The Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced significant updates to processing times as of March 18, 2025, bringing changes that are important for anyone navigating the Canadian immigration system. Whether you are applying for a visa, permanent residency, or citizenship, knowing these processing timelines is crucial for planning your immigration journey. Since 2021, […]

In 2024, Canada witnessed a significant uptick in deportations, surpassing any year since 2015, marking a decisive shift in the nation’s immigration enforcement approach. With nearly half a million foreign nationals flagged for removal and a mounting backlog of refugee claims, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has intensified its efforts to clear these cases. […]

As a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, one of the most straightforward and reliable routes to permanent residency (PR) is through spousal sponsorship. This process allows you to sponsor your spouse, common-law, or conjugal partner, as well as their dependent children, for Canadian permanent residency. If you and your partner meet the necessary requirements, your […]

Canada, once seen as an open and welcoming country for international students, workers, and visitors, is taking a more restrictive approach to immigration. In 2024, the country experienced a dramatic increase in the rejection of temporary resident visa applications, a trend that has reshaped the Canadian immigration landscape. With stricter visa regulations, Canada rejected a […]

The Government of Canada has unveiled a series of initiatives aimed at simplifying the process for newcomers to obtain a Social Insurance Number (SIN). These initiatives, set to launch in 2025-2026, are designed to enhance the SIN application process, making it more accessible and efficient for immigrants and newcomers to the country. The most notable […]

Canada’s immigration landscape has been rife with uncertainty recently, thanks to unexpected updates to the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) eligibility criteria on the official Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) website. Students feared these changes would drastically impact their dreams of staying and working in Canada after graduation. But don’t worry—IRCC has now clarified the […]

Canadians will have to wait a bit longer for crucial changes to the Citizenship Act, specifically regarding the controversial First-Generation Limit (FGL) for citizenship by descent. On March 13, 2025, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice granted the federal government yet another extension to amend the law, this time pushing the deadline to April 25, […]

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducted its third Express Entry draw of March, inviting candidates under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). A total of 536 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were issued, as the Canadian government continues to invite skilled workers to help meet the country’s growing labor market needs. Details of the March […]

If you’re looking to achieve Canadian permanent residency (PR) through the Express Entry system, you might be surprised to learn that temporarily leaving Canada can actually improve your Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score, ultimately increasing your chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA). Here’s how relocating to your home country could provide a unique […]

New Brunswick recently held its first draws of 2025 under the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP) on March 5 and 6. The program focused on inviting skilled workers from key sectors experiencing labor shortages in the province. These draws, which came after a period of adjustments to align the program with the province’s labor […]