Archived Features
Public Service Recruitment Fair
The federal public service has a lot to offer. Learn more about it by consulting the Public Service Recruitment Fair page of the Privy Council Office Web site.
Digital Economy Consultation
The Government of Canada invites your views in helping to shape Canada's Digital Economy Strategy.
Learn Before You Leave!
Check our travel reports and find out about emergency assistance available abroad.
The Air Quality Health Index
This new tool helps you protect your health on a daily basis from the negative effects of air pollution.
ecoENERGY Retrofit - Homes Grant
As part of Canada's Economic Action plan, the ecoENERGY Retrofit - Homes Grant will help you save up to $5,000 on upgrades to your furnace, windows, air conditioner – and more. To qualify for the grant you must get a home energy evaluation before you renovate. Find out more!
Language Portal of Canada
Ourlanguages.gc.ca – the Language Portal of Canada is a Web site that serves as a single point of access to Canada's first national cyber-collection of language resources. Spelling, grammar, clear-writing tips, translation…it's all here.
Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA)
Saving just got a whole lot easier. Canadians have a reason to save to fulfill important lifetime goals and aspirations. Whatever your reason, the TFSA can help you achieve your objectives. Find out more now.
Canada Pension Plan Online
You can access the full range of CPP online services, including your Statement of Contributions, through My Service Canada Account.
Taxpayers' Ombudsman
An independent and impartial officer who is appointed to look at your complaints about the service provided by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).
Become a Border Services Officer
The Canada Border Services Agency ( CBSA) is looking for qualified people from a variety of backgrounds to become border services officers.
The RCMP is hiring
As an employer of choice for more than 23,000 men and women, the RCMP promises a career like no other.
Disability benefits
Canada Pension Plan Disability – Change to contributory rules for long-term contributors.
Youth Drug Prevention for Parents
Tips for parents on talking with kids about drugs. Visit drugprevention.gc.ca.
New Horizons for Seniors Program
The New Horizons for Seniors Program offers funding to help ensure that seniors are able to benefit from and contribute to the quality of life in their community through their social participation and active living.
Apprenticeship Incentive Grant
Are you an apprentice registered in a Red Seal Trade? You may be eligible for a grant. Apply now!
Canada Year Book Historical Collection 1867-1967
Canada Year Book has been the premier reference on Canadian society and economy since 1867. For more than 100 years, this highly-respected publication has been providing our nation with a reliable, detailed portrait of Canada and its people. Now you can explore Canada Year Book, 1867 through 1967, free online.
Common Experience Payment (CEP)
The Common Experience Payment ( CEP) is a component of the Indian Residential Schools Settlement Agreement. It recognizes the experience of residing at an Indian Residential School and its impacts.
Just the Facts
These facts help dispel myths and misconceptions as well as raise awareness about HRSDC and Service Canada programs.
Services for People with Disabilities Guide
This guide features more than 60 resources for people with disabilities, their families and their caregivers.
Success Stories
These success stories demonstrate how Canadians are receiving the help they need and benefiting from the programs and services we deliver, such as Canada Summer Jobs.
Discover Aboriginal culture
The Virtual Museum of Canada brings together museums from across Canada that showcase Aboriginal people through fascinating virtual exhibits, online activities and an assortment of images.
Buying a vehicle in the U.S.? Get the Facts!
Before buying a vehicle in the U.S., make sure it meets Canadian motor vehicle safety standards and is on the List of Vehicles Admissible from the United States.
Temporary Foreign Worker Program
The Temporary Foreign Worker Program is always seeking new ways to make sure employers and employees get what they need quickly and efficiently. The program is currently responding to unprecedented volumes of applications.
Same-sex CPP Survivor's Pension
Information about the Supreme Court of Canada's decision in the Hislop and Brogaard class action.
Canadian Citizenship
Recent media reports, and the need to have a passport to fly to the United States, have put Canadian citizenship issues in the spotlight. Citizenship and Immigration Canada is taking several steps to address this situation.
Federal Tax Credit for Public Transit Passes
Effective July 1, 2006, the Government of Canada is encouraging Canadians to use public transit with a tax credit on the cost of monthly or longer duration transit passes.
Chemical Substances
Canada's New Government intends to commit $300 million over four years to implement the Chemicals Management Plan. To provide Canadians with the latest information about hazardous chemicals, the government is also launching a new Web portal.
Canada's New Food Guide
Health Canada has published a new version of Canada's Food Guide which now takes into account gender, age and vegetarian diets. The guide is accompanied by a Web site which features interactive tools and a wealth of information.
Save and Plan for Your Children's Education
There's no denying the value of an education for your child. See how taking a few small steps today can make all the difference tomorrow.
Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI)
As of January 23, 2007, a new American law will require everyone entering the United States by air to have a passport. The U.S. Government has announced the final rule for travel by air to the United States under the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI).
Canada's Universal Child Care Plan
The Universal Child Care Benefit (UCCB), which provides parents with more choice in child care, came into effect on July 1.