Canada News Centre2026-09-10T16:32:41-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/news.htmlhttps://www.canada.ca/etc/designs/canada/wet-boew/assets/wmms-blk.svghttps://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/09/secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-to-make-an-announcement-on-building-canada-strong-through-sport.html

A country that comes together through sport is a country united. Secretary of State van Koeverden will be in Alberta to make a key announcement

Canadian Heritage2026-09-10T16:30:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/09/secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-to-make-announcement-on-building-canada-strong-through-ontario-sport.html

A country that comes together through sport is a country united. Secretary of State van Koeverden will be in the Greater Toronto Area to make a sport infrastructure announcement and take part in a Wheelchair Basketball Try-It Day.

Canadian Heritage2026-09-02T08:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/08/secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-to-make-announcement-on-building-canada-strong-through-ontario-sport.html

A country that comes together through sport is a country united. Secretary of State van Koeverden will be in the Greater Toronto Area to make a sport infrastructure announcement and take part in a series of Try-It Days

Canadian Heritage2026-08-31T15:45:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/08/government-of-canada-supports-soccer-in-beardys--okemasis-cree-nation.html

Secretary of State van Koeverden announces a new, free-to-use soccer pitch in Beardy’s & Okemasis’ Cree Nation, Treaty 6 Territory, Saskatchewan. This builds on the work of the Government of Canada and Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities to build 25 pitches across the country, creating more places for kids to play and participate in sport, from playground to podium

Canadian Heritage2026-08-28T10:50:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/08/secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-to-announce-support-for-saskatchewan-sport.html

Secretary of State van Koeverden will be in Saskatchewan to announce Government of Canada support for community soccer and highlight the importance of sport

Canadian Heritage2026-08-27T14:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/08/secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-to-announce-new-investment-in-sport-in-the-greater-toronto-area.html

The federal government is Building Canada Strong through Sport

Canadian Heritage2026-08-26T08:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/08/secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-to-announce-new-investments-in-sport-and-physical-activity-in-the-greater-toronto-area.html

The federal government is Building Canada Strong through Sport

Canadian Heritage2026-08-24T13:30:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/08/secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-celebrates-unforgettable-special-olympics-canada-2026-summer-games.html

The Government of Canada marks the closing of the 2026 Special Olympics Summer Games in Medicine Hat, Alberta, which saw more than 1,700 athletes from across the country compete in 10 sports, highlighting excellence, determination and the power of sport to bring people together.

Canadian Heritage2026-08-15T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/08/secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-announces-support-for-a-series-of-international-sport-events-in-canada.html

The Government of Canada is supporting a series of international sport events across the country this summer, bringing Canadians together and showcasing the strength and diversity of our communities

Canadian Heritage2026-08-12T15:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/08/secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-marks-opening-of-the-2026-special-olympics-canada-summer-games-in-medicine-hat.html

The five-day Special Olympics Canada Summer Games in Medicine Hat, Alberta, will bring together more than 1,700 participants from across Canada to compete in 10 sports, celebrating excellence, determination and the power sport has to bring Canadians together

Canadian Heritage2026-08-11T13:30:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/07/secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-congratulates-team-canada-as-the-glasgow-2026-commonwealth-games-come-to-an-end.html

Team Canada proudly represented our country at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games

Canadian Heritage2026-08-02T10:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/07/federal-investments-support-canadas-sport-system-in-alberta-from-playground-to-podium.html

The Honourable Adam van Koeverden, Secretary of State (Sport), concluded a two-day tour of Calgary and Canmore, where he met with young participants, inspiring athletes, coaches, volunteers and sport leaders, and highlighted federal investments supporting sport and recreation in Alberta.

Canadian Heritage2026-07-29T15:45:48-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/07/government-of-canada-supports-soccer-in-calgary-and-across-the-country.html

Secretary of State van Koeverden announces commitment for a new community soccer pitch in Calgary. Federal funding supports Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities’ initiative to build as many as 25 community soccer pitches across Canada, ensuring more kids can participate in sport, from the playground to the podium.

Canadian Heritage2026-07-28T10:57:26-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/07/government-of-canada-supports-2026-iwbf-wheelchair-basketball-world-championships-building-on-canadas-sport-hosting-legacy.html

Canada's Year of Sport continues as the federal government provides funding for the 2026 IWBF Wheelchair Basketball World Championships in Ottawa.

Canadian Heritage2026-07-27T15:00:03-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/07/secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-announces-strengthened-support-for-canadian-athletes.html

The Government of Canada is enhancing the Athlete Assistance Program, making it easier for Canadian athletes to focus on training, competition and success on the world stage

Canadian Heritage2026-07-27T12:30:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/07/minister-miller-and-secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-mark-the-start-of-the-glasgow-2026-commonwealth-games-and-announce-financial-support-for-team-.html

From July 23 to August 2, Team Canada will proudly represent our country at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. Through Sport Canada funding, the federal government is supporting Canadian athletes as they compete on the world stage.

Canadian Heritage2026-07-23T10:57:19-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/07/statement-by-secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-on-canadas-success-and-legacy-as-a-fifa-world-cup-2026-host.html

Canada delivers the largest and most ambitious FIFA World Cup™ in the competition’s history, capturing the world’s attention while growing participation in sport, supporting the economy, and building on our hosting legacy.

Canadian Heritage2026-07-19T10:57:08-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/07/secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-announces-support-for-a-series-of-international-sport-events-in-canada.html

The Government of Canada is supporting a series of international sport events across the country this summer, bringing Canadians together and showcasing the strength and diversity of our communities.

Canadian Heritage2026-07-08T14:59:59-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/07/secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-celebrates-defining-moments-in-canadas-fifa-world-cup-2026-hosting.html

Secretary of State Adam van Koeverden attended a knockout-stage match in Vancouver and highlighted Canada’s successful hosting of the FIFA World Cup 2026™, the historic achievements of Canada Soccer’s Men’s National Team and the tournament’s reach across the country

Canadian Heritage2026-07-08T08:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-finance/news/2026/07/secretary-of-state-long-highlights-investment-in-indigenous-sport-programs-to-empower-first-nations-inuit-and-metis-communities.html

Today, the Honourable Wayne Long, Secretary of State (Canada Revenue Agency and Financial Institutions), highlighted the program’s $227,071 investment in the Nistawoyou Association Friendship Centre to help it deliver Indigenous-led sport and recreation projects that will support the community’s health and well-being. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Adam van Koeverden, Secretary of State (Sport).

Department of Finance Canada2026-07-06T12:16:27-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/07/secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-to-attend-historic-match-in-vancouver.html

The Secretary of State will attend the Switzerland vs. Colombia match to highlight Canada’s role as a host country for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ and the importance of the tournament for Canadians

Canadian Heritage2026-07-06T12:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/07/canadas-capital-to-welcome-soccer-fans-to-a-free-watch-party-at-lebreton-flats-park-in-partnership-with-the-city-of-ottawa.html

Fans are invited to gather in Canada’s Capital as the Canada Soccer’s Men’s National Team competes in the Round of 16 of the FIFA World Cup 2026™

Canadian Heritage2026-07-02T15:05:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/07/speaking-notes-for-the-honourable-adam-van-koeverden-secretary-of-state-sport-at-the-2026-annual-coc-session-meeting-by-the-canadian-olympic-committee.html

Secretary of State van Koeverden delivers remarks at the 2026 Annual COC Session Meeting by the Canadian Olympic Committee

Canadian Heritage2026-07-02T14:40:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/07/government-of-canada-to-host-free-watch-party-for-fans-to-cheer-on-canada-soccers-mens-national-team-in-partnership-with-the-city-of-ottawa-at-lebr.html

The Government of Canada has partnered with the City of Ottawa to host a free watch party for the Canada vs. Morocco game. Fans are invited to gather in Canada’s capital as our Men’s National Team competes in a historic FIFA World Cup™ Round of 16 match

Canadian Heritage2026-07-01T16:20:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/06/member-of-parliament-darren-fisher-to-highlight-government-of-canada-support-to-canoe-kayak-canada-for-the-2026-icf-junior--u23-canoe-sprint-world-.html

The Government of Canada is supporting a series of international sport events across the country this summer, bringing Canadians together and showcasing the strength and diversity of our communities

Canadian Heritage2026-06-29T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/06/government-of-canada-supports-soccer-in-surrey-and-across-the-country.html

Federal funding is supporting Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities’ initiative to build 25 community soccer pitches across Canada. Surrey has been selected as the site of the first pitch in Western Canada, where the Honourable Adam van Koeverden, Secretary of State (Sport), joined the City of Surrey, community partners and locals to celebrate the milestone and take to the field

Canadian Heritage2026-06-25T14:50:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/06/secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-to-highlight-support-for-soccer.html

Secretary of State Adam van Koeverden will join Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities and the City of Surrey to highlight the Government of Canada’s support for community soccer

Canadian Heritage2026-06-24T12:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/06/secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-presents-peace-tower-flag-to-canada-soccers-mens-national-team-as-they-continue-to-make-canada-proud-at-the-mens-f.html

Secretary of State van Koeverden presents Peace Tower flag to Canada Soccer’s Men’s National Team as they continue to make Canada proud at the men’s FIFA World Cup 2026™

Canadian Heritage2026-06-24T09:01:33-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/06/secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-meets-with-his-counterparts-minister-of-sport-adje-silas-metch-of-cote-divoire-and-state-minister-for-sport-and-vo.html

The Honourable Adam van Koeverden, Secretary of State (Sport), and Canada’s FIFA Sherpa, met with Minister of Sport Adjé Silas Metch of Côte d’Ivoire and State Minister for Sport and Volunteering Dr. Christiane Schenderlein of Germany. They discussed Canada’s FIFA World Cup 2026™ hosting efforts, as well as shared priorities and opportunities for collaboration to advance sport.

Canadian Heritage2026-06-22T14:45:57-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/06/canada-hosts-first-ever-mens-fifa-world-cuptm-match-on-home-soil-statement-by-secretary-of-state-van-koeverden.html

Fans from coast to coast to coast are uniting to celebrate another landmark moment for sport in Canada

Canadian Heritage2026-06-12T11:11:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/06/government-of-canada-supports-youth-soccer-and-community-celebrations-ahead-of-canadas-final-send-off-match.html

The Government of Canada is helping young players, families and communities take part in Canada’s final send-off match before the FIFA World Cup 2026™

Canadian Heritage2026-06-05T14:50:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/06/secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-to-attend-canadas-mens-national-team-final-friendly-match-in-montreal-ahead-of-the-fifa-world-cup-2026.html

The Government of Canada continues to support youth soccer experiences and community celebrations in the lead-up to the FIFA World Cup 2026™

Canadian Heritage2026-06-04T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/06/government-of-canada-supports-youth-soccer-and-community-celebrations-ahead-of-canadas-friendly-match-in-edmonton.html

The Government of Canada is helping young Canadians and communities across the country experience the excitement of soccer as Canada prepares to co-host the FIFA World Cup 2026™.

Canadian Heritage2026-06-01T17:00:16-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/06/government-of-canada-invests-228-million-in-indigenous-sport-programs-to-empower-first-nations-inuit-and-metis-communities.html

More sport opportunities for Indigenous communities across the country.

Canadian Heritage2026-06-01T13:31:40-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/06/backgrounder-20262028-sport-for-social-development-in-indigenous-communities-stream-three-funding-recipients.html

More sport opportunities for Indigenous communities across the country

Canadian Heritage2026-06-01T13:30:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/06/backgrounder-20262028-sport-for-social-development-in-indigenous-communities-stream-one-funding-recipients.html

More sport opportunities for Indigenous communities across the country

Canadian Heritage2026-06-01T13:30:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/06/backgrounder-20262028-sport-for-social-development-in-indigenous-communities-stream-two-funding-recipients.html

More sport opportunities for Indigenous communities across the country

Canadian Heritage2026-06-01T13:30:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/05/secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-to-attend-canadas-mens-national-team-friendly-soccer-match-in-edmonton.html

The Government of Canada continues to support youth soccer experiences and community celebrations in the lead-up of the FIFA World Cup 2026™

Canadian Heritage2026-05-31T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/05/secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-to-announce-funding-for-indigenous-led-sport-initiatives-across-canada.html

Further sport opportunities for Indigenous peoples across the country

Canadian Heritage2026-05-31T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/05/canada-honours-milano-cortina-2026-olympic-and-paralympic-winter-games-athletes-in-ottawa.html

The Government of Canada celebrates athletes who represented Team Canada at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games

Canadian Heritage2026-05-27T15:30:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/05/celebrating-canadas-milano-cortina-2026-olympic-and-paralympic-winter-games-athletes.html

The Government of Canada will celebrate the achievements of athletes who represented Canada at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games

Canadian Heritage2026-05-25T13:00:07-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/05/secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-advances-international-collaboration-during-un-visit-ahead-of-world-football-day.html

Secretary of State van Koeverden meets with Mexico and United States counterparts to discuss shared priorities ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026™

Canadian Heritage2026-05-23T10:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/05/government-of-canada-supports-community-soccer-celebrations-across-canada-as-the-country-prepares-to-host-the-fifa-world-cup-2026.html

Through a special initiative, the Government of Canada supports hundreds of communities across the country by bringing soccer into local celebrations so that more Canadians can experience the energy of Canada co-hosting the FIFA World Cup 2026

Canadian Heritage2026-05-22T12:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/05/secretary-of-state-adam-van-koeverden-to-participate-in-un-engagements-ahead-of-world-football-day.html

Secretary of State Adam van Koeverden will also hold a trilateral meeting with his United States and Mexico counterparts ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026™

Canadian Heritage2026-05-21T15:30:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/05/secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-highlights-generational-sport-investments-in-kitchener-waterloo.html

Visit focused on strengthening community sport from playground to podium

Canadian Heritage2026-05-12T17:29:55-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/05/secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-to-participate-in-community-sport-roundtable-in-mississauga.html

The roundtable will bring together diverse community sport and para-sport organizations

Canadian Heritage2026-05-12T14:33:38-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/05/secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-to-highlight-spring-economic-update-2026-sport-investments-in-kitchenerwaterloo.html

Visit will focus on strengthening community sport from playground to podium

Canadian Heritage2026-05-11T16:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/05/secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-highlights-sport-investments-from-spring-economic-update-2026-canada-strong-for-all-to-build-stronger-and-safer-co.html

More sport opportunities for all Canadians

Canadian Heritage2026-05-02T10:30:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/05/secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-to-highlight-spring-economic-update-2026-sport-investments-in-milton.html

Secretary of State van Koeverden will present Spring Economic Update 2026 sport investments to build stronger and safer communities

Canadian Heritage2026-05-01T15:45:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/04/speaking-notes-for-the-honourable-adam-van-koeverden-secretary-of-state-sport---highlights-sport-investments-from-spring-economic-update-2026.html

Secretary of State van Koeverden highlights sport investments from Spring Economic Update 2026...

Canadian Heritage2026-04-29T18:10:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/04/secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-highlights-sport-investments-from-spring-economic-update-2026-canada-strong-for-all-to-build-stronger-and-safer-co.html

More sport opportunities for all Canadians

Canadian Heritage2026-04-29T12:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/04/secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-to-highlight-spring-economic-update-2026-investments-in-vancouver.html

Secretary of State van Koeverden to present Spring Economic Update 2026 investments to build stronger and safer communities

Canadian Heritage2026-04-28T20:05:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/04/secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-to-announce-mental-health-funding-for-national-athletes-and-coaches.html

The Government of Canada is strengthening mental health supports to help Team Canada perform at their best and thrive beyond sport

Canadian Heritage2026-04-23T08:55:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/03/statement-from-secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-on-the-international-olympic-committee-decision-regarding-transgender-women-athletes.html

The Government of Canada believes in a sport system that provides opportunities for all Canadians, including the transgender community, to participate in sport and excel without discrimination

Canadian Heritage2026-03-27T18:53:18-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/03/secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-statement-on-the-final-report-of-the-future-of-sport-in-canada-commission.html

The Government of Canada welcomes the report’s insights, acknowledges the voices that shaped it, and commits to action to strengthen safe sport in Canada

Canadian Heritage2026-03-24T12:05:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/03/secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-announces-investments-to-strengthen-safety-integrity-and-transparency-across-the-canadian-sport-system.html

Funding will support Sport Integrity Canada and over 70 Canadian sport organizations to make sport safer and more inclusive for all participants

Canadian Heritage2026-03-20T15:05:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/03/secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-and-minister-hajdu-congratulate-the-canadian-paralympic-team-as-the-milano-cortina-2026-paralympic-winter-games-co.html

The Honourable Adam van Koeverden, Secretary of State (Sport), and the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario, celebrate the Canadian Paralympic Team’s accomplishments as the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games come to an end

Canadian Heritage2026-03-15T15:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/03/statement-by-secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-minister-chartrand-and-minister-miller-on-the-closing-of-the-arctic-winter-games-in-whitehorse.html

The Honourable Adam van Koeverden, Secretary of State (Sport), the Honourable Rebecca Chartrand, Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs and Minister responsible for the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency, and the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture and Minister responsible for Official Languages, celebrate the athletes and all those who made the Arctic Winter Games a success

Canadian Heritage2026-03-14T16:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/03/statement-by-secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-and-minister-chartrand-on-the-opening-of-the-arctic-winter-games-in-whitehorse.html

The Honourable Adam van Koeverden, Secretary of State (Sport), and the Honourable Rebecca Chartrand, Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs and Minister responsible for the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency, celebrate the opening of the Whitehorse 2026 Arctic Winter Games

Canadian Heritage2026-03-08T16:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/03/member-of-parliament-brendan-hanley-highlights-government-of-canada-investment-ahead-of-the-2026-arctic-winter-games.html

With the 2026 Arctic Winter Games set to begin in Whitehorse, Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament (Yukon), is highlighting the Government of Canada’s $2,665,000 investment and the facilities that have benefited from this support

Canadian Heritage2026-03-06T17:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/03/secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-cheers-on-the-canadian-paralympic-team-at-the-milano-cortina-2026-paralympic-winter-games.html

The Canadian Paralympic Team will proudly represent our country at the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games from March 6-15

Canadian Heritage2026-03-06T15:22:23-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/03/secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-to-attend-the-milano-cortina-2026-paralympic-winter-games-to-cheer-on-the-canadian-paralympic-team.html

The Honourable Adam van Koeverden, Secretary of State (Sport), will attend Canada’s Paralympic House celebrations and cheer on Canadian athletes at the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games

Canadian Heritage2026-03-04T09:56:03-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-quebec-regions/news/2026/02/government-of-canada-supports-2027-canada-games.html

Close to $12 million is being granted to the 2027 Canada Games Host Society to hold the 60th edition of the event.

Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions2026-02-27T10:28:09-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/02/secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-congratulates-team-canada-on-its-performance-at-the-milano-cortina-2026-olympic-winter-games.html

The Honourable Adam van Koeverden, Secretary of State (Sport), celebrates Team Canada’s accomplishments as the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games conclude

Canadian Heritage2026-02-22T11:25:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/02/secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-cheers-on-team-canada-as-milano-cortina-2026-olympic-winter-games-begin.html

Team Canada will proudly represent our country at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games from February 6-22

Canadian Heritage2026-02-06T10:20:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/01/secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-to-attend-the-milano-cortina-2026-olympic-winter-games-to-cheer-on-team-canada.html

Secretary of State Adam van Koeverden will represent the Government of Canada at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games

Canadian Heritage2026-02-04T08:30:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/01/message-from-minister-miller-to-canadians-as-national-flag-of-canada-day-approaches.html

Together, let’s Celebrate Canada’s flag

Canadian Heritage2026-02-02T10:46:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/01/secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-to-visit-vancouver-ahead-of-the-fifa-world-cup-26.html

The Secretary of State (Sport) and Canada’s FIFA Sherpa will meet with key partners in Vancouver to strengthen coordination ahead of the FIFA World Cup 26™.

Canadian Heritage2026-01-29T11:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/01/secretary-of-state-adam-van-koeverden-to-highlight-upcoming-milano-cortina-2026-olympic-and-paralympic-winter-games-and-2027-canada-winter-games.html

Secretary of State van Koeverden to highlight upcoming Winter Games

Canadian Heritage2026-01-21T18:32:32-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2025/12/the-government-of-canada-continues-to-advance-preparations-for-the-fifa-world-cup-26.html

Secretary of State Adam van Koeverden concluded a series of meetings and events in the United States and Mexico, aimed at strengthening collaboration in the lead-up to next year’s tournament

Canadian Heritage2025-12-18T08:40:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2025/12/secretary-of-state-adam-van-koeverden-to-visit-mexico-to-advance-collaboration-ahead-of-fifa-world-cup-26.html

The Honourable Adam van Koeverden, Secretary of State (Sport) and Canada’s FIFA Sherpa, will meet with key partners in Mexico to strengthen coordination for the FIFA World Cup 26™.

Canadian Heritage2025-12-12T13:50:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2025/11/secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-highlights-canadas-new-climate-competitiveness-strategy.html

Canada must take action to fight climate change, drive down emissions, and invest in building the economy of the future.

Canadian Heritage2025-11-09T16:00:47-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2025/11/secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-to-highlight-federal-budget-investments-in-climate-competitiveness-strategy-assignments.html

Government of Canada takes action to build a Canadian low-carbon economy

Canadian Heritage2025-11-07T16:20:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2025/10/secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-announces-funding-to-celebrate-canadas-sporting-legacy.html

The Government of Canada announces historic support for Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame to preserve and celebrate the legacy of the country’s sporting heroes

Canadian Heritage2025-10-29T18:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2025/10/secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-announces-funding-to-support-mental-health-of-national-team-athletes-and-coaches.html

Funding will help ensure continuation of mental health services for athletes and coaches

Canadian Heritage2025-10-27T10:55:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2025/09/joint-statement-by-the-secretary-of-state-sport-and-the-minister-of-health-to-mark-concussion-awareness-week-2025.html

The Government of Canada is committed to improving safety and ensuring that sport, recreation, and physical activity are safer for everyone

Canadian Heritage2025-09-21T10:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2025/09/statement-from-secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-on-national-coaches-week.html

National Coaches Week is an opportunity to recognize the invaluable role these leaders play in Canada

Canadian Heritage2025-09-15T09:30:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2025/09/government-of-canada-supports-indigenous-led-sport-opportunities-across-yukon.html

The Government of Canada highlights investment for sport for social development projects in Indigenous communities in Yukon

Canadian Heritage2025-09-08T13:00:16-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2025/08/statement-by-secretary-of-state-van-koeverden-on-the-future-of-sport-in-canada-commissions-preliminary-report.html

The Government of Canada welcomes the Future of Sport in Canada Commission’s preliminary report.

Canadian Heritage2025-08-28T15:45:21-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2025/08/statement-by-secretary-of-state-adam-van-koeverden-on-the-closing-of-the-st-johns-2025-canada-summer-games.html

The athletes, coaches, officials and volunteers have given us some unforgettable moments at the St. John’s 2025 Canada Summer Games

Canadian Heritage2025-08-24T17:30:00-04:00