On October 25 2025, Craig Papequash, an inmate from Saskatchewan Penitentiary, died while in our custody.
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Government of Canada to provide a fifth progress update on new human resources and pay solutionÂ
Mr. Alex Benay, Associate Deputy Minister, Public Services and Procurement Canada, will be providing a fifth update on the progress made in preparing for the upcoming transition to Dayforce human resources and pay solution.
Minister Champagne, Minister Valdez and Minister Gull-Masty 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 funding for women and gender equality. He will be joined by the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), and the Honourable Mandy Gull-Masty, Minister of Indigenous Services. A media availability will follow.
Government of Canada announces support for Black entrepreneurs and businesses in British Columbia
Across British Columbia, Black entrepreneurs and small business owners are accelerating innovation, creating prosperity, and shaping our future.
Our Shared Vision and Commitment
The International Counter Ransomware Task Force (ICRTF), co-led by Australia and Lithuania, continued to uplift operationally-focused information sharing between members and promote efforts to disrupt ransomware criminals.
Minister Joly will deliver remarks at the Canadian Aerospace Summit and participate in an armchair discussion
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions will deliver remarks and participate in an armchair discussion with Mike Mueller, President and CEO of the Aerospace Industries Association of Canada. The event will take place at the 2025 Canadian Aerospace Summit.
Protecting Those Who Protect Us: Strengthening Justice for Canadaâs First Responders
Every day, firefighters, paramedics, and police officers put themselves in harm’s way to keep Canadians safe. They deserve to know that the law is on their side.
10 factors that could jeopardize your post-graduation work permit application
Planning ahead for your post-graduation work permit (PGWP) application can reduce the risk of refusal. Small mistakes or misunderstandings can affect your ability to qualify for a PGWP. Over the past year and a half, the Canadian government has also introduced several changes to PGWP eligibility. The PGWP is an open work permit issued to […]
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Minister Sidhu meets with Vietnamâs Minister of Industry and Trade
Yesterday, the Honourable Maninder Sidhu, Minister of International Trade, met with His Excellency Nguyen Hong Dien, Vietnam’s Minister of Industry and Trade, on the margins of the 47th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit in Malaysia.
The Sexual Misconduct Support and Resource Centre funds 21 new projects through the Community Support for Sexual Misconduct Survivors Grant Program
Increasing access to support services across Canada for members of the Defence community who have been affected by sexual misconduct is a priority for the Department of National Defence (DND) and the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF).
IRCC extends special measures for people affected by Canada’s 2025 wildfires
Newcomers to Canada—including temporary residents (visitors, work permit holders, study permit holders), permanent residents, and Canadian citizens who are impacted by the 2025 wildfire season can continue to benefit from fee waivers and extended application deadlines to restore or extend their status, until November 30, 2025. These individuals may apply for these measures even if […]
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IRCC invites PNP candidates in second program draw of October
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 302 ITAs in a draw for Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have: A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 761; and Created an […]
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IRCC’s new tool shows stark increase in processing times for several application types
Processing times have increased dramatically for citizenship applications, as well as applications for the Atlantic Immigration Program, Start-up Visa Program, and Federal Self-employed Persons Program. These increases come after an update made earlier this month to the government’s online processing tool, which now provides users more personalized estimates based on their date of application submission […]
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Parliamentary Secretary Bardeesy to discuss artificial intelligence innovation at TECH7 Summit
Karim Bardeesy, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Industry, will attend the TECH7 Summit and participate in a fireside chat hosted by Michael Acedo, Vice-President, Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary at OpenText.
Newfoundland and Labrador’s most recent draw marks lowest number of invitations issued in 2025
On October 22, Newfoundland and Labrador issued invitations to provincial immigration candidates. Invitations were extended through the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP) and the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP). Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams Draw summary A total of 100 invitations were issued to NLPNP and AIP candidates through this selection round. […]
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Stream Canadian with the NFB in November: two new films explore personal and social issuesÂ
In November, keep streaming Canadian on NFB platforms! This month, two new, award-winning films—one documentary and one animated short—are available for free online.
Okanese First Nation Builds Early Learning Facility to Support Child Development and School Readiness
Today, Okanese First Nation is celebrating the grand opening of its newly-constructed Okanese Aboriginal Head Start On-Reserve Building—a vibrant, community-driven space dedicated to nurturing early childhood development and school readiness.
Tribunal Initiates InquiryâTruck Bodies from China
The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today initiated a preliminary injury inquiry into a complaint by Morgan Canada Corporation, of Bolton, Ontario, and Morgan Transit Corporation of Laval, Quebec, that they have suffered injury as a result of the dumping and subsidizing of truck bodies from China. The Tribunal’s inquiry is conducted pursuant to the Special Import Measures Act (SIMA) as a result of the initiation of dumping and subsidizing investigations by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA).
The Canadian Coast Guard announces the completion of the CCGS Baie de Gaspé and the start of the construction of the Near-Shore Fisheries Research Vessel
Media are invited to Chantier Naval Forillon. Member of Parliament Serge Cormier will celebrate the completion of the tenth and final Bay Class search and rescue vessel built by Chantier Naval Forillon, the Canadian Coast Guard Ship (CCGS) Baie de Gaspé, and the start of construction of the Near-Shore Fisheries Research Vessel.
Minister Fraser, Premier Eby, and Attorney General Sharma underscore collaboration behind Canadaâs new bail and sentencing reforms
The Government of Canada has taken action against the rise in crime by introducing sweeping reforms that would make bail laws stricter and sentencing laws tougher by targeting extortions and sexual offences.
Minister Hodgson to make funding announcements and give keynote addresses at Energy Innovation Forum and Atlantic Council Summit on the Future of Energy Security in Toronto
On October 29, 2025, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, will deliver remarks at the opening session of the Energy Innovation Forum in Toronto, co-hosted by the International Energy Agency and the Government of Canada. Minister Hodgson will also participate in a carbon dioxide removal announcement and announce support for a battery project.
Canadian Grain Commission will use surplus to avoid new fee increases
The Canadian Grain Commission will continue to use its surplus to cover budget shortfalls and avoid potential fee increases until 2028. This decision builds on previous measures to bring down costs for the Canadian grain sector while ensuring programs and services continue to deliver results to producers and industry.
Minister Fraser and Minister Wiebe to hold a press conference on providing support to first responders
The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, alongside the Honourable Matt Wiebe, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Manitoba, will hold a press conference on provisions in the Bail and Sentencing Reform Act providing support to first responders.
Itinerary: Canada hosting the G7 Energy and Environment Ministersâ Meeting and Ministerial on Climate Action
Media representatives are advised that the Honourable Julie Dabrusin, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, will co-host the G7 Energy and Environment Ministers’ Meeting in Toronto, Ontario, with the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources.
16 new projects in production at the National Film Board of Canada. Cross-country wave of bold new NFB storytelling.
The National Film Board of Canada (NFB) greenlit 16 productions and co-productions between January and September 2025.