Canada’s immigration processing system is under renewed pressure as application volumes rise while staffing levels shrink. New data shows that immigration applications climbed to more than 2.1 million, while backlogged cases exceeding service standards rose by 12.7 percent in the past year. The situation may worsen further, with 300 additional federal immigration jobs scheduled for...
Canada’s immigration system may soon undergo a major operational shift. Immigration Minister Lena Diab has confirmed that Ottawa is working toward implementing digital tools to track when temporary residents leave the country, as nearly 1.9 million temporary visas are set to expire in 2026. This proposal comes amid rising public scrutiny of temporary resident compliance...
Every February, Black History Month in Alberta serves as a moment to reflect, learn, and acknowledge the lasting influence of Black communities across the province. It is a time to recognize stories that shaped Alberta’s past while also celebrating present day leadership, creativity, and contribution. Alberta’s growth as a province has always been linked to...
Canada’s immigration health coverage system is seeing an important update. As part of Budget 2025 measures, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada has announced Changes to the Interim Federal Health Program that will affect how eligible beneficiaries pay for certain supplemental health products and services. The Interim Federal Health Program plays a key role in supporting...
Canada’s demographic future is entering a new phase. On January 27, 2026, Statistics Canada released updated Statistics Canada population projections that outline how the country’s population may evolve from 2025 through 2075. These projections provide a detailed view of potential growth paths based on different assumptions around fertility, mortality, immigration, and interprovincial migration. Under the...
Quebec’s immigration framework has entered a new phase following the provincial government’s decision to reject Montreal’s request for flexibility after the abolition of the Quebec Experience Program. The move confirms that temporary residents who did not submit applications before the program’s cancellation will no longer have access to this pathway, regardless of how established they...
New Brunswick has taken a significant step toward building a more inclusive and equitable society with the establishment of a dedicated anti-racism office, announced on January 16, 2026. The initiative forms part of the provincial government’s formal response to the Commissioner on Systemic Racism’s final report, which outlined widespread structural barriers affecting racialized and Indigenous...
In 2025, CBSA border security Canada operations resulted in major enforcement outcomes. Officers intercepted large volumes of illegal drugs, prohibited weapons, and undeclared goods, helping protect communities across the country. CBSA seized over 83,000 kilograms of illegal drugs, a significant increase compared to the previous year. This included narcotics, opioids, methamphetamine, and cannabis. These efforts...
Immigration enforcement developments in the United States are beginning to echo across the Canadian border. At ImmigCanada, we are seeing increased attention on Canada’s asylum system as uncertainty grows for migrants and refugees living in the U.S. Legal professionals on both sides of the border report a steady rise in inquiries from individuals seeking information...
