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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 […]

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 […]

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 […]