IMMIGRATION IN CANADA BLOG
Latest news about immigration in Canada
Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) Updates
Profiles that were directly invited by the MPNP under the strategic recruitment initiative (Skilled Worker Overseas) have been revealed The number of letters to apply[...]
What should you pay attention to when choosing an immigration representative?
The official IRCC portal has information on how to do this correctly. Today we propose to discuss the main points that are worth paying attention[...]
IRCC Shares Common Mistakes in PR Applications
The 447-page document provides examples of candidates and the recommended outcomes after reviewing their applications. Some of the common mistakes include: Using incorrect NOC codes.[...]
British Columbia Provincial Nomination
As you know, British Columbia is committed to using the Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) to address the province’s most critical labour market and economic[...]
New Minister of Immigration in Canada
On May 13, 2025, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced the appointment of Lena Metlege Diab as the new Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada[...]
5000 CAD for moving to Alberta
It was recently announced that 2,000 skilled workers relocating to Alberta will be able to apply for a one-time payment of 5,000 CAD to offset[...]
Loss of temporary status
Using the WP (Work Permit) as an example, today we will look at important rules that should be followed to maintain your status. As you[...]
PARLIAMENTARY ELECTIONS: What do different parties think about immigration?
As you know, elections are currently taking place in Canada. We suggest you familiarize yourself with the immigration programs offered by leading political forces. 🟥LIBERAL:[...]
Yukon awaits new immigrants
The Expression of Interest (EOI) application period is now open for employers wishing to apply for the Yukon Nominee Program (YNP) in 2025. The Expression[...]
Saskatchewan will continue to accept SINP candidates
Recently, the Government of Saskatchewan announced changes to the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) in response to federal government cuts to the program. As reported,[...]
Latest Alberta Immigration Updates
Alberta Advantage (AAIP) is an economic immigration program that nominates people for permanent residence in Alberta. Applicants must have the necessary skills or plan to[...]
Finally, the long-awaited program for nannies and caregivers starts on March 31
Thus, all temporary workers in this field located in Canada (inside Canada) will be able to apply for PR from March 31, 2025. As for[...]
Changes to the Comprehensive Rating System (CRS)
On March 25, 2025, IRCC posted a news item on their CRS website that they are no longer awarding job offer points. Effective immediately, they[...]
Update of applications for the Program for International Students (PÉÉ)
The Government of Quebec has set a maximum number of applications for studies that must be received between February 26, 2025 and February 26, 2026.[...]
7,500 Express Entry invitations for Francophones
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced that it has issued more invitations to apply (ITAs) through the Express Entry system. IRCC issued 7,500[...]
Slowing population growth due to a decline in the total number of temporary residents in Canada
Experts noted that the total number of temporary residents in Canada increased from 2.7 million at the beginning of 2024 to 3.02 million by January[...]
MIFI extends measures to suspend acceptance of some applications for Labour Market Impact Assessment (EIMT) under the Temporary Foreign Worker (PTET) Programme
It has been announced that these measures will be extended until November 30, 2025. The suspension concerns EIMT applications for vacancies in Montreal and Laval,[...]
Parent Sponsorship Update
It has become known that the application period for the Parent and Grandparent Sponsorship Program (PGP) in 2024 has closed. The date of new application[...]
Measures to support migrant-led housing
The government recently announced plans to introduce a number of new measures to support Canada’s construction industry as part of the 2025-2027 immigration plan. These[...]
Canada helps victims of conflict in Sudan
Following the outbreak of civil war in Khartoum on April 15, 2023, Canada served as a facilitator among like-minded countries to consider possible responses to[...]
IRCC Application Review Timelines
Did you know that the speed at which IRCC processes your application depends on which immigration program you choose? Just imagine in 2024, IRCC will[...]
Canada plans to increase number of selections in 2025 to reduce labor shortage
Recently, Mark Miller announced that the 2025 federal economic class selection will focus on inviting candidates with Canadian Experience Class experience to apply for permanent[...]
Updates to Open Work Permit (OWP) rules
From 21 January 2025, only spouses of certain categories of international students and international workers will be able to apply for a family OWP. Doctoral[...]
Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP)
The Atlantic Immigration Program is a pathway to permanent residence for skilled foreign workers and Canadian graduates who want to work and live in one[...]
Canada Strengthens Border Security
The Canadian Border Management Plan was released in December 2024. It includes specific measures involving IRCC, the Public Safety Agency (PSC), the Canada Border Services[...]