On October 24, 2025, Public Services and Procurement Canada published a request for standing offers for interpretation services on CanadaBuys.
Open work permits, which allow holders to work for almost any employer in Canada, are available for foreign nationals in specific situations. Schedule a Free Work Permit Consultation with the Cohen Immigration Law Firm This article will cover The most common types of OWPs; Eligibility requirements for each OWP type and how to apply; and […]
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While everyone experiences pain at some point in their lives, for one in five people in Canada, pain is not temporary — it’s part of their everyday life. Today marks the beginning of National Pain Awareness Week, an opportunity to recognize the severe impact chronic pain can have on people’s lives, and share resources available to support those living with this complex health issue.
The New Brunswick Mi’gmaq and the Government of Canada announce the signing of a historic agreement related to sites administered by Parks Canada in New Brunswick.
Today, Australia, Canada and New Zealand issued this joint statement following the APEC Ministerial Meeting from October 29 to October 30 and the APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting from October 31 to November 1.
Manitoba has issued 29 invitations to skilled worker candidates through the Skilled Worker Stream of the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP)—the majority of which went to candidates already in the province on facilitated work permits. All candidates were invited under the Skilled Worker in Manitoba or Skilled Worker Overseas pathways, based on a direct invitation […]
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Today, the Honourable David McGuinty, Minister of National Defence and the Philippine Secretary of National Defense, Gilberto Teodoro, signed a Status of Visiting Forces Agreement (SOVFA) between Canada and the Philippines. This agreement builds on the Canada-Philippines Defence Cooperation Memorandum of Understanding signed in January 2024.
This week, the Honourable Maninder Sidhu, Minister of International Trade, accompanied Prime Minister Mark Carney to the 47th ASEAN Summit in Malaysia, followed by a stop in Singapore. While in the region, Minister Sidhu also participated in the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Ministerial Meeting in the Republic of Korea.
At 11:40 a.m., on November 1, 2025, inmate Clifford Lamirande was apprehended by the Winnipeg Police Service.
The Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Keynote Address for the B7 Industry Meeting
Today, Canada’s Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, Tim Hodgson, and Italy's Minister of the Environment and Energy Security, Gilberto Pichetto Fratin, held the first bilateral Energy Dialogue between the two countries at the G7 Energy and Environment Ministers Meeting in Toronto, Ontario
Today, Canada’s Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, Tim Hodgson, met with Japan’s State Minister of Economy, Trade, and Industry Yamada Kenji at the G7 Energy and Environment Ministers’ Meeting in Toronto, Ontario. They released the Joint Statement on Cooperation in the Energy Resources Sector, which signals their mutual commitment in the sector, including liquefied natural gas (LNG), nuclear power and the battery value chain.
On October 31 and November 1, the Honourable Julie Dabrusin, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, hosted the 9th Ministerial on Climate Action (MoCA9) in Toronto, Ontario, where ministers and key partners gathered to advance discussion on climate action ahead of the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) taking place in Belém, Brazil, later this month.
In a rapidly changing and uncertain world, Canada’s new government is focused on what we can control. We are protecting our communities and our country. We are building our economy with major projects and millions more homes. We are empowering Canadians with lower costs and new opportunities to help you get ahead. We cannot control what other nations do, but we can control what we choose to build—and we are building Canada Strong.
Canada’s efforts to curb immigration have been working to ease rental prices and stabilize employment, according to a new report by TD Economics. In their report, Beata Caranci and Marc Ercolao found that reduced temporary resident and permanent resident admissions have accounted for a 36% slow down in projected rent increases, and nearly a full […]
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Government of Canada issues statement to mark Lebanese Heritage Month
Government of Canada issues a statement for Hindu Heritage Month
As the world confronts evolving energy challenges shaped by geopolitical pressures, climate change and technological disruption, Canada will continue to work with G7 partners and other allies to reinforce prosperity, security and sustainability for citizens around the world.
Building on commitments to enhance energy security made during the 2025 G7 Leaders’ Summit in Kananaskis, Alberta, G7 Energy Ministers noted the importance of securing energy sources and critical mineral materials and of strengthening collaboration to improve the stability, resilience and flexibility of energy systems to meet demand and mitigate these risks.
Today, Canada’s Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, Tim Hodgson, met with Ukraine’s Minister of Energy, Svitlana Grynchuk, at the G7 Energy and Environment Ministers’ Meeting in Toronto, Ontario. Minister Hodgson reaffirmed Canada’s longstanding commitment to Ukraine’s energy security, with Minister Grynchuk expressing gratitude for Canada’s support. Canada's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Anita Anand, and Canada’s Special Representative for the Reconstruction of Ukraine, Chrystia Freeland, also attended the meeting.
Energy markets are being reshaped by conflict, technology and the accelerating drive toward net zero. Citizens around the world need secure and affordable energy; investors need the conditions that make it possible to deploy capital; and governments must deliver economic growth while reducing emissions.
With artificial intelligence (AI) emerging as one of the most consequential technologies for both the energy sector and global economy, Canada and its G7 partners are investing to support future competitiveness and productivity while considering energy security, reliability and affordability. G7 partners recognize that AI can be harnessed to promote energy innovation and help strengthen the resilience and reliability of energy systems. However, its adoption places growing pressure on energy grids and could negatively affect energy security.
Five decades after the G7’s founding in 1975, Ministers discussed the strategic role for continued G7 leadership in the context of global multilateral efforts, through domestic and global action and investments, in pursuit of energy and environmental objectives.
This week, Prince Edward Island held an unplanned draw, breaking with its established draw scheduled to issue invitations to candidates under the Labour and Express Entry stream of the Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP). Invitations were extended to international graduates from the University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI), Holland College, and Collège […]
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The G7 Ministers of Energy underscore the evolving scope of energy security and its impact on growth, competitiveness, and broader national and economic security