Today, the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission announced the independent Commission’s decision to renew Ontario Power Generation Inc.’s power reactor operating licence for its Darlington Nuclear Generating Station for a period of 20 years.
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Transport Canada announces funding to address underwater vessel noise impacts on marine mammals
Indigenous communities share ties to Canada’s coasts that span generations. Through the Quiet Vessel Initiative, the Government of Canada is providing funding to coastal Indigenous communities in southern British Columbia to better understand and reduce underwater vessel noise and protect the marine environment.
Transport Canada announces funding to address underwater vessel noise impacts on marine mammals
The Government of Canda recognizes that underwater vessel noise can have a significant impact on marine mammals, including endangered species such as the Southern Resident killer whale.
Business Insurance in Canada: A Guide for Newcomers
Are you starting a new business in Canada? Congratulations – that’s something to be proud of! As you embrace this new venture, you’ll be navigating new systems and taking on more responsibilities, all while exploring a new business environment. For newcomers, understanding how to protect the business you’ve worked hard to build is an important […]
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Minister Valdez to highlight federal supports for auto workers impacted by U.S. tariffs and trade disruptions
The Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary of State (Small Business and Tourism), will highlight support measures for the automotive industry and workers impacted by tariffs.
Government of Canada instructs Canada Post to begin transformation
Today, the Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement, issued the following statement: “Canada Post is a national institution, older than our country itself, that has been serving Canadians for more than 150 years. For generations, postal workers have connected communities in every corner of the country, providing an essential lifeline to hundreds of northern, Indigenous, and rural communities. Canadians continue to rely on it today, and it remains a vital public service.
Minister MacDonald to highlight federal support to expand trade into high-growth regions across Canada and the world
The Honourable Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, will host a roundtable with members of the Prince Edward Island agriculture, fisheries, and aquaculture industries to discuss recently announced investments that will fund activities to reduce trade barriers and seize new opportunities domestically and abroad.
Minister Solomon to speak on mission to make Canada AI and quantum strong
The Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, will be speaking at the Empire Club of Canada on Building the Economy of the Future and the AI Nation—The Urgent Mission to Make Canada AI and Quantum Strong.
Chief Mountain port of entry closes for the season
Chief Mountain, Alberta port of entry closes for the season on September 30, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. MST.
Government of Canada invests in training opportunities for Canadaâs evolving low-carbon workforce
The Honourable Rebecca Alty, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, will be in Yellowknife to highlight a federal investment through the Sustainable Jobs Training Fund to support the Sustainable North: Our Workforce (SNOW).
Secretary of State Stephanie McLean announces support for Indigenous cultural and leadership programming in Victoria
Canadian Heritage invests in Indigenous leadership in arts, culture and reconciliation efforts across southern Vancouver Island
Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Grand-Bouctouche
Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Benoît Bourque, Deputy Speaker of the Legislative Assembly, on behalf of the Honourable Gilles LePage, Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Minister responsible for the Regional Development Corporation and His Worship Aldéo Saulnier, Mayor of Grand-Bouctouche.
IRCC backlog continues to increase, study permit backlog surges
As of August 31, 958,850 applications remained in Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada’s (IRCC) backlog. Considering that the backlog at the end of the month prior was 901,700, this marks yet another month with the backlog increasing. Consult with an experienced immigration representative For context, here is a look at the backlog over the last […]
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Temporary resident arrivals in Canada continue to decline
Arrivals of temporary residents have declined significantly in July 2025, with worker arrivals down 37% and student arrivals down 55%, compared to July 2024.* According to the latest data from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), 18,500 new workers arrived in Canada in July 2025. This marks a significant decline from the 29,595 who arrived […]
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Canadian Food Inspection Agency to maintain an ongoing presence in Edgewood, British Columbia during Supreme Court proceedings
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) will comply with the interim order issued by the Supreme Court of Canada today.
Minister Sidhu meets with Indonesiaâs Minister of Trade
Today, the Honourable Maninder Sidhu, Minister of International Trade, met with Budi Santoso, Indonesia’s Minister of Trade, in Ottawa.
Vicky Eatrides to the Standing Committee on Industry and Technology
On September 24, 2025, Chairperson and Chief Executive Officer of the CRTC, Vicky Eatrides, met with the Standing Committee on Industry and Technology.
The NFB at the 2025 Festival du nouveau cinéma. Alex Boyaâs animated short Bread Will Walk (Le pain se lève) making its Quebec premiere in competition.
Alex Boya’s animated short Bread Will Walk (Le pain se lève) making its Quebec premiere in competition
Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Drummond Institution
On September 19, 2025, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Drummond Institution, a medium security federal institution.
Government of Canada Moves Forward on Bill S-2
The introduction of Bill S-2, An Act to amend the Indian Act (new registration entitlements), represents a critical step toward addressing long-standing inequities under the registration provisions of the Indian Act that have deeply affected First Nations individuals and families.
Minister Lightbound to provide update on future of Canada Post
The Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement and Minister responsible for Canada Post, will provide details on new measures to address the challenges facing Canada Post and advance its transformation.
TÅilhqotâin Nation, Canada and British Columbia to celebrate First Nations children and family services coordination agreement
Please be advised that the Tŝilhqot’in Nation Nitsilʔin-Qi (Council of Chiefs), the Honourable Mandy Gull-Masty, Minister of Indigenous Services, and the Honourable Jodie Wickens, Minister of Children and Family Development for British Columbia, will celebrate Tŝilhqot’in Nation’s inherent right to care for its children and to preserve their connection to their family, community and culture.
NRC IRAP and Innovate BC invest in high-impact cleantech projects through the BC Fast Pilot program
7th round of funding will help 11 British Columbia (B.C.) companies pilot technologies that will support the development of a more sustainable, inclusive and innovative B.C. economy.
CBSA launches new phase in the Saint-Bernard-de-Lacolle border crossing modernization project
CBSA launches new phase in the Saint-Bernard-de-Lacolle border crossing modernization project
Travellers to Canada face AI screening
Individuals seeking entry to Canada are now subject to AI screening when entering Canada at some land ports of entry (POEs). The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has developed a new tool, the Travel Compliance Indicator (TCI), to aid its officers screening people seeking entrance to Canada. Moving to Canada? Sign up for our special […]
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