Today, the Honourable Stephanie McLean, Secretary of State (Seniors), issued the following statement.
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Statement by Minister Guilbeault on Latin American Heritage Month
The Government of Canada celebrates Latin American Heritage Month
Statement by Minister Guilbeault on German Heritage Month
Government of Canada issues statement to mark German Heritage Month.
Government of Canada invests in Canadian-made solutions to help reduce plastic pollution and waste, expand consumer choices, and build a strong and resilient circular economy
Today, the Honourable Julie Dabrusin, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, announced more than $3.4 million to support Canadian-made solutions to reduce plastic waste and pollution and build a strong, resilient, and green circular economy that benefits all Canadians.
Canada closes pathway to permanent residence for caregivers outside Canada
The “applicants not working in Canada” stream of Canada’s Home Care Worker Immigration Pilots (HCWP) is now closed, according to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s (IRCC’s) official website. At the inception of the HCWP, both the Home Support and Child Care options for these pilots were to feature an intake for applicants not currently in […]
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Minister Anand meets with Indiaâs Minister of External Affairs
The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, yesterday met with Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, Minister of External Affairs of India, at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York City, New York.
How Pre-Arrival Services Empower Immigrants to Succeed in Canada Before They Arrive
This article shares the impactful story of the Planning for Canada (PfC) pre-arrival Program. Since 2007, Planning for Canada has supported more than 65,000 immigrants from 111 countries, helping them build confidence, make informed decisions, and arrive better prepared to thrive. Every year, thousands of newcomers begin their journey to Canada filled with hopes, dreams, […]
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Former Assiniboia Residential School Commemorated as National Historic Event
Former Assiniboia Residential School Commemorated as National Historic Event Plaques unveiled in Winnipeg honour Survivors and recognize the legacy of the Residential School System, in response to TRC Call to Action 79
Applying through Express Entry with a pre-existing medical condition? This is what you have to know
It’s possible to have your application for Canadian permanent residence (PR) refused on the basis of medical inadmissibility, but there are steps you can take to reduce the risk of refusal. As of August 21, 2025, all new Express Entry applicants now need to provide an upfront immigration medical exam (IME) as part of their […]
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Statement by Ministers Guilbeault, Alty, Chartrand and Gull-Masty on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
This Saturday marks the 5th National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
The Government of Canada invests to reduce the amount of food waste sent to landfills
As we celebrate the International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste, Wade Grant, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Environment and Climate Change, announced on behalf of the Honourable Julie Dabrusin, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, more than $640,000 to support local government research and capacity-building initiatives to reduce the amount of food and other organic waste sent to landfills. Under the Food Waste Prevention and Diversion: Research and Capacity Building Fund, five Canadian cities are receiving up to $150,000 for their projects.
Recipients of the Food Waste Prevention and Diversion: Research and Capacity Building Fund
Through the Food Waste Prevention and Diversion: Research and Capacity Building Fund, Environment and Climate Change Canada is contributing more than $640,000 in funding to help support local government research and initiatives to reduce the quantity of food and other organic waste disposed in landfills
Express Entry: IRCC issues invitations to PNP candidates
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 291 ITAs in a draw for Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have: A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 855; and Created an […]
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Royal Canadian Navy Pays Off Kingston-class warships
Today, His Majesty’s Canadian Ships (HMCS) Saskatoon, Whitehorse, and Brandon were paid off and celebrated for their service to the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) in a formal ceremony in Esquimalt, British Columbia.
Canada to target tech talent impacted by H-1B fee hike, says Carney
Prime Minister Mark Carney has indicated Canada is looking to introduce measures to attract talent impacted by the United States’ H-1B fee hike. Carney made the comments while addressing reporters in the United Kingdom on September 27, after participating in the 2025 Global Progress Action Summit. Schedule a Free Work Permit Consultation with the Cohen […]
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Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at the Federal Training Centre
On September 20, 2025, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at the Federal Training Centre, a multi-level security federal institution.
Government of Canada improves access to sexual and reproductive health services
Today, the Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, announced over $13 million in funding to 15 community-based organizations to help make sexual and reproductive health services more accessible for people in Canada.
Government of Canada improves access to sexual and reproductive health services
The following projects aim to improve access to sexual and reproductive health services across Canada and are funded under the Sexual and Reproductive Health Fund.
Government of Canada expands investment in critical clean technology manufacturing and clean energy
Total $40 million investment will support expansion of Hitachi Energy Canada, the country’s sole producer of HVDC transformers
New net-zero Ronald McDonald House in Vancouver to double support for families in need
The Ronald McDonald House in Vancouver provides a place of comfort, healing, and a home away from home for kids and families across British Columbia and Yukon. A new facility for Ronald McDonald House BC & Yukon will increase capacity to accommodate more families, following an investment of up to $18.8 million from the federal government.
GCtranslate: Using artificial intelligence to build a more agile, modern and bilingual public service
As part of the Government of Canada’s digital transformation, artificial intelligence (AI) is playing a central role in modernizing public service operations. By improving efficiency, productivity and service quality, AI enables public servants to focus on high-impact work that delivers better outcomes for Canadians.
FCAC announces an administrative monetary penalty paid by the Toronto-Dominion Bank
FCAC announces an administrative monetary penalty paid by the Toronto-Dominion Bank
Governments of Canada and the Yukon sign bilateral agreement on minority-language education and second-language instruction
The Government of Canada is allocating more than $13.5 million to the Yukon to help the territory provide French as a minority language and French as a second language education, from preschool to the post-secondary level.
Statement on the publication of the National Security and Intelligence Committeeâs review
Today, Bob Hamilton, Commissioner of the CRA, issued the following statement regarding the publication of the report from the National Security and Intelligence Review Agency.
Statement by the Minister of Finance and National Revenue on Payments Canada membership expansion
“Today marks a significant step forward for the future of payments in Canada.