Canada’s immigration backlog grows to 2.7 million people The backlog has grown by nearly 300,000 people since June. Canada continues to struggle with its immigration applications as its inventory now stands at some 2.7 million people. By Kareem El-Assal
Sean Fraser talks about how life has changed since he became Canada’s minister of immigration The final segment of CIC News's interview with Immigration Minister Sean Fraser. Sean Fraser told CIC News in an interview that the biggest change since becoming Canada’s immigration minister has been managing his time as a politician as well as a family man. By Shelby Thevenot
Three Canadian cities made the top 10 of the Global Livability Index 2022 Canada is the only country to have three cities in the top ten Three Canadian cities have made the top ten in the list of the world’s most livable cities in the Global Livability Index 2022. By Edana Robitaille
Survey: International students choose Canada for its reputation as a safe and inclusive country There are many pathways for graduates stay in Canada The Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE) has recently released the results of their 2021 annual international student survey. The survey contains data from over 41,000 students from 67 Canadian educational institutions. International students provided input on their experiences with all aspects of studying in Canada. They answered questions about why they decided to study […] By Edana Robitaille
Business Council of Canada says increased immigration is vital to Canada’s economy Two thirds of Canadian businesses surveyed hire talent from abroad Canada works hard to position itself as an ideal home for the best and the brightest global talent across all industries. By Edana Robitaille
Canada’s immigration minister wants to make good on mandate letter commitments for refugees and undocumented workers In Part 7 of CIC News' special interview series, Sean Fraser talks about his bucket list of items to complete during his term as minister of immigration. We asked Sean Fraser what he personally wants to achieve during his term as Canada’s minister of immigration. By Shelby Thevenot
How Muslims in Canada are celebrating Eid ul-Adha Canadian Muslims are celebrating one of the holiest event of the year with prayers, meals, and charity. Today, Muslim communities across Canada are celebrating Eid ul-Adha, marking the end of the Hajj, the annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca. By Shelby Thevenot
Canada’s population growth at highest level in more than 30 years 113,700 new immigrants arrived in Canada in the first quarter of 2022. As of April 1, 2022, Canada’s population was estimated to be nearly 39 million people. This is a population increase of nearly 128,000 people over three months from January 1. By Edana Robitaille
A look at Canada Day through Heritage Minutes Heritage Minutes are short films that aim to educate about Canada’s history and achievements Canada Day celebrations are back this year after being curtailed by the COVID-19 pandemic. It is a day to celebrate the nation’s shared history and achievements. People can expect big events, fireworks and get-togethers with family and friends. By Edana Robitaille
