OINP Shake-Up: Ontario Can Now Reject Nomination Applications and Overhaul Immigration Streams

Massive Changes Hit Ontario’s Immigrant Nominee Program as Province Tightens Control As of July 1, 2025, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has entered a new era. The province now holds significantly more authority to manage, shape, and even reject immigration applications based on its economic needs. These sweeping changes come with the Working for […]

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Over 40? Here’s How You Can Still Immigrate to Canada in 2025

Think You’re Too Old to Move to Canada? Think Again—Here’s What You Need to Know Many skilled professionals in their 40s and beyond wrongly assume that their chances of immigrating to Canada are slim to none. While it’s true that Canada’s immigration points system tends to favour younger applicants, being over 40 is by no […]

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What Newcomers Always Get Wrong About Canada – Until They Arrive

Thinking of Moving to Canada? Here’s What You Didn’t Know You Needed to Know As Canada Day celebrations unfold across the country, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the quirks, realities, and surprises that often catch newcomers off guard. Canada is known for its friendliness, diversity, and breathtaking landscapes—but those planning to start a […]

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Major Changes Coming to Ontario in July 2025: New Protections for Tenants, Gig Workers, and People with Disabilities

Ontario Introduces Sweeping Legal Changes in July 2025 to Support Renters, Gig Workers, and Persons with Disabilities Starting July 2025, Ontario will implement three impactful new laws and regulations aimed at protecting vulnerable populations and modernizing provincial frameworks. These include: These initiatives reflect a broader shift in Ontario’s legal and social policy landscape—one that prioritizes […]

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Alberta Steps Up Immigration Drive with Five Targeted Draws in June 2025

Subheading: Over 100 Invitations Issued Across Express Entry and Sector-Specific Pathways to Support Labour Demands Alberta is accelerating its efforts to attract skilled immigrants by conducting five provincial immigration draws between June 5 and June 19, 2025. The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) invited candidates with in-demand skills across critical sectors such as healthcare, technology, […]

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Canada to Launch Landmark Immigration Program in 2025, Expanding Opportunities for Refugees and Displaced Talent

In a major move aimed at reshaping the country’s humanitarian immigration landscape, Canada is preparing to launch a new permanent pathway to permanent residency in 2025, building on the framework of the Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot (EMPP). The upcoming program, as revealed in Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s (IRCC) 2025–2026 Departmental Plan, will establish a […]

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British Columbia Issues 8,000 Immigration Nominations in 2024: Key Trends and Program Shifts Highlighted in Annual Report

British Columbia has published its 2024 annual report on the Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP), providing detailed insights into its performance, major developments, and the occupational and demographic trends among its nominees. The report confirms that the BC PNP issued its full 8,000 nomination allocation for permanent residency in 2024. The vast majority—7,972 nominations (99%)—were […]

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Canada Tightens Temporary Foreign Worker Rules with New Wage Hikes and LMIA Restrictions

The Canadian government has introduced a new round of major updates to the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP), including increased wage thresholds and stricter rules on when and where employers can hire low-wage foreign workers. The changes, announced by Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC), apply to Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) applications submitted on […]

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Sharp Decline in New International Students Threatens Canada’s Education Sector

Canada’s reputation as a top destination for international education is under pressure as new data reveals an alarming decline in the number of new international students arriving in 2025. Recent policy shifts, including stringent study permit caps and increased financial requirements, have triggered a nearly 70% drop in new student arrivals compared to 2023, raising […]

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IRCC Backlog Sees First Monthly Increase Since October 2024

For the first time in over half a year, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has reported a significant increase in its backlog of immigration applications. As of May 31, 2025, there were approximately 802,000 applications classified as part of the backlog—an increase of 5.5% compared to 760,200 applications at the end of April. This […]

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