Centre for Economic Evidence on Migration

Independent evidence for migration policy.

CEEM brings together economists and other social scientists at Carleton University and beyond to study immigration, temporary migration, and internal mobility through independent, data-driven research.

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Current research program

CIRP: Canadian Immigration Research Program

CEEM's current SSHRC Partnership Development Grant-funded program examines the design and economic effects of temporary and permanent immigration in Canada.

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Our focus

Study how migration policies shape economic and social outcomes using rigorous, independent evidence.
Connect research with federal and provincial policy questions and public debate.
Create research and data experience for undergraduate and graduate students.

Research and exchange

CEEM plans research meetings, workshops, academic work, policy briefs, and public-facing summaries. Its current funded program is the Canadian Immigration Research Program (CIRP).

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Meet the people behind the centre and follow their research, public commentary, and developing activities.

Team MembersCEEM leadership, members, and graduate researchers, with their distinct program affiliations.PartnersThe organizations and funder supporting CEEM's current CIRP program.PublicationsResearch and publications by CEEM members, with accurate authorship and attribution.In the NewsInterviews, commentary, podcasts, and news coverage involving CEEM members.Contact UsA direct way to contact the centre.