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The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has issued a statement anticipating increased border traffic during the upcoming March Break. The agency notes that this period traditionally experiences higher volumes of travelers. In 2024, the CBSA recorded processing over 93.4 million travelers at Canada's borders. During the same
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The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has announced a recall of Hansang brand frozen fish cakes due to the potential presence of undeclared egg. This undeclared allergen may pose a health risk to individuals with sensitivities or allergies to eggs. Consumers are advised to refrain from consuming the aforementioned product
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The Committee on Internal Trade (CIT) held a meeting recently, where the Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Transport and Internal Trade, along with provincial and territorial leaders, discussed measures to address regulatory barriers in Canadian trade. The meeting aimed at promoting the free movement of labor and enhancing regulatory standardization
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Federal Minimum Wage to Rise to $17.75 per Hour in Canada On April 1, 2025, the federal minimum wage in Canada will increase to $17.75 per hour. This change was announced by Employment and Social Development Canada and represents a 2.4% uptick from the previous wage level.
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On March 2, 2025, Firefly Aerospace's Blue Ghost Mission 1 aims to demonstrate advancing Canadian space technologies by landing on the Moon. During this mission, advancements from three Canadian companies, funded by the Canadian Space Agency (CSA) through the Lunar Exploration Accelerator Program, will be showcased. Canadensys Aerospace
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A joint operation conducted by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) resulted in the arrest of an individual in Mississauga, Ontario, on charges of possession and trafficking of narcotics. This investigation led to the seizure of Nitazenes, a category of synthetic opioids reported
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The Government of Canada has announced a recall for 509 Tactical 3.0 helmets and 509 for Polaris Tactical 3.0 helmets, which include Youth, Mountain, and Trail versions. The recall, as communicated by 509, is due to these helmets not meeting certain required certification standards. This deficiency could lead
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The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Transport and Internal Trade, announced the formation of a new Supply Chain Advisory Council. This council will consist of appointed experts and senior leaders from various sectors. According to the press release, the Council's objective is to provide strategic advice aimed at
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The Canadian government has taken further steps to combat fentanyl production by instituting new controls on three precursor chemicals and the drug carisoprodol. These measures, outlined in an official release, have been developed following a consultation process aimed at strengthening policies on controlled substances. Fentanyl is a powerful opioid associated
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The Canada Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has announced a recall for specific Ulker brand products due to undeclared allergens, including egg, milk, and wheat. The products affected include Kekstra Mini (strawberry), Biskrem cocoa, and Rulokat. The recalled product details are as follows: * Kekstra Mini (strawberry): Available in 150 g packages
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The Government of Canada has announced a recall of certain gas boiler models due to a carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning risk. The affected models include Prestige Solo, Prestige Excellence, and Aerco Esteem gas boilers. These products pose a potential danger due to delayed ignitions or component damage, which can lead
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On February 26th, the Forum of Labour Market Ministers held a virtual meeting to discuss the implications of potential U.S. tariffs on the Canadian workforce. This assembly aimed to organize an appropriate response to minimize any negative effects on employment across the country. The measures considered include the role