International students have long been a vital part of Canada’s academic and cultural landscape. But rising concerns around housing, campus support, and funding have pushed the federal government to rethink how many students Canada can realistically welcome each year. This summer, Immigration Minister Lena Metlege Diab is leading consultations to reassess immigration levels, with a...
Quebec just made a major change that could open new doors for skilled workers wanting to live and work in the province. On June 5, 2025, the Quebec Minister of Immigration, Jean-François Roberge, introduced a fresh immigration pathway, the Programme de sélection des travailleurs qualifiés (PSTQ). This new skilled worker program replaces the older program...
Alberta continues to support its growing economy by inviting skilled professionals through targeted immigration draws. On June 20 and June 25, 2025, the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) issued 133 invitations in two separate rounds. These draws focused on occupations in high-demand agriculture and construction with cut-off scores of 52 and 67, respectively. These recent...
Ontario has introduced key regulatory updates to its provincial immigration program, and they’re already in effect. As of July 1, 2025, the Ontario PNP Program (OINP) has implemented a series of changes aimed at boosting efficiency, improving credibility checks, and matching candidates more accurately to the province’s labour needs. From a brand-new Employer Portal to...
Canada’s agriculture and fish processing industries are in urgent need of workers. To meet this growing demand, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is developing a new immigration stream for agriculture foreign workers stream that targets these specific sectors. This move could bring much-needed relief to employers while also opening doors for international talent seeking...
Canada is once again facing hard questions about how senior members of foreign regimes—particularly Iran’s—are entering and living in the country. The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has confirmed it is actively investigating 66 individuals suspected of being senior Iranian government officials who may be in Canada unlawfully. This follows increasing pressure from citizens, legal...
Canada Day is more than fireworks and flags. In 2025, it became a meaningful moment to reflect on what it truly means to be Canadian. At the heart of this year’s celebration, Immigration Minister Lena Metlege Diab reminded the nation that Canadian identity goes far beyond paperwork. It’s about inclusion, participation, and shared values. As...
Canada continues to roll out the red carpet for international youth through its International Experience Canada (IEC) program. In June 2025 alone, 7,162 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were issued under various IEC streams, allowing thousands of young individuals to live, work, and experience the Canadian lifestyle first-hand. If you’re between 18 and 35 years old...
Canada’s immigration landscape is constantly evolving, but recent developments in Quebec are raising eyebrows across the country. In a bold move, Quebec’s Immigration Minister Jean-François Roberge has asked the federal government to impose a strict cap on the number of non-permanent residents in the province. This request, targeting federal immigration programs, aims to address regional...
