Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has published the latest updates on immigration application processing times for January 2025. As immigration trends continue to evolve, staying informed about these changes is essential for applicants planning their journey to Canada. The first processing time update of the year provides crucial insights into the application timelines for […]
Read MoreAs Canada embarks on its immigration goals for 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has resumed Express Entry draws following a slower December. With the start of the year, the department is taking steps to meet its landing target, continuing to emphasize certain candidate groups, including those in Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) and individuals […]
Read MoreIn 2025, Quebec’s immigration policies are undergoing significant transformations. These adjustments, especially in programs such as the Quebec Experience Program (PEQ), the Skilled Worker Selection Program (PSTQ), family sponsorships, and Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIAs), will have broad implications for both prospective immigrants and individuals currently navigating the immigration process. This article provides a comprehensive […]
Read MoreCanada has begun the new year with its first Canadian Experience Class (CEC) draw, issuing 1,350 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence through the Express Entry system. The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required for this draw was 542. This CEC draw is the second of the week, following a Provincial Nominee Program […]
Read MoreThe first Express Entry draw of 2025 has taken place, with Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issuing 471 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). This marks a significant step in Canada’s ongoing efforts to manage its immigration system and address critical workforce shortages in various sectors, particularly in […]
Read MoreCanada is set to introduce an innovative new category under its Express Entry immigration system in 2025, which will focus on addressing the pressing labour shortages in the education sector. This change follows consultations carried out by Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) in 2024. As part of these updates, the country will introduce an […]
Read MoreCanada’s immigration landscape underwent several key developments in 2024, especially within the family class sponsorship and work permit programs. Key reforms driven by evolving political priorities and humanitarian concerns have had a significant impact on the pathways for family reunification. In particular, the introduction of new temporary resident pathways, modifications to Spousal Open Work Permits […]
Read MoreIn a notable shift, the Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has made strides in reducing its backlog of immigration applications. As of November 30, the backlog stood at 1,006,500 applications, a significant reduction from the 1,056,100 recorded at the end of October. This 4.7% drop in just one month marks a promising trend toward […]
Read MoreTable of Contents: Introduction to Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) in 2024 Key Provincial Changes in 2024 Alberta: New Pathways and System Overhaul British Columbia: Making Entrepreneur Programs Permanent Manitoba: West Central Immigration Initiative New Brunswick: Allocation Challenges and Program Pauses Nova Scotia: Targeted Adjustments in Worker Categories Northwest Territories: Surging Interest and Caps Reached Ontario: […]
Read MoreThe Canadian government has announced that it will not accept any new applications for the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) in 2025. This decision comes as Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) continues to adjust its immigration strategy, limiting the number of permanent residency applications it will process in the coming year. While the PGP […]
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