Tag: Permanent Residence

Express Entry Next Draw Predictions
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September 2025 Express Entry Next Draw Predictions: Upcoming Draws and CRS Cutoffs

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...

Canada’s Refugee Claims
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Canada’s Refugee Claims Reach Record High in 2025: What It Means for Immigration

Canada’s refugee protection system is under more pressure than ever before. In July 2025, the country received 11,163 new refugee claims, a staggering 36.7% increase from the previous month. While officials processed 7,464 cases, the backlog of pending applications grew to 291,975, the highest in history. This surge reflects global realities such as armed conflicts,...

Temporary Foreign Workers in Healthcare
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How Temporary Foreign Workers in Healthcare Shape Canadian Immigration

Canada’s healthcare system is under constant pressure to meet growing demands, especially after the pandemic. With thousands of job vacancies in hospitals, nursing homes, and clinics, the country has increasingly turned to internationally trained professionals to fill the gaps. A new study by Statistics Canada reveals that temporary foreign workers (TFWs) are now a driving...

Provincial Nominee Program Shapes Jobs
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How the Provincial Nominee Program Shapes Jobs and Opportunities in Canada

Canada’s labour market has been evolving rapidly, and immigration plays a central role in keeping industries alive and growing. Among the many immigration pathways, the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) stands out as one of the most influential. Designed to meet the unique workforce needs of provinces and territories, the program has opened doors for thousands...

Prince Edward Island Welcomes 20 New Health Care Professionals
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Prince Edward Island Welcomes 20 New Health Care Professionals from the United States

Health care in Canada is evolving. Across provinces, leaders are finding creative ways to address the shortage of doctors, nurses, and specialists. One region making headlines is Prince Edward Island (PEI). Since January 1, 2025, PEI has welcomed 20 health care professionals from the United States, marking another step toward building a stronger health system...

Start-Up Visa Program
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Canada’s Start-Up Visa Program Faces Long Wait Times and Rising Refusals

The Start-Up Visa Program, launched in 2013, was designed to attract global entrepreneurs with innovative ideas who could create jobs and strengthen Canada’s economy. But today, the program is facing growing criticism due to extreme delays and soaring refusal rates. The Backlog: 52 Months to a Decision According to recent data, over 17,900 Start-Up Visa...

Canada Boosts Francophone Immigration
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Canada Boosts Francophone Immigration Despite Overall Reductions

While Canada is slowing down overall immigration in 2025, there’s one area receiving special attention Francophone immigration. The federal government has announced a bold plan to increase the share of French-speaking newcomers outside Quebec to 12% by 2029, tripling the previous goal of 4.4%. This move highlights Canada’s determination to support minority French-speaking communities and...