Expanding Skilled Trades
The Government of Canada has announced an additional $2 billion investment over five years through Team Canada Strong to expand skilled trades training and create more pathways to Red Seal certification. This funding will increase access to pre-apprenticeship and…
Stricter bail. Tougher sentences. Safer communities.
With over 80 targeted changes to the Criminal Code, bail will be harder to get for repeat and violent offenders, and sentences will be tougher for serious crimes. Our government has been relentlessly focused on keeping Canadians safe and acting swiftly to strengthen…
More Support for Canadian Families
Starting July 20, Canada Child Benefit (CCB) payments have increased for the 2026–27 benefit year. Eligible families can now receive up to $8,157 per child under the age of 6 and up to $6,883 per child aged 6 through 17. This represents an increase of up to $160 per…
Spring Economic Update
Canada’s new government continues to focus on what we can control — building a strong Canadian economy, diversifying our trade partners abroad, delivering responsible fiscal management, and supporting Canadians who are under pressure from everyday expenses —…
National Food Security Strategy
Recently, the government announced Canada’s first-ever National Food Security Strategy, an important step toward making food more affordable, strengthening our local economy, and ensuring we can rely on Canadian farmers to feed Canadian families. Here in Carleton, we…
Safe Social Media Act
Our Government introduced the Safe Social Media Act. It marks a significant step toward creating safer digital spaces for Canadians, particularly children and youth. Government of Canada introduces legislation to make social media services and AI chatbots safer for…
New Horizons for Seniors Program
The New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP) is a federal grants and contributions program. It provides funding for projects that make a difference in the lives of seniors and in their communities. Deadline is July 14, 2026 New Horizons for Seniors Program –…







