On World Refugee Day, Canada recognizes the 75th anniversary of the 1951 Refugee Convention and the international refugee protection system it created, including the principle that people have the right to seek safety from persecution. Powered by WPeMatico
Building on recent measures to strengthen Canada’s immigration and asylum systems, and recent decreases in asylum claim volumes, the Government of Canada is taking further action to maintain a fair, orderly and well-managed asylum system. Powered by WPeMatico
As part of Canada’s Border Plan, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada and its partners have strengthened screening, increased information sharing, and enhanced fraud detection to help identify non-genuine travellers and protect the integrity of Canada’s immigration and asylum systems. In 2025, Canada also strengthened authorities to cancel eTAs, visas, and work or study permits in […]
The Government of Canada is seeking to diversify Canada’s trade partners to support a stronger, more resilient economy. Safely increasing mobility between Canada and its trade partners helps support these efforts. Powered by WPeMatico
As Canada continues to deepen its trade, investment and strategic partnerships across the Indo Pacific, the Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced today that Canada will make changes to visa requirements for eligible citizens from Indonesia and Malaysia starting tomorrow, May 26, 2026, at 5:30 a.m. Eastern Time. Powered by […]
In Budget 2025, we outlined our plan to build Canada Strong. Powered by WPeMatico
The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will hold a press conference in Dartmouth to highlight housing investments from the Spring Economic Update 2026: Canada Strong For All that will help build more homes in Nova Scotia by growing the skilled workforce, speeding up construction and supporting modern methods of construction. […]
Canada is working with partners around the world to strengthen migration systems and address shared challenges. This week, the Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, led Canada’s delegation to the International Migration Review Forum (IMRF) 2026 at the United Nations Headquarters in New York. Powered by WPeMatico
As part of its ongoing work with international partners, Canada is investing in projects that help improve how migration is managed around the world. These investments support safe, orderly and regular migration, while also helping countries better integrate newcomers. This includes supporting better migration systems, training officials, and expanding safe and regular pathways for people […]
The Government of Canada is strengthening protections for people seeking immigration and citizenship advice by improving access to trustworthy, quality representation. Today, the Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced new regulations that have come into force to enhance the oversight of immigration and citizenship consultants in Canada. Powered by WPeMatico