Starting September 1, 2025, IRCC is tightening its financial support rules for Canada study permit applicants. As part of an annual review that adjusts financial thresholds in line with inflation and cost of living, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced a revised minimum fund requirement. International students will now need to show they...
As Canada faces another intense wildfire season, the federal government has introduced new support measures to assist those affected both residents and foreign workers. The Canada Wildfires 2025 crisis has prompted Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to step in with practical relief. From document replacements to fee waivers, the department is providing real-time solutions...
If you’re an employer hoping to bring in global talent, understanding the current LMIA processing times is more important than ever. Updated in June 2025, the timelines vary drastically depending on the stream you apply under, with wait times ranging from just 8 business days to over 240 days. Failing to account for these timelines...
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...
