Lena Metlege Diab
Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship
Liberal
Top Donors
Political contributions received
| Date | Donor | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-04-07 | Sudesh Bhalla | $1700.00 |
| 2025-04-19 | Metlege Houda | $1500.00 |
| 2025-04-16 | Rhonda Ritcey | $1000.00 |
| 2025-04-15 | Zana Choueiri | $1000.00 |
| 2025-04-15 | Maurice Fares | $1000.00 |
| 2025-04-15 | Nouha Metlege | $1000.00 |
| 2025-04-14 | Assad Chedrawe | $1000.00 |
| 2025-04-14 | Sally Chedrawe | $1000.00 |
| 2025-04-14 | George Tannous | $1000.00 |
| 2025-04-14 | Lody Tannous | $1000.00 |
Government Contracts
Contracts awarded to entities linked to this member, as identified through disclosed holdings and lobbying activity
| Organization | Contracts | Total Value |
|---|---|---|
| Irving Shipbuilding Inc. | 1 | $10,753,506,708.84 |
| Queen's University | 15 | $1,900,665.66 |
| Simon Fraser University | 4 | $101,287.18 |
| Universities Canada | 3 | $62,529.00 |
| Centennial College | 1 | $47,597.00 |
| Association des collèges et universités de la francophonie canadienne (ACUFC) | 1 | $11,000.00 |
Lobbying Activity
Organizations that have lobbied this member, sorted by frequency
Recent Mentions
Updated 2026-08-02Recent news, social media, and press mentions
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The supplied search results do not include any clearly dated news articles, social posts, or public mentions about Lena Metlege Diab from the last 7 days. The newest directly relevant public item in the results is a July 6, 2026 IRCC announcement notice, which falls outside a strict 7-day window if measured from August 2, 2026.
Citizenship ceremony in Calgary Stampede spotlights Minister Lena Metlege Diab
A Citizenship Canada social post says Minister Lena Metlege Diab welcomed 40 new citizens at a special citizenship ceremony during the Calgary Stampede. The post frames the event as a celebratory public appearance tied to Canadian identity and western hospitality.
View source →CBC reports immigration minister says struggling universities should seek provincial help
CBC reports that Immigration Minister Lena Metlege Diab said universities and colleges facing financial strain from federal international-student cuts should turn to provincial governments for help. The coverage focuses on the policy implications for post-secondary institutions and the distribution of responsibility between Ottawa and the provinces.
View source →Lena Metlege Diab appointed Minister of Immigration in Prime Minister Mark Carney’s new cabinet
Nova Scotia MP Lena Metlege Diab was named Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship in Prime Minister Mark Carney’s cabinet, alongside Sean Fraser as Minister of Justice. The appointment was confirmed by CBC News and Radio-Canada, noting Diab will be sworn in at Rideau Hall.
View source →Community groups and Liberal MPs raise concerns about Lena Diab's availability as immigration minister.
Newcomer organizations said they were concerned about Immigration Minister Lena Diab's availability, and nine Liberal MPs questioned her visibility in the role. The report frames the criticism around access and communication rather than a specific policy dispute.
View source →Analysis says Lena Metlege Diab has pushed more targeted immigration selection and stricter asylum rules in her first year as minister.
A recent analysis of Diab's first year as Immigration Minister says three trends define her tenure: more targeted permanent residence selection, streamlined temporary residence administration, and stricter asylum measures. It also notes policy extensions for Iranian and Ukrainian nationals and highlights Bill C-12's reforms to asylum and immigration processing.[1]
View source →Public Disclosures
Financial and ethics disclosures filed with the registry
Assets
Sole ownership of four residential rental units located in Halifax, Nova Scotia
Sole ownership of six residential rental units located in Halifax, Nova Scotia
Joint ownership of three residential rental units located in Halifax, Nova Scotia
Joint ownership of a residential rental unit located in Halifax, Nova Scotia
Gifts
Gift (Act)
Nature
A total of three tickets for myself and ministerial staff to attend the Calgary Stampede for a Citizenship Ceremony which I presided over as Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship on July 10, 2025
Source
The Calgary Stampede
Circumstances
I presided over a Citizenship ceremony as Minister of Immigration, Refugee and Citizenship
Gift (Code)
Nature
1 ticket to attend the Convenience Store Retail Awards Gala
Source
CICC - Convenience Industry Council of Canada
Circumstances
Invitation to attend the awards gala
Gift (Code)
Nature
2 tickets to attend the event Most Inspiring Immigrant Award 2022
Source
My East Coast Experience
Circumstances
invited in my capacity as Member of Parliament for the event occuring March 18, 2022
Liabilities
Two Home Equity Lines of Credit with the Bank of Toronto Dominion
Mortgage with Bank of Montreal
Other Sources of Income
Last and next 12 months: rental income
Sponsored Travel
Name of Member
Lena Metlege Diab
Name of any person accompanying the Member (if any)
N/A
Destination(s)
Taiwan
Purpose of the trip
Canadian Parliamentary Delegation to Taiwan
Sponsor of trip (official name)
Taipai Economic and Cultural Office in Canada
Travel dates
2024/05/14 to 2024/05/20 (7 days)
Summary Statement
Obligation to provide a confidential report has been met and all initial reporting and compliance measures have been taken to comply with the Conflict of Interest Act.
Contact Information
401-3845 Joseph Howe drive Halifax, Nova Scotia B3L 4H9