Since 1869, Canada’s immigration programs have helped build a community of citizens respected throughout the world.
Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) was established in 1994 to:
The Department:
Every day, CIC employees work with people from diverse cultures. They strive to serve them fairly, efficiently and with integrity. Our clients can expect impartial, unbiased and professional treatment, as well as clarity and accountability in decision making.
Learn about:
The Minister
The biography of the Minister of
Citizenship and Immigration
Media Room
Includes news releases, media advisories,
speeches, photo gallery and more
Publications and Resources
CIC’s publications,
grouped by subject heading
Access
to Information and Privacy at CIC
How to make requests for information, statistics and citizenship and
naturalization records
Workplace Investigations
Find out about workplace investigations conducted within CIC
Proactive Disclosure
Details of travel expenses,
certain contracts and grant and contribution awards, and position
reclassifications at CIC