Hon. Anita AnandCanada News Centre2024-03-22T09:49:32-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/news.htmlhttps://www.canada.ca/etc/designs/canada/wet-boew/assets/wmms-blk.svgStatement by Minister Anand on the publication of the restorative engagement program panel reports and tabling of the Employment Equity in the Public Service of Canada annual reporthttps://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/news/2024/03/statement-by-minister-anand-on-the-publication-of-the-restorative-engagement-program-panel-reports-and-tabling-of-the-employment-equity-in-the-publ.htmlThe Honourable Anita Anand, President of the Treasury Board, made the following statement today:
“As we mark the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, we must reflect on all the ways that we can stand up against racism and inequities that persist in our societies, including against racialized and religious communities. Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat2024-03-21T11:15:11-04:00Taking action against fraud and strengthening financial and procurement managementhttps://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2024/03/taking-action-against-fraud-and-strengthening-financial-and-procurement-management.htmlThe Government of Canada is committed to spending Canadians’ tax dollars wisely and responsibly. This includes a commitment to doing businesses with suppliers that meet the expectations of Canadians, and ensuring that the government’s procurement processes are effective and well-managed.Public Services and Procurement Canada2024-03-20T15:34:47-04:00New measures to strengthen management and oversight of government procurementhttps://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/news/2024/03/new-measures-to-strengthen-management-and-oversight-of-government-procurement.htmlThe Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat (TBS) provides leadership and oversight for spending, people management and digital government, among other key responsibilities.Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat2024-03-20T12:06:26-04:00Treasury Board President Anita Anand tables 2024–25 Main Estimates, including reporting on the Refocusing Government Spending initiativehttps://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/news/2024/02/treasury-board-president-anita-anand-tables-202425-main-estimates-including-reporting-on-the-refocusing-government-spending-initiative.htmlToday, the Honourable Anita Anand, President of the Treasury Board of Canada, tabled in Parliament on behalf of departments and agencies the Government of Canada’s spending plans for 2024–25, the Main Estimates and Departmental Plans.Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat2024-02-29T10:47:41-05:00Minister Anand to hold media availability on the Main Estimateshttps://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/news/2024/02/minister-anand-to-hold-media-availability-regarding-refocusing-government-spending-reallocations.htmlMinister Anand to hold media availability on the Main EstimatesTreasury Board of Canada Secretariat2024-02-28T19:43:30-05:00Government of Canada announces greener operations at the Canadian Space Agency and for our northern infrastructurehttps://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/news/2024/02/government-of-canada-announces-greener-operations-at-the-canadian-space-agency-and-for-our-northern-infrastructure.htmlToday, the Honourable Anita Anand, President of the Treasury Board of Canada, was at the Canadian Space Agency headquarters in Longueuil, Quebec, to announce 2 new Greening Government Fund (GGF) projects, and to provide an update on a third project, all of which demonstrate innovation in greening federal operations in the Quebec region.Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat2024-02-22T11:49:09-05:00Greening Government Fund: Projects announced in February 2024https://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/news/2024/02/greening-government-fund-projects-announced-in-february-2024.htmlThrough the Greening Government Fund (GGF), the Government of Canada provides funding for projects aimed at reducing greenhouse gases (GHGs) within federal government operations.Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat2024-02-22T11:48:47-05:00Government of Canada announces first steps in its Action Plan to support Black public servantshttps://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/news/2024/02/government-of-canada-announces-first-steps-in-its-action-plan-to-support-black-public-servants.htmlToday, the Honourable Anita Anand, President of the Treasury Board, announced the first initiatives of the Action Plan, which will continue to be refined through meaningful input from Black public servants. Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat2024-02-21T09:25:14-05:00Government of Canada’s Action Plan to support Black public servantshttps://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/news/2024/02/government-of-canadas-action-plan-to-support-black-public-servants.htmlThe Government of Canada committed close to $50M through Budgets 2022 and 2023 to creating career development programs and a mental health fund for Black public servants. In June 2023, the Office of the Chief Human Resources Officer established the Task Force for Black Public Servants (task force) to oversee the development and implementation of the Action Plan for Black Public Servants (Action Plan).Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat2024-02-21T09:01:19-05:00Government of Canada announces new projects to green government operationshttps://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/news/2024/02/government-of-canada-announces-new-projects-to-green-government-operations.htmlThe Honourable Anita Anand, President of the Treasury Board of Canada, joined by Lisa Campbell, President of the Canadian Space Agency, will announce new Greening Government Fund projects that demonstrate innovation in greening federal operations.Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat2024-02-20T16:50:10-05:00Government of Canada announces its action plan to support Black public servantshttps://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/news/2024/02/government-of-canada-announces-its-action-plan-to-support-black-public-servants.htmlThe Honourable Anita Anand, President of the Treasury Board of Canada, will announce new initiatives as part of the government’s ongoing work to deliver an action plan for Black public servants.Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat2024-02-20T08:29:56-05:00Government reaches a tentative agreement for the Law Practitioner (LP) grouphttps://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/news/2024/02/government-reaches-a-tentative-agreement-for-the-law-practitioner-lp-group.htmlThe Government of Canada has reached a tentative agreement with the Association of Justice Counsel (AJC) for the Law Practitioner (LP) group.Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat2024-02-19T16:02:24-05:00Government of Canada response to OPC Report on 2020 Cyber Attackshttps://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/news/2024/02/government-of-canada-response-to-opc-report-on-2020-cyber-attacks.htmlThe President of the Treasury Board, Anita Anand, Minister of Citizens’ Services, Terry Beech, and the Minister of National Revenue, Marie-Claude Bibeau, today issued the following statement in response to the Office of the Privacy Commissioner’s Report on the 2020 Cyber Attacks.Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat2024-02-15T15:13:59-05:00Treasury Board President Anita Anand tables the Supplementary Estimates (C), 2023–24https://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/news/2024/02/treasury-board-president-anita-anand-tables-the-supplementary-estimatesc-202324.htmlToday, the Honourable Anita Anand, President of the Treasury Board of Canada, tabled Supplementary Estimates (C), 2023–24, in the House of Commons. Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat2024-02-15T11:29:47-05:00Minister Anand Issues a Statement on Fourth Party Incidenthttps://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/news/2024/02/minister-anand-issues-a-statement-on-fourth-party-incident.htmlMinister Anand Issues a Statement on Fourth Party IncidentTreasury Board of Canada Secretariat2024-02-14T13:00:08-05:00Government of Canada hosts National Summit on Combatting Auto Thefthttps://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2024/02/government-of-canada-hosts-national-summit-on-combatting-auto-theft.htmlAuto theft is impacting thousands of Canadian households every year, particularly in our urban centres.Public Safety Canada2024-02-08T13:56:16-05:00Federal action on combatting auto thefthttps://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2024/02/federal-action-on-combatting-auto-theft.htmlThe Government of Canada hosts National Summit on Combatting Auto Theft. Public Safety Canada2024-02-08T13:56:07-05:00Statement of Intent on Combatting Auto Thefthttps://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2024/02/statement-of-intent-on-combatting-auto-theft.htmlAn estimated 90,000 vehicles are reported stolen annually (or one car every six minutes) in Canada. Public Safety Canada2024-02-08T13:56:00-05:00Government of Canada makes progress in exploring new human resources and pay systemhttps://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2024/02/government-of-canada-makes-progress-in-exploring-new-human-resources-and-pay-system.htmlThe Government of Canada remains committed to resolving outstanding pay issues for public servants, while moving toward modernizing processes and systems to improve the overall human resources (HR) and pay experience for employees.Public Services and Procurement Canada2024-02-01T15:53:54-05:00Métis Nation Leaders and Cabinet Ministers agree to co-development principles and advance shared priorities to make life better for Métishttps://www.canada.ca/en/crown-indigenous-relations-northern-affairs/news/2024/02/metis-nation-leaders-and-cabinet-ministers-agree-to-co-development-principles-and-advance-shared-priorities-to-make-life-better-for-metis.htmlLeadership from across the Métis Nation met with federal Cabinet Ministers on January 31 in Ottawa to drive progress on shared priorities, including economic development, education, health, justice, and policing.Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada2024-02-01T09:58:17-05:00Minister Anand announces the launch of the GC Digital Talent Platform to build a strong and diverse digital public servicehttps://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/news/2024/01/minister-anand-announces-the-launch-of-the-gc-digital-talent-platform-to-build-a-strong-and-diverse-digital-public-service.htmlToday, at the 2024 Digital Government Leaders Summit, the Honourable Anita Anand, President of the Treasury Board, announced the launch of the Government of Canada (GC) Digital Talent Platform—an online recruitment site for digital and IT professionals. Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat2024-01-29T12:00:01-05:00Government of Canada Announces National Summit on Combatting Auto Thefthttps://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2024/01/government-of-canada-announces-national-summit-on-combatting-auto-theft.htmlAuto theft is a highly lucrative, highly sophisticated trans-national crime that not only affects Canadians but empowers criminal organizations through the proceeds of crime. The Government is committed to combatting auto theft in Canada, including the shipment of stolen vehicles through our borders.Public Safety Canada2024-01-21T18:11:56-05:00The Government of Canada reaches a tentative agreement for the Architecture, Engineering and Land Survey (NR) grouphttps://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/news/2023/12/the-government-of-canada-reaches-a-tentative-agreement-for-the-architecture-engineering-and-land-survey-nr-group.htmlThe Government of Canada has reached a tentative agreement with the Professional Institute of the Public Service of Canada (PIPSC), for the Architecture, Engineering and Land Survey (NR) group. Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat2023-12-21T15:28:14-05:00The Government of Canada reaches a tentative agreement for the Research (RE) grouphttps://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/news/2023/11/the-government-of-canada-reaches-a-tentative-agreement-for-the-research-re-group.htmlThe Government of Canada has reached a tentative agreement with the Professional Institute of the Public Service of Canada (PIPSC), for the Research (RE) group. Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat2023-11-29T10:38:09-05:00Message to current and former public service employees and members of the Canadian Armed Forces and Royal Canadian Mounted Policehttps://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/news/2023/11/message-to-current-and-former-public-service-employees-and-members-of-the-canadian-armed-forces-and-royal-canadian-mounted-police.htmlMessage to current and former public service employees and members of the Canadian Armed Forces and Royal Canadian Mounted PoliceTreasury Board of Canada Secretariat2023-11-17T18:59:25-05:00Minister Anand tables 2022–23 Departmental Results Reportshttps://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/news/2023/11/minister-anand-tables-202223-departmental-results-reports.htmlTreasury Board President Anita Anand tabled the annual Departmental Results Reports in Parliament. These reports measure progress toward objectives set out in annual Departmental Plans, giving Canadians a clear view of the government’s commitments, plans, and performance for the fiscal year. Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat2023-11-09T11:57:56-05:00Treasury Board President Anita Anand tables the Supplementary Estimates (B), 2023–24https://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/news/2023/11/treasury-board-president-anita-anand-tables-the-supplementary-estimatesb-202324.htmlThe Honourable Anita Anand, President of the Treasury Board of Canada, tabled the Supplementary Estimates (B), 2023–24, in the House of Commons. These Supplementary Estimates present the first update on the Refocusing Government Spending Initiative.Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat2023-11-09T11:12:44-05:00Federal government unlocking 6 surplus federal properties to build more than 2,800 new homes in Calgary, Edmonton, St. John’s, and Ottawahttps://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2023/11/federal-government-unlocking-6-surplus-federal-properties-to-build-more-than-2800-new-homes-in-calgary-edmonton-st-johns-and-ottawa.htmlToday, the Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Public Services and Procurement, and the Honourable Anita Anand, President of the Treasury Board, announced that 6 surplus federal properties will be developed into more than 2,800 new homes in Calgary, Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta and St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador and Ottawa, Ontario.Public Services and Procurement Canada2023-11-07T09:53:16-05:00Minister Anand invites stakeholders to provide input on federal regulations to strengthen Canada’s supply chainshttps://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/news/2023/11/minister-anand-invites-stakeholders-to-provide-input-on-federal-regulations-to-strengthen-canadas-supply-chains.htmlThe Honourable Anita Anand, President of the Treasury Board, announced the launch of a public consultation on regulatory opportunities to improve the efficiency and resiliency of Canada's supply chains.Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat2023-11-07T09:32:25-05:00The Government of Canada reaches a tentative agreement for the Information Technology (IT) grouphttps://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/news/2023/10/the-government-of-canada-reaches-a-tentative-agreement-for-the-information-technology-it-group.htmlThe Government of Canada has reached a tentative agreement with the Professional Institute of the Public Service of Canada (PIPSC) for the Information Technology (IT) group.Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat2023-10-31T09:30:55-04:00Minister Anand announces a ban on the use of WeChat and Kaspersky suite of applications on government mobile deviceshttps://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/news/2023/10/minister-anand-announces-a-ban-on-the-use-of-wechat-and-kaspersky-suite-of-applications-on-government-mobile-devices.htmlPresident of the Treasury Board, Anita Anand, announced a ban on the use of the WeChat and Kaspersky suite of applications on government-issued mobile devices.Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat2023-10-30T11:00:17-04:00Government announces panel of experts who will help shape new restorative engagement program for the federal public servicehttps://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/news/2023/10/government-announces-panel-of-experts-who-will-help-shape-new-restorative-engagement-program-for-the-federal-public-service.htmlGovernment announces panel of experts who will help shape new restorative engagement program for the federal public serviceTreasury Board of Canada Secretariat2023-10-23T13:26:09-04:00Minister Anand to make announcement on the restorative engagement program in the federal public servicehttps://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/news/2023/10/minister-anand-to-make-announcement-on-the-restorative-engagement-program-in-the-federal-public-service.htmlThe President of the Treasury Board of Canada, the Honourable Anita Anand, will provide an update about the next steps in the creation of a new restorative engagement program for public service employees. Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat2023-10-20T16:18:46-04:00Government of Canada welcomes Auditor General’s Report on Modernizing Information Technology Systemshttps://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/news/2023/10/government-of-canada-welcomes-auditor-generals-report-on-modernizing-information-technology-systems.htmlGovernment of Canada welcomes Auditor General’s Report on Modernizing Information Technology SystemsTreasury Board of Canada Secretariat2023-10-19T13:08:18-04:00Ministers respond to performance audit reports of the Auditor General of Canadahttps://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/news/2023/10/ministers-respond-to-performance-audit-reports-of-the-auditor-general-of-canada.htmlThe Government of Canada will respond to the five performance audit reports of the Auditor General of Canada.Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat2023-10-18T15:01:19-04:00Government of Canada issues guidance on the use of contracted professional services https://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/news/2023/10/government-of-canada-issues-guidance-on-the-use-of-contracted-professional-services.htmlThe Honourable Anita Anand, President of the Treasury Board of Canada, published guidance about the use of contracted professional services, including management consulting.Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat2023-10-05T13:34:28-04:00Government of Canada to announce support for the Charles Macdonald Concrete House Museumhttps://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2023/10/government-of-canada-to-announce-support-for-the-charles-macdonald-concrete-house-museum.htmlMember of Parliament Kody Blois will announce support for this heritage building and free museumCanadian Heritage2023-10-05T13:30:05-04:00The Government of Canada reaches a tentative agreement for the Applied Science and Patent Examination (SP) grouphttps://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/news/2023/09/the-government-of-canada-reaches-a-tentative-agreement-for-the-applied-science-and-patent-examination-sp-group.htmlThe Government of Canada has reached a tentative agreement with the Professional Institute of Public Service of Canada (PIPSC), for the Applied Science and Patent Examination (SP) group.Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat2023-09-27T10:40:05-04:00Governments of Canada and Ontario to make an important announcement about high-speed Internethttps://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2023/08/governments-of-canada-and-ontario-to-make-an-important-announcement-about-high-speed-internet.htmlThe Honourable Anita Anand, President of the Treasury Board, and the Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, on behalf of the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, together with the Honourable Kinga Surma, Ontario’s Minister of Infrastructure, and Donna Skelly, Member of Provincial Parliament for Flamborough–Glanbrook, will make an announcement about improving high-speed Internet access in rural southern Ontario.Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2023-08-24T10:59:20-04:00Technical briefing by the Communications Security Establishment’s Canadian Centre for Cyber Security on cyber threats to Canada’s oil and gas sectorhttps://www.canada.ca/en/communications-security/news/2023/07/technical-briefing-by-the-communications-security-establishments-canadian-centre-for-cyber-security-on-cyber-threats-to-canadas-oil-and-gas-sector.htmlTechnical briefing by the Communications Security Establishment’s Canadian Centre for Cyber Security on cyber threats to Canada’s oil and gas sectorCommunications Security Establishment Canada2023-07-05T09:00:57-04:00Communications Security Establishment releases Annual Report 2022-2023https://www.canada.ca/en/communications-security/news/2023/06/communications-security-establishment-releases-annual-report-2022-2023.htmlThe Communications Security Establishment (CSE) today released its 2022-2023 unclassified, public annual report.Communications Security Establishment Canada2023-06-29T09:55:02-04:00Minister Fortier announces new strategic investments to enhance greening government operationshttps://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/news/2023/06/minister-fortier-announces-new-strategic-investments-to-enhance-greening-government-operations0.htmlThe Honourable Mona Fortier, President of the Treasury Board of Canada, announces new projects in the National Capital Region funded through the Greening Government Fund.Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat2023-06-27T10:30:42-04:00Remarks by Minister of National Defence Anita Anand to the 2023 Shangri-La Dialogue: Building a stable and balanced Asia-Pacifichttps://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2023/06/remarks-by-minister-of-national-defence-anita-anand-to-the-2023-shangri-la-dialogue-building-a-stable-and-balanced-indo-pacific.htmlGood morning everyone. Secretary Wallace, Senior Undersecretary Galvez, it is a pleasure to be back in Singapore for my second Shangri-La Dialogue. Let me start by thanking Dr. John Chipman, James Crabtree and the IISS team for putting on this stellar event year after year.National Defence2023-06-08T10:03:46-04:00Defence Minister Anita Anand Concludes Productive Trip to Singaporehttps://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2023/06/defence-minister-anita-anand-concludes-productive-trip-to-singapore.htmlCanada, as a Pacific nation, is committed to strengthening its defence relationships and to supporting the rules-based international order in the Indo-Pacific and around the world.National Defence2023-06-03T16:49:27-04:00Defence Minister Anita Anand Announces Revamped Indo-Pacific Military Mission and Strengthens Canada’s Defence Relationships in the Regionhttps://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2023/06/defence-minister-anita-anand-announces-revamped-indo-pacific-military-mission-and-strengthens-canadas-defence-relationships-in-the-region.htmlThrough Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy, Canada is committed to reinforcing its military presence in the region, in support of a free, open, and inclusive Indo-Pacific.National Defence2023-06-02T22:00:00-04:00Nineteen Canada Pride Citation ceremonies hosted by National Defence across Canadahttps://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2023/05/nineteen-canada-pride-citation-ceremonies-hosted-by-national-defence-across-canada.htmlIn April, the Department of National Defence (DND) and the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) began holding regional ceremonies to present the Canada Pride Citation to eligible current and former military members, as defined in the Ross, Roy, Satalic Class Action Final Settlement Agreement, also known as the LGBT Purge Class Action.National Defence2023-05-31T11:15:34-04:00Government of Canada helping defence industry protect itself from cyber security threatshttps://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2023/05/government-of-canada-helping-defence-industry-protect-itself-from-cyber-security-threats.htmlThe Government of Canada is committed to implementing robust cyber security measures, which are fundamental to Canada’s economic stability and national security.Public Services and Procurement Canada2023-05-31T08:30:14-04:00Minister Anand announces new funding opportunity for Indigenous collaboration on defence mattershttps://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2023/05/minister-anand-announces-new-funding-opportunity-for-indigenous-collaboration-on-defence-matters.htmlAs we make landmark investments to modernize the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), we are committed to ensuring that First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples are able to provide input on defence issues, and that our institution respects and values the rights enshrined in the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP).National Defence2023-05-31T08:30:00-04:00Statement to mark International Day of United Nations Peacekeepershttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/05/statement-to-mark-international-day-of-united-nations-peacekeepers.htmlThe Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of National Defence, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, and the Honourable Marco E.L. Mendicino, Minister of Public Safety, today issued the following statement:Global Affairs Canada2023-05-29T12:55:33-04:00Minister Anand to deliver keynote address at CANSEChttps://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2023/05/minister-anand-to-deliver-keynote-address-at-cansec.htmlMinister of National Defence Anita Anand will provide a keynote address at the Canadian Association of Defence and Security Industries’ (CADSI’s) annual defence industry tradeshow, CANSEC.National Defence2023-05-29T08:33:03-04:00Defence Minister Anita Anand to hold a joint press conference with Latvian Minister of Defence Ināra Mūrniecehttps://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2023/05/defence-minister-anita-anand-to-hold-a-joint-press-conference-with-latvian-minister-of-defence-inara-murniece.htmlThe Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of National Defence will hold a joint press conference with Ināra Mūrniece, the Minister of Defence of Latvia, following a bilateral meeting.National Defence2023-05-09T09:00:00-04:00HMCS Edmonton concludes its deployment on Operation CARIBBE and returns to CFB Esquimalthttps://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2023/04/hmcs-edmonton-concludes-its-deployment-on-operation-caribbe-and-returns-to-cfb-esquimalt.htmlToday, His Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) Edmonton concludes its two-and-a-half-month deployment off the Pacific coast of Central America, under Operation CARIBBE, from February 13 to April 28, 2023 and returns to the ship’s home port at Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Esquimalt. National Defence2023-04-28T11:35:06-04:00Cormorant helicopter upgrades to deliver improved Search and Rescue capabilities and economic opportunities for Canadianshttps://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2023/04/cormorant-helicopter-upgrades-to-deliver-improved-search-and-rescue-capabilities-and-economic-opportunities-for-canadians.htmlToday, National Defence Minister Anita Anand visited IMP Aerospace in Enfield, Nova Scotia, and joined representatives from Leonardo U.K. Ltd., IMP Aerospace, and other partners, who announced that IMP Aerospace has received a major sub-contract for the Cormorant Mid-Life Upgrade (CMLU) Project.National Defence2023-04-27T08:30:59-04:00Government of Canada helping Canadians in Sudanhttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/04/government-of-canada-helping-canadians-in-sudan.htmlToday, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs and the Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of National Defence, provided an update on assistance to Canadians in Sudan, including departures in close coordination with partners and allies.Global Affairs Canada2023-04-25T19:13:36-04:002022 Annual Report | Charting Oversight in a New Erahttps://www.canada.ca/en/military-police-complaints/news/2023/04/2022-annual-report--charting-oversight-in-a-new-era.htmlAnnual Report of Military Police Complaints Commission of Canada tabled in ParliamentMilitary Police Complaints Commission of Canada2023-04-25T08:29:18-04:00Statement by Minister Joly and Minister Anand on the situation in Sudanhttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/04/statement-by-minister-joly-and-minister-anand-on-the-situation-in-sudan.htmlWe are actively monitoring the situation in Sudan and working with neighbouring countries, as well as with like-minded governments and the international community to coordinate the response to this crisis. Global Affairs Canada2023-04-21T19:41:23-04:00Statement from the Minister of National Defence – Cyber Threats to Critical Infrastructurehttps://www.canada.ca/en/communications-security/news/2023/04/statement-from-the-minister-of-national-defence--cyber-threats-to-critical-infrastructure.htmlSince Russia’s unjustified and illegal invasion of Ukraine began over one year ago, and especially in recent weeks, we have seen a notable rise in cyber threat activity by Russian-aligned actors targeting Ukraine’s partners.Communications Security Establishment Canada2023-04-13T14:31:20-04:00Technical briefing by the Communications Security Establishment’s Canadian Centre for Cyber Security on threats to Canada’s critical infrastructurehttps://www.canada.ca/en/communications-security/news/2023/04/technical-briefing-by-the-communications-security-establishments-canadian-centre-for-cyber-security-on-threats-to-canadas-critical-infrastructure.htmlTechnical briefing by the Communications Security Establishment’s Canadian Centre for Cyber Security on threats to Canada’s critical infrastructureCommunications Security Establishment Canada2023-04-13T12:47:15-04:00The Sexual Misconduct Support and Resource Centre funds 32 projects through the new Community Support for Sexual Misconduct Survivors Grant Programhttps://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2023/03/the-sexual-misconduct-support-and-resource-centre-funds-32-projects-through-the-new-community-support-for-sexual-misconduct-survivors-grant-program.htmlIncreasing access to support services across Canada for those in the Defence community who have been affected by sexual misconduct is a top priority for the Department of National Defence (DND) and the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF).National Defence2023-03-22T10:00:00-04:00Minister Anand to deliver keynote address at Ottawa Conference on Security and Defencehttps://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2023/03/minister-anand-to-deliver-keynote-address-at-ottawa-conference-on-security-and-defence.htmlDefence Minister Anita Anand will address industry partners, stakeholders, and defence experts on the first day of the Ottawa Conference on Security and Defence, hosted by the Conference of Defence Associations Institute, which takes place from March 9-10.National Defence2023-03-08T08:18:36-05:00Statement marking one year of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukrainehttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/02/statement-marking-one-year-of-russias-full-scale-invasion-of-ukraine.htmlThe Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs; the Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of National Defence; the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada; and the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, issued the following statement:Global Affairs Canada2023-02-24T10:00:21-05:00New initiative to help Veterans access educationhttps://www.canada.ca/en/veterans-affairs-canada/news/2023/02/new-initiative-to-help-veterans-access-education.htmlLaunch of the Canadian Military, Veteran and Family Connected Campus ConsortiumVeterans Affairs Canada2023-02-21T12:33:57-05:00Joint ministerial statement on International Day Against the Use of Child Soldiershttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/02/joint-ministerial-statement-on-international-day-against-the-use-of-child-soldiers.html“No child should ever be made to participate in war, yet children continue to be cruelly exploited in armed conflicts worldwide. Children—including boys and girls—serve as soldiers, cooks, porters, messengers, spies, and sexual slaves."Global Affairs Canada2023-02-12T09:23:27-05:00Canada deploys CP-140 long-range patrol aircraft to support Haitihttps://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2023/02/canada-deploys-cp-140-long-range-patrol-aircraft-to-support-haiti.htmlToday, the Minister of National Defence, Anita Anand, and the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mélanie Joly, announced that Canada has deployed a Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) CP-140 Aurora long-range patrol aircraft to support Canada’s efforts to disrupt the activities of gangs in Haiti and demonstrate Canada’s commitment to the Haitian people.National Defence2023-02-05T06:00:00-05:00Statement from the Minister of National Defencehttps://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2023/02/statement-from-the-minister-of-national-defence.htmlToday, the United States took definitive action to bring down China’s high-altitude surveillance balloon that has violated U.S. and Canadian airspace and international law.National Defence2023-02-04T16:41:21-05:00Government of Canada to support clean air and local economic growth by powering federal operations in Alberta and Saskatchewan with clean electricityhttps://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2023/02/government-of-canada-to-support-clean-air-and-local-economic-growth-by-powering-federal-operations-in-alberta-and-saskatchewan-with-clean-electricity.htmlThe Government of Canada is taking meaningful action on its Greening Government Strategy commitment to power federal buildings with 100% renewable electricity by 2025 to help fight climate change and support local renewable electricity projects.Public Services and Procurement Canada2023-02-03T13:54:15-05:00Minister of National Defence marks Black History Month 2023https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2023/02/minister-of-national-defence-marks-black-history-month-2023.htmlThe Honourable Minister of National Defence, Anita Anand, issued the following statement today to recognize and observe the beginning of Black History Month.National Defence2023-02-01T09:04:57-05:00Parliamentary Secretary Adam van Koeverden highlights funding to the Halton Region as part of the Community Sport for All Initiativehttps://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2023/01/parliamentary-secretary-adam-van-koeverden-highlights-funding-to-the-halton-region-as-part-of-the-community-sport-for-all-initiative0.htmlThe Government of Canada provides support to facilitate access to community sport activities and eliminate barriers to participation in organized sportCanadian Heritage2023-01-23T14:00:00-05:00Defence Minister Anita Anand to participate in Ukraine Defense Contact Group Meetinghttps://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2023/01/defence-minister-anita-anand-to-participate-in-ukraine-defense-contact-group-meeting.htmlDefence Minister Anita Anand, along with Chief of the Defence Staff, General Wayne Eyre, will participate in a meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group, hosted by United States Secretary of Defense, Lloyd J. Austin III, at the Ramstein Air Base in Germany.National Defence2023-01-19T08:00:00-05:00Canada delivers Haiti-purchased vehicles to help Haitian National Police respond to crisishttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2023/01/canada-delivers-haiti-purchased-vehicles-to-help-haitian-national-police-respond-to-crisis.htmlToday, the Minister of Foreign Affairs Mélanie Joly and the Minister of National Defence Anita Anand announced that the Canadian Armed Forces have airlifted vital, Haitian-purchased armoured vehicles to Haiti.Global Affairs Canada2023-01-11T15:58:01-05:00Canada finalizes agreement to purchase new fighter jets for Royal Canadian Air Forcehttps://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2023/01/canada-finalizes-agreement-to-purchase-new-fighter-jets-for-royal-canadian-air-force.htmlThrough Canada’s defence policy, Strong, Secure, Engaged, the Government of Canada is acquiring modern military equipment to keep Canadians safe and protected, and to support the security of our international allies and partners.Public Services and Procurement Canada2023-01-09T10:37:29-05:00Ministers of Veterans Affairs and National Defence mark 25th anniversary of 1998 Ice Storm and Operation RECUPERATIONhttps://www.canada.ca/en/veterans-affairs-canada/news/2023/01/ministers-of-veterans-affairs-and-national-defence-mark-25th-anniversary-of-1998-ice-storm-and-operation-recuperation.htmlThe largest domestic military deployment in Canadian history was launched 25 years ago today when Canadian Armed Forces members began deploying in eastern Ontario, Quebec and New Brunswick in the wake of a devastating ice storm that pummelled the region.Veterans Affairs Canada2023-01-08T09:00:00-05:00Update on Madame Arbour’s Independent External Comprehensive Review Final Report and Culture Change Reforms in the Department of National Defence and Canadian Armed Forces to Address Sexual Harassment and Misconducthttps://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2022/12/update-on-madame-arbours-independent-external-comprehensive-review-final-report-and-culture-change-reforms-in-the-department-of-national-defence-an.htmlOn May 20, 2021, former Supreme Court Justice, Madame Louise Arbour was engaged to conduct a review of policies, procedures, programs, practices, and culture within the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and the Department of National Defence (DND). The review is entitled the Independent External Comprehensive Review (IECR).National Defence2022-12-13T11:18:44-05:00Update: Minister Anand to hold media availability on Report to Parliament on Arbour recommendationshttps://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2022/12/update-minister-anand-to-hold-media-availability-on-report-to-parliament-on-arbour-recommendations.htmlOn December 13, 2022, Defence Minister Anita Anand will deliver a Report to Parliament on Culture Change Reforms in Response to Former Supreme Court Justice Arbour’s Recommendations.National Defence2022-12-12T21:17:33-05:00Minister Anand to welcome HMCS Vancouver and HMCS Winnipeg home from the Indo-Pacific Regionhttps://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2022/12/minister-anand-to-welcome-hmcs-vancouver-and-hmcs-winnipeg-home-from-the-indo-pacific-region.htmlOn December 5, 2022, the Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of National Defence, will be in Esquimalt, British Columbia to welcome home His Majesty’s Canadian Ships (HMCS) Vancouver and Winnipeg after 173 days away from home while deployed in the Indo-Pacific.National Defence2022-12-02T21:20:19-05:00Defence Minister Anita Anand announces decision to restore Sherbrooke’s William Street Armoury and to renovate its Belvédère Street Armouryhttps://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2022/12/defence-minister-anita-anand-announces-decision-to-restore-sherbrookes-william-street-armoury-and-to-renovate-its-belvedere-street-armoury.htmlSherbrooke’s Reservists are vital to our Canadian Armed Forces and an important part of their local community. The Government is committed to preserving the historical value of the buildings in which they operate, while ensuring their operational needs are met.National Defence2022-12-02T09:00:00-05:00Minister Anand announces defence and security elements of Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategyhttps://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2022/11/minister-anand-announces-defence-and-security-elements-of-canadas-indo-pacific-strategy.htmlI join you from the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation, the Huron-Wendat and the Haudenosaunee. Today and every day, we reaffirm our commitment towards meaningful reconciliation and respectful partnership with Indigenous peoples.National Defence2022-11-28T08:54:27-05:00Canada launches Indo-Pacific Strategy to support long-term growth, prosperity, and security for Canadianshttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/11/canada-launches-indo-pacific-strategy-to-support-long-term-growth-prosperity-and-security-for-canadians.htmlAs a Pacific nation, Canada recognizes that the Indo-Pacific region will play a significant and profound role in Canada’s future. Every issue that matters to Canadians—national security, economic prosperity, respect for international law and human rights, democratic values, public health, protecting our environment—will be shaped by the relationships that Canada, along with its partners, have with countries throughout the Indo-Pacific. Decisions made in the region will impact Canadians for generations, and it is critical that Canada be at the table.Global Affairs Canada2022-11-27T13:43:07-05:00Defence Minister Anand successfully concludes 14th annual Halifax International Security Forumhttps://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2022/11/defence-minister-anand-successfully-concludes-14th-annual-halifax-international-security-forum.htmlDefence Minister Anita Anand was in Halifax to cohost the 14th annual Halifax International Security Forum with HFX President Mr. Peter Van Praagh. The Forum brought together decision-makers, military leaders, academics, and industry to address defence and security challenges including climate change, food security, energy, technology, disinformation, as well as the future of democracy and support for Ukraine.National Defence2022-11-20T15:08:57-05:00Keynote address by Minister of National Defence Anita Anand to the Halifax International Security Forum: Canadian Leadership for the 21st Centuryhttps://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2022/11/keynote-address-by-minister-of-national-defence-anita-anand-to-the-halifax-international-security-forum-canadian-leadership-for-the-21st-century.htmlGood afternoon. What a wonderful afternoon it is to be here all together again at the Halifax International Security Forum. General Eyre, Deputy Minister Matthews, NATO counterparts, ministers who have come from far and wide, distinguished delegates, friends, allies, partners, welcome to Canada, welcome to Halifax.National Defence2022-11-19T18:17:39-05:00Readout of Defence Minister Anita Anand’s Bilateral Meeting with United States Secretary of Defense, Lloyd J. Austin IIIhttps://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2022/11/readout-of-defence-minister-anita-anands-bilateral-meeting-with-united-states-secretary-of-defense-lloyd-j-austin-iii.htmlToday, National Defence Minister Anita Anand hosted her counterpart, United States Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III for a bilateral meeting in Halifax, during the Halifax International Security Forum.National Defence2022-11-19T17:09:52-05:00Defence Minister Anita Anand to Hold Bilateral Meeting with United States Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III for Halifax International Security Forumhttps://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2022/11/defence-minister-anita-anand-to-hold-bilateral-meeting-with-united-states-secretary-of-defense-lloyd-j-austin-iii-for-halifax-international-securit.htmlThe Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of National Defence, will host United States Secretary of Defense, Lloyd J. Austin III, for a bilateral meeting to discuss the Canada-U.S. defence relationship, Russia’s illegal and unjustifiable invasion of Ukraine, security in the Indo-Pacific region, and global defence priorities.National Defence2022-11-18T07:00:00-05:00Minister Anand to cohost the 14th annual Halifax International Security Forumhttps://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2022/11/minister-anand-to-cohost-the-14th-annual-halifax-international-security-forum.htmlOn November 18-20, 2022, the Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of National Defence will cohost the 14th annual Halifax International Security Forum (HISF), which brings together defence and security experts, industry professionals, academics, and global leaders to discuss the world’s most pressing global peace and security challenges.National Defence2022-11-17T08:00:00-05:00Government of Canada welcomes Auditor General’s Report on Cybersecurity of Personal Information in the Cloudhttps://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/news/2022/11/government-of-canada-welcomes-auditor-generals-report-on-cybersecurity-of-personal-information-in-the-cloud.htmlGovernment of Canada welcomes Auditor General’s Report on Cybersecurity of Personal Information in the CloudTreasury Board of Canada Secretariat2022-11-15T13:16:29-05:00Canada celebrates 5th anniversary of the Vancouver Principles and Elsie Initiativehttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/11/canada-celebrates-5th-anniversary-of-the-vancouver-principles-and-elsie-initiative.html“Five years ago, Canada launched a pair of global initiatives aimed at reinforcing our fundamental convictions that children should never be recruited to serve as soldiers, workers or slaves in war, and that peace is more likely to endure when women are involved in peace operations."Global Affairs Canada2022-11-15T10:00:25-05:00Ministers of Veterans Affairs, National Defence and Public Safety mark Remembrance Dayhttps://www.canada.ca/en/veterans-affairs-canada/news/2022/11/ministers-of-veterans-affairs-national-defence-and-public-safety-mark-remembrance-day.htmlRemembrance Day is a time for all Canadians to solemnly reflect on the sacrifices that our service members have made to defend peace, freedom, democracy and human rights all over the world.Veterans Affairs Canada2022-11-11T09:08:49-05:00Ministers of Veterans Affairs, Indigenous Services, National Defence, Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs mark Indigenous Veterans Dayhttps://www.canada.ca/en/veterans-affairs-canada/news/2022/11/ministers-of-veterans-affairs-indigenous-services-national-defence-crown-indigenous-relations-and-northern-affairs-mark-indigenous-veterans-day.htmlOn Indigenous Veterans Day, Remembrance Day, and all year long, we honour the service and sacrifice of First Nations, Inuit and Métis who have served Canada in uniform over the years.Veterans Affairs Canada2022-11-08T09:49:11-05:00Canadian Centre for Cyber Security releases National Cyber Threat Assessment 2023-2024https://www.canada.ca/en/communications-security/news/2022/10/canadian-centre-for-cyber-security-releases-national-cyber-threat-assessment-2023-20242.htmlThe Canadian Centre for Cyber Security (Cyber Centre) has released its National Cyber Threat Assessment 2023-2024.Communications Security Establishment Canada2022-10-28T11:03:03-04:00News conference and technical briefing by the Communications Security Establishment’s Canadian Centre for Cyber Security on the National Cyber Threat Assessment 2023-2024https://www.canada.ca/en/communications-security/news/2022/10/news-conference-and-technical-briefing-by-the-communications-security-establishments-canadian-centre-for-cyber-security-on-the-national-cyber-threa.htmlNews conference and technical briefing by the Communications Security Establishment’s Canadian Centre for Cyber Security on the National Cyber Threat Assessment 2023-2024Communications Security Establishment Canada2022-10-27T16:01:35-04:00Defence Minister Anita Anand to attend the XXVII Congress of Ukrainian Canadianshttps://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2022/10/defence-minister-anita-anand-to-attend-the-xxvii-congress-of-ukrainian-canadians.htmlThe Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of National Defence, will participate in a panel entitled Working Together to Build Euro-Atlantic Security at the XXVII Congress of Ukrainian Canadians.National Defence2022-10-26T13:00:00-04:00Minister Anita Anand appoints External Monitor to oversee National Defence efforts to address sexual misconduct and harassmenthttps://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2022/10/minister-anita-anand-appoints-external-monitor-to-oversee-national-defence-efforts-to-address-sexual-misconduct-and-harassment.htmlToday, the Minister of National Defence, Anita Anand, announced the appointment of Madame Jocelyne Therrien as External Monitor to oversee the Department of National Defence (DND) and Canadian Armed Forces’ (CAF) efforts to address sexual misconduct and harassment on the Defence Team.National Defence2022-10-24T14:33:17-04:00Readout of Defence Minister Anita Anand’s Bilateral Meeting with Qatar’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defence Affairs, His Excellency Dr. Khalid bin Mohamed Al Attiyahhttps://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2022/10/readout-of-defence-minister-anita-anands-bilateral-meeting-with-qatars-deputy-prime-minister-and-minister-of-state-for-defence-affairs-his-excellen.htmlToday, National Defence Minister Anita Anand welcomed Qatar’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defence Affairs, His Excellency Dr. Khalid bin Mohamed Al Attiyah, to the campus of Royal Military College Saint-Jean for a bilateral meeting.National Defence2022-10-20T14:15:00-04:00Canada and United States coordinate delivery of Haitian National Police equipmenthttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/10/canada-and-united-states-coordinate-delivery-of-haitian-national-police-equipment.htmlThe Honourable Melanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of National Defence, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin today issued the following statement on Haiti: “Today, Canadian and U.S. military aircraft arrived in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, to transfer vital Haitian government-purchased security equipment, including tactical and armoured vehicles, and supplies to the Director General of the Haitian National Police (HNP). The delivery of the equipment was part of a joint operation involving Royal Canadian Air Force and U.S. Air Force aircraft.Global Affairs Canada2022-10-16T08:14:32-04:00Defence Minister Anita Anand visits Poland to strengthen defence cooperation and announces new training for Ukrainian personnelhttps://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2022/10/defence-minister-anita-anand-visits-poland-to-strengthen-defence-cooperation-and-announces-new-training-for-ukrainian-personnel.htmlToday, Defence Minister Anita Anand visited Poland for a bilateral meeting with Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defence of Poland, Mariusz BłaszczakNational Defence2022-10-11T15:39:32-04:00Government of Canada providing assistance to Atlantic Canada with recovery from Hurricane Fionahttps://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2022/10/government-of-canada-providing-assistance-to-atlantic-canada-with-recovery-from-hurricane-fiona.htmlHurricane Fiona has caused significant damage across Atlantic Canada and Eastern Quebec, and the Government of Canada is working with partners from all orders of government, and across federal departments and agencies, to support recovery and clean-up efforts.Public Safety Canada2022-10-01T15:07:31-04:00Cyber Security Awareness Month 2022https://www.canada.ca/en/communications-security/news/2022/09/cyber-security-awareness-month-2022.htmlThis October, CSE and its Get Cyber Safe campaign launch Cyber Security Awareness Month 2022 (Cyber Month) with the theme “Fight phishing: Ruin a cyber criminal's day!”Communications Security Establishment Canada2022-09-29T16:20:08-04:00Defence Minister Anita Anand Announces Enhancements to RCAF Mobility Capabilities to Support Ukraine and Other Global Missionshttps://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2022/09/defence-minister-anita-anand-announces-enhancements-to-rcaf-mobility-capabilities-to-support-ukraine-and-other-global-missions.htmlToday, Defence Minister Anita Anand announced that the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) is enhancing its air mobility operations based in Europe as it conducts ongoing missions there and around the world.National Defence2022-09-26T08:14:19-04:00Statement on Iran’s malicious cyber activity affecting Albaniahttps://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2022/09/statement-on-irans-malicious-cyber-activity-affecting-albania.html“Canada strongly condemns the malicious cyber activity that targeted Albania in July 2022. Canada joins its allies Albania, the United Kingdom and the United States in attributing this activity to Iran.’’Global Affairs Canada2022-09-22T19:35:03-04:00Statement by the Minister of National Defence on the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth IIhttps://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2022/09/statement-by-the-minister-of-national-defence-on-the-passing-of-her-majesty-queen-elizabeth-ii.htmlI join Canadians in mourning profoundly the loss of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, Queen of Canada and Commander-in-Chief of the Canadian Armed Forces.National Defence2022-09-09T08:04:54-04:00Minister MacAulay and Minister Anand mark Merchant Navy Veterans Dayhttps://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2022/09/minister-macaulay-and-minister-anand-mark-merchant-navy-veterans-day.htmlEvery year, on the 3rd of September, Canadians honour the dedication, bravery, and personal sacrifice of the 12,000 men and women who served in Canada’s Merchant Navy during the Second World War. National Defence2022-09-02T21:44:47-04:00