Four-day office return begins for Canada’s federal public servants
Thousands of Canadian federal public servants have started returning to the office four days a week under updated hybrid work rules, although several departments say office space shortages will delay full implementation. The policy, announced by the Treasury Board in February, fo
Canadians seeking MAID for mental illness feel abandoned after committee recommendation
Some Canadians living with severe mental illness say they feel abandoned after a federal parliamentary committee recommended against extending medical assistance in dying (MAID) to people whose sole underlying condition is a mental illness. The committee, whose report was release
Innocent Travellers at Risk: Pearson Airport Baggage Tag Scam Raises Alarm for Africans Heading to Canada
By Ochuko Kokofe A disturbing criminal scheme uncovered at Toronto’s Toronto Pearson International Airport is sending shockwaves through the international travel community, especially among Africans and first-time immigrants travelling to Canada. The unfolding investigation has r
Firm offers pathway to Nigerians for Canadian University education -
Firm offers pathway to Nigerians for Canadian University education
Canada, Nigeria working towards direct flights – Deputy High Commissioner - Nairametrics
Canada, Nigeria working towards direct flights – Deputy High Commissioner Nairametrics
Canada Deepens Strategic Partnership with Nigeria, Unveils Expanded Cooperation Agenda -
Canada Deepens Strategic Partnership with Nigeria, Unveils Expanded Cooperation Agenda
Alberta to unveil details of proposed West Coast oil pipeline
Danielle Smith is expected to unveil further details today about Alberta’s proposed one-million-barrel-per-day oil pipeline to Canada’s West Coast. The project follows a memorandum of understanding signed with Prime Minister Mark Carney last fall, which committed both governments
Canada’s UN ambassador says Carney’s global strategy is already taking shape
Canada’s ambassador to the United Nations says Prime Minister Mark Carney’s vision of building flexible partnerships among middle powers is already being implemented through the country’s diplomatic efforts at the UN. Speaking about Canada’s evolving foreign policy, Ambassador Da
Canada Day 2026: A Celebration of Hope, Diversity and New Opportunities for Nigerian and African Immigrants
By Ochuko Kokofe Canada came alive in a sea of red and white on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, as millions of residents gathered across the country to celebrate Canada Day, marking the 159th anniversary of Confederation. From coast to coast to coast, communities embraced the national h
Canada Day marks milestone for Portage newcomer from Nigeria - PortageOnline
Canada Day marks milestone for Portage newcomer from Nigeria PortageOnline
Toronto Pride Parade 2026 Draws Massive Crowds, Spotlighting Inclusion, Activism, and Newcomer Voices
By Ochuko Kokofe Downtown Toronto transformed into a sea of rainbow colours on Sunday as tens of thousands gathered for the annual Pride Parade, one of the largest LGBTQ2+ celebrations in Canada. The event, held under the wider Pride Festival weekend, brought together participant
Poilievre Demands Ethics Probe into Federal-B.C. Housing Plan
OTTAWA — Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is demanding an urgent parliamentary ethics investigation into the federal government’s housing initiative in British Columbia, accusing Prime Minister Mark Carney of using taxpayer funds to rescue condominium developers. In a letter
Toronto Police, Family and Community Honour Fallen Const. Marc Pinizzotto
Hundreds of police officers, emergency personnel, elected officials and members of the public gathered in Toronto to pay their final respects to Const. Marc Pinizzotto, the veteran officer killed while carrying out his duties earlier this month. His casket, draped in the Canadian
Brampton Mayor Wants Park Renamed in Honour of Fallen OPP Officer Tarun Bali
Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown is proposing that a city park be renamed in memory of Ontario Provincial Police Const. Tarun Bali, who was killed while on duty earlier this month. Bali, 29, was raised in Brampton after immigrating to Canada from India with his family and maintained
GHANA COURTS CANADIAN INVESTORS AS RAS MUBARAK UNVEILS BOLD VISION AT GHANA-CANADA FORUM IN TORONTO
By Ochuko Kokofe Ghana has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening economic ties with Canada, with a strong call for investment and strategic partnerships during the Ghana-Canada Forum held at the Westin Harbour Castle in Toronto, 15 June,2026. Addressing an audience of busine
Veterans and military members can soon ride MiWay for free year-round
This new fare type builds on the free rides already offered to them on the day of the Warriors’ Day Parade and Remembrance Day. The City of Mississauga is launching year-round free rides on MiWay transit for veterans and active Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members (regular or rese
Nigeria-Canada bilateral trade hits $3 billion - The
Nigeria-Canada bilateral trade hits $3 billion The
TRIEC Mentoring Partnership Celebrates Mentorship Excellence at the TMP Impact Awards 2026, Co-Hosted by TD
Toronto, Ontario| June 22, 2026 – TRIEC, in partnership with TD, proudly hosted the TRIEC Mentoring Partnership (TMP) Impact Awards 2026 at TD’s offices in downtown Toronto. The event brought together mentors, employer partners, community partners, government representatives, and
Air Canada Workers Ratify New Labour Agreements
Air Canada has announced the ratification of two new collective agreements covering finance and clerical employees represented by the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAMAW). The agreements apply to approximately 170 finance employees and 115 clerica
Ford, Unifor Begin Contract Negotiations Amid Industry Challenges
TORONTO — Contract negotiations between Ford Motor Co. and Unifor officially begin today, marking the start of a new round of bargaining between Canada’s largest private-sector union and the Detroit Three automakers. The current collective agreements, signed three years ago, are
Citizenship Chaos: Canada Orders New Citizens to Return Certificates
What was once a celebratory moment for some newly recognized Canadians has turned into an administrative storm, as authorities now demand the return of citizenship certificates issued under the “Lost Canadians” legislation. Several recipients who recently secured proof of citizen
Unifor, Detroit Three Prepare for High-Stakes Auto Talks Amid Tariff Uncertainty
TORONTO — Canada’s largest private-sector union is preparing for what it describes as the most consequential round of auto sector bargaining in its history as negotiations with the Detroit Three automakers begin against a backdrop of tariffs, trade uncertainty and growing global
World Cup: Ivorian player denied Canadian visa amid match-fixing probe in France - TheCable
World Cup: Ivorian player denied Canadian visa amid match-fixing probe in France TheCable
W’Cup: David rallies Nigerian to support Canada - MSN
W’Cup: David rallies Nigerian to support Canada MSN
Canada sends letters to new nationals to return their citizenship certificates for review -
Canada sends letters to new nationals to return their citizenship certificates for review
Canadian Court Upholds Visa Denial for Thomas Partey Ahead of Ghana’s World Cup Opener
A Canadian federal court has upheld the decision to deny Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey entry into the country, ruling against an appeal that sought to overturn his visa refusal ahead of the Black Stars’ opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup against Panama. The ruling, deliver
Young man denied visa 12 times shares how he relocated to Canada in 2022 - Yen News
Young man denied visa 12 times shares how he relocated to Canada in 2022 Yen News
Canada stars point to Nigerian influences as Les Rouges seek first FIFA World Cup win - ESPN
Canada stars point to Nigerian influences as Les Rouges seek first FIFA World Cup win ESPN
New sanctions by Canada, Russia affect hundreds of targets -
New sanctions by Canada, Russia affect hundreds of targets
Nigeria is 4th country with most applications and refusals for Canada visitor visas to World Cup - Business News Nigeria
Nigeria is 4th country with most applications and refusals for Canada visitor visas to World Cup Business News Nigeria
Thomas Partey visa case dismissed: Canada Court dismiss Ghana midfielder World Cup visa refusal appeal -
Thomas Partey visa case dismissed: Canada Court dismiss Ghana midfielder World Cup visa refusal appeal
Canada Risks Missing Africa’s Economic Potential as Envoy Role Remains Uncertain
Canada may be overlooking major economic opportunities in Africa as the future of its special envoy to the continent remains unclear, according to Senator Amina Gerba. Speaking in French, Gerba expressed concern that Africa continues to receive insufficient attention from Canadia
Canada’s Nuvei to acquire Payoneer in a $2.75B deal - Techpoint Africa
Canada’s Nuvei to acquire Payoneer in a $2.75B deal Techpoint Africa