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Buy Canadian - Backgrounder

Effective December 16, 2025, the Government of Canada is rolling out the new Buy Canadian Policy for federal procurement. The policy sets clear direction for federal departments and agencies to prioritize Canadian suppliers and Canadian content in their purchasing decisions.

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Canadian and Icelandic Coast Guards sign agreement to increase cooperation

Today, the Canadian Coast Guard and the Icelandic Coast Guard signed a letter of intent to formalize a shared commitment to cooperation and collaboration on coast guard operations. This agreement marks a significant step forward in strengthening international partnerships that enhance maritime safety, environmental protection, and operational readiness in the North Atlantic and Arctic regions.

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Minister Dabrusin to announce funding for Indigenous-led nature initiatives

Media representatives are advised that the Honourable Julie Dabrusin, Minister of the Environment, Climate Change and Nature, will announce support for Indigenous-led stewardship initiatives that will help protect important ecosystems and species, advance locally led climate solutions, and sustain Indigenous ways of life.

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Invitation to media – Minister Joly to announce Government of Canada support for 19 manufacturing businesses in three Quebec regions affected by tariff situation

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for CED, along with Caroline Desrochers, Member of Parliament for Trois-Rivières and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Housing and Infrastructure, will announce Government of Canada funding to support 19 manufacturing businesses in the Mauricie, Lanaudière and Centre-du-Québec regions. This assistance is being provided in a context marked by tariff pressures affecting these businesses’ operations.

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Express Entry invitations issued to PNP candidates in second consecutive week of draws

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 399 ITAs in a draw for Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have: A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 731; and Created an […]

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Backgrounder - Canada imposes further sanctions against Iran

In 2010, the Canadian government established the Special Economic Measures (Iran) Regulations (“Iran Regulations”) pursuant to the Special Economic Measures Act. In October 2022, Canada amended the Iran Regulations to include gross and systematic human rights violations and has since imposed a total of 20 rounds of sanctions, including today’s announcement.

Categories: Global Affairs Canada
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Bill C-3 takes effect, giving many a clear pathway to Canadian citizenship

Thousands of lost Canadians previously affected by the first-generation limit (FGL) to citizenship by descent are now eligible to gain Canadian citizenship.  On December 15, 2025, Bill C-3, “An Act to Amend the Citizenship Act”, became law.  “This new legislation strengthens the bond between Canadians at home and around the world, and reaffirms the values […]

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Government of Canada launches commercial fishery pilot to help control European Green Crab in Southwest New Brunswick

The European Green Crab is an aquatic invasive species in Canada that upsets the balance of our marine ecosystems. In Southwest New Brunswick, European Green Crab negatively impacts native species and habitats like eel grass, dulse beds and shellfish, which are culturally, ecologically and economically important to the area. Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) collaborates with harvesters, Indigenous communities and other partners to detect, monitor and limit the spread and damage of this aquatic invasive species.