| Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
| statements
The Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario and Sakari Puisto, Finnish Minister of Economic Affairs, met in Ottawa on April 14, 2026.
On April 16, NASA will hold a news conference with the Artemis II crew at 2:30 pm ET at NASA’s Johnson Space Center (JSC) in Houston. Canadian Space Agency (CSA) astronaut Jeremy Hansen, along with his crewmates, NASA astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, and Christina Koch, will answer questions about their historic mission around the Moon.
Please be advised that the Honourable Mandy Gull-Masty, Minister of Indigenous Services, will celebrate the first Walking Out Ceremony on Parliament Hill—an important rite of passage for a Cree child—followed by a media scrum.
| Public Services and Procurement Canada
| news releases
The Government of Canada is committed to implementing robust cyber security measures, which are fundamental to Canada’s economic stability and national security. Canada’s domestic supply chains are increasingly targeted by malicious cyber activities, including those aimed at defence contractors to obtain sensitive government information. Strengthening cyber security across Canada’s defence supply chains and protecting information used in defence contracting is essential.
| Public Services and Procurement Canada
| backgrounders
Budget 2023 allocated $25 million over three years to establish the Canadian Program for Cyber Security Certification (CPCSC). Led by Public Services and Procurement Canada and National Defence, the program mandates cyber security standards for defence contractors to protect sensitive information and maintain interoperability with allies.
| Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
| media advisories
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, will participate in a fireside chat with Alexander Stubb, President of Finland, to discuss Arctic capabilities, defence and security.
On April 13, 2026, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Drumheller Institution.