Alberta has announced one of its largest immigration draws of 2025, issuing more than 1,400 invitations to candidates seeking permanent residency (PR) through the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP).The series of draws, held between September 12 and 19, included multiple streams and reflects the province’s ongoing efforts to address labour shortages in key sectors such […]

The dream of studying in Canada, gaining valuable Canadian work experience, and eventually becoming a permanent resident (PR) has long been one of the most popular immigration pathways.However, with Canada’s Express Entry pool becoming increasingly competitive in 2024 and 2025, many prospective applicants are wondering whether this strategy still offers a reliable path to PR.The […]

Ontario is preparing for significant legislative and economic changes that will impact workers, employers, and businesses across the province starting October 2025. From a minimum wage increase to the end of temporary federal supports and a looming business tax repayment deadline, these updates are expected to influence wages, job security, and operational costs across the […]

Canada has introduced interim measures to help individuals known as “lost Canadians” reclaim their citizenship. These measures allow certain people—often children or grandchildren of Canadian citizens born outside Canada—to apply for a discretionary grant of Canadian citizenship without waiting for future amendments to the Citizenship Act. Below is a detailed breakdown of the documentation and […]

Canada’s latest quarterly population data highlights the clear impact of federal immigration restrictions introduced in 2024 and 2025. According to Statistics Canada, the country’s growth between April 1, 2025, and July 1, 2025 slowed to a near standstill, signaling the most dramatic slowdown in years. Key Highlights Population Growth Trends – Year-on-Year Comparison Year Population […]

Canada’s immigration system is facing another increase in processing backlogs, as the latest data from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) reveals that the total number of applications waiting beyond standard processing times continues to rise.As of August 31, 2025, IRCC reported a backlog of 958,850 applications, up from 901,700 at the end of July. […]

Canada is witnessing a significant slowdown in the arrival of temporary residents as new data from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) reveals steep year-over-year drops in both international student and foreign worker entries.This decline reflects the federal government’s push to reduce the temporary resident population to less than 5% of Canada’s total population through […]

International students in Canada must maintain full-time student status during their studies to qualify for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)—but there are two key exceptions to this rule.Students who take an authorized leave of absence or are in their final semester may be eligible for a PGWP even if they are not studying full-time, provided […]