Author: Eivy Joy Quito

Processing Times for LMIA Streams
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Ottawa Updated Processing Times for LMIA Streams

Employers across Canada took notice this month after Ottawa updated processing times for LMIA streams, revealing that every major category now requires more time than before. These changes affect companies of all sizes, whether you rely on seasonal workers, tech talent, farm laborers, or permanent residence applicants. With the latest averages covering October 2025, it...

CBSA Immigration
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CBSA Immigration Investigations Strengthen Community Safety in British Columbia

Public safety remains a core priority in Canada, especially when it comes to protecting communities from violence, organized crime, and fraud. In British Columbia, the Canada Border Services Agency has taken significant steps to reinforce safety by actively supporting a coordinated task force aimed at preventing extortion and criminal threats that were impacting local businesses....

Open Work Permit Policy
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Canada Extended the Open Work Permit Policy for Provincial Nominee Program Candidates

If you work in Manitoba, Alberta, or Yukon and are waiting inside a Provincial Nominee Program expression-of-interest pool, the news that Canada extended the open work permit policy for provincial nominee program candidates brings some real breathing space. With the extension now lasting until December 31, 2025, many workers can keep earning and remain active...

Enrolment Cap for Graduate Students
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Canada Introduces New Measures with Updated Enrolment Cap for Graduate Students Exemptions

Canada’s international education policies are shifting again, and the newest update brings good news for thousands of master’s and doctoral applicants. Beginning January 1, 2026, public university students pursuing graduate studies will be exempt from the enrolment cap for graduate students, removing the need for provincial attestation letters and cutting down processing barriers. This exemption...

Alberta Holds Four AAIP Draws with Over 1,100 Invitations
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Alberta Holds Four AAIP Draws with Over 1,100 Invitations in Late October

Alberta has released fresh results from several AAIP draws conducted during the final two weeks of October, and the update shows a major rise in provincial activity. Over 1,100 candidates were invited across multiple pathways as the province responded to labour shortages in construction, law enforcement, health care, and employer-driven sectors. These AAIP draws demonstrate...

Latest MPNP Draw With 47 Invitations
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Manitoba Expands Pathways for Skilled Talent in Latest MPNP Draw With 47 Invitations

Manitoba has released fresh results from its newest MPNP draw, held on November 6, 2025, and the update offers a strong push forward for skilled workers. The province issued 47 Letters of Advice to Apply across both the Skilled Worker in Manitoba and Skilled Workers Overseas pathways. Another highlight: 10 candidates with valid Express Entry...

Canada Humanitarian Immigration Program
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Canada Humanitarian Immigration Program Continue to Support Sudanese Families Affected by Crisis

Canada has always been known for compassion, unity, and support for those facing conflict and displacement. This spirit is reflected once again through the Canada Humanitarian Immigration Program, which continues to help Sudanese families seeking safety due to the ongoing crisis in Sudan. The situation in Sudan has placed millions of lives at risk. Families...

Provincial Attestation Letter Canada System
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New Updates to the Provincial Attestation Letter Canada System for Study Permit Applicants

On November 4, 2025, Canada introduced important updates to the Provincial Attestation Letter Canada framework. This update plays a key role in the study permit process and ensures that international students are supported by provinces and territories through a coordinated and structured intake system. The goal is simple. To improve transparency, strengthen cooperation among institutions,...