The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, concluded her participation in the “United Nations High-Level International Conference for the Peaceful Settlement of the Question of Palestine and the Implementation of the Two-State Solution.” The conference is being co-chaired by France and Saudi Arabia from July 28 to 30, 2025.
Immigration News
Citizens of these European countries can obtain LMIA-exempt work permits
Citizens of certain European Union (EU) member states have an advantage when seeking Canadian work permits. If you hold citizenship in one of 27 eligible countries, you may qualify for a work permit through the Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA). CETA work permits benefit from being exempt from Labour Market Impact Assessments […]
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Altona/ Rhineland in Manitoba announces priority sectors and designated employers for rural pathway to permanent residence
The community of Altona/ Rhineland has revealed its list of priority sectors, occupations and designated employers for the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP). The Altona/Rhineland RCIP covers the Town of Altona, and the Municipality of Rhineland, both located in southern Manitoba. Assess your eligibility for the RCIP The RCIP is an employer-focused pilot, which means […]
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Polar Knowledge Canada supports the next generation of Northern researchers with $95,000 in scholarships and awards
Polar Knowledge Canada supports the next generation of Northern researchers with $95,000 in scholarships and awards
Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Conception Bay South
Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Paul Connors, Member of Parliament for Avalon, and His Worship Darrin Bent, Mayor of Conception Bay South.
The Government of Canada launches a call for interest to join the Indian Residential Schools National Monument Steering Committee (First Nations, Métis and Inuit)
Indian Residential School Survivors and intergenerational Survivors are invited to join the next cohort of the Steering Committee
Federal government partners with Fredericton to strength urban infrastructure against the impacts of climate change
The City of Fredericton is taking action to protect its infrastructure from the growing impacts of climate change after an investment of more than $7.9 million from the federal government.
Canadaâs new lunar utility rover will help astronauts build a future on the Moon
Establishing a sustainable human presence on the Moon is an ambitious endeavour that requires international collaboration.
Parliamentary Secretary Casey to announce funding to help restore the Soldiersâ Monument in Charlottetown
Sean Casey, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence and Member of Parliament for Charlottetown, will announce Community War Memorial funding for the City of Charlottetown through the Commemorative Partnership Program.
Minister Solomon to Announce Transportation Decarbonization Funding
The Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, the Honourable Evan Solomon, on behalf of the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, will make a funding announcement to support transportation decarbonization in the Greater Toronto Area. Media availability will follow.
Minister Solomon to give remarks at groundbreaking ceremony for new Carbon Upcycling facility
The Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, will give remarks at a groundbreaking ceremony for Carbon Upcycling’s new facility.
Minister Chartrand announces $600,000 investment in innovative housing project in Cambridge Bay
Across the territories, a critical shortage of housing requires all levels of government and the private sector to work together on innovative and regionally tailored solutions.
Commission authorizes Ontario Power Generation to construct and operate the Pickering Component Storage Structure at Pickering Waste Management Facility
Today, the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission announced the Commission’s decision to authorize Ontario Power Generation to construct and operate the Pickering Component Storage Structure at the Pickering Waste Management Facility.
Federal Agriculture Minister Heath MacDonald to visit Indonesia, Singapore and the Philippines to strengthen Indo-Pacific partnerships
The Honourable Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, will travel to Indonesia, Singapore and the Philippines to advance Canada’s agricultural trade interests in the Indo-Pacific.
Governments of Canada and British Columbia connecting more than 7,700 households to high-speed Internet and bringing mobile connectivity to remote areas
Investment from the federal and provincial governments will bring high-speed Internet access to more than 100 communities and mobile coverage to two First Nations communities.
Backgrounder: Governments of Canada and British Columbia to bring high-speed Internet access and mobile connectivity to communities across the province
On July 28, 2025, the Honourable Buckley Belanger, Secretary of State (Rural Development), together with the Honourable Diana Gibson, British Columbia’s Minister of Citizens’ Services, announced funding to bring high-speed Internet access and mobile connectivity to communities across the province.
Secretary of State Sarai concludes successful visit to Ethiopia and Tanzania and participation in G20 development ministersâ meeting in South Africa
Canada’s strong relationship with African countries is built on deep people-to-people connections, expanding trade and investment and a shared commitment to peace, security and human rights.
Backgrounder: Secretary of State Saraiâs visit to Ethiopia and Tanzania
The Honourable Randeep Sarai, Secretary of State (International Development), recently visited Ethiopia and Tanzania, where he conducted site visits and strategic dialogues focused on education, health, economic empowerment, gender equality and climate resilience.
Winnipeg resident charged with attempted drug exportation
CBSA seized 30 kg of methamphetamine from two suitcases heading to Japan at YYC Calgary International Airport. RCMP Alberta has charged the individual for narcotics smuggling.
Minister Chartrand announces investment in events that help Yellowknife small businesses build capacity
Small businesses are at the heart of Northern communities and have a deep understanding of local needs and resources, enabling them to offer authentic products and services to both residents and visitors
Statement by Minister Anand on the Israeli-Palestinian situation
Canada notes the Israeli government’s decision to unblock aid so it can enter Gaza.
CSE and NSERC to fund research on exploratory analysis of unstructured data
The Communications Security Establishment Canada (CSE) and the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) are pleased to announce the funding of a new research community focusing on exploratory analysis for unstructured data.
The Parents and Grandparents Program is now open
Starting on 28 July, the federal government will begin sending out invitations to apply (ITAs) to permanent residents and Canadian citizens wishing to sponsor their parents or grandparents. Invitations will be sent out by lottery. The selected prospective sponsors will be contacted through the email that they submitted with their initial interest-to-sponsor form in 2020. […]
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Minister Anand to attend UN high-level conference on 2-state solution to Israeli-Palestinian conflict
The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today reconfirmed that she will attend the “United Nations High-Level International Conference for the Peaceful Settlement of the Question of Palestine and the Implementation of the Two-State Solution” as announced by Prime Minister Mark Carney last week.
Infrastructure Announcement in Fredericton
Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with David Myles, Member of Parliament for Fredericton—Oromocto, and her Worship Kate Rogers, Mayor of the City of Fredericton.