Prince Edward Island Invites Skilled Workers and Entrepreneurs in Latest Immigration Draw

PEI Issues Latest Round of Immigration Invitations, Highlighting Focus on Skilled Workers and Business Investors On June 19, 2025, Prince Edward Island (PEI) conducted its sixth immigration draw of the year through the Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP), offering a total of 52 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) across multiple immigration categories. This […]

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Canada Eases Access to Benefit Programs for Newcomers Through Online Applications

Canada Simplifies Access to Federal Benefits for New Immigrants In a move designed to enhance accessibility and reduce paperwork, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has launched a new online system enabling newcomers to Canada to apply for government benefit and credit payments more efficiently. Until now, individuals with temporary or permanent resident status were required […]

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Majority of Canadians Still View Immigration Levels as Too High Despite Federal Reductions

Public Sentiment Wavers Despite Immigration ReductionsEven after the federal government significantly scaled back its immigration targets for 2025, a majority of Canadians still believe the country is admitting too many newcomers, according to a recent poll commissioned by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). The national survey, conducted in November 2024, revealed that 54% of […]

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Canada’s Population Growth Slows Sharply Amid Stricter Immigration Policies

June 19, 2025 — Canada is seeing a dramatic shift in its population growth trajectory, as a result of newly implemented immigration policies aimed at reducing temporary and permanent resident admissions. Statistics Canada reports that between January 1 and April 1, 2025, the national population grew by only 20,107 people, translating to a virtually flat […]

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Vancouver Rises as Canada’s Only Top-10 Livable City in 2025 EIU Global Ranking

In the latest Global Livability Index published by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU), Vancouver has emerged as Canada’s only city to secure a spot in the top 10 most livable cities worldwide. The city ranked 10th overall in 2025, reaffirming its global reputation for high living standards, despite a modest drop from its 7th place […]

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Canada’s Population Growth Nearly Comes to a Halt Amid Immigration Cuts

Canada’s population growth has slowed to one of its weakest rates in nearly a decade—excluding the pandemic—following a series of federal policy changes aimed at reducing temporary immigration. The first-quarter figures released by Statistics Canada paint a stark picture: the country added only 20,107 new residents between January and March 2025. This represents a near […]

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IRCC Releases New Processing Time Estimates as of June 17, 2025

The Government of Canada has issued updated immigration processing times through Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), reflecting the most recent data as of June 17, 2025. These estimates provide essential guidance for those applying for visas, permanent residency, citizenship, and other immigration services. The IRCC regularly updates these timelines to reflect real-time processing capabilities […]

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Canada Introduces Major Immigration Reforms for Temporary Residents Under Proposed Strong Borders Act

On June 17, 2025, the Canadian federal government released comprehensive details on a new immigration reform package under the Strong Borders Act, introduced earlier this month. The legislation aims to tackle abuse of temporary resident programs, streamline the asylum system, and strengthen oversight across immigration processes. If passed, the Strong Borders Act will empower immigration […]

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New National Program Eases Path for Internationally Trained Teachers to Work in Canada

A new initiative promises to make it easier for internationally educated teachers to bring their skills to Canadian classrooms. Launched in November 2024, Pathways to Teach Canada, in partnership with World Education Services (WES), aims to streamline the often complex process of becoming a certified teacher in Canada. While Canada’s education sector has become a […]

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Remote Work Abroad While in Canada Can Now Boost Express Entry Points

In a groundbreaking update that aligns immigration rules with modern work trends, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has clarified that foreign remote work done while living in Canada can help skilled workers increase their Express Entry Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points. This announcement is especially important for dual-job holders, freelancers, and remote professionals seeking […]

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