A major update has been announced for Canadian immigration applicants residing in Quebec. Starting July 30, 2025, Quebec’s Ministry of Immigration, Francisation et Intégration (MIFI) will prioritize applications under the Programme régulier des travailleurs qualifiés (PRTQ), also known as the Regular Skilled Worker Program. This change applies to temporary foreign workers and international students who...
Canada’s tourism and travel numbers for May 2025 have revealed some interesting shifts, both in terms of who is arriving and who is leaving. According to the latest data, travel to Canada by U.S. and overseas residents has continued its downward trend, while Canadian residents are also traveling abroad less frequently. These numbers reflect not...
The recent headlines about a growing Canadian immigration crisis have sparked concern across the country and internationally. With nearly 500,000 undocumented residents and rising public pressure, critics have called the current system overwhelmed and flawed. However, while challenges are real, they also create space for transformation and opportunity. For prospective immigrants, students, and skilled workers,...
In a significant update from Quebec’s Ministère de l’Immigration, de la Francisation et de l’Intégration (MIFI), the province has officially closed the intake of new family sponsorship applications for parents, grandparents, and certain other relatives. This suspension will remain in place from June 26, 2024, to June 25, 2026. This move directly impacts residents of...
Canadian immigration is once again in the spotlight, as political calls for stricter controls collide with the country’s pressing economic needs. While opposition voices demand sharp caps, businesses and educational institutions are already grappling with shortages that make immigration more essential than ever. With the population nearing 41.5 million and workforce gaps growing across multiple...
If you’ve been waiting to reunite with your loved ones in Canada, the 2025 Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) could be your opportunity. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has confirmed it will accept up to 10,000 complete sponsorship applications starting July 28, 2025. This annual program allows Canadian citizens and permanent residents to bring...
Imagine heading to a routine immigration appointment and ending up in handcuffs. That’s the painful reality for several Canadian citizens currently detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). As of mid-2025, Global Affairs Canada reports that around 55 Canadians are in ICE custody. Behind these numbers lie real families caught in a tangle of...
Canada’s rental market is undergoing a quiet but significant shift. For years, rising rents and housing shortages sparked concern across major cities. But now, something unexpected is happening: advertised rents are starting to dip in some urban areas. What’s driving this change? A drop in the number of temporary residents, spurred by recent immigration policy...
Canada’s long-standing appeal as a global destination for language learners has taken a serious hit in 2024. With over a dozen regulatory changes impacting international student policies, many language institutes are reporting job cuts, course cancellations, and shrinking enrollment numbers. The recently released Languages Canada 2024 Annual Report paints a stark picture of just how...
