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Planning Your Move to Canada: A Simple Newcomer Checklist

If you are planning a move to Canada, a bit of preparation may help your transition feel smoother. There are a few practical areas to look at before you leave, such as reviewing your work documents, getting financially ready, learning about available newcomer services may help you prepare for your move to Canada. Learn more […]

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James Smith Cree Nation #370 and Canada reach a settlement agreement for long-standing land grievances

Today, the Joint Chiefs of James Smith Cree Nation #370—Chief Calvin Sanderson of Chakastaypasin, Chief Kirby Constant of James Smith, and Chief Robert Head of Peter Chapman—and the Honourable Rebecca Alty, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, announced a $713.8 million settlement agreement for a group of complex land claims.

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Ontario’s Provincial Nominee Program reaches 2025 nomination allocation

The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has used its entire 2025 nomination allocation, according to a program update issued on December 17. The OINP stated that it issued a total of 10,750 nominations to applicants across 2025. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams What this means for applicants Despite Ontario hitting its 2025 cap, […]

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Health Canada acts to prevent misuse and diversion of precursor chemicals and drug equipment

Today, the Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, announced amendments to the regulations for precursor chemicals and drug manufacturing equipment under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act. These actions further strengthen Canada’s controls of precursor chemicals and equipment that can be used in the production of illegal drugs.

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Government provides crucial support to the Ekati Diamond Mine amid trade uncertainty, protects Northern workers and local communities in the Northwest Territories

Tariffs coupled with low global diamond prices, inflationary pressures, and sustained supply chain bottlenecks are proving a challenge to navigate. That’s why the government is responding with a loan to support the Ekati Diamond Mine in the Northwest Territories.

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Non-permanent residents and homeownership in Canada: What new StatCan data shows

A new report from Statistics Canada suggests that non-permanent residents (NPRs) play a far smaller role in Canada’s housing market than public perception might suggest, despite ongoing debates around immigration levels and housing affordability. According to the report (released on December 11, 2025), less than 1% of all homeowners in Canada were NPRs at the […]

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Government of Canada announces close to $5 million to accelerate community, business and economic growth in Temiskaming Shores and across Northern Ontario

Today, Pauline Rochefort, Parliamentary Secretary to the Secretary of State (Rural Development), and Member of Parliament for Nipissing-Timiskaming, announced FedNor funding totalling $4,929,180 for six community and business growth initiatives that will benefit Temiskaming Shores and communities throughout 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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FedNor invests $4,929,180 to support economic development, mining, manufacturing and business growth in Northern Ontario

Today, Pauline Rochefort, Parliamentary Secretary to the Secretary of State (Rural Development), and Member of Parliament for Nipissing-Timiskaming, announced Government of Canada investments totalling $4,929,180 for six projects that will accelerate economic and business growth in Temiskaming Shores and communities across Northern Ontario. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for FedNor.

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LinkedIn vs Express Entry profile: Could online resumes trigger misrepresentation concerns?

Publicly visible information on your LinkedIn profile can be reviewed by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) and has the potential to affect the final decision on your Express Entry application. As a practical measure, ensure your LinkedIn profile is accurate, current, and consistent with the information submitted in your Express Entry profile, as this […]

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Government announces next steps toward made-in-Canada sustainable investment guidelines

The Government of Canada is committed to mobilizing public and private capital to promote investment in sustainability, as part of the transition to net-zero. Budget 2025 reconfirmed the government’s support for the arm’s-length development of made-in-Canada sustainable investment guidelines, also known as a taxonomy, and committed to the selection of an external organization to lead it by the end of the year.