On June 5, 2025, the Canadian government introduced Bill C‑3 to reform the Citizenship Act. This new legislation aims to restore citizenship to individuals who were left in limbo by previous…
Canada’s Express Entry system now includes category-based draws, targeting candidates working in high-demand sectors. These draws offer lower CRS cut-offs compared to general streams, giving job-ready applicants a faster route…
In a notable shift to its immigration strategy, Canada has reduced its Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) allocations for 2025 by half compared to 2024 levels. This decision impacts all provinces,…
After a four-month pause, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) resumed its Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draws on June 3, 2025, issuing a total of 3,719 Invitations to Apply (ITAs)…
On June 4, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted a targeted Express Entry draw, issuing 500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates in healthcare and social services occupations.…
In a significant policy shift, the Canadian government has reduced the total landings target for the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) in 2025 to 55,000, a sharp decrease from the 110,000…
On June 3, 2025, the Canadian government introduced the Strong Borders Act (Bill C-2), proposing significant reforms to the country's asylum claim application process. These changes aim to enhance border…
On June 3, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted its first Express Entry draw under the leadership of the newly appointed Immigration Minister, Lena Metlege Diab. This draw…
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has implemented significant changes to its maintained status policy, effective May 28, 2025. These changes impact temporary residents who submit multiple applications for extension…
On May 29, 2025, the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) conducted a draw under its Skilled Worker Overseas stream, issuing 30 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) to candidates who…