OECD calls on policy makers to prevent coronavirus from turning into “integration crisis” A summary of findings and recommendations from the OECD on the COVID-19 impact on immigrants and their children. Around the world, immigrants and their children have been disproportionately affected by the coronavirus pandemic, and they are likely to continue to be affected in terms of health and integration outcomes. By Shelby Thevenot
Thousands of would-be Canadian permanent residents stranded abroad Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has contacted 2,700 expired-visa holders who requested to come to Canada. Of those, 120 have been allowed to travel. When Prashant Gupta got his confirmation of permanent residence, he quit his job and booked his flight to Canada to leave on March 18, 2020. Two days before his scheduled trip, borders closed and Canada went into lockdown. By Shelby Thevenot
Express Entry: Canada invites 4,500 to apply for permanent residence Canada has now issued 82,850 ITAs this year Canada’s new Express Entry draw ties for the all-time biggest draw ever. By Shelby Thevenot
Canada most accepting country for migrants, U.S. 6th place: poll Though Canada and the U.S. have gone in opposite directions on immigration policy, a recent public opinion poll suggests that both countries are still highly accepting of migrants. Canada appears to be the world’s most accepting country for migrants, according to a new global survey. By Shelby Thevenot
Canadian travel restrictions extended until Halloween Canada extends travel restrictions on international travellers for another month while it continues to invite new immigration candidates to apply for permanent residence. Canada is once again extending travel restrictions to foreign travellers as cases of coronavirus continue to rise. By Shelby Thevenot
What Canada’s throne speech means for immigration The priorities outlined for Canada's new session of Parliament have several implications for the country's immigration policies and immigrants themselves. The Canadian government has emphasized that welcoming immigrants will remain a key priority in the new session of Parliament. By Kareem El-Assal
Canadians see family reunification as biggest priority in 2020 A new survey finds Canadians are still positive about immigration, but want to see family reunification as a priority over economic-class and refugee-class immigration. Canadians generally agree that immigration is positive for long-term economic recovery but want to see family members given the priority for immigration. By Shelby Thevenot
Canada adds 30 days to international travel restrictions Coronavirus travel restrictions and mandatory quarantine requirements are being extended until the end of September. Canada is extending travel restrictions on incoming foreign travellers for another month as coronavirus continues to pose a threat to public safety. By Shelby Thevenot
Canada to welcome over one million new immigrants between 2020-2022 Marco Mendicino outlines vision for Canada’s immigration system in first major speech since his November 2019 appointment as minister Marco Mendicino laid out his vision for Canada’s immigration system today in Toronto. By Kareem El-Assal
