On March 16, 2025, during a 1:45 p.m. count, staff members in the minimum-security unit at Beaver Creek Institution discovered that Rodney Cobb and Jeffry Parker were not accounted for.
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New Brunswick holds first provincial draws of 2025
On March 5 and 6, the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP) held its first draws of the year, inviting candidates in select in-demand occupations. These recent draws follow a period of flux for the NBPNP, as the province looked to align immigration streams more tightly with labour market goals in the face of a […]
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Scammers may reach out to you posing as government representatives. Here’s what you need to know
A common scam to look out for, particularly as a newcomer, is fraudsters impersonating government representatives in a bid to gain access to your personal and financial information. Impersonation fraud has rapidly emerged as one of the fastest-growing forms of fraud in Canada, contributing significantly to the $638 million lost by Canadians in 2024. Some […]
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Rachel Bendayan is Canada’s new Immigration Minister
Mark Carney, Canada’s new Prime Minister, has announced his cabinet in anticipation of the coming 2025 federal election, shuffling immigration ministers in the process. Canada’s new minister of immigration is Rachel Bendayan, a Member of Parliament from Outremont, Quebec. She will serve as the head of Canada’s immigration department, taking over from previous Immigration Minister […]
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Six feature-length docs selected for the Festival cinéma du monde de Sherbrooke
The National Film Board of Canada will be prominently showcased at the 2025 Festival cinéma du monde de Sherbrooke (FCMS) with six feature-length documentaries, including two in competition (Cercle d’or Meilleur documentaire) and one in the Ciné-Échange series of screenings followed by talks.
Federal government and Whitby commit to rejuvenation of seniors recreation centre
The 55+ Recreation Centre will be rejuvenated thanks to a federal investment of nearly $800,000.
G7 Foreign Ministersâ Declaration on Maritime Security and Prosperity
We, the Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union, reaffirm the G7’s steadfast commitment to contribute towards a free, open, and secure maritime domain based on the rule of law that strengthens international security, fosters economic prosperity, and ensures the sustainable use of marine resources.
Joint statement of the G7 Foreign Ministersâ Meeting in Charlevoix
The G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union, met in Charlevoix on March 12 to 14, 2025.
What’s Mark Carney’s immigration agenda?
What does Marc Carney, the next Prime Minister of Canada, intend to do with Canada’s immigration system? On the one hand, Carney has emphasized the role that immigration plays in growing Canada’s economy. On the other hand, he’s criticized recent immigration policy for admitting more newcomers than Canada can support, and has suggested implementing a […]
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Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Papineauville
Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Stéphane Lauzon, Member of Parliament for Argenteuil—La Petite-Nation and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Citizens’ Services, and Paul-André David, Mayor of Papineauville.
CANCELLED Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Sydney
Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Jaime Battiste, Member of Parliament for Sydney–Victoria; Mike Kelloway, Member of Parliament for Cape Breton–Canso; and His Worship Cecil Clarke, Mayor of the Cape Breton Regional Municipality.
Government of Canada achieves important milestone on new Eastern Bridge in National Capital Region
The Government of Canada is committed to building a multimodal bridge in the eastern part of the National Capital Region by 2034 to optimize public transit networks and stimulate economic growth in Gatineau and Ottawa, reduce truck traffic in congested downtown areas, improve commute times and the safety of active transportation users.
Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Whitby
Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Ryan Turnbull, Member of Parliament for Whitby, Her Worship Elizabeth Roy, Mayor of the Town of Whitby, and Matt Gaskell, Chief Administrative Officer for the Town of Whitby.
CANCELLED Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Winnipeg
Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Ben Carr, Member of Parliament for Winnipeg South Centre, and Jason Oliver, President of Riverview Community Centre.
Statement From the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources on Atlantic Canadaâs Hydrogen Opportunity
Hydrogen is expected to play a key role in powering the economy going forward, and momentum is underway around the world to secure strong, reliable suppliers. Clean hydrogen has the potential as an efficient fuel source to revolutionize key sectors, including heavy industry, energy production and transportation. With the demand for clean hydrogen projected to increase — projections indicate at least a tenfold increase in demand over the next three decades — Canada is uniquely positioned to meet this need. Atlantic Canada in particular is already seeing significant movement to seize the economic opportunity this presents for the region and is expected to create thousands of jobs.
Canada announces measures to grant citizenship to lost Canadians affected by first-generation limit
Some people can now apply for discretionary grants of Canadian citizenship. Under interim measures announced today, people in the following situations can apply for a discretionary grant of citizenship: Situation 1: People born or adopted before December 19, 2023 who are subject to the first-generation limit. Situation 2: People born or adopted on or after […]
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Government of Canada signs bilateral agreement with Northwest Territories for Drugs for Rare Diseases
Today, the Honourable Mark Holland, Canada’s Minister of Health, and the Honourable Lesa Semmler, Northwest Territories’ Minister of Health and Social Services, announced a bilateral agreement investing over $7.8 million to improve access to selected new drugs for rare diseases, and to support enhanced access to existing drugs, early diagnosis, and screening.
Government of Canada signs bilateral agreement with Nunavut for Drugs for Rare Diseases
Today, the Honourable Mark Holland, Canada’s Minister of Health, and the Honourable John Main, Nunavut’s Minister of Health, announced a bilateral agreement investing over $7.3 million over three years to improve access to selected new drugs for rare diseases, and to support enhanced access to existing drugs, early diagnosis, and screening.
Government of Canada signs bilateral agreement with Yukon for Drugs for Rare Diseases
Today, the Honourable Mark Holland, Canada’s Minister of Health and the Honourable Tracy-Anne McPhee, Yukon’s Minister of Health and Social Services, announced a bilateral agreement investing over $8.5 million over three years to improve access to selected new drugs for rare disease and to support enhanced access to existing drugs, early diagnosis and screening.
Drugs for Rare Diseases - Nunavut Agreement
Today, the Governments of Canada and Nunavut signed the National Strategy for Drugs for Rare Disease (DRD) agreement to invest over $7.3 million over three years to improve access to new drugs for rare diseases for residents and to support enhanced access to existing drugs, early diagnosis, and screening for rare diseases.
Drugs for Rare Diseases - Northwest Territories AgreementÂ
Today, the Governments of Canada and Northwest Territories signed the National Strategy for Drugs for Rare Disease (DRD) agreement to invest over $7.8 million over three years to improve access to new drugs for rare diseases for residents and to support enhanced access to existing drugs, early diagnosis, and screening for rare diseases.
Drugs for Rare Diseases â Yukon Agreement Backgrounder
Today, the Government of Canada and the territory of Yukon signed the National Strategy for Drugs for Rare Disease (DRD) agreement to invest over $8.5 million over three years to improve access to new drugs for rare diseases for residents and to support enhanced access to existing drugs, early diagnosis, and screening for rare diseases.
Government of Canada and Ktunaxa Nation launch an approach to distribute $58 million for environmental projects in the Kootenay Region of British Columbia
Today, the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, announced that the Government of Canada and the Ktunaxa Nation are advancing a co developed approach to allocate $58 million in funding to deliver projects that restore, enhance, and conserve fish and fish habitat in British Columbia’s Kootenay Region, focused on benefiting Qukin ʔamakʔis (Elk Valley).
Minister MacAulay announces investment to support the health and safety of Canadian farmers ahead of Canadian Agricultural Safety Week
The Government of Canada is committed to safeguarding the health and well-being of Canada’s agricultural community while supporting the long-term sustainability and success of the sector.
Canada announces admissions target for new home care worker pathway to permanent residency
Canada plans to grant permanent residence to 2,750 home care workers under its new Home Care Worker Immigration Pilot (HCWP). Of these 2,750 admissions, 150 will be reserved for home care workers currently out of status in the country, according to Immigration Minister Marc Miller, who announced these targets in a press conference on March […]
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