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Jan 15, 2026

Ontario Launches New Immigrant Entrepreneur Stream for Tech Startups

The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program introduces a specialized stream for tech entrepreneurs, offering expedited pathways to permanent residency for founders creating innovative businesses in Toronto, Ottawa, and Waterloo.

Source: Ontario Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development

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Toronto Opens 500 New Affordable Housing Units for Newcomers

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Jan 14, 2026

Toronto Opens 500 New Affordable Housing Units for Newcomers

Toronto Community Housing announces completion of new affordable housing development in North York, specifically designed to support immigrant families and refugees settling in the GTA.

Source: Toronto Community Housing Corporation

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Polycultural Immigrant and Community Services Celebrates 50 Years

A look at the role of community organizations in supporting newcomers, including the provision of housing and settlement support for thousands of Afghan refugees and Ukrainian temporary residents.

Aug 20, 2026Newswire

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Canada needs a national strategy for homeless refugee claimants

Experts argue that Canada requires a cohesive national strategy to address the growing issue of homelessness among refugee claimants and to better uphold humanitarian responsibilities.

Aug 20, 2026The Conversation

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Canada’s Immigration Dual Reality: Narrower Access, Persistent Demand

A report highlighting the current landscape of Canadian immigration, noting that while demand remains high, access to various immigration streams has become increasingly restricted.

Aug 20, 2026Fragomen

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Immigration department releases monthly update on application processing

IRCC released updated data on August 18, 2026, detailing the throughput and inventory status for permanent residence, temporary residence, and citizenship applications as of June 30, 2026.

Aug 20, 2026CIC News

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Canada to Limit Free Access to Settlement Services for New Immigrants

As of April 1, 2026, the Canadian government has introduced time limits on access to federally funded settlement services for economic class permanent residents to prioritize resources for new arrivals.

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Featured Stories

Ontario Launches New Immigrant Entrepreneur Stream for Tech Startups

Toronto Opens 500 New Affordable Housing Units for Newcomers

Latest News

Polycultural Immigrant and Community Services Celebrates 50 Years

Canada needs a national strategy for homeless refugee claimants

Canada’s Immigration Dual Reality: Narrower Access, Persistent Demand

Immigration department releases monthly update on application processing

Canada to Limit Free Access to Settlement Services for New Immigrants

Canada needs a national strategy for homeless refugee claimants

Canada’s Immigration Dual Reality: Narrower Access, Persistent Demand

Homelessness and immigration in Canada from 2020 - 2023

Immigration department releases monthly update on application processing

Canada to Limit Free Access to Settlement Services for New Immigrants

Canada Builds on Pledges and Partnerships at the Global Refugee Forum

Canada Provides More Support to Refugees and Those Who Host Them

Canada's New Immigration Policies Succeed in Curbing Population Growth

Canada Ranks Fifth Globally for Asylum Claims in 2023, UNHCR Reports

Canada's Immigration Transformation: Temporary Residents Reduction and 33,000 More Permanent Residents

Canada Builds on Pledges and Partnerships at the Global Refugee Forum

Canada Provides More Support to Refugees and Those Who Host Them

Canada's New Immigration Policies Succeed in Curbing Population Growth

Canada Ranks Fifth Globally for Asylum Claims in 2023, UNHCR Reports

Canada's Immigration Transformation: Temporary Residents Reduction and 33,000 More Permanent Residents

Canada Builds on Pledges and Partnerships at the Global Refugee Forum

Canada Provides More Support to Refugees and Those Who Host Them

Canada's New Immigration Policies Succeed in Curbing Population Growth

Canada Ranks Fifth Globally for Asylum Claims in 2023, UNHCR Reports

Canada's Immigration Transformation: Temporary Residents Reduction and 33,000 More Permanent Residents

Canada Provides More Support to Refugees and Those Who Host Them

Canada Honours and Shows Solidarity with Refugees Worldwide

Canada Ranks Fifth Globally for Asylum Claims in 2023, UNHCR Reports

Canada's New Immigration Policies Succeed in Curbing Population Growth

Canada's Immigration Transformation: Temporary Residents Reduction and 33,000 More Permanent Residents

Canada's Immigration Transformation: Temporary Residents Reduction, but 33,000 More Permanent Residents

Canada Provides More Support to Refugees and Those Who Host Them

Canada Ranks Fifth Globally for Asylum Claims in 2023, UNHCR Reports

Changes to Citizenship Rules and Requirements

Canada's 2026–2028 Immigration Levels Plan: Sharp Temporary Cuts, Permanent Stability

Canada's New Immigration Policies Succeed in Curbing Population Growth

Canada Provides More Support to Refugees and Those Who Host Them

Canada Ranks Fifth Globally for Asylum Claims in 2023, UNHCR Reports

Canada's New Immigration Policies Succeed in Curbing Population Growth

Canada's Immigration Transformation: Reduction in Temporary Residents and New Permanent Residency Initiatives

Canada's New Immigration Policies Succeed in Curbing Population Growth

Canada Honours and Shows Solidarity with Refugees Worldwide

Canada Ranks Fifth Globally for Asylum Claims in 2023, UNHCR Reports

Canada's Immigration Levels Plan 2025–2027: Phased Reductions and New Targets

Canada's Immigration Transformation: Reduction in Temporary Residents and New Permanent Residency Programs

Canadian Refugee Resettlement Numbers Reach Record Levels in 2025

BC Introduces Enhanced Settlement Services in Rural Communities

Ontario Expands French-Language Immigration Programs