IMMIGRATION NEWS
Statement from Minister Fraser concerning reports of international student fraud
Today, the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship (IRCC), issued the following statement:
“There have been recent reports of international students and graduates facing removal from Canada, after letters of acceptance submitted as part of their study permit application were determined to be fraudulent.”
Minister Fraser to address recent reports of international student fraud
The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will hold a media scrum to address recent reports of fraudulent acceptance letters affecting international students and graduates in Canada.
Canada opens new economic immigration streams for skilled refugees and other displaced people
Refugees and other displaced individuals are forced to restart their lives when they flee their home country, but they should not have to start from scratch, particularly when it comes to acquiring skills, training, experience and education. Through the Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot (EMPP), Canada is tapping into talent that is too often overlooked by creating more opportunities for skilled refugees and other displaced individuals to immigrate and to use their education, training and experience to continue their careers in Canada.
Canadian businesses welcome changes to the Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot (EMPP)
The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced that Canada was launching a new federal economic pathway under the EMPP to help Canadian employers hire skilled refugees and other displaced individuals.
Free replacement documents for Canadians and special measures for people affected by severe wildfires
With the country experiencing an unprecedented wildfire season, the Government of Canada is urgently mobilizing to help support communities and the people who live in them. This includes help for Canadians and for people who are crucial to the rebuilding effort.
Echo announcement at Freedom Toronto regarding Rainbow Railroad
The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will attend the Freedom Toronto event.
Eligible travellers from 13 more countries now qualify for an electronic travel authorization
On June 6, 2023, the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced the addition of 13 countries to the electronic travel authorization (eTA) program. Travellers from these countries who have either held a Canadian visa in the last 10 years or who currently hold a valid United States non-immigrant visa can now apply for an eTA instead of a visa when travelling to Canada by air. Effective today, eligible travellers from these countries can benefit from the program.
Eligible travellers from 13 more countries now qualify for visa-free travel to Canada
Canada is a destination of choice for people looking to visit, do business or reunite with family and friends. That’s why we are committed to improving our immigration programs and services by making them more efficient and equitable for people around the world.
Minister Fraser to visit Winnipeg for immigration announcement and a special citizenship ceremony
The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will visit Winnipeg for an immigration announcement and a special citizenship ceremony.
Canada invites over 13,500 new Canadians during Citizenship Week
Every year, Citizenship Week is a chance to celebrate new citizens and all that it means to be Canadian.
Canada launches new process to welcome skilled newcomers with work experience in priority jobs as permanent residents
With employers eagerly seeking to fill countless vacant positions across the country, immigration emerges as a vital piece to solving this puzzle. Recognizing this reality, the Government of Canada is building an immigration system that acts as a catalyst for growth, empowering businesses, helping address their labour needs and strengthening French communities. When combined, these efforts will ensure Canadians benefit from economic and social prosperity for years to come.
Canada welcomes over 13,500 new Canadians during Citizenship Week
Every year, Citizenship Week is a chance to celebrate new citizens and all that it means to be Canadian.
