Canada and Mexico share a longstanding partnership built on strong people-to-people, economic and cultural ties. In September 2025, our two countries elevated their relationship through the launch of the Canada-Mexico Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. Guided by the Canada–Mexico Action Plan (CMAP), it seeks to make North America the most competitive, dynamic, and resilient economic region in the world.
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Minister Hajdu to announce Government of Canada support and investments in Indigenous economic development and clean energy projects
The Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for FedNor, and Member of Parliament for Thunder Bay—Superior North, will announce FedNor investments in support of Indigenous-led economic development initiatives across Northern Ontario. Minister Hajdu will also announce a new support program for Indigenous-led clean energy projects in the region.
CRA strengthens compliance in trucking sector by lifting the moratorium on T4A penalties
Trucking is vital to connecting Canada’s vast and expansive territory and bridging our united economies.
Minister Sidhu speaks with Indiaâs Minister of Commerce and Industry Â
Yesterday, the Honourable Maninder Sidhu, Minister of International Trade, spoke with Piyush Goyal, India’s Minister of Commerce and Industry.
Government of Canada to announce support for defence innovation in southern Ontario
The Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, will make an important announcement in support of innovation in the defence sector.
Opening statement to the Senate Standing Committee on Banking, Commerce and the Economy: Competition is critical to building a stronger, more affordable economy
Opening statement to the Senate Standing Committee on Banking, Commerce and the Economy: Competition is critical to building a stronger, more affordable economy Speech December 4, 2025
Statement by Minister Thompson on the divestiture of the Freshwater Fish Marketing Corporation
Over the past several years, through extensive engagement with partners, stakeholders and Indigenous harvesters, Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) has moved forward with transforming the ownership and governance model of the Freshwater Fish Marketing Corporation (FFMC) to remain resilient and competitive in today’s open market and to continue to meet the needs of inland commercial fish harvesters now and into the future.
Canadian Joint Forces Command
The Canadian Joint Forces Command (CJFC) has been established as a new command within the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) with Lieutenant-General Darcy Molstad and Chief Warrant Officer Donovan Crawford appointed as its inaugural command team. Its creation marks a major step forward in improving leadership, coordination, and accountability for joint capabilities across the Defence Team.
Looking to move to Canada as an American? Here are your work permit options
Canada recently ranked as the top country Americans want to move to in 2026, according to a new survey. Nearly a quarter (24.4%) of respondents who are considering a move abroad chose their northern neighbour, citing cost of living, safety, and health care as key factors. If you’re one of the many Americans eyeing the […]
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Canadian Armed Forces establish Canadian Joint Forces Command
On November 25, 2025, the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, officially established the Canadian Joint Forces Command (CJFC), a new Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) command designed to strengthen leadership, coordination, and accountability for joint military capabilities across the CAF.
Atlantic Canada Highlights Growing Tech and Mining Sectors in London
Canada has what the world wants and needs. With strategic investments driving growth, Canada is moving from reliance to resilience, diversifying trade relationships at home and abroad, and stepping forward as a reliable partner ready to expand exports to new markets around the world.
Companies and Organizations Taking Part in London Missions
Companies and Organizations Taking Part in London Missions
Canada and Ontario agree to one-year extension of the Canada-wide early learning and child care agreement
Affordable child care is essential to Canada’s economy. Every child deserves the best possible start in life, and every parent deserves the peace of mind that comes from knowing their child is cared for, in a safe and inclusive environment.
Health Canada launches National Wastewater Drug Surveillance dashboard to inform overdose-crisis response and to share data on drug use in Canada
Today, the Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, announced the launch of a new public dashboard under the National Wastewater Drug Surveillance (NWDS) program as part of Canada’s collective response to the illegal drug crisis.
Can moving to another province help me secure Canadian PR?
Temporary residents in Canada may be able to boost their immigration chances by moving to another province and applying through a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). While most PNP streams have a prior residency requirement, there are some provincial pathways open to candidates who do not currently reside in that province—meaning that if you were to […]
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Canada signs joint statement of intent with Finland and United States to advance Icebreaker Collaboration Effort
The Icebreaker Collaboration Effort (ICE) Pact is a trilateral agreement between Canada, Finland and the United States (US) to enhance our collective capabilities to produce world-class icebreaking vessels needed to assert our polar and Arctic sovereignty.
Media Advisory: Veteran Housing and Homelessness Announcement in Saint John
Members of the media are invited to a Veteran housing and homelessness announcement with the Honourable Wayne Long, Secretary of State for Canada Revenue Agency and Financial Institutions, and Member of Parliament for Saint John—Kennebecasis, and Debbie Bentley-Lauzon, Manager of Systems Alignment with the Human Development Council.
Government of Canada invests $47 million to secure access to essential Canadian Earth observation data
Today, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, announced the Government of Canada’s intent to contract MDA Space to build, test, and launch an additional satellite for the RADARSAT Constellation Mission (RCM).
Canada increases immigration fees
The federal government has increased several immigration fees, effective December 1, 2025. The fees affected by this increase include: Inadmissibility-related fees; and The International Experience Canada (IEC) work permit processing fee. Schedule a Free Legal Consultation with the Cohen Immigration Law Firm Those who submitted an online application and paid the old fees before midnight […]
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Ontario proposes complete overhaul of provincial pathways to permanent residence
Ontario’s provincial government has proposed a two-phased approach for introducing major changes to how it selects nominees for permanent residence. In phase one, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) would consolidate its three “Employer: Job Offer streams” into a single stream. In phase two, the OINP would eliminate all its other existing streams and introduce […]
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Minister Anand meets with NATO Secretary General Rutte
The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, met today with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on the margins of the Meeting of NATO Ministers of Foreign Affairs.
G7 Labour and Employment Ministersâ Communiqué
1. We, the G7 Labour and Employment Ministers, met virtually on December 3, 2025, together with Heads of the International Labour Organization (ILO), the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), the Business 7 (B7), and the Labour 7 (L7).
Statement following the 22nd Kimberley Process Plenary on conflict diamonds
Global Affairs Canada today issued the following statement:“Canada participated in the 22nd Kimberley Process Plenary, held from November 17 to 21, 2025, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Canada thanks the United Arab Emirates for hosting.
Samuel De Champlain Bridge: Special Illumination for the International Day of Persons with Disabilities
This evening, the Samuel De Champlain Bridge will be lit up in purple from sunset to 1:00 a.m. for the International Day of Persons with Disabilities.
First Nations Finance Authority surpasses $4 Billion in financing since its founding
Today, Ernie Daniels, President and Chief Executive Officer of FNFA, and the Honourable Rebecca Alty, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, joined Chief Derek Epp, Ch'íyáqtel First Nation, BC and FNFA Board Chair to recognize FNFA's achievement of issuing more than $4 billion in financing since the organization was established. This has contributed to the creation of an estimated 39,000 jobs and $8.5 billion to Canada's economy.