The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, will deliver the keynote address at Canada’s Competition Summit 2025, an annual conference hosted by the Competition Bureau.
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CBSA investigation in Windsor leads to charges and seizure of 48 firearms, 30 conversion devices, and 17k rounds of ammo
The Canada Border Services Agency announced today that an arrest has been made following an investigation by the CBSA Ontario Firearms Smuggling Enforcement Team.
Minister Fraser orders Canadaâs first post-mortem conviction review in Manitoba case
For the first time in Canada, the Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada has ordered a new appeal following a post-mortem conviction review in the case of Russell Woodhouse. After an in-depth review, the Minister found reasonable grounds to conclude that a miscarriage of justice likely occurred in Mr. Woodhouse’s 1974 conviction. The order returns the case to the courts for the new information to be considered.
Minister Guilbeault participates in the World Conference of Ministers of Culture in the age of artificial intelligence, digital transformation, and climate change
The Government of Canada addresses key challenges for the future of culture
smartEarth: Using satellite data to preserve Canada's natural heritage
Twenty Canadian companies, eight of which collaborate with Indigenous organizations, will develop projects to address issues such as declining species populations, habitat degradation, deteriorating water quality and forest disturbance.
Government of Canada lists the Bishnoi Gang as a terrorist entity
Acts of violence and terror have no place in Canada, especially those that target specific communities to create a climate of fear and intimidation.
Minister Hajdu to announce further Government of Canada support for the steel industry
The Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario, on behalf of the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance and National Revenue, will make an important announcement to support Canada’s steel industry. This announcement stems from the Government of Canada’s comprehensive suite of measures to help protect, stabilize and pivot the Canadian manufacturing economy and steel sector amid global uncertainty.
New Brunswick issues over 1,000 invitations for provincial nomination
The New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NB PNP) held four draws between August 11 and 19, inviting a total of 1,052 candidates to apply for provincial nomination for permanent residence. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams Invitations were issued through the New Brunswick Skilled Worker stream, and the New Brunswick Express Entry stream. New […]
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Alberta issues over 1,000 invitations to candidates in latest PNP draws
Alberta’s Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) has held its biggest draw of the year. On September 12, the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) invited over 1,000 candidates to apply for provincial nomination through the Alberta Opportunity Stream. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams In addition, it held two more draws in the following week. In […]
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Protecting Canadians during Salmonella outbreak: Canadian Food Inspection Agency temporarily bans imported pistachio products from Iran
Today, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) announced it will implement a temporary restriction on imports of pistachios and pistachio-containing products from Iran as a precautionary measure to protect Canadians from the risk of Salmonella infection.
TÅilhqotâin Nation, Canada and British Columbia extend coordination agreement advancing First Nations-led child and family services
The Tŝilhqot’in Nation Nitsilʔin-Qi (Council of Chiefs) together with the Honourable Mandy Gull-Masty, federal Minister of Indigenous Services and the Honourable Jodie Wickens, B.C. Minister of Children and Family Development, are proud to announce the signing of an amendment to the coordination agreement with the Tŝilhqot’in Nation, building on earlier commitments and advancing the Nation’s jurisdiction over its child and family services, grounded in Tŝilhqot’in law, values and traditions.
Minister Anand meets with Polish counterpart
The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, met with Radosław Sikorski, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Poland, on the margins of the UN General Assembly in New York City, New York.
Is study, work, and immigrate still a viable route to Canadian permanent residency?
Canada’s Express Entry pool has grown more competitive in 2024 and 2025, leading some to question whether studying in Canada is still a reliable pathway to permanent residency (PR). In fact, having studied in Canada provides significant advantages when seeking PR. Discover your options to study in Canada The increased competition for Express Entry invitations […]
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Statement from Minister Valdez on World Tourism Day
The Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), shared the following message with Canadians
Minister Anand meets with Ukraineâs foreign minister at United Nations General Assembly
The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, met yesterday with Andrii Sybiha, Ukraine’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, to discuss Canada’s continued support for Ukraine in the face of Russia’s ongoing war of aggression.
Minister Anand meets with New Zealandâs Minister of Foreign Affairs
The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, met with Winston Peters, New Zealand’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, at the United Nations General Assembly in New York City, New York.
Minister Anand meets with Republic of Koreaâs Minister of Foreign Affairs
The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, met yesterday with Cho Hyun, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea, at the United Nations General Assembly in New York City, New York.
Parliamentary Secretary Naqvi strengthens Canadaâs trade and investment ties with Association of Southeast Asian Nations
This week, Yasir Naqvi, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of International Trade and to the Secretary of State (International Development), concluded his participation in the Fourteenth Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Economic Ministers-Canada Consultation, in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Government of Canada launches AI Strategy Task Force and public engagement on the development of the next AI strategy
Public feedback and stakeholder engagement will inform strategy for Canada to be an AI leader
Protecting Windsor auto workers
Minister Valdez outlines federal tariff-response supports to keep workers employed and help businesses adapt
Minister Anand meets with Mark Rutte, NATO Secretary General Â
The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, met with Mark Rutte, NATO Secretary General, on the margins of the UN General Assembly in New York City, New York.
Government of Canada invests in training for Canadaâs evolving low-carbon workforce
The transition to a low-carbon economy is accelerating, and with it comes the need for a highly skilled workforce to support Canada’s energy sector. That is why the Government of Canada is investing in training opportunities to better equip workers with the skills needed to thrive in sustainable industries.
Samuel De Champlain Bridge: Special Illumination for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
On September 30, the Samuel De Champlain Bridge will be lit up in orange from sunset to 9:30 p.m. for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
Statement on protection of journalists in Gaza
The governments of Australia, Belgium, Canada, Chile, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Qatar, Slovenia, Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom issued the following statement: “On September 24, during the High-Level Week of the United Nations General Assembly, France, along with Reporters Without Borders, organized an event dedicated to the situation of journalists in Gaza. At the end of this event, this statement was endorsed by 21 countries:
Federal government invests in energy and building upgrades for community hub in Edmonton
The Canora Community League will benefit from building improvements and energy efficient upgrades after an investment of $679,513 from the federal government.