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February 12, 2026

Canadian Urban Libraries Council / Conseil des bibliothèques urbaines du Canada (CULC/CBUC) releases national study on the social impact of urban public libraries

On Friday, January 30, 2026, the Canadian Urban Libraries Council/Conseil des bibliothèques urbaines du Canada (CULC/CBUC) released a first-of-its-kind National Social Impact Study on urban public libraries in Canada, exploring the role public libraries play in community life and social […] read more

February 12, 2026

Canadian Urban Libraries Council / Conseil des bibliothèques urbaines du Canada (CULC/CBUC) releases national study on the social impact of urban public libraries

On Friday, January 30, 2026, the Canadian Urban Libraries Council/Conseil des bibliothèques urbaines du Canada (CULC/CBUC) released a first-of-its-kind National Social Impact Study on urban… read more

February 12, 2026

The eight most livable cities for newcomers to Canada—and how to move there

Most newcomers choose one of Canada’s three “gateway cities” (Toronto, Montréal, and Vancouver), upon initially moving to the country due to work and schooling opportunities. read more

February 04, 2026

Silent skills gap: Newcomers reluctant to speak up in Canada

When skilled immigrants arrive in Canada, they are told the country needs their expertise to solve a growing productivity crisis and looming labour shortages. read more

February 04, 2026

ANALYSIS: How Canada’s immigration strategy supports Carney’s “third path” to global prosperity

Canada’s immigration strategy underpins Carney’s ambitious plan to spearhead the development of a new global economic order. read more

January 27, 2026

Canada admitted 393,500 permanent residents last year

Canada admitted approximately 393,500 permanent residents in 2025. That’s according to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, which said the number is in line with its… read more

January 27, 2026

Canada exceeded its Francophone immigration target for 2025

Francophone and Acadian minority communities outside Quebec contribute to the economy, culture and vitality of the French language in Canada. Francophone immigration remains essential and… read more

January 22, 2026

What do immigrants think are ‘Canadian values’? Obtained government docs reveal the answers

Immigrants are more likely than those born in Canada to identify things like respect for human rights and gender equality as “shared Canadian values,” say… read more

January 14, 2026

Immigration no longer top concern for Canadians – is the era of rapid change over?

A new report from Nanos Research shows that immigration levels in Canada are no longer the primary concern for Canadians, showcasing shifting voter priorities. read more

January 14, 2026

Canada’s most livable cities in 2026: Where quality of life is highest

Canada continues to rank among the world’s best places to live, with cities across the country earning high marks in the latest 2026 quality-of-life rankings. read more

January 08, 2026

Highly skilled immigrants leaving Canada at rapid rate: report (video)

A recent report by the Institute for Canadian Citizenship found that one in five immigrants leaves Canada within 25 years of arriving, with highly skilled… read more

January 08, 2026

Who really owns homes in Canada? New data challenges common immigration myths

New data from Statistics Canada is offering a clearer look at who actually owns homes in Canada — and it challenges some common assumptions in the national… read more

January 08, 2026

What to expect from Canada’s new immigration rules in 2026

Canada is set to tighten immigration rules and accept fewer new residents, students and temporary workers in 2026. read more