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August 2025: Express Entry candidates face stiffer competition
Express Entry candidates with CRS scores in the 501-600 range now face more competition, according to the most recent data. From July 20 to August 5, the number of profiles scoring in the 501-600 range increased by 2,817, even as the overall pool decreased slightly by 329 candidate profiles. Most of the decrease in profiles […]
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Press conference following the meeting of federal, provincial and territorial ministers responsible for sport, physical activity and recreation
Federal, provincial and territorial ministers responsible for sport, physical activity and recreation will meet in St. John’s for a two-day conference
Parks Canada to Honour Lieutenant-General (Retired) Larry Ashley as Hometown Hero
Parks Canada to Honour Lieutenant-General (Retired) Larry Ashley as Hometown Hero.
Government of Canada officials to hold technical briefing on announcement related to support for Canadian Armed Forces members
Government of Canada officials will hold a virtual technical briefing for media on Friday, August 8, 2025, to provide information and answer questions, under embargo, related to support for Canadian Armed Forces members.
Express Entry: IRCC holds selection for CEC candidates
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 534; and Created an […]
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Government of Canada Invests in New Brunswick to Strengthen Critical Mineral Supply Chains
Today, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced a federal investment of $8.2 million through the Global Partnerships Initiative (GPI) to Northcliff Resources (Northcliff), a Canadian company developing a tungsten-molybdenum deposit in New Brunswick through its Sisson Project.
Vancouverâs Ruby Slippers Production Society takes centre stage with new federal funding
Parliamentary Secretary Taleeb Noormohamed announces support for an initiative empowering diverse voices in Canadian theatre
Government of Canada launches consultation on the Free Trade and Labour Mobility in Canada Act
The Government of Canada has initiated consultations with Canadian industry, businesses and labour representatives, to develop the regulations for the Free Trade and Labour Mobility in Canada Act
Minister Sidhu speaks with Australiaâs Minister for Trade and Tourism
Yesterday, the Honourable Maninder Sidhu, Minister of International Trade, spoke with the Honourable Don Farrell, the Minister for Trade and Tourism of Australia.
Lockdown and search at Mountain Institution Â
On August 7, 2025, a lockdown was put in place at Mountain Institution, a medium-security federal institution, to enable staff members to conduct an exceptional search.
Statement from Minister Olszewski regarding wildfires in Newfoundland and Labrador
Today, the Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada, issued the following statement.
Icy Initiative offers a new way for visitors to help monitor Canadaâs glaciers in national and provincial parks
Icy Initiative offers a new way for visitors to help monitor Canada’s glaciers in national and provincial parks.
Death of an inmate from Drummond InstitutionÂ
On August 7, 2025, Mathieu Langlois, an inmate from Drummond Institution, died while in our custody.
Governments of Canada and Yukon invest $63.9 million in new Dawson City Recreation Centre
Construction will soon be underway for a new community recreational space in Dawson, after a combined investment of $63.9 million from the federal and territorial governments.
Alexandra Bridge closed to motorists
Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise motorists that the Alexandra Bridge will be closed to accommodate the Peace Walk event.
From Budgeting to Signing the Lease: A Newcomer’s Rental Roadmap
Finding a place to live is one of the first big steps when settling in Canada, and renting is often the starting point for many newcomers. Whether you’re looking for a short-term place to settle or laying the groundwork for a more permanent future, understanding how the rental process works here can help you feel […]
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North American premiere of Chris Lavis and Maciek Szczerbowskiâs NFB short fable The Girl Who Cried Pearls at TIFF. A heart-wrenching choice between love and greedâand a testament to the magic of stop-motion.
The 50th Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) will present the North American debut of the National Film Board of Canada (NFB) animated short The Girl Who Cried Pearls—the latest stop-motion marvel by the Montreal animation duo of Chris Lavis and Maciek Szczerbowski, Oscar nominees for their acclaimed short Madame Tutli-Putli.
World premiere of Min Sook Leeâs powerful NFB feature doc There Are No Words at TIFFÂ
Min Sook Lee’s deeply personal National Film Board of Canada (NFB) feature documentary There Are No Words will have its world premiere at the 50th Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), which takes place September 4–14, 2025.
Northern innovation: Government of Canada investments support productivity and growth
Federal assistance fosters the growth of businesses in Saint-Quentin and Saint-Arthur
French-speaking citizens of these countries have a direct study to permanent residence pathway
The Francophone Minority Communities Student Pilot (FMCSP) provides a study to permanent residence (PR) pathway for French-speaking students who are citizens of select countries. If you’re admitted to study in Canada under the FMCSP, you can apply directly for permanent residency upon graduation, provided you meet all program criteria. Schedule a free FMCSP study permit […]
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CBSA seizes 197 kg of cocaine at the Blue Water Bridge
The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) announced today a significant seizure of cocaine at the Blue Water Bridge port of entry in Point Edward, Ontario.
PS Naqvi to Announce Carbon Management Funding in Ottawa
OTTAWA — Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of International Trade and to the Secretary of State (International Development), Yasir Naqvi, on behalf of the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, will make a funding announcement to support carbon management technologies. Media availability will follow.
Statement from Minister Joly on the governmentâs decision to uphold the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commissionâs mandatory wholesale access framework, bringing down costs for Canadians
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, made the following statement:
IRCC holds first Express Entry draw of August
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 225 ITAs in a draw for Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have: A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 739; and Created an […]
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