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Government of Canada to make an announcement regarding Sable Island National Park Reserve
Government of Canada to make an announcement regarding Sable Island National Park Reserve.
Minister Hodgson to announce forest sector support
The Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, will announce federal measures to protect and support Canada’s forest sector.
OINP issues over 1,100 invitations across five draws after two-month pause
On December 10, Ontario extended a total of 1,133 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for provincial nomination across five draws, after having held no draws since October 9. Candidates across three Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) streams received invitations, including the Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker Stream; Employer Job Offer: International Student Stream; and Employer Job […]
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Minister Anand participates in virtual meeting in support of Ukraine
The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today participated, on behalf of Prime Minister Mark Carney, in a virtual meeting of the Coalition of the Willing, an important format for supporting Ukraine’s security now and in the future.
Minister Champagne meets with provincial and territorial Finance Ministers, deepens partnerships for a stronger economic future for Canada
Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance and National Revenue, hosted a provincial and territorial Finance ministers' meeting in Ottawa. Participants discussed the shared national priority of strengthening Canada's economy and enhancing our global competitiveness in an increasingly divided world, setting a clear course to become the strongest economy in the G7.
CAF member arrested and charged in joint police operation into foreign interference and security of information
On December 10, 2025, the Canadian Forces Military Police, specifically the Canadian Forces National Investigation Service (CFNIS), arrested and charged Master Warrant Officer Matthew Robar, a member of the Canadian Forces Intelligence Command, with multiple offences pursuant to the National Defence Act (NDA) and other Acts.
Canada invites healthcare workers in first category-based Express Entry draw of December
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 Healthcare and social services candidates. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have: A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 476; and Created an […]
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Tribunal Initiates Interim ReviewâPhotovoltaic Modules and Laminates from China
The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today initiated an interim review of its order made on March 25, 2021, in expiry review RR-2020-001, concerning photovoltaic modules and laminates originating in or exported from China. This interim review was initiated at the request of Kings Solar Solutions Inc. following a Tribunal determination that the request was properly documented.
Death of an inmate at the Regional Reception Centre
On December 7, 2025, Robert Grimmel, an inmate from the Regional Reception Centre, died while in our custody of apparent natural causes.
Statement from the Council of Chief Medical Officers of Health - Latest National Data on Substance-Related Harms
Today’s data release provides a picture of substance-related deaths and harms in the previous 12 months. At the national level, from July 2024 to June 2025, there were 6,161 deaths, an average of 17 deaths per day.
Lane closure on Alexandra Bridge
Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise motorists that the Ottawa-bound lane on the Alexandra Bridge will be closed for repair work.
Seizures of contraband and unauthorized items at Collins Bay Institution
Between November 23 and December 2, 2025, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, multiple packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Collins Bay Institution, a multi-level security federal institution.
PS Naqvi to speak at Energy Modelling Hub Annual Forum 2025
Yasir Naqvi, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of International Trade and to the Secretary of State (International Development), on behalf of the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, will announce support for research in energy technologies at the Energy Modelling Hub Annual Forum 2025 in Ottawa.
Governments of Canada and Alberta to announce extension to Canada-wide early learning and child care agreement
The Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario, and the Honourable Demetrios Nicolaides, Alberta’s Minister of Education and Childcare, will be in Calgary to announce an extension to the Canada–Alberta Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care Agreement.
Four Reasons to Keep Your CELPIP Score Updated!
Once you’ve taken your CELPIP Test and achieved your score goals, it is essential to ensure that you keep your CELPIP score up to date for the following practical reasons: Book a CELPIP Test Date Most immigration applications have validity limits Most immigration programs, such as the Post-Graduate Work Permit (PGWP) in Canada and the […]
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Rapid Extreme Weather Event Attribution system
The Rapid Extreme Weather Event Attribution system analyzes extreme weather events quickly and shows how human-caused climate change can impact the likelihood of extreme weather events happening. An extreme weather event is when we get unusual or unseasonal extremes compared to historical data.
Environment and Climate Change Canada presents winter seasonal outlook and expansion of the Rapid Extreme Weather Event Attribution system
Environment and Climate Change Canada’s scientists released the 2025–2026 winter seasonal forecast and launched the expanded Rapid Extreme Weather Event Attribution system to show how human-caused climate change affects extreme precipitation.
Making way for rural transit solutions across Ontario
Seventeen recipients across Ontario will be able to establish or enhance their transit systems, thanks to more than $3.7 million in federal investments through the Rural Transit Solutions Fund (RTSF).
Backgrounder : Making way for rural transit solutions across Ontario
The federal government is investing more than $3.7 million through the Rural Transit Solutions Fund (RTSF) to support 17 rural transit projects across Ontario.
Interested in Canada’s H-1B pathway? Maximize your chances by keeping these documents ready
Having the necessary documents ready ahead of time is essential for those looking to apply for Canada’s upcoming pathway for H-1B visa holders. In 2023, the federal government launched an open work permit program for holders of United States H-1B visas. This program reached its cap of 10,000 applications within just two days. Foreign nationals […]
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Minister MacKinnon to make an announcement regarding the next steps for Alto High-Speed Rail
Gatineau (Quebec) — The Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon will make an announcement about the next steps for High-Speed Rail. He will be joined by Martin Imbleau, president and Chief Executive Officer of Alto.
Permanent residence pathways you can qualify for with NCLC level 5 French
Even French-speakers with initial intermediate language abilities have several pathways to Canadian permanent residence (PR) open to them. Canada is intensifying its push to grow Francophone immigration outside Quebec, aiming for a French-speaking PR admissions target of 10.5% by 2028, compared to an 8.5% target in 2025. While an NCLC 5 may seem modest, it […]
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Countdown to Artemis II: CSA hosts information sessions on media opportunities
On Tuesday, December 16, the Canadian Space Agency (CSA) will host virtual information sessions for media representatives regarding the Artemis II mission.
Government of Canada to announce support for electric vehicle innovation in Ontario
Government of Canada to announce support for electric vehicle innovation in Ontario