The Quebec Skilled Worker Selection Program invitations for 2025 mark the beginning of a new chapter in the province’s immigration strategy. On July 17, 2025, Quebec’s Ministry of Immigration, Francisation et Intégration (MIFI) invited 238 skilled professionals through its Arrima system, giving preference to French-speaking candidates with work experience and local ties. These invitations demonstrate...
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,...
Four Canadian cities have made it to the QS Best Student Cities 2026 list, reinforcing Canada’s appeal as a top destination for global education. Montreal, Toronto, Vancouver, and Ottawa all secured spots in the top 100, with Montreal leading among them at 18th place. This reflects Canada’s steady reputation for offering high-quality education, multicultural environments,...
The IRCC mandatory language testing proposal is set to change how temporary foreign workers enter Canada under the International Mobility Program (IMP). Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) plans to introduce third-party language assessments by 2027, ensuring workers possess the skills needed to integrate smoothly into the Canadian workforce and economy. This new measure reflects...
In a significant move this July, Canada conducted its Express Entry draw #357 targeting healthcare and social service professionals, offering a strong opportunity for those in high-demand medical and community service fields. This draw, held on July 22, 2025, issued 4,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) with a minimum CRS score of 475, marking a noticeable...
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...
Canada’s marine industry is getting a powerful boost. On July 18, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced new updates under the International Mobility Program (IMP) that directly affect marine transportation workers. This move brings Canada in line with international maritime standards while helping fill labour shortages and ensure stronger protections for foreign seafarers,...
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...
On July 16, 2025, IRCC released updated guidelines for the Recognized Employer Pilot, making it easier for trusted Canadian employers to hire temporary foreign workers. The program simplifies the Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) process for repeat employers with strong compliance histories and is set to run until fall 2026. With growing demand for skilled...
