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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 […]

Which Ontario PNP pathways to permanent residence are open in 2025?

Ontario PNP 2025 - Latest Immigration Pathways and Eligibility Updates

If you are planning to move to Canada through the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP), you may have noticed that the number of invitations to apply (ITAs) has dropped significantly this year. In 2024, Ontario issued 14,760 invitations in just the first two months, but in 2025, only 4 invitations have been sent out so […]

New Brunswick Stops Endorsing Certain Jobs for Immigration

New Brunswick Immigration Update - AIP Job Restrictions and Alternative Pathways for 2025

The New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP) has stopped supporting certain job applications under the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP). This means that people applying for permanent residency through AIP can no longer use job offers from these occupations to qualify. Jobs No Longer Supported by AIP in New Brunswick Effective immediately, New Brunswick will not […]

New Canada Immigration Program for Home Care Workers – What You Need to Know!

A home care worker assisting an elderly person in a Canadian home setting.

A new immigration program for home care workers is coming soon, and many recruiters are already promoting it. But before you pay anyone for help, here’s what you should know! 🏡 What is this program about? This new program will allow home care workers to become permanent residents as soon as they arrive in Canada. […]

10 Harsh Truths About Express Entry, PNP & IRCC That You Need to Know!

A frustrated applicant reviewing Express Entry requirements and recent immigration rule changes.

1️⃣ Rules Can Change Anytime & Affect Your Chances IRCC often changes immigration rules without warning. For example, they removed extra points for job offers and may stop STEM draws in 2025. If the rules change, your eligibility or chances of getting selected can be affected. 2️⃣ Losing Your Job Can Cancel Your Nomination Some […]

New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP) – Employer Eligibility & Application Process

New Brunswick PNP guide explaining employer eligibility and application process for skilled workers.

Your Employer’s Eligibility Your New Brunswick employer must meet these requirements to support your application. Otherwise, your application will be refused. ImmigrationNB may contact your employer for further information. 1. Genuine and Continuous Active Operations Your employer must: 2. Genuine Employer-Employee Relationship Your employer must be directly involved in your hiring process. Placement agencies hiring […]

How a Criminal Record Affects Entry to Canada: What You Need to Know

Canada has strict entry requirements, especially when it comes to criminal records. If you have a past conviction, you may be deemed inadmissible and denied entry. However, depending on the type of offence, the time that has passed, and specific legal remedies, you may still have options to visit Canada. Understanding Criminal Inadmissibility Canada assesses […]

Important Changes for IEC Work Permit Holders in Express Entry

IEC work permit holders affected by CRS point changes in Express Entry

If you’re an International Experience Canada (IEC) work permit holder, here’s some big news: You won’t get extra CRS points for your job offer if your work permit was issued after December 18, 2024. This change mostly affects those under the Young Professionals work permit category. Let’s break it down for you: Who is affected […]

Canada’s Most Affordable Provinces with the Best Quality of Life in 2025

Most affordable provinces in Canada with cost of living details.

Thinking about moving to Canada? Good news! A new report by MovingWaldo, a moving company in Montreal, lists the top affordable provinces in Canada that offer a great quality of life. They ranked provinces based on cost of living, rental prices, housing costs, and safety. Here’s a quick summary of the top provinces and their […]