March 3, 2023—Manila, Philippines Given the importance of the Indo-Pacific region and its impact on Canadians, a comprehensive and inclusive strategy is crucial to guide Canada’s actions. To this end, Canada is investing in fostering ties between Canadians and the region as part of its Indo-Pacific Strategy. Rechie Valdez, Member of Parliament for Mississauga, announced … Continue reading Operations centre opened in the Philippines to boost global immigration processing capacity to Canada
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Government of Canada increases sponsorship opportunities for Sponsorship Agreement Holders
Ottawa, February 17, 2023 Canada continues to be a global leader in refugee resettlement and integration. Since the Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) Program was launched over 4 decades ago, Canadians and permanent residents have come together to offer protection and a safe, permanent home for tens of thousands of refugees each year. Key to the program’s … Continue reading Government of Canada increases sponsorship opportunities for Sponsorship Agreement Holders
Canada to reduce work experience requirements for caregivers and provide pathways to permanent residence
February 10, 2023, Ontario For decades, caregivers from abroad have played an invaluable role in supporting families in Canada. In recognizing their immense sacrifices, Canada has offered pathways to permanent residence in return. On behalf of the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, members of Parliament Salma Zahid and Rechie Valdez today announced … Continue reading Canada to reduce work experience requirements for caregivers and provide pathways to permanent residence
Canada extends and expands open work permit program for Hong Kong residents
February 6, 2023—Scarborough, Ontario Canada continues to stand by Hong Kong residents and supports the freedom and democracy that are cherished by many. The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced today that Canada is extending and expanding the open work permit program for eligible Hong Kong residents. Canada is extending the deadline to … Continue reading Canada extends and expands open work permit program for Hong Kong residents
BREAKING RECORD: Highest Number of Francophone Newcomers Welcomed to Canada since 2006
January 23, 2023—Sturgeon Falls, Ontario The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, Marie-France Lalonde, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister, and Marc G. Serré, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Official Languages, were at École secondaire catholique Franco-Cité in Sturgeon Falls to announce that Canada has achieved its target of 4.4% of French-speaking immigrants … Continue reading BREAKING RECORD: Highest Number of Francophone Newcomers Welcomed to Canada since 2006
UPDATES: Canadians affected by Hurricane Fiona to get free replacement documents
The Government of Canada is continuing to take concrete actions to help people directly affected by Hurricane Fiona, in addition to the assistance provided through the Hurricane Fiona Recovery Fund. Today, January 20, 2023, the Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Official Languages and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, on behalf of … Continue reading UPDATES: Canadians affected by Hurricane Fiona to get free replacement documents
BREAKING! International Experience Canada program is open to welcome international youth to Canada
International Experience Canada program is now open! Today, January 9, 2023, it was announced that the IEC program is open. International youth contribute valuable and diverse skills to Canada's economy when they come from abroad to gain meaningful work and life experiences here. Similarly, Canadian youth benefit from working and travelling abroad and coming home … Continue reading BREAKING! International Experience Canada program is open to welcome international youth to Canada
Home Child Care Provider Pilot and Home Support Worker Pilot: Changes for the 2023 application process
Be prepared! On January 1, 2023 at 9:00 AM, applicants will be able to submit their Permanent Residence applications under these two programs: Home Child Care Provider pilotHome Support Worker pilot Applicants must be aware that there are some changes for this year and to pay attention to the CAP that may be filled within … Continue reading Home Child Care Provider Pilot and Home Support Worker Pilot: Changes for the 2023 application process
Quebec Immigration – To strengthen Francophone economic immigration – Entrepreneurs and self-employed workers
QUEBEC CITY, Dec. 21, 2022 - After the Premier of Quebec's inaugural speech and with the will to act to curb the decline of French in Quebec, the Minister of Immigration, Francisation and Integration , Ms. Christine Fréchette, makes a first step to strengthen the permanent immigration of Francophones to Quebec. As of December 28, … Continue reading Quebec Immigration – To strengthen Francophone economic immigration – Entrepreneurs and self-employed workers
RECORD YEAR – backlogs during COVID-19 pandemic reduced by nearly half a million applications in 4 months
Immigration is critical to Canada’s economy and our communities, and it is a large part of our identity as Canadians. Newcomers helped build our country, were on the front lines as we battled the pandemic, and remain key to our success. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has been taking steady action to strengthen Canada’s … Continue reading RECORD YEAR – backlogs during COVID-19 pandemic reduced by nearly half a million applications in 4 months
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