Canada Tightens Study Permits: New Caps and PGWP Changes
The IRCC is implementing study permit caps and altering PGWP eligibility, signalling a policy shift to manage international…
Canada Work Permit Expiration Looms for 200,000 International Students
Over 200,000 international students in Canada face expiry of their Post-Graduation Work Permits by 2025 amid tighter immigration…
Canada Expands Ban on Iranian Officials Entering Country
Canada expanded its ban on Iranian officials, barring senior officials since June 23, 2003, from entering the country.…
IRCC Application Backlog Exceeds 1 Million amid Temporary Resident Cutbacks
Canada's immigration backlog surpassed 1 million due to temporary resident application delays. IRCC plans a "soft cap" on…
International Student Applications to Canada Drop Beyond Cap
International student applications in Canada have significantly dropped, exceeding the government's intended reduction. Contributing factors include a two-year…
Canada Regions Facing Reduction in Temporary Foreign Workers
Several Canadian regions may see reduced temporary foreign workers due to policy and economic factors. Affected areas include…
Marc Miller Announces Changes to Canada Immigration Targets
Canada's Immigration Minister plans significant changes to permanent resident targets, possibly reducing numbers. Key revisions include economic-focused immigration,…
Canada Increases Rejections for Visa Applications, International Students, and Temporary Foreign Workers
Canada now rejects more visas for tourists, students, and workers. In 2024, border refusals reached record highs, and…
Spousal Sponsorship in Canada: Family Reunification & Open Work Permits
Canada's spousal sponsorship program, vital for family reunification, allows citizens and permanent residents to sponsor partners for permanent…
Punjabi Youth Shift to Student Visas as Canada Halts Work Permits
Canada's halting of work permits for visitors has led Punjabi youth to seek student visas to extend their…
Canada to Welcome 500,000 Immigrants in 2025
Canada’s 2024-2026 Immigration Plan aims for 500,000 new immigrants annually by 2025. Focusing on economic benefits, family reunification,…
Saskatchewan Launches PNP Agriculture and Health Talent Pathways
Saskatchewan launched two PNP pathways to address labor shortages in agriculture and healthcare sectors. The Agriculture Talent Pathway…
Ottawa Closes International Student Program Loophole Exploited by Malicious Actors
Ottawa shut down an immigration gateway exploited by malicious actors through the International Student Program due to security…
Canada’s Anti-Immigration Sentiment Affects Temporary Foreign Worker Program
Canada is tightening immigration policies amid rising anti-immigration sentiment, with more visa refusals and border rejections. Economic pressures,…