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Organization: Canada. Immigration and citizenship  
Toll-Free: 1-888-242-2100
Teletype: 1-888-576-8502
Website: www.cic.gc.ca
Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-4pm
Executives: Sean Fraser - Minister for Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship
Service Description: Canadian federal department * facilitates the arrival of immigrants, provides protection to refugees, and offers programming to help newcomers settle in Canada
  • citizenship services
  • passport program
  • issues work and study permits to work or study in Canada
  • services for immigrants, including issuing permanent resident cards
  • refugee resettlement programs and handles refugee claims
Fees: Varies by service
Application: Visit website
Eligibility - Population(s) Served: People seeking to immigrate to Canada * refugee claimants * people working towards Canadian citizenship * people seeking study and work permits in Canada
Languages: English ; French
Language Note: French reception, programs, publications, and website * French interpretation available upon request
Area(s) Served: Canada
See Also: Immigrant, Newcomer, and Refugee Services

This information was last completely updated on 6/14/2024

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