Hon. Jill McKnight

Hon. Jill McKnightCanada News Centre2026-09-08T12:04:55-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/news.htmlhttps://www.canada.ca/etc/designs/canada/wet-boew/assets/wmms-blk.svgThe Government of Canada extends the federal fuel excise tax relief on gasoline, diesel, and aviation fuels for Canadianshttps://www.canada.ca/en/veterans-affairs-canada/news/2026/09/the-government-of-canada-extends-the-federal-fuel-excise-tax-relief-on-gasoline-diesel-and-aviation-fuels-for-canadians.html

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

Veterans Affairs Canada2026-09-08T12:04:54-04:00Honouring a century of service: Government of Canada supports Legion centennial projects across the countryhttps://www.canada.ca/en/veterans-affairs-canada/news/2026/08/honouring-a-century-of-service-government-of-canada-supports-legion-centennial-projects-across-the-country.html

One hundred years ago in Winnipeg, Veterans’ organizations came together to create what is now The Royal Canadian Legion. For a century, the Legion has played an important role in communities across Canada, supporting Veterans and their families, promoting remembrance and honouring those who served.

Veterans Affairs Canada2026-08-24T09:30:14-04:00Honouring Veterans’ service and preserving their legacy across Albertahttps://www.canada.ca/en/veterans-affairs-canada/news/2026/08/honouring-veterans-service-and-preserving-their-legacy-across-alberta.html

The Honourable Jill McKnight, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, highlighted nearly $300,000 in Commemorative Partnership Program funding for 31 projects across Alberta.

Veterans Affairs Canada2026-08-17T09:30:07-04:00Eight volunteers awarded Commendation for exemplary service to Canadian Veteranshttps://www.canada.ca/en/veterans-affairs-canada/news/2026/08/eight-volunteers-awarded-commendation-for-exemplary-service-to-canadian-veterans.html

The Government of Canada proudly recognizes individuals who make lasting contributions to the well-being of Canadian Veterans and who help preserve the memory of their service, sacrifices and achievements.

Veterans Affairs Canada2026-08-14T16:30:09-04:00Ministers of Veterans Affairs, National Defence, Foreign Affairs and Public Safety mark National Peacekeepers’ Dayhttps://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 Canada2026-08-09T10:35:11-04:00Ministers of Veterans Affairs and National Defence honour Korean War Veterans on Korean War Veterans Dayhttps://www.canada.ca/en/veterans-affairs-canada/news/2026/07/ministers-of-veterans-affairs-and-national-defence-honour-korean-war-veterans-on-korean-war-veterans-day.html

Today, the Honourable Jill McKnight, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, and the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, issued the following statement:

Veterans Affairs Canada2026-07-27T09:00:00-04:00Minister of Veterans Affairs congratulates The Royal Canadian Legion on its 100th anniversaryhttps://www.canada.ca/en/veterans-affairs-canada/news/2026/07/minister-of-veterans-affairs-congratulates-the-royal-canadian-legion-on-its-100th-anniversary.html

Today, the Honourable Jill McKnight, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, issued the following statement.

Veterans Affairs Canada2026-07-17T09:00:00-04:00Ministers of Veterans Affairs and National Defence mark 15 years since the end of Canada’s combat mission in Afghanistanhttps://www.canada.ca/en/veterans-affairs-canada/news/2026/07/ministers-of-veterans-affairs-and-national-defence-mark-15-years-since-the-end-of-canadas-combat-mission-in-afghanistan.html

Fifteen years after the end of Canada’s combat mission in Afghanistan, we honour the more than 40,000 Canadians who served in the longest combat operation in Canada’s history.

Veterans Affairs Canada2026-07-07T09:00:00-04:00Ministers of Veterans Affairs and National Defence mark the 110th anniversary of No. 2 Construction Battalionhttps://www.canada.ca/en/veterans-affairs-canada/news/2026/07/ministers-of-veterans-affairs-and-national-defence-mark-the-110th-anniversary-of-no-2-construction-battalion.html

Veterans Affairs Canada2026-07-05T09:00:00-04:00Government of Canada recognizes nine international volunteers for their exemplary service to Canadian Veteranshttps://www.canada.ca/en/veterans-affairs-canada/news/2026/07/government-of-canada-recognizes-nine-international-volunteers-for-their-exemplary-service-to-canadian-veterans.html

The Government of Canada recognizes individuals who make meaningful contributions to the well-being of Veterans and who help preserve the memory of their service, sacrifices and achievements.

Veterans Affairs Canada2026-07-03T10:00:09-04:00Ministers of Veterans Affairs and National Defence mark 110th anniversaries of the Battle of Beaumont-Hamel and the Battle of the Sommehttps://www.canada.ca/en/veterans-affairs-canada/news/2026/06/ministers-of-veterans-affairs-and-national-defence-mark-110th-anniversaries-of-the-battle-of-beaumont-hamel-and-the-battle-of-the-somme.html

Today we mark a solemn anniversary: the Battle of Beaumont-Hamel, fought on the opening day of the Battle of the Somme during the First World War

Veterans Affairs Canada2026-07-01T10:23:57-04:00Last opportunity for media accreditation for the 110th anniversary of the Battles of the Somme and Beaumont-Hamel: Mandatory Media Accreditation for Signature Commemorative Ceremony in Francehttps://www.canada.ca/en/veterans-affairs-canada/news/2026/06/last-opportunity-for-media-accreditation-for-the-110th-anniversary-of-the-battles-of-the-somme-and-beaumont-hamel-mandatory-media-accreditation-for.html

The Honourable Jill McKnight, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, alongside General Jennie Carignan, Chief of the Defence Staff, and a delegation representing the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, will mark the 110th anniversary of the Battles of the Somme and Beaumont-Hamel with a series of events in Northern France and Belgium, including a Signature Ceremony at the Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial in France on July 1, 2026.

Veterans Affairs Canada2026-06-10T13:00:00-04:00110th anniversary of the Battles of the Somme and Beaumont-Hamel: Mandatory Media Accreditation for Signature Commemorative Ceremony in Francehttps://www.canada.ca/en/veterans-affairs-canada/news/2026/06/110th-anniversary-of-the-battles-of-the-somme-and-beaumont-hamel-mandatory-media-accreditation-for-signature-commemorative-ceremony-in-france.html

Veterans Affairs Canada2026-06-01T13:17:53-04:00Government of Canada to host a groundbreaking ceremony to launch the construction of the National Monument to Canada’s Mission in Afghanistanhttps://www.canada.ca/en/veterans-affairs-canada/news/2026/05/government-of-canada-to-host-a-groundbreaking-ceremony-to-launch-the-construction-of-the-national-monument-to-canadas-mission-in-afghanistan.html

The Honourable Jill McKnight, Minister Veteran Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, alongside the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety and the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture and Minister responsible for Official Languages, will be joined by key stakeholders, Veterans, and local students to officially launch the construction phase of the National Monument to Canada’s Mission in Afghanistan.

Veterans Affairs Canada2026-05-01T16:10:25-04:00Ministers of Veterans Affairs and National Defence honour memory of Kapyong defendershttps://www.canada.ca/en/veterans-affairs-canada/news/2026/04/ministers-of-veterans-affairs-and-national-defence-honour-memory-of-kapyong-defenders.html

Veterans Affairs Canada2026-04-25T09:00:00-04:00Government extends excise duty relief, provides direct support to Canadian breweries, distilleries and wine makershttps://www.canada.ca/en/veterans-affairs-canada/news/2026/04/government-extends-excise-duty-relief-provides-direct-support-to-canadian-breweries-distilleries-and-wine-makers.html

Building a stronger economy at home, protecting Canadian jobs and sectors, and making life more affordable

Veterans Affairs Canada2026-04-02T15:00:51-04:00Minister McKnight in Delta to highlight local business support measures, protecting Canadian brewers, distilleries and wine makers in British Columbiahttps://www.canada.ca/en/veterans-affairs-canada/news/2026/04/minister-mcknight-in-delta-to-highlight-local-business-support-measures-protecting-canadian-brewers-distilleries-and-wine-makers-in-british-columbia.html

The Honourable Jill McKnight, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, on behalf of the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance and National Revenue, will outline the Government of Canada’s latest suite of measures to better support local businesses and protect jobs.

Veterans Affairs Canada2026-04-01T16:00:19-04:00Canada continues to invest in defence to strengthen national securityhttps://www.canada.ca/en/veterans-affairs-canada/news/2026/04/canada-continues-to-invest-in-defence-to-strengthen-national-security.html

VAC Minister McKnight visits CFB Esquimalt, highlights NATO 2% targeted spending

Veterans Affairs Canada2026-04-01T13:00:42-04:00Government of Canada to announce investments in Western Canada supporting the Canadian Armed Forces following achievement of the NATO 2% defence spending targethttps://www.canada.ca/en/veterans-affairs-canada/news/2026/03/government-of-canada-to-announce-investments-in-western-canada-supporting-the-canadian-armed-forces-following-achievement-of-the-nato-2-defence-spe.html

Media are invited to attend an announcement by The Honourable Jill McKnight, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National highlighting investments following achievement of the NATO 2% defence spending target.

Veterans Affairs Canada2026-03-31T15:00:52-04:00Minister of Veterans Affairs marks 20 years since the end of Operation Danacahttps://www.canada.ca/en/veterans-affairs-canada/news/2026/03/minister-of-veterans-affairs-marks-20-years-since-the-end-of-operation-danaca.html

Today, the Honourable Jill McKnight, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, issued the following statement...

Veterans Affairs Canada2026-03-24T16:50:25-04:00Government of Canada to host wreath-laying ceremony at the National War Memorial to mark the 35th anniversary of Operation Friction and the end of the Gulf Warhttps://www.canada.ca/en/veterans-affairs-canada/news/2026/03/government-of-canada-to-host-wreath-laying-ceremony-at-the-national-war-memorial-to-mark-the-35th-anniversary-of-operation-friction-and-the-end-of-.html

As part of the Government of Canada’s commemoration of the 35th anniversary of Operation Friction and the end of the Gulf War, Veterans Affairs Canada will host a short wreath-laying ceremony at the National War Memorial in Ottawa.

Veterans Affairs Canada2026-03-03T14:00:37-05:00Ministers of Veterans Affairs and National Defence mark 35 years since the end of the Gulf Warhttps://www.canada.ca/en/veterans-affairs-canada/news/2026/02/ministers-of-veterans-affairs-and-national-defence-mark-35-years-since-the-end-of-the-gulf-war.html

Veterans Affairs Canada2026-02-28T09:00:00-05:00Government of Canada to host national ceremony commemorating the 35th anniversary of Operation Friction and the end of the Gulf Warhttps://www.canada.ca/en/veterans-affairs-canada/news/2026/02/government-of-canada-to-host-national-ceremony-commemorating-the-35th-anniversary-of-operation-friction-and-the-end-of-the-gulf-war.html

The Government of Canada will host a commemorative event to mark the 35th anniversary of Operation Friction and the end of the Gulf War.

Veterans Affairs Canada2026-02-26T14:00:04-05:00Government of Canada to host wreath-laying ceremony at the Fairview Legion to mark the 35th anniversary of Operation Friction and the end of the Gulf Warhttps://www.canada.ca/en/veterans-affairs-canada/news/2026/02/government-of-canada-to-host-wreath-laying-ceremony-at-the-fairview-legion-to-mark-the-35th-anniversary-of-operation-friction-and-the-end-of-the-gu.html

The Government of Canada will host a wreath-laying ceremony at the Fairview Legion Cenotaph.

Veterans Affairs Canada2026-02-25T20:59:12-05:00Ministers of Veterans Affairs and National Defence mark 30 years since the end of Operation LANCEhttps://www.canada.ca/en/veterans-affairs-canada/news/2026/02/ministers-of-veterans-affairs-and-national-defence-mark-30-years-since-the-end-of-operation-lance.html

Veterans Affairs Canada2026-02-15T09:00:00-05:00Extending Access to the Veteran Family Telemedicine Servicehttps://www.canada.ca/en/veterans-affairs-canada/news/2026/02/extending-access-to-the-veteran-family-telemedicine-service.html

The federal government, in partnership with Canadian Forces Morale Welfare Services (CFMWS) continues to support the healthcare needs of Veterans and their families by extending and expanding access to the Veteran Family Telemedicine Service (VFTS).

Veterans Affairs Canada2026-02-09T13:00:37-05:00Minister McKnight highlights continued support of the 9-8-8: Suicide Crisis Helpline in British Columbiahttps://www.canada.ca/en/veterans-affairs-canada/news/2026/01/minister-mcknight-highlights-continued-support-of-the-9-8-8-suicide-crisis-helpline-in-british-columbia.html

Today, the Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, the Honourable Jill McKnight, visited Deltassit, a non-profit organization dedicated to the well being of the people of Delta, to highlight that the federal government will invest up to $120.2 million over the next two years to support the continued operations of the 9-8-8: Suicide Crisis Helpline, as announced by the Honorable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, on January 16, 2026.

Veterans Affairs Canada2026-01-16T14:00:00-05:00Government welcomes Canada Growth Fund investment in Canadian cleantech company Mangrove Lithiumhttps://www.canada.ca/en/department-finance/news/2026/01/government-welcomes-canada-growth-fund-investment-in-canadian-cleantech-company-mangrove-lithium.html

Today, the Honourable Jill McKnight, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, on behalf of the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance and National Revenue, welcomed a strategic investment of up to US$65 million (approximately C$89.6 million) by the Canada Growth Fund in Mangrove Water Technologies Inc. (“Mangrove Lithium”), as part of a US$85 million structured financing package with BMW i Ventures and Breakthrough Energy Ventures.

Department of Finance Canada2026-01-15T13:00:15-05:00Minister McKnight to welcome an investment in Delta supporting clean technologieshttps://www.canada.ca/en/department-finance/news/2026/01/minister-mcknight-to-welcome-an-investment-in-delta-supporting-clean-technologies.html

The Honourable Jill McKnight, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, on behalf of the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance and National Revenue, will welcome an important investment in support of building Canada’s clean economy. A media availability and tour of the facility will follow.

Department of Finance Canada2026-01-14T10:00:23-05:00The Government of Canada recognizes Gulf War Illnesshttps://www.canada.ca/en/veterans-affairs-canada/news/2025/12/the-government-of-canada-recognizes-gulf-war-illness.html

The Government of Canada remains steadfast in the unwavering commitment to honour and support our country’s Veterans, including those who have served during times of war, armed conflict and peace.

Veterans Affairs Canada2025-12-18T09:01:29-05:00Colonel (Ret’d) Nishika Jardine reappointed as Veterans Ombudhttps://www.canada.ca/en/veterans-affairs-canada/news/2025/11/colonel-retd-nishika-jardine-reappointed-as-veterans-ombud.html

The Honourable Jill McKnight, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, is pleased to re-appoint Colonel (Ret’d) Nishika Jardine to the role of Veterans Ombud.

Veterans Affairs Canada2025-11-21T14:35:07-05:00Ministers of Veterans Affairs, National Defence and Public Safety mark Remembrance Dayhttps://www.canada.ca/en/veterans-affairs-canada/news/2025/11/ministers-of-veterans-affairs-national-defence-and-public-safety-mark-remembrance-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 and the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, issued the following statement to mark Remembrance Day

Veterans Affairs Canada2025-11-11T09:13:14-05:00Ministers of Veterans Affairs, National Defence, Indigenous Services, Crown-Indigenous Relations, and Northern and Arctic Affairs united to mark Indigenous Veterans Dayhttps://www.canada.ca/en/veterans-affairs-canada/news/2025/11/ministers-of-veterans-affairs-national-defence-indigenous-services-crown-indigenous-relations-and-northern-and-arctic-affairs-united-to-mark-indige.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 Mandy Gull-Masty, Minister of Indigenous Services, the Honourable Rebecca Alty, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and the Honourable Rebecca Chartrand, Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs, issued the following statement to mark Indigenous Veterans Day

Veterans Affairs Canada2025-11-08T09:00:00-05:00Ministers of Veterans Affairs Canada and National Defence mark 20th anniversary of the end of Operation UNISONhttps://www.canada.ca/en/veterans-affairs-canada/news/2025/10/ministers-of-veterans-affairs-canada-and-national-defence-mark-20th-anniversary-of-the-end-of-operation-unison.html

Veterans Affairs Canada2025-10-06T09:02:11-04:00Ministers of National Defence and Veterans Affairs recognize the 85th Anniversary of the Battle of Britainhttps://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2025/09/ministers-of-national-defence-and-veterans-affairs-recognize-the-85th-anniversary-of-the-battle-of-britain.html

The Honourable David McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, and the Honourable Jill McKnight, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, have issued the following statement:

National Defence2025-09-21T11:00:00-04:00Ministers of Veterans Affairs and National Defence mark 110th anniversary of Newfoundland Regiment’s arrival at Gallipolihttps://www.canada.ca/en/veterans-affairs-canada/news/2025/09/ministers-of-veterans-affairs-and-national-defence-mark-110th-anniversary-of-newfoundland-regiments-arrival-at-gallipoli.html

Veterans Affairs Canada2025-09-20T09:00:00-04:00Veterans Affairs Canada will host a ceremony in Vancouver commemorating the 80th anniversary of the End of the Second World War and the Victory in Asia and the Pacifichttps://www.canada.ca/en/veterans-affairs-canada/news/2025/08/veterans-affairs-canada-will-host-a-ceremony-in-vancouver-commemorating-the-80th-anniversary-of-the-end-of-the-second-world-war-and-the-victory-in-.html

Veterans Affairs Canada will host a commemorative event at Vancouver’s Sunset Beach to mark the 80th anniversary of the End of the Second World War and the Victory in Asia and the Pacific.

Veterans Affairs Canada2025-08-15T16:00:35-04:00Ministers of Veterans Affairs and National Defence mark Victory in Asia and the Pacific and the End of Second World Warhttps://www.canada.ca/en/veterans-affairs-canada/news/2025/08/ministers-of-veterans-affairs-and-national-defence-mark-victory-in-asia-and-the-pacific-and-the-end-of-second-world-war.html

Veterans Affairs Canada2025-08-15T09:00:05-04:00Minister of Veterans Affairs will attend a commemorative ceremony to mark the 80th anniversary of the End of the Second World War and the Victory in Asia and the Pacifichttps://www.canada.ca/en/veterans-affairs-canada/news/2025/08/minister-of-veterans-affairs-will-attend-a-commemorative-ceremony-to-mark-the-80th-anniversary-of-the-end-of-the-second-world-war-and-the-victory-i.html

The Honourable Jill McKnight, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, will lay a wreath during a commemorative ceremony at the Chinatown Memorial Monument hosted by Army, Navy and Air Force Veterans (ANAVET) Pacific Unit No. 280 to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the End of the Second World War and the Victory in Asia and the Pacific.

Veterans Affairs Canada2025-08-14T17:07:52-04:00Veterans Affairs Canada will host a ceremony in Ottawa commemorating the 80th anniversary of the End of the Second World War and the Victory in Asia and the Pacifichttps://www.canada.ca/en/veterans-affairs-canada/news/2025/08/veterans-affairs-canada-will-host-a-ceremony-in-ottawa-commemorating-the-80th-anniversary-of-the-end-of-the-second-world-war-and-the-victory-in-asi.html

Marie-France Lalonde, Member of Parliament for Orleans, will deliver remarks and lay a wreath on behalf of the Government of Canada at an event commemorating the 80th anniversary of the End of the Second World War and Victory in Asia and the Pacific.

Veterans Affairs Canada2025-08-14T17:02:04-04:00Ministers of Veterans Affairs, National Defence, Foreign Affairs and Public Safety mark National Peacekeepers’ Dayhttps://www.canada.ca/en/veterans-affairs-canada/news/2025/08/ministers-of-veterans-affairs-national-defence-foreign-affairs-and-public-safety-mark-national-peacekeepers-day.html

Veterans Affairs Canada2025-08-09T09:00:00-04:00Government of Canada to mark the 25th anniversary of the entombment of Canada’s Unknown Soldierhttps://www.canada.ca/en/veterans-affairs-canada/news/2025/05/government-of-canada-to-mark-the-25th-anniversary-of-the-entombment-of-canadas-unknown-soldier.html

Veterans Affairs Canada will host a commemorative ceremony at the National War Memorial in Ottawa to mark the 25th anniversary of the entombment of Canada’s Unknown Soldier.

Veterans Affairs Canada2025-05-27T17:00:10-04:00