IRCC Processing Times: July 2025 Update Shows Major Delays in Key Immigration Categories

Canada’s immigration processing times have seen significant changes since July 2024. The latest data from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) reveals both improvements and sharp delays across permanent residence, temporary residence, and citizenship applications. These changes are critical for individuals planning their immigration journey to Canada, especially those preparing to submit applications or awaiting […]

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Manitoba Temporarily Suspends Employer Services Applications Under PNP Until August 5

Pause Affects Employer-Supported Nominations for Skilled Foreign Workers; Applications to Resume in August 2025 The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) has announced a temporary pause on the intake of new applications under its Employer Services stream, one of its key pathways for employer-supported skilled immigration. This pause, which took effect on July 4, 2025, is […]

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Canada Can’t Afford Immigration Cuts—But It Must Refocus Immigration Policy with Purpose

Experts warn: Populist immigration caps risk economic collapse while smarter, targeted immigration could solve labour and population crises Canada’s heated immigration debate reached new heights this week as Conservative Party leader Pierre Poilievre reignited calls for “hard caps on immigration”—including a radical suggestion that more people should leave the country than arrive over the next […]

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Planning to Work in Canada After Graduation? Here’s How to Make Sure Your Study Program Qualifies for a Post-Graduation Work Permit

New PGWP Rules Introduced by IRCC Require Close Attention to Your Field of Study and Language Skills If you’re an international student aiming to stay and work in Canada after graduation, it’s now more important than ever to plan ahead. The Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) remains one of the most accessible pathways to gain Canadian […]

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Ontario Reveals 9 In-Demand Occupations Driving Permanent Residency Nominations

Healthcare and Tech Sectors Dominate as OINP Adjusts to Reduced 2025 Immigration Quota The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has released critical data highlighting the top occupations that led to permanent residency (PR) nominations in 2024. With 45% of all nominations attributed to just nine high-demand roles, the OINP is expected to maintain a strategic […]

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How Much Do Immigrants Earn in Canada?

New Statistics Canada Tool Reveals Income Insights for Immigrants and Non-Permanent Residents Ottawa – July 7, 2025A new interactive data visualization tool launched by Statistics Canada is providing fresh insight into the income levels of immigrants and temporary residents in Canada. Drawing on 2021 income data, the tool allows users to explore average and median […]

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Newfoundland and Labrador Issues 320 Immigration Invitations in Latest Provincial Draw

Province Continues Using Expression of Interest System for Skilled Worker Selection Newfoundland and Labrador has issued 320 new invitations to immigration candidates through its provincial immigration streams, continuing its shift to a more targeted approach via the Expression of Interest (EOI) system. The selections were made under the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP) […]

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Canada’s Rental Market Sees Relief as Temporary Residents Exit

CMHC Reports Rent Drops in Major Cities—Newcomers May Finally Catch a Break A significant shift is underway in Canada’s rental housing landscape. According to the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC), advertised rents in several major cities have declined for the first time in years. This trend is largely attributed to reduced demand from temporary […]

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Canada Expands Ban on Low-Wage LMIA Work Permits Across 26 Regions: What Workers and Employers Must Know

The federal government of Canada has expanded the list of cities and regions where low-wage Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) applications under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) will no longer be processed. As of July 11, 2025, 26 Census Metropolitan Areas (CMAs) are officially ineligible. This policy is a continuation of the government’s efforts […]

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Canada Hits Major Employment Milestone: Job Market Rebounds with 83,000 New Jobs and Unemployment Falls to 6.9%

Canada’s labour market is bouncing back stronger than expected, with June 2025 marking a significant turning point in the country’s post-pandemic economic recovery. According to the latest Labour Force Survey released by Statistics Canada, employment surged by 83,000 new jobs, and the unemployment rate dropped to 6.9%, its lowest level in months. This positive trajectory […]

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