General Public

1. Minister Ng welcomes NAFTA dispute panel ruling regarding U.S. countervailing duties on Canadian softwood lumber

   The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, issued the following statement regarding yesterday’s decision by the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) Chapter 19 panel on U.S. countervailing duties on Canadian softwood lumber:

2. Nirmala Naidoo to the Annual Conference of the British Columbia Association of Broadcasters

   I want to use my time today to go through some of the challenges we at the CRTC are seeing in the broadcasting sector. And I’ll tell you about the progress we’re making – with the input and assistance of many of you – to lessen the impact of those headwinds and make your sailing smoother.

3. Tribunal Issues Determination of Reasonable Indication of Injury—Certain Wire Rod from China, Egypt and Vietnam 

   Ottawa, Ontario, May 7, 2024—The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today determined that there is a reasonable indication that the dumping of certain wire rod from the People’s Republic of China, the Arab Republic of Egypt and the Socialist Republic of Vietnam has caused injury or is threatening to cause injury to the domestic industry.

4. Cree Elder and astronomer overcomes a harrowing history to take us to the stars. Lisa Jackson’s Wilfred Buck opens in Canadian cities.

   Fresh from its North American premiere at Hot Docs, Toronto-based Anishinaabe filmmaker Lisa Jackson’s Wilfred Buck is opening in cinemas across Canada, distributed by the National Film Board of Canada (NFB).

5. New Commander for Canadian Special Operations Forces Command

   Canadian Special Operations Forces Command (CANSOFCOM) completed a change of command ceremony today at Cartier Square Drill Hall in Ottawa, where Brigadier-General Steve Hunter assumed command from Major-General Steve Boivin.

6. 2024 marks the centennial of the Newfoundland National War Memorial; commemoration to include the repatriation of an unknown Newfoundland First World War soldier

   For 100 years, the Newfoundland National War Memorial, which is one of only two national war memorials in Canada, has been a somber reminder of the valiant contributions that Newfoundlanders and Labradorians made during armed conflicts since the First World War.

7. Budget 2024: A clean and safe environment for the next generation

   Today, the Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, highlighted how Budget 2024: Fairness for Every Generation is taking further action to protect our environment today and for the next generation.

8. Readout: Canada and Germany’s Housing Ministers meet in Ottawa to discuss common goals

   The Honourable Sean Fraser and the Honorable Klara Geywitz met in Ottawa to discuss mutual priorities and opportunities for collaboration between Canada and Germany on the topics of housing and infrastructure. As members of the Group of Seven (G7), they also discussed the ongoing work around sustainable urban policies that help promote the growth of livable cities.

9. Statement from the Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health

   Health Canada is granting BC’s request to prohibit possession of controlled substances in public spaces, including public transit. Exemptions will continue to apply in private residences, healthcare clinics as designated by the province of BC, places where people are lawfully sheltering, and overdose prevention and drug checking sites.

10. Personal possession of small amounts of certain illegal drugs in British Columbia

    Backgrounder on personal possession of small amounts of certain illegal drugs in British Columbia

11. Canada marks 40th anniversary of diplomatic relations with Brunei

    40 years ago, Canada established diplomatic relations with Brunei following the country’s independence.

12. The Government of Canada proudly celebrates Asian Heritage Month

    The Government of Canada hosts a reception in honour of Asian Heritage Month 2024

13. The federal and provincial governments invest in ventilation improvements at Belvedere Heights

    The federal and provincial governments are investing over $365,000 to improve ventilation at the Belvedere Heights long-term care home. This was announced by the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities; the Honourable Stan Cho, Ontario Minister of Long-Term Care; and Kami Johnston, Administrator of Belvedere Heights

14. Alternating lane closure on Chaudière Crossing

    Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise motorists that there will be an alternating lane closure on the Chaudière Crossing for repair work.

15. Scott Hutton to the Standing Senate Committee on Transport and Communications

    We promote choice and affordability for Canadians, encourage investment in reliable and high-quality networks, and work to improve access to telecommunications services in Indigenous, rural, and remote communities.

16. The Government of Canada and the City of Montreal invest in the planting of over 200,000 trees in Montreal’s East End

    The health and quality of life of Montreal's East End residents will be improved thanks to a joint investment by the federal government and the City of Montreal of up to $67 million to support the extensive planting of trees and shrubs.

17. Release of 2023 Public Report

    Ottawa, Ontario (May 7, 2024) - The Director of the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS), David Vigneault, issued the following statement regarding the CSIS 2023 Public Report released today:

18. Canada repatriates 6 Canadian children from northeastern Syria

    Global Affairs Canada today issued the following statement:“Canada remains committed to taking every possible step to ensure the safety and security of Canadians both at home and abroad.“The Government of Canada has taken extraordinary measures to repatriate 6 Canadian children from northeastern Syria.

19. Five students win national Storytellers Challenge

    Postsecondary students share stories about why social sciences and humanities research matters

20. Government introduces legislation to counter foreign interference

    Today, the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Public Safety, Democratic Institutions and Intergovernmental Affairs, and the Honourable Arif Virani, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, announced the introduction Bill C-70, An Act respecting countering foreign interference

21. Security of Information Act, Criminal Code and Canada Evidence Act Amendments: Bolstering Canada’s counter-foreign interference legislation

    The Government of Canada introduces legislation to bolster Canada’s response to foreign interference.

22. Canada’s Foreign Influence Transparency Registry

    The Government of Canada introduces legislation to bolster Canada’s response to foreign interference.

23. Foreign Interference and Canada

    The Government of Canada introduces legislation to bolster Canada’s response to foreign interference.

24. CSIS Act Amendments: Bolstering Canada’s counter-foreign interference legislation

    The Government of Canada introduces legislation to bolster Canada’s response to foreign interference.

25. Tribunal Initiates Inquiry—Concrete Reinforcing Bar from Bulgaria, Thailand and the United Arab Emirates

    The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today initiated a preliminary injury inquiry into a complaint by AltaSteel Inc., of Edmonton, Alberta, ArcelorMittal Long Products Canada, G.P., of Contrecoeur, Quebec, and Gerdau Ameristeel Corporation, of Whitby, Ontario, that they have suffered injury as a result of the dumping of concrete reinforcing bar from the Republic of Bulgaria, the Kingdom of Thailand, and the United Arab Emirates. The Tribunal’s inquiry is conducted pursuant to the Special Import Measures Act (SIMA) as a result of the initiation of a dumping investigation by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA).

26. Agriculture student scholarship recipients announced in Saskatchewan

    Today, Saskatchewan students pursuing a post-secondary education in agriculture were awarded scholarships from the federal and provincial governments.

27. Minister MacAulay announces new investment in mental health support for producers

    To mark Mental Health Week, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced an investment of up to $1.08 million for the Canadian Centre for Agricultural Wellbeing (CCAW) through the AgriCompetitiveness Program, an initiative under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership.

28. Remarks by the Deputy Prime Minister on making the housing market fairer for renters and first-time home buyers

    It’s why, in the budget, we are really focused on three things. First, housing—the Prime Minister outlined the key housing policies. Second, affordability, with programs like the dental care plan and ongoing investments in our early learning and child care system, and the absolutely crucial investments for the Canadian economy.

29. Death of an inmate from Archambault Institution

    On May 3, 2024, Réal Langlais, an inmate from Archambault Institution, died while in our custody of apparent natural causes.

30. Government of Canada Supports Lakehead University’s project to assist underserved populations in receiving palliative care services

    Today, Marcus Powlowski, Member of Parliament for Thunder Bay-Rainy River, on behalf of the Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health, announced $2.38 million in funding over four years to Lakehead University for their project: Improving Access and Facilitating Systems Change for Palliative Care Among Underserved Populations.

31. Celebrating Indigenous Nurses during National Nursing Week

    Today, on Indigenous Nurses Day and at the start of National Nursing Week, we celebrate the unique perspectives, contributions, and dedication that Indigenous nurses—like Lindsay—bring to our healthcare system in communities and across the country.

32. British Columbia Student Wins National Video Contest

    Today, the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) announced the winners of the national 2024 Focus on Safety Youth Video Contest during the national launch of Safety and Health Week.

33. Canada stands with Germany to condemn malicious cyber campaign

    The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Public Safety, Democratic Institutions and Intergovernmental Affairs of Canada and the Honourable Bill Blair, Minister of National Defence, issued the following statement.

34. Message from the Minister of Health and Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health on National Hospice Palliative Care Week (May 5-11, 2024)

    This week marks National Hospice Palliative Care Week in Canada and this year’s theme highlights the importance of providing compassionate care to anyone facing a serious illness, regardless of age, stage of illness, or which treatments they receive.

35. Minister Champagne concludes visit to Nebraska as part of Team Canada mission

    Trip focused on state’s close trading, investment and national security relationship

36. Protecting the Whitehorse Escarpment and Robert Service Way from the impacts of climate change

    The Whitehorse Escarpment is experiencing the impacts of climate change and affecting the lives of Yukoners. To mitigate the effects of groundwater seepage causing landslides, the federal government is investing more than $45 million.

37. Minister Sajjan announces disaster recovery funding to Yukon for floods

    Today, the Honourable Minister Harjit S. Sajjan, President of the King’s Privy Council for Canada, Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, announced three advance payments totaling $8,705,158 to Yukon through the Disaster Financial Assistance Arrangements (DFAA) program to assist with response and recovery costs associated with the 2023, 2022 and 2021 spring floods.

38. Canada cultivates climate solutions with financial incentive for sustainable forest management

    Environment and Climate Change Canada continues to support sustainable forest practices with the third federal offset protocol for use under Canada’s Greenhouse Gas Offset Credit System.

39. Government of Canada funds new projects to further grow the domestic biomanufacturing and life sciences sector

    New multidisciplinary projects across the country will prepare Canada for future health emergencies and build capacity

40. A Message from the Minister of Health and the Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health on National Nursing Week

    Today, to kick off National Nursing Week, we recognize and celebrate all nurses who dedicate their professional lives to providing high-quality care for us and our loved ones. This year’s theme “Changing Lives. Shaping Tomorrow.” highlights that while you help to save and change lives everyday, you are also helping to shape the future of our health system.

41. Downtown to Port Lands: Federal government invests in pedestrian bridge to span Toronto’s Keating Channel

    Spanning the Keating Channel, the accessible Keating Channel pedestrian bridge will link Toronto’s mainland to what is currently known as “Villiers Island.” Parliamentary Secretary Julie Dabrusin announced an investment of $9 million by the federal government toward the design and construction of the bridge. PS Dabrusin was also joined by the project partners, Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow, and Waterfront Toronto Board Chair Jack Winberg, as well as Ogimaa-Kwe (Chief) Claire Sault, Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation

42. Government of Canada investing $181,800 in youth internship positions in Northern Ontario

    The Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, today announced a FedNor investment of $181,800 in support of four youth internship positions in Northern Ontario.

43. CBSA investigation leads to conviction of unauthorized immigration consultant for fraud

    The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) plays a crucial role in ensuring the integrity of our immigration system and holds accountable individuals who attempt to defraud new immigrants to Canada.

44. Ministers Rodriguez and Khera to host National Air Accessibility Summit

    The Minister of Transport, the Honourable Pablo Rodriguez, and the Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, the Honourable Kamal Khera, will host a National Air Accessibility Summit to contribute to making air travel accessible for all Canadians.

45. Minister Joly welcomes Philippines’ Secretary for Foreign Affairs to Canada

    The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will welcome Enrique A. Manalo, Secretary for Foreign Affairs for the Philippines, to Ottawa on May 8, 2024.

46. Message from the Minister of Health and the Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health – Mental Health Week

    Today marks the beginning of Mental Health Week, reminding us that our mental health is just as important as our physical health and there are things we can do every day to take care of our mental wellbeing.

47. Minister Sajjan reminds Canadians of upcoming test of the National Public Alerting System

    On May 8, 2024, a test of the National Public Alerting System (NPAS) will be conducted in most provinces and territories over television, radio, and wireless devices.

48. The Governments of Canada and Yukon Announce Funding to Further Support Flood Mapping Efforts in the Yukon

    The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Canada’s Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada (PacifiCan), on behalf of the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, and the Honourable Richard Mostyn, Yukon’s Minister of Community Services, on behalf of the Honourable Nils Clarke, Yukon’s Minister of Environment, announced a joint investment of $3.5 million over the next four years to support the advancement of flood hazard mapping in the Yukon. Funding from the Government of Canada comes from the Flood Hazard Identification Mapping Program (FHIMP).

49. Ministers Blair, Joly, Vandal, and senior defence officials meet with Premiers of Nunavut, Yukon and Northwest Territories

    Today, the Honourable Bill Blair, Minister of National Defence, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, met with the Honourable P.J. Akeeagok, Premier of Nunavut; the Honourable Ranj Pillai, Premier of Yukon; and the Honourable R.J. Simpson, Premier of the Northwest Territories.

50. Statement by Minister Khera on the occasion of Orthodox Easter

    Today in Canada and throughout the world, Christians of the Eastern Orthodox Church, the Oriental Orthodox Church and the Eastern Rite Catholic Church celebrate Easter.