The Government of Canada is providing more than $18.7 million through the Canada Community-Building Fund for 23 recipients across Yukon in 2025-2026. These funds provide communities with stable and flexible funding for their infrastructure priorities across a wide range of categories. The funding enables local governments to plan for their current and future needs, improve housing supply, and create connected communities.
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Government of Canada to highlight funding under the Healthy Canadians and Communities Fund
The Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, will highlight funding under the Healthy Canadians and Communities Fund.
Investing across Canada to build safe and strong communities
The Government of Canada is delivering over $33.4 million to Newfoundland and Labrador this year to create communities that are stronger and more connected.
Backgrounder: Investing in Newfoundland and Labrador to build safe and strong communities
The Government of Canada is providing more than $33.4 million through the Canada Community-Building Fund for 275 recipients across Newfoundland and Labrador in 2025-2026. These funds provide communities with stable and flexible funding for their infrastructure priorities across a wide range of categories. The funding enables local governments to plan for their current and future needs, improve housing supply, and create connected communities.
Government of Canada investing over $375,000 in research and innovation in Northwestern Ontario
Marcus Powlowski, Member of Parliament for Thunder Bay—Rainy River, today announced a FedNor investment of $377,745 in Confederation College. The investment will support their office of Applied Research and Innovation. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for FedNor, and Member of Parliament for Thunder Bay—Superior North.
Canada provides humanitarian assistance in response to earthquake in Afghanistan
Today, the Honourable Randeep Sarai, Secretary of State (International Development), announced that Canada is providing $3 million in humanitarian assistance funding to support emergency relief efforts in response to the earthquake.
NFBâs Suzanne Guèvremont named to The Hollywood Reporterâs inaugural âCanada 25â list of industry leaders
The Hollywood Reporter has named National Film Board of Canada (NFB) commissioner Suzanne Guèvremont to The Canada 25, its inaugural list of top deal and decision makers, recognizing her leadership and impact on Canada’s film industry.
Government of Canada invests over $1 million to support mining innovation in Northern Ontario
Viviane Lapointe, Member of Parliament for Sudbury, today announced a FedNor investment of $1,050,000 in Cambrian College’s Centre for Smart Mining (CSM). The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for FedNor.
Are you eligible to get a Canadian passport?
If your parent or grandparent was a Canadian citizen, then it is quite likely that you have citizenship by descent—even if you were born outside Canada. If you do have citizenship by descent, then you’ll be able to apply for a Canadian passport, but must first get your proof of citizenship. In some cases, your […]
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The CBSA extradites a Canadian citizen from Mexico on tobacco smuggling charges
The CBSA extradites a Canadian citizen from Mexico on tobacco smuggling charges
New wayfinding enhancements make it easier to explore Cape Breton Regional MunicipalityÂ
Federal investment helps increase foot traffic and economic activity for local businesses
Government of Canada funds the Festival celtique de Québec
The Government of Canada supports the Festival celtique de Québec
Minister Hodgson to Announce Carbon Management Funding
The Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, will announce funding for carbon management technologies in British Columbia. Media availability will follow.
Express Entry: 4,500 candidates invited in third draw of the week
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 4,500 ITAs in a draw for candidates with proficiency in French. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have: A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 446; and Created an […]
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Ontario invites over 1,800 PNP candidates across 77 occupations
Ontario’s Provincial Nominee Program held more draws on September 3, issuing 1,893 invitations to apply for provincial immigration. The draws targeted candidates with job offers within 77 priority occupations, and who are currently residing in Canada. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) held two draws in total and issued […]
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Statement from Commander Canadian Joint Operations Command regarding Missing Canadian Armed Forces Member Deployed to Latvia
Statement from Commander Canadian Joint Operations Command regarding Missing Canadian Armed Forces Member Deployed to Latvia
Canadian and U.S. intelligence partners issue guidance to protect Western tech startups from exploitation in international pitch competitions
Today, the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS), along with U.S. intelligence partners issued new guidance to help protect Western technology startups from potential exploitation in international pitch competitions.
The Northwest Territories will issue additional nominations for permanent residence
The Northwest Territories has received an additional 47 nominations for the Northwest Territories Nominee Program (NTNP) for this year. This brings its total nomination spaces to 197, up from the 150 it was originally allocated for 2025. The Government of the Northwest Territories announced the increased allocations in a news release on September 2, 2025. […]
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National Film Board of Canada in the spotlight at OIAF with 15 standout filmsâfour in competition. Veteran NFB animators share the spotlight with a new wave of rising talent at the Ottawa International Animation Festival.
The National Film Board of Canada (NFB) returns to the Ottawa International Animation Festival (OIAF) with a stellar lineup of 15 films.
Seizure of contraband at Saskatchewan Penitentiary
On August 29, 2025, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, packages containing contraband were seized at Saskatchewan Penitentiary, a multi-level security federal institution.
Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Whitehorse
Members of the media are invited to join an important announcement regarding community infrastructure across the Yukon with Dr. Brendan Hanley, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs and Member of Parliament for Yukon, the Honourable Mike Pemberton, Yukon Premier, and the Honourable Richard Mostyn, Yukon Minister of Community Services.
Navigating the World of Mortgages in Canada: Tips for Newcomers
As a newcomer to Canada, the idea of buying a home can bring a mix of curiosity and questions. There are many decisions to make, and understanding the process from the start can help you feel more at ease. One of the first things to consider is your home mortgage. What types of mortgages are […]
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Refresh, refurbish, replace â Canada, Ontario and Niagara invest in upgraded public transit
Niagara Transit is receiving a major investment of more than $128 million from the Government of Canada, Government of Ontario and Niagara Region to refresh its transit fleet and improve public transit services.
Backgrounder: Refresh, refurbish, replace â Canada, Ontario and Niagara invest in upgraded public transit
The federal government is investing $51,444,200 through the Public Transit Infrastructure Stream (PTIS) of the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program to support eight public transit projects across the Regional Municipality of Niagara. The Government of Ontario is providing $42,865,880 and the Region of Niagara is contributing $34,300,420.
The Sexual Misconduct Support and Resource Centre opens call for applications for the Community Support for Sexual Misconduct Survivors Grant Program
The Sexual Misconduct Support and Resource Centre (SMSRC) is committed to improving access to support services for individuals affected by sexual misconduct within the defence community.