The Media Roundup provides links to recent and archived articles, in both English and French, on immigration and diversity appearing in the national and local news. Some international content is also included. Articles are updated weekly.
Toronto Star — Majority of Canadians say immigration level still too high, but confidence growing in Carney fixing ‘broken’ system: Poll
The Liberal party has restored some Canadians’ confidence in its ability to manage immigration, though a majority still believe the Conservatives are better equipped to fix the beleaguered system, according to a new poll. A year after implementing some seismic policy changes to reduce immigration intakes, the Liberals are closing the gap with the opposition Conservatives in public perception of their ability to handle a system what many view as “broken,” said the Abacus Data survey, published on the eve of the release of Ottawa’s 2026-28 immigration levels plan on Tuesday.
Government of Canada — Let’s celebrate National Francophone Immigration Week
The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, issued the following statement to recognize National Francophone Immigration Week: “Today marks the launch of the 13th edition of National Francophone Immigration Week, with the theme ‘Thank you for enriching our Francophonie.’ This week is an opportunity to celebrate the cultural, economic and social contributions of Francophone newcomers and the fundamental role they play across Canada.
Reuters — Fearing fraud, Canada rejects most Indian study permit applicants
Canada’s clampdown on international students has hit applicants from India particularly hard, government data shows, as what was once a preferred destination loses its allure for Indian students. Canada lowered the number of international student permits it issues for the second year in a row in early 2025 as part of a broader effort to reduce the number of temporary migrants and address fraud related to student visas. About 74% of Indian applications for permits to study at Canadian post-secondary institutions in August – the most recent month available – were rejected, compared to about 32% in August 2023, according to immigration department data provided to Reuters.
La Presse — Des immigrants sans emploi sont prêts à quitter Montréal pour les régions
Au Salon de l’immigration, tenu les 29 et 30 octobre au Palais des congrès de Montréal, le même constat revenait d’un kiosque à l’autre : trouver un emploi à Montréal n’est pas simple. Étudiants étrangers, demandeurs d’asile, travailleurs temporaires ou résidents permanents, ils n’en sont pas tous à leurs débuts au Québec, mais chacun cherche à s’établir professionnellement. Beaucoup se disent même prêts à quitter la métropole pour les régions.
CBC News — Ottawa seeking mass visa cancellation powers to deter fraud from India: internal documents
The federal government is seeking the power to cancel applications for groups of visa holders at least in part due to concerns of fraud from India and Bangladesh, according to internal documents obtained by CBC News. A departmental presentation to the immigration minister’s office said that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) and unnamed U.S. partners are aiming to identify and cancel fraudulent visitor visa applications.
CBC News — Carney’s immigration strategy comes during a shift in the economy — and public opinion on newcomers
Canadians will learn how the federal government is revising its immigration strategy in Tuesday’s budget, as public support for immigration is changing and after Ottawa already lowered its targets last fall. The Trudeau government had cut immigration levels after it rapidly increased during the post-pandemic labour shortage.
