Extension of temporary measures to support Turkish and Syrian temporary residents
Following the devastating earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria in February 2023, the Government of Canada introduced measures to support Turkish and Syrian temporary residents in... Read More
Closure of Temporary Visa Application Centres
The Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET) was launched on March 17, 2022, to provide Ukrainians and their immediate family members the opportunity... Read More
Canada announces first-ever category-based selection invitations for newcomers with work experience in agriculture and agri-food
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada announced changes to Express Entry through category-based selection on May 31, 2023. These changes will help address... Read More
Automation tools to improve processing for work permit extensions and PGWPs
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is expanding its use of proven automation technologies to process work permit extensions and post-graduation work... Read More
Canada announces first-ever category-based selection invitations for newcomers with work experience in transport
On May 31, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada announced changes to Express Entry through category-based selection. These changes will help address labour... Read More
Survey of Sponsors under the Refugee Resettlement Program
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is conducting a survey of sponsors under the Refugee Resettlement Program. About the survey The department... Read More
Family
Parents and Grandparents Program re-opens this fall
Family reunification is a pillar of Canada’s immigration system. Canada remains committed to helping Canadian citizens and permanent residents sponsor their loved... Read More
Changes to the pre-removal risk assessment for Sudan
Individuals from Sudan may now be eligible to apply for a pre‑removal risk assessment (PRRA) if they received a negative final decision... Read More
Minister Miller highlights new tax-free first home savings account that helps Canadians reach their goals of home ownership faster
As house prices have climbed, saving for a down payment is out of reach for many Canadians, particularly young people. Today, the... Read More
Canada and Iceland sign youth mobility arrangement
The Government of Canada is committed to providing Canadian youth with opportunities to gain international experience and perspectives, as they are particularly... Read More
