As we continue to adapt to the new physical, social and economic realities presented by COVID-19, all orders of government are working together to ensure the safety and well-being of Canadians. This includes providing local communities with tools and support for evidence-based decision-making that will help them plan a healthier, safer and more prosperous future for everyone.

Federal, provincial and territorial labour ministers met virtually today to discuss important workplace issues. The meeting was chaired by the federal Minister of Labour, Filomena Tassi, to discuss the challenges posed by the pandemic, Canada’s possible ratification of the International Labour Organization’s Violence and Harassment Convention, 2019, as well as the harmonization of occupational health and safety standards.

The human cost of the ongoing conflict in Yemen is dire. That is why Canada is committed to ensuring that emergency relief quickly reaches those most affected by the world’s worst humanitarian crisis.

Kate Young, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages (FedDev Ontario), will make an important virtual announcement in Cornwall.

The Government of Canada considers the environment and clean technologies as key elements of the economic recovery. With this in mind, Joël Lightbound, Member of Parliament for Louis–Hébert and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, invites media representatives to a press conference regarding assistance from Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions for Flyscan Systems.

Yes! You’ve been shopping online for weeks for dumbbells and you’ve finally found the perfect ones. They’re the right style, the right size, and a great price! You click on the big red “Buy now!” button, and the site processes your payment and promises that you will be enjoying your new dumbbells in two weeks’ time.

Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise motorists of alternating lane closures on the LaSalle Causeway for emergency repair work.

Canadians everywhere are feeling the impact of COVID-19, on their families, their livelihoods and their way of life. Together, Canada and Ontario are working to reduce the impact of the pandemic, ensure health and safety, rebuild businesses, and promote job creation, growth and investment.

Video game production, as well as film and TV production, saw a major drop in revenue in 2020 in light of COVID-19 shutdowns. However, since reopening, these industries have been thriving. Casting, voice acting and motion capture for video games, as well as film and TV production can continue to be in operation as long […]

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On March 2, 2021, Canadian Space Agency (CSA) astronaut Jeremy Hansen will participate in a webinar about the Deep Space Food Challenge along with experts from NASA and the CSA. They will discuss the evolution of space food technologies and answer questions.

“Canada is deeply concerned by and unequivocally condemns the Myanmar military’s recent use of force against peaceful protesters, and demands that the Tatmadaw immediately stop using violence against its own people.”

On February 28, 2021, Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement on COVID-19.

Canada has announced the creation of several immigration pathways designed specifically for Hongkongers, in response to the serious immigration shortfall that COVID-19 caused in 2020. Hong Kong residents are often fluent in English and highly-educated. These factors make them well-suited to qualify for immigration to Canada. As of February 8, Canada launched an open work […]

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Today marks 30 years since the Gulf War came to an end, almost seven months after Iraqi forces invaded Kuwait.

Manitoba invited 207 immigration candidates to apply for a provincial nomination on February 26. This is the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP)’s fourth draw of the year. Skilled workers and international graduates were invited through the following three streams: Skilled Workers in Manitoba ; International Education Stream ; Skilled Workers Overseas. Find out if you’re […]

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On February 27, 2021, Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement on COVID-19.

It should hardly come as a surprise that Canada ranks third in the world for numbers of international students, with our world-class educational system, friendly and welcoming culture, French and English learning options, and favourable living costs. In fact, many new Canadians start their path to citizenship through post-secondary education. What begins as a search […]

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Today, the Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, met virtually with Antony Blinken, U.S. Secretary of State, to advance work on the Roadmap for a Renewed U.S.-Canada Partnership launched by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and President Joe Biden following their virtual meeting on February 23, 2021.

Canada will be opening up the International Experience Canada (IEC) pool for certain countries on March 1. Those who are selected will be eligible to work in Canada. IEC is open to young adults who are citizens of foreign countries which have reciprocal agreements with Canada. The eligible age range depends on the country, but […]

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February 26, 2021 - The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, will deliver remarks at Canada’s first women-led virtual trade mission to Taiwan, which will be hosted by the Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada.

The governments of Canada, British Columbia and the Tlowitsis Nation have signed a new agreement that will further advance reconciliation and treaty negotiations.

Today, the Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, attended a virtual ceremony for the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade’s inaugural Business Reinvention Awards, where she presented the day’s biggest award and namesake, the Reinvention Award, to Novo Textiles.

The Government of Canada turned to the private sector to find ways to improve the end-to-end traceability of the steel supply chain in Canada. By doing so, the government is using its advantage as the country’s single-largest purchaser of Canadian goods and services to support the growth of homegrown innovators and entrepreneurs.

The Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (the Agency) decided an impact assessment is required for the proposed Suncor Base Mine Extension Project. The project is located approximately three kilometres north of Fort McMurray, Alberta, within the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo. The project's impact assessment has been referred to an independent review panel that will be appointed at a later date.

The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement: “As we mark Ukraine’s Day of Resistance to the Occupation of the Autonomous Republic of Crimea and the city of Sevastopol, Canada reiterates its unequivocal condemnation of Russia’s illegal invasion and annexation of Crimea. We remain committed to supporting Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, and we stand with the people of Ukraine who continue to fight tirelessly for their fundamental rights and freedoms.