Program delivery update: New in-Canada measures to support foreign nationals affected by the crisis in Palestine
This section contains policy, procedures and guidance used by IRCC staff. It is posted on the department’s website as a courtesy to stakeholders.
August 24, 2026
These instructions provide operational guidance related to two new in-Canada temporary public policies to support foreign nationals impacted by the situation in Palestine.
These temporary public policies take effect on August 1, 2026 and expire on December 30, 2027.