Today, the Honourable Wayne Long, Secretary of State (Canada Revenue Agency and Financial Institutions), announced federal defence investments in two New Brunswick projects on behalf of the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA).
In a more divided and uncertain world, Canada's new government is building a stronger, more independent, and more resilient economy—working with determination to diversify our country’s trade partnerships.
Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance and National Revenue, accompanied by Ian Lafrenière, Minister of Public Security of Québec, and Soraya Martinez Ferrada, Mayor of Montréal, highlighted Canada’s new “follow-the-money” strategy to strengthen the country’s ability to detect, disrupt, and prevent extortion across Canada.
Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance and National Revenue, formally launched consultations on Canada’s first-ever whole-of-government National Anti-Fraud Strategy, as announced on October 20, 2025 and in Budget 2025.
Today, Bill C-15, the Budget Implementation Act, 2025, No. 1, received Royal Assent. This key piece of legislation will help the government deliver on its plan to build one united economy, empower Canadians to get ahead, and protect our country and sovereignty — today, and for generations to come.
Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance and National Revenue, introduced Bill C-26, An Act to authorize certain payments to be made out of the Consolidated Revenue Fund for the purpose of improving housing supply. Subject to passage, this legislation proposes to provide immediately $1.7 billion to provinces and territories to implement measures to increase Canada’s housing supply.
The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance and National Revenue, the Honourable David McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, and the Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, welcome Canada’s role as host of in-person negotiations beginning today among representatives from eighteen countries to establish the Defence, Security and Resilience Bank (DSRB). This new multilateral financial institution will bring together likeminded partners to mobilize and deploy private capital and support collective security.
The Government of Canada is committed to appointing highly qualified candidates who are able to best serve the interests of Canadians, through open, competency-based selection processes for all Governor-in-Council appointments.
The global landscape is rapidly changing, leaving economies, businesses, and workers under a cloud of uncertainty. In response, Canada’s new government is focused on what we can control: building a stronger economy to make life more affordable for Canadians.
Canada’s agricultural sector is a key contributor to Canada’s competitiveness, sustainability, and food security. It is a symbol of the country’s ingenuity and resilience and plays a vital role in supporting jobs and growth across the country and in rural communities. To build a cleaner, stronger agricultural sector, and more productive economy, the government is committed to supporting sustainable farming practices, promoting low-emission technologies, and investing in innovations that reduce environmental impact and drive industrial growth.