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Combatting financial fraud, protecting Canadians against scams and abuse
Financial fraud impacts everyone and is becoming harder to detect and more prevalent in Canadians’ daily lives. In 2024, the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (CAFC) reported that Canadians had $643 million stolen due to fraud, representing nearly a 300 per cent increase since 2020. The CAFC estimates that this figure only represents 5 to 10 per cent of total fraud losses in Canada, given that many victims are reluctant to report fraud.
Government of Canada announces $36 million in funding to counter radicalization to violence
Today, the Honourable Ruby Sahota, Secretary of State for Combatting Crime, announced a federal investment of $36,912,380 through the Community Resilience Fund (CRF), which supports partnerships and innovation in preventing violent extremism in Canada.
Government of Canada announces more than $36 million for projects to help counter violent extremism
On October 20, 2025 (TBC), the Honourable Ruby Sahota, Secretary of State for Combatting Crime, announced a federal investment of $36,912,380 to 19 organizations to help enhance Canada’s capacity to prevent and counter radicalization to violence.
The Procurement Ombudâs 2024-25 annual report stresses the need for foundational change
Federal Procurement Ombud Alexander Jeglic released his Annual Report for 2024-25, which was tabled in Parliament by the Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement, the Honourable Joël Lightbound on October 7, 2025. The theme of this year’s report, Time for Solutions, highlights the Office of the Procurement Ombud’s activities from April 1, 2024, to March 31, 2025, while emphasizing the urgent need for foundational change in federal procurement to address longstanding procurement challenges to make the system more user-friendly and produce better outcomes for taxpayers.
Canada named among world’s most powerful passports; US passport drops to lowest ranking in 20 years
The latest global passport ranking released by Henley & Partners listed the Canadian passport among the 10 most powerful in the world for 2025. Canada placed ninth overall against 198 other passports based on how many destinations Canadian citizens can visit without a visa. As of October 7, 2025, those who possess a Canadian passport […]
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Minister Michel highlights investments to help Black entrepreneurs start up, scale up, and build Canadaâs economy
Today, the Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, on behalf of the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), kicked off Small Business Week by highlighting a renewed investment of $189 million for the Black Entrepreneurship Program (BEP).
Assault of an inmate at Matsqui Institution
On October 12, 2025, an inmate was victim of an assault at Matsqui Institution, a medium-security federal institution.
Mid-point Update â The CRAâs 100-day Service Improvement Plan
As we near the halfway point of the Canada Revenue Agency’s (CRA) 100-day Service Improvement Plan, launched on September 2, 2025, we want to update Canadians on our significant progress.
Statement by Minister Guilbeault on Bandi Chhor Divas
Government of Canada issues a statement to mark the celebration of Bandi Chhor Divas
Statement by Minister Guilbeault marking Diwali
Government of Canada issues statement to mark Diwali
Defence Minister McGuinty to welcome German and Norwegian defence ministers to Canada
The Honourable David McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, will welcome Germany’s Minister of Defence, Boris Pistorius, and Norway’s Minister of Defence, Tore O. Sandvik, to Canada on October 20, 2025.
Minister Champagne to make an announcement in Ottawa ahead of Budget 2025
The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance and National Revenue, will make an announcement ahead of Budget 2025 on new Government of Canada measures to counter fraud and strengthen Canadians' financial security.
New Brunswick holds multiple draws, issuing invitations to apply to hundreds of PNP candidates
Between October 6 and 9, the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NB PNP) held three draws and issued invitations to over 500 candidates. Invitations were issued through the New Brunswick Express Entry stream for candidates with employment in the province, and through the Skilled Worker stream for those working in priority occupations. Assess your eligibility […]
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Secretary of State Sarai hosts G7 Development Ministersâ Meeting and participates in 2025 annual meetings of World Bank Group and International Monetary Fund
The Honourable Randeep Sarai, Secretary of State (International Development), concluded a visit to Washington, D.C., where he convened G7 development ministers to advance cooperation on development priorities as part of Canada’s G7 presidency.
Minister Sidhu promotes trade diversification through Canada Trade Mission to Italy
The Honourable Maninder Sidhu, Minister of International Trade, led a Canada Trade Mission to Italy this past week, joined by a delegation of more than 75 Canadian businesses and stakeholders to explore commercial opportunities in Rome and Milan.
Canada Water Agency advances efforts to restore and protect Lake Winnipeg
Member of Parliament Terry Duguid, on behalf of the Honourable Julie Dabrusin, Minister of Environment and Climate Change and the Minister responsible for the Canada Water Agency, announced an investment of $1.6 million in 10 new freshwater projects to protect and restore Lake Winnipeg.
Government of Canada invests in Cape Breton Exhibition grounds
Improvements will prepare the facility for larger events and year-round programming
Minister Chartrand Represents Canada at 2025 Arctic Circle Assembly â Advancing Northern-Led Climate and Sovereignty Solutions
Today, the Honourable Rebecca Chartrand, Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs and Minister responsible for the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency, issued the following statement
These are the top universities in Canada in 2026, according to a new report
Times Higher Education has published its annual ranking of top universities in Canada, along with their global standings. The University of Toronto enjoys the top position, a spot it has held since at least 2011. McGill University and the University of British Columbia continue to hold strong positions, both in the national and global rankings. […]
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Minister Rechie Valdez announces recipients of the 2025 Governor Generalâs Awards in Commemoration of the Persons Case
Today, the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), announced this year’s recipients of the Governor General’s Awards in Commemoration of the Persons Case.
Backgrounder â 2025 Recipients of the Governor Generalâs Awards in Commemoration of the Persons Case
The Governor General’s Awards in Commemoration of the Persons Case recognize Canadians who have made outstanding contributions to the advancement of gender equality.
Government of Canada to announce funding to help address the toxic drug and overdose crisis
Taleeb Noormohamed, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Member of Parliament for Vancouver Granville, on behalf of the Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, will make an important announcement under the Emergency Treatment Fund and the Substance Use and Addictions Program.
Statement by Minister Hajdu on the Government of Canadaâs support for Kap Paper
Today, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario (FedNor), issued the following statement: “Canada’s strength comes from our workers, and the Government of Canada’s support for them will not waver.
Federal, Provincial, Territorial Health Ministersâ Meeting
Today, Canada’s Federal, Provincial and Territorial (FPT) Ministers of Health met in Calgary for a full day of discussions focused on strengthening the health and well-being of Canadians.