Canada has achieved a historic milestone in immigration by admitting a record 483,395 new permanent residents in 2024, coming very close to its ambitious annual immigration target of 485,000. This represents a significant growth in Canada’s immigration levels, which continues to be a key driver for economic expansion and demographic growth. This report offers an […]
Read MoreNew Brunswick is reopening its immigration streams after a challenging adjustment period following a reduction in the number of immigrant nomination spaces allocated by the federal government. The province is now facing a cap of 2,750 available spots for the year 2025. These limited spaces are to be split between the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee […]
Read MoreImmigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued a fresh batch of Invitations to Apply (ITAs) through its Express Entry system, with a focus on candidates from the Canadian Experience Class (CEC). In the most recent draw held on February 5, a total of 4,000 invitations were issued to individuals with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking […]
Read MoreCanada’s Express Entry system remains one of the most popular and efficient ways for skilled workers to immigrate to the country. With high demand and a competitive system, the Canadian government is offering multiple pathways for qualified candidates to gain permanent residency (PR). Here’s everything you need to know to navigate the Express Entry process […]
Read MoreImmigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has continued to issue invitations to apply (ITAs) for permanent residency through its Express Entry system, with the second Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw of the year. In the latest round of invitations, 455 ITAs were issued to candidates who meet the PNP eligibility criteria. The minimum Comprehensive Ranking […]
Read MoreCanada’s immigration system, once heralded for its inclusive and family-friendly policies, is now under intense scrutiny due to recent changes in the processing of Spousal Open Work Permits (SOWPs). As of January 21, 2025, the Canadian immigration system has adopted more restrictive policies, significantly impacting the lives of families and individuals seeking to work and […]
Read MoreOntario has recently unveiled significant changes to its immigration policies aimed at making it easier for self-employed physicians to obtain permanent residency. These amendments to the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) are designed to tackle the ongoing shortage of healthcare professionals in the province, especially as demand for medical services continues to rise due to […]
Read MoreIn a pivotal move for its immigration strategy, the provincial government of Newfoundland and Labrador has successfully negotiated a substantial increase to its 2025 Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) allocation. The province’s allocation has been raised by 1,000 nominations, bringing the total to 2,525 for the year. This increase is a notable achievement, particularly as the […]
Read MoreIn a bold move, the Canadian government has announced the introduction of a 25% tariff on a wide range of goods imported from the United States, effective February 4, 2025. This decision comes as a direct response to ongoing trade disputes between the two nations and marks a significant escalation in the trade conflict. The […]
Read MoreIn a significant development, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has successfully reduced its immigration application backlog to below one million for the first time in several months. As of December 31, 2024, the backlog stood at 942,300 applications—a notable decrease from 1,006,500 the previous month. This reduction represents a 6.38% drop in the backlog, […]
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