On June 20, 2023, the Government of Canada made a new update regarding the Afghan refugees arriving in the country. The last update shows Canada has accepted 155 Afghan refugees since June 13, 2023. As of now, Canada has welcomed a total of 33,255 Afghan refugees. Canada received 18,810 Afghans and their families’ applications under the Special Immigration Measures Program for Afghans who had assisted the Government of Canada in Afghanistan. 10,710 Afghans arrived in Canada under that program, and 17,135 Afghan nationals came under the Humanitarian program. In addition, Canada admitted 1,950 applicants under the pathway for extended family members of former interpreters.
Canada admitted more Afghan refugees
