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Government of Canada Provides Early Decision on Greenlight Electricity Centre Project in Alberta

The Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (IAAC) assessed the Greenlight Electricity Centre Project, a new power generating facility fueled by natural gas, located 47 kilometres northeast of Edmonton, Alberta, and determined that its potential adverse effects within federal jurisdiction would be limited or addressed through other means.

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Five reasons behind study permit refusals and how to avoid them

Canada’s study permit refusal rate has risen significantly in 2025, affecting thousands of prospective students. Many of these refusals result from common mistakes that can easily be prevented or addressed prior to application submission. In this article, we explore five frequent causes of study permit refusals and provide guidance on how to strengthen your application […]

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Government of Canada announces investments totalling $6 billion to strengthen Canada’s trade and transportation infrastructure

Canada’s prosperity depends on infrastructure that allows for efficient, reliable and safe travel. That’s why the Government of Canada is investing in trade and transportation that unlock new export opportunities to build a more resilient, diversified economy for all Canadians.

Categories: Transport Canada
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The biggest immigration changes for international students and temporary foreign workers in Canada

Upcoming changes will significantly impact international students and temporary foreign workers in Canada, according to announcements made by the federal government. With the 2026–2028 Immigration Levels Plan and Budget 2025 providing further insight into what’s ahead, here’s a look at some of the most notable immigration news we’re expecting in the upcoming months. Schedule a […]

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Defence Minister David McGuinty Updates on Continued Efforts to Honour No. 2 Construction Battalion Legacy

Today, the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, joined a virtual session hosted by the Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia to provide an update on the Government of Canada’s ongoing efforts to honour the legacy of No. 2 Construction Battalion. Participants included descendants and family members of No. 2 Construction Battalion, along with key community partners.

Categories: National Defence
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Minister Sidhu meets with Ireland’s Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment

Yesterday, the Honourable Maninder Sidhu, Minister of International Trade, met with Peter Burke, Ireland’s Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment. Minister Sidhu welcomed Minister Burke and congratulated him on a successful trade mission to Toronto and Ottawa. Both ministers noted the importance of trade missions in helping companies grow internationally at a time when diversifying trade is more critical than ever.

Categories: Global Affairs Canada
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Government of Canada invests in Manitoba-built solutions to help local companies grow

Doug Eyolfson, Member of Parliament for Winnipeg West, Manitoba, on behalf of the Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada, will make an important announcement about growing the economy through federal support for Manitoba companies helping to advance accessible medical care.

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Minister McGuinty and Minister Fraser to highlight innovative support to Canada’s defence capabilities

Media are invited to the Centre for Ocean Ventures and Entrepreneurship in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, for an announcement related to innovation by the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence and the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency on November 21, 2025.

Categories: National Defence
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Government of Canada to announce investments to strengthen Canada’s trade and transportation infrastructure

Brampton (Ontario) — The Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, and the Minister of International Trade, the Honourable Maninder Sidhu, will make an announcement at the CN Brampton Yard to highlight federal budget infrastructure investments to build major infrastructure projects.

Categories: Transport Canada
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Government of Canada concludes fourth annual season of aquatic invasive species inspections in Manitoba

Preventing aquatic invasive species from entering Canadian waters is vital to protecting our freshwater ecosystems. This year marked the fourth consecutive season that Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO), in collaboration with the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), inspected and decontaminated watercraft to ensure they were free of Zebra Mussels and other aquatic invasive species, safeguarding our ecosystems, biodiversity, and economy.