Section 1
H1: Canada and global partners take action to advance migration priorities
INTRODUCTION
Canada is working with partners around the world to strengthen migration systems and address shared challenges. At IMRF 2026, Canada reaffirmed support for safe, orderly and regular migration and outlined practical steps to advance migration priorities at home and abroad. This post explains what happened, key actions, and what it means for employers navigating international hiring.
H2: What is IMRF and why does it matter for migration priorities?
The International Migration Review Forum (IMRF) brought together countries from across the world to review progress and share practical solutions on migration management. Canada reaffirmed its support for the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration, and highlighted how international partnerships can help advance priorities at home, including economic growth, sustainable immigration and strong, resilient communities. This helps create the conditions for migrants to participate fully in the economy and society, while strengthening communities and economies. Canada is committing approximately $7 million toward eight international projects in Southeast Asia, Latin America and the Caribbean. These investments will support practical measures to strengthen migration systems, expand safe and regular pathways, and build capacity to better manage migration and integrate newcomers. (Source: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/news/2026/05/canada-and-global-partners-take-action-to-advance-migration-priorities.html)
H3: How do these actions translate into concrete priorities?
Quote from government:
“Migration is one of the defining realities of our time. By working with partners around the world, Canada is supporting best practices and helping to strengthen migration systems and communities. We do this while creating the conditions for people to contribute fully—both here at home and around the world.”
Source: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/news/2026/05/canada-and-global-partners-take-action-to-advance-migration-priorities.html
H2: What are Canada’s pledges to advance migration priorities?
Canada outlined five pledges that support secure, well‑managed migration and economic growth. They are:
1) the principled use of artificial intelligence in migration
2) continuing to engage whole‑of‑government and whole‑of‑society
3) innovative practices to support labour mobility initiatives globally
4) addressing migration‑related misinformation
5) strengthening migration systems through international assistance and capacity‑building partnerships
H2: How can employers align with these international efforts?
1) Stay informed about policy guidance from official sources and international partners to understand evolving rules and pathways for international hires.
2) Align hiring processes with safe, regular migration pathways and consider partnerships that support capacity building for newcomers.
3) Implement efficient screening and onboarding practices with trusted partners to shorten time to hire while maintaining compliance.
4) Invest in onboarding and retention programs that help newcomers integrate into the workplace and community.
For BorderPass updates on immigration topics, see https://www.borderpass.ai/news
H2: How can you stay informed and connected?
Keep an eye on official government announcements and international forums like IMRF for practical shifts in migration management and workforce mobility. Regular updates from BorderPass can help you translate policy changes into faster, compliant hiring workflows.
FINAL SECTION
This briefing covered the IMRF 2026 action plan, Canada’s eight international projects, the five pledges, and practical steps for employers to align hiring practices with global migration priorities. Staying informed and partnering with experts can provide clarity, reduce risk, and support a sustainable workforce pipeline. Ready to simplify talent mobility and stay compliant? Explore BorderPass Employer solutions at https://www.borderpass.ai/employers. BorderPass is the smarter way forward.
META DESCRIPTION: Learn how Canada and partners advance migration priorities at IMRF 2026 and what it means for employers hiring international workers.
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