Federal Government Departments

Citizenship and Immigration Canada - Immigration Section

Welcome to the Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC)
International Adoption - General information about International Adoption in Canada - Adoption and Immigration process
International Adoptions and the Immigration Process - An explanatory document on the immigration process in the context of international adoption
International Adoption Authorities in Canada - A contact list of adoption authorities in Canada
Applying as a Member of the Family Class - This application is for persons who wish to be re-united with close family members in Canada. A Canadian citizen or permanent resident must sponsor family class immigrants. Links to CIC Offices Abroad
Designated Medical Practitioners - List of designated medical practitioners by country authorized by CIC to perform visa medical examinations
The Hague Convention - A brief description of the Hague Convention on Protection of Children and Co-operation in respect of Intercountry Adoptions. Link to a list of countries who have implemented the Hague Convention

How to Become a Canadian Citizen. - General information on how to acquire citizenship.
Dual Citizenship - Information about dual citizenship and its implications.
What does Canadian Citizenship Mean? - Information on the rights, privileges, and responsibilities associated with Canadian citizenship.
Fee Schedule for Citizenship and Immigration Services - Fact sheet of fees payable to CIC. Please note that not all fees pertain to international adoption

Foreign Affairs and International Trade
Country Travel Reports - Foreign Affairs travel advisory reports.
Passport Office - Includes information on how to obtain a Canadian passport and a list of service points across Canada.
Bon Voyage, but... - Information for Canadians travelling abroad ranging from how to prepare before leaving, how to access consular assistance and what to be cautious of while abroad, and what to keep in mind when returning.
Her Own Way: Advice for the Woman Traveller - An informative document with lots of information for women travelling abroad ranging from the practical aspects of "foreign washrooms" to personal safety issues.
Canadian Representatives Abroad - Comprehensive list of Canadian Embassies and Consulates abroad, with a list of telephone and fax numbers, and e-mail address, organized alphabetically by country.
Foreign Representatives in Canada - A comprehensive page which links to lists of foreign representatives in Canada.

Welcome to the Department of Justice
Laws-Consolidated Statutes and Regulations - Links to the full text for all federal statutes and regulations including the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act, the Canada Gazette, and Government Bills through the Parliamentary Internet site.