On April 25, 2021, Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement on COVID-19.
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FAQ: New PR streams for essential workers, international student graduates in Canada
As part of an initiative to meet immigration targets amid travel restrictions, Canada is launching six new limited-time immigration programs to essential workers and international student graduates who are working in Canada. There has been much interest in the new programs, as they are open to a wide range of candidates. Generally speaking, to apply […]
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Statement from the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada on April 24, 2021
On April 24, 2021, Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement on COVID-19.
Minister Ng highlights Budget 2021 investments in small businesses and entrepreneurs
Budget 2021 is the Government of Canada’s plan to finish the fight against COVID-19 and ensure a robust economic recovery that is sustainable and inclusive of all Canadians.
Minister Carr to discuss housing in Northern Saskatchewan and Budget 2021
The Honourable Jim Carr, Special Representative for the Prairies, will meet with Indigenous leaders to discuss the 2021 Budget and the Government of Canada’s plan to invest in housing in Northern Saskatchewan.
Budget 2021: Minister Fortier highlights Budget 2021’s investments in Richmond B.C.
Today, Minister of Middle Class Prosperity and Associate Minister of Finance, the Honourable Mona Fortier, continued her cross-country virtual Budget 2021 tour by meeting with members of the Richmond, British Columbia community.
Seizure of Contraband and Unauthorized Items at the Regional Reception Centre
On April 20, 2021, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at the Regional Reception Centre, a federal multi-level security institution.
Ministers Champagne, Joly and Carr highlight Budget 2021 biomanufacturing investments
Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry; the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages and Minister responsible for Western Economic Diversification Canada; and the Honourable Jim Carr, Special Representative for the Prairies, met with representatives of the University of Saskatchewan to discuss an investment in vaccine research and development at the Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization (VIDO) from Budget 2021: A Recovery Plan for Jobs, Growth, and Resilience.
Government of Canada invests in the Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization
The Government of Canada has long supported the University of Saskatchewan’s Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization’s (VIDO) cutting-edge work in the discovery and development of vaccines for some of the world’s most infectious diseases.
Foreign Affairs Minister and Minister of International Development to participate in G7 Foreign and Development Ministers’ Meeting in London, United Kingdom
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will take part in the first in-person meeting of G7 Foreign and Development Ministers in two years in London, UK, from May 3 to May 5, 2021. The Honourable Karina Gould, Minister of International Development, will join discussions virtually.
Government of Canada supports Kashechewan and Fort Albany First Nations' plans to protect members from possible flooding
The Government of Canada is working in partnership with the Mushkegowuk Council Emergency Services Manager to support plans for Kashechewan and Fort Albany First Nations to protect members from possible flooding in their communities during the spring ice break-up.
Minister of Transport proposes noise requirements for hybrid and electric vehicles to protect vulnerable road users
Protecting vulnerable road users is a priority for the Government of Canada, and silence can sometimes pose a safety risk when it comes to hybrid and electrical vehicles. That is why we are taking steps to increase the safety of all road users.
Why demand is strong for Canada’s 6 new immigration programs
Canada’s recent announcement is being met with great fanfare. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is launching six streams for essential workers and international graduates on May 6. It will provide permanent residence to up to 50,000 essential workers and 40,000 graduates. The programs close on November 5, or when the quotas are met, whichever […]
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Government of Canada COVID-19 Update for Indigenous Peoples and communities
Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) is closely monitoring the number of COVID-19 cases reported in First Nations communities across the country.
Statement from the Council of Chief Medical Officers of Health (CCMOH) on the use of AstraZeneca COVID-19 Vaccine
Statement from the Council of Chief Medical Officers of Health (CCMOH) on the use of AstraZeneca COVID-19 Vaccine.
Minister Bennett highlights COVID-19 and investments to support communities in Budget 2021
The Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations met with social services providers to discuss COVID-19 and investments to support communities from Budget 2021: A Recovery Plan for Jobs, Growth, and Resilience.
Minister Fortier to deliver a speech on Budget 2021 at the Greater Niagara Chamber of Commerce
The Minister will deliver a speech on Budget 2021 and the Government’s recovery plan for jobs, growth and resilience.
Saskatchwan PNP draw: 269 invited
Saskatchewan invited 269 immigration candidates to apply for a provincial nomination on April 22. If invited candidates receive the nomination, they will be one step closer to Canadian permanent residence. The invitations went to candidates who may be eligible for a nomination from the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP), specifically from the International Skilled Worker category. Of those […]
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Quay wall closure at St. Andrews Lock and Dam
Quay wall closure at St. Andrews Lock and Dam
Minister Vandal highlights Budget 2021 supports for Northern tourism and small businesses
The Minister of Northern Affairs met with Indigenous and territorial partners, and representatives from the small business and tourism industry in the Northwest Territories to discuss investments from Budget 2021: A Recovery Plan for Jobs, Growth, and Resilience.
Backgrounder: Canada and Quebec invest in 17 recreational and sports projects in the Chaudière-Appalaches Region
Joint federal, provincial and municipal funding is being allocated to 17 recreational infrastructure projects which will be completed in communities of the Chaudière-Appalaches Region. The purpose of these projects is to renovate recreation centres and improve playgrounds and sports facilities.
The Governments of Canada and Quebec invest in 17 recreational and sports projects in the Chaudière-Appalaches Region
As the pandemic has further emphasized the importance of having a healthy population, the Governments of Canada and Quebec are proud to support close to 200 recreational and sports infrastructure projects throughout Quebec. Thanks to these investments, Quebec municipalities will have easily accessible, modern and safe facilities, thereby putting into place the winning conditions for the practice of physical activities in our communities.
Government of Canada secures vaccine supply beyond 2021
The Government of Canada is committed to protecting the health and safety of everyone in Canada by securing access to safe and effective COVID-19 vaccines now and into the future.
Minister Bennett highlights supports for businesses in Budget 2021 in Newfoundland and Labrador
The Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations met with businesses to discuss investments from Budget 2021: A Recovery Plan for Jobs, Growth, and Resilience.
Canada’s Enhanced Nationally Determined Contribution
Under the Paris Agreement, countries are required to submit national greenhouse gas emission reduction targets, called Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), every five years. Each successive NDC is required to be more ambitious than the previous one. Canada’s target up until today was to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 30% below 2005 levels by 2030. Yesterday, Prime Minister Trudeau announced a target of 40-45% reductions below 2005 levels by 2030.