The Correctional Investigator plays a vital role in Canada’s correctional system. His annual report offers important insights and recommendations to help ensure that federal corrections remain safe, humane, and accountable for inmates, staff, and the broader community.
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Budget 2025 supports Canadian workers
In a rapidly changing and uncertain world, the Government of Canada is focused on protecting communities and the country, building the economy with major projects and millions of additional homes, and empowering Canadians with lower costs and new opportunities that will help people get ahead.
Government of Canada to announce funding to help address the toxic drug and overdose crisis in the Northwest Territories
The Honourable Rebecca Alty, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Member of Parliament for Northwest Territories, on behalf of the Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, will make an important announcement under the Emergency Treatment Fund.
CBSA seizes hundreds of litres of precursor chemicals from China used to produce fentanyl
The #CBSA in Vancouver intercepted 4,300 litres of precursor chemicals coming from China used to produce dangerous narcotics, including 13 billion doses of fentanyl.
The Honourable Tim Hodgson's remarks presented at the Atlantic Council Energy Security Summit
Let a moment of crisis catalyze a new era of strength in the form of reliable, responsible and resilient energy and critical mineral supply chains. So, whether you are a line operator in Windsor, a clean tech entrepreneur in Tokyo or a young family in Kharkiv, you can plan your life with confidence in the freedom and security you deserve and the power that underpins it all.
Government of Canada to announce funding to help address the toxic drug and overdose crisis in Atlantic Canada
The Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, President of the King’s Privy Council for Canada and Minister responsible for Canada-U.S. Trade, Intergovernmental Affairs, Internal Trade and One Canadian Economy and the Honourable Ginette Petitpas-Taylor, Member of Parliament for Moncton-Dieppe, on behalf of the Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, will make an important announcement under the Substance Use and Addictions Program.
Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Brampton
Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with the Honourable Shafqat Ali, President of the Treasury Board and Member of Parliament for Brampton—Chinguacousy Park, Sonia Sidhu, Member of Parliament for Brampton South, Amandeep Sodhi, Member of Parliament for Brampton Centre, the Honourable Prabmeet Sarkaria, Ontario’s Minister of Transportation and Member of Provincial Parliament for Brampton South, the Honourable Charmaine Williams, Member of Provincial Parliament for Brampton Centre, the Honourable Graham McGregor, Member of Provincial Parliament for Brampton North, Amarjot Sandhu, Member of Provincial Parliament for Brampton West, and His Worship Patrick Brown, Mayor of the City of Brampton.
Government of Canada tables the 2025 Report of the National Advisory Council on Poverty
On October 28, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario, tabled before Parliament the 2025 Report of the National Advisory Council on Poverty, entitled We Can Do Better: It is not a safety net if the holes are this big.
Government of Canada presents scientific insights about North Atlantic right whales and their potential for recovery
On October 29, Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) scientists presented a comprehensive update of the latest scientific knowledge of North Atlantic right whales (NARW) and their potential for recovery to stakeholders and interested Canadians.
PS Rochefort to announce Government of Canada support for forestry industry in Northeastern Ontario
Pauline Rochefort, Parliamentary Secretary to the Secretary of State (Rural Development), and Member of Parliament for Nipissing-Timiskaming, will make a FedNor announcement to support the forestry industry of Northeastern Ontario. The announcement will be made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for FedNor.
The Honourable Tim Hodgson Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Opening Ceremony Speech G7 Energy and Environment Ministersâ Meeting
Canada is honoured to host this year’s G7 Energy and Environment Ministers’ Meeting fifty years after the G7 first came together to confront challenging times, and now, once again, to rise to the tests — and opportunities — of a quickly changing world.
Government of Canada provides update on 2025 wildfires as support continues
Since April, the heightened risk and impacts have forced evacuations of more than 85,000 people, including over 45,000 people from 73 First Nations communities.
Canadian provincial immigration has whipsawed through 2025
Over the course of 2025, most provinces and territories in Canada saw an increase in the number of permanent residence nomination slots they received from the federal government. Only Ontario and Prince Edward Island have not received additional nominations, as of the time of writing. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams Under the Provincial […]
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Government of Canada to announce funding to help address the toxic drug and overdose crisis in Ontario
Maggie Chi, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Health, on behalf of the Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, will make an important announcement under the Emergency Treatment Fund and the Substance Use and Addictions Program.
Government of Canada and Canadian Alliance to End Homelessness work together to reduce homelessness
Far too many Canadians are struggling to find homes they can afford. Solving Canada’s housing crisis requires immediate action to bring down costs, cut red tape, and build homes more quickly. The Government of Canada is stepping up with a bold new approach to increase the supply of housing in Canada, and most recently launched Build Canada Homes, a new federal agency that will build and finance affordable housing at scale, while catalyzing a more productive homebuilding industry.
Backgrounder â List of Communities receiving funding through the first round of HRIF
The 16 communities receiving funding through HRIF are located in Newfoundland and Labrador, Prince Edward Island, Ontario and Alberta. The communities are receiving amounts between $100,000 to $1.4 million to implement a range of initiatives that will prevent people from falling into homelessness and accelerate people moving out of homelessness.
The Honourable Tim Hodgson G7 Remarks: IEA Energy Innovation Forum Keynote Address
Energy markets are being reshaped by geopolitical conflict, technological revolutions and the accelerating drive toward net zero. Citizens of the world require secure and affordable access to energy, investors are seeking clarity and confidence to deploy capital, and governments are working to deliver both climate ambition and economic growth.
Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Debert
Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Alana Hirtle, Member of Parliament for Cumberland–Colchester and Tim Bernard, Executive Director of the Mi’kmawey Debert Cultural Centre.
Canada opens G7 Energy and Environment Ministersâ Meeting
Today, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, and the Honourable Julie Dabrusin, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, opened the G7 Energy and Environment Ministers’ Meeting in Toronto, Ontario.
Minister Champagne clamps down on Driver Inc. scheme in Budget 2025
To restore fairness to the sector and ensure workers are receiving the benefits they deserve, Budget 2025 will provide $77.0 million over four years, starting in 2026-27, with ongoing funding of $19.2 million annually, for the Canada Revenue Agency to lift the moratorium on the penalties for failure to report fees for service transactions in the trucking industry and to implement a focused program that addresses non-compliance issues related to personal services businesses and reporting fees for service.
Canadian Armed Forces apologizes for history of systemic racism and racial discrimination
Today, General Jennie Carignan, Chief of the Defence Staff and Chief Warrant Officer Bob McCann, Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Chief Warrant Officer, delivered a formal apology to all current and former CAF members and their families who have experienced systemic racism, racial discrimination, and racial harassment in connection to their military service.
Combatting systemic racism and racial discrimination in the Defence Team
On October 30, 2025, the Chief of the Defence Staff, General Jennie Carignan, and the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Chief Warrant Officer (CWO) Bob McCann, delivered an apology on behalf of the CAF to current and former CAF members, as well as their families who have experienced systemic racism, racial discrimination, and racial harassment during their military service.
Secretary of State van Koeverden announces funding to celebrate Canadaâs sporting legacy
The Government of Canada announces historic support for Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame to preserve and celebrate the legacy of the country’s sporting heroes
IRCC issues 6,000 ITAs in third-largest Express Entry draw of the year
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 candidates with French-language proficiency. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have: A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 416; and Created an Express […]
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The NFB at RIDM 2025. Two films in competition: Sophie Bédard Marcotteâs Jâai perdu de vue le paysage and Sinakson Trevor Solwayâs Siksikakowan: The Blackfoot Man.
The National Film Board of Canada will have two feature films in competition at the 28th Montreal International Documentary Festival (RIDM), which runs from November 20 to 30, 2025. The directors will be in attendance for the screenings.