11 h. ago Carney’s promise to revamp Canada’s foreign service brings calls for consultation, more details

The Liberal election platform said a Carney government would send 'more Canadian diplomats and officials abroad' to expand trade and 'restore Canadian leadership'

Society

12 h. ago Carney’s plan to boost Canada’s foreign service needs more details: union

The Liberal election platform said a Carney government would send "more Canadian diplomats and officials abroad" to expand trade and "restore Canadian leadership."

Transport

49 h. ago Canadian government ‘fact check’ dismisses Trump administration claims about border

The U.S. government's own figures 'do not support' Republican claims about the border, a report found.

Politics

3 d. ago Alberta’s Smith Plans Talks With Carney, Says Separation Vote Possible

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith said she’s appointing a group to negotiate with the Canadian government on removing laws that restrict energy production, adding that a referendum on the province separating from Canada may be on the ballot as soon as next year.

Transport

3 d. ago Canada has updated its travel advisories for a bunch of popular vacation spots

While planning your vacation, make sure to check if Canada has issued a travel advisory for your destination.Several tourist hotspots worldwide are currently under travel advisories for various reasons, from safety risks to political instability. So, before you book, stay up-to-date by regularly checking the Travel Advice and Advisories website to ensure you travel safely outside Canada.If you're travelling abroad, it's also important to note that you can register for the Registration of Canadians Abroad (ROCA). It's a free and confidential service that informs Canadian citizens outside the country of an emergency abroad or a personal emergency at home.Whether you're a Canadian travelling or living abroad, signing up for the service ensures you'll receive the latest updates. Also, carry contact information for the Canadian government offices abroad in the countries you plan to visit.These are the latest travel advisories from the government of Cana...

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6 d. ago Canada is further tightening immigration rules to combat housing crisis

The nation's new prime minister, Mark Carney, has announced the Liberal government;s plan to cap the number of international students and temporary foreign workers further.This step will help "ease strains" on housing in Canada.Carney shared several updates during a press conference on Friday morning:Federal trade barriersFederal barriers to internal trade will be removed by July 1 to "unleash the full potential of Canada.""We will work with provinces, territories and indigenous groups to identify projects that are in the national interest, projects that will connect Canada, deepen our ties with the world, and grow our economy for generations," he said."We'll make the Canadian government a catalyst for these projects, not an impediment, and we'll always be guided by our condition."Housing in CanadaMany housing initiatives were also announced, including establishing a plan called "Build Canada Homes,"&n...

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9 d. ago Federal election: Liberals celebrate big gains in B.C. en route to forming government

The Liberals dominated much of Metro Vancouver and turned over a couple of former NDP strongholds on the Island. But the party failed to win any seats in more rural parts of the province

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1 week ago Canadian dollar could fall if minority federal government is elected, strategist says

Could force loonie down against U.S. dollar: Karl Schamotta

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1 week ago Federal Election Day Live: B.C. voters head to the polls to elect a new Canadian government

It's election day across B.C. and Canada as voters head to the polls to elect a new federal government. Follow this story all day and evening for the latest news, results and reaction.

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2 w. ago As tariffs from U.S. and China bite, Canadian agriculture needs help: CFIB

The Canadian Federation of Independent Business is calling on the federal government to do more to support the agricultural sector amid rising tariffs and trade tensions.

Society

2 w. ago Chinese takeover of Vancouver gold miner unlikely to be blocked by government, analyst says

In recent years, the government blocked deals involving Chinese companies and Canadian miners developing critical minerals

Politics

3 w. ago Ontario’s free trade legislation is a game changer for Canada’s internal trade framework, but more provinces need to get on board

Toronto, April 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Restaurants Canada congratulates the Ontario government for tabling legislation to remove its Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA) exceptions, adopt mutual recognition with reciprocating provinces, liberalize labour mobility and allow direct-to-consumer sales of alcohol. “Every premier in Canada should be looking to Ontario and doing what it did yesterday […]

Economics

3 w. ago Canada Scraps Tariffs for Automakers That Keep Plants Running

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said his government will allow automakers to import US-manufactured cars and trucks without tariffs, as long as the companies keep making vehicles in Canada.

Economics

3 w. ago Government tells Australian cafe owner in Toronto to destroy $8,000 worth of Vegemite

Leighton Walters, founder of Found Coffee, has been given notice from the Canadian government that his imported Vegemite does not meet federal standards

Politics

3 w. ago Volatus Aerospace Secures Extension to Service Agreement with Canadian Government

Securing One-Year Extension to Standing Offer and Call-up Authority for Unmanned Aerial Surveillance Services with the Canadian Government MONTREAL, April 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Volatus Aerospace Inc. (TSXV: FLT) (OTCQX: TAKOF) (Frankfurt: A2JEQU) (“Volatus” or “the Company”), a leader in aerial solutions, proudly announces a one-year extension, the maximum allowable, to its Public Works […]

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3 w. ago Will the federal government buy Canadian in the 'quantum revolution'?

Canadian tech experts want the feds to support home-grown development of quantum computers to avoid American domination in the area.

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3 w. ago Tory government would protect Canadian Jews from hate: Poilievre

'The targeting of synagogues and Jewish schools with hate ... these things were unheard of 10 years ago,' Poilievre said Saturday

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4 w. ago Manitoba government adopts, fixes torn Canadian flag from football team

The large Canadian flag that was recently draped on the front of the Manitoba legislature is being repaired for a second time and is being adopted by the Manitoba government.

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4 w. ago Canadian officials said to plan meeting with U.S. banks after Trump complaints

The Canadian government has invited representatives from U.S. banks including JPMorgan Chase & Co. for a meeting, according to people with knowledge of the matter, after U.S. President Donald Trump complained that American banks have trouble doing business in Canada. Bank of America Corp. is also among the firms invited, the people said. Details of […]

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4 w. ago The next Canadian government will have to deal with an immigration system that has ‘lost its brand’

Canada’s reputation among economic immigrants has been hit in recent years

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