IMMIGRATION NEWS
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.
Canada takes action to support housing with new immigration measures
Immigration is essential to our country’s economic success and growth. To meet the growing demand for housing, Canada needs a strong construction and skilled trades workforce, and immigrants play a vital role in fulfilling these needs.
Minister Miller to make an announcement in Woodbridge
The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will hold a press conference to announce new measures to support Canada’s construction industry.
Ministers Miller and Valdez to hold a media scrum in Scarborough
The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, and the Honourable Rechie Valdez, Minister of Small Business, will hold a media scrum to discuss the new Home Care Worker Immigration Pilots.
Strengthening immigration and stopping fraud
“March is Fraud Prevention Month, a time to address the harms caused by immigration fraud both to people seeking a new life in Canada and to the integrity of our immigration system.”
Canada extends some temporary measures for Ukrainians
As Russia’s illegal invasion of Ukraine continues, Canada remains committed to supporting Ukrainians and their family members who have sought a temporary safe haven in Canada.
