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...
Canada’s Express Entry system reflects the country’s steady push to welcome skilled immigrants aligned with provincial labour demands. On June 23, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held the latest Express Entry draw #352, inviting 503 Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates to apply for permanent residence. This draw follows the recent trend of PNP-targeted...
Canada’s Express Entry system continues to evolve — and for skilled professionals in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, the rules just changed. In February 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) made major updates to the STEM category in Express Entry, removing 19 occupations and adding six new ones. For many professionals, this reshuffle has...
Canada has long been one of the most popular destinations for students, skilled workers, and tourists. But in a surprising turn, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has rejected more than 2.36 million temporary visa applications in 2024 alone. This move is part of a broader strategy by the federal government to manage population growth...
Canadian immigration continues to evolve—and that includes how new citizens are officially welcomed into the country. According to recent data from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), virtual citizenship ceremonies still account for the majority of events, even as in-person gatherings begin to make a steady comeback in 2024. Between January and September 2023, IRCC...
The Canadian government has made a significant change to its Express Entry system, impacting thousands of immigration hopefuls. As of March 25, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has eliminated the additional Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points previously awarded for job offers. This decision affects all future and current candidates in the Express Entry...
Canada continues to welcome young foreign talent through the International Experience Canada (IEC) Program, offering exciting work opportunities for global applicants. Between February 24 and March 24, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 4,983 Invitations to apply (ITAs) for an IEC open work permit. With over 45,779 candidates in the pool as of March...
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued 7,500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in the latest Express Entry draw #341, making it the largest of the year. Held on March 21, 2025, this draw specifically targeted Francophone candidates with a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 379 or higher. Notably, this marks the lowest CRS...
Francophone immigration is essential to Canada’s economic growth and cultural diversity. To support these communities, the Government of Canada has announced an investment of over $9.3 million in 12 new projects aimed at fostering the development and expansion of Francophone minority communities outside Quebec. Strengthening Francophone Immigration Through Key Investments On International Francophonie Day, Rachel...
