IRCC Immigration Updates

Refugees

Apr 30, 2026

OB 282 has been incorporated into the refugee protection pages

New operational instruction regarding OB 282 has been incorporated into the refugee protection pages

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Refugees

Mar 27, 2026

New immigration and asylum measures from Bill C-12 (the Strengthening Canada’s Immigration System and Borders Act) have become law

Bill C-12 received royal assent and has become law, strengthening Canada’s immigration and asylum systems in 4 key areas

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Refugees

Jan 27, 2026

Changes to the Interim Federal Health Program

Official IRCC notice: Changes to the Interim Federal Health Program

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Refugees

Dec 19, 2025

Changes to the pre-removal risk assessment for Iran

Official IRCC notice: Changes to the pre-removal risk assessment for Iran

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Refugees

Nov 21, 2025

Temporary Pause Extended on Intake of Refugee Sponsorship Applications From Groups of Five and Community Sponsors

Official IRCC notice: Temporary Pause Extended on Intake of Refugee Sponsorship Applications From Groups of Five and Community Sponsors

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Refugees

Jul 04, 2025

Changes to the pre-removal risk assessment for the Democratic Republic of Congo

Official IRCC notice: Changes to the pre-removal risk assessment for the Democratic Republic of Congo

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Refugees

Jun 20, 2025

Canada marks World Refugee Day with solidarity

“On World Refugee Day, Canada reaffirms its commitment to meet humanitarian needs, address the root causes of forced displacement and find lasting solutions for refugees and other displaced people. We…

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Refugees

Jun 12, 2025

Canada extends pilot to support skilled refugees and employers

Official IRCC notice: Canada extends pilot to support skilled refugees and employers

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Refugees

Jun 20, 2024

Canada honours and shows solidarity with refugees worldwide

Canada honours and shows solidarity with refugees worldwide

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Refugees

Dec 15, 2023

Canada provides more support to refugees and those who host them

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, made and endorsed a number of pledges at the 2023 Global Refugee Forum.

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Refugees

Jul 14, 2023

Minister Fraser announces appointment of chair of Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada

The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, issued the following statement:

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Refugees

Jun 20, 2023

Inspiring hope and creating opportunities for refugees

"Today, on World Refugee Day, the global community honours the strength and courage of millions of refugees, while showing empathy and understanding for their plight. In Canada, we have a proud histor…

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