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Kitchener, Ontario, October 15, 2026—The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will announce changes to Express Entry to help Canada attract skilled talent, support economic growth and build a stronger Canada. A media availability will follow.
New youth and family centre will provide accessible spaces for skills development, training, entrepreneurship and community connection October 15, 2026 · Glace Bay, Nova Scotia · Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) Building a strong economy means ensuring that people have access to the opportunities, skills and supports they need to participate and succeed. By investing in infrastructure that brings people together and removes barriers, the Government of Canada is helping create inclusive communities and a more prosperous Atlantic Canadian economy.
Members of the media are invited to join Mike Kelloway, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Transport and Member of Parliament for Sydney–Glace Bay, for an announcement highlighting federal support to enhance programming and community services at a new youth and family centre. The announcement will be made on the behalf of the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency.
On Nov 1, the CBSA is adjusting service hours at 9 BC land ports of entry for the change to permanent daylight saving time and to keep hours aligned with neighbouring U.S. ports of entry.
Canada has what the world wants: abundant energy and critical minerals, the most educated workforce in the world, access to 1.5 billion consumers through our free trade agreements and the strongest fiscal position in the G7. We are building on these advantages to make Canada the best place in the world to invest, build and grow.
The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will highlight recent government changes to Canada’s business tax system, boosting Canada’s advantage as the most competitive G7 country for new business investment. A media availability will follow.
Collaboration is essential to addressing Canada’s workforce needs and responding to the realities facing Francophone communities. Given the challenges posed by labour shortages and the ongoing need to attract and retain talent, Canada is joining forces with its partners and reinforcing its commitment to Francophone immigration.
The Centre for Innovation in Francophone Immigration (CIFI) aims to integrate Francophone perspectives into immigration programs in Canada. It promotes immigration to French-speaking employers, facilitates access to programs and supports the growth of Francophone minority communities (FMCs). The CIFI supports innovative projects to reduce obstacles to immigration and offers funding to improve the promotion of FMCs internationally, the recruitment and the selection of French-speaking candidates and their support towards permanent residence.
Building a stronger Canada starts with investing in the modern and reliable infrastructure that makes it possible to increase housing supply and create resilient communities.
Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Stephen Fuhr, Member of Parliament for Kelowna and Secretary of State (Defence Procurement) and Phillip Elchitz, Director, Operations and Innovation at YLW Kelowna International Airport.
The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will hold a press conference in St. John’s to unveil innovative projects to strengthen Francophone immigration in Newfoundland and Labrador and other Francophone minority communities outside Quebec. Minister Metlege Diab will be joined by the Honourable Lin Paddock, Minister of Jobs, Growth and Rural Development for Newfoundland and Labrador. A media availability will follow.
On the morning of September 28, 2026, the Competition Bureau will publish a call for information on pricing policies in retail grocery. This call for information will support the Bureau’s ongoing examination of the food supply chain. It builds on the work of the work of the Bureau’s retail grocery market study, whose 2023 report provided recommendations to meaningfully improve competition in the sector.
Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Darren Fisher, Member of Parliament for Dartmouth—Cole Harbour, for an announcement highlighting federal support for improvements to a longstanding community recreation facility in Dartmouth.
Today, the Honourable Julie Dabrusin, Minister of the Environment, Climate Change and Nature, issued her decision statement for the Tilbury Phase 2 LNG Expansion Project (the project), determining that the project's potential adverse effects within federal jurisdiction are justified when taking into account the benefits it will provide.
The federal government is investing more than $10.6 million through the Rural Transit Solutions Fund (RTSF) to support 13 rural transit projects across British Columbia.
Rural and remote communities in British Columbia, including the Village of Pemberton, will receive a boost for transit projects following an investment of more than $10.6 million from the federal government.
In B.C., the Government of Canada is strengthening regional economies and building vibrant communities by investing in the infrastructure and public spaces that help people connect, stay active, and thrive.
PacifiCan will announce funding in Esquimalt, B.C. through the Local Impact Stream of the Build Communities Strong Fund.
Over $480,000 for three new projects funded through the Fraser River Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative.
The launch of public engagement to develop the country’s first National Water Security Strategy and funding for three partner-led projects under the Fraser River Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative, as part of the strengthened Freshwater Action Plan.
September 9, 2026 Edmonton, Alberta Employment and Social Development CanadaAs students head back to school, thousands of Canadians are also stepping into workshops, training centres and apprenticeship programs to build skills for the careers of tomorrow. From constructing homes and maintaining critical infrastructure to supporting major industrial projects, skilled trades workers are playing a vital role in building Canada’s future.
