Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducted another major selection round under the Express Entry system. In latest Express Entry Draw #365 draw, 4,500 candidates with French-language proficiency received invitations to apply (ITAs) for permanent residence. The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required was 446, and only candidates who submitted their profile before...
The Express Entry system continues to be one of the most important immigration pathways to Canada. With recent shifts in global travel and immigration trends, many skilled workers are turning their focus north, especially as the United States experiences a decline in international travel and less welcoming immigration policies. Canada, on the other hand, remains...
The Yukon Nominee Program (YNP) has received an increase in allocations for 2025, with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) granting an additional 67 nominations. This raises the total allocation to 282 nominees for the year, giving the territory greater capacity to address labour shortages and attract skilled talent. Earlier this year, Yukon faced a...
When Canada’s immigration data for 2025 was finally released months later than usual, it sparked debate across the country. Observers accused the government of delaying the figures to avoid tough questions as the numbers declined across many categories. Despite the controversy, the update provides a valuable look at where Canadian immigration is headed this year...
Canada is a country known for welcoming those in need, but when the hotel bill for housing asylum seekers hits $1.1 billion, many are now asking: Is this still a solution, or just another problem? Since 2017, as the number of asylum seekers entering the country has surged, the government has turned to hotels as...
If you’ve been waiting to reunite with your loved ones in Canada, the 2025 Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) could be your opportunity. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has confirmed it will accept up to 10,000 complete sponsorship applications starting July 28, 2025. This annual program allows Canadian citizens and permanent residents to bring...
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...
After months of steady decline, Canada’s immigration backlog has grown once more. According to the latest figures, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) recorded 802,000 backlogged applications as of May 31, 2025—a sharp 5.5% rise from April’s 760,200. This marks the first increase in seven months, hinting at renewed processing pressures within the system. With...
Over the past few decades, more people than ever have chosen Canada as their new home. But surprisingly, citizenship rates in Canada have been declining, especially among those who arrived in recent years. According to a joint study by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) and Statistics Canada, only 45.7% of immigrants who landed five...
