The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs; the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence; the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety; and the Honourable Jill McKnight, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, today issued the following statement:

Today, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, along with the Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, made the following statement:

To keep applicants informed, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) regularly updates its processing times to indicate how long applications usually take to be processed under normal circumstances. Some processing times are updated weekly, while others are updated monthly. Consult with an experienced immigration representative Processing times for an application type can increase or decrease […]

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On May 27, 2025, Robert Edgar, an inmate from Bath Institution’s Regional Treatment Centre, died while in our custody of apparent natural causes.

Today, the governments of Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Netherlands, New Zealand, Republic of Korea, United Kingdom and United States issued the following statement:

On July 1, Canadian culture, identity and pride will shine! Join the celebration!

Foreign nationals on closed work permits will continue to benefit from a COVID-era temporary public policy allowing them to change employers and/or occupations prior to obtaining a new work permit. Under this policy, a foreign worker on closed work permit can obtain authorization from Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to begin working for a […]

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Media are invited to learn about the program and artists performing at this year’s national Canada Day celebrations

The donation from the Government of Canada marks the end of Their Majesties’ visit to Canada

The Military Police Complaints Commission (MPCC) plays a vital role in investigating Military Police (MP) interference complaints, reviewing closed and concluded public complaints led by the Military Police at the request of complainants, and leading public interest investigations and hearings. The Canadian Forces Provost Marshal (CFPM) is fully committed to, and supportive of the MPCC’s mandate, within the legislative framework afforded under Part IV of the National Defence Act.

CBSA seizes 1.73 kg of fentanyl and 59.73 kg of other narcotics during export-focused Operation Blizzard

1610 kg of cannabis intercepted by CBSA officers in Halifax

The Government of Canada recognizes the historic significance of Rockcliffe Park Historic District in Ottawa, Ontario. Located northeast of downtown Ottawa, this district is an example of suburban planning traditions of the late 19th century.

Federal, provincial and territorial Forum of Labour Market Ministers (FLMM) met virtually on Monday to discuss progress on their joint commitment to breaking down barriers to labour mobility as one of the strategies to mitigate the negative effects of tariffs and unlock the full economic potential of free trade within Canada. The meeting was co-chaired by the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Federal Minister of Jobs and Families and the Honourable Nolan Young, Minister of Labour, Skills and Immigration of Nova Scotia.

Canada allows and recognizes dual citizenship, so if you’re naturalized as a Canadian citizen, you might be able to retain your other citizenship(s). Whether you can retain your other citizenship(s) after having been naturalized will depend on the laws of the other country or countries of which you are a citizen. Schedule a Free Canadian […]

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CBSA Makes a Major Cannabis Seizure at the Montreal Marine and Rail Service

Today, the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, and the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families, announced $15 million to create 470 employment and skills training opportunities for youth across Canada in natural resources sectors including energy, forestry, mining, earth sciences and clean technology.

The National Film Board of Canada (NFB) is mourning the passing of distinguished animator and director Co Hoedeman, who died on May 26 in Montreal at the age of 84.

The Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), made the following statement on Menstrual Hygiene Day.

Veterans Affairs Canada will host a commemorative ceremony at the National War Memorial in Ottawa to mark the 25th anniversary of the entombment of Canada’s Unknown Soldier.

The Government of Canada is investing in federal science to strengthen the safety of air, rail, marine and pipeline transportation systems that Canadians rely on every day. As part of the Laboratories Canada strategy, the government is developing the new Transportation Safety and Technology Science (TSTS) hub, which will transform how federal scientists and investigators work together by bringing them under one roof.

Treasury Board President tables in Parliament the 2025–26 Main Estimates for the Government of Canada

The government is moving forward with the proposal to deliver tax relief for Canadians by reducing the lowest marginal personal income tax rate from 15 per cent to 14 per cent, effective July 1, 2025.

Government tables a Motion to bring down costs for Canadians

GST relief for first-time home buyers on new homes valued up to $1.5 million