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The Canadian government will impose 25% tariffs on certain goods imported from the United States, starting March 4, 2025, covering $30 billion in trade. The affected goods include orange juice, peanut butter, wine, spirits, beer, coffee, appliances, apparel, footwear, motorcycles, cosmetics, and specific pulp and paper products, as stated in
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The Government of Canada has announced the provision of up to $14.3 million aimed at mitigating workforce shortages in the health sector. This financial initiative is managed by Employment and Social Development Canada, with the intent to facilitate the inclusion of internationally educated health care professionals into the Canadian
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The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) recently completed its 2024 National Potato Wart Survey and found no presence of potato wart in the tested soil samples. The survey involved analyzing more than 2200 soil samples from seed potato fields in various provinces, including British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec,
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On March 4, 2025, the Government of Canada announced the implementation of a 25% tariff on certain imports from the United States. This measure, stated by the Department of Finance Canada, is in response to the tariffs imposed by the U.S. on Canadian goods. The initial phase of these
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The Canada Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has announced a recall of Hansang brand frozen fish cakes due to undeclared egg. This recall affects products sold across Canada. Consumers with egg allergies are advised not to consume the affected products due to the risk of severe or life-threatening reactions. The CFIA
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On February 28, 2025, the Committee on Internal Trade (CIT) met in Toronto to discuss and implement measures aimed at addressing internal trade barriers within Canada. The meeting, led by Minister of Transport and Internal Trade Anita Anand, concluded with an agreement among federal, provincial, and territorial representatives to promote
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A joint operation by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) resulted in the arrest of an individual in Mississauga, Ontario, for narcotics trafficking and possession. The incident involved synthetic opioids, specifically Nitazenes, which are noted by the CBSA and RCMP to be significantly
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The federal minimum wage in Canada will rise to $17.75 per hour, effective April 1, 2025. This update was announced by Employment and Social Development Canada on February 28, 2025. The adjustment signifies a 2.4% increase over the previous rate, designed to align workers' salaries in federally
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The Government of Canada has announced a recall of certain Polaris and 509 Tactical 3.0 helmets due to potential impact hazards. This recall affects Youth, Mountain, and Trail versions of these helmets available in various sizes. The helmets have been found not to comply with essential certification standards required
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The Government of Canada has introduced measures aimed at addressing fentanyl production and organized crime. The details were announced by the Minister of Mental Health and Addictions, the Associate Minister of Health, and the Minister of Public Safety, along with the Fentanyl Czar. These measures involve formalizing controls on three
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Canada's Minister of Transport and Internal Trade, Anita Anand, has announced the establishment of the Supply Chain Advisory Council. According to the official release, this council aims to provide strategic advice on strengthening Canadian supply chains. The Council, as reported, will consist of various experts and senior leaders.
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On March 2, 2025, Firefly's Blue Ghost Mission 1 is expected to touch down on the lunar surface, slated no earlier than 3:34 a.m. ET. Three Canadian companies are set to demonstrate their technological innovations during this mission. These companies received support from the Canadian Space