Measuring Integration in Canada

February 21, 2025

The richness of Canada’s cultural mosaic is both a testament to its historical openness and a challenge for its evolving identity. This publication, Measuring Integration in Canada, emerges at a time when Canada is redefining what it means to be a society that is not only diverse but inclusive and equitable. This collection of articles offers a comprehensive exploration of the frameworks, data-driven tools, and policy analyses that underpin the nation’s efforts to foster integration and inclusion for immigrants, equity-seeking groups, and all Canadians. From theoretical reflections on immigrant integration to empirical studies of social and civic participation, the articles presented here demonstrate the multidimensional nature of inclusion. They draw on data-driven tools like the Canadian Index for Measuring Integration and Inclusion (CIMII), explore the relevance of social networks and mental health in immigrant outcomes, and evaluate the intersection of diversity and public policy. Together, these contributions address questions of how to measure integration, where gaps in outcomes persist, and what actions can bridge those divides