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Backgrounder: Government of Canada invests in four businesses to support economic growth in Estrie region
The following information is in addition to the news release issued on October 24, 2025, on CED’s financial assistance, the recipient businesses and organizations, and their respective projects.
Canada takes decisive action to protect auto industry and workers
The Government of Canada is delivering on its commitment to protect Canada’s auto industry and workers. Today, the Minister of Finance and National Revenue, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, and the Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, jointly announced significant reductions to the import quotas of General Motors (GM) and Stellantis.
Live Webinar: Credit Building in Canada Explained for Newcomers
If you’re just getting started in Canada, you may be wondering how credit and borrowing work here. Now is the perfect time to learn by attending a helpful webinar for newcomers: CanadaVisa and TD invite you to join this live online session that looks at ‘credit building’ basics in Canada — from the types of […]
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Minister Fraser to hold a press conference to crack down on organized crime and auto theft
The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, alongside the Honourable Ruby Sahota, Secretary of State for Combatting Crime, will hold a press conference on provisions in the Bail and Sentencing Reform Act targeting organized crime and auto theft.
Death of an inmate from Kent Institution
On October 23, 2025, John Wendell Keyler, an inmate from Kent Institution, died while in our custody.
Seizures of contraband and unauthorized items at Collins Bay InstitutionÂ
Between October 14 and 16, 2025, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, multiple packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Collins Bay Institution, a multi-level security federal institution.
Canadian astronaut Joshua Kutryk to take part in virtual briefing about new Canadian scientific studies
On October 28 at 2:00 pm ET, the Canadian Space Agency (CSA) will hold a virtual media briefing to present four new Canadian scientific studies that are being conducted aboard the International Space Station (ISS).
Minister MacDonald announces the reappointment of Jennifer Hayes as Chairperson of the Canadian Dairy Commission
The Honourable Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced the reappointment of Jennifer Hayes, as Chairperson of the Canadian Dairy Commission, for an additional 4-year term, effective December 23, 2025.
Government of Canada making strategic investments to grow Albertaâs defence industry
Federal investment will enable small- and medium-sized businesses to fast track the commercialization of Canadian-made defence technologies
Government of Canada Provides Early Decision on Josephburg Condensate Fractionation Project in Alberta
The Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (IAAC) assessed the Josephburg Condensate Fractionation Project, a new refinery northeast of Edmonton, Alberta, and determined that its potential adverse effects within federal jurisdiction would be limited or addressed through other means.
Minister Olszewski to highlight federal support for Black entrepreneurship across the Prairie provinces
The Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan), will announce federal funding available across the Prairie Provinces through the Black Entrepreneurship Program Ecosystem Fund.
Canada introduces sweeping reforms to make bail laws stricter and toughen sentencing laws
Canada’s new government is introducing sweeping reforms to make bail laws stricter and sentencing laws tougher for repeat and violent offending, to support the front lines, and to invest in long-term prevention.
IRCC raises cap for study to PR pathway
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will accept close to 700 more applications through its Francophone Minority Communities Student Pilot (FMCSP) study to permanent residence (PR) pathway. This increase brings the total number of applications accepted through this pathway to 2,970, up from last year’s cap of 2,300. IRCC will accept these applications between August […]
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Canada sees significant declines in international student numbers
New data from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) show a decline in both the number of international student arrivals and the overall international student population, when compared to the same period last year. In August 2025, there were 45,380 new student arrivals to Canada, compared to 79,795 new student arrivals in August 2024. That […]
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Media Advisory: Minister Robertson to speak at Canada 2020 Conference
The Honourable Gregor Robertson, Minister of Housing and Infrastructure and Minister Responsible for Pacific Economic Development Canada will participate in a fireside chat with Ana Bailão, Chief Executive Officer of Build Canada Homes,at Canada 2020's “From Ambition to Action: Getting Big Things Done” conference.
PS Rochefort to announce Government of Canada support for agri-food businesses and organizations across Northern Ontario
Pauline Rochefort, Parliamentary Secretary to the Secretary of State (Rural Development), and Member of Parliament for Nipissing-Timiskaming, will make a FedNor announcement to support the accelerated growth of Northern Ontario’s agri-food sector. The announcement will be made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for FedNor.
Government of Canada funds accessibility infrastructure projects to make more Canadian workplaces and community spaces accessible
The Government is focused on building an inclusive workforce with accessible workplaces for all Canadians, where every person has the chance to contribute their talents and thrive.
Projects funded under the 2024 EAF small projects component call for proposals
Projects funded under the 2024 EAF small projects component call for proposals
Projects funded under the 2024 EAF youth innovation call for proposals
Projects funded under the 2024 EAF youth innovation call for proposals.
$5.4M to strengthen Canadaâs climate resilience through space science and innovation
Extreme weather events are becoming more frequent and severe. Heatwaves, floods, wildfires, and hurricanes are affecting lives, economies, and ecosystems around the world.
The Government of Canada will announce support for minority-language education and second-language instruction in Nova-Scotia
The Government of Canada increases its support for minority-language education and second-language instruction through a new Protocol for Agreements for Minority-Language Education and Second-Language Instruction in Nova-Scotia
Invitation to media â Minister Mélanie Joly to announce Government of Canada support for four Sherbrooke manufacturing businesses
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for CED, along with the Honourable Élisabeth Brière, Member of Parliament for Sherbrooke and Deputy Government Whip, and Marianne Dandurand, Member of Parliament for Compton–Stanstead, will announce CED funding to support the growth of four Sherbrooke manufacturers.
Minister Chartrand to announce funding for Indigenous-led forestry projects
The Honourable Rebecca Chartrand, Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs and Minister responsible for the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency, on behalf of the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, will announce funding for Indigenous-led projects supporting growth in the Prairies’ forest sectors.
Minister Sidhu speaks with United Kingdomâs Minister of State
Today, the Honourable Maninder Sidhu, Minister of International Trade, spoke with Chris Bryant, Minister of State (Minister for Trade) of the United Kingdom.