Pauline Rochefort, Parliamentary Secretary to the Secretary of State (Rural Development), and Member of Parliament for Nipissing-Timiskaming, will announce Government of Canada support for a series of priority projects that will benefit communities and businesses in the Temiskaming Shores region and across Northern Ontario. The announcement will be made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for FedNor.
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CBSA investigation leads to the conviction of Manitoba man for weapons smuggling
On October 7, 2025, Mark Sobry, a 47-year old resident of Kelwood, Manitoba, pleaded guilty in Minnedosa Provincial Court to smuggling prohibited weapons into Canada.
CRTC improves accessibility of programming for Canadians who are blind or partially sighted
The CRTC is taking another step forward to implement the modernized Broadcasting Act (the Act) by helping make programming more accessible for Canadians who are blind or partially sighted.
Travelling to Canada for the FIFA World Cup 2026? What you need to know about visas and work permits
Between June 11 and July 19, 2026, Canada will be hosting 13 FIFA World Cup 2026 matches in Toronto and Vancouver. Whether you’re planning to cheer your team on at the FIFA World Cup 2026 or attend as a volunteer or worker, it’s best to check early on whether you need authorization to enter Canada. […]
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G7 Foreign Ministers Statement on the Jimmy Lai verdict in Hong Kong
We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union, condemn the prosecution of Jimmy Lai under the National Security Law (NSL) in Hong Kong that has led to his guilty verdict on December 15, 2025.
Annual closure of Canadian Coast Guard seasonal search and rescue stations in Atlantic Canada
The following Canadian Coast Guard seasonal search and rescue stations in New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland and Labrador, are scheduled to conclude operations for the winter by December 31, 2025.
Major Auto Theft Investigation Targets Export Enablers - Organized Crime and Money Laundering Charges Laid
(Mississauga, ON) – Law enforcement has dismantled an auto theft criminal organization by focusing not only on vehicle theft, but also on the illegal exportation of stolen vehicles through freight forwarding companies. As part of Project CHICKADEE, 306 stolen vehicles destined for foreign markets such as the Middle East and West Africa have been recovered.
Addendum of Charged Persons -Â Project CHICKADEE
Addendum of Charged Persons - Project CHICKADEE
Connecting communities, one trail at a time: Expanding Wellandâs active transportation network
The Government of Canada and the City of Welland have partnered to support the Hilda Street trail connection to the Welland Canal Trail and the North Welland / Niagara College trail link projects, which is expanding and enhancing the city’s trail network.
Government of Canada invests $400,000 in Opsun Systems
CED contribution enables Québec manufacturing business to develop its solar panel structure solution and deploy its international marketing strategy.
Canada and the United Kingdom agree to work together to improve regulatory efficiency for animal vaccines
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) and the United Kingdom’s (UK) Veterinary Medicines Directorate announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to enhance collaboration between Canada and the UK in the regulatory oversight of veterinary biologics, including animal vaccines.
Partnership Between the Indigenous Centre for Occupational Health and Public Safety (ICOHPS) and CCOHS Aims to Enrich Workplace Safety in Indigenous Communities
The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) and the Indigenous Centre for Occupational Health and Public Safety (ICOHPS) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to work together to enrich health and safety in Indigenous communities in Canada.
Canada invests $19.6 million to advance Indigenous-led climate action and nature protection
Today, the Honourable Julie Dabrusin, Minister of the Environment, Climate Change and Nature, announced $19.6 million for 82 Indigenous-led stewardship initiatives to support locally led climate solutions, species-at-risk conservation, and First Nations Guardians programs.
Federal government invests in public transit improvements for the Municipality of Bathurst
The purchase of three minibuses will improve public transit services in northern New Brunswick communities after an investment of more than $487,000 from the federal government.
Canada signs memorandum of understanding with Coveo to advance AI innovation
The Government of Canada is taking another step toward strengthening Canada’s AI landscape by promoting responsible artificial intelligence (AI) adoption, supporting talent development and advancing sovereign AI infrastructure goals.
Memorandum of Understanding between the Government of Canada and Coveo
The Government of Canada, represented by Shared Services Canada (SSC) and Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Coveo Solutions Inc. (Coveo), a Canadian leader in applied artificial intelligence (AI) based in Québec.
Recapture of inmate from Buffalo Sage Wellness House - Section 81
At approximately 4:30 p.m. on December 16, 2025, inmate Charmaine Louis-Crier was apprehended by the Edmonton Police Service and members of the Alberta Sheriffs Fugitive Apprehension Support Team.
Arrivals under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program sink to two-year low
Arrivals under Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) have hit a new low, according to the most recent government data. On December 16, IRCC published the most recent monthly arrival data, showing that only 3,215 new TFWP work permit holders arrived in October of 2025. This is the lowest monthly number of arrivals under the […]
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Express Entry: Latest Canadian Experience Class draw has the lowest CRS cut-off in 2025
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 5,000 ITAs in a draw for Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have: A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 515; and Created an […]
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Statement by Minister MacKinnon on the resignation of VIA Rail Canadaâs President and CEO
The Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, today issued the following statement:
Canadaâs National Security and Intelligence Advisor and Japanâs National Security Advisor discuss regional security
On December 15, Ms. Nathalie G. Drouin, Deputy Clerk of the Privy Council and National Security and Intelligence Advisor to the Prime Minister of Canada, held a phone call with Japan’s National Security Advisor, Ichikawa Keiichi.
Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Region of Waterloo
Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with the Honourable Bardish Chagger, Member of Parliament for Waterloo, Tim Louis, Member of Parliament for Kitchener—Conestoga, the Honourable Prabmeet Sarkaria, Ontario’s Minister of Transportation, the Honourable Mike Harris, Member of Provincial Parliament for Kitchener—Conestoga, Jess Dixon, Member of Provincial Parliament for Kitchener South—Hespeler, and Karen Redman, Regional Chair of the Regional Municipality of Waterloo.
19 Indigenous Partnerships for Species at Risk initiatives 2025â2026
On December 17, 2025, the Honourable Julie Dabrusin, Minister of the Environment, Climate Change and Nature, announced an investment of over $2 million for Indigenous-led conservation initiatives through the Indigenous Partnerships for Species at Risk fund.
Delivering on Climate Competitiveness Strategy commitment and lowering methane emissions from major sources
Canada’s strategic actions to reduce methane emissions over the last decade have led to significant reductions in methane emissions from oil and gas sectors while supporting Canada’s climate competitiveness in global energy markets.
16 First Nations Indigenous-Led Natural Climate Solutions initiatives 2025â2026
On December 17, 2025, the Honourable Julie Dabrusin, Minister of the Environment, Climate Change and Nature, announced an investment of up to $13.1 million for 16 First Nations-led climate action initiatives through the Indigenous-Led Natural Climate Solutions Fund.