Canada News Centre2026-09-11T09:56:13-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/news.htmlhttps://www.canada.ca/etc/designs/canada/wet-boew/assets/wmms-blk.svghttps://www.canada.ca/en/parks-canada/news/2026/09/government-of-canada-announces-substantial-completion-of-a-new-346m-parks-canada-national-fire-equipment-cache.html

Strategic location in Banff National Park supports wildfire response throughout the Mountain Parks and across Canada.

Parks Canada2026-09-11T10:01:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/parks-canada/news/2026/09/backgrounder-parks-canada-national-fire-equipment-cache-completion-september-2026.html

Parks Canada National Fire Equipment Cache Completion.

Parks Canada2026-09-10T16:44:41-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/indigenous-services-canada/news/2026/09/gitwangak-gitanyow-and-gitsegukla-first-nations-celebrate-the-opening-of-their-new-gitksen-west-secondary-school.html

Yesterday, Simgigyet (hereditary chiefs), Sigidim Haanak (matriarchs), Band Councils, Elders, community members, educators, and students from the three communities celebrated the opening of the new Gitksen West Secondary School on Gitwangak reserve #1.

Indigenous Services Canada2026-09-04T13:05:19-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/impact-assessment-agency/news/2026/09/newfoundland-and-labrador-and-canada-sign-co-operation-agreement-to-accelerate-project-assessments.html

Today, the Honourable Joanne Thompson, Minister of Fisheries and the Honourable Chris Tibbs, Minister of Social Supports and Well-Being, Housing, Poverty Reduction, and Responsible for the Status of Persons with Disabilities, announced the Co-operation Agreement between Newfoundland and Labrador and Canada on Environmental and Impact Assessment.

Impact Assessment Agency of Canada2026-09-02T15:47:12-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/crown-indigenous-relations-northern-affairs/news/2026/09/hatchet-lake-denesuline-first-nation-reaches-settlement-agreement-on-treaty-land-entitlement-specific-claim.html

Today, Chief Bartholomew J. Tsannie of Hatchet Lake Denesuline First Nation, the Honourable Buckley Belanger, Secretary of State (Rural Development), and the Honourable Eric Schmalz, Minister Responsible for First Nations, Métis and Northern Affairs announced a settlement agreement for a treaty land entitlement claim as part of the Saskatchewan Treaty Land Entitlement Framework Agreement.

Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada2026-09-01T18:32:22-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/crown-indigenous-relations-northern-affairs/news/2026/09/secretary-of-state-belanger-to-announce-treaty-land-entitlement-specific-claim-settlement-with-hatchet-lake-denesuline-first-nation.html

Secretary of State Belanger to announce Treaty Land Entitlement

Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada2026-09-01T07:50:39-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/crown-indigenous-relations-northern-affairs/news/2026/08/celebration-of-the-tenth-anniversary-of-the-establishment-of-the-delne-gotne-government.html

On September 01, 2026, the Délı̨nę Got’ı̨nę Government and Governments of Canada and the Northwest Territories will celebrate the tenth anniversary of the NWT’s first community-based self government, the Délı̨nę Got’ı̨nę Government, located in Délı̨nę, NWT. Representing 1300 members who live in the community and across Canada, the Délı̨nę Got’ı̨nę Government represents the self government and land claim agreement rights and authorities of Délı̨nę First Nation Citizens. In addition, it is responsible for representing and providing services to all residents of the community.

Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada2026-08-31T13:53:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/fisheries-oceans/news/2026/08/government-of-canada-and-gitanyow-nation-sign-incremental-fisheries-reconciliation-agreement.html

The Government of Canada, represented by the Honourable Joanne Thompson, Minister of Fisheries, joined representatives from the Gitanyow Hereditary Chiefs to sign a 10-year Incremental Fisheries Reconciliation Agreement at the Gitanyow Hereditary Chiefs’ Office and Sindihl House of Learning in Gitanyow, in northwestern British Columbia.

Fisheries and Oceans Canada2026-08-31T13:00:03-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/prairies-economic-development/news/2026/08/federal-government-invests-in-cold-lakes-energy-and-aviation-sectors-to-build-a-stronger-more-secure-canada.html

Investments to enhance Canada’s strategic position while unlocking economic opportunities to support workforce development and Indigenous-led resource development

Prairies Economic Development Canada2026-08-26T14:14:06-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/parks-canada/news/2026/08/parks-canada-to-celebrate-the-50th-anniversary-of-the-official-opening-of-bethune-memorial-house.html

Parks Canada to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the official opening of Bethune Memorial House.

Parks Canada2026-08-26T08:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/parks-canada/news/2026/08/third-unesco-reactive-monitoring-mission-to-wood-buffalo-national-park-world-heritage-site-concludes.html

Third UNESCO Reactive Monitoring Mission to Wood Buffalo National Park World Heritage Site Concludes.

Parks Canada2026-08-25T15:00:21-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/prairies-economic-development/news/2026/08/government-of-canada-to-announce-support-for-economic-opportunities-in-the-cold-lake-region.html

Matt Jeneroux, Member of Parliament for Edmonton Riverbend to announce federal funding in support of economic development opportunities in the Cold Lake Region on behalf of the Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada.

Prairies Economic Development Canada2026-08-25T12:49:50-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/crown-indigenous-relations-northern-affairs/news/2026/08/canada-and-two-first-nations-under-treaties-4-and-6-advance-reconciliation-through-agricultural-benefits-claim-settlements.html

Today, the Honourable Rebecca Alty, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, alongside the Honourable Buckley Belanger, Secretary of State for Rural Development, joined representatives from The Key First Nation and Muskeg Lake Cree Nation to mark the resolution of their agricultural benefits specific claims.

Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada2026-08-25T11:10:09-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/indigenous-services-canada/news/2026/08/canada-invests-an-additional-54-million-to-advance-innovative-virtual-health-hub-in-whitecap-dakota-nation.html

Today, the Honourable Mandy Gull-Masty, Minister of Indigenous Services, announced $5.4 million in new funding for the Virtual Health Hub (VHH) alongside Chief Darcy Bear and Virtual Health Hub CEO Dr. Ivar Mendez in Whitecap Dakota Nation.

Indigenous Services Canada2026-08-20T15:13:47-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/crown-indigenous-relations-northern-affairs/news/2026/08/minister-alty-to-announce-agricultural-benefits-specific-claims-settlements-with-first-nations-under-treaties-4-and-6.html

Please be advised that the Honourable Rebecca Alty, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, will hold a media availability to announce Agricultural Benefits specific claims settlements with First Nations in Treaty 4 and Treaty 6 territories. The Minister will be joined by Chiefs representing recipient First Nation communities.

Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada2026-08-20T14:04:47-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/fisheries-oceans/news/2026/08/the-governments-of-british-columbia-and-canada-co-chair-the-canadian-council-of-fisheries-and-aquaculture-ministers-annual-meeting.html

Victoria, British Columbia – British Columbia's Minister of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship, the Honourable Randene Neill, and the federal Minister of Fisheries, the Honourable Joanne Thompson, will co-chair the annual meeting of the Canadian Council of Fisheries and Aquaculture Ministers (CCFAM) on August 19-20, 2026.

Fisheries and Oceans Canada2026-08-19T16:00:33-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/indigenous-services-canada/news/2026/08/minister-gull-masty-and-chief-darcy-bear-to-make-an-announcement-in-whitecap-dakota-nation.html

Please be advised that the Honourable Mandy Gull-Masty, Minister of Indigenous Services, and Chief Darcy Bear of Whitecap Dakota First Nation, will make an announcement on the Dakota Dunes Thermal Spa and the Virtual Health Hub.

Indigenous Services Canada2026-08-19T12:15:51-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/crown-indigenous-relations-northern-affairs/news/2026/08/government-of-canada-helps-protect-ulukhaktok-from-climate-risks.html

Communities across Canada are adapting to a changing climate. Flooding, extreme heat, wildfires and shoreline erosion affect homes and businesses, put pressure on local infrastructure, and add to the costs that families and municipalities carry. Preparing for these risks in advance is one of the most effective ways to keep people safe and to keep those costs from growing.

Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada2026-08-17T10:39:25-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2026/08/indigenous-led-projects-in-the-nwt-to-expand-businesses-and-empower-youth.html

Today, Dr. Brendan Hanley, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs and Member of Parliament for the Yukon, on behalf of the Honourable Rebecca Chartrand, Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs and Minister responsible for CanNor, announced a contribution of up to $1,982,199 to support four Indigenous-led projects across the Northwest Territories. Delivered through CanNor, this funding will help improve airline infrastructure in the Sahtu Region and advance timber harvesting in Fort Providence. It will also support software upgrades to improve business operations for Yellowknife companies and empower 30 Indigenous youth in the South Slave Region through an entrepreneurship bootcamp.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2026-08-10T16:31:13-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2026/08/backgrounder-the-government-of-canada-invests-over-19m-to-support-indigenous-economic-participation-in-the-northwest-territories.html

The Government of Canada, through CanNor, is providing up to $1,982,199 to four Indigenous-led projects that will help expand business operations and empower Indigenous youth.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2026-08-10T16:31:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2026/08/the-government-of-canada-to-announce-investments-supporting-indigenous-led-economic-development-and-infrastructure-in-the-northwest-territories.html

Dr. Brendan Hanley, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs and Member of Parliament for the Yukon, on behalf of the Honourable Rebecca Chartrand, Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs and Minister responsible for CanNor, will announce funding for four Indigenous-led projects that strengthen the Northwest Territories’ economy and infrastructure.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2026-08-07T16:15:59-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/parks-canada/news/2026/08/media-availability-at-la-mauricie-national-park.html

Media Availability at La Mauricie National Park.

Parks Canada2026-08-07T13:59:18-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2026/07/multiple-charges-laid-in-deceptive-online-passport-service-scam.html

Multiple charges laid in deceptive online passport service scam July 28, 2026 – GATINEAU (Québec), Competition Bureau

Competition Bureau Canada2026-07-28T07:58:09-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/indigenous-services-canada/news/2026/07/shawanaga-first-nation-marks-grand-opening-of-new-water-treatment-plant.html

Today, Shawanaga First Nation celebrated the completion of their new water treatment plant, an important milestone in the community’s efforts to strengthen access to safe, clean drinking water.

Indigenous Services Canada2026-07-23T11:06:41-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/crown-indigenous-relations-northern-affairs/news/2026/07/minister-alty-highlights-increased-canada-child-benefit-support-for-families-in-the-northwest-territories.html

Enhanced tax-free support to benefit nearly 4,500 families in the Northwest Territories starting July 20, 2026.

Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada2026-07-20T11:49:39-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/parks-canada/news/2026/07/government-of-canada-and-partners-acquire-19-hectares-of-former-windsor-raceway-to-contribute-to-proposed-national-urban-park-in-the-windsor-area.html

Government of Canada and partners acquire 19 hectares of former Windsor Raceway to contribute to proposed national urban park in the Windsor area

Parks Canada2026-07-20T11:00:56-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/parks-canada/news/2026/07/proposed-national-urban-park-in-the-windsor-area.html

Proposed National Urban Park in the Windsor Area.

Parks Canada2026-07-20T08:18:06-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/indigenous-services-canada/news/2026/07/the-canada-child-benefit-payments-increasing-in-2026-2027-nearly-153000-families-in-manitoba-benefiting-from-more-generous-payments-starting-this-m.html

The Government of Canada is lowering costs for families by strengthening the Canada Child Benefit (CCB). The CCB is a monthly tax-free payment to help them with the costs of raising children.

Indigenous Services Canada2026-07-17T11:37:17-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/parks-canada/news/2026/07/federal-government-to-make-an-announcement-on-the-proposed-national-urban-park-in-the-windsor-ontario-area.html

Federal government to make an announcement on the proposed national urban park in the Windsor, Ontario area.

Parks Canada2026-07-16T16:27:49-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/indigenous-services-canada/news/2026/07/parliamentary-secretary-lavack-to-highlight-the-canada-child-benefits-more-generous-support-for-families.html

Please be advised that the Honourable Ginette Lavack, Member of Parliament for St. Boniface—St. Vital and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Indigenous Services, will be in Winnipeg to highlight the increase to the Canada Child Benefit, lowering costs for families across Canada.

Indigenous Services Canada2026-07-16T15:12:06-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/prairies-economic-development/news/2026/07/government-of-canada-powering-long-term-sustainability-and-indigenous-knowledge-sharing-at-blackfoot-crossing-historical-park.html

PrairiesCan investment helping Blackfoot Crossing Historical Park maximize the economic, operational and environmental benefits of solar energy so the site can continue to reliably deliver Indigenous experiences

Prairies Economic Development Canada2026-07-13T15:38:10-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/parks-canada/news/2026/07/federal-government-agreement-paves-the-way-for-new-permanent-home-for-manitou-asiniys-in-elk-island-national-park.html

Federal Government agreement paves the way for new permanent home for Manitou Asinîy’s in Elk Island National Park.

Parks Canada2026-07-13T11:45:29-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/indigenous-services-canada/news/2026/07/itum-and-the-governments-of-canada-and-quebec-sign-the-first-tripartite-coordination-agreement-in-quebec-for-innu-child-and-family-services.html

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.

Indigenous Services Canada2026-07-10T12:38:53-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/crown-indigenous-relations-northern-affairs/news/2026/07/ministers-chartrand-alty-and-gull-masty-issue-statement-on-nunavut-day.html

The Honourable Rebecca Chartrand, Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs and Minister responsible for the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency, the Honourable Rebecca Alty, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, and the Honourable Mandy Gull-Masty, Minister of Indigenous Services, issued the following statement today

Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada2026-07-09T14:03:52-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/parks-canada/news/2026/07/government-of-canada-to-make-an-announcement-regarding-a-historic-agreement-with-the-manitou-asiniy-iniskim-tsa-xani-centre-in-elk-island-national-.html

Government of Canada to make an announcement regarding a historic agreement with the Manitou Asinîy-Iniskim-Tsa Xani Centre in Elk Island National Park.

Parks Canada2026-07-09T12:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2026/07/improvements-to-kangiqsukutaaq-quarry-on-south-baffin-island-to-support-nunavut-carvers.html

Today the Honourable Rebecca Chartrand, Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs and Minister responsible for CanNor, announced a $586,500 contribution to the Qikiqtani Inuit Association to improve the safety and usability of the Kangiqsukutaaq Quarry.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2026-07-08T14:27:06-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/crown-indigenous-relations-northern-affairs/news/2026/07/government-of-canada-seeks-input-on-redesigned-additions-to-reserve-policy.html

The Government of Canada is seeking feedback on a draft of the redesigned Additions to Reserve (ATR) Policy.

Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada2026-07-07T15:24:28-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/crown-indigenous-relations-northern-affairs/news/2026/07/government-of-canada-government-of-nunavut-and-nunavut-tunngavik-incorporated-finalize-a-decision-on-the-2023-recommended-nunavut-land-use-plan.html

The Government of Canada, the Government of Nunavut and Nunavut Tunngavik Incorporated (Parties) are committed to a Nunavut Land Use Plan that provides clear, durable and comprehensive direction for land use across the territory. After careful review of the 2023 Recommended Nunavut Land Use Plan (Recommended Plan), the Parties have each arrived at the decision that there remains further work to do in cooperation with the Nunavut Planning Commission and the Recommended Plan cannot be accepted at this time, as currently drafted.

Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada2026-07-03T17:33:58-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/parks-canada/news/2026/06/grand-opening-of-the-wood-buffalo-national-park-field-station.html

Grand Opening of the Wood Buffalo National Park Field Station

Parks Canada2026-06-30T07:43:52-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/crown-indigenous-relations-northern-affairs/news/2026/06/kahnawake-and-canada-meet-to-advance-on-return-of-land.html

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.

Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada2026-06-29T15:52:50-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2026/06/backgrounder-the-government-of-canada-invests-over-22-m-to-grow-tourism-in-the-territories.html

The Government of Canada, through CanNor, is providing $2,209,505 to eight projects that will support tourism infrastructure, attract visitors, and enhance local tourism offerings across the North.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2026-06-29T13:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2026/06/northern-businesses-expand-to-attract-tourism-in-nunavut-the-northwest-territories-and-the-yukon.html

Today, the Honourable Rebecca Chartrand, Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs and Minister responsible for CanNor, announced a contribution of $2,209,505 to support eight tourism projects across Nunavut, the Northwest Territories, and the Yukon. Delivered through CanNor, this funding will support tourism infrastructure, promote the North, and establish new tourism destinations while helping businesses expand and innovate.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2026-06-29T12:35:51-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/impact-assessment-agency/news/2026/06/government-of-canada-completes-webequie-supply-road-project-impact-assessment.html

Today, the Government of Canada issued a decision statement for the Webequie Supply Road Project in Ontario, determining that, in areas of federal jurisdiction, the benefits of this project outweigh the identified potential adverse effects.

Impact Assessment Agency of Canada2026-06-25T16:20:58-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/indigenous-services-canada/news/2026/06/five-manitoba-first-nations-reach-major-milestones-in-improving-access-to-safe-drinking-water0.html

Today, the Honourable Rebecca Chartrand, on behalf of the Honourable Mandy Gull-Masty, Minister of Indigenous Services, joined Long Plain First Nation to celebrate the completion of upgrades to and an expansion of its water treatment plant.

Indigenous Services Canada2026-06-23T12:00:24-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/indigenous-services-canada/news/2026/06/five-manitoba-first-nations-reach-major-milestones-in-improving-access-to-safe-drinking-water.html

Five First Nations in Manitoba are marking milestones in improving access to safe and reliable drinking water for nearly 10,000 community members.

Indigenous Services Canada2026-06-23T12:00:09-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/fisheries-oceans/news/2026/06/the-new-horizons-for-seniors-program.html

The New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP) is a federal grants and contributions program. Its goal is to strengthen seniors’ social inclusion so they can benefit from, and contribute to, the quality of life in their communities.

Fisheries and Oceans Canada2026-06-23T08:59:47-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/fisheries-oceans/news/2026/06/minister-thompson-announces-the-reopening-of-commercial-northern-shrimp-fishery-near-eastern-newfoundland-and-labrador.html

The Northern shrimp fishery has long been an important source of income for coastal communities in eastern Canada. The Government of Canada is continuing to support Canada’s fishing industries and those whose livelihoods depend on it.

Fisheries and Oceans Canada2026-06-22T13:00:17-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/fisheries-oceans/news/2026/06/government-of-canada-to-announce-funding-to-make-life-better-for-seniors-in-st-johns-newfoundland-and-labrador.html

The Honourable Joanne Thompson, Minister of Fisheries, will be in St. John’s to announce an investment to help seniors be connected and active members of their communities.

Fisheries and Oceans Canada2026-06-22T10:51:39-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/crown-indigenous-relations-northern-affairs/news/2026/06/minister-chartrand-in-long-plain-first-nation-to-highlight-key-milestones-in-safe-drinking-water.html

Please be advised that the Honourable Rebecca Chartrand, Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs and Minister responsible for the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency, on behalf of the Honourable Mandy Gull-Masty, Minister of Indigenous Services, will highlight major milestones in improving access to safe drinking water for five Manitoba First Nations. A media availability will follow.

Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada2026-06-19T14:06:26-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/indigenous-services-canada/news/2026/06/zagime-anishinabek-celebrates-the-groundbreaking-of-a-new-k-8-school.html

Schools are often the cornerstone of First Nations communities, providing students with a safe place to learn and grow, and acting as a gathering place for community events and cultural activities. Investing in education infrastructure helps create opportunities for future generations, strengthens cultural identity, and supports the overall well-being of the community.

Indigenous Services Canada2026-06-19T12:12:22-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2026/06/backgrounder-the-government-of-canada-is-investing-over-47m-to-support-traditional-food-production-in-nunavut.html

The federal government is providing up to $4,787,324 in targeted funding for two community food processing plants in Nunavut. These projects will create jobs and improve access to local food for community members.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2026-06-18T15:05:08-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2026/06/two-nunavut-communities-strengthen-access-to-traditional-foods-with-new-processing-facilities.html

The Government of Canada is investing over $4.7 million on two community-led traditional food processing facilities that will help Gjoa Haven and Taloyoak residents access more local foods and strengthen food sovereignty in the region.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2026-06-18T15:05:01-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/parks-canada/news/2026/06/obadjiwanfort-temiscamingue-national-historic-site-management-plan-tabled-in-parliament.html

Obadjiwan–Fort Témiscamingue National Historic Site is the first national historic site in Canada to be co-owned with an Indigenous nation.

Parks Canada2026-06-18T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/indigenous-services-canada/news/2026/06/minister-gull-masty-introduces-legislation-to-support-access-to-clean-drinking-water-in-first-nations-communities-and-announces-historic-funding-co.html

Everyone in Canada should have access to clean and safe drinking water. First Nations have long called for legislation that affirms their inherent rights, sets minimum standards for water services, recognizes their stewardship in keeping water clean, and meets their needs. Effective legislation, a national regulatory regime, and First Nations-led institutions are essential to supporting sustainable access to clean, safe and reliable drinking water in First Nations communities.

Indigenous Services Canada2026-06-16T10:17:40-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/indigenous-services-canada/news/2026/06/bill-c-37-first-nations-clean-water-act.html

Bill C-37, the proposed First Nations Clean Water Act, demonstrates the Government of Canada's commitment to address the priorities and concerns raised by First Nations, now and in the future.

Indigenous Services Canada2026-06-16T10:17:33-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/indigenous-services-canada/news/2026/06/minister-gull-masty-to-make-historic-announcement-on-first-nations-drinking-water.html

The Honourable Mandy Gull-Masty, Minister of Indigenous Services, will hold a press conference and media availability on an Act respecting water, source water, drinking water, wastewater and related infrastructure on First Nation lands.

Indigenous Services Canada2026-06-15T10:38:42-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2026/06/minister-chartrand-launches-the-build-communities-strong-fund-local-impact-stream-in-the-north.html

Strong communities depend on strong infrastructure. By supporting high-impact community projects that reflect local priorities, the Government of Canada is taking action to strengthen the local facilities and public spaces that bring people together, while driving regional economic growth and long-term prosperity.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2026-06-08T17:22:52-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/fisheries-oceans/news/2026/06/canada-to-host-the-12th-our-ocean-conference-in-spring-2027.html

With the world’s longest coastline, and three oceans—the Atlantic, Pacific, and Arctic—Canada understands the complexity and urgency of ocean stewardship. Canadian communities—coastal, northern, Indigenous, rural, and urban—are deeply connected to our oceans. The oceans define the culture and identity of our coastal communities and drive economic prosperity for our people.

Fisheries and Oceans Canada2026-06-08T14:30:26-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/parks-canada/news/2026/06/government-of-canada-recognizes-five-new-designations-of-national-historic-significance.html

Government of Canada recognizes five new designations of national historic significance

Parks Canada2026-06-08T13:10:29-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/crown-indigenous-relations-northern-affairs/news/2026/06/minister-alty-highlights-that-canadians-will-begin-receiving-enhanced-canada-groceries-and-essentials-benefit-starting-today.html

The world’s economic and trade landscape is undergoing a rapid transformation, thrusting countries, businesses, and workers into a period of uncertainty. Canada’s new government is responding accordingly, with a focus on what we can control: building a stronger economy at home, protecting Canadian jobs and sectors, and making life more affordable.

Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada2026-06-05T14:07:07-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/parks-canada/news/2026/06/the-sante-mawiomi-the-grand-council-of-the-mikmaw-nation-and-the-government-of-canada-commemorate-the-300th-anniversary-of-the-signing-of-the-peace.html

The Peace and Friendship Treaty of 1726 has been designated as an event of national historic significance.

Parks Canada2026-06-04T13:01:40-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/crown-indigenous-relations-northern-affairs/news/2026/06/minister-alty-to-announce-update-on-canada-groceries-and-essentials-benefit.html

Winnipeg, Manitoba — Please be advised that the Honourable Rebecca Alty, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, will make an announcement in Winnipeg related to the Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit.

Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada2026-06-04T12:52:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/crown-indigenous-relations-northern-affairs/news/2026/06/fifth-anniversary-report-on-progress-to-end-the-national-crisis-of-missing-and-murdered-indigenous-women-girls-and-2slgbtqi-people.html

Today marks the fifth anniversary of the 2021 Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ People National Action Plan: Ending Violence Against Indigenous Women, Girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ People.

Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada2026-06-03T14:52:05-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/parks-canada/news/2026/06/commemorating-the-300th-anniversary-of-the-signing-of-the-peace-and-friendship-treaty-of-1726.html

Commemorating the 300th anniversary of the signing of the Peace and Friendship Treaty of 1726.

Parks Canada2026-06-02T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/crown-indigenous-relations-northern-affairs/news/2026/06/ministers-alty-chartrand-gull-masty-and-miller-issue-a-joint-statement-marking-the-beginning-of-national-indigenous-history-month.html

National Indigenous History Month is an opportunity for us all to recognize and celebrate the distinct histories, diverse cultures and languages, and enduring contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis, who have always served as stewards of the lands and waters.

Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada2026-06-01T13:02:55-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/crown-indigenous-relations-northern-affairs/news/2026/06/former-students-of-ile-a-la-crosse-school-can-now-apply-for-settlement-compensation-payments.html

Former students of Île-à-la-Crosse School may now apply for settlement compensation payments. Through this compensation process, we seek to recognize the harms experienced by Survivors, as well as their families and communities, who attended or were affected by the Île-à-la-Crosse School. The school operated from the 1860s to the 1970s and primarily served Métis and First Nations students from northern Saskatchewan. Together, we have worked to find a fair, compassionate, and respectful resolution to this litigation.

Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada2026-06-01T11:02:46-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/indigenous-services-canada/news/2026/05/ontario-first-nations-and-canada-celebrate-the-implementation-of-the-ontario-final-agreement-to-reform-child-and-family-services.html

Today, the Honourable Mandy Gull-Masty, Minister of Indigenous Services, joined Regional Chief Abram Benedict, Grand Chief Alvin Fiddler, the Chiefs of Ontario and Nishnawbe Aski Nation in Ottawa to mark the official implementation of the Ontario Final Agreement to reform the First Nations Child and Family Services Program across the province. As of today, funding begins to flow under the Agreement, supporting First Nations-led approaches that focus on prevention, family supports, and better outcomes for children.

Indigenous Services Canada2026-05-29T12:15:09-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/parks-canada/news/2026/05/parks-canada-announces-its-updated-impact-on-canadas-economy.html

Statistics highlight record visitation, economic growth, and wide-ranging benefits for communities and conservation across the country.

Parks Canada2026-05-28T15:00:53-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/parks-canada/news/2026/05/government-of-canada-invests-478-million-to-strengthen-parks-canada-wildfire-preparedness-and-protect-communities.html

Funding supports essential capacity of Parks Canada’s National Fire Management Program.

Parks Canada2026-05-28T13:23:49-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/indigenous-services-canada/news/2026/05/minister-gull-masty-the-chiefs-of-ontario-and-nishnawbe-aski-nation-to-celebrate-implementation-of-the-ontario-final-agreement-to-reform-child-and-.html

The Honourable Mandy Gull-Masty, Minister of Indigenous Services, the Chiefs of Ontario and Nishnawbe Aski Nation will hold a celebration on the implementation of the Ontario Final Agreement to reform First Nations Child and Family Services.

Indigenous Services Canada2026-05-28T10:00:08-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/parks-canada/news/2026/05/mia-yaltwa-halidzogm-hoon-a-collaborative-approach-to-marine-protection-announced-for-the-central-coast-of-british-columbia.html

Six partner First Nations, the Governments of Canada and British Columbia announce the establishment of a National Marine Conservation Area Reserve (NMCAR), while First Nations simultaneously declare an Indigenous Protected and Conserved Area (IPCA).

Parks Canada2026-05-22T16:28:37-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/parks-canada/news/2026/05/backgrounder-mia-yaltwa-halidzogm-hoon-a-collaborative-approach-to-marine-protection-announced-for-the-central-coast-of-british-columbia.html

Mia-yaltwa Ha'lidzogm hoon: A collaborative approach to marine protection announced for the Central Coast of British Columbia.

Parks Canada2026-05-22T13:13:30-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/parks-canada/news/2026/05/virtual-technical-briefing-hosted-by-parks-canada-and-fisheries-and-oceans-canada-on-marine-protection-in-british-columbia.html

Virtual Technical Briefing Hosted by Parks Canada and Fisheries and Oceans Canada on Marine Protection in British Columbia.

Parks Canada2026-05-22T09:31:38-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/crown-indigenous-relations-northern-affairs/news/2026/05/canada-boosts-funding-for-first-nations-consultations-in-northern-manitoba-and-british-columbia-to-get-major-projects-built-faster.html

Today, the Honourable Rebecca Alty, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, Grand Chief Walter Wastesicoot, Sovereign Keewatin Yahthi Nations Grand Council (Manitoba), and Interim Director Celina Dorame, First Nations Public Service Secretariat – which is an initiative of the First Nations Summit (British Columbia) – announced $1.8 million in additional funding to support First Nations in Northern Manitoba and British Columbia.

Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada2026-05-21T12:22:28-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/crown-indigenous-relations-northern-affairs/news/2026/05/minister-alty-to-make-an-announcement-with-sovereign-keewatin-yahthi-nations.html

Please be advised that the Honourable Rebecca Alty, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, will be making a funding announcement in Winnipeg to get major projects built faster with the Sovereign Keewatin Yahthi Nations.

Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada2026-05-20T10:19:17-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/crown-indigenous-relations-northern-affairs/news/2026/05/government-of-canada-supports-improved-decisionmaking-and-indigenous-participation-in-northern-major-projects.html

The Government of Canada is advancing responsible development in the North by supporting better data, stronger partnerships, and regulatory processes guided by Indigenous priorities.

Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada2026-05-19T17:03:15-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2026/05/the-government-of-canada-provides-nearly-490000-to-expand-innovation-for-a-resilient-northern-economy.html

Innovation is essential to building resilient, competitive and diversified economies. By investing in northern innovators, businesses and communities, the Government of Canada is helping bring new ideas to life, fostering sustainable economic development, creating jobs and supporting Canada’s long-term productivity and growth.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2026-05-15T17:54:18-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2026/05/backgrounder-the-government-of-canada-invests-nearly-490000-to-expand-innovation-for-a-resilient-northern-economy.html

The Government of Canada, through CanNor, is providing nearly $490,000 to four projects aimed at innovative products, services, and approaches to building a diverse northern economy.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2026-05-15T17:54:07-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/parks-canada/news/2026/05/parks-canada-and-the-royal-architectural-institute-of-canada-announce-winner-of-international-design-competition-for-a-reimagined-visitor-centre-an.html

Following an evaluation from the independent jury panel, Paul Raff Studio and Kengo Kuma & Associates' design #5 selected as the winning conceptual design.

Parks Canada2026-05-13T13:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/05/alaska-highway-contract-awarded-to-indigenous-owned-business-partnership.html

The Government of Canada is taking action to rehabilitate the Alaska Highway and protect it from climate-related damage.

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-05-13T13:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/indigenous-services-canada/news/2026/05/honouring-excellence-in-nursing-2026-indigenous-services-canada-award-recipients-announced.html

In First Nations and Inuit communities, nurses are key to the delivery of healthcare, as frontline providers and trusted partners walking alongside patients through every stage of their health journey.

Indigenous Services Canada2026-05-13T11:48:30-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/parks-canada/news/2026/05/governments-of-canada-and-ontario-accept-the-nomination-of-the-upper-st-lawrence-river-in-ontario-as-a-canadian-heritage-river.html

The river segment can now be considered for designation to the Canadian Heritage Rivers System.

Parks Canada2026-05-13T11:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2026/05/statement-by-the-honourable-rebecca-chartrand-minister-of-northern-and-arctic-affairs-and-minister-responsible-for-the-canadian-northern-economic-d.html

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

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2026-05-08T14:18:14-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/indigenous-services-canada/news/2026/05/minister-gull-masty-to-hold-media-availability-on-the-ontario-final-agreement-on-long-term-reform-of-the-first-nations-child-and-family-services-pr.html

The Honourable Mandy Gull-Masty, Minister of Indigenous Services, will hold a press conference and media availability to provide an update on the implementation of the Ontario Final Agreement on the long-term reform of child and family services.

Indigenous Services Canada2026-05-07T10:14:14-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/indigenous-services-canada/news/2026/05/statement-on-the-30th-anniversary-of-the-framework-agreement-on-first-nation-land-management.html

This year marks 30 years since the signing of a landmark agreement that transformed how First Nations manage their lands.

Indigenous Services Canada2026-05-05T13:15:07-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/crown-indigenous-relations-northern-affairs/news/2026/05/ministers-alty-gull-masty-chartrand-and-valdez-issue-a-statement-on-red-dress-day.html

Today, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations Rebecca Alty; Minister of Indigenous Services Mandy Gull-Masty; Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs and Minister responsible for the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency Rebecca Chartrand; and Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism) Rechie Valdez issued the following statement:

Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada2026-05-05T10:12:24-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/indigenous-services-canada/news/2026/05/abegweit-first-nation-the-government-of-canada-and-the-province-of-prince-edward-island-announce-a-first-of-its-kind-multilateral-emergency-managem.html

Today, the Honourable Mandy Gull-Masty, Minister of Indigenous Services, joined Chief Roderick "Junior" Gould of Abegweit First Nation, and the Honourable Bloyce Thompson, Minister of Justice and Public Safety and Attorney General of the Province of Prince Edward Island, to sign a historic, first-of-its-kind multilateral emergency management agreement.

Indigenous Services Canada2026-05-04T12:37:43-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/indigenous-services-canada/news/2026/05/auditor-general-of-canadas-report-new-fiscal-initiatives-with-first-nations.html

The Government of Canada welcomes the Auditor General’s report on the New Fiscal Relationship with First Nations and is taking action on its recommendations.

Indigenous Services Canada2026-05-04T11:10:08-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/crown-indigenous-relations-northern-affairs/news/2026/05/minister-rebecca-chartrand-highlights-spring-economic-update-2026-investments-to-help-workers-and-young-people-gain-skills-experience-and-support-t.html

Today, the Honourable Rebecca Chartrand, Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs and Minister responsible for the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor) met with students in Piping Industry Technical College to highlight key investments from the Spring Economic Update to build trades and support Canada’s young people.

Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada2026-05-01T11:51:58-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/indigenous-services-canada/news/2026/05/indigenous-services-canada-abegweit-first-nation-and-the-province-of-prince-edward-island-will-announce-a-milestone-agreement.html

Please be advised that the Honourable Mandy Gull-Masty, Minister of Indigenous Services, will join Chief Junior Gould of Abegweit First Nation, and the Honourable Bloyce Thompson, Minister of Justice, Public Safety and Attorney General – Province of Prince Edward Island, to sign a multilateral emergency management agreement.

Indigenous Services Canada2026-05-01T10:40:21-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/crown-indigenous-relations-northern-affairs/news/2026/04/minister-chartrand-to-highlight-spring-economic-update-2026-investments-to-build-trades-and-support-canadas-young-people.html

The Honourable Rebecca Chartrand, Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs and Minister responsible for the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency, will be in Winnipeg, Manitoba to highlight recent investments from the Spring Economic Update 2026: Canada Strong for All to help workers and young people gain the skills, experience and support they need to succeed.

Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada2026-04-30T16:44:35-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/crown-indigenous-relations-northern-affairs/news/2026/04/minister-alty-to-speak-at-first-nations-major-projects-coalition-conference.html

Please be advised that the Honourable Rebecca Alty, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, will deliver remarks at the First Nations Major Projects Coalition Conference in Toronto.

Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada2026-04-30T09:28:32-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/indigenous-services-canada/news/2026/04/sturgeon-lake-first-nation-opening-birthing-and-childrearing-lodge.html

Today, the Sturgeon Lake First Nation, in partnership with Indigenous Services Canada (ISC), celebrated the grand opening of the Shirley Bighead Nihtāwiki and Ohpikihāwasowin Birthing and Childrearing Lodge.

Indigenous Services Canada2026-04-29T12:05:43-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/parks-canada/news/2026/04/parks-canada-and-tourism-industry-association-of-canada-renew-shared-commitment-to-support-canadas-tourism-sector.html

Parks Canada and Tourism Industry Association of Canada renew shared commitment to support Canada’s tourism sector.

Parks Canada2026-04-24T11:45:56-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2026/04/data-portability-and-interoperability-are-key-to-competition-in-the-digital-health-care-sector.html

Data portability and interoperability are key to competition in the digital health care sectorApril 22, 2026Ottawa, Ontario

Competition Bureau Canada2026-04-23T10:36:25-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/crown-indigenous-relations-northern-affairs/news/2026/04/minister-alty-highlights-indigenous-rights-health-and-climate-leadership-at-the-25th-united-nations-permanent-forum-on-indigenous-issues.html

On Monday, Indigenous leaders and government partners from around the world came together to mark the start of the 25th session of the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues. At the forum, Minister Alty was joined by Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, First Nations, Inuit and Métis Elders, Ruth Mercredi, Minnie Grey, and Alberta Malcolm, as well as Reception keynote speaker Be’sha Blondin, and Senator Margo Greenwood.

Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada2026-04-22T17:47:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2026/04/the-government-of-canada-announces-funding-for-mineral-exploration-research-in-nunavut.html

Today, the Honourable Rebecca Chartrand, Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs and Minister responsible for CanNor, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, and the Honourable Craig Simailak, Government of Nunavut’s Minister of Community Services, announced $2.45 million in joint funding to support the Government of Nunavut’s research in foundational geoscience and critical mineral potential in south and central Baffin Island.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2026-04-22T13:44:37-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2026/04/the-government-of-canada-invests-in-projects-to-strengthen-nunavuts-economy-infrastructure-and-arctic-security.html

The Honourable Rebecca Chartrand, Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs and Minister responsible for CanNor, today announced over $13 million for four projects that will have significant impacts across Nunavut. This funding, delivered through CanNor, will support initiatives in all three regions of the territory, contributing to stronger communities and sustained economic growth.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2026-04-22T11:32:15-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2026/04/backgrounder-cannor-invests-in-projects-to-strengthen-nunavuts-economy-infrastructure-and-arctic-security.html

The Government of Canada, through CanNor, is providing over $13 million for four projects in Nunavut. These projects will grow Nunavut’s economy, create jobs while also protecting Canada’s Arctic sovereignty.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2026-04-22T11:31:58-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/prairies-economic-development/news/2026/04/government-of-canada-investing-in-quality-tourism-experiences-and-attractions-to-grow-albertas-visitor-economy.html

As part of National Tourism Week, PrairiesCan announced funding that will, help businesses and not-for-profits to enhance cultural and heritage experiences, expand accommodation offerings and improve attractions to boost tourism spending in Alberta

Prairies Economic Development Canada2026-04-22T11:11:04-04:00