Kanata – Every child deserves the best start in life. But for young families, including Millennial and Gen Z parents in Kanata and across the country, the costs of child care can add up to a second rent or mortgage payment. This makes it harder to start and support a family, and as a result, parents—especially moms—often face impossible choices …
Ottawa – Bill Blair, Minister of National Defence, participated via videoconference in the 20th Ukraine Defense Contact Group (UDCG) meeting, hosted by United States Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III. The meeting brought together representatives from approximately 50 countries, who reaffirmed their commitment to providing Ukraine with the critical military aid that it needs. At the meeting, Minister Blair announced that Canada is committing over $40 …
Brussels – Bill Blair, Minister of National Defence, participated in the 19th Ukraine Defense Contact Group (UDCG) meeting, hosted by United States Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III. The meeting brought together representatives from more than 50 countries, who reaffirmed their unwavering support for Ukraine and continued discussions on coordinating military aid for Ukraine now and into the future. At today’s meeting, Minister …
Mexico City – Recently, Mexico’s Secretary of Security and Citizen Protection Rosa Icela Rodriguez hosted the United States’ White House Homeland Security Advisor Dr. Elizabeth Sherwood-Randall and Canada’s Deputy Clerk and National Security and Intelligence Advisor Nathalie G. Drouin in the fourth meeting of the Trilateral Fentanyl Committee to review progress on our commitments and discuss further joint actions to counter the …
Ottawa – Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke with the caretaker Prime Minister of Lebanon, Najib Mikati, about the ongoing situation in the Middle East. Prime Minister Trudeau expressed Canada’s concern over increasing tensions between Israel and Hezbollah along Lebanon’s southern border, and expressed his condolences to caretaker Prime Minister Mikati for the death of Lebanese civilians as a result of …
Ottawa – Recently, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke with the Emir of Qatar, His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, about the ongoing situation in the Middle East. The Prime Minister and the Emir discussed the situation in Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza, and the need for a path to secure lasting peace for Israelis and Palestinians. Prime …
Ottawa – Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, has announced that Carolyn Bennett has been appointed as Canada’s next Ambassador to Denmark. Dr Bennett is a former Member of Parliament who dedicated her career to public service. A physician with a passion for social justice, she is a steadfast advocate for health, the environment, gender equality, and disability inclusion. She was first …
Ottawa – Prime Minister Justin Trudeau recently met with the members of the Jewish community. He said: “Thank you for speaking so candidly about your pain, your anger, and your grief. I hear you. I want you to know that our commitment to you – and to Israel, as a Jewish and democratic state – is unwavering. I also met …
San Francisco – Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke with Minister Benny Gantz, a member of Israel’s War Cabinet. Prime Minister Trudeau reaffirmed Canada’s longstanding support for Israel and its right to defend itself in accordance with international law, including international humanitarian law, while strongly emphasizing the importance of taking all possible measures to protect civilians and to minimize casualties. He …
Ottawa – Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has issued the following statement on the 75th birthday of His Majesty King Charles III: “Today, I join Canadians as well as people across the Commonwealth and around the world in celebrating the 75th birthday of His Majesty King Charles III, King of Canada. His Majesty has been a constant presence in the life …
