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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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).
On October 12, 2025, an inmate was victim of an assault at Matsqui Institution, a medium-security federal institution.
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.
Government of Canada issues a statement to mark the celebration of Bandi Chhor Divas
Government of Canada issues statement to mark Diwali
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.
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.
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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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.
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.
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.
Improvements will prepare the facility for larger events and year-round programming
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
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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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.
The Governor General’s Awards in Commemoration of the Persons Case recognize Canadians who have made outstanding contributions to the advancement of gender equality.
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.
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.
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.
Today, Gitxaała Nation and the Government of Canada are taking a united step to ensure these ecosystems remain healthy and abundant for the future, showcasing how Nation-to-Nation collaboration can achieve meaningful marine conservation. Chief Councillor Linda Innes of Gitxaała Nation and the Honourable Joanne Thompson, Minister of Fisheries, announced the establishment of the Banks Marine Refuge, a new protected area in Nłuut'iksgm Laxyuubm Gitxaała (sacred Gitxaała Territory) on the north coast of British Columbia.
Today, the President of the Haida Nation, Gaagwiis Jason Alsop, and the Minister of Fisheries, the Honourable Joanne Thompson, formally announced two marine refuges on Haida Gwaii: G̱aw Ḵáahlii and X̲aana K̲aahlii. The marine refuges will protect multiple species of salmon, sea birds and their habitat, and other important species such as herring and harbour seals.
If you wish to be considered for an International Experience Canada (IEC) work permit in 2025, your window to submit a candidate profile is closing. Eligible foreign youth (aged 18–35 or 18–30) from participating countries must submit a profile before 9 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) on October 20, 2025. Schedule a Free IEC Work […]
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The Government of Canada is delivering over $82.3 million to Manitoba this year to create communities that are stronger and more connected.
The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety Canada, and Ruby Sahota, the Honourable Secretary of State for Combatting Crime today issued the following statement: