The federal government has revealed its plan for international student intake in 2026: Canada will issue up to 408,000 study permits next year — a reduction from recent targets and a clear signal that admissions will be more tightly managed. This announcement, published as part of federal planning for 2026, reduces the overall study-permit issuance […]

Ontario has officially passed Bill 60, known as the Fighting Delays, Building Faster Act, 2025, marking one of the most significant legislative reshaping efforts in recent years. After clearing its third reading in the Legislative Assembly on November 24, 2025, the bill is set to receive Royal Assent and transform a wide span of provincial […]

A political storm has erupted in Ontario after thousands of Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) Skilled Trades Stream applications were abruptly cancelled and returned. Premier Doug Ford is now publicly attributing the chaos to federal immigration decisions—while official provincial documents point to a very different cause. For applicants, the fallout has been devastating: long waits, […]

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducted one of its most significant Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draws of the year, issuing 777 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates in the Express Entry pool. This latest selection round reflects Canada’s continued emphasis on admitting skilled workers who have already been nominated by provinces looking to […]

Manitoba continues to strengthen its labour market strategy by inviting more skilled workers—both within Canada and abroad—to pursue provincial nomination. In its latest selection round, the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) focused on applicants identified through highly targeted initiatives designed to address the province’s long-term workforce needs. This latest draw reflects Manitoba’s growing emphasis on […]

Understanding the financial requirements for Express Entry is crucial for anyone planning their Canadian immigration journey. While the process remains one of the fastest and most efficient pathways to permanent residence, it does involve several mandatory fees and additional costs that applicants must prepare for. This detailed breakdown outlines the full range of expenses associated […]

Alberta has announced significant reforms to its Rural Renewal Stream under the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP), introducing tighter requirements for candidates beginning January 1, 2026.These updates aim to align the program with available provincial nomination spaces and ensure that communities can prioritize candidates who best match their workforce needs. The revised guidelines will apply […]

Alberta has completed one of its biggest immigration selections of the year, distributing a total of 1,125 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for provincial nomination through the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) between November 10 and 14, 2025.These invitations were issued across two targeted draws focused on attracting skilled workers with strong ties to the province, […]

As Canada prepares for the September 1, 2025 increase in required funds for study permit applicants, many international students are seeking additional financial support to manage tuition, living expenses and other educational costs. With the required financial threshold rising by $2,260, understanding the available financial aid options has become more important than ever. To help […]