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Asylum Claims at Quebec Border Crossing Double in April, CBSA Data Shows

April saw a sharp increase in asylum claims at Quebec’s St-Bernard-de-Lacolle border. Canada processes a…

Federal Court Reverses IRCC Study Permit Refusal Over Ignored Home Country Ties

An IRCC officer denied a study permit citing weak home ties. The court found the…

Immigration Curbs, Trump’s Influence Lead Canadian Federal Election Debate

Montreal’s French-language debate highlights immigration limits and U.S. policy concerns. Carney and Poilievre underline need…

Manitoba Opens Applications for 2-Year Manitoba-Specific Work Permits Starting April 22, 2025

Manitoba launches temporary measure for eligible MPNP candidates with expiring or expired work permits. Applications…

Job Offer Still Vital for Canadian Immigration Despite Express Entry Points Removal

Job offers no longer carry CRS points but remain essential across multiple Canadian immigration programs.…

Mark Carney Warns U.S. Tariffs May Trigger Canadian Job Losses and Recession

New U.S. tariffs spark economic concerns as Canadian leaders respond. Carney flags looming recession risks…

Canadian Provinces Shift to Expression of Interest System for PNPs

Provinces are phasing out direct applications under PNPs. Expression of Interest now key to securing…

Alberta Raises Application Fees for Worker Immigration Streams

The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) has announced an increase in application fees for its…

Express Entry

Canada Holds First Express Entry Draw of March for PNP Candidates

Canada has launched March 2025 with a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)-specific Express Entry draw, continuing…

Canada Express Entry 2025: New Category, Updated Occupations & Key Removals

Canada’s Express Entry system has introduced significant modifications for 2025, impacting immigration pathways for skilled…

Canada Issues 6,500 ITAs in First French Language Proficiency Express Entry Draw of 2025

In a significant move to strengthen Canada’s French-speaking immigrant population, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada…

Federal Court Confirms Right to Judicial Review for Express Entry Application Returns

In a significant legal development, the Federal Court has confirmed that applicants can seek judicial…

IRCC Issues 646 Express Entry Invitations in Latest PNP Draw

In a continued effort to welcome skilled immigrants, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has…

Canada Automates Visitor Visa Processing: Faster Decisions, But Concerns Remain

A newly revealed internal IRCC document indicates that visitor visa applications are now sorted through…

PNP Draws

Canadian Provinces Shift to Expression of Interest System for PNPs

Provinces are phasing out direct applications under PNPs. Expression of Interest now key to securing…

Alberta Conducts First PNP Draws of 2025, Invites Skilled Candidates Across Key Streams

The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) has officially conducted its first Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)…

Federal Court Orders IRCC to Process Long-Delayed PR Application

In a pivotal ruling, the Federal Court of Canada has ordered Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship…

Manitoba and British Columbia Issue Provincial Nominations; Alberta Updates EOI Candidate Pools

British Columbia and Manitoba have invited candidates under their respective provincial nominee programs, focusing on…

Manitoba PNP Draw: 76 Candidates Invited Under Skilled Worker Overseas and International Education Stream

The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) has conducted its second Expression of Interest (EOI) draw…

New Brunswick PNP Restructured for 2025 with Strategic Focus on Key Sectors

New Brunswick has introduced significant changes to its Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) for 2025, adjusting…

Study

Federal Court Reverses IRCC Study Permit Refusal Over Ignored Home Country Ties

An IRCC officer denied a study permit citing weak home ties. The court found the…

Quebec Imposes Cap on International Student Applications 

Quebec introduced a cap on the number of international student applications it will process under…

IRCC to Streamline Language Testing for Skilled Immigrants in Regulated Professions

In a significant move to improve the immigration process for skilled workers, Immigration, Refugees and…

Canada’s Immigration Minister Acknowledges PGWP Challenges, Stresses Need for Accountability

In a recent statement, Canada’s Immigration Minister Marc Miller acknowledged the challenges faced by international…

BC’s Healthcare System Faces Crisis as Federal Immigration Cuts Threaten 500 Essential Workers

British Columbia’s healthcare sector is bracing for a major workforce crisis as the federal government’s…

Marc Miller Urges Canadian Universities to Diversify International Student Intake

Canadian Immigration Minister Marc Miller has raised concerns over the heavy dependence of the country’s…

Work

Manitoba Opens Applications for 2-Year Manitoba-Specific Work Permits Starting April 22, 2025

Manitoba launches temporary measure for eligible MPNP candidates with expiring or expired work permits. Applications…

Job Offer Still Vital for Canadian Immigration Despite Express Entry Points Removal

Job offers no longer carry CRS points but remain essential across multiple Canadian immigration programs.…

Alberta Raises Application Fees for Worker Immigration Streams

The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) has announced an increase in application fees for its…

Canada Updates List of CMAs Where Low-Wage LMIA Applications Won’t Be Processed

The federal government has released the latest quarterly list of Canadian regions where low-wage LMIA…

Home Care Worker Immigration Pilot: Child Care Stream Hits 2025 Cap on Opening Day

Canada’s Child Care immigration pilot under the Home Care Worker Program reaches full intake within…

Canada Imposes 25% Auto Tariffs on U.S. Vehicles Not Compliant with CUSMA

Canada responds to U.S. trade actions with new 25% tariffs on non-compliant U.S. vehicles. Auto…

Citizenship

Donald Trump’s return has rose discussions about Americans seeking refuge in Canada

Donald Trump’s return to the White House has ignited widespread discussions about Americans seeking refuge…

IRCC Proposes New Regulations for International Students Changing Schools

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) recently proposed IRCC Proposes new regulations for international students…

Not a back-door entry to citizenship’ Marc Miller stresses importance of caps on international students

Canada has long been a favoured destination for international students, drawn by its high-quality education…

Marc Miller’s Official Announcement and Legislative Path for New Canadian Citizenship Legislation

Canadian Citizenship Legislation In a significant move aimed at addressing long-standing issues within Canadian citizenship…

Temporary Suspension of New Applications for Accommodation & Food Services Sector by NSPNP.

Food Services Sector by NSPNP As of April 17, 2024, at 12 noon ADT, the…

A Special Moment to celebrate officially becoming a Canadian Citizenship

CANADIAN CITIZENSHIP Obtaining citizenship in a new country is an amazing achievement that makes one…

Processing Time

New Brunswick Issues Processing Updates for NBPNP Applicants

Following the recent reopening of its provincial immigration programs, New Brunswick has provided an update…

Spousal Sponsorship in Canada Now Faces 28-Month Processing Time

Canada’s Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has extended the processing time for spousal sponsorship…

Canada Immigration Processing Times: December 2024 Updates

Why Monitoring IRCC Processing Times Matters Staying updated on IRCC processing times is essential for…

IRCC Processing timelines as of October 16 2024.

Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has updated processing timelines for a number of immigration…

Processing time as of September 2024

Latest IRCC Processing Times as of September 2024 As of September 2024, Immigration, Refugees, and…

Updated processing times as of August by IRCC

For those considering immigration, one of the most important factors is the processing time for…

Family Sponsorship

Thousands of Caregivers in Canada Face Uncertainty as Immigration Program Delays Persist

Thousands of caregivers across Canada are facing an uncertain future as the federal government continues…

Families to expect Canada Child Benefit payment on 20th August, 2024

New Canada Child Benefit Payments Going Out On August 20 On August 20, 2024, families…

Quebec Imposes Cap on Family Sponsorship Applications

Family Sponsorship Applications From June 26, 2024 to June 25, 2026, the Immigration Department of…

Canada’s Parents and Grandparents Program 2024: Your Chance to Reunite Family – Application submission Deadline

For countless Canadian citizens and permanent residents, the dream of reuniting with their beloved parents…

Exciting News for Canadians with parents and grandparents residing abroad.

Canada Parents and Grandparents program Exciting news has surfaced for Canadians with parents and grandparents…

Life in Canada

On November 4, 2024, Ontario officially closed its Entrepreneur Stream

On November 4, 2024, Ontario officially closed its Entrepreneur Stream, marking the end of this…

Recent trends shows the reverse immigration is led by many factors

Canada has long been a destination for immigrants seeking better opportunities and a higher quality…

ECA Credential Importance

For individuals looking to immigrate to Canada, the Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) is a critical…

New measures for LMIA to reduce frauds

Canada is taking a firm stance against Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) fraud with the…

4 provinces confirms wage increase

Starting October 1, 2024, several Canadian provinces will implement new minimum wage rates.  Why is…

Ontario Faces Looming Nursing Shortage 33K Nurses Needed by 2032

Looming Nursing Shortage 33K Nurses In a startling revelation, Ontario finds itself on the precipice…

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