Canada’s healthcare system is experiencing an alarming crisis, with a severe shortage of medical professionals contributing to dangerously long patient wait times. Since 2018, over 74,000 Canadians have died while on healthcare waitlists, highlighting the urgent need for systemic changes. With 143,695 healthcare job vacancies across the country, experts argue that Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship...
Canada has long been recognized for its welcoming immigration policies. However, an emerging challenge may soon reshape the country’s approach—climate change. With increasing environmental disasters such as floods, droughts, and rising sea levels, Canada may need to reconsider its deportation policies. A recent internal document from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) highlights the potential...
New Brunswick has released critical updates regarding the processing of applications under the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP). The province has confirmed upcoming scheduled draws, changes in eligibility requirements, and technical improvements for its Immigration New Brunswick (INB) portal. These updates aim to streamline the application process for prospective immigrants. INB Portal Faces High...
Canada has announced the launch date for its new Home Care Worker Immigration Pilots, opening on March 31, 2025. These new programs will replace the previous caregiver immigration pathways, providing eligible workers with a direct route to permanent residence (PR) upon arrival. This initiative aims to support the growing demand for skilled home care professionals...
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has made significant strides in managing immigration application inventories and reducing backlogs. As of January 31, 2025, there were approximately 2,076,600 applications across permanent residence, temporary residence, and citizenship programs. While 57% of these applications are processed within service standards, efforts continue to meet the goal of processing 80%...
Starting April 1, 2025, Prince Edward Island (PEI) will implement the first phase of the Temporary Foreign Workers Protection Act, aiming to improve safeguards for temporary foreign workers. This move is expected to enhance workplace rights, ensure ethical recruitment, and provide greater security for workers contributing to PEI’s economy. Key Changes Under the New Act...
Canada takes immigration fraud seriously, and the recent case of David Steven Torres Vargas is a clear example. The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has confirmed that the 30-year-old Colombian national has been sentenced to 12 months in prison for using fraudulent documents to enter Canada. This was his third conviction for immigration-related violations. The...
The government of New Brunswick is taking significant steps to address the province’s ongoing housing crisis by rolling out new initiatives aimed at increasing affordable housing options. With the federal government’s approval, New Brunswick’s proposal to remove the provincial portion of the HST on eligible multi-unit builds has been accepted, putting local developers on an...
Canada continues to build international partnerships, strengthening economic and cultural ties worldwide. A recent visit by Kazakhstan Ambassador Dauletbek Kussainov to Greater Sudbury highlights the growing collaboration between Canada and Kazakhstan, fostering opportunities for trade, investment, and innovation. Strengthening Economic and Trade Relations Kazakhstan, the largest country in Central Asia, is rich in natural resources,...
