GATINEAU, March 5, 2022 It’s our first medal at the 2022 Paralympic Winter Games! I join every Canadian today and offer my congratulations to Mollie Jepsen who has won a gold medal in Para alpine skiing (women’s standing downhill) last night. This medal represents her fifth career Paralympic medal. Courage, determination and inspiration—Mollie Jepsen truly…

GATINEAU, March 4, 2022 Canada is proud of the 49 Canadian athletes, guides and coaches who will represent Canada at the 2022 Paralympic Winter Games. They overcame many challenges amid the pandemic and are now ready to shine. Families, friends and entire communities have supported these athletes, helping them achieve their goals. The Government of…

GRAND PRÉ, Nova Scotia, March 1, 2022 On March 1, the Government of Canada presented Bill C-13, An Act to amend the Official Languages Act, to enact the Use of French in Federally Regulated Private Businesses Act and to make related amendments to other Acts, aiming for a substantive equality of Canada’s official languages. More…

GRAND PRÉ, Nova Scotia, March 1, 2022 Just as Indigenous languages remain an integral part of the linguistic landscape of Canadian society, our two official languages are an integral part of our country’s heritage. Protecting and promoting our two official languages and defending official-language minority communities are a priority for the Government of Canada. Today,…

OTTAWA–GATINEAU, March 1, 2022 Today, people across Canada will mark the start of the first official Irish Heritage Month. Irish Canadians have greatly contributed to the story of our country, and this month is an opportunity to learn more about their history and positive impact.  After the Irish first began arriving in what was then…

OTTAWA, February 28, 2022 From past trailblazers to today’s authors of change, Black History Month is a time to acknowledge the diverse Black communities across Canada as well as their stories, challenges and dreams.   The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Housing and Diversity and Inclusion, celebrated Black History Month 2022 by virtually attending events across…