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Nova Scotia overhauls selection process for permanent residents

On November 28, the NSPNP announced that they would be introducing a new Expression of Interest (EOI) model* to their intake—following in the footsteps of almost all other Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs). According to the province’s website, “all submissions to Nova Scotia’s immigration programs — regardless of when they were submitted — are [now] considered […]

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Tribunal Initiates Expiry Review—Oil Country Tubular Goods from Chinese Taipei, India, Indonesia, South Korea, Thailand, Türkiye, Ukraine and Vietnam

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today initiated an expiry review of its order made on December 30, 2020, in expiry review RR-2019-006, to determine if the expiry of the order is likely to lead to continued or resumed dumping of oil country tubular goods, originating in or exported from Chinese Taipei, India, Indonesia, South Korea, Thailand, Türkiye, Ukraine and Vietnam, and is likely to result in injury to the domestic industry.

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Government announces appointments to the Bank of Canada’s Board of Directors

In keeping with this commitment, the Minister of Finance and National Revenue, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, announced the appointment of Chantal Frappier, Marjolaine Giasson, Sandra L. Hanington, Maureen C. Jensen and Andrew D. Mutch to the Board of Directors of the Bank of Canada, effective November 27, 2025.

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Biographical Notes – Andrew D. Mutch

Mr. Andrew D. Mutch currently serves as the President of Michelin North America (Canada) Inc., where he is responsible for ensuring the long-term sustainability and operational excellence of the Canadian operations. Throughout his tenure at Michelin, Mr. Mutch has held several key positions, including Plant Manager of the Michelin Bridgewater Plant and Pictou Tire Operations in Nova Scotia, Director of Strategy and Performance Improvement at Michelin North America in Greenville, South Carolina, and Director of Human Resources at Michelin Canada.

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Biographical Notes – Maureen C. Jensen

Ms. Maureen Jensen has been a leader in the investment industry and securities regulation for more than 20 years and is currently a Director of Franco-Nevada Corporation, a public governor of the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) – a private, non-governmental organization in the United States that acts as a self-regulatory organization (SRO) and is the Chair of the Board of Directors at Ombudsman for Banking Services and Investments (OBSI). She also sits on the Capital Markets Institute Advisory Committee at the Rotman School of Business.

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The federal government reaffirms support to address Gender-based Violence

As part of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-based Violence, the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), along with Kristina Tesser Derksen, Member of Parliament for Milton East—Halton Hills South, reaffirmed the federal government’s commitment to ending gender-based violence.

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The new pathways to permanent residence coming to Canada in 2026

Canada is set to introduce several new pathways to permanent residence (PR) in the upcoming year. In 2026, the federal government will prioritize in-Canada applicants through various pathways and programs that aim to transition temporary residents into permanent residents. Moreover, 2026 will see the reopening of intake periods for some pathways and immigration streams that […]

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Expanded air transport agreements with Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates to allow more passenger and cargo flights

Today, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, and the Honourable Maninder Sidhu, Minister of International Trade, announced that Canada has expanded its air transport agreements with Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

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Haitians at risk of US deportations have an opportunity in Canada’s merit-based immigration system

Over 350,000 Haitian nationals residing legally in the US may be facing deportation come February 2026. Immigrating to Canada through the points-based Express Entry system may be a viable option for many US Haitian residents who possess skilled work experience. With the Canadian government prioritizing Francophone immigration, French-speaking Haitians have an added advantage under Express […]

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Government of Canada undertakes inspection blitz to crack down on driver misclassification in trucking

Canada’s economy depends on strong trade and reliable exchange, and Canada’s truckers are at the heart of that connection. As supply chains adapt to new challenges and opportunities, it is more important than ever to recognize and empower the workers who keep our economy moving safely and efficiently across the country.