The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that the Honourable Robert Oliphant, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, will visit the Republic of Moldova, as well as Bosnia and Herzegovina, from July 8 to 12, 2025.
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Minister Sidhu meets with Alberta counterpart and industry leaders to discuss trade, innovation and investment
The Honourable Maninder Sidhu, Minister of International Trade, spent 3 days in Calgary, Alberta, working with provincial leaders and business representatives to strengthen trade and investment opportunities for Canadian businesses.
HMC Ships Edmonton and Yellowknife Depart for NATO Mine Countermeasures Mission in Europe
Today, His Majesty’s Canadian Ships (HMCS) Edmonton and Yellowknife departed Halifax to begin their deployment on Operation REASSURANCE, where they will join Standing NATO Mine Countermeasures Group One (SNMCMG1).
Canada postpones removal of study programs from PGWP eligibility
Canada’s immigration department has announced a grace period for the removal of many study programs from eligibility for post-graduation work permits (PGWPs). Study programs which had initially been removed from eligibility effective 25 June, 2025 will remain on the list of eligible fields of study until “early 2026,” according to an update to that Immigration, […]
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Breaking ground on CFB Trentonâs new Strategic Tanker Transport Capability
Today, the Honourable David McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, participated in a groundbreaking ceremony Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Trenton to mark the start of construction on a major infrastructure project that will support the Strategic Tanker Transport Capability (STTC) project.
Change of Command of the Royal Canadian Air ForceÂ
Members of the media are invited to attend a ceremony marking the Change of Command of the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) where authority will be transferred from Lieutenant-General (LGen) Eric Kenny to LGen Jamie Speiser-Blanchet. General Jennie Carignan, Chief of the Defence Staff, will preside over the ceremony.
Backgrounder â Arts and Culture Projects in Alberta Receiving Support through the Canada Cultural Spaces Fund and the Canada Arts Training Fund
In addition to the investments announced today by David Myles...
The Government of Canada invests $1.35 million in Calgaryâs National accessArts Centre
Parliamentary Secretary David Myles announces multi-year funding for infrastructure and training at Canada’s oldest and largest disability arts organization
Minister Fraser to speak at Mil-Aero event unveiling expansion plans
Minister Fraser to speak at Mil-Aero event unveiling expansion plans
What you need to know about applying for your first Canadian passport
When naturalized as a Canadian citizen, you don’t automatically receive a Canadian passport. You must apply for one. If you happen to be applying or are thinking about applying for your first Canadian passport, knowing what to expect, what documents are needed and where you need to submit them can go a long way. Schedule […]
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Minister Anand to travel to Japan and Malaysia to strengthen Indo-Pacific partnerships
The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that she will visit Japan and Malaysia this week to deepen Canada’s strategic partnerships in the Indo-Pacific region, which play a critical role in shaping Canada’s future.
Procurement Ombud to hold a press conference on Top 5 solutions to improve federal procurement
Procurement Ombud to hold a press conference on Top 5 solutions to improve federal procurement
Alberta holds two draws inviting candidates for provincial immigration
The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) has held two more draws, inviting candidates to apply for provincial nomination. Both draws focused on candidates in specific priority sectors. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams Summary of draws, 20-25 June The AAIP held two draws in the last 10 days of June. The draws were held […]
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Statement by Minister Freeland on the twelfth anniversary of the Lac-Mégantic tragedy
The Minister of Transport and Internal Trade, the Honourable Chrystia Freeland, today issued the following statement to mark the twelve years that have passed since the Lac-Mégantic tragedy:
Escape from Archambault Institution, minimum-security unit
On July 5, 2025, during the 10 p.m. count in the minimum-security unit at Archambault Institution, a multi-level security federal institution, staff members discovered that Lory Bill Germa was not accounted for.
What are my immigration options now that the PEQ is closed?
Foreign nationals who may have lost their chance to immigrate to Canada through the Quebec Experience Program (PEQ) are not without other immigration options. On 5 June, Quebec’s immigration authority suspended the PEQ–worker stream pathway to permanent residency (PR) until November 30, 2025. Foreign nationals who have not yet applied through the PEQ will need […]
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Death of an inmate from Drumheller Institution
On July 4, 2025, Donald Pepper, an inmate from Drumheller Institution, died while in our custody.
Detection of Dermo in oysters in Prince Edward Island
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has confirmed the presence of the aquatic animal disease Dermo (also known as Perkinsosis) in oyster samples collected in Egmont Bay, Prince Edward Island (PEI). Dermo does not pose a risk to human health or food safety, but it can cause increased oyster mortality and decreased growth rates. This is the first confirmed case of Dermo in PEI.
Detections of MSX and Dermo in oysters in Quebec
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has confirmed the presence of the aquatic animal diseases multinucleate sphere unknown (MSX) and Dermo (also known as Perkinsosis) in oyster samples collected in Chaleur Bay, Québec.
Statistics Canada publishes 2026 Census questions Â
Statistics Canada is pleased to announce that the questions for the 2026 Census of Population and the 2026 Census of Agriculture have been published .
Brokenhead Ojibway Nation and Canada announce new Addition to Reserve in Manitoba
Adding land to reserves contributes to First Nations development of healthier, more sustainable communities, which benefits both their own and neighbouring communities.
Minister of National Defence to visit 8 Wing Trenton
The Honourable David McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, will visit 8 Wing Trenton alongside Chris Malette, Member of Parliament for Bay of Quinte, to mark the start of construction on a major new infrastructure project supporting Canada’s Strategic Tanker Transport Capability, strengthening Canada’s operational reach at home and abroad.
Government of Canada expanding high-speed Internet access in Saskatchewan
Federal investment of up to $105 million will connect more than 6,500 homes
Government of Canada to bring high-speed Internet access to Saskatchewan communities
Government of Canada to bring high-speed Internet access to Saskatchewan communities
Backgrounder: Canada Invests in Carbon Capture and Storage in Alberta
Today, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced more than $21.5 million toward cutting-edge, made-in-Canada carbon capture, utilization and storage technologies — from advancing CO2 storage sites and subsurface analysis technologies to cleaner diesel engines.