The Government of Canada is committed to making life simpler and more convenient for Canadians. This includes a modern passport program that delivers secure user‑friendly digital services that save time, reduce in‑person visits and make passport renewal easier. Today, on behalf of the Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, the Honourable... Read More

The Government of Canada is committed to making life simpler and more convenient for Canadians. This includes a modern passport program that delivers secure, user‑friendly digital services that save time, reduce in‑person visits and make passport renewal easier. Today, the Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced that online passport renewal... Read More

The Government of Canada is lowering costs for families by strengthening the Canada Child Benefit (CCB). The CCB is a monthly tax-free payment to help them with the costs of raising children. Today in Nova Scotia, on behalf of the Honourable Anna Gainey, Secretary of State (Children and Youth), the Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister... Read More

Canada is making Francophone immigration a force that unites communities and recognizes the contribution of Francophone and bilingual newcomers throughout the Francophonie. With this in mind, to promote the demographic and economic development of communities in the Northwest Territories, the governments of Canada and the Northwest Territories are working together to ensure the retention of qualified... Read More

The Government of Canada is focused on building a stronger economy and making life more affordable for Canadians. Today, Peter Fragiskatos, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, on behalf of the Honourable Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, highlighted the launch of the National Food Security Strategy. Backed by more... Read More

Canada is committed to supporting Francophone immigration and is focused on attracting and retaining the world’s best talent. As Francophone minority communities face significant demographic and economic challenges, the governments of Canada and Manitoba are joining forces to strengthen official language minority communities by addressing their labour needs and fostering their economic and linguistic vitality.... Read More

The Forum of Ministers Responsible for Immigration (FMRI) met today to advance collaboration on the 2027–2029 Immigration Levels Plan and discuss federal–provincial–territorial (FPT) priorities. They discussed returning immigration to sustainable levels while considering regional, rural and northern contexts, addressing labour shortages, reinforcing key economic sectors, and supporting communities across the country. Ministers also discussed the... Read More

Building on recent measures to strengthen Canada’s immigration and asylum systems, and recent decreases in asylum claim volumes, the Government of Canada is taking further action to maintain a fair, orderly and well-managed asylum system. Today, the Government of Canada published proposed regulations to implement recent asylum reforms introduced through the Strengthening Canada’s Immigration System... Read More

Canada and the French overseas collectivity of Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon share strong travel, tourism and economic ties, particularly in Atlantic Canada. We work closely to support safe, efficient travel while strengthening the security and integrity of our shared travel routes. As of 1:00 a.m. Eastern Time on June 5, 2026, most visa-exempt foreign nationals travelling to Canada... Read More

As Canada continues to deepen its trade, investment and strategic partnerships across the Indo‑Pacific, the Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced today that Canada will make changes to visa requirements for eligible citizens from Indonesia and Malaysia starting tomorrow, May 26, 2026, at 5:30 a.m. Eastern Time. Strengthening Canada’s engagement... Read More