The Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement, will announce the site for a new federal facility that will strengthen Canada’s leadership in heritage science.
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Minister of National Defence visits Canadian Armed Forces members in BordenÂ
On August 11, 2025, the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, made his inaugural visit to Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Borden, in Ontario, to meet with Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members stationed there.
Foreign Ministersâ statement on international NGO restrictions
The humanitarian suffering in Gaza has reached unimaginable levels. Famine is unfolding before our eyes. Urgent action is needed now to halt and reverse starvation. Humanitarian space must be protected, and aid should never be politicised.
PS Guay to Announce Zero-Emission Vehicle Funding
Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, Claude Guay, on behalf of Minister Tim Hodgson, will announce Zero-Emission Vehicle funding. The announcement will take place in Blainville, Quebec.
Government of Canada to celebrate progress on National Shipbuilding Strategy at Seaspanâs Vancouver Shipyards in British ColumbiaÂ
The Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement, and Ernie Klassen, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Fisheries, will participate in an event at Seaspan’s Vancouver Shipyards to celebrate its progress on National Shipbuilding Strategy (NSS) projects.
Tribunal Issues Determination of Reasonable Indication of InjuryâThermal Paper Rolls from China
The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today determined that there is a reasonable indication that the dumping and subsidizing of thermal paper rolls from China have caused injury to the domestic industry.
Minister Olszewski announces funding to help Saskatchewan businesses lead in AI innovation
Investments will help businesses use artificial intelligence to innovate and grow the economy
Backgrounder: Minister Olszewski announces funding to help Saskatchewan businesses lead in AI innovation
PrairiesCan is investing $1,311,900 for three projects in Saskatchewan to catalyze innovation using artificial intelligence (AI).
The CBSA launches an investigation into the alleged dumping of oil country tubular goods from Mexico, the Philippines, South Korea, Türkiye and the United States of America
The CBSA launches an investigation into the alleged dumping of oil country tubular goods from Mexico, the Philippines, South Korea, Türkiye and the United States of America
Improved water treatment services coming to Mount Lorne
Enhanced water treatment services are coming to Mount Lorne after an investment of more than $3.6 million from the Government of Canada.
Minister of National Defence to visit Canadian Forces Base Winnipeg
The Honourable David McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, will visit Canadian Forces Base Winnipeg, to meet with Canadian Armed Forces members.
Minister to announce federal investments in Saskatchewanâs agriculture sector
The Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Economic Development Canada, will announce federal funding for projects in Saskatchewan that will strengthen and benefit Canada’s agriculture sector.
Joint Statement from Canadian / U.S. Coast Guard Leadership Regarding the 2025 Port Huron Float Down
The Port Huron Float Down is scheduled to take place on Sunday, August 17, 2025, on the St. Clair River. This unsanctioned event poses significant dangers to participants and other users of the waterway on the 7.5 mile/12 km course.
2025 Minister of Justice National Youth Justice Policing Award presented to Longueuil Police Service
Police officers make significant contributions to keep our communities safe, including innovative work to support and empower young people who come in contact with the criminal justice system. The Department of Justice is proud to collaborate with the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police (CACP) and Canadian Police Association to announce the 2025 Minister of Justice National Youth Justice Policing Award.
Early career workers from these countries can get LMIA-exempt work permits
Under the International Experience Canada (IEC), youth from countries that have bilateral Youth Mobility Agreements (bYMAs) can obtain one- to two-year work permits. IEC work permits are exempt from Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIAs), making them quicker and easier to obtain than permits under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP). Schedule a Free Work IEC […]
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PS Hogan to Make Wildfire AnnouncementÂ
Corey Hogan, Parliamentary Secretary to Tim Hodgson, the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, will make a wildfire funding announcement. A media availability will follow.
Canada supports long-term peace, stability and prosperity in the South Caucasus
Canada welcomes last week’s agreements between Armenia Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and Azerbaijan President Ilham Aliyev.
Minister of National Defence to visit Canadian Forces Base Borden
The Honourable David McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, will visit Canadian Forces Base Borden, to meet with Canadian Armed Forces members.
Canadian Armed Forces deploy on multiple Arctic operations this season
The Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) reinforce Canadian sovereignty in the Arctic as it deploys military assets, capabilities, and personnel on multiple operations throughout that region this summer and early fall. These operations are part of the CAF’s core missions to detect, deter, and defend Canada and North America against potential threats.
Manitoba holds first provincial draw of August
This week, Manitoba held another round of invitations for skilled workers to apply for a provincial nomination through the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP). Candidates were invited based on their skilled work experience, scores, and participation in targeted strategic recruitment initiatives. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams MPNP draw results On August 7, the […]
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Statement by Secretary of State Adam van Koeverden on the opening of the St. Johnâs 2025 Canada Games
The Canada Games bring together the best young athletes, coaches and officials from across the country
Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom release joint statement on the Belarus election
“Five years ago, the Lukashenko regime launched a brutal crackdown on peaceful protestors following the fraudulent 2020 presidential election in Belarus. We—Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom—stand united in condemning the ongoing repression and human rights violations.
The Government of Canada Honours Lieutenant-General (Retd) Larry Ashley as a Hometown Hero
Lt.-Gen. (Retd) Ashley became the first and only Royal Canadian Navy officer to command Canada’s Air Force.
Statement on International Day of Worldâs Indigenous Peoples
The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs; the Honourable Maninder Sidhu, Minister of International Trade; and the Honourable Randeep Sarai, Secretary of State (International Development), alongside the Honourable Rebecca Alty, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations; the Honourable Rebecca Chartrand, Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs; and the Honourable Mandy Gull-Masty, Minister of Indigenous Services, issued the following statement today:
Canada increases funds needed to immigrate through rural pathways for PR by over 30%
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has increased the minimum settlement fund requirement for those immigrating through the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) and the Francophone Community Immigration Pilot (FCIP). As of July 29, 2025, foreign nationals need a minimum of $2,544 more in settlement funds to immigrate through the RCIP or the FCIP. Assess […]
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