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 […]
Read MoreCanada’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. […]
Read MoreCanada 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 […]
Read MoreCanada’s immigration system is under growing pressure as the latest IRCC (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada) update reveals a sharp surge in application backlogs. As of August 31, 2025, the immigration backlog increased by 57,150 cases in a single month, pushing the total number of delayed applications to 958,850. While the overall application inventory dipped […]
Read MoreInternational 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 […]
Read MoreThe recent USD 100,000 H1-B visa petition fee in the United States has caused many skilled professionals to explore Canada as a more affordable and accessible alternative for employment and permanent residency.Canada offers multiple pathways to work or settle, including temporary work permits and permanent residency programs, making it a strong option for global talent […]
Read MoreManitoba has conducted a major selection round under the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP), inviting 911 skilled worker candidates to apply for provincial nomination.This draw highlights Manitoba’s ongoing efforts to address labour market gaps by selecting candidates through targeted recruitment initiatives and a temporary public policy for work permits. Key Highlights of the Manitoba PNP […]
Read MoreOttawa, September 18, 2025 – Canada’s immigration system is facing unprecedented delays, with some programs now showing processing times of up to 50 years, according to the 2025 IRCC Minister Transition Binder. What was once a global model for attracting talent and offering protection to vulnerable populations is now being criticized as broken beyond repair. […]
Read MoreOttawa, September 2025 – If you have a grandparent who was born in Canada, you may be eligible for Canadian citizenship—and eventually a Canadian passport—even if neither you nor your parents were born in Canada. Thanks to new interim measures introduced in 2025, individuals with Canadian grandparents but parents born abroad may apply for a […]
Read MoreToronto, September 17, 2025 – Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has resumed education-focused Express Entry draws after a four-month gap, issuing 2,500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) under the education category. This draw marks a significant shift, as the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) cut-off score dropped to 462, a notable decrease from the previous education […]
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