The Canadian government has introduced interim measures that allow thousands of people, who were previously excluded from Canadian citizenship because of the First-Generation Limit (FGL) rule, to now apply for a discretionary grant of Canadian citizenship. This measure particularly helps individuals born abroad to Canadian parents who could not inherit citizenship due to restrictions in […]

A newly surfaced internal memo from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has revealed important details about the 2025 Express Entry draw schedule. This roadmap provides clarity for skilled workers, provinces, and stakeholders on how Canada aims to meet its immigration goals for 2025–2027. Key Highlights from the IRCC Memo For a consultation about Immigration […]

On August 21, 2025, Prince Edward Island (PEI) conducted its eighth Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw of the year, inviting 132 candidates to apply for provincial nomination. This round of invitations primarily focused on candidates already residing and working in the province—particularly those engaged in sectors that are vital to PEI’s labour market and long-term […]

British Columbia has once again invited entrepreneurs to apply for provincial nomination under its Entrepreneur Immigration (EI) category. This latest draw, held on August 19, 2025, represents the sixth entrepreneur-focused selection round of the year, emphasizing the province’s continued priority on business immigration. Details of the Draw The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) […]

A Historical Perspective on Canada’s Immigration Model Canada has long been recognized as a country shaped by immigration. The foundation of today’s immigration system is the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA) of 2001, which emphasizes three pillars: economic growth, family reunification, and humanitarian protection. In the post-World War II years, Canada opened its doors […]

Canada is set to surpass its 2025 immigration target, with projections indicating that more than 422,000 new permanent residents (PRs) will be admitted by the end of the year. This is well above the federal government’s official target of 395,000 newcomers outlined in the 2025–2027 Immigration Levels Plan. The latest immigration figures highlight both Canada’s […]

Ontario’s job market is evolving rapidly as the province heads into fall 2025. Despite economic uncertainty and rising unemployment rates, opportunities remain strong for individuals with the right skills. With over 15 million residents and status as Canada’s economic hub, Ontario is seeing growth in healthcare, technology, trades, construction, and logistics. This demand is fueled […]

Canada’s political spotlight shifted sharply this week as Conservative Party leader Pierre Poilievre returned to Parliament and immediately reignited the national immigration debate. Just two days after winning the Battle River–Crowfoot by-election in Alberta on August 20, 2025, Poilievre laid out a controversial policy pledge: Any non-citizen who commits a crime in Canada should be […]

Canada’s Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) continues to expand, opening more doors for skilled workers seeking permanent residence (PR) in rural communities. Recently, three regions announced their lists of designated employers under this immigration pathway: These designated employers play a central role in connecting foreign workers with in-demand job opportunities while supporting local labor market […]