Canada invited 1,082 Express Entry candidates to apply for Canadian immigration on February 16. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) only invited Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates in the new invitation round. The Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) cut off was 710. PNP candidates get an automatic 600 points added to their score when they receive their nomination, […]
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The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, will participate in a panel discussion to demonstrate Canada’s commitment to climate adaptation and climate partnerships, as part of Canada’s 5-year $5.3B climate finance commitment.
Government of Canada supports the 23rd MONTRÉAL EN LUMIÈRE festival.
Two Alberta Black-led organizations to receive $5.4 million in federal funding through the Black Entrepreneurship Program’s National Ecosystem Fund
Precision agriculture tools are helping farmers better manage their operations and become more efficient. These new types of technology are supporting farmers in their efforts to preserve valuable resources while providing more protection against diseases and insects. With the AgriInnovate program, under the Canadian Agricultural Partnership, the Government of Canada is providing repayable contributions for projects that aim to accelerate the commercialization, adoption and/or demonstration of innovative products, technologies, processes or services that increase agri-sector competitiveness and sustainability.
Minister Guilbeault speaks at the World Sustainable Development Summit and outlines Canada’s leadership role at home and abroad
Canada’s nuclear regulator invites media to the public Commission hearing about the Near Surface Disposal Facility proposed for Deep River, Ontario
Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise cyclists and pedestrians that the boardwalk on the Alexandra Bridge will be reduced for tests and inspections.
Media are invited to register for a virtual (video) press conference with Anita Anand, Minister of National Defence, following the completion of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization Defence Ministers’ Meeting in Brussels.
Canada has been a friend and partner of Haiti for many years, and it stands in solidarity with Haiti as the country continues to face a multi-dimensional crisis, as well as the impacts of the earthquake of August 14, 2021.
The Department of National Defence announced today three contribution agreements with Canadian innovators to develop solutions to provide integrated energy, water and waste management systems for relocatable temporary camps (RTC) used by the Canadian Armed Forces.
Canada announces $19.5 million in funding for reconstruction efforts in Haiti
Government of Canada announces opening of Waterton Lakes National Park Visitor Centre
Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Bill Blair, President of the Queen’s Privy Council for Canada and Minister of Emergency Preparedness, the Honourable Marco Mendicino, Minister of Public Safety and the Honourable David Lametti, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, for a media availability regarding the Emergencies Act.
Government of Canada officials will host a media technical briefing related to the Emergencies Act following a press conference by the Right Honourable Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister of Canada that was held on Monday, February 14.
Waterton Lakes National Park Visitor Centre
The Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development, together with The Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada and Minister responsible for the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency, will announce a federal investment to improve high-speed Internet access in rural Saskatchewan. A media availability will follow.
CED grants financial support to Cégep de Saint-Jérôme CCTT. This contribution is part of nearly $40M in Government of Canada support for innovative projects in Quebec for a green, resilient economy.
Canada has played a significant role in the creation and the upholding of the rules-based international order. When these rules are challenged, Canada must stand up and work with its allies to prevent their deterioration. Russia’s aggression and destabilizing activities in and around Ukraine are deeply concerning and Canada will continue to engage with partners and allies to pursue a diplomatic resolution to the ongoing crisis.
On February 14, 2022, the Government of Canada declared a public order emergency.
Sexual and Reproductive Health Awareness Week (February 14 – 18) is a time to raise awareness about the importance of sexual and reproductive health.
Government of Canada will announce federal investments for two initiatives designed to support the growth of Black-owned businesses in Alberta and across western Canada.
Fully vaccinated travellers will be able to enter Canada with a pre-arrival antigen test, unvaccinated children travellers will no longer have to isolate for 14 days, and international flights to all Canadian airports will resume starting February 28. Also, if fully vaccinated travellers are selected for a random on-arrival test, they will no longer have […]
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Following an open and competitive process, Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC), on behalf of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada, has awarded a contract to Parsons Inc. for construction management and care and maintenance services at the Faro Mine Complex. This contract will make a significant contribution to restoring and protecting the environment on and adjacent to the mine site, while bringing socio-economic benefits to northern and First Nations communities. These benefits include opportunities for employment, training and skills development, as well as for businesses to supply other goods and services to the project.
Faro Mine was once the largest open-pit lead-zinc mine in the world. Spanning over 25 square kilometres, it is now the site of one of the most complex abandoned mine remediation projects in Canada. It is located in south-central Yukon, near the town of Faro, in the traditional territory of the Kaska First Nations, and upstream from Selkirk First Nation. The Ross River Dena Council is the closest First Nation community to the site.