All STEM Occupations Targeted by Express Entry in 2025
IRCC’s 2025 Express Entry category-based draws now target 11 STEM occupations, prioritizing engineers, technologists and cybersecurity. Applicants need…
Articles by & updated by Oliver Mercer
Nova Scotia to Get Major Immigration Allocation Increase After Cuts
Federal Minister Lena Diab announced Ottawa will expand Nova Scotia’s 2025 immigration allocation, reversing cuts that halved NSNP…
What’s in Sweden’s new work permit package? Key changes and timeline
Effective June 17, 2025, most non‑EU/EEA work permits require SEK 29,680/month; earlier filings use SEK 28,480. Further 2026…
NB Issues 522 Invitations Across Express Entry and Skilled Worker
New Brunswick issued 522 invitations (Oct 6–9, 2025), with 221 for Express Entry (valid provincial employment), 91 for…
Australia Subclass 494 Visa 2025: 5-Year Regional Provisional
From October 21, 2025, Australia reopens the Subclass 494 five‑year regional employer‑sponsored visa. Requirements include under‑45 age, three…
Canada and Italy Tighten Citizenship by Descent in 2025 Reforms
Canada’s Bill C-3 (Oct 2025) requires parents born abroad to have 1,095 days in Canada within five years…
University of Sydney Remains Denied 2026 International Student Places
The University of Sydney’s 2026 NOSC stays at 11,900; it received no increase. The government tied allocations to…
Australian Banks Granted Powers to Fight Crypto-Linked Scams Targeting International Students
On October 17, 2025 Australia proposed laws granting AUSTRAC powers to restrict high-risk products, including crypto ATMs, and…
Report: Highly Educated Immigrants Do Better in U.S. than Canada
Research shows highly educated immigrants fare better in the U.S. for employment and wages. Canada admits more degree-holders…