Today, Ministers Mendicino and Monsef welcomed the first group of Afghan refugees. They will be resettled through a special immigration program for individuals and their families who provided support to Canada’s efforts in Afghanistan. Many refugees need help getting settled in Canada. If you’d like to help refugees arriving in Canada, learn more about how... Read More

Many refugees need extra help getting settled in Canada. Supportive social networks and service provider organizations are a key part of this. Through these networks and organizations, refugees can get information find housing and jobs improve their language skills get involved in the community gain critical cultural knowledge receive emotional and other support If you’d... Read More

The Forum of Ministers Responsible for Immigration (FMRI) met virtually today to discuss the future of immigration in Canada as the country looks towards growth and economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. Although the pandemic created some disruptions to Canada’s immigration system, Ministers in attendance had an opportunity to reflect on lessons learned and to... Read More

Many brave Afghans made incredible contributions to Canada’s efforts in Afghanistan—often at great personal risk. While over 800 were able to resettle in Canada over the past decade, many are still in Afghanistan. With the situation in the country deteriorating rapidly, many have become Taliban targets due to their work. The Government of Canada is... Read More

Canada’s Parents and Grandparents (PGP) Program is unique in the world. It gives families the chance to reunite here, providing them the opportunity to thrive in this country. Family reunification plays a significant role in attracting, retaining and integrating immigrants who contribute to our success as a country. Building on the success of the PGP... Read More

The work of human rights defenders is essential to promote and protect the human rights of people around the world. Too often, they put their own lives at risk to denounce injustices and hold the powerful to account. Our country has a long and proud tradition of providing protection to those at risk. As a... Read More