The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs; the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development; and the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, today issued the following statement:

Canada’s economy relies on skilled tradespeople. We need workers who are ready and willing to build the country’s housing supply and grow our clean economy. Yet, demographic shifts and high retirement rates are creating a demand for more skilled trades workers, and an ever-growing need to recruit and train thousands more Canadians in these in-demand professions.

March is Fraud Prevention Month: Learn to recognize and report scammers claiming to be the CBSA

This week is Black Mental Health Week, a time to amplify Black voices and bring awareness to the impacts of anti-Black racism and systemic discrimination on the mental health of Black Canadians.

Travelling for March Break? The CBSA gives tips for a smooth trip

The Honourable Arif Virani, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, today announced the following appointments under the judicial application process established in 2016.

The Honourable Arif Virani, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, today announced the following appointment under the judicial application process established in 2016.

The Honourable Arif Virani, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, today announced the following appointments under the judicial application process established in 2016.

The Honourable Arif Virani, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, today announced the following appointments under the judicial application process established in 2016.

The Honourable Arif Virani, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, today announced the following appointments under the judicial application process established in 2016.

Southern Ontario is a key engine of the Canadian economy, fueled by its world-leading strengths in sectors such as finance, manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, life sciences, technologies, and more. The region is critical to the country’s growth, as it represents over a third of Canada's growing population and generates nearly 40 percent of Canada's GDP.

Today, the Honourable Ruby Sahota, Minister of Democratic Institutions and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario) announced a combined investment of over $24 million to support the growth of 10 southern Ontario businesses.

Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with the Honourable Nathaniel Erskine-Smith, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, and His Worship Lucas Cleveland, Mayor of the Town of Cobourg.

Across British Columbia, ambitious entrepreneurs are growing their companies and creating prosperity, in sectors from agriculture to life sciences. PacifiCan is investing in this growth.

Across British Columbia, ambitious entrepreneurs are growing their companies and creating prosperity, in sectors from agriculture to life sciences. PacifiCan is investing in this growth.

The Government of Canada has officially launched the Joint Operational Intelligence Cell (JOIC), bringing together Canadian security departments and agencies, and law enforcement partners to better protect Canada’s border.

Today, at the 2025 Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada Convention, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced additional measures to further develop Canada’s critical minerals advantage.

CED grants nearly $4.5 million for projects that will contribute to the start-up, growth and increased profile of organizations in the metropolitan region.

The following information is in addition to the news release issued on March 3, 2025, on CED’s financial assistance, the recipient businesses and organizations, and their respective projects.

On March 3, 2025, at the 2025 Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) Convention, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced 32 projects representing a total investment up to $50 million to support the development of Canada’s critical mineral value chains to create good jobs, support economic opportunities, bolster our energy security by reducing reliance on authoritarian governments and contribute to a resilient and secure future.

An orderly and well regulated elver fishery is essential for the long term sustainability of this high-value species. Now that strengthened regulations and tracking tools are in place to allow for the harvest, Fisheries and Oceans Canada is consulting with licence holders to finalize an opening date in the coming weeks.

Media representatives are advised that the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, will make an announcement for nature investments in Montréal.

The governments of Canada and Manitoba have finalized a 10-year agreement under the Canada Housing Infrastructure Fund (CHIF).

CBSA seizes loaded handgun from U.S. traveller at Coutts, AB, leading to criminal conviction and firearm prohibition order.

Today, the Minister of Transport and Internal Trade, the Honourable Anita Anand, announced funding of $2.3 million to improve vessel safety for 12 Indigenous communities to improve vessel safety through the MSET Initiative. The Ucluelet First Nation, Uchucklesaht Tribe (Maa-nulth), Snuneymuxw First Nation, Ditidaht First Nation, Halalt First Nation, and Toquaht Nation (Maa-nulth) are among the communities receiving funding to purchase marine safety equipment and provide training to community members.