Newcomers and Immigrants in Canada

Many political debates about immigration and the welfare of immigrants are not accompanied by facts. A new data set can help with that.

There are new opportunities in British Columbia, Prince Edward Island, and New Brunswick. Skilled workers and business owners can apply through their PNPs

The doors of Multi Cook, a Ukrainian fast-food store, officially opened at 155 18th St. on Saturday, marking the first location of its kind in Manitoba and one of only three in Canada. 

Settlement program cuts could leave 200 newcomers without support and result in 10 layoffs

Krishan Jogia turned to an immigration consultancy before landing in Toronto in 2023, only to later realize — after spending thousands of dollars to get his wife to Canada — he had been dealing with a "ghost" consultancy. Experts say newcomers prefer consultants to lawyers for their immigration paperwork as they're more affordable. But there are calls for more efforts to penalize those operating without a licence.

Many Manitoba newcomers say they feel unwelcome and isolated upon arrival, and their Canadian dreams don't match reality.

A new coalition of settlement sector organizations calls on federal politicans to offer a unifying vision for immmigration in Canada.

After months of fighting for the tent-like reception centres to house asylum seekers, Camille Kamanzi, executive director of Burundi We Want Ottawa, says he’s filled with disappointment. 

Thousands of Quebec asylum seekers who cared for patients during the COVID-19 pandemic in health-care establishments have been refused permanent residency under a federal pathway set up to thank them. Others have been waiting for years.

Finding a job is one of the first things on the todo list of many newcomers to Saskatchewan, and it can be challenging. Jolene Watson, a professional speaker, trainer and networking expert, shared some tips for job seekers with CBC Radio's The Morning Edition.

Many Ukrainians living in Edmonton are feeling relieved. Their work and study permits were set to expire on March 31, creating uncertainty about what they would do next, as the war overseas continues. But the federal government has announced an extension until March 31, 2026.

By making it easier to access accurate information, the government can help skilled migrants make informed decisions to come to Canada and help the country retain talent.

In April 2002, the Enriquez family officially moved to northern Alberta. They remain in the community today.

Canada has long been a destination for American expatriates due to its geographic proximity, familiar culture and similar socioeconomic environment. However, migration flows have historically fluctuated in response to economic, political, and social factors. This article examines recent trends in migration flows from the U.S. to Canada.

Canada has long been a welcoming oasis for newcomers who’ve left behind dangerous conditions or difficult lives overseas in search of something better. Portage la Prairie, in particular, has been home to many Ukrainians for decades, and the ongoing war caused by Russia’s invasion has brought even more to the area. Iryna Braun, herself a Ukrainian who came to Canada a few years ago, has become an active part of the community. She now finds herself meeting fellow Ukrainians who only recently arrived.

Kingston’s history is heavily woven with stories of immigrants, and the city's future depends on the contributions of its latest newcomers.

North Island Employment Foundations Society (NIEFS) announced the release of a new series of video shorts sharing inspiring stories of internationally trained workers whose lives have been positively impacted through their participation in the NIEFS

As a discovery scientist at a Vancouver-based startup, Timsy Bhando continues her mission to develop innovative treatments that could improve people’s lives.

P.E.I.'s Temporary Foreign Worker Protection Act, which was passed nearly three years ago, will take effect this year. But advocates say the legislation does not go far enough to address the systemic injustices faced by this vulnerable population.

Three musicians who immigrated to the Island say P.E.I.'s music scene has embraced their diverse cultural backgrounds. 

The Immigrant Welcome Centre across the North Island has had a reduction of six staff members

Citing a decrease in demand from newcomers in the shelter system, the City of Ottawa is cancelling plans to set up tent-like reception centres to house asylum seekers.

The Canadian government is carving a path to residency for undocumented construction workers to help fill the industry's labour shortage.

Sa'adatu Usman has lived in five different countries and now lives in Newfoundland and Labrador. Through her new non-profit Global Citizen Inc., she is hoping to support other newcomers with what she has learned through her travels.

Recent immigration policy changes in Canada have made it harder for international students and foreign workers to secure permanent residency, forcing many to reconsider their future in the country. These cuts have also affected businesses, rural communities and essential services on P.E.I.