Canada
Express Entry scores, PNP draws, study permit changes, and IRCC processing updates for Canadian immigration. Covers PR pathways, LMIA requirements, and provincial nominee programs across all provinces.
Visa Policies Impact Punjab Students’ Canada Dreams
Stricter Canadian visa policies have sharply reduced study permits, impacting Punjab students' aspirations for education abroad. This has resulted in a 70-80% drop in applications from Punjab, leading to increased…
Quebec Superior Court OKs Class Action on Foreign Worker Permits
Quebec's Superior Court allowed a class-action lawsuit against Canada's closed work permits, claiming they violate the Charter of…
Nanos Survey: Canadians Favor Reduced Immigration in 2025
A Nanos survey shows most Canadians want fewer immigrants in 2025 due to concerns like housing affordability and…
Canada Immigration Policy Change: Justin Trudeau Cuts Student, Work Permits
Canada is reducing international student and work permits by 35%, addressing record-high immigration and domestic issues like housing.…
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…