Canada’s long-standing appeal as a global destination for language learners has taken a serious hit in 2024. With over a dozen regulatory changes impacting international student policies, many language institutes are reporting job cuts, course cancellations, and shrinking enrollment numbers. The recently released Languages Canada 2024 Annual Report paints a stark picture of just how...
On July 10, 2025, Newfoundland and Labrador conducted its latest immigration draw through the Enhanced Expression of Interest (EOI) system, inviting 359 skilled candidates to apply for permanent residency. This exciting development includes 300 invitations under the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP) and 59 through the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP). These new draws...
Ontario’s Provincial Nominee Program (OINP) continues to play a vital role in Canada’s immigration strategy, even as the federal government introduces tighter provincial nomination caps. In 2024, OINP used its full 21,500 nominations, nearly half of which went to just 9 high-demand occupations. Now, in 2025, with the quota reduced to 10,750, Ontario is doubling...
Big news for families planning to reunite in Quebec: the province has officially hit its cap on certain family sponsorship applications under its immigration program. As of July 9, 2025, Quebec’s Ministry of Immigration, Francisation and Integration (MIFI) confirmed it will no longer accept new applications to sponsor spouses, common-law or conjugal partners, and dependent...
If you’re planning to move to Canada in 2025, there’s big news that could affect your decision, especially if you’re eyeing Saskatchewan as your new home. Starting October 1, 2025, the minimum wage in Saskatchewan will rise to $15.35 per hour, reflecting a growing trend in Canada toward higher wages and improved living standards. For...
Prince Edward Island has quietly become one of Canada’s strongest economic growth performers. According to the 2024 Annual Statistical Review, PEI posted the fastest GDP growth among all provinces, expanding by 3.6%. From new housing starts to record-high exports and rising labour income, this small island continues to outperform larger provinces. For immigrants and investors...
Manitoba continues to support Canada’s immigration goals by regularly inviting skilled workers, graduates, and entrepreneurs through the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP). The latest Manitoba PNP draw, held on July 10, 2025, extended 67 invitations to eligible candidates across two active streams. If you’re planning to apply through Manitoba immigration, this update is your cue...
Canada has built its international reputation on fairness, protection of human rights, and a well-structured immigration system that allows people to rebuild their lives in safety and dignity. But today, that reputation is under serious threat. The federal government’s newly proposed Bill C-2, known as the “Strong Borders Act,” is raising alarm across the country....
Canada’s immigration target of reducing the temporary resident population to 5% by 2026 is falling behind, despite new federal policies. With nearly three million temporary residents in the country as of mid-2025, experts now believe the target might not be met until 2029 or later. The Current Landscape: More Temporary Residents, Slower Decline In 2024,...
