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Incidents of domestic abuse among newcomers in Sudbury are increasing with the influx of immigrants to the northeast, according to the executive director of an emergency shelter for women fleeing abusive relationships.

"Oftentimes, they're isolated in their home, withheld food, locked in a room, and so even being able to access any type of support, whether it's informal or formal, is a real barrier," said Marlene Gorman, the executive director of YWCA Sudbury who operates the YWCA Genevra House,...

Ottawa has rejected Quebec's demand for $1 billion in compensation for receiving what Premier François Legault says is over half a million temporary immigrants.

The Legault government has been asking since February that Ottawa reimburse it for spending on social services to support migrants from 2021 to 2023.

The federal government is instead offering the province $750 million to support newcomers. 

During a news conference after meeting with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau Monday in Quebec City,...

Ottawa is taking steps to make it easier for caregivers to come to Canada and establish permanent residency when doing so.

The federal government announced two new pilot programs on Monday afternoon, which will allow eligible caregivers — with relevant experience and education equivalent to a Canadian high school diploma, among other criteria — to be granted permanent residency upon arrival.

"Caregivers play a critical role in supporting Canadian families, and our programs need to reflect their...