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Minister Thompson announces the reopening of commercial Northern shrimp fishery near eastern Newfoundland and Labrador


June 22, 2026

Ottawa, Ontario – The Northern shrimp fishery has long been an important source of income for coastal communities in eastern Canada. The Government of Canada is continuing to support Canada’s fishing industries and those whose livelihoods depend on it.

Today, the Honourable Joanne Thompson, Minister of Fisheries, announced that, over a decade after it was closed, the domestic commercial Northern shrimp fishery is reopening in Shrimp Fishing Area (SFA) 7, off the coast of eastern Newfoundland and Labrador. She also announced the establishment of a domestic Total Allowable Catch (TAC) of 1,367 tonnes for the 2026-2027 season.

SFA 7 is the domestic portion of Northwest Atlantic Fisheries Organization (NAFO) Division 3L and is managed by Canada. The remainder of Division 3L is managed by NAFO, as it is outside Canada’s Exclusive Economic Zone. NAFO placed a moratorium on Northern shrimp in Division 3L in 2015 after the stock was determined to be in poor health. In order to protect the stock and maintain the fishery for future generations, NAFO closed the commercial fishery.

In 2025, Canada introduced a new stock assessment framework, which redefines assessment areas to better align with the stock’s biological distribution. Under this new framework, the shrimp population in the South Stock Assessment Region, which includes SFA 7, was determined to be in the Healthy Zone, providing new economic opportunities for harvesters on Canada’s east coast while supporting sustainability. Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) will continue to monitor the health of the Northern shrimp population through periodic stock assessments.

DFO’s priority is to balance conservation goals with economic considerations, and we are committed to supporting harvesters while ensuring the stock remains healthy for generations to come.



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Minister Miller launches the 2026 Cross-Canada Consultations on Official Languages


GATINEAU, June 22, 2026

Our two official languages are a cornerstone of our identity and bring us together. Their vitality is essential to a strong, inclusive and resilient Canada, which is why we need to defend and protect them. To guide the development of the next federal strategy for official languages, the Government of Canada is launching the 2026 Cross-Canada Consultations on Official Languages.

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture and Minister responsible for Official Languages, invites Canadians and partners in the sector to take part in this extensive consultation process, which will run from June to November 2026. The views gathered will help define the guidelines of the next federal strategy, which will aim to advance the substantive equality of English and French across the country, support initiatives by official language minority communities, and protect and promote our two official languages, particularly French, across the country.

As part of these consultations, individuals, organizations and communities who so wish may share their comments through a questionnaire and will also have a chance to submit a brief or a document on the place of English and French in Canadian society.

The consultations will also include a cross-Canada tour of in-person, invitation-only sessions for community partners and stakeholders, and virtual thematic sessions to be held over the coming months. At the same time, discussions will also be held with provincial and territorial governments on the subject.

To learn more about the consultations or to take part, visit the 2026 Cross-Canada Consultations on Official Languages webpage.



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Serving up fresh, value-added investment in Alberta


June 22, 2026 – Edmonton, Alberta – Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

Federal and provincial funding is helping to attract major economic investment, create jobs and boost growth in the value-added agri-food sector.

GDE Grocery Delivery E-Services Canada Inc., commonly known as HelloFresh, has received conditional approval for an Agri-Processing Investment Tax Credit of up to $2.3 million for its $19.5 million investment in a new state-of-the-art agri-food processing facility in Calgary.

The company was also awarded a grant of up to $1.3 million through the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP) Emerging Opportunities Program, which supports projects focused on innovation, company growth and sector impact.

Under its Factor Meals brand, GDE Grocery Delivery E-Services Canada Inc. produces and distributes chef-curated, ready-to-eat meals that can be tailored according to diet and lifestyle goals including ketogenic, calorie conscious or high protein. All meat and produce in the meals will be sourced from Alberta-based agricultural suppliers, building on the value-added sector while encouraging domestic food production.

Construction on the facility, which will help the company meet growing demand for meal kit and ready-to-eat food delivery, began in July 2025 and was completed this spring. The project is expected to create 400 permanent and 251 temporary jobs.

Alberta’s strong investment environment, built on competitive taxes, streamlined regulations and targeted incentives, is attracting major projects and gives companies like GDE the confidence to grow and invest in the province.



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Government of Canada to announce funding to make life better for seniors in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador


The Honourable Joanne Thompson, Minister of Fisheries, will be in St. John’s to announce an investment to help seniors be connected and active members of their communities.

The announcement is being made on behalf of the Honourable Stephanie McLean, Secretary of State (Seniors).

A photo opportunity and media availability will follow the announcement.

Please note that all details are subject to change.

Date: Tuesday, June 23, 2026

Time: 10:00 a.m. NT

Place: Connections for Seniors
            107 LeMarchant Road
            John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador

Notes for media:

To register, contact DFO.NLMedia-MediasTNL.MPO@dfo-mpo.gc.ca with your name and media outlet.



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Government of Canada to announce support for cultural infrastructure in Calgary


CALGARY – Corey Hogan, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources and Member of Parliament (Calgary Confederation), will make an announcement on Tuesday in support of cultural infrastructure. He will make this announcement on behalf of the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture and Minister responsible for Official Languages.

Please note that all details are subject to change. All times are local.

The details are as follows:

DATE:
Tuesday, June 23, 2026

TIME:
10:30 a.m.

Media representatives wishing to attend this event must confirm their participation by sending their full name and the name of their organization to media@pch.gc.ca by 4:00 p.m. on Monday, June 22, 2026.  Details on how to attend will be provided afterward.



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Joint Statement by Ministers Miller, Alty, Chartrand and Gull-Masty on National Indigenous Peoples Day


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OTTAWA, Traditional Algonquin territory, June 21, 2026

On the 30th anniversary of National Indigenous Peoples Day, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture and Minister responsible for Official Languages; the Honourable Rebecca Alty, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, the Honourable Rebecca Chartrand, Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs and Minister responsible for the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency, and the Honourable Mandy Gull-Masty, Minister of Indigenous Services, issued the following statement:

“On this National Indigenous Peoples Day, we respectfully acknowledge the rich cultures, languages, traditions and knowledge of First Nations, Inuit and Métis across the country.

This day coincides with the summer solstice, the longest day of the year. For many Indigenous Peoples, it holds special significance as it has long been a time of gathering, renewal and celebration. It gives all Canadians a wonderful opportunity to remember and cherish the living heritage, leadership and essential contributions of Indigenous Peoples in Canada.

Reconciliation requires more than a duty to remember. It calls for concrete actions, listening and collaboration in order to build a future together, based on mutual respect, truth as well as lasting and equal rights and relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples.

Indigenous leadership plays a central role in building a more prosperous, resilient and fairer Canada for everyone. Our government remains firmly committed to working in close collaboration with Indigenous Peoples to ensure their full and meaningful participation in our country’s economic, social and cultural life, both today and tomorrow.

On this day of celebration and reflection, we invite all Canadians to join in the activities and events taking place in Indigenous communities across the country. Whether they are cultural, artistic, linguistic, culinary or ceremonial activities, they are opportunities to learn, listen and better understand the First Nations, Inuit and Métis.’’



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