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...
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 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...
IRCC Increases Settlement Funds for Express Entry
Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) have recently updated the minimum settlement funds required for aspiring immigrants in Express Entry. Effective May 28, 2024, these changes are designed to ensure...
Canada Introduces Innovation Stream Pilot for LMIA-Exempt Work Permits
Introduction On April 15, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) introduced a significant initiative designed to bolster Canada’s economic competitiveness: the Innovation Stream Pilot. This program, integrated with the...
