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Negotiations to modernize the treaty are paused. We wait for a signal from the U.S. to resume. Interim measures are in place to help serve as a bridge until a modernized treaty is brought into force.
Responsibility for the Great Lakes Fishery Commission was transferred to Global Affairs Canada. Concerns remain regarding the management of Canada's funding commitment between GAC and DFO.
Q1 – What is the Canadian Food Inspection Agency doing to respond to the bovine tuberculosis situation? Q2 – Can bovine tuberculosis be spread to humans? Q3 – How is bovine tuberculosis controlled in Canada? Q4 – Are owners of ordered to be disposed cattle compensated by the federal government?
Q1 – Who has jurisdiction over internal trade of food in Canada? Q2 – What specific elements are included within the Canadian Food Inspection Agency's framework to address uncertainties related to domestic trade? Q3 – Is the Canadian Food Inspection Agency supportive of mutual recognition between provinces and territories?
The 2025-26 Main Estimates were tabled in Parliament on May 27, 2025.
Can the prefabricated homes industry support the Government of Canada's target to build more homes?
How will the Housing Accelerator Fund increase housing supply?
What is the Government of Canada doing to address homelessness?
What is the Government of Canada doing to support infrastructure needs across the country?
Program funding and targets for Canada Summer Jobs