The Honourable Stephen Fuhr, Secretary of State (Defence Procurement), and the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality, Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), will announce an update on the Airlift Capability Project – Multi-role Flight Service.
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Government of Canada invests in AI for smarter and more efficient energy use
Today, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, and the Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, announced $6 million in federal funding to Hydro Ottawa Limited (Hydro Ottawa) for the Ottawa Distributed Energy Resource Accelerator (ODERA) program.
CRA responsiveness doubled as the 100-Day Service Improvement Plan reaches completion
Since launching the 100-day Service Improvement Plan earlier this year, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has made considerable and marked progress in reducing client wait times, improving service standards, and scaling up new technologies into its processes—all while improving user-friendly services.
Canada launches new streams to attract and retain top research talent from abroad
The Canadian government has launched its Research Talent Initiative—a new suite of programs that will help the country attract “leading international researchers” to the country. As part of this initiative, Canada will launch three new streams to welcome and retain “leading international and expatriate researchers” who can deliver “direct economic, societal and health benefits for […]
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Express Entry: 6,000 CEC invitations issued in largest draw in more than 16 months
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 6,000 ITAs in a draw for Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have: A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 520; and Created an […]
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National Film Board of Canada joins International Federation of Film Archives. FIAF brings together major non-profit archives dedicated to preserving and sharing the worldâs film heritage.
The National Film Board of Canada (NFB) has joined the International Federation of Film Archives (FIAF), a global community of organizations devoted to preserving and sharing the world’s film heritage.
Samuel De Champlain Bridge: Special Illumination for Human Rights Day
This evening, the Samuel De Champlain Bridge will be lit up in yellow and blue from sunset to 1:00 a.m. to mark Human Rights Day.
Long Point area landowner receives $13,000 fine for destruction of critical habitat
As a result of an investigation by Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO), a Long Point area landowner was convicted and subsequently sentenced in the Ontario Court of Justice for a violation of the Species at Risk Act.
Federal government invests in the Kus-kus-sum estuary restoration project on Vancouver Island
A coastal body of water on Vancouver Island will be restored after an investment of $1 million from the federal government.
Government of Canada lists four new terrorist entities
The Government of Canada is taking action to counter terrorism and violent extremism, in particular the radicalization of young people online, by adding four new organizations to the Criminal Code list of terrorist entities. These measures help protect Canadians and communities from intimidation, hate, and acts of violent extremism and terrorism.
Department of National Defence announces funding for remediation and water treatment in North Bay
The Department of National Defence (DND) is advancing work to address the presence of per- and polyfluoroalkylated substances (PFAS) near 22 Wing/Canadian Forces Base (CFB) North Bay.
Government of Canada lists four new terrorist entities
The Government of Canada lists 764, Maniac Murder Cult, Terrorgram Collective, and Islamic State-Mozambique as a terrorist entities.
Competition Bureau obtains a court order to advance investigation into WELL Healthâs acquisition of HEALWELL
Competition Bureau obtains a court order to advance investigation into WELL Health’s acquisition of HEALWELL December 10, 2025 – GATINEAU (Québec), Competition Bureau
Statement by Minister Miller, Minister Anand, Minister Valdez and Minister Fraser on Human Rights Day
The Government of Canada issues a statement to mark Human Rights Day
Environment and Climate Change Canada to present winter weather outlook and updates to extreme weather attribution system
Media representatives are advised that Environment and Climate Change Canada meteorologists and climate scientists will provide an information session and answer questions on the seasonal outlook for the upcoming winter in Canada.
Death of an inmate at the Regional Reception Centre
On December 5, 2025, Tyler Hunter, an inmate at the Regional Reception Centre, died while in our custody.
These are the biggest changes coming to Express Entry in 2026
Express Entry, Canada’s main application management system for skilled immigration, is set to undergo some big updates in the coming year. In 2026, the federal government will continue to target skilled workers from specific occupational categories to help it meet gaps in the labour market. This article will cover some of the notable changes expected […]
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Planning a winter getaway? Hereâs what you need to know
With the arrival of snow and colder winter weather, many Canadians are already planning for sunny getaways. Before you pack your bags, the Government of Canada would like to remind you of the wealth of information and advice available on Travel.gc.ca to help you plan a safe and successful trip.
Minister Hodgson to announce electricity grid funding
The Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, will announce funding for Ottawa's electricity grid. The Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation, and the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, will also attend.
Eight Miâgmaq First Nations in New Brunswick and the Government of Canada announce the signing of a Rights Implementation Agreement for Parks Canada-administered sites in New Brunswick
The Agreement provides for the establishment of a shared governance framework between the Mi’gmaq and Parks Canada.
The Miâkmaq of Nova Scotia and the Government of Canada Sign Co-management Arrangement
The Toqi'maliaptmu'k Arrangement walks the path of shared management at Parks Canada administered places in Nova Scotia.
Escape from Buffalo Sage Wellness House â Section 81
On December 9, 2025, during the 3:00 p.m. count, staff members at Buffalo Sage Wellness House, a minimum-security Section 81 facility, discovered that Charmaine Louis-Crier was not accounted for.
National Defence to make announcement on remediation and water treatment funding in North Bay
On behalf of the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, Pauline Rochefort, Member of Parliament (MP) for Nipissing – Timiskaming and Parliamentary Secretary to the Secretary of State (Rural Development), will make an announcement at 22 Wing North Bay regarding funding for the City of North Bay’s work to address the presence of per- and polyfluoroalkylated substances.
Canada advances international cooperation on industry, AI and digital technology at the G7 Industry, Digital and Technology Ministersâ Meeting
Today’s global challenges—including international peace and security, global economic stability and growth, and the digital transition—require Canadians and allies to work together to find shared solutions.
CANCELLED - Ministers Anandasangaree, Anand, and Solomon to make an announcement
Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, the Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, for an announcement on artificial intelligence.