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...
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...
