The federal government is investing more than $6.3 million through the Active Transportation Fund to support eight active transportation improvement and planning projects across British Columbia.
Immigration News
My PGWP is being processed, but my interim work authorization has expired—am I still able to work?
If you are an international student who has applied for your Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) but have not yet received a decision, you may be worried about the expiry date of your interim work authorization. With increasing PGWP processing times, many graduates may already be approaching the end of their work authorization validity, without having […]
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Canadian-led NATO Multinational Brigade Latvia completes Exercise RESOLUTE WARRIOR 25
Under Canadian leadership as the framework nation, North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Multinational Brigade Latvia (MNB-LVA) conducted Exercise RESOLUTE WARRIOR 25 from November 1 to 10, 2025, across central and eastern Latvia.
Government of Canada acts to permanently control sedative drug linked to illegal drug markets
Today, the Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, announced permanent controls as of December 19, 2025, for carisoprodol, a sedative drug that has been found in illegal drug markets around the world.
Government of Canada to announce investments in Rideau Canal National Historic Site infrastructure improvements
Government of Canada to announce investments in Rideau Canal National Historic Site infrastructure improvements
Government of Canada renews support for Black-led organizations in Atlantic Canada
Funding is now available for eligible organizations in the region through the Black Entrepreneurship Program Ecosystem Fund
Statement by Minister Valdez on Womenâs Entrepreneurship Day
Today, the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), issued the following statement in celebration of Women’s Entrepreneurship Day
Government of Canada supports cultural tourism development in Grand Falls
Federal investment enriches tourism offerings and supports community events in the region
Minister Champagne to highlight strategic partnership between Canada and Sweden with Ebba Busch, Deputy Prime Minister of Sweden
Ottawa, Ontario – The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance and National Revenue, will deliver remarks to highlight high-tech co-operation between Canada and Sweden at the Ericsson Research & Development facility in Ottawa. He will be accompanied by Ebba Busch, Deputy Prime Minister of Sweden and Ericsson senior executives.
Deadline for amendment to Citizenship Act extended to January 2026
Canada’s federal government will once again miss their deadline to finalize amendments to the country’s Citizenship Act. The Ontario Superior Court of Justice has extended the deadline to pass Bill C-3 by two months. Bill C-3 seeks to remove the First-Generation Limit (FGL) on Canadian Citizenship, which was initially deemed unconstitutional by the Superior Court […]
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Canada Deepens Space Ties with Europe Through Historic Investment
Today, at the SpaceBound 2025 Conference, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, made the historic announcement that Canada will increase its investment to European Space Agency (ESA) programs by $528.5 million. This investment represents a tenfold increase compared to previous contributions and is set to advance research and development of Canadian-made space technologies for both civilian and defence purposes.
Defence Minister McGuinty hosts roundtable with defence industry stakeholders
Yesterday, the Honourable David McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, hosted a roundtable discussion with venture capital stakeholders to help advance Canada’s forthcoming Defence Industrial Strategy.
Minister Champagne introduces legislation to implement Budget 2025: Canada Strong
Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance and National Revenue, introduced Bill C-15, Budget 2025 Implementation Act, No. 1, an important first piece of legislation to advance key Budget 2025: Canada Strong priorities.
Construction Demathieu & Bard (CDB) Inc. fined $650,000 for violating the Fisheries Act in Quebec
On November 17, 2025, in the Court of Québec, Montréal, Construction Demathieu & Bard (CDB) Inc. (doing business as Réfection PIAT S.E.P.) pleaded guilty to one count of depositing a deleterious substance into water frequented by fish, a violation of the Fisheries Act.
Contact centre accuracy and service representatives training
Canadians expect and deserve timely, reliable, and accurate service from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). Supporting Canadians is a responsibility we take seriously.
Assault of an inmate at Atlantic Institution
On November 13, 2025, an inmate was the victim of an assault at Atlantic Institution, a maximum-security federal institution.
Launch of the Artemis II mission: only opportunity for media accreditation
Media wishing to cover the events associated with the launch of the historic Artemis II mission at NASA's Kennedy Space Center, in Florida, must make an accreditation request. Media must be accredited in order to attend pre-launch events and the launch itself. This will be the only opportunity to submit an accreditation request.
National Defence to fly drones over downtown area of Ottawa Â
The Department of National Defence will conduct drone detection trials over downtown Ottawa, near Parliament Hill, from November 24 to 28, 2025, as part of its Innovation for Defence Excellence and Security (IDEaS) program.
Revitalizing spaces with natural infrastructure in Peel Region
Peel Region is advancing sustainable infrastructure and climate resilience through a $1-million investment from the Government of Canada.
Government of Canada recognizes the national historic significance of Kameshtashtan
Kameshtashtan, a cultural landscape located in northern Labrador, is representative of the profound and immeasurable importance of the Innu homeland known as Nitassinan for the Mushuau Innu.
Backgrounder: CRTC updates definition of Canadian content to better support Canadian stories and creators
The Online Streaming Act (formerly Bill C-11), which amended the Broadcasting Act (the Act), requires the CRTC to modernize Canada’s broadcasting framework and ensure that online streaming services make meaningful contributions to Canadian and Indigenous content. Because this work is complex and involves many interconnected pieces, the CRTC is moving forward through a series of consultations and phased decisions.
Foreign worker arrivals already in line with 2026 reductions—more than 100,000 fewer than 2025 targets
Arrivals of foreign workers in Canada this year are already in line with 2026 reductions, with the federal government likely to undershoot their 2025 target by more than 100,000 workers by the end of the year. If the current pace of arrivals continues, the government may admit roughly 202,923 foreign workers (adjusted for seasonality based […]
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CRTC updates definition of Canadian content to better support Canadian stories and creators
The CRTC is taking another step forward to implement the modernized Broadcasting Act (the Act) by updating the definition of Canadian content for television and online streaming services.
Minister Joly to discuss the strategic partnership between Canada and Sweden with Ebba Busch, Deputy Prime Minister of Sweden
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, will deliver remarks and participate in an armchair discussion with Ebba Busch, Deputy Prime Minister of Sweden.
Statement from the Minister of Health on National Addictions Awareness Week
This week marks National Addictions Awareness Week – a time to listen, to learn, and to support those affected by substance use and addiction. The theme this year is “Anchoring Hope.” Addiction is not a choice. Like any other health issue, people experiencing addiction deserve compassion and care.