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Investing across Quebec to build safe and strong communities

The Government of Canada is delivering over $557.5 million to Quebec this year through the Canada Community-Building Fund (CCBF). This allocation is part of the previously announced $2.8 billion in CCBF funding Quebec will receive by 2029 to build communities with stronger and more resilient infrastructure. In addition to its other significant infrastructure investments, the Government of Quebec is contributing more than $1.7 billion by 2029 to projects funded by the CCBF.

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Statement of the G7 Non-Proliferation Directors Group

“We, the G7 Non-Proliferation Directors Group, seek a safer, more prosperous world, with undiminished security for all. We are convinced that, in an increasingly uncertain security environment, meaningful progress on disarmament, non-proliferation, and arms control will require sustained engagement and mutual understanding from all concerned parties. We also recognize the value of incorporating a variety of perspectives in disarmament, non-proliferation, and arms control decision-making processes. We pledge to lead by example, fostering dialogue, cooperation, and transparency as we collectively confront these challenges. We invite all States who share our vision to join us in these efforts.

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{RE}DEFINED: NFB launch initiative with TIFF for next-generation Canadian and Indigenous filmmakers. To celebrate TIFF’s 50th edition, the NFB and the estival are seeking visionary creators for five innovative short docs.

As the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) celebrates its milestone 50th edition, the National Film Board of Canada is launching {RE}DEFINED—a new initiative inviting next-generation creators (aged 30 and under) to explore Canadian and Indigenous identity through innovative short documentary films.

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Is it possible to lose my permanent resident status?

Although permanent residents (PRs) enjoy greater protections than temporary residents, their status is not guaranteed indefinitely. You can lose PR status for various reasons—some unfavourable, like not meeting residency obligations or becoming inadmissible, and others more positive, such as voluntarily giving up the status after becoming a Canadian citizen. Notably, you will still have PR […]

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Government of Canada marks start of construction of its Polar Max icebreaker

Through the National Shipbuilding Strategy (NSS), the Government of Canada continues to make significant investments in the Canadian Coast Guard (CCG) to ensure that it has the ships it needs to assert Canada’s sovereignty in the Arctic, while supporting jobs for Canadian workers.

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Express Entry: Canada issues thousands of invitations in second largest Healthcare draw of the year

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 2,500 ITAs in a draw for candidates in Express Entry’s Healthcare and social services occupation category. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have: A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score […]

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Joint statement: Toward a strategic partnership between Canada and Sweden

Today, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Canada’s Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, and the Honourable Stephen Fuhr, Canada’s Secretary of State (Defence Procurement), together with Ebba Busch, Sweden’s Minister for Energy, Business and Industry and Deputy Prime Minister, and Pål Jonson, Sweden’s Minister for Defence, released the following statement:

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Backgrounder: Investing across Ontario to build safe and strong communities

The Government of Canada is providing more than $748 million through the Canada Community-Building Fund for 652 recipients across Ontario in 2025-2026. These funds provide communities with stable and flexible funding for their infrastructure priorities across a wide range of categories. The funding enables local roads boards and municipalities to plan for their current and future needs, improve housing supply, and create connected communities.

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Diplomats for Equality 2025 Joint Statement

Global Affairs Canada and the diplomatic community in Ottawa, including the Australian High Commission, the Embassy of Austria, the Embassy of Belgium, the Embassy of Brazil, the British High Commission Ottawa, the Embassy of Chile, the Embassy of Colombia, the Embassy of Denmark, the Embassy of Estonia, the Delegation of the European Union, the Embassy of Finland, the Embassy of France, the Embassy of Germany, the Embassy of Greece, the Embassy of Honduras, the Embassy of Iceland, the Embassy of Ireland, the Embassy of Latvia, the Embassy of Lithuania, the Malta High Commission, the Embassy of Mexico, the Embassy of the Netherlands, the New Zealand High Commission, the Embassy of Norway, the Embassy of Portugal, the Embassy of Slovenia, the Embassy of Spain, the Embassy of Sweden, the Embassy of Switzerland and the Embassy of Uruguay, today issued the following statement

Categories: Global Affairs Canada
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Atlantic Immigration Program: What candidates are Canada’s Atlantic provinces prioritizing for immigration in 2025?

With a reduced allocation in 2025, Canadian provinces have begun prioritizing specific occupations and sectors under the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP). In general, individuals working in healthcare, construction, manufacturing, and select other sectors may have an advantage when applying through the AIP in 2025. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration Here’s a look […]

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