Canada has always been a preferred destination for skilled workers and their families, and the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) continues to be one of the easiest pathways for permanent residence. However, the Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has recently updated its proof of funds requirements, effective July 29, 2025. This update could impact eligibility...
Author: Eivy Joy Quito
Quebec Invites Skilled Workers Through Latest Arrima Draw to Fill Key Labor Gaps in 2025
Quebec is actively building a stronger, more inclusive economy and skilled professionals like you are in demand. Through its Arrima portal, the province has once again invited qualified foreign workers who are ready to take on high-demand jobs and contribute to the local workforce. The latest Arrima draw round on July 31, 2025, proves that...
British Columbia Access Grant Driving Skilled Workforce Growth in Canada
Canada’s future economic success depends heavily on a strong, skilled workforce. Immigration policies play a significant role in filling labor shortages, but local training and education remain equally important. In British Columbia, one program is transforming how residents and future immigrants prepare for the workforce, the BC Access Grant. Now celebrating its fifth year, this...
Canadian Job Market Update: Payroll Employment Rises 0.1% in May 2025 Amid Falling Vacancies
Canadian payroll employment rises 0.1% in May 2025, reflecting modest but steady growth in key sectors despite signs of a cooling labour market. According to Statistics Canada, 15,300 jobs were added in May, with notable gains in health care, retail trade, and construction. However, job vacancies dropped to their lowest level since 2017, indicating shifting...
Alberta AAIP Draws Invited 61 Candidates in Tech and Construction Sectors
Alberta has released the results of the last Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) draws for July 2025. On July 17, 2025, the province invited 22 Alberta Express Entry Stream Accelerated Tech Pathway candidates with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 69. Another draw on July 25, 2025, focused on the construction sector under...
Canada Launches a New Work Permit Rule for Foreign Physicians in Quebec
Starting July 31, 2025, Canada is making it easier for foreign physicians in Quebec to work in underserved regions. Instead of requiring two separate work permits, eligible international doctors can now apply for a single work permit under code C10, covering both the evaluation period and full-time medical practice. This long-anticipated change reduces red tape...
Canada Increases Income Requirements for Super Visa Sponsors in 2025
Canada has just raised the bar for families applying for the Super Visa, a popular option for bringing parents and grandparents to stay long-term. The government has updated minimum income requirements for hosts, adding a new layer of eligibility to this immigration pathway. If you’re planning to sponsor a parent or grandparent through this route,...
How Highly Educated Immigrants Strengthen Quebec’s Workforce and Economy
Canadian immigration continues to transform regional economies, and nowhere is this clearer than in Quebec. A recent report by the Institut de la statistique du Québec (ISQ) shows that immigrants in Quebec are significantly more likely to hold university degrees than non-immigrants. In fact, 44% of immigrants aged 25 to 64 have a university education,...
Canada Invests $78M to Improve French Health Services in Minority Communities
Access to healthcare in one’s preferred language isn’t just a matter of convenience , it’s a matter of quality, safety, and dignity. The Government of Canada has announced a $78 million investment over five years to significantly boost French health services in minority communities across the country. Through the Official Languages Health Program (OLHP), this...