Canada News Centre2026-09-11T10:58:38-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/news.htmlhttps://www.canada.ca/etc/designs/canada/wet-boew/assets/wmms-blk.svghttps://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/09/closure-of-the-gatineau-side-access-to-the-chaudiere-crossing.html

Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to inform motorists and truck drivers that access to the Chaudière Crossing from the Gatineau side will be closed to accommodate the Tour de Gatineau event.

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-09-11T10:58:38-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/09/government-of-canada-launches-selection-process-to-find-canada-posts-next-president-and-chief-executive-officer-canada-posts-president-and-chief-ex.html

Today, the Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement and Quebec Lieutenant, issued the following statement:

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-09-08T13:59:16-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/09/minister-lightbound-to-hold-media-scrum-in-la-pocatiere.html

The Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement and Quebec Lieutenant, will meet workers at the Alstom factory in La Pocatière. He will participate in a media scrum to provide an update on future plans for the factory.

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-09-02T17:00:10-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/09/low-water-levels-on-red-river.html

Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise the public that due to the recent drought, water levels along the Red River (between St. Andrews Lock and Dam and the City of Winnipeg) are forecasted to fall below the summer operational level.

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-09-01T11:23:11-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/08/full-closure-of-chaudiere-crossing-to-motorists.html

Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to inform users that the Chaudière Crossing will be fully closed to motorists to accommodate the Capital Pride Parade.

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-08-27T13:56:10-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/08/overnight-closure-of-chaudiere-crossing-to-motorists.html

Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise users that the Chaudière Crossing will be fully closed to motorists to accommodate rehabilitation work as part of the Southern Structures Renewal Project.

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-08-24T11:42:01-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/08/government-of-canada-advances-major-infrastructure-project-to-strengthen-public-and-animal-health-border-protection-and-security-science.html

Through Laboratories Canada, the Government of Canada is investing in modern science infrastructure that helps protect Canadians and our food supply, strengthens public health and security, and supports a resilient economy.

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-08-12T09:23:17-04:00https://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-fire0.html

Government of Canada conditionally sells retired CC-130H Hercules aircraft to protect Canadians by strengthening Canada's private sector aerial firefighting capacity

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-08-11T13:50:22-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/08/government-of-canada-awards-construction-contract-for-a-new-canada-revenue-agency-facility-in-st-johns.html

The Government of Canada is committed to providing modern, efficient and sustainable infrastructure to support the delivery of key public services to Canadians.

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-08-10T17:00:46-04:00https://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

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.

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-08-07T13:00:16-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/08/minister-mcguinty-to-mark-major-milestone-for-laboratories-canada-facility-in-ottawa.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.

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-08-06T11:00:26-04:00https://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

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.

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-08-05T13:54:49-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/07/lane-closures-on-macdonald-cartier-bridge-to-motorists.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.

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-07-30T13:56:34-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/07/full-closure-of-alexandra-bridge.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.

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-07-27T11:13:18-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/07/closures-of-national-capital-region-bridges-to-motorists.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.

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-07-23T11:31:57-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/07/overnight-lane-closure-on-chaudiere-crossing.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.

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-07-22T08:51:21-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/07/overnight-lane-closures-on-macdonald-cartier-bridge-to-motorists.html

Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise motorists of overnight lane closures required for work related to the Macdonald-Cartier Bridge project.

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-07-21T15:49:25-04:00https://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

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.

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-07-21T09:30:20-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/07/alternating-lane-closure-on-des-allumettes-bridge.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.

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-07-20T09:32:49-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/07/minister-lightbound-to-announce-a-contract-award-under-the-buy-canadian-policy.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.

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-07-20T06:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/07/the-canada-child-benefit-payments-increasing-in-2026-2027.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.

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-07-17T13:00:38-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/07/lane-closures-on-burlington-canal-lift-bridge.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.

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-07-17T10:23:29-04:00https://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

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).

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-07-16T12:32:09-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/07/overnight-alternating-lane-closures-on-jc-van-horne-bridge.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.

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-07-15T09:43:57-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/07/closure-of-alexandra-bridge-to-motorists.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.

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-07-10T14:06:45-04:00https://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

Reducing barriers, simplifying processes and increasing access to opportunities under the Buy Canadian Policy

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-07-06T09:44:13-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/07/simplifying-federal-procurement-for-canadian-small-businesses.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.

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-07-06T09:03:21-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/07/minister-lightbound-to-announce-next-steps-of-buy-canadian-policy0.html

Minister Lightbound to announce next steps of Buy Canadian policy

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-07-03T08:00:18-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/06/minister-lightbound-highlights-investments-in-affordable-housing-in-bas-saint-laurent.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.

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-07-02T13:00:03-04:00https://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

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.

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-07-02T10:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/06/lane-closures-on-burlington-canal-lift-bridge.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.

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-06-30T13:29:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/06/the-honourable-stephen-fuhr-highlights-launch-of-national-food-security-strategy.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.

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-06-30T13:00:30-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/06/the-honourable-stephen-fuhr-to-announce-support-for-food-security-in-kelowna.html

The Honourable Stephen Fuhr to announce support for food security in Kelowna

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-06-29T08:48:20-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/06/closures-of-national-capital-region-bridges.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.

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-06-25T13:34:45-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/06/full-overnight-closure-of-chaudiere-crossing-to-motorists.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.

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-06-23T15:14:25-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/06/government-of-canada-marks-launch-of-modernized-national-capital-region-district-energy-system.html

The Government of Canada is committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, leading by example to green its own operations.

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-06-23T13:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/06/weekend-closures-of-alexandra-bridge-to-motorists.html

Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise users that the Alexandra Bridge will be closed to motorists for maintenance work

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-06-19T10:53:43-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/06/canada-and-france-sign-general-security-of-information-agreement.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.

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-06-12T12:19:42-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/06/lanes-and-pedestrian-boardwalk-closure-on-alexandra-bridge.html

Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to inform users that the Alexandra Bridge will be closed to vehicles to accommodate a planned protest.

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-06-10T09:40:40-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/06/government-of-canada-awards-contract-for-next-stage-of-the-alexandra-bridge-replacement.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.

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-06-04T15:48:07-04:00https://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

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):

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-06-01T15:05:34-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/05/full-closure-of-chaudiere-crossing-to-motorists0.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.

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-05-29T14:11:25-04:00https://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

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.

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-05-27T15:30:22-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/05/overnight-alternating-lane-closure-on-chaudiere-crossing.html

Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise motorists of an overnight alternating lane closure on the Chaudière Crossing for maintenance work.

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-05-25T11:04:46-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/05/intermittent-closures-on-jc-van-horne-bridge.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.

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-05-22T09:48:41-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/05/closure-of-national-capital-region-bridges-to-motorists.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

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-05-20T12:45:04-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/05/safety-booms-not-installed-at-timiskaming-dam-complex.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.

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-05-15T14:04:02-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/05/alaska-highway-contract-awarded-to-indigenous-owned-business-partnership.html

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

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-05-13T13:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/05/national-coordinators-build-on-successes-of-the-icebreaker-collaboration-effort.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.

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-05-07T14:00:12-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/05/minister-joel-lightbound-announces-historic-investments-in-canadas-small-craft-harbours.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.

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-05-07T12:00:36-04:00