On November 4, 2025, IRCC released fresh program delivery instructions that activate powers created on January 31, 2025. The IRCC individual cancellation guidelines allow designated officers to cancel certain issued temporary resident documents when facts warrant. The rule set applies to electronic travel authorizations (eTAs), temporary resident visas (TRVs), work permits, and study permits. It...
Author: Eivy Joy Quito
IRCC Released the 2025 Annual Report to Parliament on Immigration: What It Means for Canada’s Future
Canada’s newest report, IRCC released the 2025 Annual Report to Parliament on immigration, lays out a plan to keep growth steady while matching newcomers to real labour needs. It details admissions in 2024, sets out priorities for economic streams, and explains how Ottawa will pace temporary resident volumes so schools, housing, and services can keep...
Canada Set to Relaunch Accelerated Immigration Pathway for U.S. H-1B Visa Holders in 2025
Canada set to relaunch accelerated immigration pathway for U.S. H-1B visa holders, positions Canada to attract specialists seeking a faster, more reliable route to permanent residence. Although absent from the Immigration Levels Plan, the initiative appears in fiscal plans for 2025 and fits a broader goal: draw top talent in tech, healthcare, construction, and research....
Northwest Territory Nominee Program Reopens on November 10, Bringing New Opportunities for Skilled Workers
The Northwest Territories is known for its welcoming communities, strong workforce opportunities, and a growing economy that values skilled talent. For many newcomers who have already chosen to live and work in the North, the NWT Nominee Program continues to be an important pathway toward permanent residency. On November 10, 2025, the Northwest Territory Nominee...
Why More Indian Study Permit Applicants Are Facing Higher Scrutiny in Canada in 2025
Canada has long been a preferred study destination for students from around the world. International students bring new ideas, cultural diversity, innovation, and strong academic talent. Among them, learners from India have played a special role, especially over the past decade. In recent months, however, many people have noticed that more Indian study permit applicants...
Public Opinion on Immigration in Canada Stabilizes as Housing Concerns Ease Slightly
Canada’s immigration discussion continues to evolve, but new research suggests that attitudes toward newcomers are holding steady. According to a recent Abacus Data survey of nearly 3,000 Canadians, public opinion on immigration has remained stable following last year’s sharp rise in concern about housing and healthcare pressures. Survey Reveals a Pause in Negative Sentiment The...
Canada Considers Mass Visa Cancellation Powers to Combat Fraud from India and Bangladesh
Canada’s immigration system is known for fairness, transparency, and a clear set of rules that guide decision-making. This is why proposed new mass visa cancellation powers under federal border legislation have gained national attention. The idea that immigration authorities could pause or cancel groups of visa applications raises important questions for newcomers, applicants, and families...
Canada Updates Immigration Medical Exam Requirements for Temporary Residence Applicants
Medical checks are an important part of Canada’s immigration system. They protect public health and help ensure that newcomers entering the country are healthy and safe. In November 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada introduced changes to the list of countries that require an Immigration Medical Exam for temporary residence applications. This update has added...
How Immigration Status Will Now Influence Eligibility With New Ontario Driving Licence Rules
Ontario is preparing for a major shift in how driving licences are issued and renewed. The province has introduced a new policy direction that directly connects driver licensing procedures with immigration status and legal residency. This comes through the Fighting Delays Building Faster Act, known as Bill 60, which was introduced in late October. For...








