Minister of Canadian Culture and Identity, and Official Languages Marc Miller (Ville-Marie–Le Sud-Ouest–Île-des-Sœurs, Que.) unveiled the official programming for Canada Day 2026. The full release is available online. Contact hermine.landry@pch.gc.ca.
Secretary of State for Sport Adam van Koeverden (Burlington North—Milton West, Ont.) issued a statement: “Today, we proudly celebrated the Team Canada Olympic and Paralympic athletes, who represented our country at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Games. Every time Canadian athletes compete, they represent our country and wear the maple leaf. We couldn’t be prouder. … Read more
Secretary of State for Sport Adam van Koeverden (Burlington North—Milton West, Ont.) participated in a series of engagements in New York City, N.Y., to highlight Canada’s role as co-host; advance collaboration with international partners; and promote the social, economic and diplomatic opportunities that hosting the tournament will bring to Canada. The full release is available online. Contact lauren.hadaller@pch.gc.ca.
Ahead of World Football Day, Secretary of State for Sport Adam van Koeverden (Burlington North—Milton West, Ont.) announced support for 335 communities across Canada to celebrate soccer. Through local activities rooted in communities, this initiative will bring local soccer opportunities into celebrations from coast to coast to coast, and allow more Canadians to experience the energy of the … Read more
The Canada Strong Pass is returning for another season. In less than a month, from June 19 to Sept. 7, Canadians will once again be able to experience the very best Canada has to offer, free of charge or at a reduced cost. The pass includes: Parks Canada: Free entry to all sites operated by Parks … Read more
Minister of Canadian Culture and Identity, and Official Languages Marc Miller (Ville-Marie–Le Sud-Ouest–Île-des-Sœurs, Que.) announced funding for commemorative activities in Prince Edward Island for the 300th anniversary of the signing of the 1726 Treaty of Peace and Friendship. This funding, totalling $65,287, will allow the Mi’kmaq community of Lennox Island, PEI, to host festivities to … Read more
Minister of Canadian Culture and Identity, and Official Languages Marc Miller (Ville-Marie–Le Sud-Ouest–Île-des-Sœurs, Que.) announced more than $120,000 in funding to support commemorative activities in New Brunswick to mark the 300th anniversary of the 1726 Peace and Friendship Treaty. This funding will support Mi’kmaq communities in New Brunswick, through Mi’gmawe’l Tplu’taqnn Inc., in marking this … Read more
Secretary of State for Sport Adam van Koeverden (Burlington North—Milton West, Ont.) was in Kitchener–Waterloo, Ont., to highlight the Government of Canada’s generational investments in sport announced in the Spring Economic Update 2026: Canada Strong for All. The Spring Economic Update 2026 proposes to provide $755 million over five years, starting in 2026–27, and $118 million … Read more
Minister of Canadian Culture and Identity, and Official Languages Marc Miller (Ville-Marie–Le Sud-Ouest–Île-des-Sœurs, Que.) announced the permanent renewal of Canada’s Creative Export Strategy, which will continue supporting Canada’s creative industries in expanding their international reach. Starting in 2026-27, the Government of Canada will devote $95 million to the Strategy over five years, as well as $19 … Read more
Secretary of State for Sport Adam van Koeverden (Burlington North—Milton West, Ont.) met with athletes and sport partners in Milton to highlight key sport investments from the Spring Economic Update, to build stronger and safer communities. The Government of Canada is investing $755 million to expand access to sport, creating opportunities for Canadians to build meaningful … Read more
