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Statement by Minister of Foreign Affairs, Minister of International Development and Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship on International Day of Peace

September 21, 2020 – Ottawa, Ontario – Global Affairs Canada The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Foreign Affairs; the Honourable Karina Gould, Minister of International Development; and the Honourable Marco Mendicino, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, today issued the following statement: “Today, as we celebrate the International Day of Peace and as the United […]

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Facilitative measures to support international students affected by the COVID-19 pandemic

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada has made a number of temporary policy changes intended to support international students affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, including: Applying for a study permit Students who have submitted a complete application will receive priority processing and will be ready to travel to Canada soon after travel restrictions are modified. IRCC

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New temporary public policy will allow visitors to apply for a work permit without having to leave Canada

Revised August 25 Change intended to benefit employers who are still facing difficulties finding workers August 24, 2020—Ottawa—Visitors who are currently in Canada and have a valid job offer will be able to apply for an employer-specific work permit and, if approved, receive the permit without having to leave the country, thanks to a new

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Pathway to permanent residency recognizes exceptional service of asylum claimants on front lines of COVID-19 pandemic

August 14, 2020—Montreal—Front-line workers play a critical role in keeping Canadians healthy. In recognition of their exceptional service, today the Honourable Marco E. L. Mendicino, Canada’s Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced a temporary measure that will provide a pathway to permanent residency for asylum claimants working in the health-care sector during the COVID-19

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Canada sets up task force to support survivors and others affected by the tragedy in Beirut

Statement The Honourable Marco E. L. Mendicino, P.C., M.P., Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, and the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Foreign Affairs, issued the following statement: Ottawa, August 13, 2020—The Honourable Marco E. L. Mendicino, P.C., M.P., Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, and the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Foreign Affairs, issued

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Passport services in Canada resuming by mail and by appointment for travel in less than 30 days

July 31, 2020—Ottawa, Ontario—The Government of Canada has started the gradual resumption of some passport services in Canada. Starting today, Canadians can apply for a passport by mail. If Canadians have an immediate need for a passport or are travelling in less than 30 days with proof of travel, they can request in-person appointments. Applicants

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Canada and Nigeria working to combat migrant smuggling, human trafficking and irregular migration

July 29, 2020—Ottawa – The Honourable Marco E. L. Mendicino, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, today reaffirmed Canada’s commitment to fighting human trafficking, migrant smuggling, and irregular migration as a series of initiatives were unveiled in Nigeria. On the eve of the World Day against Trafficking in Persons, Canadian officials joined representatives from the

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Ministers responsible for immigration meet to jointly plan for the future of immigration in Canada amid COVID-19

July 24, 2020— The Forum of Ministers Responsible for Immigration met virtually today to talk about the role of immigration at this unprecedented moment in Canadian history. Immigration was a Canadian advantage before the pandemic, immigrants are helping Canadians through the pandemic right now and immigration will be critical to Canada’s economic recovery. The federal,

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Statement from Minister Mendicino regarding Major League Baseball in Canada during COVID-19

Ottawa, July 18, 2020 —The Honourable Marco E. L. Mendicino, P.C., M.P., Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, issued the following statement: “Over the last several weeks, the Government of Canada has worked closely with Major League Baseball and all levels of government to develop a safe restart plan for play, while putting in place

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Measures to support international students during the COVID-19 pandemic

A number of temporary policy changes intended to support international students, learning institutions and other stakeholders in Canada’s education sector have been implemented since March 2020, including: International students who had a valid study permit, or who were approved for a study permit on or before March 18, 2020, are exempt from travel restrictions that

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Minister Mendicino announces changes to facilitate online learning for international students

July 14, 2020—Ottawa—International students make immense cultural and social contributions to Canada, and generate more than $21 billion in economic activity. Since the onset of the pandemic, the Honourable Marco E. L. Mendicino, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, has made a number of temporary policy changes to support and reassure international students and learning institutions. As the fall

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Citizenship change benefits couples with fertility issues and same-sex couples

July 9, 2020—Ottawa—Canadian families are as diverse as Canadians themselves, and everyone deserves the same rights and opportunities, no matter who they love or how they identify. In recognition of the diversity of Canadian families, the Honourable Marco E. L. Mendicino, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, today announced a change in the interpretation of “parent”

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Statement from the Honourable Marco Mendicino in celebration of Canada Day

Ottawa, July 1, 2020—The Honourable Marco Mendicino, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, issued the following statement: “Happy Canada Day 2020! “This Canada Day is certainly one that we will all remember. “The pandemic has changed the way that we celebrate today, and this includes being able to physically join in citizenship ceremonies to welcome

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Canada continues to explore innovative solutions for refugees

June 25, 2020—Ottawa—The Honourable Marco E. L. Mendicino, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, today reaffirmed Canada’s ongoing commitment to exploring innovative solutions for refugees during the virtual Annual Tripartite Consultations on Resettlement (ATCR). During the meeting, Minister Mendicino presented 3 new actions stemming from Canada’s pledge at the Global Refugee Forum in 2019. Moving

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Ministers Mendicino, Champagne and Gould mark World Refugee Day

Ottawa, June 20, 2020—The Honourable Marco E.L. Mendicino, M.P., P.C., Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, M.P., Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Karina Gould, M.P., Minister of International Development today issued the following statement: “For generations, Canada has been a strong and unwavering voice of support for refugees. Our country

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Canada signs new youth mobility arrangement with Andorra in a virtual ceremony

Young Canadians and Andorrans will be able to live and work abroad through the International Experience Canada Program June 10, 2020—Ottawa—Today, Robert Oliphant, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Maria Ubach Font, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Principality of Andorra, signed a new bilateral Youth Mobility Arrangement between Canada and Andorra.

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Agri-Food Pilot begins accepting applications May 15

May 15, 2020—Ottawa—The Honourable Marco E. L. Mendicino, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced that effective today, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will begin accepting applications to the Agri-Food Pilot. The 3-year pilot will test an industry-specific approach to help employers in the meat processing, mushroom and greenhouse production, and livestock-raising industries fill

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Government announces help for employers to meet their labour needs

Process launched today allows temporary workers to get back to work quickly May 12, 2020—Ottawa—With the COVID-19 pandemic impacting almost every sector in Canada, temporary foreign workers and their employers are confronted by new challenges in a rapidly changing job market. Many temporary workers with employer-specific work permits lost their jobs this spring. While some

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Removing barriers for international students working in essential services to fight COVID-19

Temporary rule change aimed at helping health-care facilities, other workplaces under pressure April 22, 2020—Ottawa—To help battle the COVID-19 outbreak, starting immediately, the government will remove the restriction that allows international students to work a maximum of 20 hours per week while classes are in session, provided they are working in an essential service or function,

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Canada provides update on exemptions to travel restrictions to protect Canadians and support the economy

Revised on March 27, 2020 March 20, 2020—Ottawa—The Government of Canada is providing an update on travel restrictions put in place to stem the spread of COVID-19. Exemptions to the air travel restrictions will apply to foreign nationals who have already committed to working, studying or making Canada their home, and travel by these individuals

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