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November 15, 2024—Ottawa—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. Over the past year, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship… Continue reading New International Student Program regulations take effect

Minister Miller to hold media scrum following a discussion with the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade From: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada Media advisory 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… Continue reading Minister Miller to hold media scrum following a discussion with the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade

Minister Miller celebrates National Francophone Immigration Week by highlighting the vital importance of Francophone immigration to Canada From: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada Statement The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship made the following statement to celebrate National Francophone Immigration Week. Ottawa, November 4, 2024—The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and… Continue reading Minister Miller celebrates National Francophone Immigration Week by highlighting the vital importance of Francophone immigration to Canada

October 30, 2024—Ottawa—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.… Continue reading Temporary measures to support people affected by the crisis in Lebanon

New pathway to permanent residence for families of the victims of flight PS752 From: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada News release Canada is committed to supporting those affected by the tragic event involving Ukraine International Airlines Flight 752 (PS752). October 28, 2024—Ottawa— Canada continues to stand with those affected by the tragic downing of Ukraine… Continue reading New pathway to permanent residence for families of the victims of flight PS752

Speaking notes for the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship: Government of Canada reduces immigration From: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada Speech 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… Continue reading Speaking notes for the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship: Government of Canada reduces immigration

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. The plan provides permanent resident admissions targets for 2025, with notional commitments for 2026 and 2027. For the first time, we’re extending our levels plan to also include targets for… Continue reading 2025–2027 Immigration Levels Plan

Government of Canada reduces immigration From: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada News release 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,… Continue reading Government of Canada reduces immigration

IRCC to provide media technical briefing on Immigration Levels From: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada Media advisory IRCC to provide media technical briefing on Immigration Levels Ottawa, October 23, 2024—Departmental officials from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada will hold a virtual technical briefing for media following Minister Miller’s announcement. Date: Thursday, October 24, 2024 Time: 12:00 p.m.… Continue reading IRCC to provide media technical briefing on Immigration Levels

Financial assistance for Gazans arriving in Canada From: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada News release 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… Continue reading Financial assistance for Gazans arriving in Canada