Posts by CISSA-ACSEI

Tackling the labour shortage by helping more skilled refugees and other displaced people build their careers in Canada

Tackling the labour shortage by helping more skilled refugees and other displaced people build their careers in Canada

News release March 27, 2023—Toronto—Canada continues to be a global leader in refugee resettlement and labour mobility. By welcoming skilled refugees...

Launching survey on the future of Canada’s immigration system

Launching survey on the future of Canada’s immigration system

News release March 27, 2023—Ottawa—The Government of Canada has launched an engagement initiative called An Immigration System for Canada’s Future....

Canada extends support for those fleeing Russia’s illegal and unjustifiable invasion of Ukraine

Canada extends support for those fleeing Russia’s illegal and unjustifiable invasion of Ukraine

News release March 22, 2023—Ottawa—As Russia continues its illegal and unjustifiable invasion of Ukraine, Canada will remain steadfast in its support...

Canada announces support for Turkish and Syrian temporary residents

Canada announces support for Turkish and Syrian temporary residents

News release March 18, 2023—Mississauga, Ontario—As part of Canada’s response to the situation in Türkiye and Syria, the Government of...

Canada announces extension of post-graduation work permits for up to 18 months to retain high-skilled talent

Canada announces extension of post-graduation work permits for up to 18 months to retain high-skilled talent

News release Foreign nationals with expired or expiring post-graduation work permits will qualify to work in Canada longer March 17, 2023—Toronto—Employers are...

Expanding employment opportunities for racialized newcomer women

Expanding employment opportunities for racialized newcomer women

News release March 15, 2023—Vancouver—Every woman and girl in Canada should have the opportunity to reach their full potential and...

Federal, provincial and territorial immigration Ministers meet to plan for the future of Canada’s immigration system

Federal, provincial and territorial immigration Ministers meet to plan for the future of Canada’s immigration system

News release March 10, 2023 – Halifax, Nova Scotia – The Forum of Ministers Responsible for Immigration (FMRI) met today...

Canada opens operations centre in the Philippines to boost global immigration processing capacity

Canada opens operations centre in the Philippines to boost global immigration processing capacity

News release March 3, 2023—Manila, Philippines —Given the importance of the Indo-Pacific region and its impact on Canadians, a comprehensive...

Canada announces support for Iranian temporary residents

Canada announces support for Iranian temporary residents

News release February 23, 2023—Vancouver — Canada is committed to protecting Iranians already in Canada, and to helping Iranian families stay...

Shaping the future of immigration in Canada

Shaping the future of immigration in Canada

News release February 23, 2023—Halifax—Immigration is critical to Canada’s long-term success. To fully harness the potential of immigration and create...