Sales of patented medicines in Canada were $22.1 billion in 2024, a 10.9% increase over the year before.

Statement by the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario, on International Day of Persons with Disabilities

The Taxpayers’ Ombudsperson has asked the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) to improve the processing of complex T1 adjustments for persons with disabilities and their supporting family members.

The Honourable Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, will be in Quebec City to highlight the great work of producers across the province.

Despite numerous changes in Canada’s immigration landscape over the last year, attaining permanent residence (PR) without having previously lived or worked in the country is still possible. Canada offers several immigration pathways specifically for skilled candidates, particularly those with work experience in high-demand occupations. See your eligibility for all Express Entry streams In this article, […]

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The Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario, and the Honourable Paul Calandra, Ontario’s Minister of Education, will be in Ottawa to announce an extension to the Canada–Ontario Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care Agreement.

President of the Treasury Board hosts Red Tape Reduction Summit and launches new initiative to eliminate red tape

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency takes further steps to reduce red tape by repealing outdated regulations

If you want to immigrate to Canada after graduating, selecting the right study program can make a big difference. In this article, we’ll list the study programs that hit on the key factors for immigrating to Canada: Eligible for open work permits after graduation (PGWPs). Lead to occupations given priority for permanent residence. Lead to […]

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Accessibility Standards Canada announced today the publication of the CAN-ASC-6.2 – Accessible and Equitable Artificial Intelligence Systems standard. This equity-based standard is the first National Standard of Canada focused specifically on accessible artificial intelligence (AI).

Statement by Minister Ali on the International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2025

The Honourable Rob Oliphant, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that he will travel to Vienna, Austria, to represent Canada at the 32nd Ministerial Council meeting of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) from December 4 to 5, 2025.

Today, the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, announced that Canada will purchase a package of critical military capabilities sourced from the United States under the North Atlantic Treaty Organization’s (NATO) Prioritised Ukraine Requirements List (PURL), in partnership with other NATO Allies.

Canada remains unwavering in its support for Ukraine’s defence of its sovereignty and territorial integrity and pursuit of lasting peace in the face of Russia’s ongoing aggression.

Canada’s funding for NATO’s Comprehensive Assistance Package (CAP) for Ukraine is intended to support Ukraine’s ability to provide for its own security through immediate, short-term and non-lethal military assistance.

Today, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) announced new measures to protect Canadians from the risk of Salmonella infection associated with pistachios from Iran.

The Government of Canada is committed to protecting aquatic species while supporting the cultures, communities and industries that depend on them.

On November 24, 2025, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) recognized members of 103 Search and Rescue Squadron with a Certificate of Commendation for Exceptional Bravery at Sea at IMO Headquarters in London, United Kingdom, for rescuing the crew from a disabled cargo vessel near Lark Harbour, Newfoundland, on February 15, 2025.

On November 27, 2025 as a result of the vigilance of staff members, packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized.

Residents across Markham will soon have more places to get out and get moving, thanks to a new funding partnership between the Government of Canada and the City of Markham.

PrairiesCan investments build on tourism momentum, strengthening the Prairie economy

PrairiesCan is investing $671,561 for five projects in Saskatchewan through the Prairies Performing Arts Initiative (PPAI) and the Tourism Growth Program (TGP).

Please be advised that the Honourable Rebecca Alty, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, along with Ernie Daniels, President and Chief Executive Officer of the First Nations Finance Authority, will announce significant progress made to empowering First Nations through access to capital.

Statement from the Commissioner of Competition - Matthew Boswell, the Commissioner of Competition, has announced that he will end his term on December 17, 2025.

The primary National Occupational Classification (NOC) code you use for your Express Entry profile can significantly impact whether you get Canadian permanent residence (PR). Not only can your primary NOC determine your eligibility for certain Express Entry programs, but it also impacts your visibility as a suitable candidate for enhanced Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) streams. […]

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