A Milestone in Realizing a Vision for Canadian Leadership in Arctic Science New exhibition about Indigenous Knowledge App opens at Canadian High Arctic Research Station
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Competition Bureau publishes competitor property controls guidance
The guidance provides Canadians transparency on the Bureau’s enforcement approach to competitor property controls under the Competition Act. The Bureau will continue to revise its approach as it gains more experience, as circumstances change, or as the law continues to evolve.
Adam Scott to the Canadian Telecom Summit
Its apt because a triangle is a remarkably stable structure, and one where each of the sides supports, and is supported by, the two others. So I will touch on each corner in turn, describing the work we are doing on each at the CRTC, and show how we are promoting competition and consumer empowerment as foundational blocks that hold up our policy triangle.
New bill would rein in asylum claims
Many foreign nationals will become ineligible to apply for asylum in Canada, should a newly-tabled bill become law. Under the proposed legislation, a foreign national would be ineligible to claim refugee protection if they entered Canada after June 24, 2020, and make the claim more than one year after their day of entry. Consult with […]
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LaSalle Causeway: Temporary closures for marine openings
Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) wishes to advise the public that the LaSalle Causeway will be fully closed to vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians to allow for the temporary opening of the main marine navigation channel
Annual report tracks Canadaâs progress toward addressing the national crisis of missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQI+ people
Violence against Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQI+ people is a national crisis that must end.
Minister McGuinty to travel to Brussels, Belgium to participate in the Ukraine Defense Contact Group and NATO Defence Ministersâ Meetings
The Honourable David McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, will travel to Brussels, Belgium from June 4 to 5, 2025, to meet with Allies and partners.
Government of Canada strengthens border security
A strong Canada means strong borders. Today, the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety introduced the Bill, the Strong Borders Act to strengthen our laws and keep Canadians safe.
The Strong Borders Act - Government of Canada strengthens border security
The Bill will strengthen our laws and keep Canadians safe by ensuring law enforcement has the right tools to keep our borders secure, combat transnational organized crime, stop the flow of illegal fentanyl, and crack down on money laundering.
When do immigrants to Canada begin buying homes?
Immigrants in Canada can work their way to homeownership and often do so at greater rates on average than the Canadian-born population. A recent study by Statistics Canada examines the typical journey of immigrants to homeownership and the various stages it entails. Subscribe and get our FREE Newcomer’s Guide to Canada Findings and trends in […]
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British Columbia issues invitations under entrepreneur streams
The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) has issued more invitations to apply (ITAs) to foreign nationals wishing to immigrate to the province. Candidates were issued ITAs based on their willingness to start a new business or purchase a pre-existing business in the province, among other factors. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams […]
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Canada holds first Express Entry draw under new Immigration Minister
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 277 ITAs to candidates in a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have: A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 726; and Created an […]
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Pictou County in Nova Scotia announces priority sectors and occupations for rural PR pathway
Pictou County has released its list of priority sectors and occupations under the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP). Located a two-hour drive from Halifax, Pictou County’s RCIP designated area includes Pictou Landing First Nation, the Municipality of Pictou County, and the towns of New Glasgow, Pictou, Stellarton, Trenton, and Westville. Assess your eligibility for the […]
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Minister Anandasangaree to announce new measures to strengthen border security
Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, for a press conference on new measures to strengthen border security.
IRCC changes rules for maintained status
Canada’s immigration department has changed the rules around maintained status in the event that a temporary resident submits more than one application. Under the new rules, if a temporary resident submits a subsequent application for extension while they are on maintained status, and their initial application is refused, the applicant’s authorized period of stay will […]
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Claresholm announces RCIP designated employers and reveals who’s hiring now
Claresholm in Alberta has revealed its list of designated employers under the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP). Under the RCIP, a foreign national must have a job offer from a designated employer in a participating community in order to apply for permanent residence (PR). Assess your eligibility for the RCIP The town of Claresholm is […]
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Death of an inmate from Regional Psychiatric CentreÂ
On June 2, 2025, Barry Nygren an inmate from Regional Psychiatric Centre, died while in our custody of apparent natural causes.
Tribunal Continues OrderâThermoelectric Containers from China
The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today continued its order made on September 5, 2019, in expiry review RR 2018 004, concerning the dumping and subsidizing of certain thermoelectric containers originating in or exported from China.
Canadian soldier of the First World War identified
The Department of National Defence (DND) and the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) have identified a previously unknown First World War grave in Adanac Military Cemetery in Miraumont, France, as that of Captain William Webster Wilson, a Canadian soldier. The identification was confirmed through historical and archival research.
June 2025: State of the Express Entry pool
After a quiet April, Express Entry draws have seen an uptick of activity over the month of May. In May, there were 2,511 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) issued across four draws, more than double the number of ITAs issued the month prior. Calculate your CRS score on CV+ This article will review The draws that […]
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Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador Move to Unlock Economic Potential of Offshore Wind
Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador Move to Unlock Economic Potential of Offshore Wind
Statement from Minister McGuinty on Canadian Armed Forces Day
The Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, issued the following statement today in recognition of Canadian Armed Forces Day:
Joint Statement by Ministers Alty, Chartrand, Gull-Masty, and Guilbeault on National Indigenous History Month
Today marks the start of National Indigenous History Month, a time to honour and celebrate the unique histories and diverse cultures of First Nations, Inuit and Métis.
Manitoba invites more foreign skilled workers to apply for provincial nomination
This week, Manitoba held another round of invitations for skilled workers outside of Canada to apply for a provincial nomination. Candidates were invited by the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) based on their skilled work experience, candidate ranking scores, and participation in special initiatives. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams MPNP draw results On […]
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Statement by Minister Guilbeault on Portuguese Heritage Month
The Government of Canada issues a statement to mark Portuguese Heritage Month