Illegal harvesting contributes to declining fish stocks and aquatic habitat destruction, as well as threatens food safety, and impacts the sustainability of fisheries for coastal and Indigenous communities, recreational harvesters, and commercial operators.

Today marks an important step forward for xʷməθkʷəy̓əm. Musqueam and Canada have signed landmark agreements recognizing Musqueam’s Aboriginal rights and strengthening Musqueam’s roles in fisheries, stewardship, and marine emergency management.

In today’s rapidly changing world, Canada is making major investments to protect our sovereignty, strengthen security and create prosperity.

Far too many Canadians are struggling to find homes they can afford. Solving Canada’s housing crisis requires immediate action to bring down costs, cut red tape, and build homes more quickly. The Government of Canada has stepped up with a bold new approach to increase the supply of housing in Canada, and launched Build Canada Homes, a new federal agency that is building affordable housing at scale, while catalyzing a more productive homebuilding industry.

On February 17, 2026, a lockdown was put in place at Mountain Institution, a medium-security federal institution, to enable staff members to conduct an exceptional search.

On February 13, 2026, an inmate was the victim of an assault at Mountain Institution, a medium-security federal institution.

As the largest watershed in Canada, the Mackenzie River Basin spans five provinces and territories. It holds deep cultural and spiritual significance for many Indigenous communities. The river also plays a major economic role, supporting key sectors like agriculture, forestry, resource extraction, and hydroelectricity.

The Government of Canada is committed to addressing food insecurity, supporting producers, and strengthening supply chains to help Canadians get ahead.

Two communities will strengthen rural transit services in British Columbia after an investment of $894,196 from the federal government.

Today, the Honourable Julie Dabrusin, Minister of the Environment, Climate Change and Nature, issued her Decision Statement for the Eskay Creek Revitalization Project (the project), determining that the project's benefits outweigh its potential negative impacts within areas of federal jurisdiction.