Canada

Canada - Government of Canada announces funding to help newcomers settle in Durham Region

The Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Citizenship and Immigration, today announced funding to help six organizations in Durham Region deliver settlement services to an estimated 2,400 newcomers in the community.

Canada - Government continues consultations on immigration priorities with national stakeholders

Ottawa, August 15, 2008 — The Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Citizenship and Immigration, met today with national stakeholders from business, industry, labour and non‑governmental organizations to discuss occupational priorities for immigration purposes.

Canada - Australian Skilled Migration more successful than Canada

Research from the University of Melbourne found changes to the Australian immigration policy caused a dramatic turnaround in the efficiency and effectiveness of the country's migration program, reports Canadian Immigration. The research also showed the immigration system in Canada seems to be failing in comparison in its attempt to match immigrants to the right jobs.

Canada - Calgary City needs $11.5B to fund growth

A new civic report predicts it could cost Calgary a whopping $11.5 billion in the next decade to keep up with development that continues to push new communities to the city limits.

Canada - Controversial New Immigration Laws

to Benefit Many Skilled Workers. Controversial changes to the Canadian Immigration Act have been accepted in the House of Commons Yesterday.

Canada - Minister addresses Canadian Club on future of Immigration.

The Honourable Jason Kenney, Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism, said today the government remains committed to a dynamic immigration program and to the successful integration of newcomers.