Greater Sudbury has received an additional 40 allocations under Canada’s Francophone Community Immigration Pilot (FCIP), increasing the community’s allocation for the 2026 calendar year from 45 to 85. The increase was approved by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) following strong demand for the program in Greater Sudbury. The FCIP is designed to help participating...
Kelowna has expanded its French immigration pathway, creating fresh opportunities for French-speaking professionals who want to build their lives in Canada. Through updates to the Francophone Community Immigration Pilot, the city has introduced 8 new priority occupations and added a dedicated category focused on business and finance roles. The program now lists 25 priority occupations...
Greater Sudbury experienced unprecedented population growth in 2024, with Statistics Canada reporting a total of 179,965 residents, marking a remarkable increase from 175,307 in 2022. This surge is primarily attributed to successful immigration programs, notably the Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP), which has brought 2,700 new residents since 2019. The city’s selection for two...
