Canada’s immigration response to the crisis in Sudan
Canada remains deeply concerned about the ongoing conflict and humanitarian crisis in Sudan since fighting broke out between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces on April 15, 2023.
Canada’s response to the crisis in Sudan includes measures for those seeking safety in Canada.
Special immigration measures
If you’re a Sudanese national or an eligible family member in Canada and have a valid work permit issued under a previous public policy, you may be able to renew your work permit. This can help you stay in Canada longer.
Find out if you're eligible and how to renew your work permit
Family-based permanent residence pathway for people affected by the conflict in Sudan
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We’ve put in place a pathway for people to reunite with their family members in Canada permanently if they
- resided in Sudan when the conflict began on April 15, 2023, and
- are extended family members of Canadian citizens or permanent residents
How we’ve helped
Since the conflict began on April 15, 2023, we’ve been processing applications for those affected by the conflict in Sudan through the family-based permanent residence pathway, and other temporary and permanent measures.
23,170
persons approved for permanent residence
as of August 31, 2026
6,920
applications approved for temporary residence
as of August 31, 2026
Note: Data are approximate and subject to change.
Resettling those affected by the crisis in Sudan
As part of our ongoing efforts, Canada has already resettled thousands of Sudanese nationals and other refugees impacted by the conflict in Sudan.
We have committed to resettle thousands of Sudanese nationals as government-assisted refugees and privately sponsored refugees.