On May 3, 2024, the Canadian government made an update regarding the Afghan refugees arriving in the country. The last update shows Canada has accepted 680 Afghan refugees since April 4, 2024. As of now, Canada has welcomed a total of 51,045 Afghan refugees. Canada received 20,565 Afghans and their families’ applications under the Special Immigration Measures Program for Afghans who had assisted the Government of Canada in Afghanistan. 14,755 Afghans arrived in Canada under that program, and 23,415 Afghan nationals came under the Humanitarian program. In addition, Canada admitted 3,610 applicants under the pathway for extended family members of former interpreters.
