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“Today, we remember one of the greatest tragedies of the last century. The Holodomor, otherwise known as the “Terror-Famine in Ukraine,” which resulted from the policies of the Soviet regime under Joseph Stalin. “The deliberate starvation of millions of people in 1932-33 is among the worst crimes against humanity ever committed. “The Government of Canada […]

“With the launch of Express Entry in January, our Government will build on our strong and proven record of helping immigrants succeed, and helping Canada’s economy thrive. Starting January 1st, we will be able to select the top economic immigrants who will contribute to our economy, labour market and communities.” Chris Alexander, Canada’s Citizenship and

Building on a Track Record of Successful Immigration Reforms December 3, 2014 — Ottawa — Canada’s Citizenship and Immigration Minister Chris Alexander today announced that Mario Dion has been appointed as Chairperson of the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada (IRB), effective January 1, 2015. The appointment is for a 5-year term. Mr. Dion, 58,

Ottawa, September 3, 2015 – Citizenship and Immigration Canada today issued the following statement:  “The plight of the Syrian people, including the events of yesterday, is a tragedy and we offer our condolences to all those affected.  “An application for Mr Mohammad Kurdi and his family was received by the department but was returned as

700 new citizens join the Canadian family in one day at Montreal ceremonies December 4, 2014 — MONTREAL, QC — Today, Canada welcomed more than 700 new citizens from nearly 100 countries at four citizenship ceremonies in Montreal. For a new Canadian, the citizenship ceremony marks their formal entry into Canadian society. A citizenship ceremony

December 12, 2014—OTTAWA— More than 1,100 individuals from 122 countries became Canadian citizens at 15 citizenship ceremonies in Ottawa this week, announced Canada’s Citizenship and Immigration Minister Chris Alexander today. Alexander welcomed and congratulated Canada’s newest citizens at a special citizenship ceremony at Rideau Hall on Tuesday. The ceremony, which saw 50 new Canadians take the

“We would like to extend warm birthday wishes to His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan, and to all Canadian Ismailis celebrating this happy milestone. “As the spiritual leader of the Shia Imami Ismaili Muslim people, the Aga Khan stands as an extraordinary example of the value and success of cooperation and peaceful pluralism. These are

“This evening in Jewish communities around the world, families and friends will gather to celebrate the first of eight nights of Chanukah, the Festival of Lights.  “This eight-day celebration commemorates the successful rebellion of the Jewish people, led by the heroic Maccabees.  It is marked by a ritual cleansing and re-dedication of the Temple.  Candles

Canada is attracting experienced immigrant investors who will contribute to our economic growth and long-term prosperity. Benefits of the Program The Immigrant Investor Venture Capital (IIVC) pilot program is a new approach to immigrant investor programming in Canada, which is expected to have strong benefits for the Canadian economy. The program will target high-net worth

Government unveils new Immigrant Investor Venture Capital Pilot Program December 16, 2014 — Vancouver — Today, Citizenship and Immigration Minister Chris Alexander announced that Canada will unveil a pilot program in January 2015 to attract experienced business immigrants who can actively invest in the Canadian economy, stimulating innovation, economic growth and job creation. The new