Australia updates English test rules for visa applicants from Aug 7, 2025
Effective August 7, 2025, Australia accepts CELPIP General, LanguageCert Academic and MET for visas, raised PTE Academic minimums,…
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Canada Opens New PR Pathway — Jobs at 118 Firms Claim Examined
Before December 31, 2025, Canada will replace the EMPP with a permanent PR pathway focused on skilled refugees,…
North Vancouver Woman Pamela Horton Receives Posthumous Medal of Good Citizenship
In 2025, Pamela Horton was posthumously awarded British Columbia’s Medal of Good Citizenship for advancing disability rights. She…
Australia Shuts Down 8 Colleges, Thousands Lose Diplomas in Fake Qualification Scandal
Australia’s closure of eight colleges and cancellation of 25,000 diplomas exposed misuse of student visas and fake qualifications.…
Australians Widely Aware of Labor’s Broken Immigration Promises
Labor’s 2025 migration strategy centers on skilled workers with 185,000 permanent places and aims to reduce net migration…
Canada to Require Language Tests for Open Work Permits Starting 2026
From 2026, Canada mandates language testing for specific open work permit applicants, including spouses, under the International Mobility…
Burke Says ‘Couldn’t Care Less About Free Speech’ Blocking Dozens of Visas
Australia canceled Kanye West’s visa in 2025 for antisemitic content, reinforcing visa rejection for hate speech. Minister Tony…
Québec Relaunches Skilled Worker Selection Program to Meet Market Needs
Quebec’s 2025 Skilled Worker Program update focuses on French competency, Quebec experience, and labor market alignment. Invitations prioritize…
Senator Downe Urges Security Checks on All International Students in Canada
Following fraud linked to fake acceptance letters, Canada weighs universal security checks for international students. The government uses…