Hosted my annual IWD brunch at Dockside. A remarkable diverse group of women and men came together from all political stripes, to celebrate progress and strategise on what's left to be done as we noted regress in justice and human rights for women, girls & gender diverse ppl here & globally #IWD2026
Canada’s partnership with Australia reflects the importance of working with trusted allies to promote defence, stability, economic opportunity, and democratic values around the world. 🇨🇦 🇦🇺
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Orgs can apply starting today, until May 4, 2026: agriculture.canada.ca/en/programs/...
This program strengthens our workforce, supports youth employment & skills development, and contributes to Canada's long-term food security.
Fed gov't investing $27M into the Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada Youth Employment and Skills Program (YESP), over the next 2 yrs.
Like Canada Summer Jobs, YESP provides funding for agriculture & agri-food employers hiring youth aged 15–30 for paid work experience.
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The Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Games begin today! Proud to be cheering on our 50 athletes from March 6–15th. Go #TeamCanada! 🇨🇦
Pleased to support the 21st annual Gender Equity in Media International Film Festival (GEMFest), hosted by @GEMSvancouver at the VIFF Centre from March 5–8. View the program of short films, feature films, and industry panels at gemsvancouver.org/gemfest/
The Musqueam agreements do not affect privately owned land.
They recognize Musqueam rights and create a framework to resolve long-standing issues through partnership and respectful dialogue, not litigation.
A path forward that respects Indigenous rights and existing private property.
The tragedy in Tumbler Ridge raises serious questions about the responsibility of AI companies.
As Minister @evansolomon.bsky.social has said, stronger safeguards are needed.
Online harms legislation is more urgent than ever.
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The Regional Growth Stream of the $5B Trade Diversification Corridor Fund prioritizes projects seeking to increase trade through marine ports, like the Port of Vancouver.
Applicants and proponents have until September 25, 2026 to submit their proposals.
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Canada has secured 30 new critical minerals partnerships, unlocking $12.1B in mining project capital.
That means stronger supply chains and supporting good jobs nationwide.
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Discussing with Dr. Julio Montaner and his team at his Hope to Health clinic about the value of vaccination, especially shingles, in decreasing the onset of dementia and extraordinary rise of HIV cases in Canada.
Attention situational update for Canadians in Iran
Warm wishes to everyone celebrating Holi. As Hindu families and communities gather for the Festival of Colours, may this day bring hope, harmony, and new beginnings.
Wishing a joyful Lantern Festival to Vancouver’s vibrant Chinese-Canadian community, marking the end of traditional Chinese New Year celebrations that began on the Lunar New Year. May the Year of the Fire Horse bring you strength, energy, and resilience.🏮
Chag Purim Sameach!
From sundown today to tomorrow, Jewish communities will be gathering for Purim, a joyful holiday celebrating courage, resilience, and generosity. To all those celebrating, Happy Purim.
Over 4.4 million Canadians today are of Irish descent, one of our country's largest heritage groups & one that has played a great role in building the Canada we know today. On Irish Heritage month I wish them:
Sláinte is táinte! ☘️
Over 35,000 Ukrainian children have been abducted by Russia since the start of the war, four years ago. Russia is now bartering a child for the return of each Russian prisoner of war. Canada must continue to lead on this issue. Ukraine's children are our children.
Federal Defence Minister announces the second phase of Canada’s national military housing construction program, which will deliver approximately 7,500 new Residential Housing Units for the armed forces across Canada:
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Liberal MPs are wearing pink to stand up against bullying of 2SLGBTQIA+ people in Canada.
#PinkShirtDay began in Nova Scotia, when two students wore pink in solidarity with a classmate bullied for wearing a pink shirt.
#Dignity #Inclusion #EqualRights 💗
B.C. MPs meeting with members from Pacific NorthWest Economic Region, including Sen. Mike Cuffe from Montana, to discuss common issues facing trade and softwood lumber.
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electricity. It is time for OSCE nations, including Canada, to take Russia to the criminal courts for its flagrant abuse of human rights.
I salute the courage and resilience of the Ukrainian people.
Slava Ukraini. 🇺🇦
Today is 4 years since Russia invaded the sovereign nation of Ukraine, violating the 1994 Budapest Memorandum and the 1975 Helsinki Accords of the OSCE.
Since, it has continued to brutally bomb Ukraine, abduct its children, and deprive it of the necessities of life, including fuel, water, and
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• $20 million for the Ukraine Energy Support Fund;
• Over 170 new sanctions against individuals, entities and vessels;
• The renewal of operation UNIFIER;
• $2 billion in military assistance.
At the University of Ottawa, I reaffirmed Canada’s unwavering support for Ukraine on the fourth anniversary of Russia’s illegal, unjustifiable and unprovoked full-scale invasion. That is why our government announced:
Thousands of reported measles cases in US & Mexico this yr. Measles can be deadly or cause severe brain infection. I urge travellers to check vaccination status of all family members to ensure you are not placing yourselves, loved ones or community at risk www.cbc.ca/news/health/...
Consultations will open March 2, 2026 for a new federal Men and Boys' Health Strategy.
Learn more at: www.canada.ca/en/health-ca...
Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of the 40 days of Lent for Christians around the world. To all those celebrating, may we count our blessings and care for one another through this season of reflection, renewal, and prayer.
Speaking on Helsinki principles and the violation of them by Russia's war against Ukraine 4 years ago
Prime Minister Carney visits a construction site with Minister Robertson in Vancouver, British Columbia.
Yesterday, we announced a landmark Build Canada Homes agreement with British Columbia — one of 11 agreements across the country.
We’re working together to build more affordable homes at speed and scale, using innovative pre-fabricated technology, and Canadian materials.
