Canada, a long-favored destination for Indian students, is witnessing a dramatic shift in its international education landscape. The first quarter of 2025 recorded a sharp 31% drop in study permits issued to Indian nationals, following major changes in immigration policy, financial requirements, and application verification processes. According to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), the […]

In a newly issued directive to his cabinet, Prime Minister Mark Carney has reaffirmed his government’s dual approach to immigration: maintaining a sustainable intake of newcomers while actively targeting global talent to power Canada’s economic growth. Carney’s Immigration Vision: Sustainability + Skilled Talent Outlined in a broad mandate letter sent to all ministers, Carney positioned […]

A newly launched petition from Conservative MP Jamil Jivani is drawing national attention—and controversy—as it calls for a complete overhaul of Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP), excluding seasonal agricultural workers. Citing growing economic strain, record youth unemployment, and increased pressure on housing and healthcare systems, Jivani’s campaign is tapping into a broader discontent surrounding […]

Canada’s immigration landscape is undergoing a significant transformation in 2025 as multiple Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) streams are either paused or shut down. While this shift may initially raise concerns among foreign skilled workers, particularly those already residing in Canada, it actually signals a strategic realignment toward a more centralized and streamlined federal immigration system […]

New Rules Tighten Eligibility for Open Work Permits in Canada: What You Need to Know Canada’s Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) introduced significant changes to its Open Work Permit (OWP) program effective January 2025, reshaping the landscape for foreign nationals—especially spouses and dependents of international students and temporary foreign workers. The move, according to […]

Submitting an immigration application to Canada is a critical step, and naturally, applicants want to be certain their documents have reached Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) safely and are being processed. The method of confirmation, however, depends on how the application was submitted—online, through a visa application centre, or via mail. For Online Applications: […]

As we near the midpoint of 2025, the landscape of Canada’s Express Entry system remains dynamic and unpredictable, shaped by significant policy shifts and evolving immigration priorities under the 2025–2027 Immigration Levels Plan. The most recent draw, held on May 13, 2025, saw 500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) issued to Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates […]

In Canada’s competitive Express Entry system, improving your language skills can significantly increase your chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for permanent residency. For many candidates, especially those who may have lost points for arranged employment or other factors, language test performance can be a game-changer. In fact, as a principal applicant, you […]