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The Government of Canada is investing more than $9...

20 Mar 25

Francophone immigration plays a crucial role in growing the Canadian economy, in promoting the vital...

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Minister Bendayan to participate in a Citizenship ...

20 Mar 25

The Honourable Rachel Bendayan, in her first ceremony as Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citiz...

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Canada to request a further extension to maintain ...

13 Mar 25

“Canadian citizenship is highly valued around the world. As Minister of Immigration, Refugees and ...

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Speaking notes for the Honourable Marc Miller, Min...

11 Mar 25

Immigration is fundamental to Canada’s prosperity. That’s why in the Fall, through the 2025 to 2...

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Canada takes action to support housing with new im...

07 Mar 25

Immigration is essential to our country’s economic success and growth. To meet the growing demand ...

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Minister Miller to make an announcement in Woodbri...

07 Mar 25

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will hold a press con...

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Ministers Miller and Valdez to hold a media scrum ...

06 Mar 25

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, and the Honourable Re...

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Strengthening immigration and stopping fraud

03 Mar 25

“March is Fraud Prevention Month, a time to address the harms caused by immigration fraud both to ...

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CANCELLED: Minister Miller to make an announcemen...

28 Feb 25

CANCELLED: The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will hold ...

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Canada announces 2025 Express Entry category-based...

28 Feb 25

Immigration is essential to supporting Canada’s economic growth. As labour requirements in key sec...

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Canada extends some temporary measures for Ukraini...

27 Feb 25

As Russia's illegal invasion of Ukraine continues, Canada remains committed to supporting Ukrainians...

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Canada renews commitment to welcome people affecte...

20 Feb 25

Canada’s approach to immigration supports community needs, economic objectives and humanitarian re...

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International Experience Canada launches immersive...

13 Feb 25

The International Experience Canada (IEC) Program empowers young Canadians with opportunities abroad...

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Canada launches Rural and Francophone Community Im...

28 Jan 25

Rural and Francophone minority communities make vital contributions to Canada’s economy and cultur...

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Financial assistance for Gazans arriving in Canada...

16 Jan 25

Canada remains deeply concerned about the catastrophic conditions faced by people in Gaza. While it ...

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Measures to strengthen border security and Canadaâ...

15 Jan 25

Measures to strengthen border security and Canada’s immigration system

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Canada continues to strengthen border security and...

15 Jan 25

Today, the Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of Public Safety, and the Honourable Marc Miller, ...

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Minister Miller and Minister McGuinty to hold a pr...

15 Jan 25

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, and the Honourable Da...

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Canada takes action to reduce fraud in Express Ent...

23 Dec 24

The Government of Canada is committed to strengthening the integrity of the country’s immigration ...

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Citizenship ceremony at the 2025 IIHF World Jun...

21 Dec 24

As we welcome hockey players from around the world to Canada for the 2025 IIHF World Junior Champion...

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Statement for International Migrants Day

18 Dec 24

As the world evolves, more people than ever are making the life-changing decision to leave their hom...

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New International Student Program regulations take...

15 Nov 24

Canada’s diverse and inclusive society, high-quality educational institutions and potential opport...

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Minister Miller to hold media scrum following a di...

12 Nov 24

he Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will hold a media scru...

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Minister Miller celebrates National Francophone Im...

04 Nov 24

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship made the following sta...

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Temporary measures to support people affected by t...

31 Oct 24

The situation in Lebanon remains volatile and unpredictable due to violent and intensifying clashes ...

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New pathway to permanent residence for families of...

28 Oct 24

Canada is committed to supporting those affected by the tragic event involving Ukraine International...

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Speaking notes for the Honourable Marc Miller, Min...

25 Oct 24

Immigration is essential for our country’s economy and accounts for almost 100% of Canada’s labo...

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2025–2027 Immigration Levels Plan

24 Oct 24

Each year, the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship tables the Immigration Levels Plan,...

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Government of Canada reduces immigration

24 Oct 24

Today, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced the ...

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IRCC to provide media technical briefing on Immigr...

24 Oct 24

IRCC to provide media technical briefing on Immigration Levels

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Financial assistance for Gazans arriving in Canada

16 Oct 24

Canada remains deeply concerned about the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, and the scale o...

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Minister Miller to attend citizenship ceremony in ...

16 Oct 24

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will welcome 80 of Ca...

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Supporting cross-border mobility for Indigenous Pe...

10 Oct 24

Colonial borders have had profound impacts on Indigenous Peoples. They have put stress on families, ...

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Canada and Yukon partner to support workers throug...

01 Oct 24

The federal government is committed to supporting critical sectors in regional economies while provi...

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Speaking notes for the Honourable Marc Miller, Min...

19 Sep 24

Earlier this year, I gave Canadians an update on the status of Canada’s immigration system and our...

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Strengthening temporary residence programs for sus...

18 Sep 24

Canada has a long and proud history of welcoming newcomers from around the world who support our eco...

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Actions taken to strengthen Canada’s temporary r...

18 Sep 24

Immigration must be responsive to our country’s needs. Setting goals and targets for immigration i...

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Minister Miller and Minister Boissonnault to annou...

18 Sep 24

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, and The Honourable Ra...

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Canada celebrates Welcoming Week 2024

13 Sep 24

“By celebrating our strengths and differences, we create a community where everyone feels included...

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Citizenship ceremony in Ottawa to launch Welcoming...

12 Sep 24

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will welcome 61 of Ca...

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Enhancing the vitality of Francophone communities ...

14 Aug 24

Francophone immigration plays a crucial role in strengthening our national identity. This is why Can...

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Minister Miller to announce new welcoming Francoph...

13 Aug 24

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will announce the add...

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Free replacement documents and measures for people...

22 Jul 24

Last year, Canada experienced the worst wildfire season on record, which threatened the health, safe...

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Minister Miller to attend citizenship ceremony in ...

18 Jul 24

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will welcome 400 of C...

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Minister Miller to attend citizenship ceremony in ...

12 Jul 24

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will welcome 25 of Ca...

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Statement by Minister Miller on Canada Day

28 Jun 24

On Canada Day, we celebrate our freedoms and reflect on our rights and responsibilities as Canadian ...

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Minister Miller to attend a Canada Day citizenship...

28 Jun 24

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will welcome 24 of Ca...

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Minister Miller highlights Budget 2024 investments...

26 Jun 24

Growing communities need more infrastructure. Community facilities, like libraries and cultural and ...

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Minister Miller to highlight Budget 2024 investmen...

25 Jun 24

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will highlight invest...

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Canada improves fairness for applicants by ending ...

21 Jun 24

A safe and secure flow of goods and people across the Canada–United States border is critical to N...

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Canada honours and shows solidarity with refugees ...

20 Jun 24

Canada honours and shows solidarity with refugees worldwide

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Canada announces new pilot programs to support car...

04 Jun 24

Caregivers from abroad are invaluable to Canadian families. Their hard work makes a difference in th...

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Minister Miller to hold media scrum in Toronto

03 Jun 24

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will hold a media scr...

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Statement by Minister Miller on increasing the cap...

27 May 24

We remain deeply concerned about the humanitarian tragedy unfolding in Gaza. Many people are worried...

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Temporary measures to support family members affec...

24 May 24

As the security situation in Haiti remains volatile, the Government of Canada continues to take acti...

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Bill C-71, An Act to amend the Citizenship Act (20...

23 May 24

We can become citizens in different ways. Some of us are lucky enough to be born in Canada. Others a...

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Government of Canada introduces legislation for ci...

23 May 24

Canadian citizenship is highly valued around the world. It provides the right to vote, to run for po...

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Bill C-71: An Act to amend the Citizenship Act (20...

23 May 24

The Citizenship Act contains a first-generation limit to citizenship by descent, which means that a ...

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Minister Miller to introduce legislation

22 May 24

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will hold a media scr...

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Community applications now open for new rural and ...

21 May 24

Rural and Francophone minority communities are key to both Canada’s long-term growth and our lingu...

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Citizenship ceremony in Cambridge to mark Citizens...

14 May 24

To celebrate Citizenship Week, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Cit...

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Speaking notes for the Honourable Marc Miller, Min...

13 May 24

I’m happy to be joined by Jeremy Harrison from the Government of Saskatchewan [Minister of Trade a...

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Minister Miller celebrates Citizenship Week and en...

13 May 24

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, issued the following ...

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Federal-Provincial-Territorial Immigration Ministe...

11 May 24

The Forum of Ministers Responsible for Immigration (FMRI) met today to discuss Canada’s immigratio...

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Citizenship ceremony in Surrey to mark Citizenship...

11 May 24

To celebrate Citizenship Week, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Cit...

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Minister Miller available to media at the Forum of...

10 May 24

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, alongside his provinc...

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New measure to support skilled temporary workers i...

08 May 24

Regional economic immigration programs support the sustainable growth and economic stability of our ...

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Speaking notes for the Honourable Marc Miller, Min...

03 May 24

I want to start by acknowledging that we are gathering today from the traditional and unceded territ...

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Speaking notes for the Honourable Marc Miller, Min...

30 Apr 24

Before I begin, I’d like to acknowledge that we are gathering on the traditional and unceded terri...

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Canada to introduce new rules around off-campus wo...

29 Apr 24

International students enrich Canada’s social, cultural and economic fabric. That is why, in recen...

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Changes to the Start-up Visa and Self-Employed Per...

29 Apr 24

Immigration is critical to the growth of our economy and our communities. Improving processing times...

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Minister Miller to address off-campus work hours f...

27 Apr 24

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will hold a media scr...

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Speaking notes for the Honourable Marc Miller, Min...

25 Apr 24

Good morning/afternoon. Thank you all for joining us today.

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Speaking notes for the Honourable Marc Miller, Min...

25 Apr 24

I would like to begin by acknowledging we are gathering on the traditional and unceded territory of ...

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Speaking notes for the Honourable Marc Miller, Min...

25 Apr 24

I’d like to begin by acknowledging that I’m speaking to you today from the traditional territory...

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Speaking notes for the Honourable Marc Miller, Min...

25 Apr 24

I want to begin by acknowledging that we are gathered on the ancestral, unceded territory of the Miâ...

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Speaking notes for the Honourable Marc Miller, Min...

25 Apr 24

I’ll begin by acknowledging that we are gathering on the traditional and unceded territory of the ...

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Speaking notes for the Honourable Marc Miller, Min...

25 Apr 24

I’d like to acknowledge that we are gathering on the traditional and unceded territory of the Algo...

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Minister Miller to make an announcement regarding ...

24 Apr 24

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will highlight an ele...

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Minister Miller and Minister Martinez Ferrada will...

24 Apr 24

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will highlight a hous...

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Minister Miller issues statement on international ...

05 Apr 24

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, issued the following ...

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Ministers Miller and Wilkinson to make a housing a...

02 Apr 24

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, and the Honourable Jo...

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Ministers Miller and Duclos to make an announcemen...

27 Mar 24

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship and the Honourable Jea...

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Speaking notes for the Honourable Marc Miller, Min...

22 Mar 24

I want to start by acknowledging that we are gathered on the traditional and unceded territory of th...

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Ministers Miller and Boissonnault to provide an up...

21 Mar 24

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, together with the Hon...

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Minister Miller marks the International Day of La ...

20 Mar 24

“Today, we are proud to celebrate the International Day of La Francophonie. This day is an opportu...

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Canada announces new immigration pilots to support...

06 Mar 24

Rural and Francophone minority communities are critical to Canada’s long-term growth, and regional...

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Minister Miller to announce new immigration pilots

06 Mar 24

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will announce new imm...

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Canada announces the launch of the Canada–Finlan...

01 Mar 24

Canada continues to create new opportunities for Canadian youth to explore other cultures and build ...

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Statement on Fraud Prevention Month

01 Mar 24

“Canada is a top choice for people around the world who want to come here to work, study and build...

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Updated travel information for Mexican citizens co...

29 Feb 24

Canada and Mexico have maintained a deep, positive and constructive diplomatic partnership over the ...

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Minister Miller to provide an update on immigratio...

29 Feb 24

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will hold a media ava...

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Citizenship ceremony to mark Black History Month 2...

28 Feb 24

To commemorate Black History Month, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees an...

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Canada opens new visa application centre in Portug...

15 Feb 24

Immigration is critical to Canada’s long-term success. Newcomers and visitors fuel our economy and...

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Canada continues efforts to welcome French-speakin...

09 Feb 24

Francophone immigration plays a crucial role in strengthening our national identity, while also grow...

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Government of Canada announces funding as part of ...

08 Feb 24

The Government of Canada values its close working relationship with the Government of Quebec, a bila...

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New release of Rodal Report in commitment to trans...

02 Feb 24

The Government of Canada is dedicated to honouring the memory of the millions of people who died sen...

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New funding to support housing for asylum claimant...

01 Feb 24

With increasing global migration, Canada is experiencing a rise in the number of people claiming asy...

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Canada will not appeal decision that strikes down ...

22 Jan 24

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, issued the following ...

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Canada to stabilize growth and decrease number of ...

22 Jan 24

International students enrich our communities and are a critical part of Canada’s social, cultural...

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Making Canada’s International Student Program su...

22 Jan 24

Canada values the significant social, cultural and economic benefits that international students bri...

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Ambitious and historic measures to enhance the vit...

16 Jan 24

Francophone immigration plays a crucial role in growing Canada’s economy, promoting the vitality o...

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Minister Miller to update on Francophone immigrati...

16 Jan 24

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will provide an updat...

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Temporary resident pathway opens for Palestinian e...

09 Jan 24

The ongoing conflict between Hamas and Israel, following Hamas’s terrorist attacks on October 7, h...

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Canada to launch humanitarian pathway for people a...

28 Dec 23

Canada is deeply concerned by the ongoing conflict in Sudan, and for the safety and well-being of th...

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Immigration measures to help people affected by th...

22 Dec 23

Canada remains deeply concerned about the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, and the scale o...

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Minister Miller to update on measures for people a...

21 Dec 23

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will provide an updat...

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Statement for International Migrants Day

18 Dec 23

"Newcomers, including refugees, play a vital role in shaping Canada. They enrich our society and com...

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Canada provides more support to refugees and those...

15 Dec 23

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, made and endorsed a n...

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Canada builds on pledges and partnerships at the G...

15 Dec 23

Geneva, Switzerland—Across the globe, more than 114 million people have been forcibly displaced fr...

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International Experience Canada opens the 2024 sea...

11 Dec 23

Canada continues to benefit from the interest shown by young people from around the world who wish t...

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Revised requirements to better protect internation...

08 Dec 23

Canada is a top destination for international students, thanks to our high-quality educational insti...

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Minister Miller to provide update on the Internati...

07 Dec 23

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will hold a media scr...

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Canada opens global immigration processing centre ...

04 Dec 23

Canada is a top destination for people looking for a new place to work, study, travel and build thei...

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Minister Miller to attend citizenship ceremony at ...

01 Dec 23

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will welcome 35 of Ca...

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Canada increases support for asylum claimants

24 Nov 23

The world is facing unprecedented global displacement levels, and like many countries, Canada is exp...

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Minister Khera to announce federal contribution to...

24 Nov 23

The Honourable Kamal Khera, Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, on behal...

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Federal, provincial and territorial immigration mi...

18 Nov 23

The Forum of Ministers Responsible for Immigration (FMRI) met today in Toronto to continue discussio...

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Immigration pathway for Colombian, Haitian and Ven...

17 Nov 23

Immigration pathway for Colombian, Haitian and Venezuelan nationals with family in Canada

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Canada continues humanitarian effort for people in...

17 Nov 23

The world is facing an unprecedented migration crisis. With record numbers of people displaced inter...

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Minister Miller available to media at the Forum of...

17 Nov 23

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will hold a media ava...

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National Settlement and Resettlement Funding Call ...

15 Nov 23

The Government of Canada is committed to ensuring that eligible newcomers have the support and servi...

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The Government of Canada funds research on Francop...

08 Nov 23

Francophone immigration plays an important role in the development and prosperity of Francophone com...

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Minister Miller Highlights the Importance of Franc...

04 Nov 23

“Today, we are celebrating the 11th edition of National Francophone Immigration Week under the the...

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Minister Miller to hold media scrum following roun...

02 Nov 23

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will hold media avail...

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Stabilizing Canada’s immigration targets to supp...

02 Nov 23

Immigration drives Canada’s economy and fuels its future growth. As we continue to face an aging p...

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Minister Miller to hold media scrum after keynote ...

01 Nov 23

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will hold a media scr...

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Minister Miller to address the 2024–2026 Immigra...

01 Nov 23

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will hold a media scr...

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Transforming our immigration system to build a str...

31 Oct 23

Canada is a top choice for people looking for a new place to work, study and build their lives with ...

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Minister Miller to launch plan for Canada’s immi...

30 Oct 23

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will unveil the Strat...

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Canada meets commitment to welcome 40,000 vulnerab...

30 Oct 23

The Government of Canada has a longstanding and proud tradition of welcoming the world’s most vuln...

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Changes to International Student Program aim to pr...

27 Oct 23

Canada is a top destination of choice for international students, thanks to our high-quality educati...

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Minister Miller to announce steps to strengthen Ca...

26 Oct 23

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will announce plans t...

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Statement by Minister Miller on the Office of the ...

19 Oct 23

“On behalf of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, I welcome the Office of the Auditor Ge...

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Pilot program launches to streamline work permit p...

19 Oct 23

The Government of Canada is helping Canadian employers efficiently hire the workers they need to fil...

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Statement from Minister Miller on Canada’s commi...

10 Oct 23

“Earlier this year, we announced that we will welcome 15,000 migrants on a humanitarian basis from...

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Canada announces first-ever category-based selecti...

27 Sep 23

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada announced changes to Express Entry through category-bas...

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Canada announces first-ever category-based selecti...

18 Sep 23

On May 31, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada announced changes to Express Entry through c...

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Citizenship ceremony to mark Welcoming Week

14 Sep 23

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will welcome 48 of Ca...

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Canada celebrates Welcoming Week 2023

08 Sep 23

“By opening our doors to those seeking a better life, we open our communities to those wanting to ...

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Minister Miller highlights new tax-free first home...

11 Aug 23

As house prices have climbed, saving for a down payment is out of reach for many Canadians, particul...

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Minister Miller to Discuss Housing Affordability

11 Aug 23

The Honorable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will share details abo...

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Canada and Iceland sign youth mobility arrangement

04 Aug 23

The Government of Canada is committed to providing Canadian youth with opportunities to gain interna...

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Canada announces the first-ever Express Entry invi...

01 Aug 23

Canada’s Express Entry system is now tailored to provide a streamlined and efficient pathway for i...

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Free replacement documents for Canadians and speci...

26 Jul 23

As Nova Scotia experiences severe flooding, the Government of Canada is urgently mobilizing to help ...

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Canada doubles resettlement spaces for human right...

25 Jul 23

Human rights defenders (HRDs) are active in every part of the world and play an essential role in pr...

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More federal housing support for asylum claimants

18 Jul 23

Canada is a nation that has been shaped by immigration. With increasing global migration, like many ...

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Minister Fraser to make an important announcement

18 Jul 23

The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will make an importan...

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Canada launches pathway to reunite families and su...

15 Jul 23

As Russia’s ongoing, brutal invasion of Ukraine persists, Canada continues to adapt its response t...

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New arrangement expands work opportunities for Can...

14 Jul 23

The governments of Canada and the United Kingdom are committed to providing Canadian and British you...

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Minister Fraser announces appointment of chair of ...

14 Jul 23

The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, issued the following ...

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New investment for JVS Toronto to provide pre‑ar...

14 Jul 23

Pre-arrival settlement services are key to setting newcomers up for success in Canada. They provide ...

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Canada makes it easier for Hong Kongers to stay an...

11 Jul 23

Canada continues to stand by Hong Kong residents, and supports their freedom and democracy. Since 20...

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MP Chiang to announce continued support for Hong K...

10 Jul 23

Paul Chiang, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Housing and Diversity and Inclusion and Memb...

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Canada announces First-Ever Express Entry invitati...

07 Jul 23

The French language is an integral part of the Canadian identity. It’s our shared responsibility t...

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Statement by Minister Fraser on Canada Day

01 Jul 23

The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, issued the following ...

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Minister Fraser to attend Canada Day citizenship c...

01 Jul 23

The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will welcome several ...

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Canada announces new immigration stream specific t...

28 Jun 23

Communities across Canada need health workers. The health field is one of several key sectors of Can...

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Category-based selection - Health workers

28 Jun 23

On June 28, 2023, the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, ann...

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Canada announces First-Ever Express Entry invitati...

28 Jun 23

Recognizing the immense value and transformative potential that STEM professionals bring to the coun...

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Minister Fraser to make an announcement regarding ...

28 Jun 23

The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will be joined by the...

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New investment for Collège La Cité and Colleges ...

28 Jun 23

Pre-arrival settlement services are key to setting newcomers up for success in Canada. They provide ...

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New investment in the Immigrant Services Associati...

27 Jun 23

Pre-arrival settlement services are key to setting newcomers up for success in Canada. They provide ...

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Minister Fraser launches Canada’s first-ever Tec...

27 Jun 23

Canada’s high-growth industries will provide the jobs of the future, and companies need access to ...

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Canada’s Tech Talent Strategy

27 Jun 23

The Government of Canada is embracing Canada’s emerging role as a leader in global tech talent rec...

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New measure to benefit foreign workers looking to ...

27 Jun 23

Every year, thousands of temporary foreign workers bring their skills to Canada, helping to drive ou...

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New investment for Collège La Cité and Colleges ...

27 Jun 23

Pre-arrival settlement services are key to setting newcomers up for success in Canada. They provide ...

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Minister Fraser to attend Collision Conference for...

23 Jun 23

The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will visit Toronto fo...

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Inspiring hope and creating opportunities for refu...

20 Jun 23

"Today, on World Refugee Day, the global community honours the strength and courage of millions of r...

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Statement from Minister Fraser concerning the Supr...

17 Jun 23

The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, issued the following ...

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Canada expands the Francophone Mobility Program to...

16 Jun 23

Francophone immigration is at the heart of the Government of Canada's priorities. The country has al...

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Minister Fraser to address recent reports of inter...

14 Jun 23

The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will hold a media scr...

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Statement from Minister Fraser concerning reports ...

14 Jun 23

Today, the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship (IRCC), issue...

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Canadian businesses welcome changes to the Economi...

13 Jun 23

The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced that Canada...

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Canada opens new economic immigration streams for ...

13 Jun 23

Refugees and other displaced individuals are forced to restart their lives when they flee their home...

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Free replacement documents for Canadians and speci...

12 Jun 23

With the country experiencing an unprecedented wildfire season, the Government of Canada is urgently...

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 Echo announcement at Freedom Toronto regarding R...

09 Jun 23

The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will attend the Freed...

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Eligible travellers from 13 more countries now qu...

06 Jun 23

Canada is a destination of choice for people looking to visit, do business or reunite with family an...

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Eligible travellers from 13 more countries now qua...

06 Jun 23

On June 6, 2023, the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, anno...

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Minister Fraser to visit Winnipeg for immigration ...

06 Jun 23

The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will visit Winnipeg f...

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Canada launches new process to welcome skilled new...

31 May 23

With employers eagerly seeking to fill countless vacant positions across the country, immigration em...

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Canada invites over 13,500 new Canadians during Ci...

30 May 23

Every year, Citizenship Week is a chance to celebrate new citizens and all that it means to be Canad...

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Canada is reuniting loved ones through new immigra...

27 May 23

Vancouver—Families are meant to be together, especially during life’s big moments like moving to...

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Canada welcomes Afghans through new humanitarian p...

26 May 23

Strong humanitarian partnerships to navigate complex geopolitical realities are crucial in bringing ...

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Canada supports continued growth of lululemon’s ...

26 May 23

The expansion of lululemon’s global headquarters in its hometown of Vancouver promises to signific...

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Minister Fraser to announce measures to strengthen...

25 May 23

The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will announce measure...

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Minister Fraser to make an announcement regarding ...

25 May 23

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24 Jun 22

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07 Jun 22

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03 Jun 22

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29 May 22

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27 May 22

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25 May 22

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24 May 22

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23 May 22

The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, today issued the foll...

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21 May 22

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19 May 22

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06 May 22

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06 May 22

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29 Apr 22

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Today, Canada marked an important milestone by welcoming over 10,000 Afghan refugees since August 20...

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The Government of Canada is working hard to resettle at least 40,000 Afghan nationals as quickly and...

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05 Mar 22

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01 Mar 22

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01 Mar 22

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18 Feb 22

The Government of Canada is working hard to resettle at least 40,000 Afghan nationals as quickly and...

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12 Feb 22

The Government of Canada is working hard to resettle 40,000 Afghan nationals as quickly and safely a...

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31 Jan 22

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31 Jan 22

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19 Jan 22

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For 2 decades, Canadians have worked side by side with Afghan nationals to improve security, democra...

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24 Dec 21

With the significant exception of Indigenous people, all Canadians originally come from somewhere el...

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18 Dec 21

“For as long as we can remember, freedom of movement has provided human beings with a greater qual...

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10 Dec 21

Canada has a long, proud tradition of standing up for human rights at home and abroad. On this Inter...

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As a founding member of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), which is a major contributor ...

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07 Dec 21

As a friend, ally and regional partner, Canada is committed to helping countries in the northern par...

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While Canadians should continue to avoid non-essential travel worldwide, the Government of Canada re...

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The Honourable Marco E. L. Mendicino, P.C., M.P., Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship,...

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Canada’s oath of citizenship now recognizes Firs...

22 Jun 21

Canada’s Oath of Citizenship is more than words. It is a public declaration of belonging made when...

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Individuals approved for permanent residence may t...

21 Jun 21

Individuals approved for permanent residence may travel to Canada as of June 21

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20 Jun 21

The Honourable Marco E.L. Mendicino, M.P., P.C., Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, ...

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18 Jun 21

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Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot

18 Jun 21

Canada is a pioneer in the development and use of complementary immigration pathways for refugees, o...

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18 Jun 21

The world is facing a refugee crisis. Across the globe, millions are displaced and longing for what ...

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14 Jun 21

A person’s name is fundamental to who they are. Indigenous names are endowed with deep cultural me...

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Reclaiming Indigenous names on Immigration, Refuge...

11 Jun 21

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has launched a process for Indigenous peoples, r...

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08 Jun 21

The ties that bind Canada and Hong Kong run deep. The first Hong Kongers arrived here over 150 years...

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03 Jun 21

Today, the Honourable Marco E. L. Mendicino, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, spok...

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27 May 21

Openness, transparency and accountability are guiding principles of the Government of Canada. Immigr...

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Minister Mendicino marks Citizenship Week

17 May 21

The Honourable Marco E. L. Mendicino, P.C., M.P., Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship,...

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13 May 21

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has put in place a new public policy facilitatin...

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13 May 21

Air disasters have taken the lives of too many Canadians and left too many families across our count...

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12 May 21

The pandemic has disproportionately affected low-wage workers, young people, women and racialized Ca...

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05 May 21

Last month, the Honourable Marco E. L. Mendicino, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship,...

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Minister Mendicino marks Asian Heritage Month 

04 May 21

The Honourable Marco E. L. Mendicino, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, today issue...

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Government of Canada Appeal Granted on Safe Third ...

16 Apr 21

The Honourable Marco E.L. Mendicino, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship and the Honou...

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15 Apr 21

Caregivers from abroad play an important role in supporting Canadian families who are unable to find...

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New pathway to permanent residency for over 90,000...

14 Apr 21

Today, the Honourable Marco E. L. Mendicino, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, anno...

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Canada expands efforts to welcome more Yazidi refu...

30 Mar 21

Over the past few years, the Government of Canada has kept its commitment to help Yazidi refugees an...

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Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada expan...

05 Mar 21

In an effort to process more applications and reunite families faster, Immigration, Refugees and Cit...

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Minister Mendicino marks Fraud Prevention Month

05 Mar 21

"Canada is one of the top destinations in the world for immigration and travel, with millions of peo...

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Government of Canada announces further measures to...

13 Feb 21

International students bring so much to Canada, contributing more than $21 billion annually to our e...

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Canada Launches Hong Kong Pathway that will Attrac...

04 Feb 21

The ties that bind Canada and Hong Kong run deep. The first Hong Kong residents arrived here over 15...

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Canada launches a mobility working group with Ukra...

27 Jan 21

The Honourable Marco E. L. Mendicino, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, today annou...

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International students bring so much to Canada, contributing over $21 billion annually to our econom...

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Canada marks International Migrants Day

18 Dec 20

The Honourable Marco E. L. Mendicino, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, the Honoura...

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15 Dec 20

Ottawa, December 14, 2020—The Honourable Marco E.L. Mendicino, P.C., M.P., Minister of Immigration...

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14 Dec 20

Today, the Honourable Marco E. L. Mendicino, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship annou...

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Canada and Italy sign new youth mobility agreement

11 Dec 20

The Honourable Marco E. L. Mendicino, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, and His Exc...

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10 Dec 20

The Honourable Marco E. L. Mendicino, P.C., M.P., Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship,...

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Recognizing the considerable contribution and sacrifice health-care workers have made in Canada thro...

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26 Nov 20

The Honourable Marco E. L. Mendicino announced today that the College of Immigration and Citizenship...

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25 Nov 20

The Honourable Marco E.L. Mendicino joined the Atlantic Provinces Economic Council today to discuss ...

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12 Nov 20

As part of the whole-of-government response, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is ...

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Canada announces immigration measures supporting H...

12 Nov 20

Immigration is a key driver of Canada’s economic growth, and Canada continues to welcome the best ...

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02 Nov 20

The Honourable Marco E. L. Mendicino, P.C., M.P., Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship,...

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30 Oct 20

The Honourable Marco Mendicino, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, tabled the 2021â€...

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Additional points in Express Entry to help increas...

27 Oct 20

The Honourable Marco E. L. Mendicino, P.C., M.P., Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship,...

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22 Oct 20

Today, the Government of Canada introduced a Bill to amend the Citizenship Act to change Canada’s ...

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07 Oct 20

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Government of Canada announces details for opening...

05 Oct 20

The Honourable Marco E. L. Mendicino, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, today annou...

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05 Oct 20

How will the 2020 Parents and Grandparents Program intake process work?

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Government introduces new border measures to prote...

03 Oct 20

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Minister Marco E. L. Mendicino, Public Safety and Emergency Pr...

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03 Oct 20

Learning institutions whose COVID-19 readiness plans have been approved by their provincial or terri...

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Update on travel restriction exemptions for extend...

03 Oct 20

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IRCC speeding up processing for spousal applicatio...

25 Sep 20

Today, the Honourable Marco E. L. Mendicino, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, is a...

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26 Aug 20

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada has made a number of temporary policy changes intended ...

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New temporary public policy will allow visitors to...

24 Aug 20

Visitors who are currently in Canada and have a valid job offer will be able to apply for an employe...

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Pathway to permanent residency recognizes exceptio...

14 Aug 20

Front-line workers play a critical role in keeping Canadians healthy. In recognition of their except...

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Canada sets up task force to support survivors and...

14 Aug 20

The Honourable Marco E. L. Mendicino, P.C., M.P., Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship,...

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The Government of Canada has started the gradual resumption of some passport services in Canada.

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29 Jul 20

The Honourable Marco E. L. Mendicino, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, today reaff...

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Ministers responsible for immigration meet to join...

25 Jul 20

The Forum of Ministers Responsible for Immigration met virtually today to talk about the role of imm...

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19 Jul 20

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14 Jul 20

A number of temporary policy changes intended to support international students, learning institutio...

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14 Jul 20

International students make immense cultural and social contributions to Canada, and generate more t...

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Citizenship change benefits couples with fertility...

10 Jul 20

Canadian families are as diverse as Canadians themselves, and everyone deserves the same rights and ...

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01 Jul 20

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Canada continues to explore innovative solutions f...

25 Jun 20

The Honourable Marco E. L. Mendicino, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, today reaff...

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20 Jun 20

Ministers Mendicino, Champagne and Gould mark World Refugee Day “For generations, Canada has be...

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10 Jun 20

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15 May 20

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Government announces help for employers to meet th...

12 May 20

With the COVID-19 pandemic impacting almost every sector in Canada, temporary foreign workers and th...

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Removing barriers for international students worki...

22 Apr 20

To help battle the COVID-19 outbreak, starting immediately, the government will remove the restricti...

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Canada provides update on exemptions to travel res...

21 Mar 20

The Government of Canada is providing an update on travel restrictions put in place to stem the spre...

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Minister Mendicino Addresses The Canadian Club

13 Mar 20

As a journalist, I can’t tell you how grateful I am for that suspiciously brief introduction. I’...

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Canada announces plan to continue growing the econ...

12 Mar 20

Today the Honourable Marco Mendicino, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, tabled the ...

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11 Mar 20

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IRCC 2020 Employer Awards for Newcomer Employment

11 Mar 20

Each year, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), in collaboration with Hire Immigrant...

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Statement on Fraud Prevention Month

02 Mar 20

The Honourable Marco E.L. Mendicino, P.C., M.P., Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, ...

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Oath of Citizenship bill tabled in Parliament

18 Feb 20

The Honourable Marco E. L. Mendicino, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, today intro...

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17 Jan 20

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) today partnered with the Ottawa Senators Hockey ...

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Special Citizenship Ceremony at Pier 21 attended b...

15 Jan 20

Fifty immigrants from 14 countries became Canadian citizens at a special ceremony held today at Pier...

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Canada makes it easier for foreign nationals to ap...

03 Dec 19

Canada makes it easier for foreign nationals to apply for temporary and permanent resident status wi...

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The Government of Canada funds City of Toronto ini...

30 Aug 19

The Government of Canada announced today that it will provide the City of Toronto with $17 million i...

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Expansion of Student Direct Stream to support Fran...

30 Aug 19

Canada is making the Student Direct Stream (SDS) available to international students coming from Sen...

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Government of Canada provides $250 million to Queb...

29 Aug 19

The Government of Canada announced today that it will provide the Government of Quebec with $250 mil...

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Government of Canada provides funding to Peel to a...

24 Aug 19

Government of Canada provides funding to Peel to address interim housing shortages

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23 Aug 19

The Government of Canada is providing the City of Hamilton with $220,000 as a result of recent costs...

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Canada recognizes the extension of validity of Ven...

19 Aug 19

Canada recognizes the decree published by the Venezuelan National Assembly on June 7, 2019, regardin...

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Minister Hussen and Sean Casey (Parliamentary Secr...

14 Aug 19

Good morning folks, and thank you, Sean, for that warm islander welcome. I can tell you that, withou...

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OECD applauds Canada’s labour migration policy

13 Aug 19

The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, issued the following...

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Office reopens in Charlottetown

08 Aug 19

Newcomers and residents of Prince Edward Island (PEI) now have access to immigration services at hom...

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New programs to boost newcomer settlement and inte...

07 Aug 19

As part of its commitment to support successful newcomer settlement and integration, Immigration, Re...

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IRCC’s National Call for Proposals 2019

07 Aug 19

Eight hundred and twenty-four projects have been selected through IRCC’s National Call for Proposa...

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Actions interculturelles de développement et d’...

01 Aug 19

Pre-arrival settlement services are a key element of Canada’s immigration program. They provide ne...

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Student Direct Stream expanded to Pakistan

27 Jul 19

July 26, 2019—Ottawa, ON – Canada’s position as a top destination for students seeking a high-...

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Société de la francophonie manitobaine Selected ...

26 Jul 19

July 26, 2019—Winnipeg, MB—Pre-arrival settlement services are a key element of Canada’s immig...

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15 Jul 19

Thank you, Mayor Provenzano. It’s great to be back in beautiful Sault Ste. Marie. It’s really a ...

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Speaking notes for Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Immig...

13 Jul 19

Thank you very much for having us here and thank you to Maple Leaf Foods for hosting us today. I wan...

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New Agri-Food Immigration Pilot

12 Jul 19

July 12, 2019 – Mississauga – Canada is committed to attracting the best talent from around the ...

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Agri-Food Immigration Pilot

12 Jul 19

The Agri-Food Immigration Pilot will test a new, industry-specific approach to help address the labo...

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Association for New Canadians to receive funding t...

11 Jul 19

Canada is supporting the Association for New Canadians to help newcomers better integrate into the c...

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Vernon selected to participate in Rural and Northe...

05 Jul 19

July 6, 2019—Vernon, BC— Vernon is one of 11 rural and northern communities selected as part of ...

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Canada and Luxembourg Sign New Youth Mobility Arra...

03 Jul 19

The Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Jean Asselborn, Luxembourg’s Mi...

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Canada supports Francophone minority communities

03 Jul 19

July 3, 2019 – Dieppe, N.B. – Canada is supporting 7 organizations across the country to provide...

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Organizations selected to deliver adapted language...

03 Jul 19

In November 2018, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) launched an expression of inte...

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Statement of the Honourable Ahmed Hussen in celeb...

01 Jul 19

Happy Canada Day! Across the country today, people from all walks of life join in celebration of Can...

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Government of Canada helps Ottawa ease shelter pre...

27 Jun 19

June 27, 2019 – Ottawa, ON – The Government of Canada is providing $10.1 million to help the Cit...

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Celebrate Citizenship this Canada Day

27 Jun 19

Each year, citizenship ceremonies take place across the country on Canada Day to welcome our newest ...

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Canada funds the YMCA of Greater Saint John

26 Jun 19

June 26, 2019—Saint John, NB—Canada is providing funding for the YMCA of Greater Saint John to h...

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Speaking notes for Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Immig...

24 Jun 19

I'd like to begin by first acknowledging that we are on the traditional territory of the Mississauga...

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Immigration key to unlocking Canada’s future eco...

24 Jun 19

June 24, 2019—Toronto, ON – Canada continues to move forward with a bold and long-term immigrati...

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Ministers Hussen, Freeland and Monsef mark World R...

20 Jun 19

Ottawa, June 20, 2019—The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizensh...

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Speaking notes for Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Immig...

18 Jun 19

I also want to recognize my colleague, Randy Boissonnault, who has been tireless in his advocacy, ad...

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Helping visa applicants apply the smart way

17 Jun 19

The Government of Canada has launched an information campaign in India to help temporary resident vi...

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Canada caring for caregivers

15 Jun 19

Canada is caring for its caregivers by launching 2 new pilots that will help caregivers who come to ...

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Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot Takes Off

14 Jun 19

Eleven rural and northern communities have been selected as part of the new Rural and Northern Immig...

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Second Anniversary of the Global Skills Strategy

13 Jun 19

Ottawa, June 12, 2019 – The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizen...

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Government of Canada provides Manitoba with suppor...

12 Jun 19

The Government of Canada is committed to working together with provinces and municipalities to addre...

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Speaking notes for Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Immig...

11 Jun 19

Good morning, everyone. I want to begin by acknowledging that we are on the traditional territory of...

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Yellowknife selected as 14th and final Welcoming F...

08 Jun 19

Yellowknife has been selected as the 14th and final Welcoming Francophone Community as part of the G...

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Canada to empower visible minority newcomer women

06 Jun 19

Canada is making it easier for newcomer women to find a job by providing the support and services th...

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New partners selected to support visible minority ...

06 Jun 19

In December 2018, the government launched an expression of interest process as part of the Visible M...

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Hawkesbury selected as a Welcoming Francophone Com...

04 Jun 19

Hawkesbury has been selected as a Welcoming Francophone Community as part of the Government of Canad...

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Canada announces new initiative to support LGBTQ2 ...

01 Jun 19

Canada is introducing the Rainbow Refugee Assistance Partnership, which will support more Canadians ...

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Hamilton selected as a Welcoming Francophone Commu...

31 May 19

May 31, 2019 — Hamilton, ON — Hamilton has been selected as a Welcoming Francophone Community as...

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Labrador City-Wabush selected as a Welcoming Franc...

31 May 19

May 31, 2019 — Labrador City-Wabush, NL — Labrador City-Wabush has been selected as a Welcoming ...

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Canada introduces new measures for vulnerable indi...

31 May 19

Canada is taking action to help protect vulnerable workers, newcomers who face family abuse, and he...

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CHEO will create a National Navigator Network to h...

30 May 19

May 30, 2019—Ottawa, ON—Canada is actively working with many partners to improve the accessibili...

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The Oath of Citizenship

28 May 19

Canadian citizenship legislation requires citizenship candidates 14 years or older to take the Oath ...

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Proposed change to the Oath of Citizenship

28 May 19

May 28, 2019 – Ottawa – The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citiz...

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Municipality of Clare selected as a Welcoming Fran...

28 May 19

The municipality of Clare has been selected as a Welcoming Francophone Community as part of the Gove...

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The Evangeline Region selected as a Welcoming Fran...

27 May 19

May 27, 2019 — Evangeline, PEI — The Evangeline Region has been selected as a Welcoming Francoph...

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Canada takes action on fraudulent immigration cons...

24 May 19

Canada takes action on fraudulent immigration consultants

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Government changes will strengthen the regulation ...

24 May 19

To help protect newcomers and applicants, Budget 2019 proposes $51.9 million over 5 years, and $10.1...

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Whitehorse selected as a Welcoming Francophone Com...

24 May 19

May 23, 2019 — Whitehorse, YT — Whitehorse has been selected as a Welcoming Francophone Communit...

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MP Bagnell to make announcement related to Francop...

22 May 19

MP Bagnell to make announcement related to Francophone minority communities across Canada Whiteho...

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Sudbury selected as a Welcoming Francophone Commun...

22 May 19

Sudbury has been selected as a Welcoming Francophone Community as part of the Government of Canadaâ€...

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Haut-Saint-Jean selected as a Welcoming Francophon...

22 May 19

Haut-Saint-Jean has been selected as a Welcoming Francophone Community as part of the Government of ...

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Canada Soccer’s Women’s National Team welcomes...

18 May 19

Canada Soccer hosted a special citizenship ceremony at BMO Field today, where Canada’s Women’s N...

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Government of Canada provides support to British C...

17 May 19

May 17, 2019 – Ottawa, ON – The Government of Canada is committed to helping provinces adjust to...

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Canada ends the Designated Country of Origin pract...

17 May 19

May 17, 2019—Ottawa, ON—The Government of Canada is committed to a well-managed asylum system th...

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Additional support provided to ease Toronto shelte...

10 May 19

The Government of Canada remains committed to working collaboratively with provinces and municipalit...

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Deadline closes in less than one month for caregiv...

08 May 19

May 8, 2019—Ottawa, ON – Caregivers currently working in Canada are asked to take immediate acti...

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New Atlantic Immigration Pilot change will help ne...

08 May 19

May 8, 2019—Halifax, NS – The Atlantic Immigration Pilot is adding a new component to provide a ...

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Investing in Canada’s asylum system

08 May 19

The Government of Canada is committed to ensuring that Canada is a place for those who genuinely nee...

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Statement in response to the Auditor General of Ca...

07 May 19

Ottawa, May 7, 2019 – The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizensh...

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Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms Turns 37

17 Apr 19

April 17, 2019—Ottawa, ON – The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and C...

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ISSofBC Selected to Improve Settlement Services fo...

12 Apr 19

April 12, 2019—Vancouver, BC—Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) works with many...

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Prince George selected as a Welcoming Francophone ...

12 Apr 19

Prince George has been selected as a Welcoming Francophone Community as part of the Government of Ca...

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Canada strengthens regulation of immigration and c...

10 Apr 19

Ottawa, April 10, 2019— The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizen...

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Canada celebrates 40 years of the refugee sponsors...

09 Apr 19

As Canada’s Private Sponsorship of Refugees Program marks 40 years, Canadians are being celebrated...

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By the numbers – 40 years of Canada’s Private ...

09 Apr 19

Since the late 1970s, Canadian citizens and permanent residents have joined together to provide prot...

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Helping the City of Ottawa ease shelter pressures

05 Apr 19

April 5, 2019 – Ottawa, ON – The Government of Canada is continuing to work collaboratively with...

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Iqaluit selected as a Welcoming Francophone Commun...

18 Mar 19

March 18, 2019 — Iqaluit, NU — Iqaluit has been selected as a Welcoming Francophone Community as...

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Minister Blair reinforces mutual cooperation on bo...

17 Mar 19

The Honourable Bill Blair, Minister of Border Security and Organized Crime Reduction, concluded his ...

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Interim Pathway for Caregivers in Canada now open

15 Mar 19

March 15, 2019—Ottawa, ON – Caregivers who came to Canada to provide care to Canadian families, ...

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The Seine River Region selected as a Welcoming Fra...

14 Mar 19

March 15, 2019 — Lorette, MB — The Seine River Region has been selected as a Welcoming Francopho...

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Calgary selected as a Welcoming Francophone Commun...

13 Mar 19

March 13, 2019 – CALGARY, AB – Calgary has been selected as a Welcoming Francophone Community as...

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Speaking notes for Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Immig...

12 Mar 19

Thank you for inviting me. It’s a pleasure to be here.

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Government announces 2,000 additional spaces under...

12 Mar 19

March 12, 2019 – Ottawa, ON – The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and...

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Supporting Visible Minority Newcomer Women in Regi...

11 Mar 19

March 11, 2019—Regina, SK—The Government of Canada is committed to ensuring that newcomers have ...

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Collège nordique francophone recognized for its w...

06 Mar 19

Collège nordique francophone recognized for its work with newcomers to Canada One of 3 Employer A...

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Friesens Corporation recognized for its work with ...

06 Mar 19

March 6, 2019 – Altona, MB – The Government of Canada is recognizing Friesens Corporation for it...

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RBC Royal Bank recognized for its work with newcom...

06 Mar 19

March 6, 2019 – Toronto, ON – The Government of Canada is recognizing RBC Royal Bank for its sup...

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Reopening an office in Charlottetown

06 Mar 19

March 6, 2019 – Charlottetown, PEI – Newcomers in Prince Edward Island will soon have access to ...

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Minister Hussen marks the 15th annual Fraud Preven...

28 Feb 19

Minister Hussen marks the 15th annual Fraud Prevention Month campaignOttawa, March 1, 2019 – The H...

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Speaking notes for Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Immig...

26 Feb 19

Thank you so much, Rob. And thank you to The Neighbourhood Organization for having us here today for...

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Ottawa Senators break NHL record with citizenship ...

25 Feb 19

The Ottawa Senators are hosting a special citizenship ceremony, welcoming 186 new citizens from 39 c...

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Caregivers will now have access to new pathways to...

23 Feb 19

Caregivers will now have access to new pathways to permanent residence Launching 2 new 5-year car...

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IRCC’s National Call for Proposals 2019

18 Feb 19

The Settlement Program assists immigrants and refugees in overcoming barriers specific to the newcom...

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IRCC Launches National Call for Proposals for Newc...

18 Feb 19

February 18, 2019—Ottawa, ON—As part of its commitment to deliver high quality settlement servic...

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Fédération acadienne de la Nouvelle-Écosse Sel...

08 Feb 19

February 8, 2019—Dartmouth, NS—Pre-arrival settlement services are a key element of Canada’s i...

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Speaking Notes for the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Mi...

31 Jan 19

Thank you very much, David, and thank you all for being here. It’s a pleasure to join you once aga...

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Supporting Visible Minority Newcomer Women in Vanc...

30 Jan 19

January 30, 2019—Vancouver, BC—The Government of Canada is committed to ensuring that newcomers ...

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Kids Help Phone Selected to Improve Settlement Ser...

29 Jan 19

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) works with many partners in the delivery of serv...

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Fédération des francophones de la Colombie-Brita...

28 Jan 19

January 28, 2019—Vancouver, BC—Pre-arrival settlement services are a key element of Canada’s i...

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Supporting Visible Minority Newcomer Women in Toro...

28 Jan 19

The Government of Canada is committed to ensuring that newcomers have the support and services they ...

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Government of Canada helps Toronto ease shelter pr...

26 Jan 19

January 25, 2019 – Ottawa, ON – The Government of Canada will provide the City of Toronto with $...

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Pacific Immigrant Resources Society Selected to Im...

26 Jan 19

January 25, 2019—Vancouver, B.C.—Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) works with ...

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Speaking notes for Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Immig...

25 Jan 19

Thank you, bonjour, bon matin. I was supposed to be here yesterday. I really wanted to make the anno...

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New federal immigration program to support middle ...

24 Jan 19

New federal immigration program to support middle class jobs in rural and northern communities

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Supporting middle class jobs in rural and northern...

24 Jan 19

Supporting middle class jobs in rural and northern communities through immigration Rural and nort...

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Frog Hollow Neighbourhood House Selected to Improv...

24 Jan 19

January 23, 2019—Vancouver, B.C.—Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) works with ...

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North York Community House Selected to Improve Set...

23 Jan 19

January 23, 2019—North York, ON—Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) works with m...

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British Columbia Construction Association Selected...

23 Jan 19

Pre-arrival settlement services are a key element of Canada’s immigration program. They provide ne...

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Colleges and Institutes of Canada Selected to Prov...

22 Jan 19

January 22, 2019—Ottawa, ON—Pre-arrival settlement services are a key element of Canada’s immi...

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Options Community Services Society Selected to Imp...

18 Jan 19

January 17, 2019—Surrey, B.C.—Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) works with man...

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Family Dynamics Selected to Deliver Settlement Ser...

18 Jan 19

Family Dynamics Selected to Deliver Settlement Services to Newcomers in Winnipeg January 17, 20...

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Jewish Vocational Service of Metropolitan Toronto ...

16 Jan 19

January 16, 2019—Toronto, ON—Pre-arrival settlement services are a key element of Canada’s imm...

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Immigrant Services Association of Nova Scotia Sele...

16 Jan 19

January 16, 2019—Halifax, NS—Pre-arrival settlement services are a key element of Canada’s imm...

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YMCA of Greater Toronto Selected to Provide Pre-Ar...

14 Jan 19

YMCA of Greater Toronto Selected to Provide Pre-Arrival Services

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New and improved intake process for sponsorship of...

11 Jan 19

New and improved intake process for sponsorship of parents and grandparents to launch on January 28,...

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How will the new parents and grandparents sponsors...

11 Jan 19

The Government of Canada has listened to feedback from clients, stakeholders and the public to ident...

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Speaking notes for Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Immig...

05 Jan 19

Good morning. Thank you for joining us here at S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Before I begin I’d like to acknow...

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Supporting Visible Minority Newcomer Women in Calg...

04 Jan 19

January 4, 2019—Calgary, AB—The Government of Canada is committed to ensuring that newcomers hav...

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S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Selected to Provide Pre-Arrival Ser...

04 Jan 19

January 3, 2019—Vancouver, BC—Pre-arrival settlement services are a key element of Canada’s im...

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Biometrics Expansion

28 Dec 18

Canada has long had one of the highest per capita rates of immigration in the world and is an attrac...

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Canada’s new biometrics rule will soon apply to ...

28 Dec 18

December 28, 2018, Ottawa, ON—Canada is expanding its biometrics collection program. Starting Dece...

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Minister Blair meets with Mayor John Tory to discu...

03 Aug 18

The Government of Canada is committed to ensuring that Canada's border is managed in a way that keep...

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ARCHIVED – Biometric collection services tempora...

30 Jun 18

Biometric collection services temporarily available at certain missions, starting July 31, 2018. For...

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Francophone Immigration – Express Entry

19 Jun 18

Francophone Immigration – Express Entry

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IRCC improves the processing of student applicatio...

08 Jun 18

June 8, 2018 – Markham, ON – Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is making great...

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Canada intends to lift visa requirement on the Uni...

28 May 18

May 28, 2018 — Ottawa, ON – Canada’s Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, Ahmed ...

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Rainbow Refugee Assistance Pilot Program extended

23 Mar 18

March 23, 2018 – Ottawa, ON – The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and...

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Determining who is eligible as a dependant under t...

27 Oct 17

Determining who is eligible as a dependant under the Public Policy on the Age of Dependants

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Claiming asylum in Canada – what happens?

02 Mar 17

The Immigration and Refugee Protection Act requires that every person seeking to enter Canada must a...

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