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...
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PEI Leads Canada’s Economic Growth in 2024 – A Booming Year for Population, Jobs, and Exports
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 PNP Latest Draw 2025 Issues 67 Invitations Issued in Skilled Worker and Education Streams
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...
Why Bill C-2 Raises Privacy and Civil Liberty Concerns for All Canadians
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....
Why Canada’s Immigration Target for Temporary Residents Is Slipping Further Away
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,...
How Canada’s Population Growth is Slowing and What It Means for Immigration in 2025
Canada is known for relying on immigration to support its growing economy and aging population. But recent data shows that things are changing. According to Statistics Canada, the first quarter of 2025 recorded the slowest population growth since the pandemic-era Q3 2020. This has left many wondering: Is Canada’s immigration system shifting gears? Here, we’ll...
How Canada Immigration Shaping the Future of Housing Market Trends in 2025
Canada immigration 2025 is playing a pivotal role in reshaping the country’s housing market. Newcomers are not only fueling the economy but also transforming where and how Canadians live, and the effects are being felt in cities big and small across the country. In recent years, the Canadian housing market has witnessed notable changes in...
IRCC Updated the Minimum Proof of Funds Required For Express Entry Applicants under FSW and FST Programs
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has released its annual update to the minimum proof of funds required for express entry applicants under the Federal Skilled Worker (FSW) and Federal Skilled Trades (FST) programs. These changes, effective from July 7, 2025, directly impact Express Entry 2025 candidates who must now meet revised financial thresholds to...
Canada Immigration System Must Move Beyond Numbers to Attract the Talent It Desperately Needs
Canada’s immigration system is facing a growing identity crisis. On one hand, the government says it wants to attract top global talent. On the other, it’s cutting immigration targets just when Canada needs skilled professionals the most. Daniel Bernhard, CEO of the Institute for Canadian Citizenship, believes this contradiction could prove costly. With the federal...