In a promising development for Canada’s immigration system, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has reported continued progress in reducing its application backlog. For the second consecutive month, the total backlog of applications has dropped below the one-million mark, with the most recent figures showing a reduction to 892,100 as of January 31, 2025. This […]
Read MoreOn February 27, 2025, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) introduced significant modifications to its Express Entry system. The changes involve the introduction of a new category, alterations to existing categories, and the removal of certain occupations from others. These updates aim to address Canada’s evolving labor market needs and improve the country’s ability to […]
Read MoreIn a significant policy move, the Government of Quebec has announced a cap on international student applications for the upcoming year. This new regulation, revealed on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, sets a limit of 124,760 international student applications to be processed under the Foreign Student Program between February 26, 2025, and February 26, 2026 The […]
Read MoreIn a significant shift in immigration policy, Prince Edward Island (PEI) has now limited the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) to foreign nationals working in healthcare, construction, and manufacturing. This restriction, which took effect on January 24, 2025, means that employers in other sectors will no longer be able to have their workers endorsed under the […]
Read MoreCanada’s government has announced a new immigration initiative aimed at supporting home care workers, recognizing their vital role in society. Home care workers, who assist with childcare and provide essential services to seniors and people with disabilities, are crucial to maintaining the health and independence of vulnerable individuals in communities across the country. These workers […]
Read MoreCanada’s healthcare system is in critical condition, grappling with a severe shortage of healthcare professionals. Nurses, doctors, and other vital healthcare workers are urgently needed to address a situation that is not just an administrative failure but a life-or-death matter for thousands of Canadians. However, a potential solution remains underused: healthcare-specific Express Entry draws. This […]
Read MoreStarting February 27, 2025, the Northwest Territories Nominee Program (NTNP) will once again accept applications from foreign nationals looking to make the NWT their home. The intake period will last until 5 pm MT on March 6, 2025, marking the beginning of the 2025 nomination process. This year, the NTNP has an ambitious goal to […]
Read MoreImmigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has reported a major reduction in its immigration backlog, with more than 50,000 applications processed in just one month. As of February 24, 2025, the IRCC’s backlog of immigration applications has been reduced by 50,200, following a previous reduction of 64,200 applications in January. This significant progress comes as […]
Read MoreAs of February 19, 2025, Newfoundland and Labrador has implemented a significant shift in how foreign nationals can apply for permanent residency through the province’s immigration programs. The provincial government has replaced the direct application process for the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) and the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) with an online Expression of Interest (EOI) […]
Read MoreSaskatchewan’s Provincial Nominee Program (SINP) has announced a temporary pause on the intake of Job Approval Forms (JAFs) for job offer-based streams, effective February 18, 2025. This means that employers and foreign nationals who have not yet submitted a JAF can no longer pursue provincial nominations through the SINP’s job offer-based pathways for permanent residence. […]
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