Canada is experiencing an unprecedented rise in asylum applications from international students, with 2025 poised to surpass the previous year’s record of over 20,000 claims. This surge has raised concerns about the integrity of the immigration system and the pressures on public services. Key Factors Driving the Increase Impact on Educational Institutions Colleges such as […]
Read MoreImmigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has released a comprehensive 447-page training guide for immigration officers, shedding light on frequent mistakes applicants make in their Permanent Residency (PR) applications. Here’s a detailed breakdown of these common errors and how to avoid them: 1. Incorrectly Selecting NOC Codes Choosing the wrong National Occupational Classification (NOC) code […]
Read MoreIn its first Canadian Experience Class (CEC) Express Entry draw since February, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued just 500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) on May 13, 2025. However, hopeful applicants were met with a steep challenge—the cutoff Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score soared to 547, marking the highest required score for CEC candidates […]
Read MoreFollowing the Liberal Party’s recent electoral win, Prime Minister Mark Carney has introduced a new federal cabinet—naming Lena Metlege Diab as Canada’s latest Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship. Diab, Member of Parliament for Halifax West, takes over the immigration portfolio from Rachel Bendayan, who served in the role since March 2025. This appointment marks […]
Read MoreAs Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) continues to process thousands of immigration applications under its Express Entry system, many hopeful candidates face the disappointing news of refusal. While the latest draw on May 12, 2025, saw 511 invitations issued to Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates with a minimum CRS score of 706, others are […]
Read MoreOn May 12, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held its latest Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)–focused Express Entry draw, inviting 511 candidates to apply for permanent residence. To be eligible for this round, applicants needed: Express Entry Trends in 2025: Focus on PNP and Priority Occupations This was the third draw in May, following […]
Read MoreAre There Any Investment-Based “Gold Card” Options in Canada? Recently, former U.S. President Donald Trump proposed a “Gold Card” visa, offering a pathway to U.S. residency in exchange for an investment of $5 million USD. This prompts the question: Does Canada have a similar investor visa program? The quick answer is “no”—Canada does not offer […]
Read MoreThe upcoming Canadian federal election, set for April 28, 2025, promises to significantly shape the future of Canada’s immigration policies. Immigration has long been a cornerstone of Canada’s demographic and economic strategy, especially in a country with a population of 41,528,680 as of January 2025, and rapid demographic shifts. However, challenges such as rising housing […]
Read MoreForeign nationals who are aspiring to immigrate to Canada as home care workers now have access to complete details regarding the Home Care Worker Immigration Pilots (HCWP). This immigration program, which is designed for workers in two distinct categories—Child Care and Home Support—has been formally divided into two specialized pilot programs. Here’s a comprehensive breakdown […]
Read MoreKey Change in Canada’s Express Entry System: No More Extra Points for Job Offers In a significant shift in Canada’s immigration policy, the federal government has announced the removal of bonus Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points for candidates in the Express Entry pool who have valid job offers. This change, effective as of March 25, […]
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