Canada meets commitment to welcome 40,000 vulnerable Afghans
The Government of Canada has a longstanding and proud tradition of welcoming the world’s most vulnerable people.
Changes to International Student Program aim to protect students
Canada is a top destination of choice for international students, thanks to our high-quality educational institutions; our welcoming, diverse society; and the opportunities to work or immigrate permanently after graduation. While international students have contributed to life on campuses across the country, they have also experienced some serious challenges navigating Canada’s International Student Program.
Minister Miller to announce steps to strengthen Canada’s International Student Program
The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will announce plans to implement several steps to strengthen Canada’s International Student Program and protect genuine students from fraud.
Statement by Minister Miller on the Office of the Auditor General’s report on processing applications for permanent residence
“On behalf of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, I welcome the Office of the Auditor General’s report on processing applications for permanent residence. The audit was conducted in 2022 and examined how IRCC processes applications as well as methods for addressing backlogs, which highlight critical aspects of our nation’s immigration policies and procedures.”
Pilot program launches to streamline work permit processing for Canadian employers recruiting in the Philippines
The Government of Canada is helping Canadian employers efficiently hire the workers they need to fill jobs and grow our economy.
Statement from Minister Miller on Canada’s commitment to support migrants in the Americas
“Earlier this year, we announced that we will welcome 15,000 migrants on a humanitarian basis from the Western Hemisphere. We are providing a path to economic opportunities to help address forced displacement, as an alternative to irregular migration. Through this initiative, we are providing regular migration pathways to people in the Americas by leveraging permanent resident humanitarian and economic pathways, and temporary work programs.”
