Today, the Governments of Canada and Nunavut signed the National Strategy for Drugs for Rare Disease (DRD) agreement to invest over $7.3 million over three years to improve access to new drugs for rare diseases for residents and to support enhanced access to existing drugs, early diagnosis, and screening for rare diseases.

Today, the Governments of Canada and Northwest Territories signed the National Strategy for Drugs for Rare Disease (DRD) agreement to invest over $7.8 million over three years to improve access to new drugs for rare diseases for residents and to support enhanced access to existing drugs, early diagnosis, and screening for rare diseases.

Today, the Government of Canada and the territory of Yukon signed the National Strategy for Drugs for Rare Disease (DRD) agreement to invest over $8.5 million over three years to improve access to new drugs for rare diseases for residents and to support enhanced access to existing drugs, early diagnosis, and screening for rare diseases.

Today, the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, announced that the Government of Canada and the Ktunaxa Nation are advancing a co developed approach to allocate $58 million in funding to deliver projects that restore, enhance, and conserve fish and fish habitat in British Columbia’s Kootenay Region, focused on benefiting Qukin ʔamakʔis (Elk Valley).

The Government of Canada is committed to safeguarding the health and well-being of Canada’s agricultural community while supporting the long-term sustainability and success of the sector.

Canada plans to grant permanent residence to 2,750 home care workers under its new Home Care Worker Immigration Pilot (HCWP). Of these 2,750 admissions, 150 will be reserved for home care workers currently out of status in the country, according to Immigration Minister Marc Miller, who announced these targets in a press conference on March […]

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Volunteers impact Canadians’ lives in countless ways. By supporting social services and social enterprises, from arts and culture to sports and recreation, volunteers foster stronger and more inclusive communities. Through Canada’s Volunteer Awards, the Government of Canada is proud to highlight some of the country’s most inspiring volunteers.

Today, the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change; Marc G. Serré, Member of Parliament for Nickel Belt; and Viviane Lapointe, Member of Parliament for Sudbury, announced an investment of up to $1.48 million from the Low Carbon Economy Fund to help IAMGOLD Corporation reduce greenhouse gas emissions from its mining operations at their Côté Gold mine in Sudbury, Ontario

Robert Oliphant, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, has concluded a productive visit to London, United Kingdom, where he attended Commonwealth Week events between March 11 and 13, 2025.

Canada has announced a total of $7.8 million in funding to the Commonwealth of Learning to support the organization’s education initiatives across the Commonwealth.

Today, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, and the Honourable John Streicker, Yukon Minister of Energy, Mines and Resources, announced they are more than tripling the funding for a program to help Yukon homeowners switch to energy-efficient heat pump systems, which will help households save money, ensure year-round comfort and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Since its launch in 2017, the Strategic Innovation Fund (SIF) has supported collaboration between businesses, research institutions and non-profit organizations to drive growth in key emerging technology sectors. It funds business-led projects in areas where Canada has an economic advantage, such as cleantech, life sciences, agriculture/agri-food, mining and aerospace. Over the years, SIF networks have supported over 750 small and medium-sized enterprises (SME) that have created over 1,200 jobs and attracted over $1.7 billion in investment.

Travel and tourism play an important role in promoting economic growth, developing destinations and strengthening understanding between peoples. They also reinforce cooperation and diplomatic relations between countries.

Federal investment to boost northern New Brunswick airport

Today, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced over $1.5 million in federal support for three projects focusing on the advancement of prefabricated wood construction in the province of British Columbia. These investments are aimed at promoting construction using Canadian wood and driving sustainable innovation in the forestry and construction sectors.

Boosting Atlantic Canada’s Bioscience Business Incubator: Emergence 4.0 investment will expand mentorship, commercialization, and investment support for bioscience firms across the region.

Funding will drive groundbreaking research initiatives, strengthen Canada’s global competitiveness, and deliver real-world benefits for Canadians

The United Church will be transformed into a green and inclusive building to host the Jean-Marc Belzile Library thanks to a $5,613,116 investment from the federal government.

Government of Canada Designates two new Heritage Lighthouses in Prince Edward Island

Moving to a new country may come with many exciting opportunities, but it also means learning how to navigate a different financial system. Understanding how to keep your personal information and finances secure is a step you may wish to take upon arrival here. This article can help you recognize common types of financial fraud […]

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By working closely with its partners across Canada, the federal government is ensuring that more Canadians will be able to live near public transit, connecting them to jobs, services, and their communities.

Fisheries and Oceans Canada announced $6.1 million, from four funding programs, to reinforce the early implementation of Canada’s first ever conservation strategy for Atlantic salmon to restore and rebuild wild Atlantic salmon populations and their habitats.

Today, the Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier announced Canada’s first ever conservation strategy to restore and rebuild wild Atlantic salmon populations and their habitats.

On March 8, 2025, an inmate was the victim of an assault in the medium-security unit at Mission Institution.

The Government of Canada is investing in upgrades to a beloved ballfield in Glace Bay, ensuring the field remains a vibrant hub for recreation and helping Cape Breton strengthen its reputation as a popular location for event tourism.