The ICC retains immigrants in Canada at an unprecedented scale by providing exceptional integration experiences through Canoo, which serves more immigrants than all other Canadian organizations combined. Our courageous public policy work reminds Canada that immigration is our best opportunity for renewal.
Our Mission is Canada
The world’s smartest, most driven people have choices about where to build their futures. When they choose Canada, they pour their talents and ambitions into our shared success.
That’s not just flattering – it’s rocket fuel for becoming the nation we know we can be. Our job? To make newcomers’ bet pay off – not just for them, but for all of Canada
Our Programs
Citizenship Ceremonies
Our Enhanced Citizenship Ceremonies mark the life-changing moment of citizenship with celebrations centering the plethora of culture, diversity, and languages that constitute Canada.
Canoo
Our one-of-a-kind program, the Canoo Pass is the centerpiece of our efforts to unlock Canada for newcomers and make them feel wanted, respected and at home here.
Ideas and Insights
Working with partners and program participants, we drive research and develop cutting edge insights on inclusion and citizenship in the 21st century.
Advocacy
We are advocating for a more inclusive Canada through research, insights and live events. Join the conversation.
Our Impact
Since 2005, the ICC has worked to integrate newcomers into Canadian life as full and active citizens, while also furthering
Canada’s understanding of immigration and citizenship as powerful drivers of national renewal and success.
newcomers participated in Canoo
Enhanced Citizenship Ceremonies hosted
Canadians sworn in
Major reports since 2014
Daniel Bernhard
CEO
Institute for Canadian Citizenship
“Societies that welcome new people as full and equal participants in economic, social, and political life will discover the path to renewal, and so far, Canada seems poised to lead the world in this regard. We only will meet the challenges of our time with new ideas, born of new experiences, applied with new energy. There is no other way.”
Donate
Our programs exist thanks to donors like you. Your gift will help thousands of newcomers have a first Canadian year to remember. Please give what you can today.
Volunteer
Volunteering is one of the most meaningful ways you can give back to your community. Get involved here.
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