The federal government is investing more than $3.7 million through the Rural Transit Solutions Fund (RTSF) to support 17 rural transit projects across Ontario.
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Interested in Canada’s H-1B pathway? Maximize your chances by keeping these documents ready
Having the necessary documents ready ahead of time is essential for those looking to apply for Canada’s upcoming pathway for H-1B visa holders. In 2023, the federal government launched an open work permit program for holders of United States H-1B visas. This program reached its cap of 10,000 applications within just two days. Foreign nationals […]
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Minister MacKinnon to make an announcement regarding the next steps for Alto High-Speed Rail
Gatineau (Quebec) — The Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon will make an announcement about the next steps for High-Speed Rail. He will be joined by Martin Imbleau, president and Chief Executive Officer of Alto.
Permanent residence pathways you can qualify for with NCLC level 5 French
Even French-speakers with initial intermediate language abilities have several pathways to Canadian permanent residence (PR) open to them. Canada is intensifying its push to grow Francophone immigration outside Quebec, aiming for a French-speaking PR admissions target of 10.5% by 2028, compared to an 8.5% target in 2025. While an NCLC 5 may seem modest, it […]
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Countdown to Artemis II: CSA hosts information sessions on media opportunities
On Tuesday, December 16, the Canadian Space Agency (CSA) will host virtual information sessions for media representatives regarding the Artemis II mission.
Government of Canada to announce support for electric vehicle innovation in Ontario
Government of Canada to announce support for electric vehicle innovation in Ontario
Governments of Canada and Alberta are growing Albertaâs fresh food future
A new program funded by the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership will accelerate expansion in Alberta greenhouses and vertical farms.
Statement from the Taxpayersâ Ombudsperson about the end of the Canada Revenue Agencyâs 100-day Service Improvement Plan
Today marks the end of the 100-day plan that the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) was directed to put in place to strengthen services, improve access, and reduce delays.
2025 Chad Bradley Scholarship Winner Announced
The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) is pleased to announce that Thalia D'Gyves-Carpino, an Occupational Health and Safety Management student at Western Continuing Studies (Western University), has been awarded the 2025 Chad Bradley Scholarship – a $3,000 prize for future leaders in occupational health and safety.
Celebrating two years of affordable dental care in Canada
Two years ago, the Government of Canada launched the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP), marking the beginning of one of Canada’s largest social programs.
Secretary of State Fuhr and Minister Valdez to announce contract to strengthen Canadian Armed Forces
The Honourable Stephen Fuhr, Secretary of State (Defence Procurement), and the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality, Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), will announce an update on the Airlift Capability Project – Multi-role Flight Service.
Government of Canada invests in AI for smarter and more efficient energy use
Today, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, and the Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, announced $6 million in federal funding to Hydro Ottawa Limited (Hydro Ottawa) for the Ottawa Distributed Energy Resource Accelerator (ODERA) program.
CRA responsiveness doubled as the 100-Day Service Improvement Plan reaches completion
Since launching the 100-day Service Improvement Plan earlier this year, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has made considerable and marked progress in reducing client wait times, improving service standards, and scaling up new technologies into its processes—all while improving user-friendly services.
Canada launches new streams to attract and retain top research talent from abroad
The Canadian government has launched its Research Talent Initiative—a new suite of programs that will help the country attract “leading international researchers” to the country. As part of this initiative, Canada will launch three new streams to welcome and retain “leading international and expatriate researchers” who can deliver “direct economic, societal and health benefits for […]
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Express Entry: 6,000 CEC invitations issued in largest draw in more than 16 months
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 Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have: A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 520; and Created an […]
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National Film Board of Canada joins International Federation of Film Archives. FIAF brings together major non-profit archives dedicated to preserving and sharing the worldâs film heritage.
The National Film Board of Canada (NFB) has joined the International Federation of Film Archives (FIAF), a global community of organizations devoted to preserving and sharing the world’s film heritage.
Samuel De Champlain Bridge: Special Illumination for Human Rights Day
This evening, the Samuel De Champlain Bridge will be lit up in yellow and blue from sunset to 1:00 a.m. to mark Human Rights Day.
Long Point area landowner receives $13,000 fine for destruction of critical habitat
As a result of an investigation by Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO), a Long Point area landowner was convicted and subsequently sentenced in the Ontario Court of Justice for a violation of the Species at Risk Act.
Federal government invests in the Kus-kus-sum estuary restoration project on Vancouver Island
A coastal body of water on Vancouver Island will be restored after an investment of $1 million from the federal government.
Government of Canada lists four new terrorist entities
The Government of Canada is taking action to counter terrorism and violent extremism, in particular the radicalization of young people online, by adding four new organizations to the Criminal Code list of terrorist entities. These measures help protect Canadians and communities from intimidation, hate, and acts of violent extremism and terrorism.
Department of National Defence announces funding for remediation and water treatment in North Bay
The Department of National Defence (DND) is advancing work to address the presence of per- and polyfluoroalkylated substances (PFAS) near 22 Wing/Canadian Forces Base (CFB) North Bay.
Government of Canada lists four new terrorist entities
The Government of Canada lists 764, Maniac Murder Cult, Terrorgram Collective, and Islamic State-Mozambique as a terrorist entities.
Competition Bureau obtains a court order to advance investigation into WELL Healthâs acquisition of HEALWELL
Competition Bureau obtains a court order to advance investigation into WELL Health’s acquisition of HEALWELL December 10, 2025 – GATINEAU (Québec), Competition Bureau
Statement by Minister Miller, Minister Anand, Minister Valdez and Minister Fraser on Human Rights Day
The Government of Canada issues a statement to mark Human Rights Day
Environment and Climate Change Canada to present winter weather outlook and updates to extreme weather attribution system
Media representatives are advised that Environment and Climate Change Canada meteorologists and climate scientists will provide an information session and answer questions on the seasonal outlook for the upcoming winter in Canada.