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Government of Canada grants nearly $1.8M to promote Festival d’été de Québec

The Government of Canada is granting a total of $1,750,000 in financial support to the Festival d’été de Québec (FEQ). This must-attend multi-genre musical event taking place on the Plains of Abraham and at other locations across downtown Québec attracts numerous tourists every year thanks to performances by local and international groups and artists. The aim of this funding is to market the FEQ so as to attract visitors from outside Quebec, maintain the summer event’s relevance and appeal by enhancing the tourism experience, and provide better access to works by professional artists.

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Top Canadian employers hiring for jobs qualifying for category-based draws under Express Entry

Canada’s top employers hire for a range of positions across several industries and sectors, many of which are eligible for category-based selection through Canada’s Express Entry system. If you have six months full-time, continuous work experience in an eligible occupation, you can qualify for a category-based draw under Express Entry. See your eligibility for all […]

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Statement to Promote the Sustainable Recovery of Ukraine's Energy Systems Issued by Canada and the European Union

Today, on July 11, at the 2025 Ukraine Recovery Conference in Rome, hosted by Italy and Ukraine, the European Union and Canada reaffirm our steadfast commitment to supporting Ukraine in establishing a resilient, decentralized and green energy system, aligned with European standards and climate neutrality objectives, and closely integrated with the EU.

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CanadaVisa launches next generation tool to help newcomers on their immigration journeys

To help newcomers get Canadian permanent residency more quickly and easily, we’ve launched CanadaVisa+, a new application accessible over any web browser. Navigating the maze to Canadian Permanent Residency As an aspiring permanent resident, you’ll encounter Canada’s confusing, complex immigration system. Get started with CanadaVisa+ How can you possibly navigate the 100+ pathways that lead […]

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Tribunal Issues Determination of Reasonable Indication of Threat of Injury—Steel Strapping from China, South Korea, Türkiye and Vietnam

The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today determined that there is a reasonable indication that the dumping of steel strapping from China, South Korea, Türkiye and Vietnam, and subsidizing of steel strapping from China are threatening to cause injury to the domestic industry.

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Federal government extends Employment Insurance temporary measure to help workers impacted by U.S. tariffs

Tariffs imposed on Canadian goods by the United States and other trading partners continue to hurt Canadian workers and employers. In response, the federal government introduced measures to support workers with timely and reliable access to Employment Insurance (EI) benefits, particularly those in sectors and regions heavily impacted by US tariffs.

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Backgrounder on Employment Insurance measures introduced to support Canadian workers and employers

On March 21, 2025, the Government of Canada introduced three temporary Employment Insurance (EI) measures designed to improve access and entitlement to income supports for workers whose jobs are affected by the continued threat of tariffs. The three measures, in place until October 11, 2025, are:

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Watch the Webinar: Banking Basics in Canada: A Newcomer’s Guide to Getting Started

New to Canada and wondering how banking works here? This webinar can help you get started. TD and Canada Visa’s session is especially for newcomers like you. We’ll walk you through helpful steps like opening a bank account, building credit, and understanding everyday banking in Canada. Whether you’re starting fresh or making a change, this […]

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8 Easy Steps for Increasing Your CELPIP Speaking Score!

We understand the pressure and nerves that can arise during a high-stakes test like the CELPIP, especially when you’re asked to speak in a second language. To help each of our test takers feel confident and prepared for the speaking component of the CELPIP Test, we’ve created an 8-step guide to help you get ready […]

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How foreign work experience can boost your CRS score in a competitive Express Entry pool

If you already have Canadian work experience and want to apply for permanent residence (PR) through Express Entry, foreign work experience can significantly boost your chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA). In some cases, the number of points you receive from foreign work experience can be higher than what you would get by […]

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