Canada News Centre2026-09-09T13:00:22-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/news.htmlhttps://www.canada.ca/etc/designs/canada/wet-boew/assets/wmms-blk.svghttps://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2026/09/minister-valdez-to-announce-federal-investment-advancing-menstrual-equity-and-affordability-in-communities-across-canada.html

The Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism) will announce a federal investment advancing menstrual equity and affordability in communities across Canada.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2026-09-09T13:00:03-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2026/08/statement-to-mark-the-fourth-anniversary-of-the-federal-2slgbtqi-action-plan.html

Today, the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), made the following statement to mark the fourth anniversary of the Federal 2SLGBTQI+ Action Plan

Women and Gender Equality Canada2026-08-28T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2026/08/minister-valdez-announces-federal-support-for-crisis-hotlines-responding-to-gender-based-violence-in-newfoundland-and-labrador.html

Today, the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), alongside the Honourable Lela Evans, Minister of Women and Gender Equality for Newfoundland and Labrador, and the Honourable Joanne Thompson, Minister of Fisheries and Member of Parliament for St. John’s East, announced $700,000 over 5 years in renewed federal support for Newfoundland and Labrador to strengthen crisis hotline services across the province.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2026-08-04T08:11:17-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2026/07/minister-valdez-announces-federal-support-for-crisis-hotlines-responding-to-gender-based-violence-in-newfoundland-and-labrador.html

The Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), alongside the Honourable Joanne Thompson, member of Parliament for St. John’s East and the Honourable Lela Evans, Minister of Women and Gender Equality, Newfoundland and Labrador, will announce renewed support for crisis hotlines responding to gender-based violence in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2026-07-30T14:56:23-04:00https://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/prairies-economic-development/news/2026/07/minister-olszewski-highlights-increased-canada-child-benefit-delivering-more-support-to-alberta-families.html

Nearly 500,000 Alberta families to receive increased Canada Child Benefit payments starting July 20, 2026, as the Government of Canada delivers direct affordability support to families.

Prairies Economic Development Canada2026-07-17T14:30:06-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2026/07/minister-valdez-announces-more-than-14-million-to-help-prevent-human-trafficking-and-support-survivors-across-canada.html

Today, the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), and Shannon Miedema, Member of Parliament for Halifax, announced more than $1.4 million for six organizations to strengthen supports for victims and survivors of human trafficking, and advance community-driven prevention efforts.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2026-07-17T09:29:26-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2026/07/backgrounder--human-trafficking-project-descriptions.html

Six organizations across Canada will receive $1,418,028 through Women and Gender Equality Canada’s Gender-based Violence Program. These investments will support projects that help prevent human trafficking, improve services for victims and survivors, and protect people who may be at greater risk of being trafficked or exploited.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2026-07-17T09:29:15-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/prairies-economic-development/news/2026/07/minister-olszewski-to-highlight-canada-child-benefits-more-generous-support-making-life-more-affordable-for-alberta-families.html

The Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan), will be joined by His Worship PJ Stasko, Mayor of the City of Camrose, to highlight the increase to the Canada Child Benefit, which is helping to lower costs for families in Alberta and across Canada.

Prairies Economic Development Canada2026-07-16T14:00:19-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2026/07/minister-valdez-announces-6074-million-to-advance-the-next-phase-of-the-national-action-plan-to-end-gender-based-violence.html

Today, while Federal-Provincial-Territorial (FPT) Ministers Responsible for the Status of Women gathered in New Brunswick, the co-chairs, the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), and the Honourable Lyne Chantal Boudreau, Minister responsible for Women and Gender Equity for the Government of New Brunswick, as well as Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Member of Parliament for Moncton—Dieppe, announced $607.4 million over four years, beginning in 2027-28, to continue the implementation of the National Action Plan to End Gender-based Violence.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2026-07-16T09:16:56-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2026/07/backgrounder--national-action-plan-to-end-gender-based-violence.html

The National Action Plan to End Gender-based Violence* is a 10-year framework to prevent and address gender-based violence (GBV). It was developed in collaboration between the federal, provincial and territorial governments, Indigenous partners, victims and survivors, direct service providers, experts, advocates, municipalities, the private sector and researchers to ensure it reflects the realities faced by communities across Canada.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2026-07-16T09:16:44-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2026/07/backgrounder--crisis-hotlines.html

Crisis hotlines are an important source of support for victims and survivors of gender-based violence. They offer confidential support, help with safety planning, information about available services, and referrals to local resources.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2026-07-16T09:16:35-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2026/07/federal-government-to-announce-investments-to-prevent-human-trafficking-and-support-victims-and-survivors.html

The Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), will announce federal support to help prevent human trafficking and support victims and survivors.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2026-07-15T08:59:21-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2026/07/federal-government-to-announce-renewed-support-to-address-gender-based-violence.html

The Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), will announce renewed support to address gender-based violence in Canada.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2026-07-14T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2026/07/federal-government-launches-call-for-proposals-to-increase-womens-economic-and-leadership-opportunities.html

Today, the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism) announced a call for proposals to support projects that remove barriers and increase access to women's economic and leadership opportunities across Canada.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2026-07-08T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2026/06/federal-government-strengthens-support-to-keep-2slgbtqi-communities-safe-this-pride-season.html

Today, as the Pride Flag was raised on Parliament Hill, the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), highlighted an investment of $3 million over two years for Fierté Canada Pride to help Pride festivals strengthen safety and security measures across Canada.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2026-06-09T12:42:01-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2026/06/federal-government-marks-pride-season-with-flag-raising-and-funding-to-support-safer-2slgbtqi-communities.html

The Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), will mark Pride Season by participating in a flag raising ceremony and highlighting federal funding to address safety and security needs at upcoming Pride festivals.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2026-06-05T17:34:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2026/06/competitive-markets-are-essential-in-supporting-food-security-and-affordability.html

Competitive markets are essential in supporting food security and affordability June 2, 2026 Ottawa, Ontario

Competition Bureau Canada2026-06-02T15:46:50-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2026/05/statement-by-minister-rechie-valdez-on-menstrual-hygiene-day.html

Menstruation is a natural part of life. Yet for many, the lack of access to basic menstrual products can affect their ability to fully participate in school, work, and daily activities. Many people still face difficult choices to meet these needs, with consequences for their health, confidence, and inclusion.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2026-05-28T09:00:11-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2026/05/statement-by-minister-rechie-valdez-to-mark-canadas-pride-season-2026.html

Today, the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), made the following statement to mark Pride Season 2026

Women and Gender Equality Canada2026-05-26T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2026/05/minister-valdez-announces-historic-funding-for-nearly-400-organizations-to-advance-gender-equality.html

Today, the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), joined by Sonia Sidhu, Member of Parliament for Brampton South, announced over $77.5 million in funding to extend projects for 395 organizations across Canada.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2026-05-25T09:46:53-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2026/05/backgrounder--addressing-gender-based-violence-for-safer-communities.html

As part of Budget 2025 investments, 112 organizations received $23.2 million to prevent and address gender-based violence, including Indigenous-led initiatives, community-based research, and projects that test and expand promising practices to improve prevention efforts and supports for survivors

Women and Gender Equality Canada2026-05-25T09:46:44-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2026/05/backgrounder--advancing-womens-equality-for-a-strong-canadian-economy.html

As part of Budget 2025 investments, 218 organizations will receive $44.4 million to enhance their capacity and deliver projects that drive systemic change and advance the full participation of women in Canada’s economic, social, and democratic life.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2026-05-25T09:46:39-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2026/05/backgrounder--advancing-equality-safety-and-security-for-2slgbtqi-people.html

As part of Budget 2025 investments, 65 organizations will receive $9.9 million to strengthen the 2SLGBTQI+ community sector and support initiatives that promote safety and foster meaningful change.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2026-05-25T09:46:33-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2026/05/minister-valdez-to-announce-support-for-nearly-400-organizations-to-advance-gender-equality.html

The Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), will announce new funding for nearly 400 organizations working to advance gender equality, representing the largest number of organizations to receive additional funding to date from Women and Gender Equality Canada.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2026-05-21T11:30:11-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2026/05/statement-by-minister-rechie-valdez-on-the-international-day-against-homophobia-transphobia-and-biphobia.html

Today, the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), issued the following statement on International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia

Women and Gender Equality Canada2026-05-17T09:00:00-04:00https://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/women-gender-equality/news/2026/04/minister-valdez-to-announce-support-for-nearly-400-organizations-to-advance-gender-equality.html

POSTPONED: The Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), will announce new funding for 394 organizations working to advance gender equality – the largest Women and Gender Equality Canada announcement in history by number of organizations receiving direct funding.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2026-04-16T10:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/national-battlefields-commission/news/2026/04/the-edwin-belanger-bandstand-unveils-its-2026-program-with-a-new-format.html

The National Battlefields Commission (NBC) unveils the 2026 program for the Edwin-Bélanger Bandstand (KEB), which will present a series of free performances from June 19 to August 14 under a new format. This iconic outdoor stage will host nearly fifteen musical shows and family activities in a stunning natural and historic setting.

The National Battlefields Commission2026-04-13T11:12:22-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2026/03/the-government-of-canada-invests-in-training-for-indigenous-and-northern-women-entrepreneurs.html

The Government of Canada is investing nearly $1.8 million across the territories for digital training and development programs, with a focus on Indigenous women.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2026-03-18T11:00:23-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2026/03/backgrounder--the-federal-government-engages-men-and-boys-to-create-safer-communities-workplaces-and-families.html

Today, the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), announced close to $2 million in new funding for 18 organizations across Canada that are delivering initiatives to engage men and boys in preventing gender-based violence. This builds on a previous investment of over $14.3 million by the Government of Canada for these projects.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2026-03-16T09:06:49-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2026/03/the-federal-government-engages-men-and-boys-to-create-safer-communities-workplaces-and-families.html

Today, the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), announced close to $2 million in new funding for 18 organizations across Canada that are delivering initiatives to engage men and boys in preventing gender-based violence. This builds on a previous investment of over $14.3 million by the Government of Canada for these projects.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2026-03-16T09:06:43-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2026/03/opening-statement-to-the-senate-standing-committee-on-agriculture-and-forestry--food-security.html

Opening Statement to the Senate Standing Committee on Agriculture and Forestry : Food SecurityMarch 12, 2026

Competition Bureau Canada2026-03-12T11:46:16-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2026/03/government-of-canada-to-announce-funding-for-initiatives-that-engage-men-and-boys.html

The Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism) will announce funding for organizations supporting initiatives that engage men and boys to end gender- based violence.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2026-03-12T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2026/03/statement-by-minister-valdez-head-of-the-delegation-to-the-70th-session-of-the-united-nations-commission-on-the-status-of-women.html

In an increasingly polarized and divided world, we are seeing hard-won progress at risk. In many places, women’s rights are being rolled back. In others, they are being quietly deprioritized.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2026-03-09T18:23:25-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2026/03/statement-by-minister-rechie-valdez-to-mark-international-womens-day.html

Today, the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), made the following statement to mark International Women's Day.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2026-03-08T11:15:02-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/crown-indigenous-relations-northern-affairs/news/2026/03/ministers-alty-gull-masty-and-chartrand-issue-a-statement-of-support-on-international-womens-day.html

Today, on International Women’s Day, we honour the leadership, wisdom, and vision of First Nations, Inuit and Métis women, girls and 2SLGBTQI+ people. We recognize those who came before us and we honour the leaders, Knowledge Keepers, matriarchs, and advocates who carry this work forward today and those who will continue to shape the path ahead.

Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada2026-03-08T11:08:09-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2026/03/minister-rechie-valdez-to-lead-the-canadian-delegation-to-the-70th-session-of-the-united-nations-commission-on-the-status-of-women.html

The Honourable Rechie Valdez will lead the Canadian Delegation to the 70th Session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Woman (UNCSW 70), taking place in New York City from March 9–19, 2026. This year, UNCSW will focus on the priority theme of ensuring and strengthening access to justice for all women and girls by promoting inclusive and equitable legal systems, eliminating discriminatory laws, policies, and practices, and addressing structural barriers.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2026-03-06T13:24:52-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2026/03/government-of-canada-announces-enhanced-supports-for-at-risk-groups-experiencing-gender-based-violence.html

Today, the Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience, and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada, reiterated an investment of $630,976 for the Alberta Council of Women’s Shelters to address gaps in supports for at-risk groups experiencing gender-based violence. This funding was highlighted yesterday by the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), as part of a larger announcement to mark International Women’s Day.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2026-03-06T12:30:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2026/03/federal-government-enhances-safety-and-advances-gender-equality.html

Today, the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), announced over $4.3 million in funding for eight organizations to expand proven, community-based initiatives that strengthen supports for women and their families experiencing violence.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2026-03-05T10:07:50-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2026/03/government-of-canada-to-announce-support-for-at-risk-groups-experiencing-gender-based-violence.html

The Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada, on behalf of the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), will highlight funding for the Alberta Council of Women’s Shelters to address gaps in supports for at-risk groups experiencing gender-based violence.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2026-03-04T12:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2026/03/federal-government-to-announce-support-to-enhance-safety-and-advance-gender-equality.html

The Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), will announce funding for community-based initiatives that strengthen supports for women and their families experiencing violence.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2026-03-03T09:36:38-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2026/02/federal-support-to-strengthen-community-response-to-gender-based-violence.html

Today, Julie Dzerowicz, Member of Parliament for Davenport, on behalf of the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), announced $871,262 in funding for the Woman Abuse Council of Toronto (WomanACT), for their project Community Wellness – Canadian Multi-Agency Risk Assessment Conference (MARAC) Pilot.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2026-02-27T10:00:07-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2026/02/the-federal-government-to-strengthen-community-response-to-gender-based-violence.html

Julie Dzerowicz, Member of Parliament for Davenport, on behalf of the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), will announce support to strengthen community responses to gender-based violence.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2026-02-25T10:01:42-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2026/02/the-federal-government-supports-sudbury-queers-united-around-diversity-to-advance-equality.html

Today, Viviane Lapointe, Member of Parliament for Sudbury, on behalf of the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), announced $264,433 for Sudbury Queers United Around Diversity (SQUAD) to promote community safety, equality, and well-being across Greater Sudbury.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2026-02-18T12:13:58-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2026/02/promotional-contests-businesses-owe-consumers-honest-information.html

Promotional contests: Businesses owe consumers honest information February 17, 2026– GATINEAU, QC – Competition Bureau

Competition Bureau Canada2026-02-17T08:29:37-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2026/02/the-federal-government-to-support-community-initiatives-advancing-gender-equality-in-greater-sudbury.html

Viviane Lapointe, Member of Parliament for Sudbury, on behalf of the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), will reaffirm support to advance better inclusion in Sudbury.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2026-02-16T15:16:54-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2026/02/federal-government-announces-new-support-for-women-entrepreneurs-with-disabilities.html

Today, the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), Marie-Gabrielle Ménard, along with the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Indigenous Services, Ginette Lavack, announced $797,557 for Eviance (Canadian Centre on Disability Studies Incorporated) for their project, Spotlight on Women Entrepreneurs with Disabilities in Canada.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2026-02-13T11:35:57-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2026/02/federal-government-to-announce-support-for-women-entrepreneurs-with-disabilities.html

The Parliamentary Secretary, Marie-Gabrielle Ménard, on behalf of the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), along with Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Indigenous Services, Ginette Lavack, will announce support for women entrepreneurs with disabilities.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2026-02-11T11:30:01-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2026/02/minister-valdez-announces-155-million-in-federal-funding-to-strengthen-national-womens-organizations-across-canada.html

Today, the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), along with Leslie Church, Parliamentary Secretary to the Secretaries of State for Labour, for Seniors, and for Children and Youth, and to the Minister of Jobs and Families (Persons with Disabilities), announced $15.5 million to strengthen the capacity of national women’s organizations across Canada.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2026-02-09T09:41:38-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2026/02/minister-valdez-to-announce-federal-funding-for-national-womens-organizations-across-canada.html

The Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), along with Leslie Church, Parliamentary Secretary to the Secretaries of State for Labour, for Seniors, and for Children and Youth, and to the Minister of Jobs and Families (Persons with Disabilities), will announce federal support to the sustainability of national women’s organizations across Canada.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2026-02-05T15:28:44-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/prairies-economic-development/news/2026/01/government-of-canada-invests-in-equipment-and-operations-for-north-americas-first-indoor-triathlon-training-hub-in-edmonton.html

Federal support for the Alberta Velodrome Association will put world-class infrastructure into action for Edmonton’s local community and Canada’s high-performance athletes

Prairies Economic Development Canada2026-01-30T13:35:11-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2026/01/minister-valdez-highlights-the-new-canada-groceries-and-essentials-benefit.html

Today in Mississauga, the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism) and Iqra Khalid, Member of Parliament for Mississauga—Erin Mills, Ontario, visited Iqbal Foods to highlight how the government is working to put more money back in the pockets of those most affected by the rising price of food, and to tackle food insecurity across a range of fronts.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2026-01-30T09:42:36-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/prairies-economic-development/news/2026/01/minister-olszewski-to-announce-support-for-one-of-a-kind-indoor-sports-training-hub-in-edmonton.html

The Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan), will announce federal funding to support the operations of a new, world-class indoor sports training hub in Edmonton.

Prairies Economic Development Canada2026-01-29T13:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2026/01/minister-valdez-to-highlight-new-federal-affordability-measures-in-the-gta.html

Minister Valdez will highlight the most recent measures announced by the Prime Minister.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2026-01-29T09:30:26-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2026/01/competition-bureau-report-highlights-public-feedback-on-algorithmic-pricing-and-competition.html

Competition Bureau report highlights public feedback on algorithmic pricing and competition January 22, 2026 – GATINEAU (Québec), Competition Bureau

Competition Bureau Canada2026-01-22T10:05:57-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2026/01/competition-bureau-launches-study-of-competition-in-the-financing-of-canadas-small-and-medium-sized-enterprises.html

Competition Bureau launches study of competition in the financing of Canada’s small and medium-sized enterprises January 12, 2026 – GATINEAU (Québec), Competition Bureau

Competition Bureau Canada2026-01-12T10:11:28-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2026/01/cape-breton-to-shine-on-global-sports-stage.html

Women’s hockey championship will bring visitors and a boost for local businesses

Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2026-01-09T09:01:11-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2026/01/government-of-canada-calls-for-project-proposals-to-make-workplaces-more-diverse-inclusive-and-safe.html

Every worker deserves an equal opportunity and a safe work environment. Yet many workers—especially women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities—continue to face barriers to equity and experience harassment and violence at work.

Employment and Social Development Canada2026-01-05T15:24:07-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/prairies-economic-development/news/2025/12/government-of-canada-ensuring-canadian-voices-and-talent-are-heard-by-investing-in-community-broadcasting.html

PrairiesCan investment will help CKUA expand its cultural and economic impacts

Prairies Economic Development Canada2025-12-17T11:44:39-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/prairies-economic-development/news/2025/12/minister-olszewski-to-announce-support-for-local-community-broadcaster-in-alberta.html

The Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan), will announce federal funding to support Alberta’s arts and culture ecosystem.

Prairies Economic Development Canada2025-12-16T11:36:38-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2025/12/competition-bureau-obtains-a-court-order-to-advance-investigation-into-well-healths-acquisition-of-healwell.html

Competition Bureau obtains a court order to advance investigation into WELL Health’s acquisition of HEALWELL December 10, 2025 – GATINEAU (Québec), Competition Bureau

Competition Bureau Canada2025-12-10T11:48:11-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2025/12/statement-by-minister-rechie-valdez-on-the-national-day-of-remembrance-and-action-on-violence-against-women.html

The Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), issued the following statement today on the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women

Women and Gender Equality Canada2025-12-06T09:15:02-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2025/12/the-federal-government-supports-women-with-disabilities-who-have-experienced-gender-based-violence.html

During the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-based Violence and following the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), announced $1,333,430 for the DisAbled Women’s Network Canada (DAWN Canada) for their project Scaling Resilience and Change. DAWN Canada will work with partners to expand a peer support model for women and 2SLGBTQI+ people with disabilities who have experienced gender-based violence.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2025-12-04T15:36:50-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2025/12/opening-statement-to-the-senate-standing-committee-on-banking-commerce-and-the-economy-competition-is-critical-to-building-a-stronger-more-affordab.html

Opening statement to the Senate Standing Committee on Banking, Commerce and the Economy: Competition is critical to building a stronger, more affordable economy Speech December 4, 2025

Competition Bureau Canada2025-12-04T11:15:14-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2025/12/the-federal-government-reaffirms-support-to-address-gender-based-violence.html

As part of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-based Violence, the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), along with Kristina Tesser Derksen, Member of Parliament for Milton East—Halton Hills South, reaffirmed the federal government’s commitment to ending gender-based violence.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2025-12-01T11:04:35-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2025/11/the-federal-government-to-reaffirm-support-to-address-gender-based-violence.html

The Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), along with Kristina Tesser Derksen, Member of Parliament for Milton East-Halton Hills South, will reaffirm support to address gender-based violence.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2025-11-28T15:20:57-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2025/11/the-government-of-canada-issues-statement-to-mark-the-beginning-of-the-16-days-of-activism-against-gender-based-violence.html

Today, the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), supported by federal cabinet ministers and secretaries of state*, issued the following statement to mark the beginning of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence and commemorate the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women

Women and Gender Equality Canada2025-11-25T09:31:50-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2025/11/businesses-make-sure-your-black-friday-deals-are-real.html

Businesses: Make sure your Black Friday “deals” are real November 25, 2025 – GATINEAU (Québec), Competition Bureau

Competition Bureau Canada2025-11-25T08:58:02-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2025/11/appetite-for-creative-destruction.html

Appetite for creative destructionSpeechNotes for an address by Matthew Boswell, Commissioner of CompetitionCanadian Bar Association Competition Fall Law ConferenceNovember 20, 2025Ottawa, Ontario

Competition Bureau Canada2025-11-20T13:42:44-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2025/11/competition-bureau-concludes-investigation-into-algorithmic-pricing-in-the-rental-housing-market.html

Competition Bureau concludes investigation into algorithmic pricing in the rental housing market November 10, 2025 – GATINEAU (Québec), Competition Bureau

Competition Bureau Canada2025-11-10T10:02:54-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2025/10/backgrounder--2025-recipients-of-the-governor-generals-awards-in-commemoration-of-the-persons-case.html

The Governor General’s Awards in Commemoration of the Persons Case recognize Canadians who have made outstanding contributions to the advancement of gender equality.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2025-10-18T09:30:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2025/10/minister-rechie-valdez-announces-recipients-of-the-2025-governor-generals-awards-in-commemoration-of-the-persons-case.html

Today, the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), announced this year’s recipients of the Governor General’s Awards in Commemoration of the Persons Case.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2025-10-18T09:30:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2025/10/statement-by-minister-rechie-valdez-to-mark-womens-history-month.html

Today, the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), made the following statement to mark Women's History Month

Women and Gender Equality Canada2025-10-01T10:30:33-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2025/09/canadas-competition-summit-2025-to-chart-path-for-a-more-affordable-and-resilient-canadian-economy.html

Canada’s Competition Summit 2025 to chart path for a more affordable and resilient Canadian economy September 23, 2025 – GATINEAU (Québec), Competition Bureau

Competition Bureau Canada2025-09-23T09:32:32-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2025/09/statement-by-minister-rechie-valdez-to-mark-gender-equality-week.html

Today, the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), made the following statement to mark Gender Equality Week.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2025-09-21T09:00:03-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2025/09/competition-bureau-to-study-competition-in-financing-for-canadas-small-and-medium-businesses.html

Competition Bureau to study competition in financing for Canada’s small and medium businesses September 4, 2025 – GATINEAU (Québec), Competition Bureau

Competition Bureau Canada2025-09-04T08:35:20-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/polar-knowledge/news/2025/08/polar-knowledge-canada-announces-2025-northern-scientific-training-program-special-award-recipients.html

Polar Knowledge Canada announces 2025 Northern Scientific Training Program Special Award recipients

Polar Knowledge Canada2025-08-28T11:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2025/08/government-of-canada-reaffirms-support-for-2slgbtqi-communities.html

Today, the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), announced the achievements of the Federal 2SLGBTQI+ Action Plan, which continues to advance equality and address the challenges faced by these communities. Minister Valdez was joined by the Honourable Hedy Fry, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Centre, and Wade Chang, Member of Parliament for Burnaby Central.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2025-08-26T13:51:51-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2025/08/government-of-canada-to-reaffirm-support-for-2slgbtqi-communities.html

The Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), will highlight Government of Canada’s support for 2SLGBTQI+ communities and outline the achievements of the 2SLGBTQI+ Action Plan.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2025-08-22T13:27:43-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2025/08/federal-support-to-help-women-with-disabilities-overcome-barriers-to-economic-security.html

Today, the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), along with Chi Nguyen, Member of Parliament for Spadina—Harbourfront, announced $656,053 for Realize.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2025-08-14T10:20:31-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2025/08/government-of-canada-to-announce-federal-support-to-help-women-with-disabilities-overcome-barriers-to-economic-security.html

The Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), will announce new federal support to advance economic security for women with disabilities.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2025-08-12T10:00:08-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2025/07/competition-bureau-advances-investigation-of-amazons-marketplace-fair-pricing-policy.html

Competition Bureau advances investigation of Amazon’s Marketplace Fair Pricing Policy July 8, 2025 – GATINEAU (Québec), Competition Bureau

Competition Bureau Canada2025-07-08T08:29:49-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/security-intelligence-service/news/2025/06/csis-publishes-first-annual-addressing-misconduct-and-wrongdoing-at-csis-report.html

CSIS publishes first annual Addressing Misconduct and Wrongdoing at CSIS Report

Canadian Security Intelligence Service2025-06-26T14:14:05-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2025/06/supporting-2slgbtqi-communities-for-a-safer-more-equitable-and-inclusive-canada.html

Today, as the Intersex-Inclusive Pride Flag was raised on Parliament Hill, the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), announced $1.5 million to support the security needs of Pride festivals across Canada.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2025-06-10T12:56:58-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2025/06/statement-by-minister-rechie-valdez-to-mark-canadas-pride-season-2025.html

Today, the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), made the following statement to mark Pride Season 2025

Women and Gender Equality Canada2025-06-09T09:00:11-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2025/06/government-of-canada-to-announce-support-for-2slgbtqi-communities-in-canada.html

The Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), will announce support to 2SLGBTQI+ communities in Canada.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2025-06-09T07:01:15-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2025/05/statement-to-mark-menstrual-hygiene-day.html

The Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), made the following statement on Menstrual Hygiene Day.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2025-05-28T09:00:07-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/security-intelligence-service/news/2025/05/release-of-2024-public-report.html

The Director of the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS), Dan Rogers, issued the following statement regarding the CSIS Public Report 2024 released today:

Canadian Security Intelligence Service2025-05-21T08:53:21-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2025/05/statement-by-minister-rechie-valdez-on-the-international-day-against-homophobia-transphobia-and-biphobia.html

Today, the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), issued the following statement on International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2025-05-17T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2025/04/statement-by-minister-steven-guilbeault-on-international-day-of-pink-2025.html

The Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Canadian Culture and Identity, Parks Canada and Quebec Lieutenant, who is responsible for the Department for Women and Gender Equality, made the following statement on International Day of Pink 2025

Women and Gender Equality Canada2025-04-09T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2025/03/government-of-canada-highlights-international-transgender-day-of-visibility-2025.html

Today, the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Canadian Culture and Identity, Parks Canada and Quebec Lieutenant, who is responsible for the Department for Women and Gender Equality, issued the following statement on the International Transgender Day of Visibility.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2025-03-31T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2025/03/federal-funding-to-help-increase-opportunities-for-women-in-quebec-and-build-a-more-resilient-economy-for-everyone-in-canada.html

Today, the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Member of Parliament for Québec, on behalf of the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Canadian Culture and Identity, Parks Canada and Quebec Lieutenant, who is responsible for the Department for Women and Gender Equality , highlighted $533,029 for Corporation de développement économique communautaire (CDEC) de Québec.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2025-03-21T13:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2025/03/advancing-gender-equality-and-supporting-victims-and-survivors-of-gender-based-violence-across-canada.html

Today, the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Canadian Culture and Identity, Parks Canada and Quebec Lieutenant, who is responsible for the Department of Women and Gender Equality, announced up to $5.9 million for seven projects that will advance gender equality.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2025-03-21T12:00:20-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2025/03/strengthening-2slgbtqi-communities-to-advance-equality-in-ontario-and-across-canada.html

Today, the Honourable Steven Guilbault, Minister of Canadian Culture and Identity, Parks Canada and Quebec Lieutenant, who is responsible for the Department for Women and Gender Equality, announced up to $1.4 million for four organizations. This funding will support their community-informed initiatives that address barriers and facilitate systemic change by developing knowledge, tools, and support for 2SLGBTQI+ communities across Canada.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2025-03-21T11:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2025/03/strengthening-2slgbtqi-communities-to-advance-equality-in-quebec-and-across-canada.html

Today, the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Canadian Culture and Identity, Parks Canada and Quebec Lieutenant, who is responsible for the Department for Women and Gender Equality, announced up to $718,000 for three Québec-based organizations.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2025-03-21T10:15:49-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2025/03/statement-by-minister-ien-head-of-the-delegation-of-canada-to-uncsw-69th-session.html

In 1995, something amazing happened - the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action set out an ambitious roadmap for achieving the equal rights of all women and girls.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2025-03-12T16:55:17-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2025/03/minister-marci-ien-to-lead-the-canadian-delegation-to-the-69th-session-of-the-united-nations-commission-on-the-status-of-women.html

The Honourable Minister Marci Ien will lead the Canadian Delegation to the 69th Session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Woman (UNCSW69) in New York City from March 10 to March 21, 2025.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2025-03-11T14:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2025/03/supporting-economic-opportunities-for-women-and-building-a-sustainable-future-for-everyone-in-canada.html

Today, the Parliamentary Secretary Lisa Hepfner, on behalf of the Honourable Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, announced up to $8.2 million for 9 projects aimed at breaking down systemic barriers and enhancing women's economic participation and success in Canada.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2025-03-08T11:31:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2025/03/backgrounder--supporting-economic-opportunities-for-women-and-building-a-sustainable-future-for-everyone-in-canada.html

omen and Gender Equality Canada will provide up to $8.2 million for nine organizations across Canada through the Women’s Program.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2025-03-08T11:30:00-05:00