OTTAWA, ON, July 16, 2026 /CNW/ -- The Honourable Stephen Fuhr, Secretary of State (Defence Procurement), will be in the Okanagan to highlight the increase to the Canada Child Benefit, lowering costs for families across Canada. The announcement is being made on behalf of the Honourable Anna Gainey, Secretary of State (Children and Youth).

Please note that all details are subject to change. All times are local.

Date: July 17, 2026
Time: 10:00 am
Location: Kelowna, British Columbia

Notes for media

• Media wishing to attend this announcement are asked to confirm their participation by sending their full name and the name of the media organization they represent to the Public Services and Procurement Canada Media Relations team at media@pwgsc-tpsgc.gc.ca by July 16 at 4:00 pm.
• Please include "RSVP for July 17 Press Conference" in the subject line of the email.
• Event location details will be shared once media are registered.
• Media attending the event are asked to arrive no later than 9:45 am.

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