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New International Student Program regulations take effect

Canada’s diverse and inclusive society, high-quality educational institutions and potential opportunities to work or immigrate after graduation have made Canada a leading destination for students f...

Minister Miller to hold media scrum following a discussion with the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade

he Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will hold a media scrum following a speaking program with the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade, which will focus on the...

Minister Miller celebrates National Francophone Immigration Week by highlighting the vital import...

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship made the following statement to celebrate National Francophone Immigration Week.

Temporary measures to support people affected by the crisis in Lebanon

The situation in Lebanon remains volatile and unpredictable due to violent and intensifying clashes between Israel and Hezbollah, including daily rocket and missile fire as well as air strikes. As ...

New pathway to permanent residence for families of the victims of flight PS752

Canada is committed to supporting those affected by the tragic event involving Ukraine International Airlines Flight 752 (PS752).

Speaking notes for the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship:...

Immigration is essential for our country’s economy and accounts for almost 100% of Canada’s labour force growth. In response to the global pandemic and labour shortages, we brought in temporary mea...

2025–2027 Immigration Levels Plan

Each year, the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship tables the Immigration Levels Plan, a forward-looking snapshot of immigration targets for the next three years.

Government of Canada reduces immigration

Today, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced the 2025–2027 Immigration Levels Plan: a plan that will pause population growth in the short term to ...

IRCC to provide media technical briefing on Immigration Levels

IRCC to provide media technical briefing on Immigration Levels

Financial assistance for Gazans arriving in Canada

Canada remains deeply concerned about the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, and the scale of the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Since Hamas’ terrorist attack on October 7, 2023, Canada has b...

Minister Miller to attend citizenship ceremony in Winnipeg

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will welcome 80 of Canada’s newest citizens from 15 different countries at a ceremony in Winnipeg. Citizenship Judge S...

Supporting cross-border mobility for Indigenous Peoples

Colonial borders have had profound impacts on Indigenous Peoples. They have put stress on families, kinship, cultural ties, traditional practices, language preservation and revitalization, governan...

Canada and Yukon partner to support workers through Territorial Nominee Program

The federal government is committed to supporting critical sectors in regional economies while providing skilled workers with clear pathways to permanent residence.

Speaking notes for the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship:...

Earlier this year, I gave Canadians an update on the status of Canada’s immigration system and our ongoing work to make it more efficient and sustainable.

Strengthening temporary residence programs for sustainable volumes

Canada has a long and proud history of welcoming newcomers from around the world who support our economy and enrich our country. In response to labour shortages and the aftershocks of the pandemic,...

Actions taken to strengthen Canada’s temporary residence programs and migration pathways

Immigration must be responsive to our country’s needs. Setting goals and targets for immigration is a critical part of how we support a well-managed, sustainable immigration system built on communi...

Minister Miller and Minister Boissonnault to announce additional actions to protect our immigrati...

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, and The Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, will make...

Canada celebrates Welcoming Week 2024

“By celebrating our strengths and differences, we create a community where everyone feels included and valued. With the exception of Indigenous Peoples, all of us trace our stories back to immigrat...

Citizenship ceremony in Ottawa to launch Welcoming Week

The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, will welcome 61 of Canada’s newest citizens from 24 countries in a ceremony to mark the start of Welcoming Week. Welco...

Enhancing the vitality of Francophone communities by welcoming French-speaking international stud...

Francophone immigration plays a crucial role in strengthening our national identity. This is why Canada is redoubling its efforts to welcome French-speaking newcomers who will enrich the linguistic...

Government of Saskatchewan - News Releases

  • November 20th, 2024

Province Expands Cystic Fibrosis Drug Coverage

More patients in Saskatchewan living with cystic fibrosis (CF) are now eligible for Trikafta, a medication that improves lung function.  Effective November 15, coverage of Trikafta has expanded to...

  • November 20th, 2024

Company Fined $84,000 for Worker Fatality

Kevin's Custom Ag Ltd. pleaded guilty in Nipawin Provincial Court on September 25, 2024 to one violation of The Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, 2020. The company was charged with...

  • November 20th, 2024

Saskatchewan Commemorates Holodomor

During a special service at the Legislative Building today, Premier Scott Moe and MLAs joined with members of the province's Ukrainian community to commemorate the millions who died during the...

  • November 19th, 2024

Premier Announces the Recipients of the 2024 Premier's Award for Excellence in the Public Service

Today, Premier Scott Moe announced one emerging leader, three individuals and four teams from the public service will receive the Premier's Award for Excellence in the Public Service for 2024.  "I...

  • November 19th, 2024

Loss Reports Tabled

The most recent quarterly reports on losses of public money within government ministries and Crown corporations, for the period from July 1, 2024, to September 30, 2024, have been tabled with their...

  • November 19th, 2024

Investor Alert: Proclubteam, Bemo Investment Firm Ltd., and Top First Group Are Not Registered

The Financial and Consumer Affairs Authority of Saskatchewan (FCAA) warns investors of the online entities ProClubTeam, BEMO Investment Firm Ltd. and Top First Group. "We continue to support sou...

  • November 19th, 2024

Investor Alert: Gamma Holdings Are Not Registered

The Financial and Consumer Affairs Authority of Saskatchewan (FCAA) warns investors of the online entity Gamma Holdings. "We encourage Saskatchewan residents to verify that people selling...

  • November 18th, 2024

November 17-23 is Child and Youth in Care Week in Saskatchewan

Saskatchewan has officially proclaimed November 17-23, 2024, as Child and Youth in Care Week.  "Child and Youth in Care Week acknowledges the lived experiences of children and youth who are in the...

  • November 18th, 2024

Saskatchewan Proclaims International Education Week 2024

The Government of Saskatchewan is pleased to proclaim International Education Week from November 18 to 22, 2024. This week is recognized annually by governments, schools and organizations in over...

  • November 15th, 2024

No School Division Losses in Fourth Quarter

There were no reported school division losses of public money during the fourth quarter of the 2023-24 school division fiscal year (June 1, 2024, to August 31, 2024). The Ministry of Education has...

  • November 15th, 2024

HOMEBASE Integrated Youth Services Site Opens in Moose Jaw

Today, the province's second integrated youth services (IYS) site, or hub, opened its doors in Moose Jaw, delivering supports to young people ages 12 to 25 and their caregivers.  The hub is locate...

  • November 14th, 2024

New Legislature to Meet Starting November 25

Premier Scott Moe today announced that the first session of the new Legislative Assembly will begin on Monday, November 25 - exactly four weeks following the provincial general...

  • November 13th, 2024

Government of Saskatchewan Implementing Plans for Potential Canada Post Service Disruption

Government of Saskatchewan ministries, Crown corporations and organizations are implementing contingency plans to minimize the impacts of a potential postal service disruption. This includes...

  • November 12th, 2024

SIRT Investigating Death Following Single Vehicle Rollover in Moose Jaw

On Friday, November 8, at approximately 12:33 a.m., the Saskatchewan Serious Incident Response Team (SIRT) received a notification from the Moose Jaw Police Service (MJPS) regarding a serious...

  • November 12th, 2024

Inquest Into the Death of Barry Fontaine

A public inquest into the death of Barry Fontaine will be held December 9 to 13, 2024, at the Coronet Hotel, 3551 2nd Avenue West, in Prince Albert. The first day of the inquest is scheduled to...

  • November 8th, 2024

Company Fined $15,000 for Occupational Health and Safety Violation

On October 29, 2024, Rebel Drilling Ltd. pleaded guilty in Weyburn Provincial Court to violating one count under The Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, 1996. The charge was a result of th...

  • November 8th, 2024

Saskatchewan Power Corporation Fined $700,000 for Serious Workplace Injury

On October 31, 2024, Saskatchewan Power Corporation was sentenced in Prince Albert Provincial Court regarding one violation of The Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, 2020. The corporation...

  • November 8th, 2024

Government of Saskatchewan Awards Eight New Scholarships of Honour for 2024

The Government of Saskatchewan is proud to award the Scholarship of Honour to eight recipients this year. This scholarship provides a one-time award of $5,000 to returning Canadian Armed Forces...

  • November 7th, 2024

Premier Names New, Smaller Cabinet with a New Minister in Every Position

Premier Scott Moe today appointed a new, smaller cabinet, with a new minister in every cabinet position.    "This is a new beginning - a new government with a new mandate from Saskatchewan voters,...

  • November 6th, 2024

Public Service Veterans Honoured with Service of Remembrance

This morning, Members of the Legislative Assembly joined dignitaries, Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and public servants for the annual Service of Remembrance for the Public Service,...