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For every newcomer: Belonging. Opportunity. Home.

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The ICC works to unlock Canada for newcomers, facilitating and encouraging the journey towards full and active Canadian citizenship.

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Canada’s Difference Makers

To honour Rt. Hon. Adrienne Clarkson and John Ralston Saul’s ongoing legacy, the ICC is launching the Canada’s Difference Makers, a campaign inspired by the stories of real Difference Makers who make Canada stronger and more vibrant. 

Newcomer Skills Accelerator Program

The Newcomer Skills Accelerator Program welcomes volunteers, partner organizations, volunteer mentors and a youth panel. Develop your Canadian experience through high-value volunteer service work and establish yourself in the community while contributing to its success, take advantage of exclusive mentorship and training opportunities.

Canoo Access Pass

Canoo is a mobile app that gives new citizens and new permanent residents in Canada VIP access to our country’s biggest attractions, exciting experiences, and exclusive deals from Canada’s favorite brands. 

Building Citizenship

Our enhanced citizenship ceremonies have welcomed over 14,000 people into an unforgettable experience of reflection and celebration as they join the Canadian family.  

Research and Ideas

As the world’s leading voice on citizenship and inclusion, our research, insights and events shape discourse and drive positive change.

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New IPSOS-ICC Study Reveals Newcomers Feel Welcomed and Treated Fairly yet Challenged by Housing and Finances

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.

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The Institute for Canadian Citizenship recognizes Canada’s top institutions for Newcomers 

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.

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Ipsos and the Institute for Canadian Citizenship Partner on a Groundbreaking New Study of Newcomer Experiences in Canada – the Largest of its Kind 

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.

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Giving more to newcomers in 2024: Danse Danse offers premium seating to newcomers and joins growing network of Canoo’s Newcomer Equity Partners

The Institute for Canadian Citizenship (ICC) is pleased to certify Montreal’s Danse Danse as a Canoo Newcomer Equity Partner. Newcomers who are members of the ICC’s Canoo Access Pass will now have multi-year access to heavily discounted premium seats to Danse Danse’s programming, starting with the 2023-2024 season in the heart of Montreal’s cultural centre – Place des Arts. 

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Report: Immigrants leaving Canada in growing numbers

A new report from the Institute for Canadian Citizenship (ICC), The Leaky Bucket, finds that growing numbers of immigrants to Canada are deciding to leave rather than stay.

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Institute for Canadian Citizenship Announces New Chair to Succeed Rt. Hon. Adrienne Clarkson and John Ralston Saul 

The Institute for Canadian Citizenship (ICC) announced today that after founding the organization and serving as co-Chairs for 16 years, the Rt. Hon. Adrienne Clarkson and John Ralston Saul have passed the torch to a new generation of leadership. Mr. Irfhan Rawji, a Calgary-based entrepreneur and philanthropist, has been named Chair of the ICC.

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Giving more to newcomers in 2024: The McCord Stewart Museum becomes Canada’s first Canoo Newcomer Equity Partner

The McCord Stewart Museum becomes Canada’s first Canoo Newcomer Equity Partner

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CIBC partners with the Institute of Canadian Citizenship to help newcomers explore Canada

CIBC partners with the Institute of Canadian Citizenship to help newcomers explore Canada

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Newcomers Are Invited to Explore Ontario Parks this Summer with free admission

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 5th, 2023 TORONTO, ON — This summer, and throughout the year, Canoo newcomer members and their families are invited to explore over 330 Ontario Parks for […]

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450 000 km² of memories

Discover over 200 Parks Canada places and everything they have to offer. Whether you’re looking for action and adventure or a gorgeous relaxing retreat. Marine areas. Historic sites. National parks.

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BC Sports Hall of Fame

Celebrating the stories of British Columbia’s best athletes and teams in a family friendly fun environment, this large sports museum is proud to house some “must see” exhibits.

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London Symphonia is a professional symphony orchestra committed to performing vibrant and bold musical experiences for London and the region.

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The Beaverbrook Art Gallery brings art and community together in a dynamic cultural environment dedicated to the highest standards in exhibitions, programming, education and stewardship.