IMMIGRATION NEWS
Minister Diab to participate in a citizenship ceremony in Calgary
The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will welcome 20 of Canada’s newest citizens from four countries. The ceremony will be presided by Citizenship Judge James Clover.
Canada launches measures to support those affected by 2025 wildfires
As Canada’s climate continues to warm faster than the global average, extreme weather conditions will become more frequent and severe. This will contribute to increased drought and wildfire risks, which threaten the health, safety and economic stability of people and communities in Canada. The Government of Canada is committed to supporting those affected across the country.
Statement by Minister Diab on Canada Day
“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 coast to coast, Canadians can mark this day with pride in our shared commitment to democracy, equality and building a better future.”
Minister Diab to participate in a Canada Day citizenship ceremony in Halifax
Minister Diab to participate in a Canada Day citizenship ceremony in Halifax
Canada marks World Refugee Day with solidarity
“On World Refugee Day, Canada reaffirms its commitment to meet humanitarian needs, address the root causes of forced displacement and find lasting solutions for refugees and other displaced people. We honour their strength and resilience, and recognize the important contributions they make in the communities that welcome them.”
Bill C-3: An Act to amend the Citizenship Act (2025)
Canada’s Citizenship Act contains a first-generation limit to citizenship by descent for individuals born abroad, which generally means that a Canadian citizen parent can only pass on citizenship to a child born outside Canada if the parent was either born or naturalized in Canada before the birth of the child. Canadians born or naturalized in Canada before adopting a child abroad can apply for a direct grant of citizenship for the adopted child
The Government of Canada introduces citizenship by descent legislation for Canadians
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 democratic nation. For many newcomers to Canada, citizenship is key to integration and we are committed to making the citizenship process as fair and transparent as possible.
Celebrating Canadian Citizenship: Diversity, Resilience and a Shared Future
The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, issued the following statement today to mark the start of Citizenship Week, which runs from May 26 to June 1, 2025:
The Government of Canada is investing more than $9.3 million to support Francophone minority communities
Francophone immigration plays a crucial role in growing the Canadian economy, in promoting the vitality of Francophone minority communities and in meeting labour needs across the country.
Minister Bendayan to participate in a Citizenship Ceremony to mark International Francophonie Day
The Honourable Rachel Bendayan, in her first ceremony as Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will welcome 64 of Canada’s newest citizens from 31 different countries at this special ceremony to mark International Francophonie Day. MJ Quraishi will preside over the ceremony.
Canada to request a further extension to maintain first-generation limit to Canadian citizenship by descent
“Canadian citizenship is highly valued around the world. As Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, I’m committed to making the citizenship process as fair and transparent as possible”
Speaking notes for the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship: Canada takes action to support housing with new immigration measures
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 a comprehensive approach to immigration planning that’s aimed at supporting responsible population growth while balancing the challenges facing many communities in Canada.
