Rising Competition in Express Entry Pool as Top-Scoring Profiles Increase

Between August 17 and September 28, 2025, Canada’s Express Entry pool became significantly more competitive. While the total number of candidate profiles fell by 3,120, the share of top-scoring candidates grew sharply. This shift means candidates now face tougher competition when waiting for Invitations to Apply (ITAs). Current CRS Score Distribution (as of September 28, […]

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Latest IRCC Processing Times Update – October 2025

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has released its newest application processing timelines as of October 1, 2025. These figures impact thousands of applicants worldwide—covering permanent residency, work permits, study permits, visas, citizenship, and passports. Processing times are now based on 80% of cases completed, making them more realistic but still approximate. Individual cases can […]

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How Tech Professionals Can Move to Canada: Work Permits & PR Pathways

Canada continues to position itself as a global hub for skilled tech talent, offering multiple immigration and work permit pathways for IT professionals. With the U.S. announcing a hefty $100,000 USD fee hike for H-1B visas, Canada is expected to introduce new measures to attract tech workers. While those measures are still awaited, Canada already […]

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Next Express Entry Draw Predictions & CRS Cutoffs for October 2025

Canada’s Express Entry system remains one of the strongest pathways for skilled workers, graduates, and professionals worldwide. With the September 29, 2025, Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw hitting a record-high CRS cutoff of 855, candidates are eagerly awaiting what October 2025 will bring. This detailed analysis reviews recent draw trends, CRS pool distribution, and expert […]

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Ontario Minimum Wage Increase Effective October 1, 2025: Still Falls Short of Living Wage

Starting October 1, 2025, Ontario workers will see a boost in their pay as the provincial minimum wage rises to $17.60 per hour. While this increase helps offset inflation, it still lags significantly behind the living wage in Ontario, especially in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), where the benchmark sits at $26 per hour. Key […]

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Canadian Experience Class Draw: IRCC Issues 1,000 Invitations in First Express Entry Draw of October 2025

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted its first Express Entry draw of October 2025, inviting 1,000 candidates under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC). The draw required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 534, with candidates needing to have created their Express Entry profile before 4:01 a.m. UTC on February 21, 2025. Key […]

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Canada Ends Permanent Residence Pathway for Caregivers Outside the Country

IRCC Confirms Closure of “Applicants Not Working in Canada” Stream What Options Remain for Caregivers Outside Canada? Caregivers abroad still have pathways to move to Canada in 2025, even though the HCWP’s international stream has closed. Why Did IRCC Close the International Caregiver Intake? Several possible reasons explain this decision: Caregiver Pilots: Current Inventory Snapshot […]

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Applying for Express Entry with a Pre-Existing Medical Condition: What You Need to Know

Applying for Canadian Permanent Residence (PR) through Express Entry can be complex if you have a pre-existing medical condition. While many applicants succeed, others face refusals on the grounds of medical inadmissibility. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) evaluates all applications carefully, and medical history plays a significant role. As of August 21, 2025, all […]

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Express Entry Update: IRCC Issues 291 Invitations to PNP Candidates

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has released the latest results from its Express Entry system, issuing 291 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in a targeted draw for Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates.This draw underscores IRCC’s continued focus on prioritizing candidates with strong provincial ties as part of Canada’s ongoing immigration strategy. Key Highlights of the […]

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Canada Eyes New Policies to Attract Tech Talent Affected by U.S. H-1B Visa Fee Hike

Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced that Canada will explore new immigration measures aimed at attracting highly skilled tech workers impacted by the United States’ recent H-1B visa fee increase.Carney revealed these plans during a press briefing in the United Kingdom on September 27, 2025, following the Global Progress Action Summit, signalling Canada’s readiness to […]

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