluminum, to remain competitive in uncertain and changing market conditions.
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Tariff response: Government of Canada invests over $2M to help Lanaudière SMEs face current challenges (Wed, 20 May 2026)
CED will enable five manufacturing SMEs affected by U.S. tariffs on aluminum to remain competitive in uncertain and changing market conditions.
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Tariff response: Government of Canada invests over $1.7M to help Québec SMEs face current challenges (Wed, 20 May 2026)
CED will enable Amec Corporation and Les Bâtiments Unico, two manufacturing businesses affected by U.S. tariffs on aluminum, to remain competitive in uncertain and changing market conditions.
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Tariff response: Government of Canada invests close to $850,000 to help Montérégie SMEs face current challenges (Tue, 19 May 2026)
CED will enable Corflex Partitions and DOORspec Solutions, two manufacturing businesses affected by U.S. tariffs on aluminum, to remain competitive in uncertain and changing market conditions.
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Tariff response: Government of Canada invests over $950,000 in Apex Precision to help it face current challenges (Tue, 19 May 2026)
CED will enable aerospace business affected by U.S. tariffs on aluminum to remain competitive in uncertain and changing market conditions.
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Invitation to media – Member of Parliament Steeve Lavoie to announce Government of Canada support for two Québec businesses affected by tariff situation (Tue, 19 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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Invitation to media – Tatiana Auguste to announce Government of Canada support for five Lanaudière businesses affected by tariff situation (Tue, 19 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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Invitation to media – Jacques Ramsay to announce Government of Canada support for two Montérégie businesses affected by tariff situation (Fri, 15 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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Safety booms not installed at Timiskaming Dam Complex (Fri, 15 May 2026)
Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise the public that, due to unfavorable conditions, the in-water safety booms upstream of the dams have not been installed at the Timiskaming Dam Complex, ahead of the Victoria Day May long weekend, in time for the start of the summer navigation season.
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Invitation to media – Peter Schiefke to announce Government of Canada support for Saint-Lazare business affected by tariff situation (Fri, 15 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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Tariff response: Government of Canada invests over $450,000 in Multi Online Distribution to help it face current challenges (Thu, 14 May 2026)
CED will enable the aluminum industry business affected by U.S. tariffs to remain competitive in uncertain and changing market conditions.
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Tariff response: Government of Canada invests close to $778,000 in Verbom to help it face current challenges (Wed, 13 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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Tariff response: Government of Canada invests over $1M to help SMEs in Montréal’s East End face current challenges (Wed, 13 May 2026)
CED will enable ARA Robotics and Pro-Spin Metal Spinning, two manufacturing SMEs affected by U.S. tariffs on aluminum, to remain competitive in uncertain and changing market conditions.
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Invitation to media – Carlos Leitão and Tim Watchorn to announce Government of Canada support for business in Laurentides region affected by tariff situation (Wed, 13 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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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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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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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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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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The Honourable Joël Lightbound highlights, in Les Îles de la Madeleine, $957.8-million investment from Spring Economic Update 2026: Canada Strong for All to Small Craft Harbours Program (Fri, 08 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.
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Invitation to media – Bienvenu-Olivier Ntumba to announce Government of Canada support for two businesses in Montérégie region affected by tariff situation (Fri, 08 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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Ottawa and Québec invest in Graphie’s growth (Fri, 08 May 2026)
The governments of Canada and Quebec are providing financial support to Graphie to support the modernization and expansion of its manufacturing operations.
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Expansion of the emerald ash borer regulated area in Quebec and Nova Scotia (Thu, 30 Apr 2026)
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is committed to protecting Canada’s plant resource base from invasive pests that threaten our forests and forestry industry.
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Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Donnacona Institution (Wed, 29 Apr 2026)
On April 22, 2026, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Donnacona Institution, a maximum security federal institution.
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Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at the Regional Reception Centre (Fri, 24 Apr 2026)
On April 21 2026, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, a package containing contraband and unauthorized items was seized at the Regional Reception Centre, a multi-level security federal institution.
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Federal government invests in the Estrie region to improve public transit services in rural areas (Fri, 24 Apr 2026)
Several municipalities in the Estrie region will benefit from improved public transit thanks to a federal investment of nearly $500,000.
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Infrastructure Announcement in East Angus (Thu, 23 Apr 2026)
Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Caroline Desrochers, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Housing and Infrastructure and Member of Parliament for Trois-Rivières, Marianne Dandurand, Member of Parliament for Compton—Stanstead, Robert Roy, Prefect of the Haut-Saint-François RCM, Isabelle Labrecque, Executive Director of Transport HSF, and Nathalie Bresse, Chair of the Board of Transport HSF.
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Seizures of contraband and unauthorized items at Port-Cartier Institution (Mon, 20 Apr 2026)
Between April 12 and 15, 2026, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Port-Cartier Institution, a maximum security federal institution.
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Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Drummond institution (Fri, 17 Apr 2026)
On April 8, 2026, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Drummond Institution, a medium security federal institution.
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CANCELLED - Government of Canada to support tariff-impacted workers in Quebec (Thu, 16 Apr 2026)
CANCELLED - The Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Jobs and Families, Annie Koutrakis, will be in Fassett to announce funding to help workers in Quebec build new skills and seize emerging opportunities.
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Invitation to media – The Honourable Élisabeth Brière to highlight Government of Canada support for two Sherbrooke organizations to strengthen Quebec’s defence industrial capacity (Thu, 16 Apr 2026)
The media are invited to a press activity on Government of Canada investments aimed at strengthening industrial capacity and innovation among organizations working in defence supply chains.
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Seizures of contraband and unauthorized items at Cowansville Institution (Mon, 13 Apr 2026)
On April 12 and 13, 2026, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Cowansville Institution, a medium-security federal institution.
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Government of Canada invests to structure defence industrial ecosystem (Mon, 13 Apr 2026)
Three organizations working with Quebec SMEs share a total of close to $4.5 million in non-repayable CED funding.
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Canada and Quebec sign bilateral agreement for projects under the Rural Transit Solutions Fund (Fri, 10 Apr 2026)
Public transit keeps communities connected, supports local economies and provides affordable, reliable access to jobs, services and opportunities. In rural communities in Canada, these investments help communities bring innovative transit solutions to life, strengthen existing rural transit systems, and lead to real benefits for residents. This provides equitable access to essential services, greater social connection, reduced reliance on personal vehicles, and a positive impact to environmental sustainability.
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77 new housing units in three Quebec communities thanks to a Memorandum of Understanding between Canada and Quebec (Thu, 09 Apr 2026)
Driven by a shared desire to increase housing supply, the governments of Canada and Quebec strengthened their collaboration in January to accelerate residential construction and support community development. Thanks to a Memorandum of Understanding setting out the principles of collaboration for the deployment of Build Canada Homes in Quebec, while respecting provincial priorities and jurisdictions, the two governments are now delivering concrete results by partnering to support nearly 865 new affordable housing units across Quebec, representing a total investment of $200 million.
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Governments of Canada and Quebec reach $122.5-million agreement to support tariff-impacted workers (Thu, 09 Apr 2026)
The global trade landscape is shifting rapidly, creating uncertainty and challenges for workers, industries and communities across Canada. In a rapidly changing world, Canada must focus on what it can control: building a stronger, more resilient nation. This calls for decisive action from governments at all levels to protect jobs, strengthen local economies and ensure workers can adapt to changing economic realities.
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Housing Announcement in Morin-Heights (Wed, 08 Apr 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, Caroline Desrochers, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Housing and Infrastructure, Tim Watchorn, Member of Parliament for Les Pays-d’en-Haut, Agnès Grondin, Member of the National Assembly for Argenteuil, Her Worship Louise Cossette, Mayor of Morin-Heights, His Worship Michel Jasmin, Mayor of Saint-Calixte, and Rémi Barbeau, Mayor for Saint-Jérôme.
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Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Archambault Institution  (Tue, 07 Apr 2026)
On April 7, 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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Completion of a strategic project strengthening food security in Nunavik: the Government of Canada invests nearly one million dollars to modernize the FCNQ’s storage capacity (Tue, 07 Apr 2026)
In a context where food security and essential services remain key priorities for northern communities, the Government of Canada is highlighting the completion of a transformative project aimed at improving access to fresh, affordable food and reducing costs in Nunavik.
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Invitation to media – Caroline Desrochers to highlight Government of Canada support for two Mauricie businesses affected by tariff situation (Tue, 07 Apr 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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Tariff response: Government of Canada invests close to $64M to help SMEs in steel sector overcome current challenges (Tue, 07 Apr 2026)
CED supports close to 100 businesses across Quebec so they can remain competitive in uncertain and changing market conditions.
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Backgrounder: Government of Canada supports SMEs in steel sector in face of current challenges (Tue, 07 Apr 2026)
The following information is in addition to the news release issued on April 7, 2026, on CED’s financial assistance and the recipient businesses.
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PS Lavack highlights funding to better serve Inuit communities in Nunavik (Mon, 06 Apr 2026)
Parliamentary Secretary Lavack to make announcement on investment to better serve Inuit communities in Nunavik.
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Invitation to media – The Honourable Mélanie Joly to announce Government of Canada support for close to 100 SMEs in Quebec affected by the tariff situation (Mon, 06 Apr 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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