True Patriot Love Foundation named a 2024-2025 recipient of the Veteran and Family Well-being Fund at the Veteran Employment Symposium
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Invitation to media â Government of Canada supports four SaguenayâLac-Saint-Jean organizations to grow and diversify regional economy
Brenda Shanahan, Member of Parliament for Châteauguay‒Lacolle, on behalf of the Honourable Pascale St-Onge, Minister of Tourism and Minister responsible for CED, will announce Government of Canada support for the growth of several Saguenay‒Lac‑Saint-Jean businesses.
British Columbia and Manitoba issue provincial nominations, Alberta provides candidate pool updates
This week, British Columbia and Manitoba issued more invitations to candidates hoping to secure provincial nominations. Candidates were invited through economic streams for their confirmed employment, education, or intention to open a business in their chosen province. In addition, Alberta has provided updates on the current number of candidate profiles in Expression of Interest (EOI) […]
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Implementation of Historic Agreement Takes Another Step Forward with Agreement on Funding for Corrections Programs and Community Services Rooted in Teslin Tlingit Culture and Values
Today, the Teslin Tlingit Council, the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs, and the Government of Yukon are proud to announce the signing of the Corrections and Community Services Amendment to the Teslin Tlingit Council Administration of Justice Agreement Implementation Plan.
How long will my PGWP be valid for if I have completed more than one program of study?
New guidance by the Canadian federal government impacts the length of Post-Graduation Work Permits (PGWPs) for foreign nationals who have graduated from more than one program of study. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued a public update to its operational instructions and guidelines for immigration officers issuing PGWPs. Prior to these changes, it […]
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Federal, Provincial and Territorial Ministers of Agriculture meet to discuss Canada-United States trading relationship
Yesterday, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, federal Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, convened provincial and territorial Ministers of Agriculture to discuss several key areas of interest for Canada’s agriculture sector in the current context of the Canada-United States trading relationship.
Minister Fisher and AFN National Chief reaffirm partnership to support First Nations Veterans
First Nations Veterans have proudly served Canada in times of war and peace, yet many continue to face systemic barriers when accessing the benefits and recognition they deserve.
Minister Joly announces additional sanctions in response to ongoing conflict in Sudan
Today, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced that Canada is imposing new sanctions under the Special Economic Measures Act against two individuals associated with the ongoing conflict in Sudan.
Backgrounder - Additional sanctions in response to ongoing conflict in Sudan
Canada is imposing sanctions on two individuals in response associated with the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and linked to the continued violence against civilians in Sudan. Through their leadership roles in financing and procurement networks in both opposing factions, these individuals are contributing to continued gross and systematic human rights violations by allowing both parties to sustain the fighting.
Backgrounder: 2024â2026 Sport for Social Development in Indigenous Communities Stream Two Funded Applicants
Investing $24.2 million in Indigenous sport programs to empower First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities across the country
Backgrounder: 2024-2026 Sport for Social Development in Indigenous Communities Stream One Funded Applicants
Investing $24.2 million in Indigenous sport programs to empower First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities across the country
Rapid Response Mechanism Canada detects information operation targeting a candidate for the leadership campaign of the Liberal Party of Canada
Global Affairs Canada’s Rapid Response Mechanism (RRM Canada), in its mandate as part of the Security and Intelligence Threats to Elections (SITE) Task Force to monitor the digital information ecosystem during the Liberal Party of Canada [LPC] leadership campaign, has identified an information operation targeting Chrystia Freeland. Ms. Freeland is Member of Parliament [MP] for University-Rosedale, and candidate in the LPC Leadership contest.
Backgrounder: 2024â2026 Sport for Social Development in Indigenous Communities Stream Three Funded Applicants
Investing $24.2 million in Indigenous sport programs to empower First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities across the country
Government of Canada investing $24.2 million in Indigenous sport programs to empower First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities
The Government of Canada announces $24.2 million in funding for sport for social development projects in Indigenous communities across the country
Rapid Response Mechanism Canada detects information operation targeting a candidate for the leadership campaign of the Liberal Party of Canada
Rapid Response Mechanism Canada detects information operation targeting a candidate for the leadership campaign of the Liberal Party of Canada
Statement by the Royal Canadian NavyÂ
The Royal Canadian Navy today issued the following statement regarding the removal of the Commanding Officer of HMCS Ottawa:
Assault of an inmate at Beaver Creek InstitutionÂ
On February 5, 2025, an inmate was the victim of an assault at Beaver Creek Institution, a multi-level security federal institution. As a result, a lockdown was put in place to enable staff to complete an exceptional search.
The Governments of Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador sign an agreement to address unsheltered homelessness
Today, the federal government and the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador announced the signing of an agreement to support people living without homes, as part of the Unsheltered Homelessness and Encampments Initiative (UHEI).
February 2025: State of the Express Entry pool
After a January that saw Express Entry draws return to some semblance of normalcy, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has already held two draws in the month of February. January saw the issuance of 5,821 Invitations to Apply (ITAs): candidates includes those in the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) and those in enhanced Provincial Nominee […]
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Minister Thompson to announce funding for seniors to age in their homes in Manitoba
The Minister of Seniors, Joanne Thompson, will be in Winnipeg to announce funding for projects in Manitoba under the Age Well at Home initiative.
Minister Anandasangaree Announces Pilot Projects Supporting Yukon First Nations Studies Towards a Greener Economy
Indigenous participation and Indigenous Knowledge will help to shape decisions on major resource and infrastructure development and strengthen the Yukon and Canadian economies.
Government of Canada invests $6 million to drive growth in B.C.âs life sciences sector
British Columbia is home to a thriving life sciences sector, with over 2,000 companies employing more than 20,000 people across the province.
Parks Canada announces major step in redevelopment of Banff National Park 200-Block
Parks Canada has engaged the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada to oversee an international design competition to develop a conceptual design for the 200-block of Banff Avenue Redevelopment Project.
PS Drouin to highlight Canada's innovation and technological successes in agriculture
Francis Drouin, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, will speak at Canadian Agri-Food and Automation Intelligence Network's (CAAIN) Exploring Canada's Role in Global Agriculture – An Evening with Weekes & McConnell event.
Ensuring long-term predictable public transit funding and moving forward with an agreement to support people experiencing homelessness in York Region
By working closely with its partners, the federal government is ensuring that more Canadians will be able to live near public transit, and is providing additional support to address homelessness and encampments.