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Economic immigrants hand-picked by the federal government are leading a growing exodus of newcomers from Canada
19.11.2024
A new report from the Institute for Canadian Citizenship (ICC), conducted by the Conference Board of Canada shows that immigrants are leaving Canada in record numbers, particularly the high-skilled immigrants Canada urgently needs.
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Institute of Canadian Citizenship partners with Cineplex to Celebrate Diwali
07.11.2024
The Institute for Canadian Citizenship (ICC) and Cineplex are partnering to bring the joy of Diwali to newcomers across Canada. From October 31 through November 15, 2024, members of the ICC’s Canoo App can enjoy a free regular Coca-Cola® fountain drink at any Cineplex theatre, simply by redeeming an exclusive offer on the Canoo app.
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Reducing Number of Newcomers to Canada Misses the Real Issue of Current Immigrants Looking to Leave
30.10.2024
Immigrants with the greatest potential to fuel Canada’s economy are the most at risk of leaving within the next two years, according to new findings from The Newcomer Perspective, a large-scale study conducted jointly by Ipsos and the Institute for Canadian Citizenship (ICC). With so much attention focused on how many immigrants Canada admits, new research shines a light on how successfully they are integrating into Canadian economic, social and civic life through the first 10 years after arrival.
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Statement from the ICC on the Federal Government’s Announcement on Immigration Levels
24.10.2024
Statement from the ICC on the Federal Government’s Announcement on Immigration Levels
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The Institute for Canadian Citizenship and TELUS join forces to provide exclusive offers and no credit checks for newcomers to Canada via the Canoo App
17.10.2024
The Institute for Canadian Citizenship and TELUS join forces to provide exclusive offers and no credit checks for newcomers to Canada via the Canoo App
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Overlooking immigrant talent an ‘own goal’ for Canadian companies
08.10.2024
Talent to win. A new report and playbook from the Institute for Canadian Citizenship (ICC) and Deloitte shows Canadian companies several ways they can boost their financial scores with the help of immigrants already in Canada and keen to get in the game.
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New IPSOS-ICC Study Reveals Newcomers Feel Welcomed and Treated Fairly yet Challenged by Housing and Finances
06.02.2024
Early findings from The Newcomer Perspective, a study conducted jointly by Ipsos and the Institute for Canadian Citizenship (ICC), show that newcomers have mixed feelings as they acclimatize to life in Canada. Preliminary results from the research, which will gather the views of 20,000 newcomers to Canada in 2024, demonstrate how critical it is for governments, businesses and all Canadians to understand all phases of the newcomer journey to Canada. That journey is indeed a very dynamic one, with significant shifts in perspectives and behaviours across different demographics and throughout the first ten years in Canada. As results also demonstrate, it is also a journey of mixed emotions.
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The Institute for Canadian Citizenship recognizes Canada’s top institutions for Newcomers
22.01.2024
In recognition of the critical work that Canoo’s partners are doing for newcomers across Canada at a time when they are faced with growing challenges, the Institute for Canadian Citizenship (ICC) is launching its inaugural Canoo Awards, celebrating the Canadian culture and nature institutions that set a new standard in helping newcomers feel at home in Canada.
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Ipsos and the Institute for Canadian Citizenship Partner on a Groundbreaking New Study of Newcomer Experiences in Canada – the Largest of its Kind
16.01.2024
Ipsos, one of the world’s leading market research companies, is pleased to announce its partnership with the Institute for Canadian Citizenship (ICC), Canada’s leading newcomer-serving charity, to produce Canada’s largest and most comprehensive insights program to understand the Canadian newcomer experience. The study, which is the largest of its kind, will provide an understanding of newcomers throughout their immigration journey, from recent arrival to becoming Canadian citizens, and beyond.
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