On June 12, 2025, West Kootenay (British Columbia) unveiled the priority sectors and 19 eligible occupations under its employer-led Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP), offering selected candidates a direct pathway…
On June 10, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted its third Express Entry draw of the month, inviting 125 candidates who hold provincial nominations for permanent residence. The required minimum CRS…
Greater Sudbury has unveiled the target occupations and sectors for its 2025 Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) and Francophone Community Immigration Pilot (FCIP) as part of its enhanced strategy to…
On June 5, 2025, Quebec’s Minister of Immigration, Jean‑François Roberge, presented a draft multi‑year immigration plan spanning 2026 to 2029. These proposed guidelines emphasize reducing both permanent and temporary admissions…
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…