Friday, May 15, 2026

Government of Canada extends contract to maintain mission-critical equipment for Canadian Armed Forces

Ottawa, Ontario                         

Today, the Honourable Stephen Fuhr, Secretary of State (Defence Procurement), announced that the Government of Canada has signed two amendments to an existing contract with Lockheed Martin Corporation for maintenance and upgrades on the CC‑130J Hercules fleet.

The first amendment, valued at $462.5 million (USD), will prolong in-service support for

Thursday, May 14, 2026

Federal government invests in natural infrastructure and wetland restoration in Bonavista

Bonavista, Newfoundland and Labrador, May 14, 2026 — Improvements are coming to the Old Days Pond boardwalk and greenspace after an investment of $200,000 from the federal government.

This project will support the long-term health and biodiversity of the Old Days Pond conservation area by replanting native wetland vegetation around the pond. In addition, the  project will repair approximately 350 metres of public boardwalk and install bird boxes

Minister McGuinty concludes successful visit to United Arab Emirates and Qatar

Ottawa, Ontario – National Defence / Canadian Armed Forces

Today, the Minister of National Defence, the Honourable David J. McGuinty, concluded a productive visit to the Middle East as part of the Government of Canada’s broader effort to diversify defence partnerships and expand defence industrial cooperation.

While in the UAE, Minister McGuinty participated in the United Kingdom and France co-

Government of Canada to support growth, innovation and manufacturing competitiveness in Windsor-Essex

FedDev Ontario invests over $20 million in 14 Windsor-Essex businesses to modernize operations, scale production and strengthen resiliency

May 14, 2026 - Windsor, Ontario

Windsor-Essex is a cornerstone of Canada’s manufacturing sector, home to highly skilled workers and businesses that support key industries such as automotive, tooling, advanced manufacturing, and defence. The Government of Canada is committed to helping businesses in the region grow, innovate and compete in a rapidly evolving global economy.

Today, the Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital

Minister Sidhu advances commercial opportunities and free trade agreement outreach in the Philippines

Manila, the Philippines - Global Affairs Canada

Yesterday, the Honourable Maninder Sidhu, Minister of International Trade, concluded his visit to the Philippines. While in Manila, he secured new growth opportunities for Canadian businesses, advanced Canada’s trade diversification agenda and expanded two-way trade and investment in one of Southeast Asia’s fastest growing markets.

Minister Sidhu reiterated Canada’s commitment to mutual economic prosperity and global

Tariff response: Government of Canada invests over $450,000 in Multi Online Distribution to help it face current challenges

CED will enable the aluminum industry business affected by U.S. tariffs to remain competitive in uncertain and changing market conditions.

Saint-Sauveur, Quebec, May 14, 2026 – Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)

Carlos Leitão, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for CED, along with Tim Watchorn, Member of Parliament for Les Pays-d’en-Haut, today announced a non‑repayable contribution of $455,000 for Multi Online Distribution (Multi Online Distribution Inc. operating under the business names Multinautic and Korto

Minister Joly welcomes the Artemis II crew to the Canadian Space Agency

Today, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, welcomed the Artemis II crew to Canadian Space Agency (CSA) headquarters for the first time since completing their historic