Prime Minister Mark Carney has signalled that Canada could eventually move toward a controlled increase in population growth, marking a potentially important shift after several years of tighter immigration policies. The comments come shortly before the federal government is expected to release its next multi-year Immigration Levels Plan. However, applicants should be careful about what...
Canada has introduced a temporary change affecting eligibility for a Pre-Removal Risk Assessment (PRRA) for certain nationals and former residents of Israel and Palestine. The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) update allows eligible individuals who received certain final negative decisions during a specified period to apply for a PRRA without waiting for the usual...
Canada is investing approximately $1.2 million in new projects designed to attract and retain Francophone and bilingual newcomers in Newfoundland and Labrador, Saskatchewan and Northern Ontario. Announced by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) on September 29, 2026, the funding is being provided through the Francophone Immigration Support Program (FISP). The projects offer an important...
Internal government records have revealed serious fraud, security failures, and technical vulnerabilities at several Canadian visa application centres (VACs) overseas. The centres are operated by federal contractor VFS Global. The findings obtained by CBC News through an Access to Information request raise pressing questions about oversight, applicant safety, and the value of hundreds of millions...
Newfoundland and Labrador is continuing to strengthen its immigration system with another major selection round under its new Expression of Interest model. The latest Newfoundland PNP draw issued 186 invitations on May 11, 2026. Of these, 168 invitations were issued through the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program, while 18 were issued through the Atlantic...
Canada has finally released long-awaited details around its in-Canada transition plan, and the latest TR to PR pathway update 2026 is creating both clarity and confusion among temporary residents. While many were expecting a brand new application stream, the official announcement confirms something very different. The updated Canada TR to PR pathway is not a...
Canada is once again reshaping its immigration strategy, and the latest update on the Canada TR to PR pathway has captured attention across the country. With millions of temporary residents already living, working, and contributing to the economy, this pathway is expected to play a major role in shaping the future of permanent residency. For...
Ontario has launched the Ontario Francophone Community Grants Program 2026-2027, offering financial support to organizations and businesses working to strengthen French-language services and cultural initiatives across the province. The program was announced on March 12 by Minister of Francophone Affairs Caroline Mulroney. Eligible applicants can apply for grants of up to $50,000 through two funding...
Prince Edward Island experienced an exceptional year for tourism in 2025, welcoming 1.87 million visitors, marking a 10 percent increase compared with the previous year. The province also recorded strong growth in visitor spending, highlighting its growing popularity as one of Canada’s most attractive travel destinations. According to provincial officials, visitor spending increased 12.4 percent,...
