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Ministers Champagne and Gould Address Burlington Chamber of Commerce
Federal Industry Minister François-Philippe Champagne takes part in a fireside chat organized by the Burlington Chamber of Commerce. Government House leader Karina Gould provides introductory remarks. Following the event, they take questions from reporters. (January 14, 2025) (no interpretation)
Minister LeBlanc and Premier Ford on U.S. Tariff Response – January 14, 2025
Federal Finance Minister Dominic LeBlanc and Ontario Premier Doug Ford speak to reporters in Toronto to comment on the approach to dealing with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s tariff threat. The prime minister and premiers are meeting in Ottawa tomorrow to discuss the future of Canada-U.S. relations ahead of Trump’s inauguration on January 20.
Industry Minister Champagne Fireside Chat at Canadian Club Toronto
Industry Minister François-Philippe Champagne participates in a fireside chat at Canadian Club Toronto, discussing topics including artificial intelligence, critical mineral and energies strategies, and economic security. The event is moderated by business television anchor Amanda Lang. Following the chat Minister Champagne takes questions from reporters. (no interpretation) (January 14, 2025)
Auto Industry Representatives Discuss Electric Vehicle Mandate
At a news conference on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, representatives from Canada’s automobile manufacturing and dealer associations raise concerns about federal targets for the sale of zero-emission vehicles. The concerns come after the federal government paused its program to incentivize the purchase of zero-emission vehicles. (no interpretation) (January 14, 2025)
Ontario Premier Doug Ford on Bolstering Border Security – January 14, 2025
Ontario Premier Doug Ford holds a news conference in Toronto to discuss the government’s plan to bolster security between Canada and the United States by enhancing the protection of the land, water and air along the shared border. He is joined by Todd McCarthy (public and business services delivery and procurement minister). Premier Ford calls on the federal government to release an updated border security plan that focuses on increased investments in Canada’s military, NATO defence spending and NORAD. Responding to questions from reporters, Ford discusses the impacts that U.S. tariffs might have on Ontario’s economy. The premier also comments on tomorrow’s first ministers’ meeting in Ottawa on the response to the looming Trump tariff threat. (no interpretation)
Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe Outlines Border Security Plan
Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe makes an announcement in Regina on the government’s new plan to bolster security at the U.S. border. Among other measures, the plan involves the deployment of 16 provincial officers to high priority areas as well as an increase in the number of officers to support federal security operations at the border. The provincial strategy comes ahead of tomorrow’s first ministers’ meeting in Ottawa and U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration on January 20. (January 14, 2025) (no interpretation)
Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew on Plan to Address Homelessness – January 14, 2025
Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew speaks to the media in Winnipeg to discuss the government’s new plan to end chronic homelessness in the province. Kinew is joined by provincial Addictions and Homelessness Minister Bernadette Smith, Winnipeg mayor Scott Gillingham, and the premier’s new senior adviser on ending chronic homelessness, Tessa Blaikie Whitecloud. The new provincial strategy aims to move 700 Manitoban out of homeless encampments and into housing on a 30-day timeline. (no interpretation)
Ontario Outlines Plan to Hasten Critical Mineral Extraction – January 13, 2025
Ontario Premier Doug Ford holds a news conference in Toronto to outline the government’s plan to accelerate strategic resources development, most notably in the extraction of critical minerals from the Ring of Fire region. He is joined by provincial ministers George Pirie (mines) and Greg Rickford (northern development and indigenous affairs). The plan is part of the Ford government’s approach to highlight the critical importance of the Canada-U.S. economic relationship in the wake of incoming President Donald Trump’s ongoing tariff threats. (no interpretation)
NDP Leader Calls For Response to Trump Tariff Threats – January 13, 2025
On Parliament Hill, NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh discusses his plan for the federal response to U.S. President-elect Donald Trump's tariff threats, calling for party leaders to agree to a ban on the export of critical minerals to the United States. Trump has repeatedly threatened to impose a 25 per cent tariff on all imports from Canada and Mexico. (no interpretation)
Ottawa Announces $1.3M to Protect Homeless Youth from Drug Abuse
In Ottawa, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Health Yasir Naqvi announces an investment of $1.3 million to Operation Come Home for a program that supports homeless youth who are at risk of harms from substance use. He is joined by John Heckbert (executive director) and Katie Price (coordinator) of Operation Come Home. (January 13, 2025) (no interpretation)
Daily Recap - January 13, 2025
NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and Ontario Premier Doug Ford talk to reporters about Canada-U.S. bilateral trade relations, Trump's tariff threats, the lack of a unified Team Canada response and the issue of a leadership vacuum in Canada. Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Health Yasir Naqvi answers questions on the leadership race and Mark Carney's bid for leadership.
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith Comments After Meeting with Donald Trump
In a virtual news conference, Danielle Smith, the premier of Alberta, discusses her meetings with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump in West Palm Beach, Florida. Smith met with Trump to discuss the incoming president’s repeated threats to impose a 25 per cent tariff on all products from Canada and Mexico. (January 13, 2025) (no interpretation)
Federal and Sask. Govts Announce Deal on Rare Disease Drugs – January 10, 2025
In Saskatoon, federal Health Minister Mark Holland and his Saskatchewan counterpart Jeremy Cockrill announce a bilateral agreement for over $40-million to improve access to drugs for rare diseases. Responding to questions from reporters, Holland comments on the rules surrounding the Liberal leadership race. (no interpretation)
Daily Recap - January 10, 2025
In Ottawa, Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly announces that she will not run for leadership of the Liberal Party, citing the need for her to focus on the government's response to U.S. President-elect Donald Trump's threat to impose a 25 per cent tariff on all goods from Canada. In Saskatoon, federal Health Minister Mark Holland and his Saskatchewan counterpart Jeremy Cockrill announce a bilateral agreement for over $40-million to improve access to drugs for rare diseases. Responding to questions from reporters, Holland comments on the rules surrounding the Liberal leadership race.
Mélanie Joly Not Running for Liberal Leadership – January 10, 2025
(Note: Portions of this event are not available due to technical problems at the source) In Ottawa, Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly announces that she will not run for leadership of the Liberal Party, citing the need for her to focus on the government's response to U.S. President-elect Donald Trump's threat to impose a 25 per cent tariff on all goods from Canada. (no interpretation)
PM Justin Trudeau Delivers Remarks in Washington – January 9, 2025
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau delivers remarks in Washington following a meeting with U.S. business leaders. (no interpretation)
Pierre Poilievre Calls For Election, Comments on U.S. Tariff Threat
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre holds a news conference in Ottawa where he reiterates his call for a federal election and takes questions from reporters about U.S. president-elect Donald Trump's tariff threats against Canada. (January 9, 2025)
CRTC Launching Public Consultations for Online Streaming Act – January 9, 2025
In a virtual news conference, officials from the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) announce the launch of public consultations as the next step in the implementation of Bill C-11, the government’s Online Streaming Act. Taking part in the press conference are the CRTC’s Scott Shortliffe (vice-president, broadcasting) and Daniel Pye (acting director general, broadcasting policy). The bill, which received royal assent in April 2023, would place streaming services and social media platforms under the federal Broadcasting Act, subjecting them to the same rules and regulations as traditional Canadian broadcasters. (no interpretation)
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State Funeral for President Jimmy Carter
State Funeral for Jimmy Carter
Daily Recap - January 09, 2025
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre holds a news conference in Ottawa. (January 9, 2025)