The Canadian federal government provides many different services to individuals and to business, both inside and outside Canada. Here is just a small sample. For more information, check the Government Services category.
Citizenship and Immigration
- Canadian Citizenship
Information on becoming a Canadian citizen, including applications, test and fees. - Immigration to Canada
Information for those planning to come to Canada, including requirements, how to apply and visas.
Contracts and Purchasing
- Selling to the Canadian Federal Government
The information you need to get the federal government as a client. - Government Purchasing
Additional information on both federal and provincial government purchasing policies.
Employment and Unemployment
- Federal Government Employment Services
Government services to help you find work, from job banks to labour market information. - Canadian Employment Insurance
If you lose your job in Canada, you're probably eligible for Canadian Employment Insurance. Here's how to apply and how it works.
Retirement
- Canadian Government Pensions
The Canada Pension Plan (CPP), Old Age Security (OAS) and other Canadian government retirement, survivor and disability pensions. - RRSPs
One of the biggest breaks you'll get from the Canadian federal government.
Taxes
- Personal Income Taxes
Information to help you complete your Canadian personal income tax return. -
Business Taxes
Canada Revenue Agency information for business. Corporate income tax, Business Number, payroll deductions, importing, and exporting. - Canadian Small Business Taxes
Canadian tax information for the small or home business owner, from the GST to income tax deductions. From Susan Ward, About Small Business: Canada.
Travel and Tourism
- Canadian Travel and Tourism
Federal government services including border protection, travel safety regulations, tourism offices, management of national parks and government funded museums. - Canadian Passports
Instructions on how to apply for a Canadian passport. - Canada Customs at the Border
Canadian government customs regulations and services when you or your goods cross the Canadian border.
Weather
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Weather in Canada
Environment Canada provides weather forecasts across Canada, as well as safety information on extreme weather conditions and research on climate change.
