Canada recorded another significant drop in international travel activity in December 2025, as total arrivals fell 12.7 percent year over year, marking the 11th consecutive month of decline, according to Statistics Canada. The decrease reflects ongoing changes in travel patterns, cross-border movement, and economic conditions affecting both visitors and returning residents. Preliminary data shows that...
Author: ImmigCanada Team
Ottawa Ranks 1st in North America for Quality of Life in New Global Index
Canada’s capital has officially emerged as the top-ranked city in North America for quality of life, according to a newly released 2026 Quality of Life Index. The global ranking places Ottawa ahead of major metropolitan centres such as New York, Toronto, Vancouver, and Washington, D.C., highlighting the city’s growing appeal for residents, professionals, and newcomers...
Canada Employment Report December 2025 Shows Steady Jobs Market with Rising Opportunities for Newcomers
Canada ended 2025 with a labour market that showed stability, resilience, and important signals for job seekers. The Canada employment report December 2025 revealed that overall employment remained steady while wages continued to rise and healthcare hiring gained momentum. Although unemployment increased slightly, the broader picture points to a labour market that is adjusting rather...
Refugee Protection Claims in Canada Continue to Rise as IRB Backlogs Reach New Highs
Canada has always stood as a global leader in humanitarian protection and refugee support. Yet, as new data from the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada reveals, the country is now facing an unprecedented surge in refugee protection claims, appeals, and pending cases. The growing volume is reshaping how Canada manages asylum requests and highlights...
Manitoba Sees 40% Drop in International Student Allocations as Federal Cuts Take Effect
Manitoba’s post-secondary education sector is facing growing financial strain after the federal government reduced international student allocations by 40%, cutting the province’s total from 18,591 seats in 2025 to 11,196 in 2026. The sharp reduction has already triggered falling enrolment numbers and revenue losses across universities and colleges, raising concerns about long-term sustainability and program...
Saskatchewan Adds Over 15,000 Jobs in 2025 While Posting Canada’s Lowest Unemployment Rate
Saskatchewan closed 2025 with strong labour market performance, adding 15,200 jobs over the year and recording the lowest provincial unemployment rate in Canada at 5.2%. The province was the only one nationwide to see its unemployment rate decline compared to 2024, significantly outperforming the national average of 6.8 percent. According to data released by Statistics...
OINP Self-Employed Physicians 2026 Update Expands Pathways for International Doctors in Ontario
Ontario has taken a major step to strengthen its healthcare system and support internationally trained doctors. As of January 1, 2026, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program has expanded eligibility for self-employed physicians under the Employer Job Offer Foreign Worker stream. This change directly benefits internationally educated doctors who are already contributing to Ontario’s healthcare system...
Marriage Fraud Canada 2026 Warning Signals Tighter Immigration Checks and Stronger Protection for Sponsors
Canada has always built its immigration system on fairness, trust, and family unity. However, as permanent residence targets are adjusted and scrutiny increases, the federal government has issued a clear and urgent warning regarding marriage fraud Canada 2026. Immigration officials are asking Canadians to be alert and cautious when entering into relationships that may be...
Quebec PSTQ Invitations 2026 Begin with Special Arrima Selections Outside Main Streams
Quebec has opened 2026 with a move that has caught the attention of immigration candidates across Canada. On January 8, the province issued its first invitations of the year through Arrima, but not through the usual PSTQ streams. Instead, these invitations were granted under special provisions of Quebec’s immigration regulations. This early activity sends a...








