The federal government says it is open to MPs tweaking a bill that would subject streaming companies, such as Netflix, to the same rules as traditional Canadian broadcasters. Chris Bittle, parliamentary secretary to the heritage minister, says in the House of Commons there is room for MPs to amend the bill after it goes to…
Feds Commit Another $2B to Provinces to Address Health Backlogs Caused by COVID-19
Health Minister Jean-Yves Duclos says the federal government will commit another $2 billion to help provincial health systems work through their surgical and diagnostic backlogs caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The money, included in the newly tabled Bill C-17, follows a $4-billion top-up to the federal health transfer last summer and is expected to be…
Feds Mum on Next Step in Fighter Jet Competition
Federal procurement officials won’t say when Canada will take the next step in the years-long process of selecting a new fighter jet. The federal government announced in December that it had narrowed its search for a replacement of the military’s aging CF-18s to Lockheed Martin’s F-35 and the Swedish Saab Gripen. The government said at…
Canadians Advised by Federal Government to Leave Russia While Means Available
The Canadian government has updated its advice for anyone considering travelling to Russia. In a new post on the government’s website, it says all travel to Russia should be avoided, and any Canadians who are already there “should leave while commercial means are still available.” The post says the advice is “due to the impacts…
Federal Government Warns Canadians Against Fighting for Russia in Ukraine
Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland is warning Canadians against fighting for Russia in Ukraine, saying anyone who does so could face severe consequences. Freeland issued the warning during a news conference in Ottawa today, where she announced further sanctions against Russia over its invasion of Ukraine. The deputy prime minister said Canada believes Russia’s attack…
Feds Quietly Create Database of People of Faith; Convention of States Gains Momentum
If you object to getting a COVID-19 vaccine for religious reasons, you can apply for an exemption. But if you work with the federal government, you’ve also been added to a database. Mat Staver, chairman of the Liberty Counsel, says there’s no good reason to keep lists. And, in America Q&A we ask if any…
Ottawa Launches Long Awaited Competition for Armed Military Drones
OTTAWA—The federal government has officially launched a competition for the purchase of armed drones after nearly two decades of delays and discussion around whether Canada should buy the controversial weapons. A formal request for proposals was released Friday to the two companies shortlisted to bid on the $5-billion contract, which could see the Canadian Armed…
Federal Government Introduces Bill to Spend up to $2.5B on Rapid Tests for Provinces
OTTAWA—The federal government introduced legislation on Monday to continue providing as many rapid tests as possible to the provinces and territories. Health Minister Jean-Yves Duclos introduced the bill in the House of Commons on MPs’ first day back after a six-week break. The bill would give Health Canada the authority to purchase and distribute across…
Federal Government Investigating Cyberattack Amid Tensions With Russia
OTTAWA—Federal cybersecurity agencies confirmed Monday a recent cyberattack against Global Affairs Canada amid escalating tensions over a potential Russian invasion of Ukraine. The federal government is not saying who it suspects was behind the Jan. 19 attack, which has left some diplomats without access to some online services almost a week later. But the attack…
Canada Announces Grants to Help Companies Use Satellite Data
The federal government says it’s granting $8 million to companies to help them take advantage of satellite data. The 21 grants are to support projects from crop surveillance on the Prairies to sea ice safety in Nunavut. The data is being made publicly available from a series of Canadian satellites, including RADARSAT. Minister of Innovation,…
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