As U.S. immigration policies tighten under President Donald Trump, Canada is experiencing a significant surge in asylum claims, with an alarming rise in the number of individuals seeking refuge at the Saint-Bernard-de-Lacolle border crossing. According to the latest data, asylum requests at this crossing have tripled compared to last year. This increase coincides with the...
Canada’s immigration landscape continues to evolve, and the August 2025 immigration data provides a revealing snapshot of current challenges. While fewer refugee protection claims were filed compared to the previous month, the backlog of pending cases continued to expand. This dual trend highlights a pressing issue: Canada’s immigration system is receiving fewer new claims but...
The debate over Canadian immigration is intensifying, and Alberta has moved to the centre of the conversation. Premier Danielle Smith has directed the provincial Jobs Minister, Joseph Schow, to explore all legal avenues to give Alberta more influence over its immigration system. At the heart of this move is a concern: how can Alberta balance...
The 2026 World Cup in Canada is expected to attract hundreds of thousands of international fans, but entry will not be as simple as in some past tournaments. Visitors will need to secure either a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) or an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA), depending on their nationality. Canadian authorities have confirmed there will...
Alberta has taken a bold step in modernizing identity verification by introducing citizenship markers on driver’s licenses and ID cards. Starting in fall 2026, residents will be able to use a single, secure card to confirm both their identity and Canadian citizenship, reducing the need to carry multiple documents. This development not only improves convenience...
Canada has long been a top choice for immigrants, but retaining newcomers is just as important as attracting them. A new report, “Here to Stay,” from the Institute for Canadian Citizenship (ICC), reveals that optimism about the future and a sense of belonging are the strongest factors influencing immigrants’ decisions to stay in Canada permanently....
A new study from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) reveals that immigration contributed to 21% of housing price growth in municipalities with populations over 100,000 between 2006 and 2021. While newcomers bring economic benefits and strengthen Canada’s labor force, the research highlights how rising demand has intersected with deep structural issues in the housing...
Canada’s refugee claims in 2025 reveal a striking pattern, India is leading with 9,770 claims in just the first six months. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) data shows that Mexico and Haiti follow closely, while other regions continue to contribute to the rising number of asylum seekers. This influx highlights the challenges faced by...
As of mid-2025, Canada is home to 2.36 million temporary residents, including international students, foreign workers, and individuals holding both permits. While the government has taken steps to slow the inflow of new permits, many applications are still being processed, keeping numbers high for now. What stands out, however, is a clear policy shift: more...
