Canada News Centre2026-09-10T17:49:03-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/news.htmlhttps://www.canada.ca/etc/designs/canada/wet-boew/assets/wmms-blk.svghttps://www.canada.ca/en/parks-canada/news/2026/09/backgrounder-parks-canada-national-fire-equipment-cache-completion-september-2026.html

Parks Canada National Fire Equipment Cache Completion.

Parks Canada2026-09-10T16:44:41-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canada-water-agency/news/2026/09/protecting-fresh-water-canada-water-agency-invests-over-480000-in-three-new-projects-across-the-fraser-river.html

Over $480,000 for three new projects funded through the Fraser River Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative.

Canada Water Agency2026-09-10T13:15:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2026/09/secretary-of-state-mclean-announces-funding-for-alberta-seniors.html

The Government of Canada is taking action to make life more affordable for seniors and to help them stay active and connected to their communities.

Employment and Social Development Canada2026-09-09T18:26:22-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canada-water-agency/news/2026/09/canada-and-manitoba-renew-commitment-to-lake-winnipeg-as-canada-announces-over-28-million-for-freshwater-projects.html

The Canada–Manitoba Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Respecting Lake Winnipeg and the Lake Winnipeg Basin supports communication, consensus-building, science collaboration, and the advancement of shared priorities to inform decisions and actions that support the long-term health of Lake Winnipeg and its basin. The Lake Winnipeg Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative provides financial support for partner-led projects that improve the water quality and ecological health of Lake Winnipeg.

Canada Water Agency2026-09-09T10:45:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canada-water-agency/news/2026/09/canada-invests-in-31-new-projects-to-improve-the-health-of-the-great-lakes.html

Canada announced an investment of $420 million over 10 years, starting in 2023, through the Great Lakes Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative, to accelerate the restoration and protection of the Great Lakes.

Canada Water Agency2026-09-09T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/prairies-economic-development/news/2026/09/backgrounder-government-of-canada-investments-defend-saskatchewan-workers-and-businesses-from-us-tariffs.html

PrairiesCan support is helping more businesses across the Prairies respond to global trade pressures

Prairies Economic Development Canada2026-09-08T12:45:40-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/pacific-economic-development/news/2026/09/backgrounder-government-of-canada-invests-over-11-million-to-strengthen-businesses-jobs-and-communities-in-northern-bc.html

The Government of Canada, through PacifiCan, is investing in businesses across Northern B.C. to support jobs, productivity, and growth, including in key sectors affected by global trade disruptions.

Pacific Economic Development Canada2026-09-04T12:28:14-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/environment-climate-change/news/2026/09/canadas-changing-climate.html

The impact of global climate change is affecting every region of Canada. From coast-to-coast-to-coast, we are experiencing rising temperatures, changing precipitation patterns, declining snow and ice cover, changing freshwater availability, rising sea levels, increasing wildfire risk, and more frequent and severe climate extremes.

Environment and Climate Change Canada2026-09-03T14:16:15-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/prairies-economic-development/news/2026/09/backgrounder-federal-investment-helps-defend-winnipegs-advanced-manufacturing-sector-against-us-tariffs.html

The projects will help manufacturers grow, improve productivity, strengthen domestic supply chains and reach new markets.

Prairies Economic Development Canada2026-09-03T11:05:02-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2026/09/14m-in-federal-support-helps-nova-scotia-businesses-modernize-to-navigate-trade-pressures.html

$14M in federal support helps Nova Scotia businesses modernize to navigate trade pressures

Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2026-09-02T13:15:58-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/prairies-economic-development/news/2026/09/backgrounder-government-of-canada-announces-investments-to-support-saskatchewan-workers-and-businesses.html

$11.6 million for 10 projects led by 8 Saskatoon-based organizations through the Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI)

Prairies Economic Development Canada2026-09-02T13:15:35-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/parks-canada/news/2026/09/closeto-130-million-invested-in-critical-infrastructure-and-heritage-asset-improvements-in-parks-canada-administered-places-across-cape-bretonunama.html

Close to $130 million invested in critical infrastructure and heritage asset Improvements in Parks Canada administered places across Cape Breton/Unama’ki and Canso Cape Breton Field Unit, Parks Canada.

Parks Canada2026-09-01T10:45:42-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2026/09/atlantic-canadian-companies-and-organizations-taking-part-in-smm-hamburg-2026.html

Canada helps 20 Atlantic ocean tech companies reach global shipbuilding markets - Investment helps companies from across the region reach new buyers as Canada builds its shipbuilding industry at home

Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2026-09-01T10:07:19-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/08/biographical-note---amanda-strohan.html

Amanda Strohan (BAdmin, University of Regina, 2001) joined the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade in 2001. Overseas, she served as second secretary and vice-consul in Moscow (2002 to 2004), counsellor and consul general in Beirut (2004 to 2008), counsellor and consul in Rabat (2008 to 2011), counsellor and consul in Brussels (2013 to 2018) and minister-counsellor (2018 to 2021) and deputy high commissioner in New Delhi with concurrent accreditation to Nepal and Bhutan (2021 to 2023).

Global Affairs Canada2026-09-01T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-southern-ontario/news/2026/08/nine-hamilton-businesses-receive-government-of-canada-support-to-strengthen-canadian-supply-chains-and-drive-growth.html

Today, the Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), announced a combined repayable investment of over $12.5 million to support nine Hamilton-area businesses as they respond to tariff-related pressures, strengthen domestic supply chains, and position themselves for long-term growth.

Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario2026-08-31T11:13:36-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/pacific-economic-development/news/2026/08/backgrounder-government-of-canada-invests-over-10-million-to-help-lower-mainland-businesses-navigate-trade-disruptions-and-seize-new-opportunities.html

As global trade pressures persist, the Government of Canada is protecting Canadian workers and businesses, defending industries harmed by U.S. tariffs, and helping Canadian producers compete with U.S. products in the Canadian market.

Pacific Economic Development Canada2026-08-28T16:45:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2026/08/backgrounder0.html

Canada is facing growing workforce pressures driven by skilled labour shortages, economic uncertainty and rapid changes across key sectors of the economy. At the same time, major projects, industrial priorities and emerging economic opportunities are increasing demand for skilled workers across the country. The Sectoral Workforce Innovation Fund (SWIF) is a contribution program that will invest, in projects that help industries and regions recruit, train and retain the workforce they need to grow.

Employment and Social Development Canada2026-08-28T15:24:04-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-southern-ontario/news/2026/08/five-etobicoke-businesses-receive-support-to-grow-strengthen-competitiveness-and-diversify.html

Today, James Maloney, Member of Parliament for Etobicoke-Lakeshore, on behalf of the Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), announced a combined repayable investment of more than $6.6 million to support the growth of five Etobicoke-based businesses as they strengthen capabilities and seize new growth opportunities.

Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario2026-08-27T11:49:04-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2026/08/backgrounder-secretary-of-state-mclean-announces-funding-for-12-projects-in-vancouver-granville-through-the-new-horizons-for-seniors-program.html

Backgrounder: Secretary of State McLean announces funding for 12 projects in Vancouver Granville through the New Horizons for Seniors Program

Employment and Social Development Canada2026-08-26T15:17:38-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-southern-ontario/news/2026/08/nine-organizations-receive-support-to-strengthen-opportunities-for-black-led-businesses-and-entrepreneurs-across-southern-ontario.html

Today, the Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), announced a combined non-repayable investment of nearly $15 million to support nine organizations in southern Ontario to expand entrepreneurship training, mentorship, business advisory services, technology adoption supports and market access opportunities for Black entrepreneurs and business owners across the region.

Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario2026-08-26T11:35:33-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-finance/news/2026/08/support-for-canadian-workers-and-businesses-affected-by-us-tariffs.html

The government is introducing a $7.5 billion package of new and enhanced measures to protect Canadian workers and businesses, building on the nearly $25 billion in supports the government has implemented over the past 18 months. This targeted and proportionate package focuses on workers and businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises, in sectors most affected by the new tariffs announced by the United States.

Department of Finance Canada2026-08-25T11:04:40-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-finance/news/2026/08/list-of-products-from-the-united-states-subject-to-counter-tariffs-effective-september-8-2026.html

Effective September 8, 2026, Canada will impose 15, 25, and 50 per cent tariffs on products drawn from those targeted by U.S. Section 338 and Section 232 tariffs, with individual product rates based on the matching U.S. rate for the same goods.

Department of Finance Canada2026-08-25T11:04:15-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2026/08/backgrounder-government-of-canada-to-help-bring-high-speed-internet-access-to-communities-across-ontario.html

On August 24, Pauline Rochefort, Parliamentary Secretary to the Secretary of State for Rural Development, on behalf of the Honourable Buckley Belanger, Secretary of State for Rural Development, announced funding to bring high-speed Internet access to communities in Ontario.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2026-08-24T12:03:04-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/08/project-announcements-made-by-secretary-of-state-sarai-during-visit-to-lebanon-and-jordan.html

The Honourable Randeep Sarai, Secretary of State (International Development), announced funding of almost $80 million for 9 projects to strengthen gender equality, human rights, humanitarian assistance, social infrastructure, food security and economic growth and to reduce gender-based violence across Lebanon and Jordan.

Global Affairs Canada2026-08-24T11:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/veterans-affairs-canada/news/2026/08/backgrounder-honouring-a-century-of-service-government-of-canada-supports-legion-centennial-projects-across-the-country.html

The following information is in addition to the news release issued on 24 August 2026[OB1.1], on Veterans Affairs Canada’s Commemorative Partnership Program and recipient organizations.

Veterans Affairs Canada2026-08-24T09:30:43-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/08/biographical-notes--diplomatic-appointments1.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointments:

Global Affairs Canada2026-08-20T09:00:13-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2026/08/backgrounder-competition-bureau-seeks-to-block-norteras-proposed-acquisition-of-bgs-green-giant-and-le-sieur-canadian-vegetable-business.html

Backgrounder: Competition Bureau seeks to block Nortera’s proposed acquisition of B&G’s Green Giant and Le Sieur Canadian vegetable businessAugust 19, 2026

Competition Bureau Canada2026-08-19T09:18:22-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/08/responding-to-canadas-2026-wildfire-season.html

Wildfires continue to impact communities across Canada. The Government of Canada’s Wildfires 2026 web page includes vital information about programs, policies and initiatives to keep Canadians informed about the ongoing wildfire situation across the country.

Public Safety Canada2026-08-18T14:34:45-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/housing-infrastructure-communities/news/2026/08/federal-government-builds-strong-infrastructure-across-ontario0.html

The Government of Canada is providing more than $932 million through the Build Communities Strong Fund’s Community stream for 652 recipients across Ontario in 2026-2027. These funds provide communities with stable and flexible funding for their infrastructure priorities across a wide range of categories. The funding enables local roads boards and municipalities to plan for their current and future needs, improve housing supply, and create connected communities.

Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada2026-08-18T11:54:55-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/fednor/news/2026/08/government-of-canada-investing-over-17-million-to-enhance-economic-development-in-the-parry-sound---muskoka-area.html

Today, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for FedNor, announced Government of Canada investments totalling $1,766,712 for five economic development projects in the Parry Sound—Muskoka area. The funding is provided through FedNor’s Regional Economic Growth through Innovation program as well as the Regional Homebuilding Innovation Initiative for Northern Ontario.

Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario - FedNor2026-08-18T10:18:21-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/08/prime-minister-carney-announces-the-largest-clean-energy-investment-in-north-american-history.html

On August 17, 2026, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, alongside the Premier of Québec, Christine Fréchette, the Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, Tony Wakeham, and the CEOs of Hydro-Québec and Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro, announced a package including up to $10 billion in federal financial support and investments to expand clean electricity generation and transmission in Labrador through upgrades to Churchill Falls, development of the Gull Island hydroelectric project, and enabling infrastructure needed to support critical minerals development in the Labrador Trough. As part of this agreement, the federal government will guarantee the financing to develop the massive and long-discussed Gull Island power project.

Natural Resources Canada2026-08-17T12:15:34-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/veterans-affairs-canada/news/2026/08/backgrounder-honouring-veterans-service-and-preserving-their-legacy-across-alberta.html

The following information is in addition to the news release issued on 17 August 2026, on Veterans Affairs Canada’s Commemorative Partnership Program and recipient organizations.

Veterans Affairs Canada2026-08-17T09:30:19-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/08/backgrounder-canada-imposes-sanctions-on-individuals-whose-activities-contribute-to-irans-efforts-to-obstruct-navigation-rights-in-and-around-the-s.html

Despite decades of concerted efforts by the international community, the Islamic Republic of Iran (Iran) continues to undermine international peace and security through its destabilizing activities across the Middle East region and elsewhere. These include armed attacks on neighbouring states and malign actions to disrupt navigation in and around the Strait of Hormuz.

Global Affairs Canada2026-08-14T12:29:03-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/housing-infrastructure-communities/news/2026/08/backgrounder-building-canada-strong-investing-in-transportation-infrastructure-in-north-bay.html

The federal government is investing $1,155,640 in this Active Transportation Fund (ATF) project. The City of North Bay is contributing $770,426. The federal government is investing $820,000 in Baseline Funding (BF) for three projects with a combined investment with North Bay of approximately $1,950,000.

Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada2026-08-14T12:26:33-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/08/biographical-notes--diplomatic-appointments0.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointments:

Global Affairs Canada2026-08-13T08:59:29-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/environment-climate-change/news/2026/08/new-targeted-warnings-for-severe-thunderstorms-and-tornadoes.html

Environment and Climate Change Canada is changing how we issue severe thunderstorm and tornado warnings.

Environment and Climate Change Canada2026-08-12T11:49:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2026/08/backgrounder-canadian-cannabis-and-brain-health-consortium.html

The Canadian Cannabis and Brain Health Consortium is bringing together leading researchers from across Canada to advance understanding of how cannabis affects brain health throughout the lifespan. These multidisciplinary projects will investigate cannabis use across diverse populations and health conditions—from pregnancy, youth and aging to mental health, psychosis, epilepsy, PTSD, sleep and cannabis use disorder. Together, the research will generate evidence to better inform clinical care, public health policy and harm reduction strategies.

Canadian Institutes of Health Research2026-08-12T08:59:43-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/environment-climate-change/news/2026/08/the-government-of-canada-invests-342-million-to-support-climate-resilience.html

On August 12, 2026, Environment and Climate Change Canada and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities announced 141 municipal adaptation projects receiving around $34.2 million through the Green Municipal Fund’s Local Leadership for Climate Adaptation initiative.

Environment and Climate Change Canada2026-08-12T07:31:13-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/fisheries-oceans/news/2026/08/small-craft-harbours-announcement-red-head-harbour-morell-pei.html

Under Spring Economic Update 2026, Fisheries and Oceans Canada is investing almost $1 billion over five years to repair, maintain and modernize Canada’s small craft harbours.

Fisheries and Oceans Canada2026-08-11T12:39:28-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/housing-infrastructure-communities/news/2026/08/backgrounder--transit-improvements-in-sarnia.html

The federal government is investing $4,733,737 through the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program – Public Transit Infrastructure Stream to support 3 public transit projects across Sarnia, Ontario.

Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada2026-08-11T11:30:37-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2026/08/federal-investment-of-12-million-strengthens-tourism-and-cultural-experiences-in-nova-scotia.html

Investments in tourism, culture, and community infrastructure make experiences possible, drawing visitors, supporting local businesses, creating jobs, and strengthening the unique character of communities across the region. In doing so, they build dynamic places where people want to live, work, and visit.

Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2026-08-11T10:02:38-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2026/08/backgrounder-the-government-of-canada-invests-over-19m-to-support-indigenous-economic-participation-in-the-northwest-territories.html

The Government of Canada, through CanNor, is providing up to $1,982,199 to four Indigenous-led projects that will help expand business operations and empower Indigenous youth.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2026-08-10T16:31:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/pacific-economic-development/news/2026/08/backgrounder-government-of-canada-invests-over-30-million-to-help-bc-businesses-navigate-trade-disruptions-and-seize-new-opportunities.html

As global trade disruptions continue to create business uncertainty, the Government of Canada is investing in B.C. businesses to help them adapt and seize new opportunities for growth.

Pacific Economic Development Canada2026-08-10T14:00:32-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2026/08/backgrounder-building-a-strong-mobile-and-sustainable-early-childhood-education-workforce.html

Building a Strong, Mobile, and Sustainable Early Childhood Education Workforce

Employment and Social Development Canada2026-08-10T09:00:30-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/08/backgrounder-project-announcements-made-by-minister-anand-during-travels-to-benin-and-cote-divoire.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced more than $85 million in funding and financing for projects in Benin, Côte d’Ivoire and the region. These initiatives will support women’s economic empowerment, economic growth, education and security.

Global Affairs Canada2026-08-07T14:25:43-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/environment-climate-change/news/2026/08/expert-taskforce-on-natural-capital-accounting-and-nature-financing-members-biographies.html

Expert Taskforce on Natural Capital Accounting and Nature Financing Members’ Biographies

Environment and Climate Change Canada2026-08-07T11:26:36-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/08/biographical-notes--diplomatic-appointments.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointments

Global Affairs Canada2026-08-06T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/housing-infrastructure-communities/news/2026/08/canada-and-toronto-announce-new-partnership-to-build-thousands-of-new-homes.html

Today, Canada and the City of Toronto announced a new partnership to unlock 18 housing projects that will deliver more than 5,600 rental homes across Toronto, including affordable, supportive, rent-geared-to-income and rent-controlled housing. This partnership advances projects through two federal housing streams:

Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada2026-08-05T14:27:20-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/defence-investment-agency/news/2026/08/the-government-of-canada-awards-a-military-communications-contract-to-support-arctic-sovereignty-and-national-security.html

The Government of Canada is awarding an initial contract valued at approximately $2.3 billion (before tax) to Telesat LEO ULC (Telesat) as part of the Enhanced Satellite Communications Project – Polar (ESCP-P) to defend the country, protect Canadians, and support jobs and innovation by strengthening secure and reliable military communications for the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), particularly in the Arctic and high-latitude regions. The contract also includes two option periods of approximately $214 million and $218 million (before tax).

Defence Investment Agency2026-08-04T07:25:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/environment-climate-change/news/2026/07/government-of-canada-continues-investments-in-electric-vehicle-infrastructure-and-education.html

On July 30, 2026, the Honourable Julie Dabrusin, Minister of the Environment, Climate Change and Nature, announced more than $11 million for 23 electric vehicle charging infrastructure and education projects across Canada.

Environment and Climate Change Canada2026-07-30T13:25:12-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-justice/news/2026/07/human-trafficking-project-descriptions.html

Nine organizations across Canada will receive over $3.35 million in funding over three fiscal years (2026-2029) through the Department of Justice Canada. These investments support projects that help prevent human trafficking, improve services for victims and survivors, and protect people who may be at greater risk of being trafficked or exploited.

Department of Justice Canada2026-07-30T11:01:14-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/07/backgrounder-canada-invests-in-clean-energy-projects-across-yukon-nunavut-and-the-northwest-territories-to-secure-affordable-reliable-clean-power.html

The Honourable Julie Dabrusin, Minister of Environment, Climate Change and Nature, and Brendan Hanley, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs, announced nearly $7 million in funding for eight clean energy projects in Yukon, the Northwest Territories and Nunavut

Natural Resources Canada2026-07-29T13:00:53-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2026/07/backgrounder-government-of-canada-supports-the-strength-and-promotion-of-french-in-saskatchewan.html

The Government of Canada supports the vitality of the French language in Saskatchewan.

Canadian Heritage2026-07-28T12:50:42-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-southern-ontario/news/2026/07/thirteen-niagara-region-businesses-receive-support-to-strengthen-resiliency-and-grow.html

Today, Chris Bittle, Member of Parliament for St. Catherines, on behalf of the Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), announced a combined investment of over $11.3 million to help 13 Niagara Region businesses as they strengthen capabilities and seize new growth opportunities amid shifting global market conditions.

Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario2026-07-28T11:24:51-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2026/07/government-of-canada-rural-consultation.html

Government of Canada rural consultation

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2026-07-27T12:00:22-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/biographical-note--diplomatic-appointment.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointment

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-27T09:00:12-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/innovation-science-economic-development/news/2026/07/backgrounder-government-of-canada-to-help-bring-high-speed-internet-access-to-saskatchewan-communities.html

On July 24, 2026, the Honourable Buckley Belanger, Secretary of State for Rural Development, announced over $141 million in funding to bring high-speed Internet access to communities in Saskatchewan.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada2026-07-24T13:01:27-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2026/07/gordie-howe-international-bridge-port-of-entry.html

Canada Border Services Agency: Gordie Howe International Bridge Port of Entry

Canada Border Services Agency2026-07-24T11:58:59-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/07/communities-included-in-agristability-late-application-filing-penalty-waiver.html

The governments of Canada and Manitoba are providing targeted AgriStability enhancements for producers impacted by flooding in June and July 2026.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-07-23T16:05:56-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/07/defence-drone-initiative.html

The Government of Canada launched the Defence Drone Initiative (DDI) to accelerate the development, testing, adaptation, and production of uncrewed and autonomous systems for the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and the Canadian Coast Guard (CCG).

National Defence2026-07-23T14:22:18-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-southern-ontario/news/2026/07/government-of-canada-supports-23-waterloo-and-brant-region-businesses-and-organizations-to-scale-accelerate-innovate-and-strengthen-economic-resili.html

Today, the Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for FedDev Ontario, announced a combined investment of nearly $40.5 million for 23 businesses and organizations across the Waterloo and Brant regions to support growth, innovation, and competitiveness in key sectors, including advanced manufacturing, emerging technologies, and defence.

Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario2026-07-23T10:42:58-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/biographical-notes--diplomatic-appointments3.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointment:

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-23T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/prairies-economic-development/news/2026/07/backgrounder-government-of-canada-announces-support-for-agriculture-sector-in-saskatchewan.html

PrairiesCan is investing more than $10 million for nine projects in Saskatchewan through the Business Scale-up and Productivity (BSP) program, Regional Innovation Ecosystems (RIE) program, and Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI).

Prairies Economic Development Canada2026-07-22T16:19:41-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/parks-canada/news/2026/07/proposed-national-urban-park-in-the-windsor-area.html

Proposed National Urban Park in the Windsor Area.

Parks Canada2026-07-20T08:18:06-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2026/07/backgrounder-summary-of-items-from-the-2026-annual-meeting-of-federal-provincial-and-territorial-fpt-ministers-of-agriculture.html

Summary of items from the 2026 Annual Meeting of Federal, Provincial and Territorial (FPT) Ministers of Agriculture

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2026-07-17T12:21:56-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/biographical-notes--diplomatic-appointments2.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointments

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-17T12:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/backgrounder-minister-anand-meets-with-mexicos-secretary-of-foreign-affairs-roberto-velasco-announces-projects-advancing-canada-mexico-action-plan.html

TURQUESA II will strengthen operational cooperation among authorities in Mexico, the Dominican Republic, Guatemala and Honduras to combat human trafficking and migrant smuggling through enhanced intelligence sharing, joint investigations and regional coordination. Canada’s support will help disrupt transnational criminal networks, identify and protect victims and strengthen regional security cooperation.

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-17T11:40:56-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-southern-ontario/news/2026/07/nine-greater-toronto-area-businesses-and-organizations-receive-support-to-innovate-grow-and-compete.html

Nine Greater Toronto Area businesses and organizations receive support to innovate, grow and compete

Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario2026-07-17T11:08:02-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2026/07/backgrounder--human-trafficking-project-descriptions.html

Six organizations across Canada will receive $1,418,028 through Women and Gender Equality Canada’s Gender-based Violence Program. These investments will support projects that help prevent human trafficking, improve services for victims and survivors, and protect people who may be at greater risk of being trafficked or exploited.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2026-07-17T09:29:15-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/atlantic-canada-opportunities/news/2026/07/government-of-canada-announces-support-to-help-st-johns-metro-area-businesses-modernize-compete-and-reach-new-markets0.html

Government of Canada announces support to help St. John’s Metro area businesses modernize, compete, and reach new markets

Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency2026-07-16T12:47:53-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/one-canadian-economy/news/2026/07/port-of-vancouver-gateway-strategy.html

The government is referring the Port of Vancouver Gateway Strategy to the Major Projects Office. Under the Gateway Strategy, the Roberts Bank Terminal 2 project is being referred to the MPO, and the government is initiating the process toward potential listing of the project under the Building Canada Act.

One Canadian Economy2026-07-16T11:59:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2026/07/backgrounder--national-action-plan-to-end-gender-based-violence.html

The National Action Plan to End Gender-based Violence* is a 10-year framework to prevent and address gender-based violence (GBV). It was developed in collaboration between the federal, provincial and territorial governments, Indigenous partners, victims and survivors, direct service providers, experts, advocates, municipalities, the private sector and researchers to ensure it reflects the realities faced by communities across Canada.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2026-07-16T09:16:44-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2026/07/backgrounder--crisis-hotlines.html

Crisis hotlines are an important source of support for victims and survivors of gender-based violence. They offer confidential support, help with safety planning, information about available services, and referrals to local resources.

Women and Gender Equality Canada2026-07-16T09:16:35-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2026/07/drugs-and-medical-devices-authorized-april-1-to-june-30-2026.html

From April 1 to June 30, 2026, Health Canada approved 15 new drug submissions (8 pharmaceuticals, 7 biologics) and 481 new medical devices, including 22 Class IV medical devices, which present the greatest potential risk. During this period, Health Canada also approved 31 generic drugs and 10 biosimilar drugs.

Health Canada2026-07-15T15:40:58-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/housing-infrastructure-communities/news/2026/07/federal-and-provincial-governments-invest-in-water-stormwater-and-wastewater-infrastructure-to-support-more-housing-across-four-communities-in-new-.html

The federal government is investing $4.36 million through the Canada Housing Infrastructure Fund (CHIF) to support four housing enabling water, wastewater and stormwater projects across four municipalities in New Brunswick.

Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada2026-07-15T13:45:25-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/economic-development-quebec-regions/news/2026/07/backgrounder-government-of-canada-supports-quebec-organizations-leveraging-artificial-intelligence.html

The following information is in addition to the news release issued on July 15, 2026, on CED’s financial assistance and the recipient organizations.

Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions2026-07-15T12:28:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/backgrounder-minister-anand-announces-investments-and-renewed-commitments-for-cooperation.html

FinDev Canada is providing a US$50-million financing package with Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) to Equatorial Maranhão Distribuidora de Energia S.A., an electricity distribution company serving nearly three million customers in Maranhão, Brazil.

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-14T17:23:58-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2026/07/uncrewed-systems-defence-innovation-secure-hub.html

The Bureau of Research, Engineering and Advanced Leadership in Innovation and Science (BOREALIS) serves as Canada’s innovation accelerator. Aligned with Canada’s Defence Industrial Strategy and federal budget commitments, BOREALIS is accelerating innovation, strengthening Canada’s defence industrial base, and helping deliver operational capabilities to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF).

National Defence2026-07-14T11:15:30-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/biographical-notes--diplomatic-appointments1.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointments

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-14T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/pacific-economic-development/news/2026/07/backgrounder-government-of-canada-invests-over-8-million-to-help-surrey-businesses-boost-productivity-and-reach-new-markets.html

British Columbia’s economy is driven by strong businesses that create good jobs and support vibrant communities. To remain competitive and resilient, they are pivoting to new pathways for growth with support from the Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI).

Pacific Economic Development Canada2026-07-13T13:30:38-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/one-canadian-economy/news/2026/07/advancing-emissions-reductions-and-expanded-export-capacity-the-trilateral-memorandum-of-understanding-between-canada-alberta-and-the-oil-sands-all.html

On July 2, 2026, Canada and Alberta announced they had concluded a trilateral Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Oil Sands Alliance (OSA), comprised of Canada Natural Resources Limited, Suncor Energy Inc., Cenovus Energy Inc., Imperial Oil Limited and ConocoPhilips Company.

One Canadian Economy2026-07-13T10:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/housing-infrastructure-communities/news/2026/07/backgrounder--canada-ontario-and-stratford-roll-out-public-transit-infrastructure-investments.html

The federal government is investing $3,914,840 through the Public Transit Infrastructure Stream of the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program to support 14 public transit projects in Stratford, Ontario. The Government of Ontario is investing $3,262,040 and the City of Stratford is investing $2,610,220.

Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada2026-07-13T09:30:09-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/backgrounder---project-announcements-made-by-secretary-of-state-sarai-during-visit-to-guatemala.html

The Honourable Randeep Sarai, Secretary of State (International Development), announced over $47 million in funding for five projects, to support economic growth, climate resilience, food security, and human rights projects in Guatemala and across Latin America and the Caribbean.

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-10T16:17:57-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/housing-infrastructure-communities/news/2026/07/backgrounder-federal-government-invests-in-active-transportation-in-indigenous-communities-across-saskatchewan.html

The federal government is investing $19,529,081 through the Active Transportation Fund to support nine active transportation projects across Saskatchewan. Federal funding for all projects is conditional on the signing of contribution agreements.

Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada2026-07-10T12:45:13-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/housing-infrastructure-communities/news/2026/07/backgrounder-federal-and-provincial-funding-flows-to-water-upgrades-across-central-and-eastern-newfoundland.html

The federal government is investing $13,090,992 through the Canada Housing Infrastructure Fund (CHIF) Provincial and Territorial (PT) Agreement stream to support 17 water and wastewater projects across Newfoundland. The Province of Newfoundland and Labrador is investing $12,923,612 in these projects, while municipalities are investing a total of $6,294,421.

Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada2026-07-10T09:30:48-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/housing-infrastructure-communities/news/2026/07/backgrounder-the-project-to-expand-and-renovate-the-psychiatric-services-centre-and-emergency-department-at-the-saint-francois-dassise-hospital-wil.html

The federal government is investing $167.9 million under the Canada–Québec Agreement through the Building Communities Strong Fund to support four hospital projects in the greater Québec City area.

Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada2026-07-09T14:24:39-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/07/wildfire-information-and-seasonal-preparedness-tips-for-canadians.html

The Government of Canada’s Wildfires 2026 web page includes vital information about programs, policies and initiatives to keep Canadians informed about the ongoing wildfire situation across the country.

Public Safety Canada2026-07-09T12:06:38-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/biographical-notes--diplomatic-appointments0.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointments

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-09T09:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/grain-commission/news/2026/07/backgrounder-full-list-crop-year-changes-2026-2027.html

Full list of 2026-2027 crop year changes

Canadian Grain Commission2026-07-08T11:51:27-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/news/2026/07/projects-aimed-at-supporting-francophone-minority-communities0.html

The Centre for Innovation in Francophone Immigration (CIFI) aims to integrate Francophone perspectives into immigration programs in Canada. It promotes immigration to French-speaking employers, facilitates access to programs and supports the growth of Francophone minority communities (FMCs). The CIFI supports innovative projects to reduce obstacles to immigration and offers funding to improve the promotion of FMCs internationally, the recruitment and the selection of French-speaking candidates and their support towards permanent residence. In addition, the CIFI supports projects that facilitate the collection of evidence and the implementation of research that highlights lessons learned and promising practices that can contribute to concrete solutions for an improved immigration pathway.

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada2026-07-08T10:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/prairies-economic-development/news/2026/07/backgrounder-government-of-canada-backs-manitoba-companies-using-ai-to-scale-compete-and-lead.html

The projects announced today are helping Manitoba businesses adopt new technology, create jobs and compete in new markets, while keeping Canadian innovation and economic value here at home.

Prairies Economic Development Canada2026-07-07T13:02:05-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/07/eight-tree-planting-projects-supported-in-saskatchewan.html

On July 7, 2026, the Honourable Nathalie Provost, Secretary of State (Nature), highlighted eight projects across Saskatchewan. These projects represent an investment of $24.5 million through the 2 Billion Trees (2BT) program to plant more than five million trees that will help protect nature and biodiversity in the province by restoring critical habitats for species at risk and wildfire-affected areas and by advancing Indigenous-led tree-planting and reforestation efforts. All projects were approved with funding prior to the Budget 2025 announcement to wind down the 2BT program.

Natural Resources Canada2026-07-07T10:25:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/defence-investment-agency/news/2026/07/backgrounder-government-of-canada-advances-canadian-patrol-submarine-project.html

Backgrounder: Government of Canada advances Canadian Patrol Submarine Project

Defence Investment Agency2026-07-06T16:12:29-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/news/2026/07/projects-aimed-at-supporting-francophone-minority-communities.html

The Centre for Innovation in Francophone Immigration (CIFI) aims to integrate Francophone perspectives into immigration programs in Canada. It promotes immigration to French-speaking employers, facilitates access to programs and supports the growth of Francophone minority communities (FMCs). The CIFI supports innovative projects to reduce obstacles to immigration and offers funding to improve the promotion of FMCs internationally, the recruitment and the selection of French-speaking candidates and their support towards permanent residence. In addition, the CIFI supports projects that facilitate the collection of evidence and the implementation of research that highlights lessons learned and promising practices that can contribute to concrete solutions for an improved immigration pathway.

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada2026-07-06T11:48:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2026/07/simplifying-federal-procurement-for-canadian-small-businesses.html

Public Services and Procurement Canada is advancing the Small Business Procurement Program, while Innovation, Science and Economic Development will leverage the Innovative Solutions Canada program to support innovation-focused procurement opportunities.

Public Services and Procurement Canada2026-07-06T09:03:21-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2026/07/backgrounder-canada-invests-in-clean-energy-in-alberta-and-saskatchewan.html

On July 4, 2026, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced more than $26 million in funding for 17 projects across Alberta and Saskatchewan that will accelerate the deployment of clean technology; modernize energy systems and infrastructure; reduce emissions; and build the regulatory, industrial and workforce capacity needed for Canada’s long-term economic growth and energy security.

Natural Resources Canada2026-07-04T12:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/prairies-economic-development/news/2026/07/government-of-canada-investing-in-business-growth-and-trade-resilience-in-alberta0.html

Today, PrairiesCan announced $9,000,000 in RTRI investment for the following six projects across southern Alberta

Prairies Economic Development Canada2026-07-03T11:16:34-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2026/07/building-canada-strong-for-all--powered-by-canadas-workers-targeted-second-phase--consultation-document.html

Build Canada Strong aims to rebuild Canada’s infrastructure, grow our economy and create good jobs for Canadians.

Employment and Social Development Canada2026-07-03T10:04:13-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/07/biographical-notes--diplomatic-appointments.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointments

Global Affairs Canada2026-07-03T08:59:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/one-canadian-economy/news/2026/07/strengthening-our-sovereignty-diversifying-our-exports-reducing-emissions-and-building-a-stronger-economy.html

Canada and Alberta advance west coast pipeline project proposal and Pathways Project Carbon Capture Initiative – to build a stronger, more resilient Canadian economy

One Canadian Economy2026-07-02T20:25:00-04:00