Recently Featured Publications

Selections From Weekly Checklist 13-38 (September 20, 2013)

Tales of Animals in War Canada's Changing Retail Market Challenges - the New Environment for Language Training in the Federal Public Service Understanding Public-private Sector Differences in Work Absences Statistics of Canada's Animal Genetics, 2013 Edition

Selections From Weekly Checklist 13-37 (September 13, 2013)

Report on the Legal Framework for Animal Health in Canada On-road Practicum Guide - a Supplement to SmartDriver for Highway Trucking The Greater Sage Grouse Aboriginal Data as a Result of Changes to the 2011 Census of Population Canada Remembers Times - Veterans' Week Special Edition

Selections From Weekly Checklist 13-36 (September 6, 2013)

Choosing and Using Appliances with EnerGuide Analytical Snapshot - International Generic Price Comparison, Early 2011 State of the Holdings - The Condition of the Holdings at Library and Archives Canada A Guide for Canadians Imprisoned Abroad Aboriginal Populations in Canadian Cities - Why Are They Growing So Fast?

Selections From Weekly Checklist 13-35 (August 30, 2013)

Solar Ready Guidelines PWGSC @ Your Service Building Resilience in the Transition to a Digital Economy and a Networked Society Creating the Conditions for Economic Success on Reserve Lands Students with Permanent Disabilities

From Weekly Checklist 13-34 (August 23, 2013)

Adapting Sustainable Forest Management to Climate Change Field Manual on Buffer Design for the Canadian Prairies Measuring the Food Environment in Canada Guidance for Tuberculosis Prevention and Control Programs in Canada Age-Friendly Workplaces

From Weekly Checklist 13-33 (August 16, 2013)

A Toolkit for Developing Community-based Dispute Resolution Processes in First Nations Communities Routine Practices and Additional Precautions Assessment and Educational Tools Labrador-Island Transmission Link Making Plans - A Guide to Parenting Arrangements After Separation or Divorce Exploring the Role of Elder Mediation in the Prevention of Elder Abuse

From Weekly Checklist 13-32 (August 9, 2013)

Stay Safe – An Education Guide to Household Chemical Products for Children 5–9 Years of Age Transition Guide for Federal Not-for-Profit Corporations Initiative in Support of Access to Justice in Both Official Languages Evaluation Honours and Recognition for the Men and Women of the Canadian Forces Bulletin of Proceedings – Supreme Court of Canada

From Weekly Checklist 13-31 (August 2, 2013)

Paying Off Your Mortgage Faster Hospital Births in Canada Developing a First Nation Education Act Literacy and Essential Skills Guide For Service Providers Assisting Homeless or At-risk Clients Public Interest Investigation into RCMP Member Conduct Related to the 2010 G8 and G20 Summits

From Weekly Checklist 13-30 (July 26, 2013)

What An IP Address Can Reveal About You Report on Equality Rights of Aboriginal People Second Report on Human Biomonitoring of Environmental Chemicals in Canada Working with Grocers to Support Healthy Eating Social Media Glossary

From Weekly Checklist 13-29 (July 19, 2013)

Building a Sustainable Future – The Legacy of Canada's National Round Table on the Environment and the Economy Interim Guidance on Human Health Risk Assessment for Short-term Exposure to Carcinogens at Contaminated Sites The People Who Own Themselves – Recognition of Métis Identity in Canada Before You Sign any Contract – 10 Things You Need to Know Integral to the Economy, Integral to Procurement – 2012 Study of Participation of Small and Medium Enterprises in Federal Procurement

From Weekly Checklist 13-28 (July 12, 2013)

Riparian Revegetation Project Planning and Submission Guide Assessing Program Resource Utilization When Evaluating Federal Programs Lead and Human Health National Farm-Level Biosecurity Standard for the Goat Industry Persons with Disabilities in the Canadian Labour Market – an Overlooked Talent Pool

Canada's Parks Day – July 20

This year, Canada's Parks Day is celebrated on July 20. This annual event provides opportunities for Canadians of all ages to learn about Canadian nature and history and to participate in festivities that honour the beauty of Canada's parks.

To view beautiful images from our national parks, get the book Canada's National Parks: A Celebration.

Canada's National Parks: A Celebration

From Weekly Checklist 13-27 (July 5, 2013)

2013 Public Report on the Terrorist Threat to Canada Linguistic Audit of the Individual Training and Education System The Future of Canada's Commercial Fisheries Human Resource Module of the Tourism Satellite Account, 2012 Housing Information Monthly

From Weekly Checklist 13-26 (June 28, 2013)

The National Sheep On-farm Biosecurity Standard How Much Habitat is Enough? – a Framework for Guiding Habitat Rehabilitation in Great Lakes Areas of Concern Status of Remote/Off-Grid Communities in Canada, August 2011 The Increase in Food Prices Between 2007 and 2012 Education in Canada – Attainment, Field of Study and Location of Study

From Weekly Checklist 13-25 (June 21, 2013)

We Grow a Lot More Than You May Think Our Health, Our Environment Canadian Biosafety Standards and Guidelines For Facilities Handling Human and Terrestrial Animal Pathogens, Prions, and Biological Toxins Supreme Court of Canada Report of the Federal Electoral Boundaries Commission for the Province of Alberta, 2012

National Aboriginal Day – June 21

National Aboriginal Day is a wonderful opportunity to become better acquainted with the cultural diversity of Inuit, Métis and First Nations peoples, discover the unique accomplishments of Aboriginal peoples in fields as varied as agriculture, the environment and the arts, and celebrate their significant contribution to Canadian society.

Share in the celebration!

National Aboriginal Day

Celebrate Canada!

Celebrate Canada is an eleven-day celebration that takes place from June 21 to July 1.

Take advantage of Celebrate Canada activities to get together in your communities, to discover and appreciate the wealth and diversity of Canadian society, and show your love of Canada and your pride in being Canadian.

Every country has its own set of symbols that establishes its identity and sets it apart from other countries of the world. Explore our nation's symbols in the publication Symbols of Canada.

Symbols of Canada

From the Weekly Checklist – June 14, 2013

Canada's Fast-Start Financing – Delivering on Our Copenhagen Commitment Prescription Drug Return Initiatives in Canada Body Mass Index of Canadian Children and Youth, 2009 to 2011 Findings of the Public Sector Integrity Commissioner in the Matter of an Investigation into a Disclosure of Wrongdoing – Blue Water Bridge Canada

From the Weekly Checklist – June 7, 2013

Best Practices for Food-Based Clinical Trials Weather Services for the 2010 Vancouver Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, February and March 2010 – Final Report Minister's Round Table on Parks Canada 2012 – Summary Report Canadian International Merchandise Trade

From the Weekly Checklist – May 31, 2013

The Evolution of English-French Bilingualism in Canada From 1961 to 2011 Empathy, Dignity, and Respect – Creating Cultural Safety for Aboriginal People in Urban Health Care State of the Nation 2012 – Canada’s Science, Technology and Innovation System Health Indicators 2013 Women in Canada at a Glance – Statistical Highlights

Canadian Environment Week

From June 2–8, 2013, it's Canadian Environment Week. Take this time to browse some of our publications to learn more about ways to protect and preserve our natural environment.

Canadian Environment Week – Different Ways To Take Part Protecting Wildlife and Our Natural Environment Eco-Tips EcoAction Community Funding Program

From the Weekly Checklist – May 24, 2013

AgriStability Program Handbook Eco-Tips Age-Friendly Workplaces "Capturing The Impacts" of Research Economic Letter

Aboriginal Awareness Week

May 21 to 24 is Aboriginal Awareness Week. Here are some electronic publications from the Government of Canada on various topics related to aboriginal issues that may be of interest to you:

Aboriginal Business – Celebrated in Alberta Community Well-Being and Treaties Aboriginal Health Research News

From the Weekly Checklist – May 17, 2013

The Community Well-Being Index (CWB) A Handbook for Police and Crown Prosecutors on Criminal Harassment Water and Wastewater Report, April 2010 – March 2012 Your Emergency Preparedness Guide Education Indicators in Canada – Handbook for the Pan-Canadian Education Indicators Program

From the Weekly Checklist – May 10, 2013

The National Shelter Study Highlights 2005–2009 Nudge Me Baby One More Time? – The UK and the US Move Beyond Carrots and Sticks Immigration and Ethnocultural Diversity in Canada – National Household Survey, 2011 Twentieth Annual Report to the Prime Minister on the Public Service of Canada Hospital Mental Health Services in Canada, 2009–2010

From the Weekly Checklist – May 3, 2013

Supply, Distribution and Migration of Canadian Physicians, 2011 Fish and Shellfish Safety – Food Safety: Information for First Nations Report of the Auditor General of Canada. Message from the Auditor General ; Main Points – Chapters 1 to 10; Appendix Red Tape Reduction Action Plan Recent Developments in the Canadian Economy, Spring 2013

Emergency Preparedness Week

May 5–11, 2013 is Emergency Preparedness Week, and this year's theme is "Make a plan". Here are some electronic publications from the Government of Canada that can help you be better prepared:

Your Emergency Preparedness Guide Emergency Preparedness Guide for People with Disabilities / Special Needs

From the Weekly Checklist – April 26, 2013

The Sensible Guide to a Healthy Pregnancy National Inventory Report 1990–2011 – Greenhouse Gas Sources and Sinks in Canada Victims of Crime – Staying Informed Privacy and Social Media in the Age of Big Data Preventing Deceptive Communications with Electors

From the Weekly Checklist – April 19, 2013

Preventing Deceptive Communications with Electors Planning Ahead to Reduce the Risk of Detrimental Effects to Migratory Birds, Their Nests and Eggs Statistical Portrait of English-speaking Immigrants in Québec Veterans' Right to Disclosure – A Matter of Procedural Fairness The Kings and Queens of Canada

From the Weekly Checklist – April 12, 2013

Public Works and Government Services Canada – 2013–14 Report on Plans and Priorities Mental Health in Atlantic Canada Measuring Violence Against Women Federal Internship for Newcomers Program Overview of Studies Related to Persons with Disabilities, House of Commons 1981–2012

In Commemoration of The Battle of Vimy Ridge, 9–12 April, 1917

Canada and the Battle of Vimy Ridge, 9–12 April, 1917

The Battle of Vimy Ridge demonstrated Canadian courage and military prowess. It was an important moment in Canadian history.

If you would like to learn more about this battle, we suggest our publication entitled Canada and the Battle of Vimy Ridge, 9–12 April, 1917.

From the Weekly Checklist – April 5, 2013

Welcome to Canada – What You Should Know Employment Insurance – Ten Changes in 2012–2013 An Estimation of the Economic Impact of Spousal Violence in Canada, 2009 Employment Changes Across Industries During the Downturn And Recovery The Ecological Gifts Program – Retaining the Right to Use Land Donated as an Ecological Gift

From the Weekly Checklist – March 28, 2013

Abuse is Wrong in any Language Sodium Reduction Efforts by the Canadian Food Industry Gender And Respect – the RCMP Action Plan Cultural Influences Across Time and Space Bon Voyage, But…

Economic Action Plan 2013

The Economic Action Plan 2013 is now available to purchase or download from Publishing and Depository Services. You can obtain a copy by selecting from the following options:

From the Weekly Checklist – March 22, 2013

Sport Participation 2010 Canadian Organ Replacement Register Annual Report When A Nursing Home Is Home Information for Sponsored Spouses or Partners Expenditure Analysis of Criminal Justice in Canada

From the Weekly Checklist – March 15, 2013

Guidelines for Residential Rainwater Harvesting Systems, Handbook Biosecurity for Canadian Dairy Farms Introduction to Radiation Safe Food Handling for Children Age 5 & Under Findings of the Public Sector Integrity Commissioner in the Matter of an Investigation into a Disclosure of Wrongdoing – Canada Border Services Agency

From the Weekly Checklist – March 8, 2013

Medium Term Outlook for Canadian Agriculture Housing for Older Canadians – The Definitive Guide to the Over-55 Market. Volume 2, Responding to the Market Hospital Care For Heart Attacks Among First Nations, Inuit and Métis Water Heater Guide Consumption of Culture by Older Canadians on the Internet

New publication from PWGSC – March 8, 2013

Annual Report on Government of Canada Advertising Activities 2011–2012

Publishing and Depository Services is pleased to announce that the Annual Report on Government of Canada Advertising Activities 2011–2012 is now available for download from our E-Collection.

The annual reports provide information on advertising procedures, highlight major campaigns and disclose government expenditures in advertising each fiscal year.

From the Weekly Checklist – March 1, 2013

Supplementary Estimates (C), 2012–13, for the Fiscal Year Ending March 31, 2013 Aboriginal Labour Market Bulletin National Identity Crime Strategy Guidelines for Canadian Drinking Water Quality – Summary Table Parole Board of Canada – Record Suspension Guide

From the Weekly Checklist – February 22, 2013

Canada First – Leveraging Defence Procurement Through Key Industrial Capabilities Final Human Health State of the Science Report on Lead Do the PCB Regulations Apply to You? Emerging Food Products, Technologies and Processes Findings of the Public Sector Integrity Commissioner in the Matter of an Investigation into a Disclosure of Wrongdoing – Canadian International Development Agency

From the Weekly Checklist – February 15, 2013

Canadian Books, Film, Periodicals and Music Opinion Survey The Canada-USA Price Gap Cheque Hold Periods – Your Right to Access Your Money The Marihuana Grow Initiative Annual Report 2012

From the Weekly Checklist – February 8, 2013

Adapting Sustainable Forest Management to Climate Change Accessible Transportation Complaints – A Resource Tool for Persons with Disabilities Tips to Save Money While You’re at School HIV-1 Strain and Transmitted Drug Resistance in Canada Annual Report Canada Pension Plan 2011-2012

From the Weekly Checklist – February 1, 2013

Expenditure Monitor – 2012-13 Q2 Rethinking Disability in the Private Sector – We All Have Abilities, Some Are Just More Apparent Than Others Age-Friendly Communities in Canada Health Care in Canada, 2012 Honouring and Connecting with Canada’s Veterans