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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.
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The world is changing rapidly. The United States is imposing new tariffs on Canada, designed to hurt and divide us. At the same time, conflicts in Europe and the Middle East are driving up prices around the world. In response, Canada’s government is focused on what we can control: building a stronger, more independent and more affordable country.
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The world is changing rapidly. The United States is imposing new tariffs on Canada, designed to hurt and divide us. At the same time, conflicts in Europe and the Middle East are driving up prices around the world. In response, Canada’s government is focused on what we can control: building a stronger, more independent and more affordable country.
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The Government of Canada is committed to making life simpler and more convenient for Canadians. This includes a modern passport program that delivers secure user‑friendly digital services that save time, reduce in‑person visits and make passport renewal easier.
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The Government of Canada is committed to making life simpler and more convenient for Canadians. This includes a modern passport program that delivers secure, user‑friendly digital services that save time, reduce in‑person visits and make passport renewal easier.
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The Government of Canada is lowering costs for families by strengthening the Canada Child Benefit (CCB). The CCB is a monthly tax-free payment to help them with the costs of raising children.
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Canada is making Francophone immigration a force that unites communities and recognizes the contribution of Francophone and bilingual newcomers to the growth of the Francophonie. With this in mind, to promote the demographic and economic development of communities in the Northwest Territories, the governments of Canada and the Northwest Territories are working together to ensure the retention of qualified Francophone and bilingual talent.
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The Government of Canada is focused on building a stronger economy and making life more affordable for Canadians. Today, Peter Fragiskatos, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, on behalf of the Honourable Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, highlighted the launch of the National Food Security Strategy.
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Canada is committed to supporting Francophone immigration and is focused on attracting and retaining the world’s best talent. As Francophone minority communities face significant demographic and economic challenges, the governments of Canada and Manitoba are joining forces to strengthen official language minority communities by addressing their labour needs and fostering their economic and linguistic vitality.
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The Forum of Ministers Responsible for Immigration (FMRI) met today to advance collaboration on the 2027–2029 Immigration Levels Plan and discuss federal–provincial–territorial (FPT) priorities. They discussed returning immigration to sustainable levels while considering regional, rural and northern contexts, addressing labour shortages, reinforcing key economic sectors, and supporting communities across the country. Ministers also discussed the role of Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) in advancing these considerations and the need for stable and adequate PNP allocations.
