The Government of Canada is using every tool at its disposal, leveraging technology, innovation and partnerships, to build homes at a scale and speed not seen since the Second World War.

The Honourable Maninder Sidhu, Minister of International Trade, will represent the Government of Canada in Quito at the inauguration of President Daniel Noboa.

Several Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) streams across Canada have been paused or closed in 2025. But that doesn’t necessarily mean bad news for skilled foreign workers in Canada seeking permanent residence (PR). That’s because these changes reflect a strategic shift in Canada’s overall immigration plan that places more weight on federal programs like Express Entry. […]

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The hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30, and this season is expected to be above-average for tropical storm activity

Are you a newcomer looking to advance your career or pursue higher education in Canada? Watch the Webinar:   Click here to download the presentation slides! What Will You Learn from this Webinar? In this session, guests from WES will deep dive into how WES supports newcomers in leveraging their credentials to thrive in Canada. Key […]

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We began by reiterating our shared commitment to the G7. After 50 years of working together, transcending national differences and promoting global prosperity, the value of the G7 is clear.

Today, G7 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors concluded their meeting in Banff, Alberta, which is part of Canada’s 2025 G7 Presidency. The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance and National Revenue, and Tiff Macklem, Governor of the Bank of Canada, co-chaired the meeting.

On May 21, 2025, Zafar Ullah, an inmate from Bath Institution, died while in our custody of apparent natural causes.

Congratulations on starting your studies in Canada. It is an exciting step in your life and future career. As an international student, you may be wondering if you should open a Canadian bank account or apply for a credit card and if it will be a difficult process as a student. The experience might seem […]

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Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise motorists that the following bridges will be closed on Sunday, May 25.

Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise pedestrians that the stairway on the west escarpment of Parliament Hill as well as the Summer Pavilion behind Centre Block, which were closed for repairs, will reopen on Friday, May 23.

Media representatives are advised that Bob Robichaud, Warning Preparedness Meteorologist with Environment and Climate Change Canada’s Canadian Hurricane Centre, will present the outlook for the upcoming 2025 hurricane season.

Between May 10 and 20, 2025, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, multiple packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Collins Bay Institution, a multi-level security federal institution.

Immigration applications can be high stakes, so you’ll naturally want to ensure that Canada’s immigration department receives your application on time. The way you can get confirmation of receipt will vary depending on how you submitted your application. Consult with an experienced immigration representative Online applications You can expect to see a confirmation page after […]

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CALGARY — The Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, will provide a keynote address and take part in a fireside chat with the Calgary Chamber of Commerce.

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, will visit a leading automotive testing and research facility and meet with representatives of the automotive sector to discuss a path forward for the industry.

The Office of the Procurement Ombud (OPO) published a new research study that examines the important and often misunderstood concept of Best Value in procurement.

The Canadian Coast Guard’s Inshore Rescue Boat stations in Quebec will open on May 28. They are located in Saint-Anicet (Lac Saint-François), Vaudreuil (Lac des Deux Montagnes), Beaconsfield, Longueuil, Sorel and Trois-Rivières.

Today, the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission announced the Commission’s decision to release the final set of 27 decommissioned Beaverlodge properties from licensing under the Nuclear Safety and Control Act, and to revoke the waste facility operating licence held by Cameco Corporation for the decommissioned Beaverlodge mine and mill site.

If you’re seeking Canadian permanent residency through Express Entry, language proficiency can make or break your chances of success. As a sole applicant, you can score up to 310 Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points for language proficiency.* Book a CELPIP Test Date Maximizing your language points can give you an edge over other candidates in […]

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A series of blizzards and structural fires left the Inuit community of Puvirnituq, in northern Quebec, without access to drinking water.

The Director of the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS), Dan Rogers, issued the following statement regarding the CSIS Public Report 2024 released today:

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today determined that there is a reasonable indication that the dumping and subsidizing of polyethylene terephthalate originating in or exported from the People’s Republic of China and the Islamic Republic of Pakistan have caused injury to the domestic industry.

Last week, the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) held a draw targeting candidates outside Canada who have a strong connection to the province. On May 15, a total of 62 candidates received Letters of Advice to apply for provincial nomination through the province’s Skilled Workers Overseas stream. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams Of […]

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The Canadian Coast Guard’s seasonal Inshore Rescue Boat stations in British Columbia are now open. These seasonally-operated stations are open from May 18 until September 1, 2025, and include: