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.
Canada 2025: Fewer visas and higher living costs reshape plans
In 2025 Canada tightens immigration: permanent resident targets fall to 395,000, provinces cut nominee slots, and students face caps and stricter fund checks. Processing times lengthen and authorities favor applicants…
Court Upholds PGWP Denial for Non-Final Semester Part-Time Status
A court affirmed IRCC’s PGWP refusal after a student studied part-time in a non-final semester, confirming only the…
Canada Immigration Backlog Surges by 57,150, IRCC Update Shows
In August 2025 IRCC backlog rose by 57,150 to 958,850, the third consecutive monthly increase. Temporary streams—TRVs and…
Canadian Chamber Warns Immigration System Is Facing a Crisis in 2025
Canada’s Chamber of Commerce warns of a 2025 immigration crisis as the 2025–2027 plan cuts permanent and temporary…
Canada Sees Sharp Early 2025 Drop in Asylum Claims Amid July Surge
Canada saw a 34% drop in early-2025 asylum claims due to tighter controls, but a July surge to…
Canada Now Tops International Student Interest, Surpasses U.S. in 2025
Canada leads global student interest in 2025, with 94% expressing interest despite a federal cap lowering 2025 study…
Canada Sees Opportunity as Trump’s $100K Visa Fee Redirects Talent
A new $100,000 H-1B fee for new U.S. filings in 2026 may redirect tech talent to Canada. Canada…
PEI PNP Draw: 129 Skilled Workers and International Graduates
On September 19, 2025, PEI issued 129 PNP invitations under the Labour Impact Category for employer‑backed Skilled Worker,…
Canada 2025 for Ukrainians: visas, open work permits, citizenship
Canada closed new CUAET entries on December 31, 2024, but lets Ukrainians who arrived by March 31, 2024…
Canada’s immigration cuts risk stalling growth amid expert warnings
Canada will cut immigration targets in 2025–2026, reducing 2025 admissions to 395,000 from 500,000. Experts warn of a…