Manitoba has issued 29 invitations to skilled worker candidates through the Skilled Worker Stream of the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP)—the majority of which went to candidates already in the province on facilitated work permits. All candidates were invited under the Skilled Worker in Manitoba or Skilled Worker Overseas pathways, based on a direct invitation […]
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Canada’s efforts to curb immigration have been working to ease rental prices and stabilize employment, according to a new report by TD Economics. In their report, Beata Caranci and Marc Ercolao found that reduced temporary resident and permanent resident admissions have accounted for a 36% slow down in projected rent increases, and nearly a full […]
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This week, Prince Edward Island held an unplanned draw, breaking with its established draw scheduled to issue invitations to candidates under the Labour and Express Entry stream of the Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP). Invitations were extended to international graduates from the University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI), Holland College, and Collège […]
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Newcomers to Ontario have much to learn about how to seek and receive care through Ontario’s publicly-funded healthcare system. We’ll discuss how to access healthcare in Ontario, both for those who qualify for Ontario’s health insurance, and those who do not. In Ontario, Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and even certain work permit holders can get […]
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Over the course of 2025, most provinces and territories in Canada saw an increase in the number of permanent residence nomination slots they received from the federal government. Only Ontario and Prince Edward Island have not received additional nominations, as of the time of writing. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams Under the Provincial […]
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Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 6,000 ITAs in a draw for candidates with French-language proficiency. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have: A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 416; and Created an Express […]
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Since its establishment in 2018, the Department for Women and Gender Equality (WAGE) has empowered women and 2SLGBTQI+ people through programs that enhance meaningful participation in our economy.
We are building our economy with major projects and millions more homes, we are empowering Canadians with lower costs and new opportunities to help you get ahead, and we are protecting our communities and our country.
Starting life in Canada is exciting – and it may mean learning a few new things about money. One of them is understanding your credit score. A credit score is a three-digit number from your credit report that shows how you have managed credit. Lenders and businesses refer to it when deciding whether to approve […]
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On October 25, 2025, an inmate was the victim of an assault at Pacific Institution’s Regional Treatment Centre, a multi level federal institution.
On October 30–31, 2025, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, will co-host the G7 Energy and Environment Ministers’ Meeting (EEMM) in Toronto with the Honourable Julie Dabrusin, Minister of Environment and Climate Change.
As of October 26, the Express Entry pool contained over 2,700 fewer candidate profiles than it did on September 28. Despite a drop in total profiles, the pool has continued to grow more competitive as the number of higher-scoring candidates increased once again—most notably by 1,466 in the 501 to 600 range. From September 28 […]
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Today, in support of its 2025 G7 Presidency, Canada co-hosted the second annual Energy Innovation Forum with the International Energy Agency. The Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, welcomed experts from governments, major companies, startups, researchers, international finance and venture capital investors to discuss the opportunities, challenges and partnerships needed to scale up innovative energy technologies and maximize their contribution to global energy systems and security.
The Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced more than $11 million toward cutting-edge, made-in-Canada carbon utilization and storage technologies.
Today, the Canadian Coast Guard announced the official start of construction of its Near-Shore Fishery Research Vessel at Chantier Naval Forillon in Gaspé, Québec, and celebrated the completion of Canadian Coast Guard Ship (CCGS) Baie de Gaspé, the 10th and final new search and rescue lifeboat built by the shipyard.
Yesterday, the Honourable Maninder Sidhu, Minister of International Trade, met with Gan Kim Yong, Singapore’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade and Industry, in Singapore.
Tomorrow, at a ceremony in Ottawa, General Jennie Carignan, Chief of the Defence Staff, and Chief Warrant Officer Bob McCann, Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Chief Warrant Officer, will deliver a formal apology on behalf of the CAF to current and former CAF members and their families who have experienced racial discrimination and racial harassment in connection to their military service.
We, the undersigned Ministers and high representatives of governments, including Armenia, Australia, Belgium, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Cyprus, Dominican Republic, Estonia, France, Germany, Iceland, Ireland, Kosovo, Latvia, Liberia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Mexico, Moldova, the Netherlands, North Macedonia, Norway, Portugal, Rwanda, Slovenia, Spain, Thailand, Ukraine, United Kingdom, Uruguay
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 1,000 ITAs in a draw for Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have: A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 533; and Created an […]
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On October 25 2025, Craig Papequash, an inmate from Saskatchewan Penitentiary, died while in our custody.
Mr. Alex Benay, Associate Deputy Minister, Public Services and Procurement Canada, will be providing a fifth update on the progress made in preparing for the upcoming transition to Dayforce human resources and pay solution.
The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance and National Revenue, will make an announcement ahead of Budget 2025 on funding for women and gender equality. He will be joined by the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), and the Honourable Mandy Gull-Masty, Minister of Indigenous Services. A media availability will follow.
Across British Columbia, Black entrepreneurs and small business owners are accelerating innovation, creating prosperity, and shaping our future.
The International Counter Ransomware Task Force (ICRTF), co-led by Australia and Lithuania, continued to uplift operationally-focused information sharing between members and promote efforts to disrupt ransomware criminals.
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions will deliver remarks and participate in an armchair discussion with Mike Mueller, President and CEO of the Aerospace Industries Association of Canada. The event will take place at the 2025 Canadian Aerospace Summit.