Ottawa – Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Canada is imposing new sanctions under the Special Economic Measures (Iran) Regulations. This is the 13th package of sanctions imposed by Canada against the Iranian regime since October 2022. It builds on Canada’s efforts to align with designations announced by the European Union, the United Kingdom, and the United States. …
Ottawa – The attempted coup d’état on July 26 is a serious threat to democracy and stability in Niger and the Sahel. Undermining the rule of law threatens the democratically elected government’s progress towards peace, stability and development in Niger. In response to the attempted coup d’état in Niger, Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Ahmed Hussen, Minister of …
Winnipeg —The Government of Canada is committed to providing Canadian youth with opportunities to gain international experience and perspectives, as they are particularly important in today’s global economy. Canadian youth will soon have easier access to a new destination for working and travelling abroad. Marie-France Lalonde, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship and Áslaug Arna Sigurbjörnsdóttir, …
Ottawa – Prime Minister Justin Trudeau thanked South Korean firefighters who came to help put off wildfires in Canada. Trudeau said: “This morning in Ottawa, I got to send off an incredible group of people. They came from Korea (South) and spent the last few weeks battling wildfires in Quebec. On behalf of all Canadians — I thanked them for …
Ottawa – Global Affairs Canada has said: “Canada welcomes the leadership and decisions taken by the leaders of the Economic Community of West African States [ECOWAS] at their summit on Sunday, July 30, aimed at restoring constitutional order in Niger. Canada reiterates that President Mohamed Bazoum, his family and the detained members of the democratically elected government must be released …
Ottawa—Canada’s Express Entry system is now tailored to provide a streamlined and efficient pathway for individuals with expertise in critical fields. By prioritizing the invitation of skilled newcomers with experience in the trades, Canada aims to meet the increasing demand for talent and fill key positions that contribute to the nation’s economic growth and advancement. Sean Fraser, previous Minister of …
Hamilton – Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said it was “unacceptable” that asylum-seekers were forced to live on Toronto streets when they were turned away from the city’s overwhelmed shelter system last month. Speaking to reporters in Hamilton, he said the federal government will “continue to work together” with the city in “constructive ways” to address the issue. He was joined …
Monarch Point Conservation Reserve protecting globally significant bird and monarch butterfly area PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY — The Ontario government has created the province’s first new conservation reserve in over 10 years. The Monarch Point Conservation Reserve will protect nearly 4,000 acres along the south shores of Prince Edward County – an area nearly five times the size of the Toronto …
Gatineau – With the world facing the triple crises of climate change, nature loss and pollution, Canada is working to build international momentum for more and faster environmental progress at global forums. The Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, just concluded a productive visit to India, including stops in Delhi and Chennai, where he represented Canada at …
Mexico City – On July 25, 2023, Mexico’s Secretary of Security, Rosa Icela Rodríguez, hosted US Homeland Security Advisor Dr Elizabeth Sherwood-Randall and Canada’s National Security and Intelligence Advisor, Jody Thomas (virtually), for the second meeting of the Trilateral Fentanyl Committee to propel and expand actions on our shared commitment to combat the trafficking of synthetic drugs. President Joe Biden, …
