Big news for families planning to reunite in Quebec: the province has officially hit its cap on certain family sponsorship applications under its immigration program. As of July 9, 2025, Quebec’s Ministry of Immigration, Francisation and Integration (MIFI) confirmed it will no longer accept new applications to sponsor spouses, common-law or conjugal partners, and dependent...
If you’re planning to move to Canada in 2025, there’s big news that could affect your decision, especially if you’re eyeing Saskatchewan as your new home. Starting October 1, 2025, the minimum wage in Saskatchewan will rise to $15.35 per hour, reflecting a growing trend in Canada toward higher wages and improved living standards. For...
Prince Edward Island has quietly become one of Canada’s strongest economic growth performers. According to the 2024 Annual Statistical Review, PEI posted the fastest GDP growth among all provinces, expanding by 3.6%. From new housing starts to record-high exports and rising labour income, this small island continues to outperform larger provinces. For immigrants and investors...
Canada has built its international reputation on fairness, protection of human rights, and a well-structured immigration system that allows people to rebuild their lives in safety and dignity. But today, that reputation is under serious threat. The federal government’s newly proposed Bill C-2, known as the “Strong Borders Act,” is raising alarm across the country....
Canada’s immigration target of reducing the temporary resident population to 5% by 2026 is falling behind, despite new federal policies. With nearly three million temporary residents in the country as of mid-2025, experts now believe the target might not be met until 2029 or later. The Current Landscape: More Temporary Residents, Slower Decline In 2024,...
Canada is known for relying on immigration to support its growing economy and aging population. But recent data shows that things are changing. According to Statistics Canada, the first quarter of 2025 recorded the slowest population growth since the pandemic-era Q3 2020. This has left many wondering: Is Canada’s immigration system shifting gears? Here, we’ll...
Canada immigration 2025 is playing a pivotal role in reshaping the country’s housing market. Newcomers are not only fueling the economy but also transforming where and how Canadians live, and the effects are being felt in cities big and small across the country. In recent years, the Canadian housing market has witnessed notable changes in...
Canada’s immigration system is facing a growing identity crisis. On one hand, the government says it wants to attract top global talent. On the other, it’s cutting immigration targets just when Canada needs skilled professionals the most. Daniel Bernhard, CEO of the Institute for Canadian Citizenship, believes this contradiction could prove costly. With the federal...
In response to the worsening humanitarian crisis in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Canada has relaxed the rules around PRRA eligibility for DRC nationals. The move allows individuals who previously received a negative asylum decision to reapply for a Pre-Removal Risk Assessment (PRRA) without waiting the standard 12-month period. This change, announced by...
