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…
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has reported a continued decline in the immigration application backlog as of April 30, 2025. The total number of backlogged applications stands at 760,200,…
In 2025, the Yukon Nominee Program (YNP) has undergone significant changes due to a 50% reduction in its federal nomination allocation, bringing the total to 215 spots for the year.…
In a significant move to enhance labor mobility and address workforce challenges, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has extended a temporary public policy, effective May 27, 2025. This policy…