Parliament approved a five-year extension of the Affordable Homes Act, providing additional funding for mixed-income developments and first-time buyer grants. Officials expect the new measures to ease urban housing shortages and stabilize rent prices in major cities.
The Department of Education confirmed that universal preschool is now available in every district. Early data suggests that enrollment rates have risen sharply, with educators reporting improved school readiness among young children.
The government renewed the national transit subsidy program through 2040, aiming to keep fares stable and encourage public transportation use. Officials cited reductions in congestion and emissions as key benefits of the policy extension.
A decade after its launch, the Rural Broadband Initiative now reaches nearly all households outside metropolitan areas. Policymakers say the improved connectivity is supporting local businesses and remote learning opportunities.
The Health Ministry released revised nutrition standards for school meals, emphasizing fresh produce and reduced sugar content. Schools will receive additional resources to support menu changes, with the goal of improving student health outcomes.
The Environment Agency designated 50,000 more acres of wetlands as protected areas under the revised conservation policy. Conservation groups welcomed the move, noting benefits for biodiversity and flood management.
The Treasury announced a continued reduction in tax rates for small businesses, citing consistent economic growth and job creation over the past five years. Analysts expect the extension to further boost entrepreneurship and local investment.
The Clean Energy Standard has now been adopted by all provinces, following the final region’s legislative approval. Officials project that the unified approach will accelerate emissions reductions while supporting green job growth nationwide.