Canada’s Express Entry Draws: January 2025 Highlights
The start of 2025 has brought thrilling opportunities for applicants to Canada’s immigration programs. So far In January, two significant Express Entry draws set the tone for a promising year...
No New Applications for Parents and Grandparents Program in 2025
In an announcement published on January 4, 2025, the Canadian government revealed that no new applications will be accepted for the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) in 2025. Instead, Immigration,...
Canada Ends Flagpoling for Work and Study Permits
As of December 23, 2024, at 11:59 PM ET, Canada officially ended the practice of flagpoling. This means that temporary residents can no longer apply for work and study permits...
Manitoba Introduces Immigration Pilot to Address Rural Workforce Needs
The Government of Manitoba has announced the launch of the West-Central Immigration Initiative (WCII), a strategic three-year pilot program designed to address workforce shortages, support local business growth, and enhance...
Canada’s Multiple-Entry Visa No Longer Guaranteed
On November 6th, Canada updated its guidelines for issuing temporary resident visas (TRVs), also known as visitor visas. A TRV is essential for travellers coming to Canada for various purposes,...
New Rules for Study Permit Holders: Changing Schools or Programs in Canada
With Canada being one of the top choices for study pursuits by international students, the increase in demand has led the Government of Canada to introduce new regulations to maintain...
Canada Invites 3,000 Healthcare Workers in Latest Express Entry Draw of 2024
On November 20, 2024, IRCC invited 3,000 candidates with healthcare experience to apply for permanent residence through a category-based Express Entry draw. This marks the third healthcare-specific draw in 2024,...
Canada’s Immigration Levels Plan: New Targets Announced for 2025-2027
On October 25, 2024, Canada unveiled its Immigration Levels Plan for 2025-2027, signalling a significant evolution in its immigration strategy. This newly articulated framework includes crucial adjustments to both permanent...
Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program Overhauled: New Wage Standards and Stricter Regulations Announced
Changes to Wage Requirements for High Wage LMIA Stream On October 21, 2024, Randy Boissonnault, Canada’s Minister of Employment, Workforce Development, and Official Languages, announced additional updates to the Temporary...
Canada Launches New Study Permit Pilot to Fast-Track Judicial Reviews
International students with Canadian study permit rejections may soon benefit from a groundbreaking pilot project launched by the Federal Court on October 1, 2024. This initiative aims to expedite judicial...
