Today, Veterans Affairs Canada and the Department of National Defence issued the following statement:
Immigration News
Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Collins Bay InstitutionÂ
On May 4, 2025, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, a package containing contraband and unauthorized items was seized at Collins Bay Institution, a multi-level security federal institution.
Government of Canada to host national ceremony commemorating the 80th anniversary of the Liberation of the Netherlands and Victory in Europe (V-E) Day
Veterans Affairs Canada will host a public commemorative event in Toronto to mark the 80th anniversary of the Liberation of the Netherlands and Victory in Europe (V-E) Day.
Chief Mountain port of entry opens for the summer season
The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is advising travellers that the Chief Mountain port of entry will be open for the summer season from Thursday, May 15, 2025, to Tuesday, September 30, 2025.
Government of Canada to mark the 80th anniversary of the Liberation of the Netherlands and Victory in Europe (V-E) Day at the National War Memorial in Ottawa
Veterans Affairs Canada will host a commemorative ceremony at the National War Memorial in Ottawa to mark the 80th anniversary of the Liberation of the Netherlands and Victory in Europe Day.
These provinces currently have open pathways to PR for international graduates
Many provinces offer dedicated immigration streams for international student graduates, making it easier for foreign nationals who have studied in the province to transition to permanent resident status. Currently, there are eight provinces that have at least one such stream. This article will cover which provinces offer student-specific streams, as well as a high-level overview […]
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Government of Canada to host wreath-laying ceremony at Coronation Park to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (V-E) Day
The official Government of Canada delegation will participate in a wreath-laying ceremony at the Victory-Peace Monument located in Coronation Park to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day.
Competition Bureau advances an investigation into BWX Technologiesâ proposed acquisition of Kinectrics
The Competition Bureau has obtained court orders to gather information to advance its investigation into BWX Technologies’ proposed acquisition of Kinectrics.
Death of an inmate from Millhaven Institutionâs Regional Treatment CentreÂ
On May 5, 2025, Mohamed Mohamud, an inmate from Millhaven Institution’s Regional Treatment Centre, died while in our custody of apparent natural causes.
Sault Ste Marie announces designated employers for rural pathway to permanent residence
Sault Ste. Marie is the latest community to release its list of designated employers for the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP). Under the RCIP, foreign nationals can apply for Canadian permanent residency if they have a job offer from a designated employer, along with meeting the pilot’s other requirements. Assess your eligibility for the RCIP […]
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The Competition Bureau obtains a second court order to advance an investigation of competition in the Quebec real estate services market
The Competition Bureau obtains a second court order to advance an investigation of competition in the Quebec real estate services market May 6, 2025, GATINEAU, QC, Competition Bureau
IRCC simplifies work permits for IEC participants already in Canada
International Experience Canada (IEC) applicants already in the country can now have their work permits mailed directly to them if they meet specific criteria. Prior to this change, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) would not mail work permits to Canadian addresses, meaning that IEC work permit holders already in Canada would need to exit […]
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Thunder Bay announces designated employers for the RCIP pathway to permanent residence
Thunder Bay, a city in northwestern Ontario, has published its list of designated employers under the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP). The RCIP is an employer-focused pathway to permanent residency (PR). That means foreign nationals are only eligible if they have a job offer from a designated employer within the community. Assess your eligibility for […]
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Tribunal Issues DeterminationâRenewable Diesel from the United States
The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today determined that the evidence does not disclose a reasonable indication that the dumping and subsidizing of renewable diesel from the United States of America have caused injury or are threatening to cause injury to the domestic industry. Therefore, the Tribunal terminated its preliminary injury inquiry.
Tribunal Initiates Expiry ReviewâCarbon Steel Screws from China and Chinese Taipei
The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today initiated an expiry review of its order made on September 2, 2020, in expiry review RR-2019-002, to determine if the expiry of the order is likely to lead to continued or resumed dumping of certain carbon steel fasteners originating in or exported from the People’s Republic of China and the Separate Customs Territory of Taiwan, Penghu, Kinmen and Matsu, and the subsidizing of such products originating in or exported from the People’s Republic of China and is likely to result in injury to the domestic industry.
Agriculture Student Scholarship recipients announced in SaskatchewanÂ
Saskatchewan students pursuing a post-secondary education in agriculture were awarded the Agriculture Student Scholarship.
Competition Bureau sues Canadaâs Wonderland for allegedly advertising misleading prices online
Competition Bureau sues Canada’s Wonderland for allegedly advertising misleading prices online May 5, 2025 – GATINEAU, QC – Competition Bureau
Alexandra Bridge closed to motorists
Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise motorists that the Alexandra Bridge will be closed for upcoming inspection work.
Government of Canada to host Boots of Remembrance ceremony to mark the 80th anniversary of the Liberation of the Netherlands and Victory in Europe
Veterans Affairs Canada will host a Boots of Remembrance commemorative event at CIBC SQUARE with the official Government of Canada delegation commemorating the 80th anniversary of the Liberation of the Netherlands and Victory in Europe Day.
Government of Canada to host wreath-laying ceremony at the Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre Cenotaph to mark the 80th anniversary of the Liberation of the Netherlands and Victory in Europe
Veterans Affairs Canada will host a wreath-laying ceremony at the Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre Cenotaph.
Ministers Anandasangaree, Hajdu and Guilbeault issue statement on Red Dress Day 2025
“On Red Dress Day, we honour every First Nations, Inuit, and Métis woman, girl, and 2SLGBTQI+ person who has gone missing or been murdered in Canada. We recognize the strength and courage of families, survivors, and communities who continue to advocate for the dignity and justice of their loved ones."
Keynote address by President Pierre Tremblay at the 2025 Canadian Nuclear Association conference
On April 17, 2025, Pierre Tremblay, CNSC President and CEO, delivered a keynote address at the Canadian Nuclear Association annual conference and tradeshow.
British Columbia’s PNP is saving PR spots for these types of healthcare workers
British Columbia (B.C.) has reserved the bulk of its provincial nominations for 2025 for healthcare workers in certain occupations. On April 14, B.C. announced major changes to the BC Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP), reducing the number of applications it will accept to 1,100 in 2025. The BC PNP has reserved most of these application […]
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REMINDER - Media accreditation now open for the G7 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governorsâ Meeting
From May 20 to 22, Canada will host the G7 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors’ Meeting in Banff, Alberta.
Canadian delegation travelling to Toronto to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Liberation of the Netherlands and Victory in Europe Day
All Canadians share a responsibility to keep Veterans’ stories alive, recognize the cost of war and honour their sacrifices that led to the privileges and peace we know today.