Ottawa, January 1, 2022—The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, issued the following statement: “Today marks the 75th anniversary of the Canadian Citizenship Act, a major moment in Canada’s history and a milestone on our journey to full independence and…
Speaking Notes for the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship: Announcement of the Permanent Atlantic Immigration Program From: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada Speech Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Sean Fraser announces the Permanent Atlantic Immigration…
Government reaches target of 401,000 new permanent residents in 2021 December 23, 2021—Ottawa—With the significant exception of Indigenous people, all Canadians originally come from somewhere else. The story of immigration fills many chapters in the history of Canada—including the most…
Canada marks International Migrants Day From: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada Statement “For as long as we can remember, freedom of movement has provided human beings with a greater quality of life to meet their changing needs. On this International…
Permanent Atlantic Immigration Program to attract workers and drive economic growth From: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada News release Immigration is vital to the future of communities across the country, and nowhere more so than Atlantic Canada. Over the past…
Free replacement of travel and immigration documents for flood-affected British Columbia residents From: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada News release Canadians everywhere have been watching with worry as the people of British Columbia keep facing extreme climatic events like catastrophic…
Minister Fraser marks International Human Rights Day From: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada Statement Canada has a long, proud tradition of standing up for human rights at home and abroad. On this International Human Rights Day, we join our friends…
Minister Fraser concludes successful first visit to Guatemala From: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada Statement I was pleased today to conclude a productive visit to Guatemala. As the current Chair of the Central America and Mexico Comprehensive Regional Protection and…
Minister Fraser welcomes home Afghan refugees arriving today From: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada News release As a founding member of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), which is a major contributor to international peace and security, Canada is taking…
Canada launches new initiative to protect vulnerable women and girls in Central America From: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada News release As a friend, ally and regional partner, Canada is committed to helping countries in the northern part of Central America…