Sherry Romanado, Member of Parliament for Longueuil—Charles-LeMoyne, and Peter Schiefke, Member of Parliament for Vaudreuil, on behalf of the Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, will make an announcement to support access to health services in English for Anglophone communities in Quebec.
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Statement by Minister Anand on the release of Israeli hostages
The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement.
Housing and Infrastructure Announcement in Toronto
Members of the media are invited to an announcement with the Honourable Gregor Robertson, Minister of Housing and Infrastructure and Minister responsible for Pacific Economic Development Canada, Her Worship Olivia Chow, Mayor of the City of Toronto, and Ana Bailão, Chief Executive Officer of Build Canada Homes.
Canada named among the top countries in the world in 2025 readers’ choice survey
Condé Nast Traveler readers have named their favourite countries around the world — and Canada earned a notable spot on the list. The results of the 2025 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards survey are out, and list Canada in tenth position, with a score of 90.94. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration […]
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Accessibility Standards Canada publishes Canadaâs first Plain Language Standard
Accessibility Standards Canada is pleased to announce the publication of the CAN-ASC-3.1:2025 Plain Language standard. This equity-based standard is the first National Standard of Canada on plain language.
Canada-India Joint Statement: Renewing momentum towards a stronger partnership
Today, Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and India’s Minister of External Affairs, Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, issued this joint statement.
Minister Sidhu advances trade priorities at G20 Trade and Investment Ministers Meeting
The Honourable Maninder Sidhu, Minister International Trade, has concluded his participation at the G20 Trade and Investment Ministerial Meeting, held in Gqeberha, South Africa.
Manitoba PNP invites over 800 skilled workers to apply for nominations
This week, Manitoba issued 862 invitations to skilled worker candidates through the Skilled Worker stream of the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP). Candidates were invited under both the Skilled Worker in Manitoba and Skilled Worker Overseas pathways, in an occupation-specific draw and employer-driven selection, respectively. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams MPNP draw results […]
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Alberta holds three provincial immigration draws, issues over 1,300 invitations
In the span of one week, the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) conducted three draws, one of which was its second largest in 2025 thus far. Among those invited were Express Entry candidates in tech occupations, and in-demand sectors being prioritized by the province. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams Summary of draws Between […]
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What travel history do I have to disclose in my Canadian citizenship application?
When applying for Canadian citizenship through naturalization, you will need to detail your travel history and any immigration statuses you have held—not just for the past five years, but for your entire life. Failure to provide a complete and accurate travel history can result in delays or complications to your citizenship application. The need to […]
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Minister Sidhu meets with Singaporeâs Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade and Industry
This week, the Honourable Maninder Sidhu, Minister of International Trade, met with Gan Kim Yong, Singapore’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade and Industry in South Africa.
Minister Sidhu speaks with Indiaâs Minister of Commerce and Industry
Today, the Honourable Maninder Sidhu, Minister of International Trade, spoke with Piyush Goyal, India’s Minister of Commerce and Industry.
Minister Anand will hold a virtual call back from India
October 10, 2025 – The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will hold a media call-back by teleconference from India.
Six more regions added to low-wage LMIA processing freeze starting October 10
The federal government has released its next quarterly list of census metropolitan areas (CMAs) in Canada where low-wage Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIAs) will not be processed. In total 32 CMAs have been listed as regions where LMIAs will not be processed this quarter. This is an increase from the previous quarter of the year […]
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Minister Anand to travel to India, Singapore and China
Today, the Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced she will travel to India, Singapore and China from October 12 to October 17 to advance bilateral relations and cooperation with these countries as part of Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy.
Tribunal Initiates Final Injury InquiryâCast Iron Soil Pipe from China
The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today initiated an inquiry to determine whether the dumping and subsidizing of cast iron soil pipe, originating in or exported from the People’s Republic of China, have caused injury or retardation or are threatening to cause injury. This final injury inquiry was initiated further to a notice received from the Canada Border Services Agency stating that preliminary determinations had been made respecting the dumping and subsidizing of the above-mentioned goods.
Tribunal Initiates Expiry ReviewâOil Country Tubular Goods from China
The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today initiated an expiry review of its order made on December 10, 2020, in expiry review RR-2019-005, to determine if the expiry of the order is likely to lead to continued or resumed dumping or subsidizing of oil country tubular goods from China and is likely to result in injury to the domestic industry.
Samuel De Champlain Bridge: Special Illumination to celebrate Thanksgiving
On October 13, the Samuel De Champlain Bridge will be lit up in fall colours from sunset to 9:30 p.m. to celebrate Thanksgiving.
The Department of National Defence to highlight housing initiatives across Canada
On behalf of the Honourable David McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, the Honourable Stephanie McLean, Secretary of State (Seniors), will hold an announcement on October 16 regarding the work underway on several hundred residential housing units across Canada to help meet the housing needs of the Canadian Armed Forces and their families.
National Film Board of Canada launches TopDocs, a global FAST channel for premium documentary content. New FAST channel from Canadaâs leader in documentary storytelling.
The National Film Board of Canada (NFB) is launching TopDocs, a new FAST (free ad-supported streaming television) channel showcasing curated documentary content from its acclaimed catalogue of over 6,000 titles.
Manitoba secures increase in immigration allocation
Manitoba will now be able to nominate more foreign nationals for permanent residence (PR). The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) has successfully lobbied the federal government to raise its immigrant nomination allocation in 2025, claiming an additional 1,489 nomination spots. This change brings the province’s total nomination allocation for this year to 6,239 nomination spots. […]
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Samuel De Champlain Bridge: Special Illumination for World Mental Health Day
Tonight, the Samuel De Champlain Bridge will be lit up in lime green from sunset to 9:30 p.m. for World Mental Health Day.
Minister Solomon to visit the United Arab Emirates and Qatar
Minister Solomon to visit the United Arab Emirates and Qatar
Joint statement: Shadow Fleet Task Force
On October 8, 2025, Canada and Denmark convened a meeting of the Shadow Fleet Task Force. The following statement was jointly decided by participating members of the G7 and the Nordic-Baltic 8++: Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Estonia, European Union, Finland, France, Germany, Iceland, Italy, Japan, Latvia, Lithuania, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Sweden, and the United Kingdom:
Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at the Federal Training CentreÂ
On October 7, 2025, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were sized at the Federal Training Centre, a multi-level security federal institution.