Canadian Immigration Updates – July 2, 2025
🔷 Canada Day Message Highlights What It Means to Belong On Canada Day, Immigration Minister Lena Metlege Diab gave a heartfelt speech from Halifax. She spoke about what it truly means to be Canadian — not just having a passport, but feeling a deep connection to the country. Diab, who is herself a Lebanese Canadian, highlighted […]
Canadian Immigration News – June 25, 2025
🔷 Canada Plans to Limit the Number of Immigrants in the Future Canada is making long-term plans to manage how many immigrants come to the country. Starting in the next few years, the number of temporary residents (like visitors, international students, and temporary workers) will be limited to 5% of the total Canadian population. Also, […]
Canada Sends Out More Invitations for PR Through the PNP Route
Canada continues inviting skilled workers for permanent residency through Express Entry, and the latest draw focused on Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates. On June 23, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held another Express Entry draw and invited 503 candidates to apply for permanent residency (PR). This draw was specifically for those who had […]
Working in Canada After Graduation: Why You Should Take the CELPIP Test for PGWP
If you’ve just finished studying in Canada, you might be thinking about staying and working here. Good news! The Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) can help you do just that. But did you know that you now need to prove your English skills for this permit? One of the best ways to do that is by […]
Missed Out on CRS Points for a Job Offer? You Can Still Boost Your Score with a Language Test
Not everyone applying for Canadian permanent residency has a job offer. And that’s okay. If you’re applying through Express Entry and feel your score is too low, one of the easiest and fastest ways to increase it is by improving your language test results. Here’s how it works and why it can make a big […]
Sault Ste. Marie Now Hiring Foreign Workers for Permanent Residency Through RCIP
Sault Ste. Marie, a small city in Northern Ontario, has just released its official list of designated employers under the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP). This is great news for foreign workers who want to move to Canada and become permanent residents. If you get a valid job offer from one of these employers and […]
Federal Court Warns Permanent Residency Applicants Not to Disobey Orders Again
The Federal Court of Canada has recently sent a strong message to applicants seeking permanent residency, warning them that they must follow the court’s orders strictly. The case involves Iranian nationals who applied for Canadian permanent residency under the self-employed class and faced refusals from the visa office in Warsaw, Poland. Background of the Case […]
What Documents Do You Need to Respond to an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for Canadian Permanent Residency?
Receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for Canadian Permanent Residency (PR) through Express Entry is an exciting step in your immigration journey. However, you must be ready to submit the right documents within 60 days to avoid having your ITA expire. This guide will help you understand which documents you need and why. It’s important […]
Do You Qualify for Express Entry’s New Healthcare and Social Services Category?
Pharmacists, social workers, and dental hygienists now have a better chance to get Canadian permanent residence (PR) through Express Entry! On February 27, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced major updates to Express Entry categories. These changes include: Who Can Apply Under the New Healthcare and Social Services Category? To qualify, you need […]
Are You Eligible for Canada’s Home Care Worker Immigration Pilot?
Canada has announced full details about the Home Care Worker Immigration Pilot (HCWP), which allows foreign nationals to apply for permanent residency (PR) if they work in home care. Overview of the Home Care Worker Immigration Pilot (HCWP) The HCWP is divided into two programs: Each program has two application streams: Who Can Apply? Basic […]