Oregon’s Unauthorized Immigrant Population About 155K, Slowing Growth
Oregon had an estimated 155,000 unauthorized immigrants in mid-2023, a figure unchanged since 2021 and below 2007 levels.…
Articles by & updated by Oliver Mercer
Canada invites foreigners to apply for permanent residence
In November 2025 IRCC issued 1,000 CEC invites at CRS 533 and 714 PNP invites at CRS 738,…
Canada Extends Sudanese Immigration Measures Through October 2026
Canada extended fee-waiver measures for Sudanese nationals in Canada through October 28, 2026. Eligible temporary residents can apply…
Noem: US Tightens Visa Oversight to Admit Only Right Applicants
Kristi Noem announced Nov 12, 2025 that U.S. visa programs remain active but will face stricter vetting. The…
Only One Kneecap Member Barred From Canada, IRCC Confirms
IRCC cancelled Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh’s eTA in August 2025 for incomplete application information; the two other Kneecap…
Experts warn: Canada’s reduced immigration targets threaten reputation
Canada lowered temporary‑resident targets to address housing and infrastructure pressures, affecting international students and temporary workers. Education and…
Canada Surpasses the U.S. in Visa-Free Travel, Henley Index
In October 2025 the Henley Index put Canada at 9th with 183 visa‑free destinations, ahead of the U.S.…
What Employers Should Do About I-9/E-Verify Delays During Shutdown
E‑Verify was offline during the October 2025 shutdown but I‑9 rules still applied. Employers must submit delayed E‑Verify…
TSA Staffing Impact: How Many Called Out Sick During the 43-Day Shutdown?
During the 43-day 2025 shutdown, unpaid TSA agents increasingly called out, causing three-hour security lines, flight delays, and…