Imagine heading to a routine immigration appointment and ending up in handcuffs. That’s the painful reality for several Canadian citizens currently detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). As of mid-2025, Global Affairs Canada reports that around 55 Canadians are in ICE custody. Behind these numbers lie real families caught in a tangle of...
Canada has quietly made a powerful shift in immigration policy—and it could open the door for thousands of skilled workers waiting for their chance to settle in Quebec. If you hold a Quebec Selection Certificate (CSQ) but live outside the province or even overseas, the Quebec International Mobility Program Plus (IMP+) Open Work Permit might...
Canada labour market is back in motion. After months of stagnation, employment surged in June 2025 with a gain of 83,000 jobs, marking the first increase since January. Part-time work drove the rise, but full-time employment across provinces and key sectors also contributed to a stronger national employment rate of 60.9%. The unemployment rate also...
Canada’s rental market is undergoing a quiet but significant shift. For years, rising rents and housing shortages sparked concern across major cities. But now, something unexpected is happening: advertised rents are starting to dip in some urban areas. What’s driving this change? A drop in the number of temporary residents, spurred by recent immigration policy...
If you’re considering Saskatchewan immigration in 2025, the latest SINP processing times might shape your journey. With the province focusing on streamlining select pathways while closing others permanently, the latest quarterly update reveals where opportunities lie—and what timelines to expect. For international workers, graduates, and employers, these changes matter now more than ever. Let’s break...
In a major leap for Canada’s prairie powerhouse, Saskatchewan reached a historic employment milestone in June 2025, adding 26,300 full-time jobs and achieving the province’s lowest-ever unemployment rate of just 4.9%. This boom signals more than just strong economic performance; it reflects the growing opportunities for Canadian immigration to Saskatchewan. With increasing demand in sectors...
Canada’s long-standing appeal as a global destination for language learners has taken a serious hit in 2024. With over a dozen regulatory changes impacting international student policies, many language institutes are reporting job cuts, course cancellations, and shrinking enrollment numbers. The recently released Languages Canada 2024 Annual Report paints a stark picture of just how...
On July 10, 2025, Newfoundland and Labrador conducted its latest immigration draw through the Enhanced Expression of Interest (EOI) system, inviting 359 skilled candidates to apply for permanent residency. This exciting development includes 300 invitations under the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP) and 59 through the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP). These new draws...
Ontario’s Provincial Nominee Program (OINP) continues to play a vital role in Canada’s immigration strategy, even as the federal government introduces tighter provincial nomination caps. In 2024, OINP used its full 21,500 nominations, nearly half of which went to just 9 high-demand occupations. Now, in 2025, with the quota reduced to 10,750, Ontario is doubling...
