The Speech from the Throne opens every new session of Parliament. The Speech introduces the government’s direction and goals, and outlines how it will work to achieve them.

Their Majesties arrive in Ottawa for the 2025 Royal Visit to Canada and are greeted by dignitaries and an arrival guard from the Royal Canadian Dragoons. Their Majesties will meet and engage with ...

Child maltreatment is a serious and prevalent public health issue, with both immediate and long-term health and social impacts that affect children, families, and communities across Canada. Child ...

The Canada Water Agency works with provinces, territories, Indigenous peoples, local authorities, scientists and others to find the best ways to keep our water safe, clean and well-managed for future ...

Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan) is the department that diversifies the economy across the Canadian Prairies. PrairiesCan leads in building a strong, competitive Canadian economy by ...

How to apply for passports and other travel documents, get urgent or express service, and find a service location, and what to do if your passport is lost, stolen or damaged. There may be a service ...

This year marks the 15th anniversary of the National Shipbuilding Strategy. In 2010, the government made the decision to support Canada’s marine industry and build vessels here in Canada.

It's never too early or too late to learn about your retirement options and plan for your future. Find out about public pensions, when to collect them and tips to consider for your retirement income.

Protecting your intellectual property, trademarks, copyright and using IP as a business tool.

Canada and Ukraine Learn about Canada’s response to the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Canada’s response to the crisis in Israel, the West Bank and the Gaza Strip Learn more about Canada’s response to ...

Federal/Provincial/Territorial Ministers Responsible for Seniors Forum is an intergovernmental body established to share information, discuss new and emerging issues ...

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