These targeted investments will help seven Alberta businesses and organizations in various sectors navigate a rapidly evolving economic landscape
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Backgrounder: Minister Olszewski announces support to help Alberta businesses diversify, scale up and thrive
PrairiesCan is investing $10,901,711 in repayable and non-repayable funding for seven projects in Alberta through the Business Scale-up and Productivity (BSP) program, the Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative (RAII), and the Regional Homebuilding Innovation Initiative (RHII).
Defence Minister McGuinty to visit Latvia
The Honourable David McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, will make his inaugural visit to Latvia from June 25 to 26, 2025.
Statement by Minister Guilbeault on la Fête nationale du Québec
Government of Canada celebrates la Fête nationale du Québec.
Assault of an inmate at Matsqui Institution
On June 20, 2025, an inmate was the victim of an assault at Matsqui Institution, a medium security federal institution.
Statement by Minister Guilbeault on Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
The Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture and Minister responsible for Official Languages, wishes Francophones and Francophiles in Canada an excellent Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
These are the top universities in Canada, according to the 2026 QS World University Rankings
Four Canadian universities have earned spots among the world’s top 100, according to a new global university ranking. According to the 2026 QS World University Rankings, McGill has overtaken University of Toronto as the top-ranked Canadian university. Join the Angus Reid Forum and get $5 in points Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) are global higher education experts […]
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Government of Canada to announce support for artificial intelligence-driven health care solutions
The Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, will make an important announcement in support for AI-driven health care solutions.
CBSA seizes 187 kg of cocaine at the Blue Water Bridge
The Canada Border Services Agency announced today a significant seizure of cocaine at the Blue Water Bridge port of entry in Point Edward, Ontario.
Department of Finance briefs industry stakeholders on Canadaâs response to U.S. tariffs
Yesterday, the Deputy Minister of Finance, Chris Forbes, hosted a briefing with Canadian industry and labour stakeholders on Canada-United States (U.S.) economic issues. Senior officials from the Embassy of Canada in the U.S., also joined the call.
Joint Statement on the Visit to Ottawa of His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates
The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, hosted His Highness, Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), for a visit to Canada from June 19 to 20, 2025. The visit reaffirmed the shared commitment of Canada and the UAE to deepen bilateral cooperation across trade, investment, innovation, people-to-people ties, international development, and regional peace and security.
Canada extends more invitations to PNP candidates in latest Express Entry draw
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 503 ITAs in a draw for Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have: A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 742; and Created an […]
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Recapture of Inmate from Archambault Institution â Minimum-Security Unit
At approximately 3:40 p.m. on June 23, 2025, inmate Richard Plourde was apprehended by the Sûreté du Québec.
Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Drummond Institution
On June 14, 2025, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, a package containing contraband and unauthorized items was seized at Drummond Institution, a medium security federal institution.
Minister Anand will hold a virtual call back from the 2025 NATO and Canada-EU Summits
June 24, 2025 – The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will hold a virtual press conference while she is in Europe for the Canada-European Union (EU) Summit and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Summit.
Death of an inmate from Millhaven Institutionâs Regional Treatment Centre
On June 23, 2025, Sheridon Drennan, an inmate from Millhaven Institution’s Regional Treatment Centre, died while in our custody of apparent natural causes.
Planning summer travels? The CBSA gives tips for a smooth trip into Canada
The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) reminds travellers to plan ahead when crossing the border this summer.
Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Quebec City
Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with the Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement and Member of Parliament for Louis-Hébert, the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Member of Parliament for Québec-Centre, Steeve Lavoie, Member of Parliament for Beauport-Limoilou, Moctar Sidibé, director for The Jacques Cartier and Champlain Bridges Incorporated and Maude Mercier-Larouche, City Councillor for Québec City.
Canadaâs Ongoing Efforts to Improve HR and Pay and Support Federal Public Servants
The Government of Canada is committed to supporting employees and resolving outstanding pay issues for federal public servants, while working to improve their overall human resources (HR) and pay experience.
Minister Olszewski to announce support to enhance business productivity in Alberta
The Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan), will announce federal investments to bolster the global competitiveness and productivity at cutting-edge Alberta businesses in fields like manufacturing, agri-food, technology and health sciences.
New Brunswick holds PNP draws
On June 16 and 17, the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP) held four draws, inviting candidates through two immigration streams and four pathways. This month has seen more NBPNP draws than any other in 2025 thus far. To date in 2025, New Brunswick has invited 2,015 candidates through its PNP. Assess your eligibility for […]
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Seizure of contraband at Bath InstitutionÂ
On June 17, 2025, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, a package containing contraband was seized at Bath Institution, a medium security federal institution.
Escape from Stony Mountain Institution, minimum-security unit
On June 23, 2025, staff members at Stony Mountain Institution, a multi-level security federal institution, discovered that Jason David Vanwyck was not accounted for.
Minister Hodgson to Provide Keynote Address in Toronto
TORONTO — The Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, will provide a keynote address and take part in a fireside chat with the Toronto Regional Board of Trade.
Escape from Archambault Institution, minimum-security unit
On June 22, 2025, during the 11 p.m. count in the minimum-security unit at Archambault Institution, a multi-level security federal institution, staff members discovered that Richard Plourde was not accounted for.