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...
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 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...
Saskatchewan Introduces Two New Immigration Pathways for Healthcare and Agriculture Workers
On August 30, 2024, Saskatchewan launched two new immigration pathways under the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) to address critical labour shortages in the healthcare and agriculture sectors. These initiatives...
Canada to Launch New Immigration Pathway for TEER 4 and 5 Workers
Canada is continuously adapting its immigration policies to address the evolving needs of its workforce. The latest development is the proposed introduction of a new immigration pathway designed specifically for...
Canada Ends Policy Allowing Visitors to Apply for Work Permits from Inside Canada
In a significant policy shift, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has abruptly ended the temporary public policy that allowed certain visitors in Canada to apply for work permits from...
New Brunswick Closed Express Entry Stream After Reaching 2024 Allocation Limit
The New Brunswick Express Entry stream, a key pathway for skilled workers to immigrate to New Brunswick, is paused the issuance of new Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for the remainder...
