Since April, the heightened risk and impacts have forced evacuations of more than 85,000 people, including over 45,000 people from 73 First Nations communities.
Immigration News
Canadian provincial immigration has whipsawed through 2025
Over the course of 2025, most provinces and territories in Canada saw an increase in the number of permanent residence nomination slots they received from the federal government. Only Ontario and Prince Edward Island have not received additional nominations, as of the time of writing. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams Under the Provincial […]
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Government of Canada to announce funding to help address the toxic drug and overdose crisis in Ontario
Maggie Chi, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Health, on behalf of the Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, will make an important announcement under the Emergency Treatment Fund and the Substance Use and Addictions Program.
Government of Canada and Canadian Alliance to End Homelessness work together to reduce homelessness
Far too many Canadians are struggling to find homes they can afford. Solving Canada’s housing crisis requires immediate action to bring down costs, cut red tape, and build homes more quickly. The Government of Canada is stepping up with a bold new approach to increase the supply of housing in Canada, and most recently launched Build Canada Homes, a new federal agency that will build and finance affordable housing at scale, while catalyzing a more productive homebuilding industry.
Backgrounder â List of Communities receiving funding through the first round of HRIF
The 16 communities receiving funding through HRIF are located in Newfoundland and Labrador, Prince Edward Island, Ontario and Alberta. The communities are receiving amounts between $100,000 to $1.4 million to implement a range of initiatives that will prevent people from falling into homelessness and accelerate people moving out of homelessness.
The Honourable Tim Hodgson G7 Remarks: IEA Energy Innovation Forum Keynote Address
Energy markets are being reshaped by geopolitical conflict, technological revolutions and the accelerating drive toward net zero. Citizens of the world require secure and affordable access to energy, investors are seeking clarity and confidence to deploy capital, and governments are working to deliver both climate ambition and economic growth.
Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Debert
Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Alana Hirtle, Member of Parliament for Cumberland–Colchester and Tim Bernard, Executive Director of the Mi’kmawey Debert Cultural Centre.
Canada opens G7 Energy and Environment Ministersâ Meeting
Today, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, and the Honourable Julie Dabrusin, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, opened the G7 Energy and Environment Ministers’ Meeting in Toronto, Ontario.
Minister Champagne clamps down on Driver Inc. scheme in Budget 2025
To restore fairness to the sector and ensure workers are receiving the benefits they deserve, Budget 2025 will provide $77.0 million over four years, starting in 2026-27, with ongoing funding of $19.2 million annually, for the Canada Revenue Agency to lift the moratorium on the penalties for failure to report fees for service transactions in the trucking industry and to implement a focused program that addresses non-compliance issues related to personal services businesses and reporting fees for service.
Canadian Armed Forces apologizes for history of systemic racism and racial discrimination
Today, General Jennie Carignan, Chief of the Defence Staff and Chief Warrant Officer Bob McCann, Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Chief Warrant Officer, delivered a formal apology to all current and former CAF members and their families who have experienced systemic racism, racial discrimination, and racial harassment in connection to their military service.
Combatting systemic racism and racial discrimination in the Defence Team
On October 30, 2025, the Chief of the Defence Staff, General Jennie Carignan, and the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Chief Warrant Officer (CWO) Bob McCann, delivered an apology on behalf of the CAF to current and former CAF members, as well as their families who have experienced systemic racism, racial discrimination, and racial harassment during their military service.
Secretary of State van Koeverden announces funding to celebrate Canadaâs sporting legacy
The Government of Canada announces historic support for Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame to preserve and celebrate the legacy of the country’s sporting heroes
IRCC issues 6,000 ITAs in third-largest Express Entry draw of the year
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 6,000 ITAs in a draw for candidates with French-language proficiency. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have: A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 416; and Created an Express […]
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The NFB at RIDM 2025. Two films in competition: Sophie Bédard Marcotteâs Jâai perdu de vue le paysage and Sinakson Trevor Solwayâs Siksikakowan: The Blackfoot Man.
The National Film Board of Canada will have two feature films in competition at the 28th Montreal International Documentary Festival (RIDM), which runs from November 20 to 30, 2025. The directors will be in attendance for the screenings.
The NFB at FICFA 2025. Two films in competition: François Pierre Breauâs Fernandâs Christmas, screening in the festâs opening program, and Martine Frossardâs Hypersensitive.
The National Film Board of Canada (NFB) returns to the Festival international du cinéma francophone en Acadie (FICFA), taking place November 18 to 23, 2025, in Greater Moncton, with two short films screening in competition.
Seizure of contraband items at Bowden Institution
On October 22 and 23, 2025, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, packages containing contraband items were seized at Bowden Institution, a multi-level security federal institution.
Media Advisory: Minister Robertson to speak to the Canadian Alliance to end homelessness
The Honourable Gregor Robertson, Minister of Housing and Infrastructure, will deliver remarks to the Canadian Alliance to End Homelessness at the National Conference on Ending Homelessness.
Supporting the Department for Women and Gender Equality
Since its establishment in 2018, the Department for Women and Gender Equality (WAGE) has empowered women and 2SLGBTQI+ people through programs that enhance meaningful participation in our economy.
Minister Champagne announces funding to advance equality, and build safer, more inclusive communities across Canada
We are building our economy with major projects and millions more homes, we are empowering Canadians with lower costs and new opportunities to help you get ahead, and we are protecting our communities and our country.
Credit Scores in Canada: Helpful Tips for Newcomers
Starting life in Canada is exciting – and it may mean learning a few new things about money. One of them is understanding your credit score. A credit score is a three-digit number from your credit report that shows how you have managed credit. Lenders and businesses refer to it when deciding whether to approve […]
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Assault of an inmate at Pacific Institutionâs Regional Treatment Centre
On October 25, 2025, an inmate was the victim of an assault at Pacific Institution’s Regional Treatment Centre, a multi level federal institution.
Canada to host G7 Energy and Environment Ministersâ Meeting in Toronto
On October 30–31, 2025, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, will co-host the G7 Energy and Environment Ministers’ Meeting (EEMM) in Toronto with the Honourable Julie Dabrusin, Minister of Environment and Climate Change.
Express Entry pool grows more competitive despite fewer profiles
As of October 26, the Express Entry pool contained over 2,700 fewer candidate profiles than it did on September 28. Despite a drop in total profiles, the pool has continued to grow more competitive as the number of higher-scoring candidates increased once again—most notably by 1,466 in the 501 to 600 range. From September 28 […]
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Canada advances energy innovation with major investments in carbon technologies and AI solutions
Today, in support of its 2025 G7 Presidency, Canada co-hosted the second annual Energy Innovation Forum with the International Energy Agency. The Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, welcomed experts from governments, major companies, startups, researchers, international finance and venture capital investors to discuss the opportunities, challenges and partnerships needed to scale up innovative energy technologies and maximize their contribution to global energy systems and security.
Canada advances energy innovation with major investments in carbon technologies and AI solutions
The Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced more than $11 million toward cutting-edge, made-in-Canada carbon utilization and storage technologies.