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Embracing Diversity: A Cultural Celebration of Canadian Citizenship at the Ontario Science Centre
25.04.2024
On April 12, 2024, the Institute for Canadian Citizenship hosted an Enhanced Citizenship Ceremony at the Ontario Science Centre in Toronto, Ontario, marking a significant milestone for 48 individuals from 33 different countries as they were warmly welcomed into the Canadian family by Judge Hardish Dhaliwal.
Canoo Insights Report: Canoo Across Canada
26.03.2024
Canoo offers members the opportunity to explore beyond their province of residence and discover all that Canada has to offer.
Celebrating Arts and Culture at the National Gallery of Canada
21.03.2024
On March 13, 2024, the Institute for Canadian Citizenship held an Enhanced Citizenship Ceremony at the stunning National Gallery of Canada in Ottawa, Ontario themed around the celebration of arts and culture. The National Gallery of Canada, nestled in our nation’s capital, is renowned for its vast collection of Canadian and international art. Its Scotiabank Great Hall provided an exquisite backdrop of Parliament Hill as we welcomed 40 new citizens from 13 different countries into the Canadian family.
A Citizenship Ceremony in Vancouver
07.03.2024
Nestled along the picturesque shores of Vancouver, British Columbia, the John M.S. Lecky UBC Boathouse set the stage for a truly special occasion on December 6, 2023. Against the breathtaking backdrop of the Pacific, the ICC Enhanced Citizenship Ceremony unfolded with a theme that echoed the spirit of the season. In this unique space, 35 individuals from 14 different countries came together to embark on their Canadian journey.
ICC Immigration Dashboard: 2023 in Review
28.02.2024
Canada surpassed its immigration target levels. We review the immigration patters in 2023.
Toronto Reference Library: Uniting Stories in Celebration of Canadian Dreams
22.02.2024
The Toronto Reference Library, in the heart of downtown Toronto, transformed on December 1, 2023, as this vibrant community space played host to an ICC Enhanced Citizenship Ceremony. The ceremony celebrated not only the legal status of citizenship, but the strength found in the diversity of voices. The 43 citizens taking their oath represented a harmonious blend of 24 nationalities.
A Celebration of Citizenship at Beaverbrook Art Gallery
15.02.2024
On November 22nd, 2023, in the vibrant Beaverbrook Art Gallery in Fredericton, New Brunswick, an enhanced citizenship ceremony took place and marked a momentous occasion in the lives of 31 individuals from 12 different countries. As part of Canada History Week, the gallery transformed into a symbol of unity and diversity, hosting a ceremony that beautifully encapsulated the essence of what it means to be Canadian.
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.
New Beginnings at the Discovery Centre: A Celebration of Canadian Citizenship
02.02.2024
The vibrant city of Halifax, Nova Scotia, once again hosted a heartwarming ceremony at the Discovery Centre on January 22, 2024. The event marked a significant milestone for 36 individuals from 8 diverse countries, embarking on a transformative journey as they officially became proud Canadian citizens.
Saskatoon’s Tapestry: Embracing Diversity at Remai Modern’s Citizenship Ceremony
25.01.2024
On November 28, 2023, ICC hosted an Enhanced Citizenship Ceremony at the stunning Remai Modern in Saskatoon. Against the backdrop of the theme Celebration of Giving, this ceremony brought together 30 individuals from 10 different countries, transforming a moment of transition into a celebration of diversity and the spirit of giving.
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.
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.