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December 23, 2024—Ottawa

Canada takes action to reduce fraud in Express Entry system

The Government of Canada is committed to strengthening the integrity of the country’s immigration system and bringing some of the world’s best and brightest to work in Canada.

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December 20, 2024 – Ottawa

Citizenship ceremony at the 2025 IIHF World Junior Championship

Citizenship Judge Rania Sfeir will preside over the ceremony, as candidates take the Oath of Citizenship at this special ceremony hosted by Hockey Canada.

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December 18, 2024 – Ottawa

Statement for International Migrants Day

As the world evolves, more people than ever are making the life-changing decision to leave their homes in search of safety and opportunity. Migrants and refugees bring skills, innovation and cultural diversity, enriching communities and strengthening economies.

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December 18, 2024 – Ottawa

New International Student Program regulations take effect

Canada’s diverse and inclusive society, high-quality educational institutions and potential opportunities to work or immigrate after graduation have made Canada a leading destination for students from around the world. The International Student Program must be sustainable, and students must be protected from abuse within the system.

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November 12, 2024 – Vancouver

Minister Miller to hold media scrum following a discussion with the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will hold a media scrum following a speaking program with the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade, which will focus on the 2024 Annual Report to Parliament on Immigration Levels.

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November 4, 2024 – Ottawa

Minister Miller celebrates National Francophone Immigration Week by highlighting the vital importance of Francophone immigration to Canada

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship made the following statement to celebrate National Francophone Immigration Week.

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October 30, 2024 — Ottawa

Temporary measures to support people affected by the crisis in Lebanon

The situation in Lebanon remains volatile and unpredictable due to violent and intensifying clashes between Israel and Hezbollah, including daily rocket and missile fire as well as air strikes.

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October 30, 2024 — Ottawa

New pathway to permanent residence for families of the victims of flight PS752

Canada is committed to supporting those affected by the tragic event involving Ukraine International Airlines Flight 752 (PS752).

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October 30, 2024 — Ottawa

Speaking notes for the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship: Government of Canada reduces immigration

Immigration is essential for our country’s economy and accounts for almost 100% of Canada’s labour force growth. In response to the global pandemic and labour shortages, we brought in temporary measures to attract some of the world’s best and brightest to study and work in Canada, which supported the urgent needs of businesses.

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October 24, 2024 — Ottawa

2025–2027 Immigration Levels Plan

Each year, the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship tables the Immigration Levels Plan, a forward-looking snapshot of immigration targets for the next three years.

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October 24, 2024 — Ottawa

Government of Canada reduces immigration

Today, the Honorable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced the 2025–2027 Immigration Levels Plan: a plan that will pause population growth in the short term to achieve well-managed, sustainable growth in the long term.

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October 23, 2024 – Ottawa

IRCC to provide media technical briefing on Immigration Levels

IRCC to provide media technical briefing on Immigration Levels