Competition Bureau’s 2025-2026 Annual Plan outlines vision in face of economic and technological change May 15, 2025 – GATINEAU (Québec), Competition Bureau

Foreign nationals typically must apply for work permits from outside Canada. Certain individuals, however, may apply from within the country—provided they fall into one of the situations outlined by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Schedule a Free Work Permit Consultation with the Cohen Immigration Law Firm There are nine scenarios in which IRCC allows […]

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Today, the third edition of the Flight PS752 Commemorative Scholarship opened for applications for the 2025 to 2026 academic year. The scholarship program was created to honour the 55 Canadian citizens and 30 permanent residents who were among the 176 people killed in the unlawful downing of Ukraine International Airlines Flight 752 by the Iranian regime on January 8, 2020. Among those victims were brilliant minds and dedicated students who made significant contributions to Canadian educational institutions.

On May 9, 2025, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, a package containing contraband and unauthorized items was seized at Joyceville Institution, a multi-level security federal institution.

Reminder: Extension to submit financial security during CARM transition period ends on May 20

On May 14, 2025, His Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) William Hall will depart from Halifax, Nova Scotia, to join Operation CARIBBE, Canada’s contribution to the U.S.-led enhanced counter-narcotics operations under the Joint Interagency Task Force South.

“Canada welcomes the recent decision of the UN’s International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Council on the downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17 on July 17, 2014.

I would like to congratulate the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance and National Revenue, on his added responsibilities in Cabinet.I look forward to working with Mr. Champagne to improve services at the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). The CRA has the dual responsibility of administering tax legislation and distributing benefit payments to those who need them most. I trust that he will give both aspects of this role the attention they require.

Last month, Canadians called for a serious plan for change to address the rising cost of living that has eroded Canadians’ quality of life. Change that puts more money in the pockets of Canadians. Change that builds a more affordable Canada.

On May 2 and 6, 2025, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, packages containing contraband were seized at Saskatchewan Penitentiary, a multi-level security federal institution.

As part of Canada’s G7 Presidency, the Minister of Finance and National Revenue, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, and Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem, will co-host the G7 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors’ Meeting in Banff, Alberta, from May 20 to 22. They will be joined by Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors from the G7 countries (France, Germany, Italy, Japan, United Kingdom, United States) and the European Union.

Travelling for Victoria Day or Memorial Day? The CBSA gives tips for a smooth trip

The Canadian Coast Guard’s Inshore Rescue Boat stations on the Great Lakes, Georgian Bay, and St. Lawrence are now open.

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) recently released a training guide for immigration officers making decisions on permanent resident (PR) applications. The 447-page document includes, amongst other things, case examples of candidates and recommended results following analyses of their applications. Based on these examples, here are some common mistakes candidates have made that led immigration […]

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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 500 ITAs to candidates in a Canadian Experience Class (CEC) draw. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have: A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 547; and Created an […]

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Mark Carney, Canada’s new Prime Minister, has ushered in a new immigration minister following the recent liberal party victory in Canada’s federal election. Canada’s new Minister of Immigration is Lena Metlege Diab, the Member of Parliament for Halifax West. She will now lead Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), succeeding former Immigration Minister Rachel Bendayan. […]

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The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today initiated a preliminary injury inquiry into a complaint by JEM Strapping Systems Inc., of Brantford, Ontario, that they have suffered injury as a result of the dumping of steel strapping from the People’s Republic of China, the Republic of Türkiye, the Republic of Korea, and the Socialist Republic of Vietnam and the subsidizing of steel strapping from the People’s Republic of China. The Tribunal’s inquiry is conducted pursuant to the Special Import Measures Act (SIMA) as a result of the initiation of dumping and subsidizing investigations by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA).

There are options available to you if Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has refused your immigration application. Understanding why your application may have been refused can help you in deciding how to approach a refusal. Consult with an experienced immigration representative about your application refusal The actions you should consider taking will vary depending […]

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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 511 ITAs to candidates in a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have: A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 706; and Created an […]

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The Canadian Coast Guard’s Arctic Marine Response Station (AMRS) will hold search and rescue training for crews between May 14 and 28, 2025, in Parry Sound, Ontario.

On April 30, 2025, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, a package containing contraband items was seized at Drummond Institution, a medium security federal institution.

The CBSA launches investigations into the alleged dumping of steel strapping from China, South Korea, Türkiye and Vietnam and its subsidization by China

Today, the CRTC is launching a public consultation to make it easier to participate in its proceedings.

American citizens can still benefit from special Canadian work permits, despite the ongoing trade war. While political and economic disputes have raised questions about the future of North American trade, US citizens can still get Canadian work permits under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), the successor to the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). Schedule […]

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British Columbia has held its first provincial immigration draw of 2025 under its skills immigration program, inviting candidates based on their potential for “high economic impact” in the province. Prior to this draw on May 8, the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) had only held draws under its entrepreneur streams in 2025. Assess […]

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