Statement by the Prime Minister on the fifth anniversary of the tragic bus crash involving the Humboldt Broncos
April 6, 2023
Ottawa, Ontario
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The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the fifth anniversary of the tragic bus crash involving the Humboldt Broncos in Saskatchewan:
“Today marks the fifth anniversary of a tragic accident that shook Canadians from coast to coast to coast. On April 6, 2018, a bus carrying the Humboldt Broncos junior hockey team was involved in a collision with a transport truck, killing 16 team members and staff and injuring 13 others.
“In the face of great tragedy, we pulled together as Canadians – just like we always do. To remember the lives lost and honour the victims, we held moments of silence in arenas all across the country, we wore the colours of the Humboldt jersey – white, yellow, and green – and raised money for one of the most successful online fundraising campaigns in history to support the families of victims, the survivors, and the community in their time of need. In the weeks following the tragedy, about 150,000 people across the country registered to become organ donors, inspired by Humboldt Bronco Logan Boulet, whose donated organs helped six people.
“The Humboldt community is emblematic of what it means to be Canadian. They have shown enormous strength and resilience in the years since the tragedy, by creating scholarships and sponsorships for future generations and providing counselling services and support groups for those impacted. Today, as we remember the lives lost, we also look ahead with hope and optimism for the survivors, who now speak out about dealing with trauma, making our communities more accessible, and leading healthy lifestyles.
“We owe it to them to work to ensure a tragedy like this never happens again. That’s why, in response, we worked with provinces and territories to develop a national standard for entry-level training for truck drivers and improve safety features on buses and other vehicles, including electronic logging devices in motor coaches and heavy commercial trucks to reduce the risk of fatigue-related collisions. Seatbelts are now also required on all new motor coaches.
“On this day, we remember the lives that were cut short by this tragedy, honour the survivors, and stand with the families and the community of Humboldt, Saskatchewan. We continue to be inspired by their strength, their determination, and their compassion. They are forever Humboldt strong.”
April 5, 2023
Ottawa, Ontario
This evening, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke with the President of the United States of America, Joe Biden.
The Prime Minister and the President discussed migration and the implementation of the Safe Third Country Agreement.
The two leaders spoke about the President’s recent visit to Canada, which helped drive significant progress on shared priorities. They both are looking forward to the first meeting of the Energy Transformation Task Force, which was launched during the President’s visit to accelerate our work together over the next year across the spectrum of the clean economy.
Prime Minister Trudeau updated President Biden on his phone call yesterday with the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The Prime Minister and the President spoke about Russia’s illegal detention of Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich and called for his immediate release.
Associated Links
- Canada-United States relations
- Prime Minister Justin Trudeau speaks with President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy
- Canada-US Safe Third Country Agreement
- Working with the United States to grow our clean economies and create good, middle-class jobs on both sides of our border
April 5, 2023
Alliston, Ontario
In Ontario, from Honda Canada retooling its operations here in Alliston to build hybrid-electric CR-Vs to Volkswagen choosing to build its first overseas electric vehicle battery plant in St. Thomas, it’s clear that manufacturing workers are at the forefront of building the clean economy.
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, was at Honda Canada in Alliston, Ontario today to highlight both new and expanded investment tax credits proposed in Budget 2023—A Made-in-Canada Plan: Strong Middle Class, Affordable Economy, Healthy Future to help produce, manufacture, or use clean energy and clean technology in Canada, while supporting good jobs for the middle class.
The following tax credits outlined in Budget 2023 will support job-creating investments in a thriving, made-in-Canada clean economy right across the country:
- Introducing a 15 per cent refundable Clean Electricity Investment Tax Credit for eligible investments in technologies required for the generation and storage of clean energy and its transmission between provinces and territories, which is available to taxable and certain tax-exempt entities;
- Introducing a refundable Clean Technology Manufacturing Tax Credit to cover 30 per cent of investments in new machinery and equipment used to manufacture or process clean technologies and extract, process, or recycle key critical minerals;
- Moving forward with the Clean Hydrogen Investment Tax Credit, first announced in the 2022 Fall Economic Statement, to support between 15 and 40 per cent of eligible project costs to produce clean hydrogen right here at home;
- Expanding the Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage Investment Tax Credit to additional types of equipment used to capture carbon dioxide emissions for storage or other uses in industrial processes, and provide tax credit access to geological storage projects in British Columbia; and
- Expanding eligibility for the refundable 30 per cent Clean Technology Investment Tax Credit to include geothermal energy systems, further supporting the growth of Canada’s clean technology sector.
These clean investment tax credits build on the work we have already done from coast to coast to coast to grow our clean economy and create and secure tens of thousands of good middle-class jobs. Since the beginning of 2022, Canada has attracted historic investments across our electric vehicle supply chain – from mining to manufacturing – and secured or created over 18,000 jobs in the process.
Budget 2023 lays out the federal government’s plan to build a stronger, more sustainable Canadian economy for everyone. It will continue to deliver real results, make life more affordable, and build a healthier, cleaner future for Canadians from coast to coast to coast.
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“When it comes to clean energy and clean technology, Canada is a world leader. That’s why companies from around the world continue to choose Canada – and above all, Canadian workers – to grow their operations. The investments we are proposing in Budget 2023 will help us continue to build an economy that works for everyone, with good middle-class jobs, while leaving a stronger, healthier future for our kids.”
Quick Facts
- In the past year alone, Canada has secured historic investments in our growing clean economy and provided funding to support Canadian workers. These include:
- In March 2022, the Government of Canada announced a new federal investment of up to $131.6 million, matched by the Government of Ontario, to help Honda Canada retool its manufacturing operations in Alliston, Ontario to launch the next generation of hybrid-electric vehicles and secure well-paying, high-quality jobs across the Canadian supply chain.
- In May 2022, the Government of Canada announced a new federal investment of up to $529 million to support a multi-billion-dollar project from automaker Stellantis to modernize its assembly plants in Windsor and Brampton, Ontario, help the company increase its production of electric vehicles, and support thousands of jobs. The Government of Ontario also supported the project with an investment of up to $513 million.
- In October 2022, the Government of Canada announced a new proposed federal investment of up to $222 million through the Strategic Innovation Fund to help Rio Tinto Fer et Titane (RTFT) increase its production of critical minerals for products like electric vehicles and batteries, and to help feed clean technology supply chains at home and abroad.
- In November 2022, the Government of Canada announced an investment of up to $300 million, alongside a contribution of $161.5 million from the Government of Alberta, to support a $1.6 billion project by Air Products Canada Ltd. to advance clean fuels and clean energy in Canada and secure hundreds of middle-class jobs.
- If a particular project is eligible for more than one clean investment tax credit, businesses would only be able to claim one of the credits outlined above. The full extent of the tax credits rates will be provided only if the labour conditions are met, where applicable.
- Other investments in a clean economy proposed in Budget 2023 include:
- at least $20 billion, sourced from existing resources, to be invested by the Canada Infrastructure Bank to support the building of major clean electricity and clean growth infrastructure projects;
- $3 billion over 13 years to recapitalize funding for the Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program to support critical regional electricity priorities and Indigenous-led projects; renew the Smart Grid program and further support grid innovation; and support science-based projects to leverage Canada’s offshore wind potential; and
- $500 million over 10 years to the Strategic Innovation Fund to attract and spur high-quality business investments to support the development and application of clean technologies in Canada.
- In March 2022, the Government of Canada released the 2030 Emissions Reduction Plan: Canada’s Next Steps for Clean Air and a Strong Economy, an ambitious and achievable roadmap that outlines a sector-by-sector approach for Canada to reach its climate target of cutting emissions by 40 per cent below 2005 levels by 2030, and to put us on track toward our goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.
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- Government of Canada releases Budget 2023
- Budget 2023—A Made-in-Canada Plan: Strong Middle Class, Affordable Economy, Healthy Future
- Supporting Canada’s automotive manufacturing sector and its workers
- Building electric vehicles in Canada to create jobs and a cleaner future for everyone
- Delivering good jobs and strengthening Canada’s clean economy
- Government of Canada makes significant investment in Alberta’s clean hydrogen sector
April 5, 2023
Ottawa, Ontario
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on Passover:
“Tonight at sundown, we join Jewish communities in Canada and around the world to celebrate the beginning of Passover.
“Tonight and tomorrow night, families and loved ones will gather around the Passover Seder table to celebrate freedom as they share symbolic foods, like Matzah, Marror, Haroset, and other traditional foods and wine, read from the Haggadah, and recite the Four Questions with the younger generations.
“Passover commemorates the Biblical story of the Israelites’ escape from slavery in ancient Egypt and the defeat of destructive forces. It is a time to reflect on our shared values of strength, resilience, and perseverance, and reminds us that every challenge can be overcome.
“This holiday is also an opportunity to celebrate Canada’s Jewish community and the many contributions that they have made – and continue to make – to building a stronger, more inclusive, and resilient country. Today, we also reaffirm our commitment to stand up against antisemitism, oppression, and hatred in all its forms to ensure a better world for everyone.
“On behalf of the Government of Canada, Sophie and I wish a happy Passover to those celebrating in Canada and around the world.
“!חג פסח שמח
“Chag Pesach Sameach.”
April 4, 2023
Ottawa, Ontario
Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke with the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
The Prime Minister reaffirmed Canada’s unwavering support for Ukraine as it continues to resist Russia’s brutal and unjustifiable aggression.
The two leaders discussed Ukraine’s current needs, as well as Canada’s ongoing support and recent announcements, including military, financial, and humanitarian assistance. President Zelenskyy welcomed these announcements, and expressed gratitude for Canada’s continued contributions to Ukraine’s security and stability.
The Prime Minister expressed support for Ukraine’s ongoing diplomatic efforts. He conveyed Canada’s commitment to continue supporting Ukraine in its efforts toward a just peace and a free and democratic future.
Finally, the Prime Minister conveyed admiration for the resilience of the Ukrainian people as they continue to fight for democracy and freedom, and reaffirmed Canada’s commitment to supporting Ukraine for as long as it takes.
The two leaders affirmed their intention to remain in close and regular contact.
Associated Links
- Prime Minister Justin Trudeau speaks with President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy
- Supporting Ukraine for as long as it takes
- Canada’s response to the Russian invasion of Ukraine
- Canada-Ukraine relations
April 4, 2023
Lévis, Quebec
From keeping waters safe at home and abroad and responding to emergencies, to protecting the environment and supporting the flow of Canada’s economy, Canadians rely on the Canadian Coast Guard and the Royal Canadian Navy. That is why the Government of Canada is renewing our federal fleets, while revitalizing our shipbuilding and marine industry to create good middle-class jobs across the country.
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced Chantier Davie of Lévis, Quebec, will become the third strategic partner under the National Shipbuilding Strategy (NSS). This agreement between the company and the federal government marks the start of negotiations for contracts to support Canada’s future shipbuilding needs and create good jobs. This will include the construction of six program icebreakers and one polar icebreaker for the Canadian Coast Guard. These ships will play an essential role in the growth of Canada’s economy, supporting year-round marine trade, and will serve as essential platforms for search and rescue and environmental response operations.
The agreement is consistent with the recently released Budget 2023—A Made-in-Canada Plan: Strong Middle Class, Affordable Economy, Healthy Future, which focuses on building a made-in-Canada clean economy in a free and stable democracy and supporting Canadian workers and manufacturers.
Today’s announcement is an important step in the government’s ongoing efforts to ensure that Canada has the modern and reliable ships it needs, especially as we adapt to the continued growth of commercial shipping and the increasing impacts of climate change on our communities. We will continue to create opportunities for workers and businesses in Canada’s marine industry while ensuring the brave members of the Canadian Coast Guard and the Royal Canadian Navy can continue to carry out their important work in the years to come.
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“Today’s announcement is bringing us one step closer to building the fleets for Canada’s future. Our strategic partnership with Chantier Davie will help ensure our Coast Guard is supported by modern, made-in-Canada vessels so it can continue to save lives, keep our waters secure, and protect the environment. This will also help strengthen Canada’s world-class marine industry and create good middle-class jobs, right here in Quebec.”
“The Government of Canada is happy to welcome Chantier Davie as the third strategic partner under the National Shipbuilding Strategy. This addition to the NSS will benefit workers in the Quebec region and provide the Canadian Coast Guard with the vessels it needs to do its important work.”
“Today’s announcement is fantastic news for our shipbuilding industry. Through the National Shipbuilding Strategy, we are creating opportunities for workers and businesses across Canada – and ensuring that the Canadian Coast Guard and Royal Canadian Navy have the tools they need to do their jobs and protect our country. We will continue to make the necessary investments to deliver modern equipment to our people in uniform, all while creating good jobs for Canadians.”
“Canadians in Eastern Quebec and Atlantic Canada, as well as tourists and businesses, rely on safe and efficient ferry services to support local communities and economies. As the third strategic partner under the National Shipbuilding Strategy, Chantier Davie is also building two new ferries for Transport Canada. The construction of these two ferries will create good jobs for Quebecers, support regional connectivity, and help us continue to build an economy that works for everyone.”
“The National Shipbuilding Strategy and the Canadian Coast Guard have reached an important milestone with the addition of Chantier Davie as the third major shipbuilding partner under the NSS. The work Chantier Davie will complete over the coming years will increase the Arctic capability of the Canadian Coast Guard and guarantee that we have effective, modern vessels for this work. The partnership announced today will benefit Canadians from coast to coast to coast.”
“The addition of Davie as a third shipyard strengthens the Canadian shipbuilding industry and will help generate more economic benefits across the country, including many small and medium-sized enterprises in Quebec. Today’s announcement is a testament to the expertise, know-how, and drive of workers at Chantier Davie.”
“Since 2015, our government has supported workers at Chantier Davie by awarding more than $2 billion in contracts to refurbish Canadian Coast Guard icebreakers and ships. The integration of Chantier Davie into the National Shipbuilding Strategy marks another milestone in this ongoing support and will generate historic investments in the Quebec City region. These investments will eventually create a world-class maritime supply chain right here in the Quebec City region.”
“This historic agreement puts the ‘National’ in National Shipbuilding Strategy. The federal government deserves much credit. Together, we will bridge a strategic shipbuilding gap and create guaranteed capacity for future fleet renewal at Canada’s largest shipbuilder. It is an acknowledgement of everything Davie has achieved over the past decade, our expertise, and the quality of our Quebec-based workforce. We can now get to work delivering the icebreakers Canada urgently needs to meet its growing responsibilities as an international Arctic presence, while fulfilling its critical southern wintertime mission to keep our economy flowing. We also commend the Government of Quebec for supporting our journey to become one of the world’s most advanced shipbuilding facilities. The NSS will be a springboard to create an internationally competitive shipbuilding hub in Quebec. We will generate and showcase Quebec innovation and talent as we build cutting-edge ships, which are in high global demand.”
Quick Facts
- In May 2019, the Government of Canada announced its intention to add a third Canadian shipyard as a strategic partner under the National Shipbuilding Strategy (NSS). A competitive process to select the new shipyard was launched later that year.
- Today’s agreement is the result of a complex, multi-step qualification process. It included a third-party assessment of the shipyard’s infrastructure and submission, the evaluation of its formal proposal, and a due diligence process to ensure the shipyard is financially capable of performing the work and making any necessary upgrades to its infrastructure.
- Founded in Quebec in 1825, Chantier Davie is the oldest shipyard in Canada and a global leader in the delivery of specialist, mission-critical vessels to government and commercial customers. They are the third Canadian shipyard to reach a strategic partnership agreement with the Government of Canada under the NSS, after Irving Shipbuilding Inc. in Nova Scotia and Seaspan Shipyards in British Columbia in 2012.
- Chantier Davie has already played a critical role in supporting Canada’s fleets, receiving over $2.2 billion in contracts since 2014 for various types of work on ships for the Canadian Coast Guard, the Royal Canadian Navy, and Transport Canada. This included acquiring and converting three medium interim icebreakers for the Canadian Coast Guard, refitting the CCGS Louis S. St‑Laurent, converting the MV Asterix to provide the Navy with an Interim Auxiliary Oiler Replenishment capability, and maintaining one of the Navy’s Halifax-class frigates. They are currently working on the design and construction of two ferries for Transport Canada.
- Since 2012, the Government of Canada has awarded more than $21 billion in shipbuilding-related contracts. Contracts awarded under the NSS are estimated to contribute nearly $2 billion to Canada’s GDP annually on average, supporting thousands of good middle-class jobs every year.
- The Government of Canada’s NSS is a long-term, multi-billion-dollar program focused on renewing the Canadian Coast Guard and Royal Canadian Navy fleets to ensure Canada’s marine agencies have the modern ships they need to fulfill their missions, while revitalizing Canada’s marine industry, creating good middle-class jobs, and maximizing economic benefits across the country.
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- National Shipbuilding Strategy
- Budget 2023—A Made-in-Canada Plan: Strong Middle Class, Affordable Economy, Healthy Future
- Prime Minister announces renewal of Canadian Coast Guard fleet
- Government of Canada announces polar icebreakers to enhance Canada’s Arctic presence and provide critical services to Canadians
- Government of Canada moves to next stage of third shipyard selection process with Chantier Davie
April 4, 2023
Ottawa, Ontario
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on Finland’s accession to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO):
“Finland has long been a close friend and security partner for Canada and NATO, and today we welcome its accession to the Alliance, where it joins 30 other Allies committed to uniting their efforts for peace, security, and collective defence. Canada was the first country to ratify Finland’s Accession Protocol, and we look forward to working more closely with Finland and all Allies to continue upholding the rules-based international order and responding to the security challenges of today and tomorrow.
“Founded on this day in 1949, NATO brought countries together to uphold the fundamental values of individual liberty, human rights, democracy, and the rule of law. For over 70 years, the Alliance has been the bedrock of transatlantic security, peace, and stability. In the face of rising violence, authoritarianism, and threats to democracy around the world, including Russia’s illegal and unjustifiable full-scale invasion of Ukraine, it is clear that working with our international partners to promote cooperation and peace is more important than ever.
“Finland’s NATO membership strengthens the Alliance and contributes to our collective defence. Canada also fully supports Sweden’s accession to NATO. Canada calls on the remaining NATO Allies to conclude Sweden’s accession process without delay, as this will further strengthen the Alliance and the security of all our people.”
April 3, 2023
Ottawa, Ontario
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the results of the provincial election in Prince Edward Island:
“On behalf of the Government of Canada, I congratulate Dennis King and the Progressive Conservative Party of Prince Edward Island on their re-election.
“I look forward to continuing to work with Premier King and the provincial government to build stronger communities and make progress on issues of importance to people in the province and across the country.
“Together, we will work to grow the economy, create good middle-class jobs, improve access to quality health care, accelerate the fight against climate change, and make life more affordable, including by working toward $10-a-day child care on average in the province by the end of the year.”
April 3, 2023
Val-d’Or, Quebec
With grocery prices going up, too many Canadians are struggling to make ends meet. In the face of global inflation and rising costs, the Government of Canada is providing much-needed relief to Canadians to ensure they can continue to put food on the table and pay the bills.
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today highlighted the new one-time Grocery Rebate proposed in Budget 2023—A Made-in-Canada Plan: Strong Middle Class, Affordable Economy, Healthy Future. This targeted inflation relief has been designed to help support the Canadians hardest hit by rising food prices.
The Grocery Rebate would help approximately 11 million low- and modest-income Canadians and families across the country. This would mean a one-time payment of up to an extra $467 for eligible couples with two children; up to an extra $234 for single Canadians without children; and an extra $225 for seniors, on average. The rebate is part of a suite of measures proposed in Budget 2023 to help make life more affordable for Canadians, including cracking down on predatory lending, more support for students, and lowering credit card transaction fees for small businesses.
Budget 2023 lays out the federal government’s plan to keep supporting Canadian families and build a stronger, more sustainable, and more secure economy for everyone.
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“With grocery prices on the rise, we’re putting more money back into the pockets of Canadians who need it most, when they need it most. The new Grocery Rebate, and the other measures we’ve put forward in Budget 2023, will help build an economy that works for everyone, where every Canadian family can afford to put food on the table.”
Quick Facts
- In addition to the new Grocery Rebate, Budget 2023 proposes more affordability measures including:
- Cracking down on predatory lending that takes advantage of some of the most vulnerable people in our communities, including low-income Canadians, newcomers, and seniors, often by extending very high interest rate loans;
- Cracking down on junk fees, including higher telecom roaming charges, event and concert fees, excessive baggage fees, and unjustified shipping and freight fees;
- Supporting hardworking small business owners by working with financial institutions to lower credit card transaction fees, while also protecting reward points for Canadian consumers offered by Canada’s large banks; and
- Making life more affordable for students with measures including increasing Canada Student Grants by 40 per cent and raising the interest-free Canada Student Loan limit from $210 to $300 per week of study.
- The Government of Canada is investing in the middle class, growing the economy, and making life more affordable for Canadians. We have also:
- Enhanced the Canada Workers Benefit for our lowest-paid essential workers, to provide up to $2,461 for families;
- Increased Old Age Security (OAS) benefits for seniors age 75 and older by 10 per cent as of July 2022, which is providing more than $800 in additional support to full pensioners;
- Supported about 3.5 million families annually through the tax-free Canada Child Benefit, with families this year receiving up to $7,437 per child under the age of six, and up to $6,275 per child aged six through 17;
- Delivered $10-a-day child care in half of Canada’s provinces and territories, and at least a 50 per cent fee reduction in every other jurisdiction – and strengthening the child care system in Quebec with more child care spaces;
- Doubled the Goods and Services Tax Credit (GSTC) for six months to help 11 million individuals and families with the rising cost of living – with couples with two children receiving up to an extra $467 and seniors receiving an extra $225 on average.
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- Government of Canada releases Budget 2023
- Budget 2023—A Made-in-Canada Plan: Strong Middle Class, Affordable Economy, Healthy Future
- Making life more affordable for Canadians this year
- Affordability Plan
