Newcomers and Immigrants in Canada

Migrants, refugees and their supporters marched through Toronto’s west end Sunday — the eve of Parliament resuming — to call on the Canadian government to provide permanent residency status for all, stop deportations and end exploitation.

Dozens of new Canadians took the oath of citizenship in London, Ont., on Sept. 18, 2026, marking a new chapter of their lives. Families from 26 different countries around the world are now officially Canadian citizens. 

U.S. President Donald Trump lashed out at Canadian immigration policies on Wednesday, saying the country is "destroying itself" by allowing "millions" of people into the country without proper security checks — comments federal ministers say are ill-informed and grossly inaccurate.

Alberta’s separation debate carries deeply personal implications for immigrants who chose Canada and built their lives in the province, including what an independent Alberta could mean for their citizenship, legal status and sense of Canadian identity.

Several faces from television, a soccer icon, a standup comedian, as well as community champions were honoured Wednesday at the 18th annual Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Awards. The award winners, chosen after an extensive nomination and judging process, celebrate immigrant success stories from coast to coast to coast.

How Vancouver chefs are marrying their own cultural heritage and culinary creativity with the traditional English afternoon tea.

For most of her adult life, Yui White understood herself through momentum. Bangkok—loud, kinetic, relentlessly alive—rewards people who can keep pace. Yui thrived there. Born and raised in Thailand’s capital, she grew up in a close-knit family that placed a strong emphasis on education, personal growth, and achievement. 

As Canada continues to welcome newcomers, we should remember that behind every immigration policy are people whose knowledge, experiences and contributions deserve to be recognized.

When Ashish Barua's daughter brought home Métis beadwork, it made him realize that as a newcomer, he'd been taught virtually nothing about Indigenous history and culture.

Federal policy shifts have led to fewer asylum claims — and governments are changing how refugees are housed.

AI can improve access to settlement services in Canada, but human expertise must remain central to complex, legal and sensitive newcomer needs.

Sulaiman Rameen has been in Canada for more than a year, but he is still looking for the right opportunity to use the skills he brought with him.

The Welcome to Canada project aims to make newcomers feel more informed, confident and connected by giving newcomers access to an online course and guide with practical information.

The City of Nanaimo is honouring the history of the Japanese Canadian community with the development of two projects at local parks. The City has been working with the Central Vancouver Island Japanese Canadian Society, also known as 7 Potatoes on the projects.

Not only was a Canadian winning the title in this category after a 15-year gap, her coach said, but Katya represents a growing diverse pool of baton twirlers drawn from people of colour.

When refugee families first arrive in Winnipeg they are plunged into an alien culture.

More than 300,000 Haitians who have lived and worked in the U.S. for years are now at risk of being deported after the Trump administration terminated their temporary protected status. The move has ignited a push to let more of them into Canada.