New CIC Minister Jason Kenney delivers address on Canadian immigration

Thursday, 13 November 2008

Jason Kenney, the new Minister of Citizenship, Immigration, and Multiculturalism delivered an address today on the future of Canadian immigration. He stated that the Government of Canada remains committed to a dynamic immigration program and to the successful integration of newcomers.

“Just as immigration has played a strong role in our past, it will continue to be important to our future,” said Minister Kenney. “Canada is respected around the world for the way we’ve managed to bring in people from all over the globe. We have done this with a spirit of openness and tolerance, embracing diversity and becoming stronger for it.”

“I look forward to the privilege of serving as Canada’s Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism as we continue our commitment to reuniting families, to maintaining our humanitarian obligations to refugees, and to supporting Canada’s economy,” the Minister added.