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As of March 1, 2026, Canada has changed and extended its special measures for Iranian nationals in the country—now limited to certain work permit hold...
On March 4, 2026, the office of Prime Minister Mark Carney announced the appointment of a new deputy minister of immigration, refugees, and citizenshi...
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration depar...
Beginning April 1, 2026, Canadian citizens can expect to have their passport applications processed within 30 business days, or receive their passport...
Millions of citizens of the United States are now eligible to claim dual citizenship with Canada, and can thereby obtain Canadian passports. Schedule ...
Pursuing a one-year diploma, in Canada or abroad, can significantly increase your chance of receiving an invitation to apply (ITA) through the Express...
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration depar...
A vastly different set of foreign nationals is being prioritized for Canadian permanent residence under the Express Entry trade occupations category, ...
Indian nationals wishing to study in Canada can now benefit from millions of dollars in scholarship rewards, facilitated study pathways, and even hybr...
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration depar...
“March is Fraud Prevention Month—a time to highlight the importance of protecting people and safeguarding the integrity of Canada’s immigration system...
Speaking notes for the Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship: Prioritizing top talent in 2026 Express Entry ...
Canada is taking back control to return immigration to sustainable levels, while ensuring it continues to support the economy. As global competition f...
A resilient Canadian economy depends on a highly skilled workforce. Immigration helps fill critical labour gaps in priority industries where there is ...
The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will make an announcement related to immigration Express Entry ca...
Francophone and Acadian minority communities outside Quebec contribute to the economy, culture and vitality of the French language in Canada. Francoph...
The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will make an announcement regarding immigration in Francophone mi...
“Today, we recognize the courage and contributions of migrants who help strengthen Canada’s communities and economy. Their skills, resilience and dete...
Before Bill C-3 came into effect, Canada’s Citizenship Act limited the passing on of citizenship to the first-generation for people born or adopted ab...
The Government of Canada is committed to making Canadian citizenship law fair, clear and reflective of how Canadian families live today, both in and o...
In support of the Budget 2025 commitment to fill critical labour gaps with high-skilled talent, the Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigrat...
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is proud to join Canadians in celebrating Canada’s role as a co host of the FIFA World Cup 26™ wit...
The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will announce new measures to support Canada’s health workforce.
As announced in Budget 2025, the Government of Canada wants to focus immigration where it delivers the greatest impact to fill labour gaps, strengthen...
The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will announce a number of innovative projects to strengthen immig...
The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship today announced that Canada has lifted the visa requirement for ci...
November 21, 2025—Ottawa—Canada has taken an important step toward modernizing its citizenship laws. Canadians excluded under outdated rules will have...
Climate action is not only a moral responsibility—it’s an economic necessity.
The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will host an event in Halifax, to make a Budget 2025 climate comp...
IRCC to hold media technical briefing on immigration levels
IRCC to hold media technical briefing on immigration levels
The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, issued the following statement to recognize National Francophone ...
The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will make an announcement in Halifax
Canada extends temporary measures for Palestinians in Canada
Canada’s new government has a mandate to build a strong economy by attracting the best talent in the world and filling key labour shortages.
The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will welcome 20 of Canada’s newest citizens from four countries. ...
As Canada’s climate continues to warm faster than the global average, extreme weather conditions will become more frequent and severe. This will contr...
“Canada Day is a time to reflect on who we are as a country and to celebrate the people, cultures, and values that bring us together. From coast to co...
Minister Diab to participate in a Canada Day citizenship ceremony in Halifax
“On World Refugee Day, Canada reaffirms its commitment to meet humanitarian needs, address the root causes of forced displacement and find lasting sol...
Canadian citizenship lies at the heart of what it means to be Canadian, providing a sense of belonging and connection to a diverse, inclusive, and dem...
Canada’s Citizenship Act contains a first-generation limit to citizenship by descent for individuals born abroad, which generally means that a Canadia...
The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, issued the following statement today to mark the start of Citizen...
Francophone immigration plays a crucial role in growing the Canadian economy, in promoting the vitality of Francophone minority communities and in mee...
The Honourable Rachel Bendayan, in her first ceremony as Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will welcome 64 of Canada’s newest citizen...
“Canadian citizenship is highly valued around the world. As Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, I’m committed to making the citizenship...
Immigration is fundamental to Canada’s prosperity. That’s why in the Fall, through the 2025 to 2027 Immigration Levels Plan, I laid out and announced ...
Immigration is essential to our country’s economic success and growth. To meet the growing demand for housing, Canada needs a strong construction and ...
The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will hold a press conference to announce new measures to support Canada...
The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, and the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Small Business, will hold...
“March is Fraud Prevention Month, a time to address the harms caused by immigration fraud both to people seeking a new life in Canada and to the integ...
CANCELLED: The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will hold a press conference to announce new measures to sup...
Immigration is essential to supporting Canada’s economic growth. As labour requirements in key sectors continue to evolve, it’s important that Canada’...
As Russia's illegal invasion of Ukraine continues, Canada remains committed to supporting Ukrainians and their family members who have sought a tempor...
Canada’s approach to immigration supports community needs, economic objectives and humanitarian responsibilities. A key part of these responsibilities...
The International Experience Canada (IEC) Program empowers young Canadians with opportunities abroad that will help shape their future. IEC facilitate...
Rural and Francophone minority communities make vital contributions to Canada’s economy and culture, but they frequently face unique labour market and...
Canada remains deeply concerned about the catastrophic conditions faced by people in Gaza. While it is extremely difficult for people to exit Gaza at ...
Measures to strengthen border security and Canada’s immigration system
Today, the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of Public Safety, and the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship,...
The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, and the Honourable David McGuinty, Minister of Public Safety, will hold...
The Government of Canada is committed to strengthening the integrity of the country’s immigration system and bringing some of the world’s best and bri...
As we welcome hockey players from around the world to Canada for the 2025 IIHF World Junior Championship, the Honourable Jenna Sudds, Minister of Fami...
As the world evolves, more people than ever are making the life-changing decision to leave their homes in search of safety and opportunity. Migrants a...
Canada’s diverse and inclusive society, high-quality educational institutions and potential opportunities to work or immigrate after graduation have m...
he Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will hold a media scrum following a speaking program with the Greater Va...
The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship made the following statement to celebrate National Francophone Immigrati...
The situation in Lebanon remains volatile and unpredictable due to violent and intensifying clashes between Israel and Hezbollah, including daily rock...
Canada is committed to supporting those affected by the tragic event involving Ukraine International Airlines Flight 752 (PS752).
Immigration is essential for our country’s economy and accounts for almost 100% of Canada’s labour force growth. In response to the global pandemic an...
Each year, the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship tables the Immigration Levels Plan, a forward-looking snapshot of immigration targets...
Today, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced the 2025–2027 Immigration Levels Plan: a plan that wil...
IRCC to provide media technical briefing on Immigration Levels
Canada remains deeply concerned about the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, and the scale of the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Since Hamas’ te...
The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will welcome 80 of Canada’s newest citizens from 15 different countries...
Colonial borders have had profound impacts on Indigenous Peoples. They have put stress on families, kinship, cultural ties, traditional practices, lan...
The federal government is committed to supporting critical sectors in regional economies while providing skilled workers with clear pathways to perman...
Earlier this year, I gave Canadians an update on the status of Canada’s immigration system and our ongoing work to make it more efficient and sustaina...
Canada has a long and proud history of welcoming newcomers from around the world who support our economy and enrich our country. In response to labour...
Immigration must be responsive to our country’s needs. Setting goals and targets for immigration is a critical part of how we support a well-managed, ...
The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, and The Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Employment, Workforc...
“By celebrating our strengths and differences, we create a community where everyone feels included and valued. With the exception of Indigenous People...
The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will welcome 61 of Canada’s newest citizens from 24 countries in a cere...
Francophone immigration plays a crucial role in strengthening our national identity. This is why Canada is redoubling its efforts to welcome French-sp...
The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will announce the addition of new communities to the Welcoming Francoph...
Last year, Canada experienced the worst wildfire season on record, which threatened the health, safety and economic stability of people in Canada and ...
The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will welcome 400 of Canada’s newest citizens from 65 different countrie...
The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will welcome 25 of Canada’s newest citizens from six countries. The cer...
On Canada Day, we celebrate our freedoms and reflect on our rights and responsibilities as Canadian citizens. We remember and honour the shared histor...
The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will welcome 24 of Canada’s newest citizens from 6 countries at a cerem...
Growing communities need more infrastructure. Community facilities, like libraries and cultural and recreation centres, are essential spaces where Can...
The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will highlight investments in Budget 2024.
A safe and secure flow of goods and people across the Canada–United States border is critical to North America’s economy and the close person-to-perso...
Canada honours and shows solidarity with refugees worldwide
Caregivers from abroad are invaluable to Canadian families. Their hard work makes a difference in the lives of those they care for, including children...
The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will hold a media scrum to discuss the caregiver program.
We remain deeply concerned about the humanitarian tragedy unfolding in Gaza. Many people are worried about their loved ones and have expressed signifi...
As the security situation in Haiti remains volatile, the Government of Canada continues to take action to help people who have been impacted by the vi...
We can become citizens in different ways. Some of us are lucky enough to be born in Canada. Others are newcomers who chose Canada, join our communitie...
Canadian citizenship is highly valued around the world. It provides the right to vote, to run for political office and to hold a Canadian passport. Fo...
The Citizenship Act contains a first-generation limit to citizenship by descent, which means that a Canadian citizen parent can pass on citizenship to...
The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will hold a media scrum regarding the introduction of a citizenship bil...
Rural and Francophone minority communities are key to both Canada’s long-term growth and our linguistic vitality. However, these communities face uniq...
To celebrate Citizenship Week, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will welcome 50 of Canada’s newest citiz...
I’m happy to be joined by Jeremy Harrison from the Government of Saskatchewan [Minister of Trade and Export Development, Immigration and Career Traini...
The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, issued the following statement to mark the start of Citizenship Week, w...
The Forum of Ministers Responsible for Immigration (FMRI) met today to discuss Canada’s immigration levels planning for 2025–2027.
To celebrate Citizenship Week, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will welcome 40 of Canada’s newest citiz...
The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, alongside his provincial and territorial counterparts, will be availabl...
Regional economic immigration programs support the sustainable growth and economic stability of our country, and contribute significantly to the cultu...
