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Building the workforce needed to deliver more homes in Halifax
In Budget 2025, we outlined our plan to build Canada Strong.
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Minister Diab to highlight housing investments from the Spring Economic Update 2026
The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will hold a press conference in Dartmouth to highlight housing investments from the Spring E...
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Canada and global partners take action to advance migration priorities
Canada is working with partners around the world to strengthen migration systems and address shared challenges. This week, the Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigrat...
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Canada announces new international migration capacity-building projects
As part of its ongoing work with international partners, Canada is investing in projects that help improve how migration is managed around the world. These investments support s...
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Canada strengthens regulation of immigration and citizenship consultants
The Government of Canada is strengthening protections for people seeking immigration and citizenship advice by improving access to trustworthy, quality representation. Today, th...
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Understanding the one-time In-Canada Workers Initiative
The In-Canada Workers Initiative will accelerate permanent residence applications in our inventories for individuals who are already contributing to Canada’s economy across a wi...
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Filling labour gaps in smaller communities by accelerating permanent residence for 33,000 workers
Canada continues to bring our immigration system to sustainable levels and focus immigration on the areas where it has the greatest impact. This means supporting rural and remot...
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Minister Diab highlights sport investments from Spring Economic Update 2026: Canada Strong for All to build stronger and safer communities
In Budget 2025, the Government of Canada outlined its plan to build Canada strong. Since then, we have moved fast to build the major infrastructure, homes and industries that gr...
Media advisories
Minister Diab to highlight Spring Economic Update 2026 sport investments in Timberlea
Timberlea, Nova Scotia, May 1, 2026—The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will hold a press conference in Timberlea to highlight r...
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Minister Diab concludes Citizenship Week 2026 by welcoming new Canadians
Citizenship Week is an opportunity to reflect on what it means to be Canadian, celebrate the people who choose to call Canada home and recognize the Indigenous Peoples who have ...
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Minister Diab to participate in a special citizenship ceremony for Citizenship Week
The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will welcome 30 of Canada’s newest citizens from 18 different countries at a special ceremon...
Statements
Celebrating Canadian Citizenship: Unity, Belonging and Building Our Nation Together
“Citizenship Week is an opportunity for people across Canada to reflect on what unites us as Canadians. As Minister, and a proud Canadian of Lebanese origin, I am especially ple...
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Canada launches measures to support those impacted by domestic natural disasters
Canada continues to face the growing impacts of climate change, with extreme weather conditions becoming more frequent and severe. Communities across the country have responded ...
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Canada extends certain work permit measures for Ukrainians
As Russia's illegal war against Ukraine continues, Canada continues to support Ukrainian people who are here contributing to our communities and labour market.
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Canada begins new “30 days or free” guarantee for passport processing
The Government of Canada is strengthening accountability for passport processing by introducing a new guarantee for passport services.
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New immigration and asylum measures from Bill C-12 (the Strengthening Canada’s Immigration System and Borders Act) have become law
Bill C-12 received royal assent and has become law, strengthening Canada’s immigration and asylum systems in 4 key areas
Statements
Statement from Minister Metlege Diab on the Auditor General of Canada’s report on international student reforms
“I thank the Office of the Auditor General for its audit of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s reforms to the International Student Program."
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Canada is celebrating the Francophonie and investing in new initiatives to promote Francophone immigration outside Quebec
The Government of Canada has made supporting Francophone and Acadian minority communities outside Quebec a top priority. The goal is to attract and integrate skilled French-spea...
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Canada’s Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship to deliver remarks and funding announcement in Greater Sudbury
The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will deliver remarks and make a funding announcement supporting Francophone immigration in m...
Backgrounders
Canada–Quebec collaboration on immigration
Under Canada’s constitution, responsibility for immigration is shared between the federal and provincial or territorial governments. The federal government is responsible for se...
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New immigration measure to support Quebec workers and employers
The Government of Canada is restoring control of our immigration system while attracting and retaining those with the skills and experience needed to drive our economic growth.
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Minister Lightbound to make an announcement on behalf of Minister Diab
The Honourable Joël Lightbound, Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement, will make an announcement on behalf of the Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Min...
Statements
Spot, stop, report: Taking action against immigration fraud
“March is Fraud Prevention Month—a time to highlight the importance of protecting people and safeguarding the integrity of Canada’s immigration system."
Speeches
Speaking notes for the Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship: Prioritizing top talent in 2026 Express Entry Categories
Speaking notes for the Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship: Prioritizing top talent in 2026 Express Entry Categories
News releases
Canada prioritizes top talent in 2026 immigration Express Entry categories
Canada is taking back control to return immigration to sustainable levels, while ensuring it continues to support the economy. As global competition for skilled workers intensif...
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Attracting the world’s best talent to fill Canada’s labour gaps and build our economy
A resilient Canadian economy depends on a highly skilled workforce. Immigration helps fill critical labour gaps in priority industries where there is not enough domestic talent.
Media advisories
Minister Diab to make an announcement at the Canadian Club Toronto
The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will make an announcement related to immigration Express Entry categories as part of an addr...
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Canada exceeded its Francophone immigration target for 2025
Francophone and Acadian minority communities outside Quebec contribute to the economy, culture and vitality of the French language in Canada. Francophone immigration remains ess...
Media advisories
Minister Diab to hold a press conference in Moncton, New Brunswick
The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will make an announcement regarding immigration in Francophone minority communities outside ...
Statements
Statement on International Migrants Day
“Today, we recognize the courage and contributions of migrants who help strengthen Canada’s communities and economy. Their skills, resilience and determination enrich our countr...
Backgrounders
Bill C-3: An Act to amend the Citizenship Act (2025) comes into effect
Before Bill C-3 came into effect, Canada’s Citizenship Act limited the passing on of citizenship to the first-generation for people born or adopted abroad. This meant that a Can...
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New citizenship rules for Canadians born or adopted abroad are now in effect
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.
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Targeted immigration measures to boost Canada’s supply of doctors
In support of the Budget 2025 commitment to fill critical labour gaps with high-skilled talent, the Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizensh...
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Canada to welcome thousands of visitors for the FIFA World Cup 26™ - Don’t wait, apply early
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is proud to join Canadians in celebrating Canada’s role as a co host of the FIFA World Cup 26™ with the United States and Mex...
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Minister Diab to hold a press conference in Toronto
The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will announce new measures to support Canada’s health workforce.
News releases
Canada invests in Francophone communities and helps build their future by attracting top global talent
As announced in Budget 2025, the Government of Canada wants to focus immigration where it delivers the greatest impact to fill labour gaps, strengthen key economic sectors and s...
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Minister Diab to hold a press conference in Ottawa
The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will announce a number of innovative projects to strengthen immigration in Francophone minor...
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Canada lifts the visa requirement for Qatari citizens
The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship today announced that Canada has lifted the visa requirement for citizens of Qatar. This chang...
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Canada reaches important milestone in restoring fairness and clarity to citizenship by descent
November 21, 2025—Ottawa—Canada has taken an important step toward modernizing its citizenship laws. Canadians excluded under outdated rules will have a fair, clear way to pass ...
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Canada’s new Climate Competitiveness Strategy
Climate action is not only a moral responsibility—it’s an economic necessity.
Media advisories
Minister Diab to Highlight Federal Budget Investments in Climate
The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will host an event in Halifax, to make a Budget 2025 climate competitiveness announcement. M...
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IRCC to hold media technical briefing on immigration levels
IRCC to hold media technical briefing on immigration levels
Media advisories
IRCC to hold media technical briefing on immigration levels
IRCC to hold media technical briefing on immigration levels
Statements
Let's celebrate National Francophone Immigration Week
The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, issued the following statement to recognize National Francophone Immigration Week.
Media advisories
Minister Diab to make an announcement in Halifax
The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will make an announcement in Halifax
News releases
Canada extends temporary measures for Palestinians in Canada
Canada extends temporary measures for Palestinians in Canada
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Canada invests in services to support economic integration and fill labour market shortages
Canada’s new government has a mandate to build a strong economy by attracting the best talent in the world and filling key labour shortages.
Media advisories
Minister Diab to participate in a citizenship ceremony in Calgary
The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will welcome 20 of Canada’s newest citizens from four countries. The ceremony will be presid...
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Canada launches measures to support those affected by 2025 wildfires
As Canada’s climate continues to warm faster than the global average, extreme weather conditions will become more frequent and severe. This will contribute to increased drought ...
Statements
Statement by Minister Diab on Canada Day
“Canada Day is a time to reflect on who we are as a country and to celebrate the people, cultures, and values that bring us together. From coast to coast to coast, Canadians can...