Minister Kenneys trip highlights Canadas commitment to combating Anti-Semitism and recognizing th..
Friday, July 3, 2009
Ottawa, July 3, 2009 Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Minister Jason Kenney returned to Canada yesterday after a successful visit to the United Kingdom and continental Europe to promote Canadas strong commitment to combating anti-Semitism, as well as denounce the evils of communism.
Canada remembers the Battle of the Somme
Thursday, July 2, 2009
Ottawa Canadian and French citizens gathered at the Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial National Historic Site of Canada in France to mark the 93rd anniversary of the day Canadians and Newfoundlanders marched into battle in the pursuit of peace during the Battle of the Somme.
Canadian visa restrictions look likely for Czech vistors
Thursday, July 2, 2009
A Czech newspaper has reported that there are moves by the Canadian Government to re-introduce visa restrictions for Czech visitors.
Canada celebrates evolving cultural mosaic on Canada Day
Wednesday, July 1, 2009
Today marks the 142nd anniversary of the official establishment of Canada, the day the British North American provinces were united in the federation of Canada . Commonly known as Canada Day, July 1st is celebrated across Canada through various events.
OECD report encourages western countries to maintain immigration levels, citing Canada as example
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Given the current global economic situation, some countries have considered reducing immigration numbers. However, Canada has nevertheless pledged to maintain immigration levels and has been named one of the western nations that are least likely to develop an anti-immigration backlash despite the economic crisis by the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).
Government of Canada brings home Canadian citizen stranded in Sudan
Monday, June 29, 2009
In the May edition of the Canadian Immigration Newsletter, Attorney David Cohen wrote a blog about a Canadian citizen who had been stranded in Sudan for six years as an al-Qaeda suspect.
Support for taking biometric data from Canadian visa applicants
Monday, June 29, 2009
A public opinion poll for the Candadian immigration department found that Canadians support the idea of using fingerprints and other biometric information to identify those coming to Canada or to prevent abuse of government programs.
Minister Kenney celebrates Canadian Multiculturalism Day
Friday, June 26, 2009
Ottawa, June 26, 2009 The Honourable Jason Kenney, Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism, issued the following statement celebrating Canadian Multiculturalism Day.
Canadas Prime Minister designates Pier 21 immigration museum a National Historic Museum
Thursday, June 25, 2009
Prime Minister Stephen Harper has recently designated an immigration museum located at Pier 21 in Halifax, Nova Scotia , used as a point-of-entry for immigrants for almost 43 years, a National Historic Museum.
Parliamentary Secretary Wong to speak about the reintroduction of amendments to the Immigration and..
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Vancouver, June 24, 2009 On behalf of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Minister Jason Kenney, Dr. Alice Wong, Parliamentary Secretary for Multiculturalism, will hold a news conference regarding the reintroduction of amendments to the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA) to help protect vulnerable foreign workers such as exotic dancers and live-in caregivers who could be victims of exploitation.
Minister Guergis to speak about the reintroduction of amendments to the Immigration Act to protect ..
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Toronto, June 24, 2009 On behalf of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Minister Jason Kenney, Minister of State for the Status of Women Helena Guergis will hold a news conference regarding the reintroduction of amendments to the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act to help protect vulnerable foreign workers such as exotic dancers and live-in caregivers who could be victims of exploitation.
Saskatchewan unveils a new immigration strategy
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Saskatchewan's Immigration Minister Rob Norris has announced the details of the province's new immigration strategy, entitled Strengthening our Communities and Economy .
Canada achieves full membership in the Holocaust Task Force
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Oslo, June 24, 2009 Canada is now a full member of the Task Force for International Cooperation on Holocaust Education, Remembrance and Research (ITF), Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Minister Jason Kenney announced today.
Minister Kenney announces citizenship judge appointments
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Ottawa, June 24, 2009 Aris Babikian and Floyd Calvin Babcock have been appointed citizenship judges for three-year full-time terms, Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Minister Jason Kenney announced today.
Canadian visa holders kept safe by new law
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
The Government of Canada has announced it will reintroduce amendments to the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA) to help protect vulnerable foreign workers from exploitation.
Olympic hopeful given Canadian citizenship by immigration minister
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
An Olympic hopeful was formally welcomed as a Canadian citizen today at a ceremony in Ontario.
Olympic hopeful Kaitlyn Weaver obtains Canadian citizenship
Monday, June 22, 2009
Ottawa, June 22, 2009 Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Minister Jason Kenney today welcomed Olympic hopeful Kaitlyn Weaver as a Canadian citizen.
Canada celebrates World Refugee Day
Monday, June 22, 2009
On Saturday, Canada's Immigration Minister Jason Kenney joined the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) in celebrating World Refugee Day. They unveiled a new multi-media presentation, "Voices of Refugees," a series of videos of refugees telling their stories.
Minister Jason Kenney travels to continental Europe and the United Kingdom
Monday, June 22, 2009
Ottawa, June 22, 2009 Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Minister Jason Kenney leaves tomorrow for an official visit to continental Europe and the United Kingdom. The Ministers agenda in Europe will include travel to Norway, Hungary, the Czech Republic and France, where he will represent the Government of Canada and Prime Minister Stephen Harper at various commemorative events on the Holocaust and the evils of communism.
Canada Celebrates World Refugee Day
Saturday, June 20, 2009
Ottawa, June 20, 2009 Today, the Government of Canada joins the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) in celebrating World Refugee Day.
