Saskatchewan has introduced significant changes to its Provincial Nominee Program (SINP), impacting foreign nationals seeking permanent residency. These updates include stricter eligibility criteria, nomination caps for specific industries, and the reopening of Job Approval Form (JAF) intake. The adjustments reflect the province’s focus on retaining workers in critical sectors while tightening recruitment from overseas. Resumption...
The recent surge in American citizens applying for Canadian citizenship has caught the attention of immigration experts. A growing number of individuals with Canadian ancestry are looking north for a fresh start, citing political instability and civil rights concerns in the United States. The shift has been particularly pronounced since Donald Trump’s return to the...
In 2024, Canada witnessed a sharp decline in the number of Indian students choosing to study in the country. The total enrollment dropped from 233,500 in 2023 to just 137,600 in 2024—a dramatic 41% decrease. This shift has been primarily driven by recent policy changes, including stricter visa regulations, limitations on bringing family members, and...
The Home Care Worker Immigration: Child Care Pilot has officially reached its application limit for 2025. Launched to provide a pathway to permanent residency for qualified caregivers, the program hit its cap on March 31, 2025—the same day it opened for new submissions. This development means applicants will now have to wait until next year...
In recent years, Canada has witnessed a sharp rise in migration from the United States, particularly among non-citizen US residents. Data from Statistics Canada shows that between 2010 and 2019, the number of US non-citizen residents moving to Canada increased fourfold, from 2,100 to over 9,000 per year. This trend highlights the growing appeal of...
Access to quality education is a key factor in career advancement. Recognizing this, British Columbia continues to offer tuition-free Adult Basic Education (ABE) and English Language Learning (ELL) pathway programs. These initiatives provide adults with the opportunity to enhance their academic skills, opening doors to high-priority post-secondary career programs. Major Investment to Expand Learning Opportunities...
On March 26, 2025, Alberta released an update on its Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) application inventory. The latest figures highlight the province’s strong demand for skilled workers across various sectors: Additionally, Alberta reported 51,747 expressions of interest in the selection pool across all streams, demonstrating the growing interest in the province’s immigration programs. Alberta...
Canada’s Northwest Territories (NWT) continue to attract skilled workers through the Northwest Territories Nominee Program (NTNP). The latest intake period closed on March 6, 2025, at 5 PM. Employers and applicants seeking nominations should be aware of key updates regarding application selection, employer eligibility, and processing timelines. Application Selection Process On March 11, 2025, following...
Canada’s Start-up Visa (SUV) program is evolving to better support entrepreneurs. As of October 3, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will allow eligible SUV applicants to obtain open work permits while their permanent residence applications are being processed. This change removes the previous requirement for employer-specific work permits, providing greater flexibility for entrepreneurs...
