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== Current events ==
== Canada Today: News & Trends ==


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📰 Current events in Canada
📰 Current Events & Trending Topics
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'''December 15, 2025''' **New Citizenship Rules Take Effect:** Bill C-3, which amends the [[Citizenship Act]] to resolve the **"lost Canadians"** issue and grant citizenship to those born before today who were affected by outdated rules, is now in force.
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Headlines (December 2025)
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* '''December 15:''' **New Citizenship Rules Take Effect:** Bill C-3 resolves the **"lost Canadians"** issue and grants citizenship to many affected by outdated rules.
* '''December 15:''' **Quantum Champions Program:** Federal government commits $92 million to four Canadian firms (Anyon, Photonic, etc.) to accelerate quantum computing development.
* '''December 10:''' **Bank of Canada Holds Rate:** The BoC holds the [[Overnight rate|key interest rate]] steady at **2.25%** for the final decision of the year.
* '''December 6:''' **Vatican Indigenous Artifacts Return:** Sixty-two artifacts arrive in Montreal, a significant step in the ongoing reconciliation process.


'''December 15, 2025''' – **$92 Million Quantum Champions Program Launched:** The federal government commits up to $92 million to four Canadian firms (Anyon, Nord Quantique, Photonic, and Xanadu) to accelerate the development of industrial-scale quantum computers.
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'''December 10, 2025''' – **Bank of Canada Holds Rate:** The Bank of Canada announces it is holding the [[Overnight rate|key interest rate]] steady at **2.25%** for its final decision of the year, stating the rate is "about the right level" to manage inflation.
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🔥 Trending Discussions
'''December 6, 2025''' – **Vatican Indigenous Artifacts Return:** Sixty-two Indigenous artifacts from the Vatican arrive in Montreal, welcomed by First Nations, Inuit, and Métis leaders as a significant step in the ongoing reconciliation process.
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* '''Citizenship Law Relief''' – Wide discussion among "lost Canadians" and families abroad following the final implementation of Bill C-3.
* '''Monetary Policy Debate''' – Homeowner and investor interest in the Bank of Canada's decision to hold the key rate and its future implications.
* '''Cabinet and Energy Pact''' – Political reaction to the resignation of Steven Guilbeault and the appointment of Marc Miller, amid controversy over a new energy pipeline agreement.


'''December 1, 2025''' – **Cabinet Shuffle and Pipeline Pact:** Prime Minister Mark Carney names Montreal MP Marc Miller as Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture after Steven Guilbeault resigned following Ottawa's signing of a controversial energy pact.
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See: [[Canadian current events]] for full archives and [[Canadian Political Economy]] for in-depth analysis.
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See: [[Canadian current events]] for full archives and monthly snapshots.
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⭐ Featured of the Day
⭐ Featured of the Day
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Explore next: [[Parliament Hill]] • [[National Historic Sites of Canada]] • [[Vimy Ridge Memorial]]
Explore next: [[Parliament Hill]] • [[National Historic Sites of Canada]] • [[Vimy Ridge Memorial]]
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🔥 Trending Today in Canada
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'''New Citizenship Law in Effect''' – Wide discussion and relief among "lost Canadians" and their descendants as Bill C-3 officially comes into force today, resolving citizenship issues stemming from the first-generation limit.
'''Quantum Computing Investment''' – News about the major federal funding flowing to Canadian tech firms like Xanadu and Photonic, aiming to anchor the development of fault-tolerant quantum computers domestically.
'''Bank of Canada Rate Hold''' – Debate among economists and homeowners following the Bank's decision to maintain the key rate at 2.25% and its statement on the "right level" of monetary policy.
'''Official Languages and Cabinet Shuffle''' – Public and political reaction to the resignation of Steven Guilbeault and the subsequent appointment of Marc Miller, amid controversy over a new energy pipeline pact.
'''Return of Indigenous Artifacts''' – Widespread coverage and commentary on the cultural and political significance of the artifacts returned from the Vatican, marking a key moment in reconciliation.
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What Canadians are sharing, debating, and discussing right now.
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Tip: For in-depth analysis on these topics, see our special section: [[Canadian Political Economy]]
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📜 On This Day in Canadian History – December 15
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* '''1964''' – Canada's **House of Commons approved a newly designed flag** thereby dropping the Canadian "Red Ensign" flag in favour of the current Maple Leaf design.
* '''1985''' – The **1985 Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms** came fully into force, completing the constitutional process initiated by the *Constitution Act, 1982*.
* '''1775''' – During the **American Revolutionary War**, American forces under Colonel Benedict Arnold began the siege of Quebec City, demanding the city's surrender from its British defenders.
* '''1782''' – The **first recorded avalanche-related fatalities** in Canadian history occurred in Nain, Newfoundland (now Nunatsiavut, NL), claiming 22 lives.
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Historic moments that shaped the Dominion and its journey.
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📰 Quick Headlines You Shouldn’t Miss
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* The Canadian Forest Service announces the launch of a new single-window pathfinding service for the forest sector.
* A member of the Canadian Armed Forces is arrested and charged in a foreign interference investigation.
* Prime Minister Carney's government faces criticism for a potential new federal 'Return to Office' mandate.
* U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement orders 20 armoured vehicles from a Canadian defence manufacturer near Toronto.
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<div style="font-weight:bold; font-size:120%;">📜 Foundational Topics & Culture</div>
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* [[Indigenous Peoples in Canada]]
* [[Indigenous Peoples in Canada]]
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* [[Multiculturalism in Canada]]
* [[Multiculturalism in Canada]]
* [[Dominion of Canada]]
* [[Dominion of Canada]]
* [[British North America Act]]
* [[The Quiet Revolution]]
* [[Vimy Ridge]]
* [[War of 1812]]
* [[Residential Schools in Canada]]
* [[Residential Schools in Canada]]
* [[Canadian Culture]]
* [[Canada Day]] (July 1)
* [[Remembrance Day]]
* [[Hockey in Canada]]
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<div style="font-weight:bold; font-size:120%;">📊 Canada at a Glance</div>
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| style="padding:4px 0; font-weight:bold; width:45%; border:none; background:transparent !important;" | Capital City:
| style="padding:4px 0; border:none;" | Ottawa
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| style="padding:4px 0; border:none;" | A mari usque ad mare (From sea to sea)
| style="padding:4px 0; border:none; background:transparent !important;" | A mari usque ad mare (From sea to sea)
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| style="padding:4px 0; border:none;" | Federal Parliamentary Democracy under a constitutional monarchy
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| style="padding:4px 0; border:none;" | Crude Petroleum (Largest by value)
| style="padding:4px 0; border:none; background:transparent !important;" | Crude Petroleum (Largest by value)
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| style="padding:4px 0; font-weight:bold; border:none; background:transparent !important;" | Land Area:
| style="padding:4px 0; border:none;" | ~9,984,670 sq km (2nd largest in the world)
| style="padding:4px 0; border:none; background:transparent !important;" | ~9,984,670 sq km (2nd largest in the world)
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| style="padding:4px 0; border:none;" | ~41.3 million
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<div style="font-weight:bold; font-size:120%;">🗺️ Geography &amp; National Parks</div>
* [[Ottawa]] (Capital City) • [[Toronto]] • [[Montreal]]
* [[The Arctic]] • [[The Prairies]] • [[The West Coast]]
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* '''Major Cities:''' [[Vancouver]], [[Calgary]], [[Edmonton]], [[Quebec City]], [[Halifax]], [[Winnipeg]]
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* [[Ottawa]] • [[Toronto]] • [[Montreal]]
* [[The Arctic]] • [[The Prairies]]
* [[Banff National Park]]
* [[Banff National Park]]
* [[Jasper National Park]]
* [[Jasper National Park]]
* [[Gros Morne National Park]] (UNESCO Site)
* [[Gros Morne National Park]]
* [[Nahanni National Park Reserve]]
* [[Nahanni National Park Reserve]]
* [[Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve]]
* [[Vancouver]] [[Calgary]]
* [[Ivvavik National Park]]
* [[Quebec City]] [[Halifax]]
* [[Auyuittuq National Park]]
* [[Sirmilik National Park]]
* [[Yoho National Park]]
* [[Kluane National Park and Reserve]]
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📜 Facts & History
* [[Canadian Public Holidays]]
* [[Canada Day]] (July 1)
* [[Thanksgiving (Canada)]]
* [[Remembrance Day]]
* [[Canadian Culture]]
* [[Canadian English]] / [[Canadian French]]
* [[Hockey in Canada]] (National Winter Sport)
* [[Canadian Cuisine]]
* [[Mardi Gras]]
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* '''On This Day (1964):''' The **House of Commons approved the new Maple Leaf flag** design.
* '''Did You Know:''' The Canada–U.S. border is the **longest unpatrolled border** in the world (~8,890 km).
* '''Did You Know:''' The national currency, the '''Canadian Dollar''', is known as the **"Loonie."**
* '''On This Day (1985):''' The **Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms** came fully into force.
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* [[Constitutional Monarchy in Canada]]
* [[Constitutional Monarchy in Canada]]
* [[Prime Minister of Canada]]
* [[Prime Minister of Canada]]
* [[Canadian Armed Forces]]
* [[Indigenous Peoples in Canada]]
* [[Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada]]
* [[Official Bilingualism in Canada]]
* [[Official Bilingualism in Canada]]
* [[Canadian Arctic]]
* [[Government of Canada]]
* [[Federalism in Canada]]
* [[The Great Lakes]]
* [[The Great Lakes]]
* [[The Trans-Canada Highway]]
* [[The Trans-Canada Highway]]
* [[Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada]]
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Tip: Use [[Special:Search|Search]] to find provinces, historical figures, cultural facts, and more.
Tip: Use [[Special:Search|Search]] to find provinces, historical figures, cultural facts, and more.
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* Canada is the **second-largest country in the world** by total area, but most of its population lives within 300 km of the border with the United States.
* The border between Canada and the United States is the **longest unpatrolled border** in the world, stretching approximately 8,890 km.
* Canada's national currency is the '''Canadian Dollar''', affectionately known as the **"Loonie"** for the image of the common loon on the one-dollar coin.
* Canada has **two official languages**, English and French, reflecting its history as a territory once contested by two of Europe's great powers.
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Canada Today: News & Trends

📰 Current Events & Trending Topics

Headlines (December 2025)

  • December 15: **New Citizenship Rules Take Effect:** Bill C-3 resolves the **"lost Canadians"** issue and grants citizenship to many affected by outdated rules.
  • December 15: **Quantum Champions Program:** Federal government commits $92 million to four Canadian firms (Anyon, Photonic, etc.) to accelerate quantum computing development.
  • December 10: **Bank of Canada Holds Rate:** The BoC holds the key interest rate steady at **2.25%** for the final decision of the year.
  • December 6: **Vatican Indigenous Artifacts Return:** Sixty-two artifacts arrive in Montreal, a significant step in the ongoing reconciliation process.

🔥 Trending Discussions

  • Citizenship Law Relief – Wide discussion among "lost Canadians" and families abroad following the final implementation of Bill C-3.
  • Monetary Policy Debate – Homeowner and investor interest in the Bank of Canada's decision to hold the key rate and its future implications.
  • Cabinet and Energy Pact – Political reaction to the resignation of Steven Guilbeault and the appointment of Marc Miller, amid controversy over a new energy pipeline agreement.

See: Canadian current events for full archives and Canadian Political Economy for in-depth analysis.

⭐ Featured of the Day

Today’s highlight: The Canadian Museum of History – located in Gatineau, Quebec, this museum houses the definitive **Canadian History Hall**, taking visitors on a journey through millennia of the nation's stories and peoples.

📈 What Canadians Are Searching For

  1. “new Canadian citizenship law in effect”
  2. “Canada quantum initiative funding”
  3. “Bank of Canada lending rate December 2025”
  4. “Canadian dollar to US dollar exchange rate”
  5. “Indigenous artifacts return Vatican”

A snapshot of top search interest as of today.


🇨🇦 Start here
🏛️ Government & civics
📜 Foundational Topics & Culture
📊 Canada at a Glance
Capital City: Ottawa
National Motto: A mari usque ad mare (From sea to sea)
Government: Federal Parliamentary Democracy under a constitutional monarchy
Primary Export: Crude Petroleum (Largest by value)
Land Area: ~9,984,670 sq km (2nd largest in the world)
Population (2024 est.): ~41.3 million
🗺️ Geography & National Parks

📜 Facts & History

  • On This Day (1964): The **House of Commons approved the new Maple Leaf flag** design.
  • Did You Know: The Canada–U.S. border is the **longest unpatrolled border** in the world (~8,890 km).
  • Did You Know: The national currency, the Canadian Dollar, is known as the **"Loonie."**
  • On This Day (1985): The **Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms** came fully into force.
🆕 Recently Added

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