The Honourable Melanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, made the following statement regarding the publication of the 2024 Corporations Canada diversity disclosure report
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Statement by Secretary of State van Koeverden on the Future of Sport in Canada Commissionâs preliminary report
The Government of Canada welcomes the Future of Sport in Canada Commission’s preliminary report.
Statement from the Minister of Health on International Overdose Awareness Day
Sunday is International Overdose Awareness Day – a time to remember the many lives lost to the overdose crisis, and its impacts on families and communities across Canada.
Minister of Transport and Internal Trade to host a Made in Canada: Ferries and Rail Summit
Canada’s ferry services, railways, and steel and aluminum industries are engines of our economy. They connect our communities, create high-paying jobs, and build the infrastructure that Canadians rely on every day.
15th edition of NFBâs Hothouse program now online. Discover bold new animation from across Canada at nfb.ca
Beginning today, six eclectic animated shorts from the 15th edition of the National Film Board of Canada’s Hothouse program for emerging animators are available worldwide on NFB platforms.
Backgrounder: Sanctions against individuals and entities in Moldova
Canada is imposing sanctions against individuals and entities in relation to Russia’s malign interference activities in Moldova ahead of the country’s next parliamentary elections, which will be held on September 28, 2025.
Minister Anand announces additional sanctions in response to Russiaâs malign interference activities in Moldova
The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing sanctions against sixteen individuals and two entities under the Special Economic Measures (Moldova) Regulations for their role in Russia’s malign interference activities in Moldova.
Federal government invests in water and wastewater infrastructure to support more housing in Labrador City
The Government of Canada is using every tool at its disposal, leveraging technology, innovation and partnerships, to build homes at scale.
Live Webinar: From Renting to Owning: The Path to Your First Home in Canada
New to Canada and thinking about financing your first home? If you’re seeking some guidance along the way, this webinar might be a helpful step in understanding the home-financing process in your new country. Join CanadaVisa and TD for a live, interactive webinar designed to offer insights on home financing for newcomers to Canada on […]
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Expanding Access to Child Care in British Columbia Schools
Families across Canada rely on access to high-quality, affordable and inclusive child care. That is why the governments of Canada and British Columbia are working together to create more early learning and child care spaces to meet the needs of children and families no matter where they live.
Minister Olszewski announced federal investment to boost innovation, grow and create jobs in Manitobaâs manufacturing sector
Federal investments will help nine projects increase productivity, contribute to food security, embrace technology, and build Manitoba businesses
Backgrounder: Minister Olszewski announced federal investment to boost innovation, grow and create jobs in Manitobaâs manufacturing sector
Federal investments in nine innovative projects will help Manitoba companies expand, improve productivity, and remain competitive on the global stage.
The National Film Board of Canada honours the legacy of editor and filmmaker Monique FortierÂ
The National Film Board of Canada (NFB) wishes to highlight the exceptional contribution to Canadian cinema of distinguished editor and filmmaker Monique Fortier, who passed away on August 18 at the age of 97. Her rich career spanned more than 40 years at the NFB.
Expanding access to child care on Saskatchewan post-secondary campuses
Families across Canada rely on access to high-quality, affordable, and inclusive child care. That is why the Government of Canada and the Government of Saskatchewan are working together to create more early learning and child-care spaces to meet the needs of children and families no matter where they live.
Polar Knowledge Canada announces 2025 Northern Scientific Training Program Special Award recipients
Polar Knowledge Canada announces 2025 Northern Scientific Training Program Special Award recipients
Government of Canada invests $450,000 to establish the Institute for Northern Housing Innovation at Laurentian University
Viviane Lapointe, Member of Parliament for Sudbury, today announced a FedNor investment of $450,000 to help Laurentian University create the Institute for Northern Housing Innovation (INHI) at the McEwen School of Architecture. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for FedNor.
Nova Scotia confirms number of remaining spaces for provincial immigration in 2025
Nova Scotia has a total of 1,312 spaces remaining for 2025 across its provincial immigration programs. As of August 6, 2025, the province has used up at least 1,838 of its slots across the Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNSP) and its portion of the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP), according to an email received by CIC […]
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Minister Anand announces the appointment of Canadaâs new High Commissioner to India
The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Christopher Cooter will become High Commissioner for Canada in the Republic of India, a position previously held by Cameron MacKay.
Biographical note
Christopher Cooter (BA Hons [Political Science], University of Toronto, 1981; MA [Political Science], Columbia University, 1982; BCL, LLB [Common/Civil Law], McGill University, 1986) was called to the British Columbia bar in 1986 and practised law at Campney and Murphy before joining the federal government in 1989 as acting manager of lands for the British Columbia region of the Department of Indian Affairs and Northern Development.
Minister of Transport and Internal Trade amends regulations to give communities more authority over our waterways
To better protect communities and ensure safer navigation on Canadian waterways, the Government of Canada is amending the Vessel Operation Restriction Regulations (VORR).
Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Stratford
Members of the media are invited to join an important announcement regarding community infrastructure across Prince Edward Island with the Honourable Heath MacDonald, Member of Parliament for Malpeque and Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, Kent MacDonald, Member of Parliament for Cardigan, Sean Casey, Member of Parliament for Charlottetown, the Honourable Ernie Hudson, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure, and his Worship Steve Ogden, Mayor of Stratford.
IRCC’s Express Entry invitation schedule for category-based draws in 2025 revealed
A report outlines Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s (IRCC’s) plan to issue invitations to apply (ITAs) for the remainder of 2025. Education, Healthcare and social services, and trades are all categories that may see more planned draws in the upcoming months. See how competitive your Express Entry profile is The current Express Entry ITA schedule […]
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The Government of Canada supports technology upgrades at the Creative City Centreâs new home
The Creative City Centre’s new home will have enhanced audience experiences through the support of the Government of Canada
The Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources âSecuring the Future: Advancing CanadaâGermany Cooperation on Transatlantic Energy Securityâ
The Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources “Securing the Future:Advancing Canada–Germany Cooperation on Transatlantic Energy Security”Canadian Embassy in Berlin
World premiere of Brishkay Ahmedâs In the Room headlines a bold lineup of NFB documentary and animation at VIFF 2025
National Film Board of Canada (NFB) leadership in documentary and animation will be on vivid display at the 2025 Vancouver International Film Festival (October 2–12), with the world premiere of a powerful new film about Afghan women fighting for freedom and equality, along with the BC premieres of three dazzling animated shorts.