Author: Eivy Joy Quito

Temporary Foreign Worker Program in Canada
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Conservatives Propose Ending the Temporary Foreign Worker Program in Canada

In a recent announcement, Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre outlined plans to permanently abolish the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) if elected. The proposal is positioned as a response to growing concerns over high youth unemployment, wage pressures, and the record number of foreign worker permits issued in Canada this year. According to recent data, 105,000...

Manitoba EOI Draw #253
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Manitoba EOI Draw #253 Invited 3,347 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs)

On September 4, 2025, Manitoba held its latest Expression of Interest (EOI) draw under the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP), issuing 3,347 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) across multiple immigration pathways. This draw continues to show Manitoba’s strong demand for skilled workers, international graduates, and community-based applicants who can contribute to the province’s growing...

Express Entry Draw #365
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Express Entry Draw #365 Targets French Speakers – 4,500 ITAs Issued by IRCC

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducted another major selection round under the Express Entry system. In latest Express Entry Draw #365 draw, 4,500 candidates with French-language proficiency received invitations to apply (ITAs) for permanent residence. The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required was 446, and only candidates who submitted their profile before...

OINP Invites 1,893 Candidates
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OINP Invites 1,893 Candidates Under Employer Job Offer Streams

On September 3, 2025, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) issued 1,893 invitations to apply (ITAs) across two Employer Job Offer streams. The draw included 1,134 candidates under the Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker Stream and 759 under the Employer Job Offer: International Student Stream. Both draws targeted candidates residing in Canada and employed in...

Updated LMIA Processing Times
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Updated LMIA Processing Times that Employers and Workers Must Know

Waiting on a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) can feel like watching paint dry—except your job offer, business, or future depends on it. LMIA processing times aren’t just numbers—they affect start dates, hiring goals, and visa timelines. Whether you’re an employer planning to hire international workers or a skilled worker hoping to land a job...

Canadian Study Permit Applications Drop
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Canadian Study Permit Applications Drop 50% in 2025: What It Means for International Students

New IRCC data shows that Canadian study permit applications fell by nearly 50% in the first half of 2025. Between January and June, just 143,485 applications were processed compared to 290,635 during the same period in 2024. With approval rates hovering around 48%, experts warn that Canada may not meet its official enrollment cap for...

Express Entry Draw
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Express Entry Draw: 249 Invitations Issued in First September 2025 Round

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) opened September with a new Express Entry Draw, issuing 249 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). To qualify, applicants needed a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 772 and must have submitted their Express Entry profile before August 28, 2025, at 7:19...

Quebec’s Drop in International Student Applications
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Canada Remains a Top Destination Despite Quebec’s Drop in International Student Applications

Canada continues to stand tall as one of the world’s most attractive destinations for higher education, welcoming thousands of international students every year. However, Quebec’s universities are currently facing a unique challenge with a noticeable decline in international student applications for 2025. While this drop reflects recent immigration adjustments, Canada as a whole remains firmly...