Ahmad Q. Barekzai is an Afghan national and a journalist. He came to Canada claiming persecution in his country of origin due to having written an article strongly critical of the Taliban. Barekzai alleged he was the target of both violent threats and attempted kidnapping. The Immigration and Refugee Board (IRB) rejected this claim. He […]
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A decade of war has resulted in a devastating humanitarian crisis, leading to the dire suffering of millions of people in Syria and neighbouring countries. The COVID-19 pandemic has only magnified their hardship.
Canada has consistently supported the United Nations in working toward an inclusive intra-Syrian political solution, as laid out in UN Security Council Resolution 2254. An inclusive political transition is only possible through the meaningful participation of all Syrians, including women. Canada is a vigorous advocate for the inclusion of women in politics, negotiations and conflict resolution. Canadian officials have continued to support the women, peace and security agenda in all engagement with Syrian stakeholders.
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages and Minister responsible for FedDev Ontario, will make an important virtual announcement in support of technology innovation in Toronto. Minister Joly will be joined by Marci Ien, Member of Parliament for Toronto Centre.
Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) update to be given by the Prime Minister, Ministers and Government of Canada officials at March 30, 2021 news conference.
On March 31, 2021, Canadian Space Agency astronaut David Saint-Jacques will speak to students from Quispamsis Middle School. The school won this visit from an astronaut through the Junior Astronauts campaign. David Saint-Jacques will share his story, talk about his career as an astronaut, and answer their questions.
Members of the media are invited to attend an important announcement regarding COVID-19 response infrastructure for Halifax with the Honorable Bernadette Jordan, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard and Member of Parliament for South Shore—St. Margarets, and the Honourable Geoff Regan, Member of Parliament for Halifax West, on behalf of the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities; and the Honourable Derek Mombourquette, Minister of Education and Early Childhood Development and Member of the Legislative Assembly for Sydney—Whitney Pier.
Canada is extending a 2020 coronavirus-related measure to allow temporary residents with job offers to apply for their work permits without leaving the country. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) originally introduced the measure between August 24, 2020, and March 31, 2021. Foreign nationals in Canada on visitor status will now be able to benefit from […]
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Nova Scotia invited 329 French-speaking candidates through its Express Entry-linked Labour Market Priorities stream. The March 29 draw saw Letters of Interest issued to candidates who had selected French as their first official language, with a Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) score of 9 or higher in all French language abilities (reading, writing, listening and speaking). […]
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On March 29, 2021, Dr. Theresa Tam, Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer, issued the following statement on COVID-19.
Statement from the Council of Chief Medical Officers of Health on the use of AstraZeneca COVID-19 Vaccine.
The Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Health, will join Drew Dilkens, Mayor, City of Windsor, Tanya Elliott, Vice President, Ontario, Canadian Red Cross, and others, to announce continued federal support for the region.
The Honourable David Lametti, P.C., Q.C., Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada will make a funding announcement.
The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today initiated an expiry review of its order made on April 18, 2016, in Expiry Review No. RR-2015-001, to determine if the expiry of the order is likely to lead to continued or resumed dumping and subsidizing of steel grating originating in or exported from the People’s Republic of China and is likely to result in injury.
Members of the media are invited to join an important public transit infrastructure announcement.
Technical briefing on the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine
As part of Health Canada’s continuing commitment to openness and transparency on all information relating to COVID-19 vaccines, the Department is updating Canadians on new actions it has taken.
When the Government of Canada launched the Oceans Protection Plan, a primary objective was to address wrecked, abandoned and hazardous vessels across Canada. Three years later, the Government remains committed to protecting Canada’s oceans and waterways by removing these vessels in a safe and environmentally-responsible way.
A one-year extension to the BC Bus North service was announced today, meaning people who live and work in northern British Columbia can continue to rely on inter-city bus service. This service has become a crucial lifeline in the region as other transportation options have been limited due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced new sanctions against 2 individuals and 4 entities, under the Special Economic Measures (Russia) Regulations and the Special Economic Measures (Ukraine) Regulations, in response to Russia’s illegal occupation and annexation of the Autonomous Republic of Crimea.
The Special Economic Measures (Russia) Regulations and the Special Economic Measures (Ukraine) Regulations impose asset freezes and dealings prohibitions on listed persons by prohibiting persons in Canada and Canadians outside of Canada from dealing in any property of these individuals or providing financial or related services to them.
The Competition Bureau announced today that it has laid multiple criminal charges against four companies and three individuals in connection with an alleged conspiracy to commit fraud and rig bids for condominium refurbishment services in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).
The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, will take part in a conversation with Nicolas Roucou, Director General of Groupe Decathlon, on the second day of Canada’s virtual trade mission to France. The Minister will then lead a fireside chat with business leaders Richard Laniel, President of Kanuk, and Barb Stegemann, President and Founder of The 7 Virtues.
As the pandemic has further highlighted the importance of keeping people active and healthy, the governments of Canada and Quebec are proud to support nearly 200 recreational and sports infrastructure projects across Quebec. These investments will provide Quebec municipalities with modern, safe and accessible facilities that encourage physical activity in our communities.
Joint federal, provincial and municipal funding is being provided for two recreational infrastructure projects in Côte-Nord communities.