Canada has long been a top destination for international students seeking quality education and a better future. But a sharp rise in asylum claims among these students tells a different story. In 2024, over 20,000 students applied for asylum, almost double the number from the previous year. And the trend isn’t slowing down. In the...
On May 12, 2025, the UK government announced a wave of tough immigration reforms that promise to tighten rules across all streams—from skilled worker visas to asylum and international student programs. As UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer moves to gain stronger control over migration, Canada’s new Prime Minister Mark Carney also begins his term...
Canada Immigration Minister Lena Metlege Diab has officially taken the helm at Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), following a federal cabinet reshuffle under Prime Minister Mark Carney’s newly elected government. The announcement, made shortly after the 2025 federal election, replaces former minister Rachel Bendayan and marks a notable return to seasoned leadership in immigration....
Canada, once seen as a top-tier destination for international students, is now facing significant shifts in global demand. A new survey from NAFSA, Oxford Test of English, and Studyportals suggests a clear trend: international students are increasingly exploring destinations outside the traditional “Big Four”- the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, and Canada. Instead, countries in...
If you’re considering a move to Canada for better career prospects and quality of life, Saskatchewan should be on your radar. In April 2025, the province recorded the highest job growth in the country, adding 21,100 new jobs and boasting the lowest unemployment rate in Canada at just 4.3%. These numbers aren’t just statistics—they’re a...
Healthcare professionals in the United States now have a faster and easier path to work in British Columbia. If you’re a U.S.-trained nurse looking for meaningful work and a stable healthcare system, B.C. just made the move more attractive than ever. In 2025, the province launched a streamlined credential recognition process, slashing wait times from...
Alberta continues to make headlines in the Canadian immigration landscape. On May 9, 2025, Alberta released new updates on the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP), revealing details of six draws held between April 29 and May 8. These draws targeted priority sectors such as construction, agriculture, aviation, and healthcare, inviting a total of 295 candidates....
After a three-month pause, Express Entry CEC Draw held on May 13, 2025, held its draw #347. With only 500 ITAs issued and an unusually high CRS cutoff, this latest CEC round raises questions about what lies ahead. Is IRCC falling behind on its in-Canada permanent residence targets? Should you prepare for bigger draws or...
If you’re a Canadian over 50 who enjoys spending winters in sunny states like Florida or Arizona, there’s important news you’ll want to hear. A new bill introduced in the U.S. Congress could allow you to stay up to 240 days instead of 180 without the need for a visa. Known as the Canadian Snowbird...
