Canada immigration is once again in the spotlight — and this time, it’s New Brunswick making headlines. In a major development that promises to ease labour market pressures, the federal and provincial governments have agreed on a substantial increase in New Brunswick’s immigration allocation for 2025. The province has now been granted 4,250 permanent resident...
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OINP Employer Portal Launch: A Game-Changer for Canadian Immigration in 2025
Starting July 2, 2025, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) will shift from paper to digital with the rollout of the OINP Employer Portal. A major upgrade is designed to simplify and speed up immigration processing for both employers and applicants. This change is not just a technical update; it’s a significant step toward making...
Manitoba PNP Draw #247 Issues 36 ITAs to Skilled Workers Overseas
Canada continues to open new doors for skilled foreign professionals, and the latest Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) draw held on June 12, 2025, is proof. This draw specifically focused on Skilled Worker Overseas candidates, and it has stirred a lot of interest among those keeping a close eye on Canadian immigration updates. Let’s dive...
How U.S. Travel Bans Are Quietly Shaping Canadian Immigration Trends
Tensions over immigration in the U.S. are making headlines again, but the ripple effects are being felt far beyond American borders. Canada, often seen as a safer and more welcoming alternative, is quietly preparing for what might come next. As new U.S. travel bans target specific nations, experts predict a rise in irregular border crossings...
Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot Faces Uncertain Future in 2025
Refugees who’ve fled wars, crises, and persecution yet still hold skills the Canadian economy desperately needs may be facing yet another challenge: time. The Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot, a program meant to help displaced professionals secure work and permanent residence in Canada, is on the verge of expiring. And with silence from Ottawa, hope is...
LMIA Processing Times 2025 Updated – What Canadian Employers Must Know
If you’re an employer in Canada planning to hire foreign workers, Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) timelines can either speed up or delay your hiring strategy. As of May 2025, Service Canada has updated its LMIA processing times, and the numbers reveal both fast lanes and serious bottlenecks. In this blog, we’ll break down the...
IRCC Issues 3,000 ITAs in Latest Express Entry CEC Draw with 529 CRS Cut-Off
On June 12, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held its most recent Express Entry CEC draw, issuing 3,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to eligible candidates. The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required in this round was 529, and only those who submitted their Express Entry profile before 6:06 p.m. UTC on September...
Ontario’s $6.5M Life Sciences Investment: A Boost for Canadian Immigration
Ontario’s growing demand for skilled professionals in medical technology and biotech is opening new doors for foreign talent. With its latest $6.5 million investment in the Life Sciences Innovation Fund (LSIF), the province has given a clear signal: Canadian immigration isn’t just about filling gaps, it’s about powering the future. If you’re a newcomer with...
Quebec’s New French Requirement for Temporary Workers: What It Means for Canadian Immigration
Starting in 2028, Quebec will introduce a new regulation that could change how foreign workers and aspiring immigrants approach work opportunities in the province. This move directly impacts the landscape of Canadian immigration, especially for those targeting Quebec. If you’re planning to work or settle in Quebec, here’s what you need to know now to...