Canada extends certain work permit measures for Ukrainians
March 31, 2026—Ottawa—As Russia’s illegal war against Ukraine persists, Canada continues to support Ukrainian people who are here contributing to our communities and labour market. Today, the Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced that Ukrainians who arrived in Canada under the Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET) and related measures will have…
Canada exceeded its Francophone immigration target for 2025
January 19, 2026—Moncton, New Brunswick—Francophone and Acadian minority communities outside Quebec contribute to the economy, culture and vitality of the French language in Canada. Francophone immigration remains essential and aims to address labour needs and to support communities across the country. Today, the Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced that, for…
New citizenship rules for Canadians born or adopted abroad are now in effect
December 15, 2025—Ottawa—The Government of Canada is committed to making Canadian citizenship law fair, clear and reflective of how Canadian families live today, both in and outside Canada. Bill C-3, An Act to Amend the Citizenship Act (2025), is in effect as of today. Moving forward, people born before December 15, 2025, who would have been citizens…
2025–26 Manitoba Settlement Support Services (MSSS) Funded Projects
Hosted by the Government of Manitoba, the Manitoba Settlement Support Services (MSSS) provides project funding to enhance settlement and integration services and programs that facilitate the successful social and economic integration of newcomers in Manitoba. The MSSS aims to build a network of support and a community of care to better assist newcomers’ integration into…
Temporary Public Policy to Facilitate Work Permits for Prospective MPNP Candidates
April 15, 2025 – Manitoba – The Manitoba government has announced a two-year Manitoba-specific extension to facilitate work permits for prospective Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) candidates, Labour and Immigration Minister Malaya Marcelino announced today. “By allowing eligible candidates to extend their work permits, we’re helping more Manitoba workers and families to continue building their…
Canada launches pathway to reunite families and support Ukrainians
July 15, 2023—Ottawa As Russia’s ongoing, brutal invasion of Ukraine persists, Canada continues to adapt its response to help those fleeing violence. Since its launch in March 2022, the Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET) has provided temporary safe haven to over 166,000 Ukrainians. Now, we are introducing ongoing support for those who want to come…
New measure to benefit foreign workers looking to improve their skills
June 27, 2023—Ottawa—[…] Today, the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced a new temporary measure that removes the limit on the length of the study programs that temporary foreign workers can enrol in without a study permit. Starting immediately, foreign workers will have the opportunity to seek additional training and education that can…
Canada announced new immigration measures to strengthen family reunification and address labour shortages in Canada
May 26, 2023—Vancouver—Families are meant to be together, especially during life’s big moments like moving to a new country. That is why Canada is working to help families reunite more quickly and easily, and support themselves once in Canada. Today, the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, joined by the Honourable Hedy…
New measures for foreign national physicians seeking to become permanent residents
On April 25, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada introduced measures to facilitate the issuance of permanent resident visas for foreign national physicians providing publicly-funded medical services in Canada. Under the Temporary Public Policy to Facilitate the Issuance of Permanent Resident Visas for Physicians Providing Publicly Funded Medical Services in Canada and related amendments to the Ministerial Instructions respecting…
Government of Canada investing in settlement services for newcomers
May 11, 2023—Ottawa—Settlement services are key to setting up newcomers for success in Canada. They provide newcomers with the information and support they need to make informed decisions about their new lives in Canada before and after they arrive, which helps them successfully transition into their communities and find work faster. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship…
