On October 3, 2023, the Government of Canada made an update regarding the Afghan refugees arriving in the country. The last update shows Canada has accepted 410 Afghan refugees since September 27, 2023. As of now, Canada has welcomed a total of 39,070 Afghan refugees. Canada received 19,660 Afghans and their families’ applications under the Special Immigration Measures Program for Afghans who had assisted the Government of Canada in Afghanistan. 11,885 Afghans arrived in Canada under that program, and 20,010 Afghan nationals came under the Humanitarian program. In addition, Canada admitted 2,560 applicants under the pathway for extended family members of former interpreters.