Canada News Centre2026-09-11T10:04:52-04:00https://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/2026/09/mp-kelloway-to-announce-funding-to-support-efforts-in-preventing-gun-and-gang-violence-in-cape-breton.html

New Waterford, Nova Scotia – Members of the media are invited to join Mike Kelloway, Member of Parliament for Sydney—Glace Bay, on behalf of the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, for an announcement about the Government of Canada’s efforts to keep Canadian communities safe.

Public Safety Canada2026-09-11T10:04:52-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/09/government-of-canada-invests-in-youth-crime-prevention-in-edmonton.html

Today, the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, announced $2.2 million in federal funding for REACH Edmonton Council for Safe Communities to support a youth crime prevention project through the Crime Prevention Action Fund (CPAF).

Public Safety Canada2026-09-09T13:55:52-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/09/the-government-of-canada-extends-federal-fuel-excise-tax-relief-on-gasoline-diesel-and-aviation-fuels-for-canadians0.html

Today, the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety marked the announcement that the government is extending the temporary suspension of the federal fuel excise tax until January 31, 2027, and applying 50% of the regular excise tax rate from February 1 through March 31, 2027. This will bring down everyday costs for Canadians, including truckers and businesses in the food, agriculture, housing, construction, and delivery sectors.

Public Safety Canada2026-09-08T12:11:28-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/09/the-government-of-canada-extends-federal-fuel-excise-tax-relief-on-gasoline-diesel-and-aviation-fuels-for-canadians.html

The world is changing rapidly. The United States is imposing new tariffs on Canada, designed to hurt and divide us. At the same time, conflicts in Europe and the Middle East are driving up prices around the world. In response, Canada’s government is focused on what we can control: building a stronger, more independent, and more affordable country.

Public Safety Canada2026-09-08T10:33:58-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/09/minister-anandasangaree-to-highlight-affordability-measures-in-brantford.html

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, to highlight affordability measures introduced by the Government of Canada to help Canadians facing rising fuel costs.

Public Safety Canada2026-09-04T15:47:38-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/09/government-of-canada-matches-donations-to-the-red-cross-2026-manitoba-flood-appeal.html

Today, the Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada, announced that the Government of Canada is matching donations made to the Canadian Red Cross’ 2026 appeal for flooding in Manitoba.

Public Safety Canada2026-09-04T12:32:04-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/08/joint-statement-by-ministers-anandasangaree-and-fraser-on-the-final-report-from-the-progress-monitoring-committee.html

Today, the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, and the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, issued the following statement:

Public Safety Canada2026-08-31T10:51:10-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/08/government-of-canada-to-match-donations-to-the-red-cross-2026-british-columbia-wildfires-appeal.html

Today, the Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada, announced that the Government of Canada will match donations to the Canadian Red Cross’ 2026 British Columbia Wildfires Appeal in support of wildfires disaster relief and recovery efforts in British Columbia (B.C.).

Public Safety Canada2026-08-28T13:55:30-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/08/government-of-canada-announces-funding-for-indigenous-led-alternatives-to-incarceration-in-manitoba.html

Today, the Honourable Rebecca Chartrand, Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs and Minister responsible for the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency, on behalf of the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, announced $5 million in federal funding to the Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO) to support Indigenous-led alternatives to incarceration for First Nations individuals.

Public Safety Canada2026-08-27T14:25:32-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/08/the-government-of-canada-provides-an-update-regarding-the-2026-wildfire-season--august-update.html

As of today, there are 582 active wildfires nationally including 31 that are out of control, with full response. In total this season, there have been 4,793 fires and 4.1 million hectares burned. Last year we saw fewer fires at this time – 4,584 fires by mid-August - but a more significant number of hectares burned – 7.7 million.

Public Safety Canada2026-08-18T14:34:57-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/08/responding-to-canadas-2026-wildfire-season.html

Wildfires continue to impact communities across Canada. 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 Canada2026-08-18T14:34:45-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/08/government-of-canada-supports-search-and-rescue-in-quebec-by-investing-in-boating-safety-initiative.html

Today, on behalf of the Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance and National Revenue and Member of Parliament for Saint-Maurice–Champlain, Québec, announced $378,700 in funding to the Regional County Municipality of Les Chenaux (MRC des Chenaux) for their one-year initiative entitled Safe Navigation: Awareness, Prevention and Implementation of Boating Safety in the MRC des Chenaux.

Public Safety Canada2026-08-14T10:13:02-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/08/ministers-olszewski-and-gull-masty-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, and the Honourable Mandy Gull-Masty, Minister of Indigenous Services, as they provide an update on the forecast for the 2026 wildfires season.

Public Safety Canada2026-08-13T15:18:22-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/08/government-of-canada-invests-in-volunteer-search-and-rescue-across-canada-with-a-three-year-funding-agreement.html

Across Canada, thousands of search and rescue volunteers answer the call when people are lost, missing or in distress – often in remote and challenging conditions. Canada's diverse geography and vast wilderness areas require a strong and coordinated search and rescue system, and volunteers play a critical role in helping people when they need it most.

Public Safety Canada2026-08-13T12:13:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/08/minister-champagne-to-make-an-announcement-on-a-search-and-rescue-boating-safety-initiative-in-the-mrc-des-chenaux-quebec.html

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance and National Revenue, 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 a search and rescue and boating safety initiative in the MRC des Chenaux, Quebec.

Public Safety Canada2026-08-12T12:15:31-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/08/minister-olszewski-to-make-an-announcement-supporting-volunteer-search-and-rescue-across-canada.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, and the Honourable Rebecca Alty, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, for an announcement regarding initiatives that support volunteer search and rescue organizations and help strengthen search and rescue capacity across Canada.

Public Safety Canada2026-08-12T11:30:12-04:00https://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 Canada2026-05-22T11:09:34-04:00