On July 23, 2025, the federal government, led by Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Lena Metlege Diab, announced a historic $3.2 billion investment over the next three years to expedite the economic integration of newcomers and help fill critical labour shortages across Canada. The funding will be delivered to local organizations to provide settlement services, based on a competitive process that ensures alignment with the needs of newcomers, effectiveness, and value for money. These services include:

• Assistance in obtaining licenses or certifications for regulated professions
• Job-specific and general language training in both English and French
• Support for French-speaking newcomers settling outside Quebec

The government’s vision positions newcomers as integral to Canada’s economic trajectory, helping to build homes, infrastructure, and a cleaner economy. As Minister Diab stated, “Canada is focused on building more homes, better infrastructure, and a clean economy – and newcomers are essential to making that happen. This investment is about giving newcomers the skills and opportunities they need to build their lives here and help build Canada at the same time. When newcomers thrive, our communities grow stronger, and we all move forward together.”