Lena Diab

Lena Diab

politician Canada

Lena Diab is a Canadian politician serving as the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship. Born in Halifax to Lebanese immigrants, she has a strong background in law and previously served as the chair of the Commons Justice and Human Rights Committee. Diab has a history of public service, notably as a former Liberal member of the Nova Scotia Assembly and minister of immigration. First elected to the House of Commons in 2021, she has been active in addressing issues related to immigration and human rights.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
71,776
Power
3,211$
Sentiment
7.50
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Canada 2 7.50 0.19% +0% 38,005,238 71,776 $1,700,000 3,211$
Totals 2 38,005,238 71,776 $1,700,000 3,211$
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Recent Mentions

Canada Canada: According to recent announcements by Immigration Minister Lena Diab, Ottawa is prioritizing permanent residence for people who are already in Canada. 7

The Globe and Mail: Canada can offer comfort to Ukrainians with a path to permanent residency

Canada Canada: Immigration Minister Lena Diab said she is aware of the policy changes in the United States, though she suggested there are no plans to shift Canada’s participation in the agreement. 5

The Globe and Mail: Trump’s halting of asylum claims prompts fresh calls to suspend Safe Third Country Agreement

Canada Canada: Lena Diab, the Immigration Minister, stated that Canada remains deeply concerned by the ongoing conflict in Sudan. 7

The Globe and Mail: Canada must fast-track Sudanese fleeing atrocities, says former justice minister Irwin Cotler

Canada Canada: Lena Diab is mentioned in a letter from a migrant-rights group calling for temporary work permits for affected workers. 5

The Globe and Mail: Group asks feds to grant EI, open work permits to foreign workers affected by Hurricane Melissa

Canada Canada: The full immigration-levels plan, to be published shortly by Immigration Minister Lena Diab, will address sectors hit by tariffs 'and the unique needs of rural and remote communities.' 6

The Globe and Mail: Federal budget 2025: Ottawa's immigration plan halves international student intake

Canada Canada: Immigration Minister Lena Diab expressed her pleasure that the bill is proceeding in the right direction. 7

The Globe and Mail: MPs vote to reverse Conservative changes to Lost Canadians bill

Canada Canada: Immigration Minister Lena Diab has come under intense pressure to speed up the processing of applications from the families of Sudanese Canadians. 5

The Globe and Mail: Canadians say relatives in Sudan receiving visas after massacres