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Ontario invites 1,186 PNP candidates from all Employer Job Offer streams

Ontario came back with a bang on December 7, inviting 1,186 immigration candidates to apply for a provincial nomination. The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) issued invitations to candidates who had profiles in its Expression of Interest (EOI) system. Here are the results of all the draws in a table: Discover if You’re Eligible for […]

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Categories: PNP , Canada immigration , Canadian immigration , Canadian immigration news , Expression of Interest , immigrate to ontario , OINP , Ontario Employer Job Offer , ontario eoi , Ontario immigration , PNPs
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Canada’s new Omicron travel rules at a glance

After the Omicron variant emerged, Canada implemented a slew of new travel restrictions. Travellers from 10 African countries were hit with increased restrictions last week. The affected nations include: Botswana, Egypt, Eswatini, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Nigeria, South Africa and Zimbabwe. Foreign nationals who have been to any of these countries within the past 14 […]

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Categories: Canada , Canada immigration news , Canada travel , Canadian immigration news , coronavirus , coronavirus (COVID-19) , COVID-19 , pandemic , travel restrictions , Travel to Canada
  by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada   from cic

Minister Bibeau announces federal support to help pork producers grow their markets and protect against African swine fever 

Today, during a video address at Le Porc Show, the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, announced an investment of more than $4.6 million for three projects to grow the pork industry within Canada and in international markets, and to help farms continue to ensure high levels of safety in the face of the threat of African swine fever. These investments build on Canada’s internationally-renowned reputation as a supplier of high-quality and sustainably-produced pork products.
Categories: National News
  by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada   from cic

Canada launches new initiative to protect vulnerable women and girls in Central America

As a friend, ally and regional partner, Canada is committed to helping countries in the northern part of Central America address high levels of violence and growing social and economic instability. These difficult conditions have forcibly displaced thousands—including many women and girls—and contributed to a significant increase in irregular migration, which puts already vulnerable people at greater risk.
Categories: National News
  by Transport Canada   from cic

Minister Alghabra marks International Civil Aviation Day

Every year, on December 7, we take time to recognize the special role that international civil aviation plays in bringing us together. This year, we also want to recognize and celebrate the incredible work of the many international civil aviation professionals who responded to the pandemic and helped to keep Canadians and travellers safe.
Categories: National News
  by Department of Justice Canada   from cic

Mandatory Minimum Penalties and the Courts

In support of the Government’s commitment to reintroduce former Bill C-22 within the first 100 days of its mandate, on December 7, 2021, the Honourable David Lametti, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, introduced Bill C-XX, which would amend the Criminal Code and the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act.
Categories: National News
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Addressing Systemic Racism: Budget 2021 and Fall Economic Statement 2020 support for Criminal Justice Reform

Budget 2021 proposed to provide $74.8 million over three years, starting in 2021-22, to improve access to justice for Indigenous peoples and support the development of an Indigenous Justice Strategy to address systemic discrimination and the overrepresentation of Indigenous peoples in the justice system.
Categories: National News
  by Environment and Climate Change Canada   from cic

Government of Canada announces $200M to address climate change by restoring carbon-rich ecosystems through nature-based solutions

Building on Canada’s commitment to protect and conserve nature, the Minister of Environment and Climate Change, the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, today announced that applications are now being accepted for the Nature Smart Climate Solutions Fund. With up to $200 million available over the next five years, the funding will help individuals and organizations reduce Canada’s greenhouse gas emissions by conserving, restoring, and enhancing the management of critical ecosystems.
Categories: National News
  by Employment and Social Development Canada   from cic

Government of Canada will require employees in all federally regulated workplaces to be vaccinated against COVID-19

Vaccination is the best line of defense against COVID-19. It not only protects those who are vaccinated, but it protects vulnerable populations like young children who aren’t yet able to get vaccinated. To finish the fight against COVID-19, protect workers and their families, and ensure businesses can get back up to speed, we need to do everything we can to keep public spaces safe, particularly as we continue to face new variants.
Categories: Employers
  by Global Affairs Canada   from cic

Canada gravely concerned over Aung San Suu Kyi and Win Myint convictions

“Canada condemns the convictions of Myanmar’s detained, democratically elected civilian leadership, including State Counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi and President Win Myint. Today’s convictions follow trials that met no standard of impartiality and are emblematic of the regime’s blatant disregard for human rights and judicial independence..."
Categories: Global Affairs