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 to come to Canada as temporary residents for up to three years. With the launch of the program, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada opened temporary visa application centres (VACs) in Bratislava (Slovakia), Budapest... 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 labour shortages and support economic goals by inviting candidates with specific work experience or French language ability to apply for permanent residence. The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, and... 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 permits (PGWPs) more efficiently. New automated tools will be used to help process work permit extensions and PGWP applications according to their complexity, which will help enable quicker decisions for some applicants. Automated... 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 shortages and support economic goals by inviting candidates with specific work experience or French language ability to apply for permanent residence. Today, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced... 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 would like to learn more about the views and experiences of sponsors under the Refugee Resettlement Programs, including the Private Sponsorship of Refugees (PSR) Program and the Blended Visa Office-Referred Refugees (BVOR) Program.... 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 ones to live and work alongside them in Canada. Our dedication to reuniting families through the Parents and Grandparents Program can be seen through our historically high admissions numbers for parents and grandparents... 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 from the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada or the Federal Court, or a final PRRA decision from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) between August 23, 2022, and August 22, 2023. Canada Border Services... 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 Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, shared how the new tax-free First Home Savings Account is available and helping put home ownership back within reach of Canadians across the country. 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 important in today’s global economy. Canadian youth will soon have easier access to a new destination for working and travelling abroad. Today, Marie-France Lalonde, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and... Read More
Canada announces the first-ever Express Entry invitations for newcomers with experience in the trades
Canada’s Express Entry system is now tailored to provide a streamlined and efficient pathway for individuals with expertise in critical fields. By prioritizing the invitation of skilled newcomers with experience in the trades, Canada aims to meet the increasing demand for talent and fill key positions that contribute to the nation’s economic growth and advancement.... Read More