Canada News Centre2026-08-04T11:10:01-04:00https://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/2026/08/government-of-canada-establishes-foreign-influence-registry.html

In a rapidly changing world, Canadians deserve to feel confident about the integrity of their country’s democratic institutions and processes, including knowing when foreign states and actors are trying to influence public life.

Public Safety Canada2026-08-04T11:10:01-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/07/government-of-canada-announces-funding-to-support-those-affected-by-the-tumbler-ridge-tragedy.html

The Government of Canada is providing more than $4 million in federal funding to support those affected by the tragedy that occurred in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, in February 2026.

Public Safety Canada2026-07-31T15:00:56-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/07/statement-from-minister-anandasangaree-on-world-day-against-trafficking-in-persons-2026.html

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

Public Safety Canada2026-07-30T10:01:33-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/07/government-of-canada-invests-in-youth-gang-prevention-in-kelowna.html

Today, the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, announced $1.68 million in federal funding over five years to the Strong Roots Initiative: “Empowering Youth, Families and our Community for Safer Futures” project to be implemented by the Childhood Connections - Okanagan Family and Childcare Society in Kelowna, British Columbia, through the Youth Gang Prevention Fund (YGPF).

Public Safety Canada2026-07-27T15:07:46-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/07/government-of-canada-invests-in-gun-violence-prevention-in-new-westminster-british-columbia.html

Today, the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, announced up to $1.04 million in funding to support gun and gang violence prevention in New Westminster, British Columbia.

Public Safety Canada2026-07-27T11:33:38-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/07/minister-anandasangaree-to-announce-funding-to-support-efforts-in-preventing-gun-and-gang-violence-in-new-westminster.html

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, along with Jake Sawatzky Member of Parliament for New Westminster-Burnaby-Maillardville, and His Worship Patrick Johnstone, Mayor for the City of New Westminster, for an announcement about the Government of Canada’s efforts to keep Canadian communities safe.

Public Safety Canada2026-07-24T12:15:23-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/07/government-of-canada-supports-inclusive-volunteer-recruitment-and-strengthens-water-and-shoreline-search-and-rescue-response-in-saskatchewan.html

Today, the Honourable Buckley Belanger, Secretary of State for Rural Development, on behalf of the Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada, announced approximately $1.15 million for two search and rescue projects led by the Search and Rescue Saskatchewan Association of Volunteers (SARSAV).

Public Safety Canada2026-07-09T16:14:29-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/07/the-government-of-canada-provides-an-update-regarding-the-2026-wildfire-season--july-update.html

Today, the Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada, joined by Corey Hogan, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, and Ginette Lavack, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Indigenous Services provided an update on the worsening wildfire situation in Canada.

Public Safety Canada2026-07-09T12:14:28-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/07/wildfire-information-and-seasonal-preparedness-tips-for-canadians.html

The Government of Canada’s Wildfires 2026 web page includes vital information about programs, policies and initiatives to keep Canadians informed about the ongoing wildfire situation across the country.

Public Safety Canada2026-07-09T12:06:38-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/07/secretary-of-state-belanger-to-announce-support-for-search-and-rescue-volunteer-recruitment-and-water-response-in-saskatchewan.html

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Buckley Belanger, Secretary of State for Rural Development, on behalf of the Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada, for an announcement regarding Government of Canada support for inclusive search and rescue volunteer recruitment and strengthened water and shoreline response in Saskatchewan.

Public Safety Canada2026-07-08T13:33:13-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/07/minister-olszewski-and-parliamentary-secretaries-lavack-and-hogan-to-provide-an-update-on-canadas-2026-wildfire-season.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, Ginette Lavack, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Indigenous Services, and Corey Hogan, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, as they provide an update on the forecast for the 2026 wildfires season.

Public Safety Canada2026-07-08T09:07:32-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/07/minister-olszewski-approves-emergency-assistance-with-the-response-and-recovery-from-the-significant-flooding-in-the-province-of-manitoba.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 Canada2026-07-05T19:06:25-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/06/secretary-of-state-sahota-highlights-launch-of-national-food-security-strategy.html

Backed by more than $3 billion in investments over 10 years, this strategy will drive productivity and innovation, support independent grocers, and create greater competition across Canada’s food system to help lower prices for Canadians.

Public Safety Canada2026-06-29T08:59:55-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/06/government-of-canada-invests-in-youth-crime-prevention-in-nunavut.html

Today, Jacques Ramsay, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Public Safety, on behalf of the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, announced $1.59 million in federal support to the Department of Justice of the Government of Nunavut for a youth crime prevention project through the Crime Prevention Action Fund (CPAF).

Public Safety Canada2026-06-26T15:48:40-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/06/minister-anandasangaree-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 Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, on behalf of the Honourable Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, highlighted the launch of the National Food Security Strategy.

Public Safety Canada2026-06-26T12:59:50-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/06/canada-signs-a-memorandum-of-understanding-on-public-safety-cooperation-with-qatar.html

Today, the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on public safety cooperation between Public Safety Canada and the Ministry of Interior of the State of Qatar.

Public Safety Canada2026-06-25T19:00:09-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/06/minister-anandasangaree-to-highlight-launch-of-national-food-security-strategy-in-scarborough.html

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, on behalf of the Honourable Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, to highlight the launch of the National Food Security Strategy in Scarborough and the Government of Canada’s efforts to build a more affordable and resilient food system.

Public Safety Canada2026-06-25T14:03:24-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/06/parliamentary-secretary-ramsay-to-announce-federal-support-for-youth-crime-prevention-in-nunavut.html

Members of the media are invited to join Jacques Ramsay, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Public Safety, on behalf of the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, for a funding announcement under the Crime Prevention Action Fund to underscore the Government of Canada's efforts to support youth crime prevention initiatives in Nunavut.

Public Safety Canada2026-06-25T13:35:54-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/06/minister-anandasangaree-announces-investment-to-strengthen-canadas-maritime-security-in-the-great-lakes.html

Today, Minister Anandasangaree highlighted an $816M investment over seven years to strengthen maritime security and expand the Canadian Coast Guard’s role in monitoring Canada’s waters.

Public Safety Canada2026-06-25T13:09:58-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/06/minister-olszewski-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.

Public Safety Canada2026-06-24T11:05:59-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/06/minister-anandasangaree-to-highlight-investments-in-the-canadian-coast-guard-in-great-lakes.html

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, along with Chris Bittle, Member of Parliament for St. Catharines, to highlight new security provisions for the Canadian Coast Guard under the Strengthening Canada’s Immigration System and Borders Act.

Public Safety Canada2026-06-24T10:02:03-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/06/minister-olszewski-to-highlight-launch-of-national-food-security-strategy-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 Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, to highlight the launch of the National Food Security Strategy in Edmonton and the Government of Canada’s efforts to build a more affordable and resilient food system.

Public Safety Canada2026-06-23T12:25:39-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/06/government-of-canada-appoints-new-interim-correctional-investigator.html

Today, the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, announced the appointment of Valerie Phillips as Interim Correctional Investigator of Canada.

Public Safety Canada2026-06-18T11:05:02-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/06/government-of-canada-strengthens-cyber-security-and-critical-infrastructure-with-royal-assent-of-bill-c8.html

The Government of Canada is committed to protecting the critical infrastructure and digital systems that people in Canada rely on.

Public Safety Canada2026-06-16T09:28:01-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/06/the-government-of-canada-provides-an-update-regarding-the-2026-wildfire-season--june-update.html

The 2026 wildfire season began more slowly than in 2023 or 2025 which were the worst and second worst wildfire seasons in Canadian history.

Public Safety Canada2026-06-11T15:18:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/06/government-of-canada-opens-a-preclearance-facility-at-vancouver-pacific-central-rail-station.html

The Minister of Public Safety, the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, and the Minister of Transport, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, today announced the conversion of the first railway location in Canada to preclearance, at the Vancouver Pacific Central Rail Station in British Columbia.

Public Safety Canada2026-06-10T12:31:39-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/06/firearms-compensation-program-for-businesses-closes--amnesty-period-extended-due-to-the-supreme-court-of-canada-process.html

The Government of Canada continues to move forward with a comprehensive approach to strengthen community safety and address firearms violence and crime.

Public Safety Canada2026-06-09T16:10:34-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/06/amnesty-orders-extensions.html

The Government of Canada is confident in its decision to prohibit assault-style firearms because of the risk they pose to public safety. By extending the amnesty period, the Government is providing certainty to owners and businesses that they will continue to be protected from criminal liability while the Supreme Court hears the appeal and renders its decision.

Public Safety Canada2026-06-09T16:10:15-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/05/the-government-of-canada-provides-update-on-the-2026-wildfire-season-preparedness-and-forecast.html

Today, The Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada, joined by the Honourable Julie Dabrusin, Minister of the Environment, Climate Change and Nature, the Honourable Mandy Gull-Masty, Minister of Indigenous Services, and Corey Hogan, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, delivered an update on Canada’s wildfire preparedness and the forecast for the 2026 wildfire season.

Public Safety Canada2026-05-28T12:38:04-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/05/the-government-of-canada-updates-on-the-2026-wildfire-season-preparedness-and-outlook.html

Forward-looking forecasts indicate above-normal temperatures for nearly all Canadian regions for June, July and August. During this period, there are signals for below normal precipitation over northwestern Ontario, while the Northwest Territories and Northern Alberta could receive higher-than-normal precipitation.

Public Safety Canada2026-05-28T12:28:30-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/05/ministers-olszewski-dabrusin-gull-masty-and-parliamentary-secretary-hogan-to-provide-an-update-on-canadas-2026-wildfire-season-preparedness-and-out.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, the Honourable Julie Dabrusin, Minister of the Environment, Climate Change and Nature, the Honourable Mandy Gull-Masty, Minister of Indigenous Services, and Corey Hogan, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, as they provide an update on Canada’s preparedness for extreme weather events and the outlook for the 2026 wildfire season.

Public Safety Canada2026-05-26T11:47:38-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/05/government-of-canada-funds-10-new-wildfire-firefighting-aircraft-and-two-firefighting-support-assets-to-boost-nationwide-response-capacity.html

Provincial and territorial wildfire agencies can now request access to deploy four aerial firefighting air tankers, one birddog plane, five heavy lift helicopters, and two support assets via CIFFC. These assets will increase national aerial surge capacity by improving provincial and territorial access to aircraft during periods of elevated wildfire activity.

Public Safety Canada2026-05-25T11:18:58-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/05/pan-canadian-aerial-asset-program.html

The Government of Canada is investing $316.7 million over five years to increase Canada’s aerial wildfire firefighting capacity.

Public Safety Canada2026-05-25T11:18:41-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/05/minister-olszewski-to-announce-measures-to-strengthen-canadas-areal-wildfire-firefighting-response-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, and Corey Hogan, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, for an announcement to strengthen Canada’s wildfire response capacity and better protect communities across the country from the increasing threat of wildfires.

Public Safety Canada2026-05-22T11:09:34-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/05/minister-olszewski-announces-disaster-recovery-funding-for-the-2016-fort-mcmurray-wildfires.html

As Canada marks ten years since the devastating 2016 Fort McMurray wildfires, the Government of Canada recognizes the strength and resilience demonstrated by the people of Fort McMurray, surrounding communities, Indigenous partners, and first responders in the face of widespread destruction.

Public Safety Canada2026-05-20T14:25:23-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/05/breakdown-of-disaster-financial-assistance-arrangements-payments-for-the-2016-fort-mcmurray-wildfires.html

The Government of Canada has provided the Province of Alberta two payments, totaling $385,394,638 through the Disaster Financial Assistance Arrangements (DFAA) program to assist with the recovery costs associated with the 2016 Fort McMurray wildfires.

Public Safety Canada2026-05-20T14:24:55-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/05/government-of-canada-invests-in-youth-crime-prevention-in-edmundston.html

Today, Guillaume Deschênes-Thériault, Member of Parliament for Madawaska-Restigouche, on behalf of Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree, announced $563,521 in funding to the Northwest Regional Service Commission (NWRSC) through the Crime Prevention Action Fund (CPAF).

Public Safety Canada2026-05-20T08:36:08-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/05/mp-deschenes-theriault-to-make-a-funding-announcement-related-to-at-risk-youth-in-new-brunswick.html

Members of the media are invited to join Guillaume Deschênes-Thériault, Member of Parliament for Madawaska—Restigouche, on behalf of the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, for an announcement about the Government of Canada’s efforts to support at-risk youth in the northwestern region of New Brunswick.

Public Safety Canada2026-05-19T15:04:04-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/05/minister-olszewski-to-scrum-provide-remarks-highlighting-10-years-since-the-fort-mcmurray-wildfire-and-make-an-announcement-to-alberta.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, as she marks the 10th anniversary of the Fort McMurray wildfire and makes an announcement related to disaster recovery funding in Alberta.

Public Safety Canada2026-05-19T13:01:09-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/05/government-of-canada-invests-in-crime-prevention-in-calgary.html

Today, Corey Hogan, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources and Member of Parliament for Calgary Confederation, on behalf of the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, announced $3.35 million in federal funding to two Calgary organizations for projects supporting crime prevention among Indigenous communities.

Public Safety Canada2026-05-13T12:45:06-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/05/in-winnipeg-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 Canada2026-05-13T10:26:47-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/05/parliamentary-secretary-hogan-to-make-a-funding-announcement.html

Members of the media are invited to join Corey Hogan, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources and Member of Parliament for Calgary Confederation, on behalf of the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, for an announcement about the Government of Canada’s efforts to support crime prevention among Indigenous communities.

Public Safety Canada2026-05-12T17:43:48-04:00https://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 Canada2026-02-19T14:55:31-05:00