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 […]

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 […]

The Government of Canada has published its 2025–2026 Departmental Plan for Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), outlining a number of significant changes aimed at shaping the country’s immigration landscape over the coming year. This comprehensive plan includes the introduction of new immigration pathways, policy reforms, and a continued focus on system improvements. Here’s a […]

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held the second Express Entry draw of the week on June 26, 2025, inviting 3,000 candidates under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC). To receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA), profiles needed a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of at least 521, and must have been submitted before 3:56 p.m. […]

Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has released its most recent set of processing time updates as of June 25, 2025. These updates serve as an essential resource for individuals, families, students, and professionals navigating Canada’s immigration system. This report offers a comprehensive breakdown of current application timelines across key immigration categories including permanent residency, […]

The City of Greater Sudbury, Ontario, has officially announced its list of authorized employers under the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) and the Francophone Community Immigration Pilot (FCIP)—two targeted programs designed to attract skilled foreign workers to regional communities. This update marks a significant development for individuals seeking Canadian permanent residency through regional employer sponsorship. […]

On June 25, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) introduced a sweeping update to the Post‑Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) eligibility criteria. This update enhances alignment with Canada’s evolving labour market by: Students admitted into eligible non-degree programs on or after 1 November 2024 are subject to the updated rules. However, those whose study permit […]

Canada’s refugee system, long recognized for its humanitarian values and international commitments, is under scrutiny. Amid record-high asylum claims and increased government spending, concerns have emerged over a minority of claimants who may be receiving full government support while working unreported cash jobs. Canada’s Humanitarian Commitment: Refugee Support Framework Canada provides significant financial and social […]