IMMIGRATION NEWS
Citizenship ceremony at the 2025 IIHF World Junior Championship
As we welcome hockey players from around the world to Canada for the 2025 IIHF World Junior Championship, the Honourable Jenna Sudds, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, on behalf of the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will welcome 26 new Canadians from 14 different countries. Citizenship Judge Rania Sfeir will preside over the ceremony, as candidates take the Oath of Citizenship at this special ceremony hosted by Hockey Canada.
Statement for International Migrants Day
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 and refugees bring skills, innovation and cultural diversity, enriching communities and strengthening economies. International Migrants Day gives us an opportunity to reflect on the many contributions of newcomers to Canada and to reaffirm our commitment to protecting migrants’ rights, fostering their inclusion in society and building meaningful connections within their new communities.
New International Student Program regulations take effect
Canada’s diverse and inclusive society, high-quality educational institutions and potential opportunities to work or immigrate after graduation have made Canada a leading destination for students from around the world. The International Student Program must be sustainable, and students must be protected from abuse within the system.
Minister Miller to hold media scrum following a discussion with the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade
he Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will hold a media scrum following a speaking program with the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade, which will focus on the 2024 Annual Report to Parliament on Immigration Levels.
Minister Miller celebrates National Francophone Immigration Week by highlighting the vital importance of Francophone immigration to Canada
The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship made the following statement to celebrate National Francophone Immigration Week.
Temporary measures to support people affected by the crisis in Lebanon
The situation in Lebanon remains volatile and unpredictable due to violent and intensifying clashes between Israel and Hezbollah, including daily rocket and missile fire as well as air strikes. As conditions continue to worsen, the Government of Canada remains fully engaged and is focused on the safety and security of Canadians in the region.
New pathway to permanent residence for families of the victims of flight PS752
Canada is committed to supporting those affected by the tragic event involving Ukraine International Airlines Flight 752 (PS752).
Speaking notes for the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship: Government of Canada reduces immigration
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 and labour shortages, we brought in temporary measures to attract some of the world’s best and brightest to study and work in Canada, which supported the urgent needs of businesses.
Government of Canada reduces immigration
Today, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced the 2025–2027 Immigration Levels Plan: a plan that will pause population growth in the short term to achieve well-managed, sustainable growth in the long term. For the first time ever, the levels plan includes controlled targets for temporary residents, specifically international students and foreign workers, as well as for permanent residents.
2025–2027 Immigration Levels Plan
Each year, the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship tables the Immigration Levels Plan, a forward-looking snapshot of immigration targets for the next three years.
IRCC to provide media technical briefing on Immigration Levels
IRCC to provide media technical briefing on Immigration Levels
Financial assistance for Gazans arriving in Canada
Canada remains deeply concerned about the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, and the scale of the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Since Hamas’ terrorist attack on October 7, 2023, Canada has been actively working to support family members of Canadians and permanent residents from the region, as well as Israelis and Palestinians already in Canada.
