Canada launches measures to support those impacted by domestic natural disasters

Canada continues to face the growing impacts of climate change, with extreme weather conditions becoming more frequent and severe. Communities across the country have responded to these challenges with resilience and strength, and the Government of Canada remains committed to supporting those affected.

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Canada extends certain work permit measures for Ukrainians

As Russia’s illegal war against Ukraine continues, Canada continues to support Ukrainian people who are here contributing to our communities and labour market.

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Canada begins new “30 days or free” guarantee for passport processing

The Government of Canada is strengthening accountability for passport processing by introducing a new guarantee for passport services.

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New immigration and asylum measures from Bill C-12 (the Strengthening Canada’s Immigration System and Borders Act) have become law

Bill C-12 received royal assent and has become law, strengthening Canada’s immigration and asylum systems in 4 key areas

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Statement from Minister Metlege Diab on the Auditor General of Canada’s report on international student reforms

“I thank the Office of the Auditor General for its audit of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s reforms to the International Student Program.”

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Statement from Minister Metlege Diab on the Auditor General of Canada’s report on international student reforms

“I thank the Office of the Auditor General for its audit of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s reforms to the International Student Program.”

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Canada is celebrating the Francophonie and investing in new initiatives to promote Francophone immigration outside Quebec

The Government of Canada has made supporting Francophone and Acadian minority communities outside Quebec a top priority. The goal is to attract and integrate skilled French-speaking and bilingual immigrants from around the world to boost population growth, meet labour needs and support economic development in these communities.

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Canada’s Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship to deliver remarks and funding announcement in Greater Sudbury

The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will deliver remarks and make a funding announcement supporting Francophone immigration in minority communities. The event is being held on International Francophonie Day. The Minister will be joined by Viviane Lapointe, Member of Parliament for Sudbury. A media availability will follow.

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Canada–Quebec collaboration on immigration

Under Canada’s constitution, responsibility for immigration is shared between the federal and provincial or territorial governments. The federal government is responsible for setting overall immigration levels, including the admission targets for each immigration category, issuing visas, and managing permanent residence and temporary foreign worker programs.

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Canada–Quebec collaboration on immigration

Under Canada’s constitution, responsibility for immigration is shared between the federal and provincial or territorial governments. The federal government is responsible for setting overall immigration levels, including the admission targets for each immigration category, issuing visas, and managing permanent residence and temporary foreign worker programs.

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