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Canada-Quebec relationship on immigration matters
The Government of the United States has announced a 30-day public consultation period, beginning on June 15, 2020, on proposed changes to the U.S. asylum system.
IRCC has put several measures in place due to Government of Canada travel restrictions implemented and the temporary pause of most visitor applications in response to COVID-19.
Facilitation measures for temporary workers during the pandemic.
International students in Canada or planning to study in Canada have been impacted by the health and travel restrictions imposed to address COVID-19 pandemic. The Department has put in place measures to assist international students during these uncertain times.
Launch of the Agri-Food Pilot
COVID-19 has impacted the ability of Canada and other countries to protect refugees through resettlement.
The COVID pandemic may be affecting temporary residents in a number of ways. Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada has taken proactive measures to ensure that foreign nationals in Canada are aware of their options to renew or extend their status.
Exemptions to the temporary covid-19 travel restrictions.
Process to Introduce a Municipal Nominee Program