The Superior East region of Northern Ontario has officially launched its participation in the Francophone Community Immigration Pilot (FCIP), offering a new pathway to permanent residence (PR) for French-speaking foreign nationals. This marks the sixth and final Ontario community to roll out the FCIP, joining other regions in welcoming Francophone newcomers to fill labour market […]
Read MoreBetween August 17 and September 28, 2025, Canada’s Express Entry pool became significantly more competitive. While the total number of candidate profiles fell by 3,120, the share of top-scoring candidates grew sharply. This shift means candidates now face tougher competition when waiting for Invitations to Apply (ITAs). Current CRS Score Distribution (as of September 28, […]
Read MoreImmigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has released its newest application processing timelines as of October 1, 2025. These figures impact thousands of applicants worldwide—covering permanent residency, work permits, study permits, visas, citizenship, and passports. Processing times are now based on 80% of cases completed, making them more realistic but still approximate. Individual cases can […]
Read MoreCanada continues to position itself as a global hub for skilled tech talent, offering multiple immigration and work permit pathways for IT professionals. With the U.S. announcing a hefty $100,000 USD fee hike for H-1B visas, Canada is expected to introduce new measures to attract tech workers. While those measures are still awaited, Canada already […]
Read MoreCanada’s Express Entry system remains one of the strongest pathways for skilled workers, graduates, and professionals worldwide. With the September 29, 2025, Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw hitting a record-high CRS cutoff of 855, candidates are eagerly awaiting what October 2025 will bring. This detailed analysis reviews recent draw trends, CRS pool distribution, and expert […]
Read MoreStarting October 1, 2025, Ontario workers will see a boost in their pay as the provincial minimum wage rises to $17.60 per hour. While this increase helps offset inflation, it still lags significantly behind the living wage in Ontario, especially in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), where the benchmark sits at $26 per hour. Key […]
Read MoreImmigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted its first Express Entry draw of October 2025, inviting 1,000 candidates under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC). The draw required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 534, with candidates needing to have created their Express Entry profile before 4:01 a.m. UTC on February 21, 2025. Key […]
Read MoreThe city of Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, has officially announced its priority sectors and occupations for the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP), making it the 14th and final Canadian community to roll out the program. The RCIP is an employer-driven immigration pathway designed to help rural communities fill labour market shortages by connecting employers with foreign […]
Read MoreIRCC Confirms Closure of “Applicants Not Working in Canada” Stream What Options Remain for Caregivers Outside Canada? Caregivers abroad still have pathways to move to Canada in 2025, even though the HCWP’s international stream has closed. Why Did IRCC Close the International Caregiver Intake? Several possible reasons explain this decision: Caregiver Pilots: Current Inventory Snapshot […]
Read MoreApplying for Canadian Permanent Residence (PR) through Express Entry can be complex if you have a pre-existing medical condition. While many applicants succeed, others face refusals on the grounds of medical inadmissibility. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) evaluates all applications carefully, and medical history plays a significant role. As of August 21, 2025, all […]
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