If you’ve been keeping an eye on Canadian immigration pathways, you’ve likely noticed a big shift happening across the country. Several provinces are moving away from direct application systems under their Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) and embracing a new approach: the Expression of Interest (EOI) system. But what does that mean for prospective immigrants? Whether...
The province of Saskatchewan is turning heads with a fresh and bold campaign aimed squarely at U.S.-trained doctors. With growing demand in its healthcare system and the political uncertainty brewing south of the border, Saskatchewan is offering a calm, stable, and rewarding alternative for American physicians ready to make a change. From digital ads to...
If you’re planning to apply for Canadian citizenship this year, there’s an important update that could impact your application cost. As of March 31, 2025, Canada has officially raised the right of citizenship fee from $100 to $119.75 for adult applicants. While this might not seem like a huge change, it’s essential for applicants to...
Canada’s Atlantic province of New Brunswick is again drawing attention for its smart, labour-driven immigration moves. In April 2025, the province conducted two major invitation rounds under the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP), selecting candidates from sectors vital to its economy—including healthcare, education, skilled trades, and technology. The total number of invitations issued across...
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...
Canadian immigration just got a boost in Newfoundland and Labrador. In its first round under a new selection model, the province issued 256 economic immigration invitations, marking a major step toward addressing local labor shortages. Of these, 206 were through the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP), and 50 through the Atlantic Immigration Program...
In a decisive move to uphold the integrity of Canada’s immigration system, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has concluded a major investigation into unauthorized employment and worker mistreatment in Winnipeg. On April 2, 2025, Gurwinder Singh Ahluwalia pleaded guilty to violating Section 124 of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA). He was sentenced...
Canada’s provincial immigration applicants are raising serious concerns over growing delays in permanent residence (PR) processing. For thousands of newcomers nominated by provinces to fill vital roles across regional economies, the wait time has stretched beyond what many expected — leaving careers, families, and futures on hold. This spike in delays is closely tied to...
The Ontario government has rolled out an $11 billion economic support package aimed at keeping businesses afloat and workers employed amid growing global uncertainty. While this is great news for local businesses, it’s also an important signal to foreign workers and employers relying on low-wage LMIA processing. With U.S. tariffs creating ripples in the economy...
