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Quebec Announces Study Permit Limits for Universities

International students applying for a Study Permit in Quebec at a university admissions office.

The Quebec government has announced a cap on the number of international students who can be admitted to its universities. These limits will be in place until February 26, 2026. Once a university reaches its maximum number of applications, it will not be able to accept more international students, unless they meet specific exemption criteria. […]

IRCC’s Immigration Backlog is Shrinking in 2025!

A visual showing the shrinking immigration backlog and progress made by IRCC in 2025.

Good news for those waiting on their immigration applications! Canada’s Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has been making progress in reducing its backlog of applications. As of January 31, 2025, the backlog has dropped below one million for the second month in a row, showing a 5.33% improvement compared to December 2024. Let’s break […]

Prince Edward Island Limits Atlantic Immigration Program to Three Sectors

PEI's Atlantic Immigration Program changes in 2025, highlighting the three eligible job sectors: healthcare, construction, and manufacturing.

Prince Edward Island (PEI) has made a big change to its Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP). From January 24, 2025, foreign workers can only apply through this program if they have jobs in healthcare, construction, or manufacturing. This means that if you work in any other sector, you will have to explore different immigration options. Why […]

New Home Care Worker Immigration Pilots: Everything You Need to Know

Home Care Worker Immigration program offering permanent residency for caregivers in Canada.

Status: Starting March 31, 2025 Home care workers play an important role in Canadian society. They help take care of children, support seniors, and assist people with disabilities to live independently. They also help more Canadians work and contribute to the economy. Canada is launching new immigration programs to make it easier for home care […]

Canada Raises Medical Excessive Demand Threshold For Immigration In 2025

Image illustrating Canada’s excessive demand policy and medical admissibility for immigration applicants.

Canada’s immigration system includes an excessive demand policy to manage healthcare and social service costs for new immigrants. This policy affects applicants for permanent and temporary residence and is based on the estimated costs of their medical conditions. Understanding this policy can help you navigate potential medical inadmissibility and prepare for a strong application. What […]

P.E.I. Introduces New Protections for Temporary Foreign Workers – What You Need to Know

Temporary foreign workers in P.E.I. benefiting from new legal protections and fair work regulations.

The government of Prince Edward Island (P.E.I.) is introducing new rules starting April 1, 2025, to better protect temporary foreign workers. These rules will make sure workers are treated fairly and that recruiters follow strict guidelines. What Are the New Protections? Under the new Temporary Foreign Worker Protection Act, the following protections will be in […]

Newfoundland and Labrador Changes How People Can Apply for Immigration

An overview of Newfoundland immigration changes in 2025, highlighting the new Expression of Interest system.

Starting February 19, 2025, Newfoundland and Labrador has changed how people can apply for immigration through its provincial programs. Now, instead of applying directly, interested candidates must first submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) online. The province will review these EOIs and invite selected candidates to apply for immigration. What This Means for You What […]

Ontario Colleges Are Cutting Programs – Here’s Why It Matters

An overview of the Northwest Territories immigration program, highlighting the new application intake process and eligibility criteria for 2025.

Colleges across Ontario are cutting programs, and many students are feeling the impact. Schools like Loyalist College have had to shut down nearly 30% of their programs due to funding issues. But what’s causing this problem? The Role of International Students in College Funding Many colleges in Ontario depend on tuition fees from international students […]

Northwest Territories Immigration Program Reopening on February 27, 2025!

An overview of the Northwest Territories immigration program, highlighting the new application intake process and eligibility criteria for 2025.

📍 Yellowknife – February 21, 2025 Great news for those looking to immigrate to the Northwest Territories (NWT)! The Northwest Territories Nominee Program (NTNP) will reopen for applications on February 27, 2025, at 9:00 AM (Mountain Time) and will close on March 6, 2025, at 5:00 PM (Mountain Time). You can apply online through the […]

Saskatchewan Stops Accepting Job Offer Applications for Immigration (Temporary Pause)

Saskatchewan immigration update – temporary pause on job-offer-based PR pathways explained.

If you were planning to apply for permanent residence (PR) in Saskatchewan through a job offer, there’s an important update you should know. Saskatchewan has temporarily stopped accepting new applications for job approval forms (JAFs), which are required for some immigration pathways. What Does This Mean? Starting February 18, 2025, foreign workers and employers can […]