Significant Drop in New Students and Workers New data from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) reveals a steep decline in the number of temporary residents arriving in Canada in the first half of 2025. Compared to the same period in 2024: Altogether, Canada welcomed 214,520 fewer temporary residents (students and workers combined) between January […]
Read MoreA 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 […]
Read MoreCanada 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 […]
Read MoreOntario’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 […]
Read MoreCanada’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 […]
Read MoreCanada’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 […]
Read MoreManitoba continues to strengthen its labor force by inviting skilled workers through the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP). The province held its second immigration draw of August on August 21, 2025, marking the 17th provincial draw of the year. In this round, 77 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) were issued to candidates under the […]
Read MoreImmigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced a major update for all Express Entry applicants, effective August 21, 2025. From now on, applicants must complete an upfront Immigration Medical Exam (IME) before submitting their permanent residence (PR) application. This change is aimed at making the immigration process faster, smoother, and more predictable by removing […]
Read MoreThe Government of Yukon has announced that it will receive 67 additional nomination allocations for its Yukon Nominee Program (YNP) this year, increasing the total number of nomination spaces from 215 to 282. This development is a positive step after the federal government’s earlier decision to cut overall provincial and territorial PNP allocations by 50%. […]
Read MoreCanada’s immigration department, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), has released its latest data update, and the numbers show a concerning trend. The immigration backlog surged by 58,900 cases in just one month, raising the total number of pending applications to 901,700 as of July 31, 2025. This backlog represents 40.5% of all immigration applications […]
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