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/correctional-service/news/2026/09/seizures-of-contraband-and-unauthorized-items-at-drumheller-institution.html

On September 3, 2026, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Drumheller Institution.

Correctional Service Canada2026-09-09T14:11:27-04:00https://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/correctional-service/news/2026/09/seizure-of-contraband-and-unauthorized-items-at-stony-mountain-institution.html

Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Stony Mountain Institution

Correctional Service Canada2026-09-01T17:11:38-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/correctional-service/news/2026/09/seizure-of-contraband-and-unauthorized-items-at-drummond-institution.html

On August 22, 2026, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Drummond Institution, a medium security federal institution.

Correctional Service Canada2026-09-01T14:36:30-04:00https://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/health-canada/news/2026/08/joint-ministerial-statement-on-international-overdose-awareness-day.html

Today is International Overdose Awareness Day, a day to mourn those we’ve lost, and to recognize the devastating impacts of the illegal drug crisis on our families and communities.

Health Canada2026-08-31T10:19:07-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/correctional-service/news/2026/08/end-of-lockdown-and-search-at-mission-institution--medium-security-unit.html

The lockdown put in place at the medium-security unit at Mission Institution on August 18, 2026, has ended and the exceptional search has been completed. The institution has resumed its normal operations and visits have resumed.

Correctional Service Canada2026-08-28T14:04:29-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/correctional-service/news/2026/08/seizure-of-contraband-and-unauthorized-items-at-saskatchewan-penitentiary.html

On August 20, 21 and 24, 2026, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Saskatchewan Penitentiary.

Correctional Service Canada2026-08-27T13:49:48-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/correctional-service/news/2026/08/death-of-an-inmate-from-joyceville-institutions-assessment-unit.html

On August 19, 2026, an inmate from Joyceville Institution’s Assessment Unit died while in our custody of apparent natural causes. The individual’s name has been anonymized in accordance with a court-ordered publication ban to protect the identity of the victim(s).

Correctional Service Canada2026-08-20T17:32:56-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2026/08/cbsa-charges-new-brunswick-man-for-smuggling-firearms.html

CBSA charges New Brunswick man for smuggling firearms

Canada Border Services Agency2026-08-19T10:05:53-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/correctional-service/news/2026/08/inmates-temporarily-relocated-from-matsqui-institution-due-to-water-damage.html

The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) has temporarily relocated 218 inmates from Matsqui Institution, a medium-security federal correctional institution in British Columbia, following significant flooding and damage caused by a burst water pipe within the facility on August 8, 2026.

Correctional Service Canada2026-08-09T12:52:38-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/veterans-affairs-canada/news/2026/08/ministers-of-veterans-affairs-national-defence-foreign-affairs-and-public-safety-mark-national-peacekeepers-day.html

Today, the Honourable Jill McKnight, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, the Honourable David McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, the Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, issued the following statement to mark National Peacekeepers’ Day

Veterans Affairs Canada2026-08-09T10:35:11-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/correctional-service/news/2026/08/statement-from-the-commissioner-of-the-correctional-service-of-canada0.html

It is with profound sadness that we mourn the loss of Correctional Officers Nicolae Serban and Ramandeep Kaur Maan of Edmonton Institution for Women, who tragically lost their lives yesterday while carrying out their duties in service to Canada.

Correctional Service Canada2026-08-07T17:32:29-04:00https://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/border-services-agency/news/2026/07/cbsa-officers-seize-380-kg-of-methamphetamine-and-cocaine-at-coutts-port-of-entry-in-alberta.html

CBSA officers at the Coutts, AB port of entry seized 380 kg of methamphetamine and cocaine hidden in a commercial truck.

Canada Border Services Agency2026-07-29T12:00:00-04:00https://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/border-services-agency/news/2026/07/cbsa-seizes-300-kg-of-methamphetamine-in-shipping-container-destined-for-the-philippines.html

CBSA seized 300 kg of methamphetamine in shipping container destined for the Philippines

Canada Border Services Agency2026-07-17T09:57:11-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/canada-signs-united-nations-convention-against-cybercrime.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, 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, today announced that Canada has signed the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime; Strengthening International Cooperation for Combating Certain Crimes Committed by Means of Information and Communications Technology Systems and for the Sharing of Evidence in Electronic Form of Serious Crimes.

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-16T10:30:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2026/07/cbsa-investigation-leads-to-a-sentence-for-counselling-immigration-misrepresentation.html

A CBSA criminal investigation into counselling immigration misrepresentation scheme in Saskatchewan leads to a two-year conditional sentence.

Canada Border Services Agency2026-07-10T12:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/correctional-service/news/2026/07/end-of-lockdown-and-search-at-mountain-institution.html

The lockdown put in place at Mountain Institution on June 26, 2026, has ended and the exceptional search has been completed. The institution has resumed its normal operations and visits have resumed.

Correctional Service Canada2026-07-03T15:19:53-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/correctional-service/news/2026/07/seizure-of-contraband-and-unauthorized-items-at-donnacona-institution.html

On June 29, 2026, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Donnacona Institution, a maximum-security federal institution.

Correctional Service Canada2026-07-03T11:38:02-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/correctional-service/news/2026/07/seizure-of-contraband-and-unauthorized-items-at-cowansville-institution.html

On June 28, 2026, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Cowansville Institution, a medium-security federal institution.

Correctional Service Canada2026-07-02T13:46:56-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/correctional-service/news/2026/07/assault-of-two-inmates-at-kent-institution.html

In two separate incidents, on June 28 and 29, 2026, two inmates were victims of assaults at Kent Institution, a maximum-security federal institution.

Correctional Service Canada2026-07-02T13:00:56-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/correctional-service/news/2026/06/death-of-an-inmate-from-william-head-institution.html

The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) confirms that as a result of vigilant and coordinated efforts of law enforcement partners and CSC staff, supported by an extensive search operation in the surrounding area, the body of inmate Ernest Egon Jensen was found in the ocean off the coast of Metchosin, Vancouver Island, near William Head Institution.

Correctional Service Canada2026-06-29T17:18:02-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/correctional-service/news/2026/06/death-of-an-inmate-from-bath-institution---regional-treatment-centre.html

On June 28, 2026, Marcelo Aravena, an inmate from Bath Institution’s Regional Treatment Centre, died while in our custody of apparent natural causes.

Correctional Service Canada2026-06-29T15:44:36-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/correctional-service/news/2026/06/end-of-lockdown-and-search-at-matsqui-institution.html

The lockdown put in place at Matsqui Institution on June 19, 2026, has ended and the exceptional search has been completed. The institution has resumed its normal operations and visits have resumed.

Correctional Service Canada2026-06-29T15:37:19-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/correctional-service/news/2026/06/death-of-an-inmate-from-sprinhill-institution.html

On June 26, 2026, Dominique Tremblay, an inmate from Springhill Institution, died while in our custody.

Correctional Service Canada2026-06-29T15:16:38-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/correctional-service/news/2026/06/lockdown-and-search-at-mountain-institution.html

On June 26, 2026, a lockdown was put in place at Mountain Institution, a medium-security federal institution, to enable staff members to conduct an exceptional search.

Correctional Service Canada2026-06-29T14:58:15-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/correctional-service/news/2026/06/assault-of-an-inmate-at-mission-institution-medium-security-unit.html

On June 20, 2026, an inmate was the victim of an assault in the medium-security unit at Mission Institution.

Correctional Service Canada2026-06-29T11:44:59-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/correctional-service/news/2026/06/death-of-an-inmate-from-archambault-institution.html

On June 27, 2026, Valery Fabrikant, an inmate from Archambault Institution, died while in our custody of apparent natural causes.

Correctional Service Canada2026-06-27T23:53:31-04:00https://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/border-services-agency/news/2026/06/cbsa-lays-criminal-charges-after-seizing-prohibited-firearms-in-lansdowne.html

The Canada Border Services Agency has laid multiple charges against two individuals after seizing several firearms, ammunition, magazines and suspected narcotics at the Lansdowne (Thousand Islands Bridge) port of entry.

Canada Border Services Agency2026-06-26T10:00:00-04:00https://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/border-services-agency/news/2026/06/rcmp-federal-policing--eastern-region-charges-st-johns-man-after-cbsa-intercepts-prohibited-device-being-imported-into-canada.html

RCMP Federal Policing – Eastern Region charges St. John’s man after CBSA intercepts prohibited device being imported into Canada

Canada Border Services Agency2026-06-24T15:41:42-04:00https://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/correctional-service/news/2026/06/seizure-of-contraband-and-unauthorized-items-at-cowansville-institution0.html

On June 14, 2026, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Cowansville Institution, a medium-security federal institution.

Correctional Service Canada2026-06-23T15:01:30-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/correctional-service/news/2026/06/assault-of-an-inmate-at-atlantic-institution.html

On June 11, 2026, an inmate was the victim of an assault at Atlantic Institution, a maximum-security federal institution.

Correctional Service Canada2026-06-22T14:15:27-04:00https://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/correctional-service/news/2026/06/seizures-of-contraband-and-unauthorized-items-at-saskatchewan-penitentiary.html

On June 5, 9 and 11, 2026, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Saskatchewan Penitentiary.

Correctional Service Canada2026-06-16T16:29:32-04:00https://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/correctional-service/news/2026/06/seizure-of-contraband-and-unauthorized-items-at-stony-mountain-institution0.html

On June 10 and 11, 2026, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Stony Mountain Institution.

Correctional Service Canada2026-06-15T15:18:38-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2026/06/national-overdose-deaths-decline-and-federal-response-expands.html

The toxic drug crisis continues to have devastating impacts on individuals, families, and communities across the country. While decreases in deaths and harms are encouraging, as highlighted in the latest national data on substance-related harms released earlier today, deaths remain higher than a decade ago and regional trends remain different across the country.

Health Canada2026-06-15T09:50:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2026/06/targeted-initiatives-to-respond-to-the-illegal-drug-crisis.html

Throughout 2025-26, the federal government took targeted action and continued to support individuals, families and communities. Alongside, the federal government works with all levels of government and key partners to respond to the illegal drug crisis through targeted measures in prevention, harm reduction, treatment, recovery initiatives, and combatting organized drug crime.

Health Canada2026-06-15T09:50:00-04:00https://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/border-services-agency/news/2026/06/cbsa-investigation-results-in-charges-for-significant-firearms-and-drug-offences.html

B.C. resident charged with 21 counts for significant firearm and drug offences, following CBSA investigation

Canada Border Services Agency2026-06-05T13:00:35-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/crown-indigenous-relations-northern-affairs/news/2026/06/fifth-anniversary-report-on-progress-to-end-the-national-crisis-of-missing-and-murdered-indigenous-women-girls-and-2slgbtqi-people.html

Today marks the fifth anniversary of the 2021 Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ People National Action Plan: Ending Violence Against Indigenous Women, Girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ People.

Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada2026-06-03T14:52:05-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/05/government-of-canada-invests-in-youth-crime-prevention-in-edmundston.html

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

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

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

Public Safety Canada2026-05-19T15:04:04-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/correctional-service/news/2026/05/death-of-an-inmate-from-the-regional-psychiatric-centre.html

On May 13, 2026, Andrew Ian, an inmate from the Regional Psychiatric Centre, died while in our custody of apparent natural causes.

Correctional Service Canada2026-05-15T14:46:46-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/05/government-of-canada-invests-in-crime-prevention-in-calgary.html

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

Public Safety Canada2026-05-13T12:45:06-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/05/in-winnipeg-minister-anandasangaree-highlights-investments-in-combatting-crime-from-spring-economic-update-2026.html

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

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

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

Public Safety Canada2026-05-12T17:43:48-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/05/in-montreal-minister-anandasangaree-highlights-investments-in-combatting-crime-from-spring-economic-update-2026.html

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

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

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

Public Safety Canada2026-05-07T16:00:51-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2026/05/chief-mountain-port-of-entry-opens-for-the-summer-season.html

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is advising travellers that the Chief Mountain port of entry will be open for the summer season from Friday, May 15, 2026, to Wednesday, September 30, 2026.

Canada Border Services Agency2026-05-07T10:59:41-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/05/minister-anandasangaree-in-toronto-to-make-an-announcement-about-the-canada-community-security-program.html

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

Public Safety Canada2026-05-05T16:00:58-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/05/minister-anandasangaree-highlights-supports-for-workers-and-young-people-from-spring-economic-update-2026-canada-strong-for-all.html

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

Public Safety Canada2026-05-01T11:27:16-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2026/04/cbsa-immigration-fraud-investigation-in-saskatchewan-leads-to-conviction-and-75k-fine0.html

Following an investigation by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), Regina resident Abdulkader Ali pleaded guilty to two charges related to the falsification of immigration documents in Saskatchewan Provincial Court on February 17, 2026.

Canada Border Services Agency2026-04-30T11:01:17-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/04/government-of-canada-announces-up-to-145-million-to-support-public-safety-and-security-for-the-fifa-world-cup-2026.html

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

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

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

Public Safety Canada2026-04-28T16:49:44-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2026/04/cbsa-investigation-results-in-firearms-seizure-and-charges-against-two-individuals-in-ottawa.html

The Canada Border Services Agency laid multiple charges against two individuals on March 18, 2026, after seizing several firearms and prohibited weapons from a residence in Ottawa, Ontario.

Canada Border Services Agency2026-04-15T10:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2026/04/rcmp-lays-charges-after-cbsa-makes-an-arrest-and-seizes-seven-fraudulent-passports-hidden-in-a-commercial-shipment.html

RCMP lays charges after CBSA seizes seven fraudulent passports hidden in a commercial shipment

Canada Border Services Agency2026-04-14T09:55:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2026/04/cbsa-and-rcmp-joint-immigration-investigation-into-banff-area-hotels-leads-to-conviction-and-70k-fine.html

Following a joint investigation by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), Kevin Kielty pleaded guilty in the Alberta Court of Justice on March 2, 2026, to two counts of unauthorized employment of foreign nationals.

Canada Border Services Agency2026-04-13T12:02:16-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/04/minister-anandasangaree-announces-appointment-of-civilian-review-and-complaints-commission-chairperson-and-vice-chairperson.html

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

Public Safety Canada2026-04-13T12:00:59-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2026/04/cbsa-officers-seize-869-kg-of-cocaine-at-coutts-port-of-entry-in-alberta.html

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is the first line of defence to stop illegal drugs and contraband from entering Canada. On February 15, 2026, CBSA border services officers at Coutts port of entry in southern Alberta intercepted and seized 86.9 kg of suspected cocaine from a commercial truck.

Canada Border Services Agency2026-04-02T11:00:55-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/04/declaration-period-for-the-assault-style-firearms-compensation-program-closing-with-more-than-67000-firearms-declared-for-compensation.html

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

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

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

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

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

Public Safety Canada2026-03-30T15:35:23-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-finance/news/2026/03/minister-champagne-highlights-new-measures-in-montreal-as-part-of-canadas-follow-the-money-strategy-against-extortion.html

Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance and National Revenue, accompanied by Ian Lafrenière, Minister of Public Security of Québec, and Soraya Martinez Ferrada, Mayor of Montréal, highlighted Canada’s new “follow-the-money” strategy to strengthen the country’s ability to detect, disrupt, and prevent extortion across Canada.

Department of Finance Canada2026-03-30T13:38:59-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/correctional-service/news/2026/03/modified-routine-at-the-pe-sakastew-centre.html

On March 27, 2026, a modified routine was put in place at the Pê Sâkâstêw Centre, and all visits were suspended as a precautionary measure due to a potential influenza outbreak.

Correctional Service Canada2026-03-27T21:13:29-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/03/minister-olszewski-to-make-a-crime-prevention-action-fund-announcement-in-edmonton.html

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

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

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

Public Safety Canada2026-03-27T09:02:23-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/correctional-service/news/2026/03/death-of-an-inmate-from-donnacona-institution0.html

On March 24, 2026, Amine Derradji, an inmate from Donnacona Institution, died in hospital following injuries sustained during an altercation involving another inmate.

Correctional Service Canada2026-03-25T14:56:15-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/transport-canada/news/2026/03/government-of-canada-invests-in-canadian-innovation-to-combat-auto-theft.html

Today, the Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, announced that the Government of Canada will provide $1.6 million in funding for three Canadian projects developing innovative vehicle anti-theft technologies.

Transport Canada2026-03-25T11:08:22-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/03/statement-by-the-minister-of-public-safety-in-response-to-the-2026-auditor-generals-audit-of-recruiting-for-the-rcmp.html

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

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

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

Public Safety Canada2026-03-23T09:07:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/correctional-service/news/2026/03/death-of-an-inmate-from-bowden-institution.html

On March 20, 2026, Albert Bellegarde, an inmate from Bowden Institution, died while in our custody.

Correctional Service Canada2026-03-20T19:01:31-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/03/canada-announces-funding-for-indigenous-womens-reintegration-programs.html

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Public Safety Canada2026-03-18T14:25:28-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2026/03/cbsa-seizes-three-assault-style-firearms-and-lays-charges-in-cornwall.html

On March 3, 2026, Canada Border Services Agency officers in Cornwall, Ontario laid charges against an individual after seizing three prohibited assault-style firearms from their vehicle.

Canada Border Services Agency2026-03-17T10:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/03/canada-introduces-new-tools-for-law-enforcement-to-investigate-threats-and-keep-canadians-safe3.html

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

Public Safety Canada2026-03-16T15:03:13-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/03/minister-anandasangaree-names-proposed-foreign-influence-transparency-commissioner.html

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

Public Safety Canada2026-03-13T15:34:07-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2026/03/cbsa-stops-attempt-to-smuggle-112-kg-of-opium-at-pacific-highway-commercial-operations-port-of-entry.html

CBSA prevents an attempt to smuggle 112 kg of opium at Pacific Highway Commercial Operations port of entry

Canada Border Services Agency2026-03-13T13:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/03/canada-introduces-new-tools-for-law-enforcement-to-investigate-threats-and-keep-canadians-safe1.html

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

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

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

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

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

Public Safety Canada2026-03-12T17:34:41-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2026/03/cbsa-seizure-leads-to-six-year-jail-sentence-for-nova-scotia-man-convicted-of-making-3d-firearms.html

CBSA seizure leads to six-year jail sentence for Nova Scotia man convicted of making 3D firearms

Canada Border Services Agency2026-03-12T14:00:45-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2026/03/cbsa-officers-seize-80-kg-of-cocaine-at-kingsgate-port-of-entry-in-bc.html

CBSA officers at Kingsgate port of entry in BC seize 80 kg of cocaine from a commercial truck.

Canada Border Services Agency2026-03-12T13:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/03/backgrounder--securing-access-to-information-in-bill-c-22.html

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

Public Safety Canada2026-03-12T12:50:58-04:00