Canada Tightens Immigration Rules for Spouses of Temporary Residents
As of January 21, 2025, Canada limits open work permits to spouses of select international students and high-skilled…
Articles by & updated by Oliver Mercer
Canada Tightens Spousal Open Work Permit Rules Effective January 2025
As of January 21, 2025, Canada limits spousal open work permit eligibility to spouses of certain students and…
New Zealand Introduces ‘Parent Boost’ Visa to Unite Families
New Zealand’s Parent Boost visa opens in 2025 for extended parental visits up to ten years with strict…
Canada Invites 500 Healthcare Workers to Apply for Permanent Residency
Canada’s June 2025 Express Entry draw issued 500 invitations to healthcare professionals meeting specific CRS and experience criteria.…
Quebec Reveals Proposed Immigration Plan for 2026–2029 Period
Quebec proposes reduced immigration targets, stricter French language rules for temporary workers, and prioritizes residents already in Quebec.…
Canada Targets Asylum Abuse Among International Students with New Bill
Canada’s Bill C-2 limits asylum claims mainly by international students, especially from India and Nigeria, while expanding IRCC…
Canada Faces 529,700 Job Vacancies Unfilled for Seven Months
Canada’s labour market in March 2025 shows 529,700 job vacancies unchanged for seven months amid a 12.1% decline…
Ottawa Proposes Immigration Reforms to Limit Asylum Hearings Access
Canada’s Bill C-2 restricts asylum access by denying claims filed late or through unofficial crossings. It expands executive…
Australia’s 2025 Immigration Reforms Focus on Skilled Migration and Students
Australia’s immigration policy in 2025 prioritizes skilled migrants, raising salary thresholds and visa fees. The new Skills in…