Canada News Centre2026-05-12T15:23:41-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/news.htmlhttps://www.canada.ca/etc/designs/canada/wet-boew/assets/wmms-blk.svghttps://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/05/minister-anandasangaree-to-make-a-funding-announcement-in-winnipeg-related-to-the-canada-community-security-program.html

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, along with the Honourable Terry Duguid, Member of Parliament for Winnipeg South, Ben Carr, Member of Parliament for Winnipeg South Centre, and Doug Eyolfson, Member of Parliament for Winnipeg West, for an announcement about federal funding to support the Government of Canada’s efforts to keep Canadian communities safe.

Public Safety Canada2026-05-12T15:23:41-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/05/in-montreal-minister-anandasangaree-highlights-investments-in-combatting-crime-from-spring-economic-update-2026.html

In Budget 2025, we outlined our plan to build Canada Strong. Since then, we have moved fast to build the major infrastructure, homes, and industries that grow Canada’s economy and create lasting prosperity; empower Canadians with better careers and a more affordable life; and protect our communities, our borders, and our way of life.

Public Safety Canada2026-05-08T13:13:10-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/05/minister-anandasangaree-to-make-a-funding-announcement-in-montreal-related-to-the-canada-community-security-program.html

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, along with Anthony Housefather, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience, for an announcement about federal funding to support the Government of Canada’s efforts to keep Canadian communities safe.

Public Safety Canada2026-05-07T16:00:51-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/05/secretary-of-state-sahota-highlights-investments-in-combatting-crime-from-spring-economic-update-2026.html

In Budget 2025, we outlined our plan to build Canada Strong. Since then, we have moved fast to build the major infrastructure, homes, and industries that grow Canada’s economy and create lasting prosperity; empower Canadians with better careers and a more affordable life; and protect our communities, our borders, and our way of life.

Public Safety Canada2026-05-06T10:33:13-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/05/minister-anandasangaree-highlights-investments-in-combatting-crime-from-spring-economic-update-2026.html

In Budget 2025, we outlined our plan to build Canada Strong. Since then, we have moved fast to build the major infrastructure, homes, and industries that grow Canada’s economy and create lasting prosperity; empower Canadians with better careers and a more affordable life; and protect our communities, our borders, and our way of life.

Public Safety Canada2026-05-06T09:14:38-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/05/minister-anandasangaree-in-toronto-to-make-an-announcement-about-the-canada-community-security-program.html

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, along with the Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, for an announcement about federal funding to support the Government of Canada’s efforts to keep Canadian communities safe.

Public Safety Canada2026-05-05T16:00:58-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/05/government-of-canada-marks-emergency-preparedness-week-and-strengthens-federal-emergency-management.html

Today, on behalf the Government of Canada, the Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada marked the beginning of Emergency Preparedness Week 2026.

Public Safety Canada2026-05-04T10:11:57-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/05/minister-olszewski-marks-ten-years-since-the-2016-fort-mcmurray-wildfires.html

Today, the Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada, issued the following statement.

Public Safety Canada2026-05-03T12:02:32-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/05/minister-olszewski-and-parliamentary-secretary-housefather-to-highlight-emergency-preparedness-week-and-strengthen-emergency-response-and-capacity.html

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada, accompanied by Anthony Housefather, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience, as they highlight Emergency Preparedness Week and announce investments to strengthen emergency response and capacity.

Public Safety Canada2026-05-01T14:00:17-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/05/minister-anandasangaree-highlights-supports-for-workers-and-young-people-from-spring-economic-update-2026-canada-strong-for-all.html

In Budget 2025, we outlined our plan to build Canada Strong. Since then, we have moved fast to build the major infrastructure, homes, and industries that grow Canada’s economy and create lasting prosperity; empower Canadians with better careers and a more affordable life; and protect our communities, our borders, and our way of life.

Public Safety Canada2026-05-01T11:27:16-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/04/minister-anandasangaree-to-highlight-spring-economic-update-2026-investments-in-oshawa.html

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, along with John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer of the Region of Durham, and His Worship Dan Carter, Mayor of the City of Oshawa, to highlight recent investments from the Spring Economic Update 2026: Canada Strong for All to help workers and young people gain the skills, experience and support they need to succeed.

Public Safety Canada2026-04-30T16:32:46-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/04/government-of-canada-announces-up-to-145-million-to-support-public-safety-and-security-for-the-fifa-world-cup-2026.html

As Canada prepares to welcome the world for the FIFA World Cup 2026™, the federal government is taking action to help ensure that host cities have the public safety and security resources needed to deliver a safe, secure, and successful tournament.

Public Safety Canada2026-04-29T14:47:31-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/04/government-of-canada-to-announce-funding-support-ahead-of-fifa-world-cup-26.html

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, along with the Honourable Michael Kerzner, Ontario Solicitor General, and Her Worship Olivia Chow, Mayor of the City of Toronto, for an announcement about federal funding to support hosting the FIFA World Cup 2026™ in Toronto and Vancouver.

Public Safety Canada2026-04-28T16:49:44-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/04/government-of-canada-creates-platform-for-canada-wide-flood-risk-awareness-canadas-flood-risk-finder.html

Today, The Honourable Eleanor Olszewski provided an update on the development of Canada’s Flood Risk Finder, Canada’s first national, publicly available source of flood hazard and risk information. This new platform will provide a consistent picture of flood hazard and risk with straightforward, easy-to-access information.

Public Safety Canada2026-04-27T12:19:45-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/04/minister-anandasangaree-in-iqaluit-to-highlight-recent-measures-to-make-life-more-affordable-for-canadians.html

The global landscape is rapidly changing. In response, Canada’s new government is focused on what we can control – building a stronger, more independent, more resilient economy. We’re building an economy where Canadians are empowered with greater security, certainty, and a lower cost of living.

Public Safety Canada2026-04-24T14:35:06-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/04/government-of-canada-invests-in-crime-prevention-in-winnipeg.html

Today, the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, announced $95,000 in federal funding to the City of Winnipeg for their pilot project, “Winnipeg Collaborative Street Safety Centre”, through Public Safety Canada’s Crime Prevention Action Fund (CPAF).

Public Safety Canada2026-04-24T10:01:32-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/04/minister-anandasangaree-in-iqaluit-to-highlight-affordability-measures.html

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, along with His Worship Solomon Awa, Mayor of Iqaluit, to highlight the Government of Canada’s most recent measures to make life more affordable for Canadians.

Public Safety Canada2026-04-23T14:34:33-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/04/assault-style-firearms-compensation-program-for-businesses-re-opens-to-include-all-prohibited-assault-style-firearms.html

The Assault-Style Firearms Compensation Program (ASFCP) will re-open for businesses on April 23, 2026.

Public Safety Canada2026-04-14T13:01:11-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/04/minister-anandasangaree-announces-appointment-of-civilian-review-and-complaints-commission-chairperson-and-vice-chairperson.html

Today, the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, announced that the Honourable Brent Cotter has been appointed as the interim Chairperson of the Civilian Review and Complaints Commission (CRCC) for a term of six months effective April 15, 2026.

Public Safety Canada2026-04-13T12:00:59-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/04/minister-olszewski-approves-emergency-assistance-to-the-hamlet-of-gjoa-haven-nunavut.html

Today, the Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada, issued the following statement

Public Safety Canada2026-04-11T19:23:51-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/04/minister-olszewski-approves-emergency-assistance-to-peguis-first-nation.html

Today, the Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada, issued the following statement

Public Safety Canada2026-04-10T11:06:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/04/declaration-period-for-the-assault-style-firearms-compensation-program-closing-with-more-than-67000-firearms-declared-for-compensation.html

The nation-wide declaration period of the Assault-Style Firearms Compensation Program (ASFCP) for individuals ended on March 31, 2026. To date, more than 67,000 assault-style firearms have been declared by 37,869 firearm owners across Canada.

Public Safety Canada2026-04-01T15:32:59-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/03/government-of-canada-renews-support-for-gun-violence-prevention-initiatives-across-canada.html

The Government of Canada is taking action to protect Canadians from gun and gang violence. From banning assault-style firearms to strengthening protections at our borders, the government is pursuing a wide range of efforts to address gun and gang violence in Canada. Central to this work is preventing gun and gang violence before it starts.

Public Safety Canada2026-03-31T14:11:13-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/03/minister-anandasangaree-to-announce-funding-to-support-efforts-in-preventing-gun-and-gang-violence.html

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, along with the Honourable Ruby Sahota, Secretary of State (Combatting Crime), and Her Worship Olivia Chow, Mayor of the City of Toronto, for an announcement about the Government of Canada’s efforts to keep Canadian communities safe. They will be joined by other federal and municipal representatives.

Public Safety Canada2026-03-30T15:35:23-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/03/government-of-canada-invests-in-crime-prevention-in-edmonton.html

Canadians deserve to feel safe in welcoming, vibrant, and inclusive communities. Building safe communities requires enforcement alongside a compassionate approach to prevention. That means taking practical action to reduce factors that can contribute to crime and disorder, support community safety, and address challenges affecting community well-being.

Public Safety Canada2026-03-30T12:53:52-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/03/financial-crime-experts-conclude-fifth-spin-cycle-conference.html

Today marks the conclusion of the fifth Spin Cycle Conference, a three-day gathering of more than 1100 financial crime investigators, prosecutors and experts from across Canada’s public sector.

Public Safety Canada2026-03-27T15:06:10-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/03/minister-olszewski-to-make-a-crime-prevention-action-fund-announcement-in-edmonton.html

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada, on behalf of the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, for an announcement about the Government of Canada’s efforts to prevent crime in Edmonton.

Public Safety Canada2026-03-27T14:43:01-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/03/legislation-that-strengthens-the-immigration-system-and-border-security-receives-royal-assent.html

On March 26, 2026, the Strengthening Canada’s Immigration System and Borders Act (Bill C-12), received Royal Assent, strengthening our immigration and asylum systems and providing law enforcement agencies with more tools to keep our borders secure, combat transnational organized crime, illegal fentanyl, and illicit financing.

Public Safety Canada2026-03-27T09:02:23-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/03/statement-by-the-minister-of-public-safety-in-response-to-the-2026-auditor-generals-audit-of-recruiting-for-the-rcmp.html

Today, the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, issued the following statement.

Public Safety Canada2026-03-23T11:03:18-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/03/minister-anandasangaree-to-hold-media-availability-regarding-the-assault-style-firearms-compensation-program.html

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, along with the Honourable Nathalie Provost, Secretary of State (Nature), for a media availability on the Assault-Style Firearms Compensation Program and the Government of Canada's commitment to tackling gun violence and keeping Canadians safe.

Public Safety Canada2026-03-23T09:07:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/03/canada-announces-funding-for-indigenous-womens-reintegration-programs.html

Today, on behalf of the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, the Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, announced $4,737,448.00 over five years in federal support to the Maashkaawizii Kwe "Woman of Inner strength" project, led by Thunder Women Healing Lodge Society (the Healing Lodge) through the Aboriginal Community Safety Development Contribution Program (ACSDCP).

Public Safety Canada2026-03-20T10:26:23-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/03/minister-solomon-to-make-an-announcement-regarding-the-aboriginal-community-safety-development-contribution-program.html

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, on behalf of the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, for an announcement about the Government of Canada’s efforts to support a community-led project that helps Indigenous women in Toronto.

Public Safety Canada2026-03-19T16:19:35-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/03/canada-introduces-new-tools-for-law-enforcement-to-investigate-threats-and-keep-canadians-safe-toronto.html

From street crime to national security threats, criminal activity is increasingly being enabled by digital, globalized, and sophisticated crime networks. To keep Canadians safe, Canada’s new government is strengthening the Criminal Code and giving law enforcement and the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) the tools they need to disrupt crime, investigate serious threats, and protect our communities.

Public Safety Canada2026-03-19T11:55:53-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/03/minister-anandasangaree-in-toronto-to-highlight-new-tools-to-help-law-enforcement-investigate-threats-and-keep-canadians-safe.html

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, along with Myron Demkiw, Chief of Toronto Police Service, for a press conference on Canada’s efforts to support law enforcement agencies and Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) with new tools to investigate serious threats, disrupt organized crime, and protect our communities. They will be joined by other federal representatives, and law enforcement officials.

Public Safety Canada2026-03-18T14:25:28-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/03/the-government-of-canada-announces-funding-for-search-and-rescue-projects-and-launches-new-call-for-proposals.html

Minister Olszewski launched the 2026–2027 call for proposals for the Search and Rescue New Initiatives Fund (SAR NIF), which supports projects that strengthen search and rescue capacity across the country. Applications must be submitted by May 15, 2026, at 12:00 pm (noon) Pacific time.

Public Safety Canada2026-03-18T11:20:47-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/03/search-and-rescue-new-initiatives-fund-projects.html

Minister Olszewski launched the 2026-2027 call for proposals for the Search and Rescue New Initiatives Fund (SAR NIF). The deadline to apply for 2026-2027 is May 15, 2026 at 12:00 pm (noon) Pacific time. We are also providing $2.86M in funding for seven SAR NIF projects to further support Canada’s search and rescue capacity.

Public Safety Canada2026-03-18T11:11:16-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/03/minister-olszewski-to-make-an-announcement-related-to-canadas-search-and-rescue-system.html

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada, for an announcement to highlight the Government of Canada’s ongoing efforts to strengthen and modernize search and rescue capabilities nationwide, including opportunities for partners to participate.

Public Safety Canada2026-03-17T15:20:14-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/03/canada-introduces-new-tools-for-law-enforcement-to-investigate-threats-and-keep-canadians-safe3.html

From street crime to national security threats, criminal activity is increasingly being enabled by digital, globalized, and sophisticated crime networks.

Public Safety Canada2026-03-16T15:03:13-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/03/minister-anandasangaree-in-montreal-to-highlight-new-tools-to-help-law-enforcement-investigate-threats-and-keep-canadians-safe.html

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, along with Jacques Ramsay, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Public Safety, and Patricia Lattanzio, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, for a press conference on Canada’s efforts to support law enforcement agencies and Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) with new tools to investigate serious threats, disrupt organized crime, and protect our communities. They will be joined by local law enforcement officials.

Public Safety Canada2026-03-15T18:33:11-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/03/minister-anandasangaree-names-proposed-foreign-influence-transparency-commissioner.html

Following approval of both Houses of Parliament, today, the Minister of Public Safety, the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, announced Anton Boegman as the proposed Foreign Influence Transparency Commissioner.

Public Safety Canada2026-03-13T15:34:07-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/03/anton-boegman-biography.html

Acknowledged as an innovator, and passionate about elections, Anton’s main focus has been reducing accessibility barriers to voting and improving services to voters and other electoral stakeholders.

Public Safety Canada2026-03-13T15:33:54-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/03/canada-introduces-new-tools-for-law-enforcement-to-investigate-threats-and-keep-canadians-safe1.html

From street crime to national security threats, criminal activity is increasingly being enabled by digital, globalized, and sophisticated crime networks. To keep Canadians safe, Canada’s new government is strengthening the Criminal Code and giving law enforcement and the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) the tools they need to disrupt crime, investigate serious threats, and protect our communities.

Public Safety Canada2026-03-13T12:33:21-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/03/canada-introduces-new-tools-for-law-enforcement-to-investigate-threats-and-keep-canadians-safe0.html

From street crime to national security threats, criminal activity is increasingly being enabled by digital, globalized, and sophisticated crime networks. To keep Canadians safe, Canada’s new government is strengthening the Criminal Code and giving law enforcement and the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) the tools they need to disrupt crime, investigate serious threats, and protect communities.

Public Safety Canada2026-03-13T10:45:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/03/secretary-of-state-sahota-to-highlight-new-tools-to-help-law-enforcement-investigate-threats-and-keep-canadians-safe.html

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Ruby Sahota, Secretary of State for Combatting Crime, along with Peel Regional Police Chief Nishan Duraiappah, Deputy Chief Nick Milinovich, City of Mississauga, City of Brampton, and Town of Caledon Officials for a press conference on Canada’s efforts to support law enforcement agencies and Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) with new tools to investigate serious threats, disrupt organized crime, and protect our communities.

Public Safety Canada2026-03-12T19:39:22-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/03/minister-anandasangaree-to-highlight-new-tools-to-help-law-enforcement-investigate-threats-and-keep-canadians-safe.html

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, along with the Honourable Nina Krieger, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General of British Columbia, for a press conference on Canada’s efforts to support law enforcement agencies and Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) with new tools to investigate serious threats, disrupt organized crime, and protect our communities. They will be joined by local law enforcement officials.

Public Safety Canada2026-03-12T17:34:41-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/03/canada-introduces-new-tools-for-law-enforcement-to-investigate-threats-and-keep-canadians-safe.html

From street crime to national security threats, criminal activity is increasingly being enabled by digital, globalized, and sophisticated crime networks. To keep Canadians safe, Canada’s new government is strengthening the Criminal Code and giving law enforcement and the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) the tools they need to disrupt crime, investigate serious threats, and protect our communities.

Public Safety Canada2026-03-12T12:51:25-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/03/backgrounder--securing-access-to-information-in-bill-c-22.html

Rapid technological growth has created a complex digital ecosystem with far more data, devices, and ways to interact than ever before.

Public Safety Canada2026-03-12T12:50:58-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/03/ministers-anandasangaree-and-fraser-to-announce-new-tools-to-help-law-enforcement-investigate-threats-and-keep-canadians-safe.html

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, and the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, for a press conference on Canada’s efforts to support law enforcement agencies and Canada Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) with new tools to investigate serious threats, disrupt organized crime, and protect our communities.

Public Safety Canada2026-03-11T16:49:06-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/03/government-of-canada-supports-jewish-communities-to-protect-themselves-against-hate-motivated-crimes.html

Today, the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, announced a dedicated investment of up to $10M to be provided to eligible organizations through the Canada Community Security Program (CCSP), that will assist Jewish communities in enhancing the security of their gathering spaces, including schools, day cares, overnight camps, and places of worship.

Public Safety Canada2026-03-11T12:45:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/03/minister-anandasangaree-to-make-an-announcement-regarding-the-canada-community-security-program.html

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, for an announcement regarding investments in the Canada Community Security Program. He will be joined by members of Jewish caucus.

Public Safety Canada2026-03-11T12:07:27-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/03/government-of-canada-invests-in-youth-crime-prevention-in-vernon.html

The funding will support a community‑led project that helps Indigenous youth aged 14 to 25 build confidence, connection, and leadership through culturally-grounded programming.

Public Safety Canada2026-03-03T13:43:45-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/03/secretary-of-state-fuhr-to-make-a-funding-announcement.html

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Stephen Fuhr, Secretary of State for Defence Procurement, on behalf of the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, for an announcement about the Government of Canada's efforts to support a community-led project that helps Indigenous youth.

Public Safety Canada2026-03-02T15:17:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/02/government-of-canada-enhances-remote-avalanche-monitoring-to-support-search-and-rescue.html

Canada's vast and challenging landscapes make search and rescue (SAR) operations increasingly difficult, especially as climate-related emergencies grow more frequent. Strengthening our SAR system requires sustained, coordinated efforts to ensure responders can reach people in distress wherever they are.

Public Safety Canada2026-02-27T10:20:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/02/parliamentary-secretary-housefather-to-announce-funding-for-improvements-to-arctic-ground-search-and-rescue.html

Members of the media are invited to join Anthony Housefather, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience along with the Honourable Élisabeth Brière, Member of Parliament for Sherbrooke and Deputy Government Whip, for a funding announcement about the Government of Canada's efforts to improve Canada's search and rescue system.

Public Safety Canada2026-02-26T09:30:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/02/government-of-canada-invests-in-bolstering-pan-canadian-aerial-wildfire-firefighting-capacity.html

With the second worst wildfire season in Canada’s history in 2025 and the prospect of increasingly challenging wildfires in the years to come, the Government of Canada is showing leadership and taking direct action to strengthen Canada’s wildfire response capacity and better protect communities across the country from the increasing threat of wildfires.

Public Safety Canada2026-02-20T17:25:02-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/02/government-announces-new-measures-to-help-protect-canadians-and-businesses-against-extortion.html

For too many Canadian individuals and businesses, extortion is a reality of everyday life – one that brings fear, intimidation and harm to communities and families alike and that undermines Canadians’ sense of safety.

Public Safety Canada2026-02-20T11:38:14-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/02/government-of-canada-invests-in-youth-gang-prevention-in-nova-scotia-and-new-brunswick.html

Today, the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, and Member of Parliament for Halifax, Shannon Miedema, announced $1,273,617 in federal funding for the Ummah Society’s new youth focused initiative, supported through Public Safety Canada’s Youth Gang Prevention Fund.

Public Safety Canada2026-02-20T08:45:32-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/02/secretary-of-state-sahota-in-winnipeg-to-highlight-measures-on-combatting-extortion.html

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Ruby Sahota, Secretary of State for Combatting Crime, along with the Honourable Kevin Lamoureux, Parliamentary Secretary to the Leader of the Government in the House of Commons and Member of Parliament for Winnipeg North, and the Honourable Terry Duguid, Member of Parliament for Winnipeg South, who will discuss the Government of Canada’s plan to support the ongoing efforts to combat criminal extortion activities that harm Canadian individuals, businesses, and communities.

Public Safety Canada2026-02-19T14:55:31-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/02/minister-anandasangaree-to-make-a-funding-announcement-in-halifax.html

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, for an announcement about the Government of Canada’s efforts to reduce youth involvement in gangs and violent crime in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick.

Public Safety Canada2026-02-19T12:04:04-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/02/government-of-canada-invests-in-youth-gang-prevention-in-saint-john.html

Today, on behalf of Minister Gary Anandasangaree, Secretary of State (Canada Revenue Agency and Financial Institutions) and Member of Parliament for Saint John—Kennebecasis, Wayne Long, announced $628,068 in federal funding to the John Howard Society of New Brunswick through Public Safety Canada's Youth Gang Prevention Fund (YGPF).

Public Safety Canada2026-02-13T10:05:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/02/secretary-of-state-long-to-make-a-funding-announcement-in-saint-john.html

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Wayne Long, Secretary of State responsible for the Canada Revenue Agency and Financial Institutions, on behalf of the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, for an announcement about the Government of Canada's efforts to reduce youth involvement in gangs and violent crime in the Saint John community.

Public Safety Canada2026-02-12T10:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/01/ninth-meeting-of-the-north-american-drug-dialogue.html

On January 27 and 28, 2026, the Government of Canada hosted the Governments of Mexico and the United States in Ottawa for the Ninth Meeting of the North American Drug Dialogue (NADD). The annual NADD meeting brings together the three countries’ counternarcotics policy makers, law enforcement leaders, and public health experts to collaborate on strategies to counter the grave threat posed by the manufacturing, trading, and misuse of fentanyl and other illicit drugs.

Public Safety Canada2026-01-30T18:37:37-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/01/ministers-anandasangaree-and-fraser-present-national-commitments-to-combat-antisemitism.html

Antisemitism is unacceptable and has no place in Canada. We must stand united against hatred in all its forms by promoting accountability, education, and solidarity. No one should live in fear because of their religious, ethnic or cultural identity.

Public Safety Canada2026-01-26T11:13:02-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/01/government-of-canada-helps-religious-and-community-organizations-in-mount-royal-protect-themselves-against-hate-motivated-crimes.html

Today, the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, and the Honourable Anthony Housefather, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Member of Parliament for Mount Royal, announced an investment totalling $913,111 for 11 organizations in the Mount Royal area through the CCSP, including schools, places of worship, and other gathering spaces.

Public Safety Canada2026-01-20T09:15:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/01/government-of-canada-opens-the-assault-style-firearms-compensation-program-to-all-individual-firearms-owners.html

Today, the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, accompanied by the Honourable Nathalie Provost, Secretary of State (Nature) and Ian Lafrenière, Minister of Public Security for the province of Québec, announced the launch of the Assault-Style Firearms Compensation Program (ASFCP) to all eligible firearms owners nation-wide.

Public Safety Canada2026-01-17T13:15:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/01/government-of-canada-to-hold-a-technical-briefing-and-press-conference-on-the-assault-style-firearms-compensation-program.html

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, the Honourable Nathalie Provost, Secretary of State (Nature), and Ian Lafrenière, Québec Minister of Public Security; Minister Responsible for Relations with the First Nations and the Inuit, and Minister Responsible for Nord-du-Québec Region, for a press conference on the Assault-Style Firearms Compensation Program. They will be joined by law enforcement officials.

Public Safety Canada2026-01-16T12:49:50-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/01/combatting-extortion-roles-and-responsibilities.html

Local, provincial, and federal law enforcement agencies work together to combat extortion through a coordinated, multi-level approach. They share intelligence, and align investigations and enforcement strategies to disrupt criminal networks targeting businesses and residents. This collaboration leverages federal resources and local expertise to ensure a comprehensive response that reduces the impact of organized crime and protects communities.

Public Safety Canada2026-01-13T14:02:55-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/01/summit-brings-federal-provincial-and-local-leaders-together-to-combat-extortion-in-peel-region.html

Criminal networks use extortion to fund and exert control over illegal markets such as drug trafficking, auto theft, and firearms smuggling. These groups often use intimidation tactics through social media, and threats can turn violent – fueling gang activity and undermining public safety.

Public Safety Canada2026-01-13T13:43:50-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/01/minister-olszewski-approves-emergency-assistance-to-pimicikamak-cree-nation.html

Today, the Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada, issued the following statement:

Public Safety Canada2026-01-12T17:55:12-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/01/government-of-canada-invests-in-youth-gang-prevention-in-rexdale.html

Today, the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, and the Honourable John Zerucelli, Secretary of State for Labour, announced $1.89 million in funding to the United Nations Association in Canada for a new initiative aimed at reducing youth involvement in gangs and violent crime in Toronto’s Rexdale community through Public Safety Canada’s Youth Gang Prevention Fund.

Public Safety Canada2026-01-12T14:51:41-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/01/minister-anandasangaree-and-secretary-of-state-sahota-to-address-the-growing-threat-of-extortion-targeting-individuals-and-businesses.html

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, and the Honourable Ruby Sahota, Secretary of State for Combatting Crime, for a morning media opportunity and media availability following the summit on combatting extortion targeting individuals and businesses.

Public Safety Canada2026-01-12T14:32:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/01/government-of-canada-invests-in-youth-crime-prevention-in-scarborough.html

The Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, today announced over $1.16 million in federal support to the Malvern Family Resource Centre (MFRC) through the Crime Prevention Action Fund (CPAF).

Public Safety Canada2026-01-12T12:10:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/01/minister-anandasangaree-and-secretary-of-state-zerucelli-to-make-a-funding-announcement.html

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, and the Honourable John Zerucelli, Secretary of State for Labour, for an announcement about the Government of Canada’s efforts to support reducing youth involvement in gangs and violent crime in Toronto’s Rexdale community.

Public Safety Canada2026-01-09T14:06:17-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/01/minister-anandasangaree-to-make-an-announcement.html

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, for an announcement about the Government of Canada’s efforts to support at-risk youth in Scarborough.

Public Safety Canada2026-01-09T13:38:16-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/01/government-of-canada-invests-in-youth-crime-prevention-in-prince-george.html

The Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, today announced over $6.6 million in new investments through the Crime Prevention Action Fund (CPAF) for three Indigenous-led projects in Prince George, B.C.

Public Safety Canada2026-01-08T13:59:08-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/01/government-of-canada-and-government-of-quebec-will-work-together-to-implement-the-assault-style-firearms-compensation-program.html

Today, the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety and Ian Lafrenière, Minister of Public Security for the province of Québec, announced a financial contribution agreement that will support the implementation of the Assault-Style Firearms Compensation Program (ASFCP) in Québec.

Public Safety Canada2026-01-07T16:45:33-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2025/12/a-safer-stronger-border-year-in-review-2025.html

The Government of Canada today released a summary of its recent border-strengthening and modernization efforts, marking a year of unprecedented action and results as it continues to protect communities, strengthen trade, and uphold the integrity of the immigration system.

Public Safety Canada2025-12-31T13:58:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2025/12/government-of-canada-lists-four-new-terrorist-entities0.html

The Government of Canada is taking action to counter terrorism and violent extremism, in particular the radicalization of young people online, by adding four new organizations to the Criminal Code list of terrorist entities. These measures help protect Canadians and communities from intimidation, hate, and acts of violent extremism and terrorism.

Public Safety Canada2025-12-10T12:20:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2025/12/government-of-canada-lists-four-new-terrorist-entities.html

The Government of Canada lists 764, Maniac Murder Cult, Terrorgram Collective, and Islamic State-Mozambique as a terrorist entities.

Public Safety Canada2025-12-10T12:15:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2025/12/ministers-anandasangaree-anand-and-solomon-to-make-an-announcement.html

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, the Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, for an announcement on artificial intelligence.

Public Safety Canada2025-12-09T16:45:48-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2025/12/minister-olszewski-approves-emergency-assistance-to-inuit-community-in-nunavut.html

Today, the Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada, issued the following statement

Public Safety Canada2025-12-09T16:27:30-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2025/12/government-of-canada-announces-funding-for-community-reintegration-programs.html

The Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, today announced the launch of a Call for Applications for the Grants and Contributions Program to Voluntary Organizations, which will provide funding to non-profit organizations that offer programs that help individuals in the criminal justice system to reintegrate into society.

Public Safety Canada2025-12-08T16:20:15-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2025/12/statement-by-minister-anandasangaree-on-strengthening-firearms-regime.html

This week, regulations were tabled in Parliament that would support the full implementation of the mandatory licence refusal and revocation requirements brought into force in Spring 2025. Engagement is ongoing.

Public Safety Canada2025-12-04T20:20:47-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2025/12/government-of-canada-boosts-aerial-firefighting-capacity-to-protect-communities-from-wildfires.html

Wildfires in Canada are becoming more severe and are having lasting impacts on the lives of Canadians. Protecting our communities from these devastating wildfires requires bold approaches and committed, coordinated action from all levels of government.

Public Safety Canada2025-12-01T12:11:31-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2025/11/government-of-canada-to-boost-aerial-firefighting-capacity-to-protect-communities-from-wildfires.html

Members of the media are invited to join Anthony Housefather, Parliamentary Secretary to the Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada, for a press conference to highlight investment to lease aircraft that will bolster provincial and territorial aerial firefighting capacity and protect Canadians from increasingly severe wildfires.

Public Safety Canada2025-11-28T17:23:20-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2025/11/trilateral-summit-brings-leaders-together-to-combat-extortion-and-organized-crime.html

The Government of Canada and the province of British Columbia are taking decisive steps to address the growing threat of extortion targeting individuals and businesses in our communities. These crimes — often carried out using threats and intimidation through social media — can escalate to violence and are frequently linked to organized crime.

Public Safety Canada2025-11-28T16:04:28-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2025/11/government-of-canada-strengthens-the-future-of-federal-emergency-management.html

Every day, people in Canada are reminded that our world is changing. The risks to Canadians from natural disasters, made more frequent and more severe by climate change, are increasing.

Public Safety Canada2025-11-28T13:53:29-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2025/11/minister-anandasangaree-and-secretary-of-state-sahota-to-address-the-growing-threat-of-extortion-targeting-individuals-and-businesses.html

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, and the Honourable Ruby Sahota, Secretary of State for Combatting Crime, for an announcement on new funding to support victims of crime. They will be joined by provincial and municipal leaders, and law enforcement officials.

Public Safety Canada2025-11-27T18:02:33-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2025/11/government-of-canada-announces-over-37-million-in-funding-for-projects-to-help-prevent-firearm-related-harm.html

Today, the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, announced over $3.7 million in federal funding through the "Red Flag" Awareness Initiative.

Public Safety Canada2025-11-25T09:06:13-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2025/11/government-of-canada-announces-over-37-million-in-funding-for-projects-to-help-prevent-firearm-related-harm0.html

On November 25, 2025, the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, announced over $3.7 million in federal funding through the "Red Flag" Awareness Initiative.

Public Safety Canada2025-11-25T09:06:01-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2025/11/canada-advances-work-on-combatting-crime-and-preventing-threats-at-g7-interior-and-security-ministers-meeting.html

The Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, hosted the G7 Interior and Security Ministers’ Meeting in Ottawa, Ontario, from November 21 to 23, 2025.

Public Safety Canada2025-11-23T12:56:36-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2025/11/g7-interior-and-security-ministers-communique.html

G7 Interior and Security Ministers 2025 meeting communiqué, a summary of discussions regarding the complex challenges to the safety and security of G7 nations and a renewed commitment to uphold and protect the safety, security and resilience of G7 sovereign states.

Public Safety Canada2025-11-23T12:44:59-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2025/11/federal-provincial-and-territorial-ministers-responsible-for-emergency-management-meet-with-leaders-of-national-indigenous-organizations.html

Today, the Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada, and the Honourable Jill Dunlop, Ontario Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Response, issued the following statement:

Public Safety Canada2025-11-13T19:57:56-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2025/11/ministers-olszewski-and-dunlop-to-hold-a-press-conference-at-the-federal-provincial-territorial-fpt-meeting-on-emergency-management.html

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada, along with co-chair the Honourable Jill Dunlop, Ontario's Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Response, for a press conference during the FPT meeting of Ministers responsible for emergency management.

Public Safety Canada2025-11-10T15:38:35-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2025/11/minister-anandasangaree-highlights-budget-2025s-plan-to-build-strong-communities-in-hamilton.html

Today, the Member of Parliament for Scarborough—Guildwood—Rouge Park and Minister of Public Safety, the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, met with the Hamilton Downtown Family YMCA to highlight Budget 2025’s investments to support a wide range of infrastructure projects and help local communities build Canada Strong.

Public Safety Canada2025-11-08T09:10:59-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2025/11/minister-anandasangaree-to-highlight-federal-budget-investments-in-hamilton.html

The Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, will host an event in Hamilton to highlight federal budget infrastructure investments. He will be joined by Manny Figueiredo, President and Chief Executive Officer of YMCA Hamilton.

Public Safety Canada2025-11-07T11:00:10-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2025/10/minister-anandasangaree-welcomes-the-office-of-the-correctional-investigators-annual-report.html

The Correctional Investigator plays a vital role in Canada’s correctional system. His annual report offers important insights and recommendations to help ensure that federal corrections remain safe, humane, and accountable for inmates, staff, and the broader community.

Public Safety Canada2025-10-30T14:47:23-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2025/10/government-of-canada-provides-update-on-2025-wildfires-as-support-continues.html

Since April, the heightened risk and impacts have forced evacuations of more than 85,000 people, including over 45,000 people from 73 First Nations communities.

Public Safety Canada2025-10-30T10:19:41-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2025/10/our-shared-vision-and-commitment.html

The International Counter Ransomware Task Force (ICRTF), co-led by Australia and Lithuania, continued to uplift operationally-focused information sharing between members and promote efforts to disrupt ransomware criminals.

Public Safety Canada2025-10-28T12:44:57-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2025/10/canada-to-host-g7-interior-and-security-ministers-meeting.html

From Nov 21 to 23, as part of Canada’s G7 Presidency, Min Anandasangaree will host the Interior and Security Ministers’ Meeting in Ottawa, ON.

Public Safety Canada2025-10-21T15:36:56-04:00