Canada's Welcoming Week 2023

Publish Date: 14/09/2023

Canada is celebrating #WelcomingWeek2023 from September 8-17 to encourage Canadians to welcome newcomers and help them settle in their new homes.
Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) organizes this annual event to celebrate newcomers and promote a sense of belonging.
The #ImmigrationMatters campaign aims to raise awareness about the benefits of immigration and offers various ways for Canadians to get involved.
Canada has approximately 8.3 million immigrants, making up almost 25% of the population, with a projected increase to 34% by 2041.
Immigration plays a vital role in Canada's economic growth and addresses demographic challenges.
Canada relies on immigration to strengthen its economy, with businesses owned by immigrants contributing significantly.
The immigration levels plan aims to admit 465,000 newcomers by the end of 2023, rising to over 500,000 new permanent residents admitted each year by the end of 2025.