Canada’s immigration landscape is undergoing significant changes, and 2025 marks a pivotal year with new adjustments to Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) quotas. Amid growing labour shortages in key sectors and heightened demand for skilled workers, four Canadian provinces have seen their immigration quotas increase, providing a much-needed lifeline for aspiring immigrants. In this blog post,...
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 conducted Express Entry Draw #367, marking its first education category draw in over four months. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) invited 2,500 candidates, setting the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) cut-off score at 462. This is a significant development for applicants aiming to immigrate through the Express Entry system, especially since the CRS...
Immigration to Canada continues to open new doors as Newfoundland and Labrador invited 353 candidates on September 13, 2025, through its Enhanced Expression of Interest system. Of these, 218 invitations were issued under the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP), while 135 invitations went to candidates through the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP). This latest...
Immigration to Alberta is heating up again. Between September 2 and September 10, 2025, the Alberta Immigration Program held seven targeted draws, issuing a total of 1,376 invitations to candidates across multiple streams. From aviation to healthcare, agriculture to construction, Alberta is clearly setting its sights on skilled workers who can drive growth in critical...
Canada continues to attract young global talent through its International Experience Canada program. Between August 11th and September 15th, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) invited more than 3,500 candidates to apply for an IEC open work permit. This opportunity gives youth from partner countries the chance to gain valuable Canadian work experience while exploring...
The British Columbia PNP Skills Immigration pool has reached a record 10,876 candidates as of September 8, 2025, but only 94 applicants have received invitations to apply this year. This wide gap between registrations and invitations highlights both the competitiveness of the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) and the province’s careful selection strategy...
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....
Starting a new life in Canada can be both exciting and overwhelming. To make the process smoother, the provincial government has released the BC Newcomers’ Guide 2025, a comprehensive handbook designed to help immigrants settle in the province with ease. Packed with practical tools, step-by-step checklists, and up-to-date resources, this edition is tailored to meet...
