On July 21, 2025, Express Entry Draw #356 issued 202 invitations to candidates under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), marking a notable update in Canada’s immigration landscape. With a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 788, this draw was more competitive than recent rounds and continues to reflect the evolving priorities of Immigration, Refugees...
The July 17, 2025, PEI draw invited 39 skilled workers to apply for provincial nomination, highlighting Prince Edward Island’s targeted immigration approach. This marks the province’s seventh invitation round of the year, focusing on sectors that support local economic development. So far, PEI has sent out 659 invitations to skilled workers through its PNP stream,...
Canada continues to open doors for skilled workers, and Alberta is leading the way. Between July 3 and July 16, 2025, the latest AAIP draws issued invitations to hundreds of foreign workers across various sectors. From healthcare to agriculture, law enforcement to aviation, Alberta is actively filling critical labour shortages through both Express Entry-aligned and...
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 has quietly made a powerful shift in immigration policy—and it could open the door for thousands of skilled workers waiting for their chance to settle in Quebec. If you hold a Quebec Selection Certificate (CSQ) but live outside the province or even overseas, the Quebec International Mobility Program Plus (IMP+) Open Work Permit might...
Canada labour market is back in motion. After months of stagnation, employment surged in June 2025 with a gain of 83,000 jobs, marking the first increase since January. Part-time work drove the rise, but full-time employment across provinces and key sectors also contributed to a stronger national employment rate of 60.9%. The unemployment rate also...
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...
If you’re considering Saskatchewan immigration in 2025, the latest SINP processing times might shape your journey. With the province focusing on streamlining select pathways while closing others permanently, the latest quarterly update reveals where opportunities lie—and what timelines to expect. For international workers, graduates, and employers, these changes matter now more than ever. Let’s break...
