Investing in green energy infrastructure is vital to building cleaner and more sustainable northern communities. With a joint investment of more than $28.6 million from the federal government, the Government of Yukon and First Kaska Utilities LP, the Sādę Solar Initiative project will significantly reduce diesel use for power generation in Watson Lake.

Statement from Chief Accessibility Officer Stephanie Cadieux on release of second report on accessibility in Canada

Safe and reliable navigation of waterways is necessary for global trade and transportation, making accurate and accessible marine data essential. That’s why the Canadian Hydrographic Service (CHS), under Fisheries and Oceans Canada, is taking a leading role in validating new digital hydrographic standards.

Citizens of certain countries have an advantage when seeking Canadian work permits. If you are a citizen of a country that has a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with Canada, you may qualify for a Labour Market Impact Assessment-exempt (LMIA-exempt) work permit under one or more of these agreements. Foreign nationals who don’t qualify under an […]

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The Member for Rivière-du-Loup–Témiscouata–Les Basques, Amélie Dionne, on behalf of the Minister of Economy, Innovation and Energy and Minister Responsible for Regional Economic Development, Christine Fréchette, the Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED), the Honourable Mélanie Joly, as well as Investissement Québec announce that a total of $8,440,000 in investments have been made in Cotech, a manufacturer specializing in agricultural, snow removal and excavation equipment. This funding has enabled the business to expand its plant in L’Isle-Verte and acquire automated equipment to increase its productivity.

Speech by FCAC Commissioner Shereen Benzvy Miller for the Open Banking Expo Canada 2025

North Bay in Ontario has revealed its list of designated employers for the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP). North Bay is a city located in Northeastern Ontario. Its RCIP boundary includes the census division of the Nipissing District, the Parry Sound District, and the Town of Latchford. Assess your eligibility for the RCIP The RCIP […]

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Global trade is uncertain and the geopolitical landscape is shifting, but Canada is forging ahead to strengthen ties with trusted partners—and strengthening the strategic industries that will anchor its economic security for decades to come.

Today, the Honourable Adam van Koeverden, Secretary of State (Sport), on behalf of the Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, announced $5 million in funding to support ParticipACTION’s Let’s Get Moving initiative for 2025-26. This initiative promotes physical activity in Canada through national awareness campaigns, community challenges, and report cards on activity levels.

New Brunswick has negotiated an increased immigration allocation with the federal government. The province has received an additional 1,500 spots for its Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), bringing its total immigration allocation this year to 4,250 spaces. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams The additional 1,500 spots have all been allocated to the New Brunswick […]

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Seven NFB short films celebrating Canadian performing arts excellence premiere online Saturday, June 14,

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, is participating in the International Paris Air Show at Le Bourget in Paris, France, from June 16 to 17.

Balancing economic growth with sustainable fisheries is essential to protect our marine resources and secure a strong future for the fishing industry and coastal communities. Today, the Minister of Fisheries, the Honourable Joanne Thompson, announced details for the Unit 1 commercial Redfish fishery for 2025-2026. This fishery was under a moratorium from 1995 until 2024, when the Government of Canada re-opened it following the significant rebound in the stock’s population.

Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise motorists of intermittent alternating lane closures on the J.C. Van Horne Bridge for bridge cleaning work.

On June 13, 2025, Adam Williams, an inmate from Donnacona Institution, died while in our custody.

Lieutenant-General Erick Simoneau assumed Command of Military Personnel Command (MILPERSCOM) from Lieutenant-General Lise Bourgon on Monday, June 16, 2025, during a morning ceremony at National Defence Headquarters Carling Campus in Ottawa. General Jennie Carignan, Chief of the Defence Staff, presided over the ceremony.

The report will outline the Bureau’s findings and make recommendations on how governments across Canada can increase competition in the domestic airline industry, for the benefit of Canadian air passengers, as well as the workers and entrepreneurs who enable these services.

The Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO)’s 2023−2024 Annual Report was tabled in Parliament on March 25, 2025. The report highlights CIPO’s achievements from the 2023−2024 fiscal year.

Today, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, issued a statement congratulating Airbus and LOT Polish Airlines on their sales agreement regarding A220 aircraft

Manitoba’s Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) has held a draw inviting foreign nationals for provincial immigration. On June 12, the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) issued 36 candidates Letters of Advice to Apply for provincial immigration through the Skilled Worker Overseas stream. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams Of these 36 candidates, five letters were issued […]

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From June 20 to September 2, 2025, the Canada Strong Pass will offer expanded access to numerous natural and cultural experiences across the country

After a pause spanning four months, Ontario’s Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) has begun issuing invitations to candidates once again. On June 6, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) held a targeted draw for candidates in Greater Sudbury. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams During this draw, invitations were issued to candidates who qualify for […]

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The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will hold a media call-back by teleconference ahead of the 2025 G7 Leaders’ Summit.

Foreign nationals will no longer be able to apply directly to the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) Employer Job Offer streams after upcoming changes come into effect. On July 2, the OINP will launch a new online employer portal. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams Under the new portal, the job offer streams will […]

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If you’re planning to start your immigration journey this year, you won’t want to miss our upcoming webinar featuring experts in Express Entry, language testing, and education credential assessments. Led by CanadaVisa with guest speakers from Cohen Immigration Law, CELPIP, and World Education Services (WES), this session will provide comprehensive insights into Canadian Immigration in […]

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