This temporary trade measure will help stabilize the Canadian steel market by addressing the risk that steel originally destined for the United States is redirected to Canada. The combination of tariffs imposed by the U.S. on all steel imports and global overcapacity, caused by non-market practices, has led many exporters to seek new markets. This measure helps manage that pressure without disrupting supply for Canadian users.

The Government of Canada announced the implementation of tariff rate quotas (TRQs) on imports of steel mill products from non-free trade agreement partners, effective June 27, 2025. This measure will help stabilize the Canadian market and prevent harmful diversion of foreign steel from third countries into Canada while minimizing impacts on Canadian importers and downstream users.

Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) has increased the wage thresholds for employers and foreign nationals applying under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP). This change determines which stream of the TFWP foreign nationals may be eligible under as well as the ability of their employers to apply for the necessary Labour Market Impact Assessments […]

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In response to Canada's vibrant space sector's need for continued access to specialized space testing services in Canada, the Government of Canada is announcing that MacDonald, Dettwiler and Associates Corporation will be taking over the operations of the David Florida Laboratory in Ottawa.

Today, the Minister of Health, Marjorie Michel, launched a 45-day public consultation on proposed changes to how Canada regulates precursor chemicals and devices such as pill presses and encapsulators that could be used in the illegal production of drugs. The consultation is open until August 12, 2025.

Today, Robert Ripcik, a 57-year-old resident of Beausejour, Manitoba, was sentenced to five years imprisonment for firearms-related offences along with a 10-year firearm prohibition and ordered to provide a DNA sample.

Today, federal Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Heath MacDonald and Saskatchewan Minister of Agriculture Daryl Harrison announced the Saskatchewan Crop Insurance Corporation (SCIC) is implementing measures to offer support to producers facing this year’s challenging dry conditions.

Yesterday, the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, concluded a successful visit to Latvia, where he met with Latvian Minister of Defence Andris Sprūds...

Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise the public that the following bridges will be closed from Tuesday, July 1, at 6 am, to Wednesday, July 2, at 2 am, to accommodate Canada Day activities.

Minister Tim HodgsonSpeech to the Toronto Region Board of Trade

Government of Canada marks Canadian Multiculturalism Day.

Kick-off Canada Day with Parks Canada at Signal Hill National Historic Site for the annual sunrise event

Today, the Communications Security Establishment Canada (CSE) released its unclassified Annual Report for 2024 to 2025.

As of May 31, there were 802,000 applications in Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)’s backlog. Considering that there were 760,200 applications that remained in the backlog towards the end of April, this shows an increase of 5.5%. Consult with an experienced immigration representative This is the first time there has been a surge in […]

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Small craft harbours are the heart of coastal communities, bringing people together for both work and leisure. Investing in infrastructure is essential to strengthen local commercial and recreational fisheries and provide reliable and safe harbours for their users.

Canada’s immigration department will establish a new pathway to permanent residence (PR) and will work toward launching a new work permit stream, according to its 2025-2026 Departmental Plan. The Plan, published on 20 June, 2025, says that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will Launch a new permanent pathway to PR by making the Economic […]

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Today, Bill C-5, the One Canadian Economy Act, received Royal Assent. This legislation is key to building a stronger, more united Canada by supercharging productivity, economic growth, and competitiveness.

Bill C-5, the One Canadian Economy: An Act to enact the Free Trade and Labour Mobility in Canada Act and the Building Canada Act, received Royal Assent on June 26, 2025.

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 3,000 ITAs in a draw for Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have: A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 521; and Created an […]

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Canada’s immigration system is one of the most robust and welcoming in the world but navigating it can be challenging. Every year, thousands of applicants submit their credentials, work experience, and supporting documentation in hopes of building a new life here. Ensuring the authenticity of these documents is critical to avoiding legal issues in the […]

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Parks Canada launches international design competition for a new visitor reception and community hub in Banff National Park. International design competition will result in a conceptual design for the 200-Block of Banff Avenue Redevelopment Project.

CSIS publishes first annual Addressing Misconduct and Wrongdoing at CSIS Report

SMEs to adopt AI with help from new Toronto Region Board of Trade program

At approximately 8:30 p.m.on June 25, 2025, inmate Jason Vanwyck was apprehended by the Winnipeg Police Service.

The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing up to $5 million to help make community grazing pastures in Ontario more productive and resilient.