<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><feed xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><title>Public Services and Procurement Canada</title><subtitle>Canada News Centre</subtitle><updated>2026-08-07T14:55:06-04:00</updated><link href="http://localhost:8181/io-server/gc/news/en/v2?dept=departmentofpublicworksandgovernmentservices&amp;sort=publishedDate&amp;orderBy=desc&amp;publishedDate%3E=2020-08-09&amp;pick=100&amp;format=atom&amp;atomtitle=Public%20Services%20and%20Procurement%20Canada" rel="self"/><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/news.html</id><logo>https://www.canada.ca/etc/designs/canada/wet-boew/assets/wmms-blk.svg</logo><entry><title>Government of Canada conditionally sells retired CC-130H Hercules aircraft to protect Canadians by strengthening Canada's private sector aerial firefighting capacity</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/08/government-of-canada-conditionally-sells-retired-cc-130h-hercules-aircraft-to-protect-canadians-by-strengthening-canadas-private-sector-aerial-fire.html</id><summary type="html">As Canada continues to respond to increasingly severe wildfire seasons, the Government of Canada is protecting Canadians while ensuring that critical assets are managed responsibly to continue to deliver value to Canadians. </summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="news releases"/><updated>2026-08-07T13:00:16-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/08/government-of-canada-conditionally-sells-retired-cc-130h-hercules-aircraft-to-protect-canadians-by-strengthening-canadas-private-sector-aerial-fire.html"/></entry><entry><title>Minister McGuinty to mark major milestone for Laboratories Canada facility in Ottawa</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/08/minister-mcguinty-to-mark-major-milestone-for-laboratories-canada-facility-in-ottawa.html</id><summary type="html">The Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, on behalf of the Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement and Quebec Lieutenant, will announce next steps for the Regulatory Security Science Main project in Ottawa.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2026-08-06T11:00:26-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/08/minister-mcguinty-to-mark-major-milestone-for-laboratories-canada-facility-in-ottawa.html"/></entry><entry><title>Secretary of State Fuhr to announce new measures to protect Canadians by supporting private sector emergency response capabilities</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/08/secretary-of-state-fuhr-to-announce-new-measures-to-protect-canadians-by-supporting-private-sector-emergency-response-capabilities.html</id><summary type="html">The Honourable Stephen Fuhr, Secretary of State (Defence Procurement), on behalf of the Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement and Quebec Lieutenant, will make an announcement regarding the sale of military assets in support of emergency response efforts.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2026-08-05T13:54:49-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/08/secretary-of-state-fuhr-to-announce-new-measures-to-protect-canadians-by-supporting-private-sector-emergency-response-capabilities.html"/></entry><entry><title>Lane closures on Macdonald-Cartier Bridge to motorists</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/07/lane-closures-on-macdonald-cartier-bridge-to-motorists.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise motorists of lane closures required for rehabilitation work on the Macdonald-Cartier Bridge, between the period of Friday, August 7, to Friday, November 30.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2026-07-30T13:56:34-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/07/lane-closures-on-macdonald-cartier-bridge-to-motorists.html"/></entry><entry><title>Full closure of Alexandra Bridge</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/07/full-closure-of-alexandra-bridge.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise the public that the Alexandra Bridge will be closed on July 29, and August 1, 5, 8, 12, and 15. During these periods, the bridge will be closed and patrolled for safety measures to accommodate Les Grands Feux of Casino Lac-Leamy event.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2026-07-27T11:13:18-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/07/full-closure-of-alexandra-bridge.html"/></entry><entry><title>Closures of National Capital Region bridges to motorists</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/07/closures-of-national-capital-region-bridges-to-motorists.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise the public that the following National Capital Region bridges will be closed to motorists, to accommodate the IRONMAN race. </summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2026-07-23T11:31:57-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/07/closures-of-national-capital-region-bridges-to-motorists.html"/></entry><entry><title>Overnight lane closure on Chaudière Crossing</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/07/overnight-lane-closure-on-chaudiere-crossing.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise motorists that there will be a lane closure as well as a cycling and pedestrian lane closure on the Chaudière Crossing, to accommodate rehabilitation work related to the Southern Structures Renewal Project.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2026-07-22T08:51:21-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/07/overnight-lane-closure-on-chaudiere-crossing.html"/></entry><entry><title>Overnight lane closures on Macdonald-Cartier Bridge to motorists</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/07/overnight-lane-closures-on-macdonald-cartier-bridge-to-motorists.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise motorists of overnight lane closures required for work related to the Macdonald-Cartier Bridge project.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2026-07-21T15:49:25-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/07/overnight-lane-closures-on-macdonald-cartier-bridge-to-motorists.html"/></entry><entry><title>Government of Canada selects Inuit firm to construct a multi-residential complex in Iqaluit, Nunavut</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/07/government-of-canada-selects-inuit-firm-to-construct-a-multi-residential-complex-in-iqaluit-nunavut.html</id><summary type="html">Today, the Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement and Quebec Lieutenant, announced that the Government of Canada has awarded a $35.6-million contract to the Inuit firm Arctic Fresh Projects Inc., for the construction of a 23-unit residential complex in Iqaluit, Nunavut. </summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="news releases"/><updated>2026-07-21T09:30:20-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/07/government-of-canada-selects-inuit-firm-to-construct-a-multi-residential-complex-in-iqaluit-nunavut.html"/></entry><entry><title>Alternating lane closure on Des Allumettes Bridge</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/07/alternating-lane-closure-on-des-allumettes-bridge.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise motorists of an alternating lane closure on the Des Allumettes Bridge for the annual bridge cleaning. </summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2026-07-20T09:32:49-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/07/alternating-lane-closure-on-des-allumettes-bridge.html"/></entry><entry><title>Minister Lightbound to announce a contract award under the Buy Canadian Policy</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/07/minister-lightbound-to-announce-a-contract-award-under-the-buy-canadian-policy.html</id><summary type="html">The Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement and Quebec Lieutenant, will be in Iqaluit, Nunavut to announce a contract award under the Buy Canadian Policy for housing redevelopment. </summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2026-07-20T06:00:00-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/07/minister-lightbound-to-announce-a-contract-award-under-the-buy-canadian-policy.html"/></entry><entry><title>The Canada Child Benefit payments increasing in 2026-2027</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/07/the-canada-child-benefit-payments-increasing-in-2026-2027.html</id><summary type="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. </summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="news releases"/><updated>2026-07-17T13:00:38-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/07/the-canada-child-benefit-payments-increasing-in-2026-2027.html"/></entry><entry><title>Lane closures on Burlington Canal Lift Bridge</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/07/lane-closures-on-burlington-canal-lift-bridge.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise users of upcoming lane closures on the Burlington Canal Lift Bridge to accommodate work on the bridge lift span.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2026-07-17T10:23:29-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/07/lane-closures-on-burlington-canal-lift-bridge.html"/></entry><entry><title>Secretary of State Fuhr to highlight the Canada Child Benefit’s more generous support for families</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/07/secretary-of-state-fuhr-to-highlight-the-canada-child-benefits-more-generous-support-for-families.html</id><summary type="html">The Honourable Stephen Fuhr, Secretary of State (Defence Procurement), will be in the Okanagan to highlight the increase to the Canada Child Benefit, lowering costs for families across Canada. The announcement is being made on behalf of the Honourable Anna Gainey, Secretary of State (Children and Youth).</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2026-07-16T12:32:09-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/07/secretary-of-state-fuhr-to-highlight-the-canada-child-benefits-more-generous-support-for-families.html"/></entry><entry><title>Overnight alternating lane closures on J.C. Van Horne Bridge</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/07/overnight-alternating-lane-closures-on-jc-van-horne-bridge.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise motorists of overnight intermittent alternating lane closures on the J.C. Van Horne Bridge to undergo a bridge cleaning.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2026-07-15T09:43:57-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/07/overnight-alternating-lane-closures-on-jc-van-horne-bridge.html"/></entry><entry><title>Closure of Alexandra Bridge to motorists</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/07/closure-of-alexandra-bridge-to-motorists.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise users that the Alexandra Bridge will be closed to motorists to accommodate the March For Jesus.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2026-07-10T14:06:45-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/07/closure-of-alexandra-bridge-to-motorists.html"/></entry><entry><title>Public Services and Procurement Canada launches new Small Business Procurement Program measures to modernize federal contracting and boost access for Canadian businesses</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/07/public-services-and-procurement-canada-launches-new-small-business-procurement-program-measures-to-modernize-federal-contracting-and-boost-access-f.html</id><summary type="html">Reducing barriers, simplifying processes and increasing access to opportunities under the Buy Canadian Policy</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="news releases"/><updated>2026-07-06T09:44:13-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/07/public-services-and-procurement-canada-launches-new-small-business-procurement-program-measures-to-modernize-federal-contracting-and-boost-access-f.html"/></entry><entry><title>Simplifying federal procurement for Canadian small businesses</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/07/simplifying-federal-procurement-for-canadian-small-businesses.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada is advancing the Small Business Procurement Program, while Innovation, Science and Economic Development will leverage the Innovative Solutions Canada program to support innovation-focused procurement opportunities.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="backgrounders"/><updated>2026-07-06T09:03:21-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/07/simplifying-federal-procurement-for-canadian-small-businesses.html"/></entry><entry><title>Minister Lightbound to announce next steps of Buy Canadian policy</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/07/minister-lightbound-to-announce-next-steps-of-buy-canadian-policy0.html</id><summary type="html">Minister Lightbound to announce next steps of Buy Canadian policy</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2026-07-03T08:00:18-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/07/minister-lightbound-to-announce-next-steps-of-buy-canadian-policy0.html"/></entry><entry><title>Minister Lightbound highlights investment in Bas-Saint-Laurent to support innovation in residential construction</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/06/minister-lightbound-highlights-investments-in-affordable-housing-in-bas-saint-laurent.html</id><summary type="html">The Government of Canada is delivering on its commitment to support innovation to ensure a strong and sustainable homebuilding industry by investing in it from coast to coast to coast.

</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="news releases"/><updated>2026-07-02T13:00:03-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/06/minister-lightbound-highlights-investments-in-affordable-housing-in-bas-saint-laurent.html"/></entry><entry><title>Government of Canada awards contract for new police coastal patrol vessels to strengthen security in British Columbia</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/06/government-of-canada-awards-contract-for-new-police-coastal-patrol-vessels-to-strengthen-security-in-british-columbia.html</id><summary type="html">Through the National Shipbuilding Strategy (NSS), the Government of Canada is providing competitive opportunities for Canadian shipyards and businesses across the country to construct vessels for the federal fleet.

</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="news releases"/><updated>2026-07-02T10:00:00-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/06/government-of-canada-awards-contract-for-new-police-coastal-patrol-vessels-to-strengthen-security-in-british-columbia.html"/></entry><entry><title>Lane closures on Burlington Canal Lift Bridge</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/06/lane-closures-on-burlington-canal-lift-bridge.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise the public of upcoming lane closures on the Burlington Canal Lift Bridge to accommodate improvements to the bridge railings.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2026-06-30T13:29:00-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/06/lane-closures-on-burlington-canal-lift-bridge.html"/></entry><entry><title>The Honourable Stephen Fuhr highlights launch of National Food Security Strategy</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/06/the-honourable-stephen-fuhr-highlights-launch-of-national-food-security-strategy.html</id><summary type="html">The Government of Canada is focused on building a stronger economy and making life more affordable for Canadians. Today, the Honourable Stephen Fuhr, Secretary of State (Defence Procurement) and Member of Parliament for Kelowna, on behalf of the Honourable Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, highlighted the launch of the National Food Security Strategy. </summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="news releases"/><updated>2026-06-30T13:00:30-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/06/the-honourable-stephen-fuhr-highlights-launch-of-national-food-security-strategy.html"/></entry><entry><title>The Honourable Stephen Fuhr to announce support for food security in Kelowna</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/06/the-honourable-stephen-fuhr-to-announce-support-for-food-security-in-kelowna.html</id><summary type="html">The Honourable Stephen Fuhr to announce support for food security in Kelowna</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2026-06-29T08:48:20-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/06/the-honourable-stephen-fuhr-to-announce-support-for-food-security-in-kelowna.html"/></entry><entry><title>Closures of National Capital Region bridges</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/06/closures-of-national-capital-region-bridges.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise the public that the following bridges will be closed from Wednesday, July 1, at 6 am, to Thursday, July 2, at 2 am, to accommodate Canada Day activities.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2026-06-25T13:34:45-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/06/closures-of-national-capital-region-bridges.html"/></entry><entry><title>Full overnight closure of Chaudière Crossing to motorists</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/06/full-overnight-closure-of-chaudiere-crossing-to-motorists.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise motorists that there will be a full closure of the Chaudière Crossing to accommodate urgent rehabilitation work related to the Southern Structures Renewal Project. </summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2026-06-23T15:14:25-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/06/full-overnight-closure-of-chaudiere-crossing-to-motorists.html"/></entry><entry><title>Government of Canada marks launch of modernized National Capital Region District Energy System</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/06/government-of-canada-marks-launch-of-modernized-national-capital-region-district-energy-system.html</id><summary type="html">The Government of Canada is committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, leading by example to green its own operations. </summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="news releases"/><updated>2026-06-23T13:00:00-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/06/government-of-canada-marks-launch-of-modernized-national-capital-region-district-energy-system.html"/></entry><entry><title>Weekend closures of Alexandra Bridge to motorists</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/06/weekend-closures-of-alexandra-bridge-to-motorists.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise users that the Alexandra Bridge will be closed to motorists for maintenance work</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2026-06-19T10:53:43-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/06/weekend-closures-of-alexandra-bridge-to-motorists.html"/></entry><entry><title>Canada and France sign General Security of Information Agreement</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/06/canada-and-france-sign-general-security-of-information-agreement.html</id><summary type="html">The Government of Canada is acting to strengthen Canada’s economic and security interests by deepening cooperation with trusted international partners. In a global economy where access, security and innovation drive growth, Canada is ensuring its industries are well-positioned to compete and succeed. </summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="news releases"/><updated>2026-06-12T12:19:42-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/06/canada-and-france-sign-general-security-of-information-agreement.html"/></entry><entry><title>Lanes and pedestrian boardwalk closure on Alexandra Bridge</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/06/lanes-and-pedestrian-boardwalk-closure-on-alexandra-bridge.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to inform users that the Alexandra Bridge will be closed to vehicles to accommodate a planned protest.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2026-06-10T09:40:40-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/06/lanes-and-pedestrian-boardwalk-closure-on-alexandra-bridge.html"/></entry><entry><title>Government of Canada awards contract for next stage of the Alexandra Bridge replacement</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/06/government-of-canada-awards-contract-for-next-stage-of-the-alexandra-bridge-replacement.html</id><summary type="html">The Government of Canada is delivering on its commitment to build a stronger Canadian economy by investing in critical public infrastructure and ensuring federal procurement supports Canadian workers, businesses and supply chains. </summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="news releases"/><updated>2026-06-04T15:48:07-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/06/government-of-canada-awards-contract-for-next-stage-of-the-alexandra-bridge-replacement.html"/></entry><entry><title>Statement by the Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement and Quebec Lieutenant, on a vote to ratify tentative agreements between Canada Post and Canadian Union of Postal Workers</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/06/statement-by-the-minister-of-government-transformation-public-works-and-procurement-and-quebec-lieutenant-on-a-vote-to-ratify-tentative-agreements-.html</id><summary type="html">Today, the Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement and Quebec Lieutenant, issued the following statement regarding the vote to ratify tentative agreements between the Canada Post and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW):</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="statements"/><updated>2026-06-01T15:05:34-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/06/statement-by-the-minister-of-government-transformation-public-works-and-procurement-and-quebec-lieutenant-on-a-vote-to-ratify-tentative-agreements-.html"/></entry><entry><title>Full closure of Chaudière Crossing to motorists</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/05/full-closure-of-chaudiere-crossing-to-motorists0.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise motorists that there will be a full closure of the Chaudière Crossing, to accommodate rehabilitation work related to the Southern Structures Renewal Project. </summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2026-05-29T14:11:25-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/05/full-closure-of-chaudiere-crossing-to-motorists0.html"/></entry><entry><title>Minister Lightbound highlights support for Canadian innovation and skills development during visit to CANSEC</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/05/minister-lightbound-highlights-support-for-canadian-innovation-and-skills-development-during-visit-to-cansec.html</id><summary type="html">Today, the Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement and Quebec Lieutenant, participated in CANSEC 2026, Canada’s leading defence and security trade show.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="news releases"/><updated>2026-05-27T15:30:22-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/05/minister-lightbound-highlights-support-for-canadian-innovation-and-skills-development-during-visit-to-cansec.html"/></entry><entry><title>Overnight alternating lane closure on Chaudière Crossing</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/05/overnight-alternating-lane-closure-on-chaudiere-crossing.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise motorists of an overnight alternating lane closure on the Chaudière Crossing for maintenance work.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2026-05-25T11:04:46-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/05/overnight-alternating-lane-closure-on-chaudiere-crossing.html"/></entry><entry><title>Intermittent closures on J.C. Van Horne Bridge</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/05/intermittent-closures-on-jc-van-horne-bridge.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise the public that they may experience short delays on the J.C. Van Horne Bridge, due to the transportation of wind turbine components.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2026-05-22T09:48:41-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/05/intermittent-closures-on-jc-van-horne-bridge.html"/></entry><entry><title>Closure of National Capital Region bridges to motorists</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/05/closure-of-national-capital-region-bridges-to-motorists.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise motorists that the following bridges will be closed on Sunday, May 24, to accommodate the Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2026-05-20T12:45:04-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/05/closure-of-national-capital-region-bridges-to-motorists.html"/></entry><entry><title>Safety booms not installed at Timiskaming Dam Complex</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/05/safety-booms-not-installed-at-timiskaming-dam-complex.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise the public that, due to unfavorable conditions, the in-water safety booms upstream of the dams have not been installed at the Timiskaming Dam Complex, ahead of the Victoria Day May long weekend, in time for the start of the summer navigation season.  </summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2026-05-15T14:04:02-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/05/safety-booms-not-installed-at-timiskaming-dam-complex.html"/></entry><entry><title>Alaska Highway contract awarded to Indigenous-owned business partnership</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/05/alaska-highway-contract-awarded-to-indigenous-owned-business-partnership.html</id><summary type="html">The Government of Canada is taking action to rehabilitate the Alaska Highway and protect it from climate-related damage. </summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="news releases"/><updated>2026-05-13T13:00:00-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/05/alaska-highway-contract-awarded-to-indigenous-owned-business-partnership.html"/></entry><entry><title>National Coordinators Build on Successes of the Icebreaker Collaboration Effort</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/05/national-coordinators-build-on-successes-of-the-icebreaker-collaboration-effort.html</id><summary type="html">Officials from the governments of Canada, Finland and the United States met in Helsinki from May 6 to 7 under the Icebreaker Collaboration Effort (ICE Pact), continuing to advance work to build the icebreakers required for a secure and economically strong Arctic.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="statements"/><updated>2026-05-07T14:00:12-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/05/national-coordinators-build-on-successes-of-the-icebreaker-collaboration-effort.html"/></entry><entry><title>Minister Joël Lightbound announces historic investments in Canada’s small craft harbours</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/05/minister-joel-lightbound-announces-historic-investments-in-canadas-small-craft-harbours.html</id><summary type="html">The Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement and Quebec Lieutenant, will be in Les Îles de la Madeleine to highlight investments from the Spring Economic Update to Fisheries and Oceans Canada’s Small Craft Harbours Program.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2026-05-07T12:00:36-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/05/minister-joel-lightbound-announces-historic-investments-in-canadas-small-craft-harbours.html"/></entry><entry><title>Overnight lane closures on Macdonald-Cartier Bridge</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/05/overnight-lane-closures-on-macdonald-cartier-bridge.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise motorists of overnight lane closures on the Macdonald-Cartier Bridge for maintenance work.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2026-05-07T11:09:30-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/05/overnight-lane-closures-on-macdonald-cartier-bridge.html"/></entry><entry><title>Full closure of Chaudière Crossing to motorists</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/05/full-closure-of-chaudiere-crossing-to-motorists.html</id><summary type="html">Services publics et Approvisionnement Canada (SPAC) souhaite aviser les usagers qu’il y aura une fermeture complète de la traverse des Chaudières aux automobilistes pour permettre la tenue du Défi CN pour le CHEO.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2026-05-01T10:33:16-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/05/full-closure-of-chaudiere-crossing-to-motorists.html"/></entry><entry><title>Rising water levels at Lake Timiskaming</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/04/rising-water-levels-at-lake-timiskaming.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise the public that as a result of significant rainfall and rapid snowmelt on the Ottawa River watershed, water levels are forecasted to rise rapidly on Lake Timiskaming.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2026-04-30T13:36:32-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/04/rising-water-levels-at-lake-timiskaming.html"/></entry><entry><title>Alternating lane closures on J.C. Van Horne Bridge</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/04/alternating-lane-closures-on-jc-van-horne-bridge.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise motorists of intermittent alternating lane closures on the J.C. Van Horne Bridge for maintenance of street lights.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2026-04-29T12:48:43-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/04/alternating-lane-closures-on-jc-van-horne-bridge.html"/></entry><entry><title>Overbilling on federal contracts</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/04/overbilling-on-federal-contracts.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) has a strong framework in place to protect against wrongdoing and to safeguard the integrity of the federal procurement system. This includes taking action in response to allegations that the Government of Canada is being overbilled or defrauded in either a specific contract or on a broader scale.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="statements"/><updated>2026-04-23T10:56:28-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/04/overbilling-on-federal-contracts.html"/></entry><entry><title>Alexandra Bridge closed to motorists</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/04/alexandra-bridge-closed-to-motorists0.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise users that the Alexandra Bridge will be closed to motorists for inspection work.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2026-04-20T13:42:59-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/04/alexandra-bridge-closed-to-motorists0.html"/></entry><entry><title>Lane closures on Burlington Canal Lift Bridge</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/04/lane-closures-on-burlington-canal-lift-bridge.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise users of possible lane closures on the Burlington Canal Lift Bridge for maintenance work.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2026-04-17T10:50:05-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/04/lane-closures-on-burlington-canal-lift-bridge.html"/></entry><entry><title>Alexandra Bridge closed to motorists</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/04/alexandra-bridge-closed-to-motorists.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise users that the Alexandra Bridge will be closed to motorists for inspection work.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2026-04-16T11:06:51-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/04/alexandra-bridge-closed-to-motorists.html"/></entry><entry><title>Canada and European Space Agency sign General Security of Information Agreement</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/04/canada-and-european-space-agency-sign-general-security-of-information-agreement.html</id><summary type="html">The Government of Canada is acting to strengthen Canada’s economic and security interests by deepening cooperation with trusted international partners. In a global economy where access, security and innovation are key to growth, Canada is ensuring its industries are well positioned to compete and succeed.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="news releases"/><updated>2026-04-16T09:00:58-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/04/canada-and-european-space-agency-sign-general-security-of-information-agreement.html"/></entry><entry><title>Pathway on Parliament Hill to reopen for pedestrians</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/04/pathway-on-parliament-hill-to-reopen-for-pedestrians.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise pedestrians that the pathway behind the Centre Block on Parliament Hill, the stairway on the west escarpment, as well as the Summer Pavilion and the area around the Queen Victoria Monument, which were closed for the winter season, will reopen on Friday, April 17.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2026-04-15T10:00:39-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/04/pathway-on-parliament-hill-to-reopen-for-pedestrians.html"/></entry><entry><title>Government of Canada introduces Level 1 of Canadian Program for Cyber Security Certification</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/04/government-of-canada-introduces-level-1-of-canadian-program-for-cyber-security-certification.html</id><summary type="html">The Government of Canada is committed to implementing robust cyber security measures, which are fundamental to Canada’s economic stability and national security. Canada’s domestic supply chains are increasingly targeted by malicious cyber activities, including those aimed at defence contractors to obtain sensitive government information. Strengthening cyber security across Canada’s defence supply chains and protecting information used in defence contracting is essential.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="news releases"/><updated>2026-04-14T14:00:46-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/04/government-of-canada-introduces-level-1-of-canadian-program-for-cyber-security-certification.html"/></entry><entry><title>Canadian Program for Cyber Security Certification: Level 1</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/04/canadian-program-for-cyber-security-certification-level-1.html</id><summary type="html">Budget 2023 allocated $25 million over three years to establish the Canadian Program for Cyber Security Certification (CPCSC). Led by Public Services and Procurement Canada and National Defence, the program mandates cyber security standards for defence contractors to protect sensitive information and maintain interoperability with allies.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="backgrounders"/><updated>2026-04-14T14:00:40-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/04/canadian-program-for-cyber-security-certification-level-1.html"/></entry><entry><title>Closure of the Alexandra Bridge to motorists</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/04/closure-of-the-alexandra-bridge-to-motorists.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise users that the Alexandra Bridge will be closed to motorists for maintenance work. </summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2026-04-14T12:05:40-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/04/closure-of-the-alexandra-bridge-to-motorists.html"/></entry><entry><title>Government of Canada awards design contract for Canadian Coast Guard’s mid-shore multi-mission vessels</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/04/government-of-canada-awards-design-contract-for-canadian-coast-guards-mid-shore-multi-mission-vessels.html</id><summary type="html">Through the National Shipbuilding Strategy (NSS), the Government of Canada is equipping the Canadian Coast Guard (CCG) with the modern vessels needed to keep Canada’s waterways safe and navigable. That includes renewing the CCG’s smaller vessels, which play a critical role in the fleet, especially in shallow coastal waters and inland lakes and rivers. </summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="news releases"/><updated>2026-04-07T10:00:23-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/04/government-of-canada-awards-design-contract-for-canadian-coast-guards-mid-shore-multi-mission-vessels.html"/></entry><entry><title>LaSalle Causeway: Temporary closures for marine openings in 2026</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/04/lasalle-causeway-temporary-closures-for-marine-openings-in-2026.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise the public that the LaSalle Causeway’s marine opening schedule for 2026 has been approved by Transport Canada. </summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2026-04-02T12:24:38-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/04/lasalle-causeway-temporary-closures-for-marine-openings-in-2026.html"/></entry><entry><title>Statement from Minister Lightbound in response to the Auditor General’s report on modernizing the pay system</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/03/statement-from-minister-lightbound-in-response-to-the-auditor-generals-report-on-modernizing-the-pay-system.html</id><summary type="html">Today, the Auditor General of Canada released her report on the performance audit of Modernizing the Pay System, examining whether Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) and the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat (TBS) are effectively managing the Human Resources and Pay Transformation Project.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="statements"/><updated>2026-03-23T11:30:46-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/03/statement-from-minister-lightbound-in-response-to-the-auditor-generals-report-on-modernizing-the-pay-system.html"/></entry><entry><title>Alexandra Bridge closed to motorists</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/03/alexandra-bridge-closed-to-motorists.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise users that the Alexandra Bridge will be closed to motorists for repair work. </summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2026-03-20T09:54:52-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/03/alexandra-bridge-closed-to-motorists.html"/></entry><entry><title>Government of Canada to provide a sixth progress update on new human resources and pay solution</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/03/government-of-canada-to-provide-a-sixth-progress-update-on-new-human-resources-and-pay-solution.html</id><summary type="html">Mr. Alex Benay, Associate Deputy Minister, Public Services and Procurement Canada, will be providing a sixth update on the progress made in preparing for the upcoming transition to the Dayforce human resources (HR) and pay solution. </summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2026-03-03T09:08:03-05:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/03/government-of-canada-to-provide-a-sixth-progress-update-on-new-human-resources-and-pay-solution.html"/></entry><entry><title>Statement from Public Services and Procurement Canada on the Office of the Procurement Ombud’s Reports on the Administration of Contracts for Interpretation Services</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/02/statement-from-public-services-and-procurement-canada-on-the-office-of-the-procurement-ombuds-reports-on-the-administration-of-contracts-for-interp.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC)’s Translation Bureau is committed to delivering high-quality interpretation services that uphold Canada’s linguistic duality and reflect the expectations of Canadians.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="statements"/><updated>2026-02-24T09:45:01-05:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/02/statement-from-public-services-and-procurement-canada-on-the-office-of-the-procurement-ombuds-reports-on-the-administration-of-contracts-for-interp.html"/></entry><entry><title>Government of Canada marks opening of new federal building in Shawinigan - A symbol of modern design, sustainability and Indigenous reconciliation</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/02/government-of-canada-marks-opening-of-new-federal-building-in-shawinigan.html</id><summary type="html">The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance and National Revenue and Member of Parliament for Saint-Maurice—Champlain, on behalf of the Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement and Quebec Lieutenant, marked the official opening of the new federal building in Shawinigan.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="news releases"/><updated>2026-02-09T09:08:07-05:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/02/government-of-canada-marks-opening-of-new-federal-building-in-shawinigan.html"/></entry><entry><title>Public Services and Procurement Canada Statement on Increased Office Presence</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/02/public-services-and-procurement-canada-statement-on-increased-office-presence.html</id><summary type="html">Today, the Government announced its intention to increase the onsite presence of executives and employees who are eligible for hybrid work.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="statements"/><updated>2026-02-05T16:14:16-05:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/02/public-services-and-procurement-canada-statement-on-increased-office-presence.html"/></entry><entry><title>Statement by Public Services and Procurement Canada on additional funding for Canada Post for the 2025–26 fiscal year</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/02/statement-by-public-services-and-procurement-canada-on-additional-funding-for-canada-post-for-the-202526-fiscal-year.html</id><summary type="html">Canada Post is a critical national service that connects Canadians from coast to coast to coast, serving as a lifeline for rural, remote, and northern communities and as a key partner for small and medium-sized businesses that depend on affordable mail and parcel delivery to grow and compete in the economy.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="statements"/><updated>2026-02-05T09:30:07-05:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/02/statement-by-public-services-and-procurement-canada-on-additional-funding-for-canada-post-for-the-202526-fiscal-year.html"/></entry><entry><title>Government of Canada to mark opening of new building</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/02/government-of-canada-to-mark-opening-of-new-building.html</id><summary type="html">The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance and National Revenue, on behalf of the Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement and Quebec Lieutenant, will participate in a ceremony to mark the opening of a new federal building. </summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2026-02-04T16:36:43-05:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/02/government-of-canada-to-mark-opening-of-new-building.html"/></entry><entry><title>Alternating lane closures on J.C. Van Horne Bridge</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/01/alternating-lane-closures-on-jc-van-horne-bridge.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise motorists of intermittent alternating lane closures on the J.C. Van Horne Bridge for inspection work. </summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2026-01-28T09:33:01-05:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/01/alternating-lane-closures-on-jc-van-horne-bridge.html"/></entry><entry><title>Sidewalk closure on Chaudière Crossing</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/01/sidewalk-closure-on-chaudiere-crossing.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise users that the sidewalk on the Union Bridge of the Chaudière Crossing will be closed to the public for maintenance work.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2026-01-23T11:19:06-05:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/01/sidewalk-closure-on-chaudiere-crossing.html"/></entry><entry><title>Statement from Public Services and Procurement Canada on the Office of the Procurement Ombud’s Report on the Administration of Contracts for Interpretation Services</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/01/statement-from-public-services-and-procurement-canada-on-the-office-of-the-procurement-ombuds-report-on-the-administration-of-contracts-for-interpr.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC)’s Translation Bureau is committed to delivering high-quality interpretation services that uphold Canada’s linguistic duality and reflect the expectations of Canadians.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="statements"/><updated>2026-01-12T10:03:42-05:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/01/statement-from-public-services-and-procurement-canada-on-the-office-of-the-procurement-ombuds-report-on-the-administration-of-contracts-for-interpr.html"/></entry><entry><title>Government of Canada implements Buy Canadian Policy to strengthen Canada’s economy and support homegrown industries</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/12/government-of-canada-implements-buy-canadian-policy-to-strengthen-canadas-economy-and-support-homegrown-industries.html</id><summary type="html">The Government of Canada is implementing the new Buy Canadian Policy, which fundamentally changes how the federal government purchases goods and services. This policy makes Canada its own best customer by strengthening domestic industries, supporting Canadian workers, and building a more resilient and diversified economy in a rapidly changing global trade environment. </summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="news releases"/><updated>2025-12-16T10:15:00-05:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/12/government-of-canada-implements-buy-canadian-policy-to-strengthen-canadas-economy-and-support-homegrown-industries.html"/></entry><entry><title>Buy Canadian - Backgrounder</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/12/buy-canadian.html</id><summary type="html">Effective December 16, 2025, the Government of Canada is rolling out the new Buy Canadian Policy for federal procurement. The policy sets clear direction for federal departments and agencies to prioritize Canadian suppliers and Canadian content in their purchasing decisions.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="backgrounders"/><updated>2025-12-16T10:00:00-05:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/12/buy-canadian.html"/></entry><entry><title>Minister Lightbound to announce next steps for Buy Canadian Policies</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/12/minister-lightbound-to-announce-next-steps-for-buy-canadian-policies.html</id><summary type="html">The Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement and Quebec Lieutenant, will announce new steps under the Buy Canadian Policies to strengthen support for Canadian industry.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2025-12-15T12:55:37-05:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/12/minister-lightbound-to-announce-next-steps-for-buy-canadian-policies.html"/></entry><entry><title>Alternating lane closure on Chaudière Crossing</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/12/alternating-lane-closure-on-chaudiere-crossing.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise motorists that there will be an alternating lane closure on the Union Bridge of the Chaudière Crossing for maintenance work.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2025-12-12T13:39:48-05:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/12/alternating-lane-closure-on-chaudiere-crossing.html"/></entry><entry><title>Lane closure on Alexandra Bridge</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/12/lane-closure-on-alexandra-bridge.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise motorists that the Ottawa-bound lane on the Alexandra Bridge will be closed for repair work.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2025-12-11T14:28:22-05:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/12/lane-closure-on-alexandra-bridge.html"/></entry><entry><title>Secretary of State Fuhr and Minister Valdez to announce contract to strengthen Canadian Armed Forces</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/12/secretary-of-state-fuhr-and-minister-valdez-to-announce-contract-to-strengthen-canadian-armed-forces.html</id><summary type="html">The Honourable Stephen Fuhr, Secretary of State (Defence Procurement), and the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality, Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), will announce an update on the Airlift Capability Project – Multi-role Flight Service.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2025-12-11T08:38:43-05:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/12/secretary-of-state-fuhr-and-minister-valdez-to-announce-contract-to-strengthen-canadian-armed-forces.html"/></entry><entry><title>Lane closures on Macdonald-Cartier Bridge</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/12/lane-closures-on-macdonald-cartier-bridge0.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise motorists that there will be lane closures on the Macdonald-Cartier Bridge for maintenance work.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2025-12-09T14:34:28-05:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/12/lane-closures-on-macdonald-cartier-bridge0.html"/></entry><entry><title>Government of Canada announces strategic partnership to strengthen military communications in the Arctic</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/12/government-of-canada-announces-strategic-partnership-to-strengthen-military-communications-in-the-arctic.html</id><summary type="html">The Government of Canada is committed to equipping the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) with the tools it needs to protect Canadians, strengthen our Arctic security and unleash the economic potential of the North.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="news releases"/><updated>2025-12-09T09:00:00-05:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/12/government-of-canada-announces-strategic-partnership-to-strengthen-military-communications-in-the-arctic.html"/></entry><entry><title>Lane closures on Macdonald-Cartier Bridge</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/12/lane-closures-on-macdonald-cartier-bridge.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise motorists that there will be lane closures on the Macdonald-Cartier Bridge for maintenance work.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2025-12-08T13:36:31-05:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/12/lane-closures-on-macdonald-cartier-bridge.html"/></entry><entry><title>LaSalle Causeway: Update on proposed marine navigation schedule for 2026</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/12/lasalle-causeway-update-on-proposed-marine-navigation-schedule-for-2026.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) recognizes the vital role of the LaSalle Causeway in meeting local transportation needs and is providing an update on plans for the 2026 marine navigation season.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2025-12-05T13:40:40-05:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/12/lasalle-causeway-update-on-proposed-marine-navigation-schedule-for-2026.html"/></entry><entry><title>Ministers Lightbound, McGuinty and Secretary of State Fuhr to announce a strategic partnership to strengthen the Canadian Armed Forces Arctic operations</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/12/ministers-lightbound-mcguinty-and-secretary-of-state-fuhr-to-announce-a-strategic-partnership-to-strengthen-the-canadian-armed-forces-arctic-operat.html</id><summary type="html">The Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement and Quebec Lieutenant, the Honourable David McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, and the Honourable Stephen Fuhr, Secretary of State (Defence Procurement), will announce a strategic partnership to support domestic and continental operations in the Arctic.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2025-12-05T13:36:01-05:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/12/ministers-lightbound-mcguinty-and-secretary-of-state-fuhr-to-announce-a-strategic-partnership-to-strengthen-the-canadian-armed-forces-arctic-operat.html"/></entry><entry><title>Canada signs joint statement of intent with Finland and United States to advance Icebreaker Collaboration Effort</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/11/canada-signs-joint-statement-of-intent-with-finland-and-united-states-to-advance-icebreaker-collaboration-effort.html</id><summary type="html">The Icebreaker Collaboration Effort (ICE) Pact is a trilateral agreement between Canada, Finland and the United States (US) to enhance our collective capabilities to produce world-class icebreaking vessels needed to assert our polar and Arctic sovereignty. </summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="news releases"/><updated>2025-12-04T09:20:43-05:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/11/canada-signs-joint-statement-of-intent-with-finland-and-united-states-to-advance-icebreaker-collaboration-effort.html"/></entry><entry><title>Full closures of J.C. Van Horne Bridge</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/12/full-closures-of-jc-van-horne-bridge.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise motorists, cyclists and pedestrians of upcoming full closures of the J.C. Van Horne Bridge for maintenance.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2025-12-01T09:15:43-05:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/12/full-closures-of-jc-van-horne-bridge.html"/></entry><entry><title>Update: Alternating lane closures on J.C. Van Horne Bridge and Salmon Boulevard</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/11/update-alternating-lane-closures-on-jc-van-horne-bridge-and-salmon-boulevard0.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada would like to provide an update on the intermittent alternating lane closures on the J.C. Van Horne Bridge and Salmon Boulevard.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2025-11-25T13:30:00-05:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/11/update-alternating-lane-closures-on-jc-van-horne-bridge-and-salmon-boulevard0.html"/></entry><entry><title>Media tours of Centre Block construction site</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/11/media-tours-of-centre-block-construction-site.html</id><summary type="html">Members of the media are invited to participate in a guided tour of the Centre Block construction site. Representatives from Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) and parliamentary administrations will provide the tour and answer questions.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2025-11-21T13:17:04-05:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/11/media-tours-of-centre-block-construction-site.html"/></entry><entry><title>Update: Alternating lane closures on J.C. Van Horne Bridge and Salmon Boulevard</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/11/update-alternating-lane-closures-on-jc-van-horne-bridge-and-salmon-boulevard.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) would like to provide an update on the intermittent alternating lane closures on the J.C. Van Horne Bridge and Salmon Boulevard.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2025-11-14T13:51:12-05:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/11/update-alternating-lane-closures-on-jc-van-horne-bridge-and-salmon-boulevard.html"/></entry><entry><title>Full closures of J.C. Van Horne Bridge</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/11/full-closures-of-jc-van-horne-bridge0.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise motorists, cyclists and pedestrians of upcoming full closures of the J.C. Van Horne Bridge for maintenance work.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2025-11-13T13:51:58-05:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/11/full-closures-of-jc-van-horne-bridge0.html"/></entry><entry><title>Weekend closures on Alexandra Bridge to motorists</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/11/weekend-closures-on-alexandra-bridge-to-motorists.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise motorists that the Alexandra Bridge will be closed for upcoming weekend maintenance work.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2025-11-12T10:56:41-05:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/11/weekend-closures-on-alexandra-bridge-to-motorists.html"/></entry><entry><title>From Reliance to Resilience: Budget 2025 delivers new investments to Buy Canadian and build Canada’s industrial strength</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/11/from-reliance-to-resilience-budget-2025-delivers-new-investments-to-buy-canadian-and-build-canadas-industrial-strength.html</id><summary type="html">The world is increasingly dangerous and divided. Changes in the global trading system are causing massive disruptions and uncertainty for Canadians. The world has changed, and Canada’s economic strategy must change.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="news releases"/><updated>2025-11-10T14:15:14-05:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/11/from-reliance-to-resilience-budget-2025-delivers-new-investments-to-buy-canadian-and-build-canadas-industrial-strength.html"/></entry><entry><title>Weekday off-peak lane closures on Macdonald-Cartier Bridge</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/11/weekday-off-peak-lane-closures-on-macdonald-cartier-bridge.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise motorists that there will be weekday off-peak lane closures on the Macdonald-Cartier Bridge for maintenance work.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2025-11-10T13:23:47-05:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/11/weekday-off-peak-lane-closures-on-macdonald-cartier-bridge.html"/></entry><entry><title>Stairway and pathway on Parliament Hill closed for the season</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/11/stairway-and-pathway-on-parliament-hill-closed-for-the-season.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada would like to inform pedestrians that the pathway and stairway behind the Centre Block, along with the Queen Victoria Monument and surrounding area on the west side of the Centre Block, has been closed for the winter</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2025-11-10T11:50:44-05:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/11/stairway-and-pathway-on-parliament-hill-closed-for-the-season.html"/></entry><entry><title>Minister Lightbound to announce Budget 2025 measures to boost Canadian industries and jobs through Buy Canadian Policy</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/11/minister-lightbound-to-announce-budget-2025-measures-to-boost-canadian-industries-and-jobs-through-buy-canadian-policy.html</id><summary type="html">The Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement, will announce Budget 2025 investments to advance the Government of Canada’s Buy Canadian Policy, a key step in making the federal government Canada’s best customer.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2025-11-08T10:57:06-05:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/11/minister-lightbound-to-announce-budget-2025-measures-to-boost-canadian-industries-and-jobs-through-buy-canadian-policy.html"/></entry><entry><title>Lane closures on Burlington Canal Lift Bridge</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/11/lane-closures-on-burlington-canal-lift-bridge.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise users of lane closures on the Burlington Canal Lift Bridge for the installation of new traffic gates, during.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2025-11-03T15:47:05-05:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/11/lane-closures-on-burlington-canal-lift-bridge.html"/></entry><entry><title>Full closures of J.C. Van Horne Bridge</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/11/full-closures-of-jc-van-horne-bridge.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise motorists, cyclists and pedestrians of upcoming full closures of the J.C. Van Horne Bridge for maintenance work.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2025-11-03T14:52:50-05:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/11/full-closures-of-jc-van-horne-bridge.html"/></entry><entry><title>Update: Alternating lane closures on J.C. Van Horne Bridge and Salmon Boulevard</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/10/update-alternating-lane-closures-on-jc-van-horne-bridge-and-salmon-boulevard.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) would like to provide an update on the intermittent alternating lane closures on the J.C. Van Horne Bridge and Salmon Boulevard, following the public notice issued on September 26.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2025-10-31T14:02:47-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/10/update-alternating-lane-closures-on-jc-van-horne-bridge-and-salmon-boulevard.html"/></entry><entry><title>Government of Canada to provide a fifth progress update on new human resources and pay solution </title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/10/le-gouvernement-du-canada-presentera-une-cinquieme-mise-a-jour-sur-les-progres-realises-en-ce-qui-concerne-la-nouvelle-solution-de-ressources-humai.html</id><summary type="html">Mr. Alex Benay, Associate Deputy Minister, Public Services and Procurement Canada, will be providing a fifth update on the progress made in preparing for the upcoming transition to Dayforce human resources and pay solution. </summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2025-10-28T13:54:45-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/10/le-gouvernement-du-canada-presentera-une-cinquieme-mise-a-jour-sur-les-progres-realises-en-ce-qui-concerne-la-nouvelle-solution-de-ressources-humai.html"/></entry><entry><title>Government of Canada Invites Canadians and Suppliers to Help Shape the Future of Federal Procurement</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/10/government-of-canada-invites-canadians-and-suppliers-to-help-shape-the-future-of-federal-procurement.html</id><summary type="html">The Government of Canada is taking bold steps to make sure federal procurement delivers lasting benefits for Canadian workers, businesses, and communities. </summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="news releases"/><updated>2025-10-17T15:00:50-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/10/government-of-canada-invites-canadians-and-suppliers-to-help-shape-the-future-of-federal-procurement.html"/></entry><entry><title>Government of Canada to hold a media tour at its GCSurplus warehouse in Montreal</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/10/government-of-canada-to-hold-a-media-tour-at-its-gcsurplus-warehouse-in-montreal.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada is hosting a media event at its GCSurplus warehouse in Montréal, Quebec, to showcase its role in selling and donating surplus government assets. </summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2025-10-17T13:00:34-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/10/government-of-canada-to-hold-a-media-tour-at-its-gcsurplus-warehouse-in-montreal.html"/></entry><entry><title>Closures on Chaudière Crossing</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/10/closures-on-chaudiere-crossing.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise the public of the following upcoming closures on the Chaudière Crossing to complete maintenance work on the Union Bridge and the Hull Causeway</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2025-10-10T11:20:36-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/10/closures-on-chaudiere-crossing.html"/></entry><entry><title>Alexandra Bridge closed to motorists at night</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/10/alexandra-bridge-closed-to-motorists-at-night.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise motorists that the Alexandra Bridge will be closed at night.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2025-10-09T13:58:09-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/10/alexandra-bridge-closed-to-motorists-at-night.html"/></entry><entry><title>Backgrounder: Defence Investment Agency</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/09/defence-investment-agency.html</id><summary type="html">The Defence Investment Agency is a new Special Operating Agency within Public Services and Procurement Canada, that will be led by the Honourable Stephen Fuhr, Secretary of State (Defence Procurement). </summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="backgrounders"/><updated>2025-10-02T06:55:00-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/09/defence-investment-agency.html"/></entry><entry><title>Annual closure of St. Andrews Lock and Dam</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/10/annual-closure-of-st-andrews-lock-and-dam.html</id><summary type="html">Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise users of the annual closure of the St. Andrews Lock and Dam for the season. </summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="media advisories"/><updated>2025-10-01T10:56:50-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/10/annual-closure-of-st-andrews-lock-and-dam.html"/></entry><entry><title>GCtranslate: Using artificial intelligence to build a more agile, modern and bilingual public service</title><id>https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/09/gctranslate-using-artificial-intelligence-to-build-a-more-agile-modern-and-bilingual-public-service.html</id><summary type="html">As part of the Government of Canada’s digital transformation, artificial intelligence (AI) is playing a central role in modernizing public service operations. By improving efficiency, productivity and service quality, AI enables public servants to focus on high-impact work that delivers better outcomes for Canadians.</summary><author><name>Public Services and Procurement Canada</name></author><category term="news releases"/><updated>2025-09-29T14:00:25-04:00</updated><link href="https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2025/09/gctranslate-using-artificial-intelligence-to-build-a-more-agile-modern-and-bilingual-public-service.html"/></entry></feed>