Canada’s immigration system has faced increasing pressure over long processing times. But in a lesser-known move, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has quietly started refunding a portion of immigration processing fees when it fails to meet its own service standards. Under the federal Service Fees Act, this refund policy is automatic and applies when...
Canada’s immigration system is admired worldwide, but a new wave of thinking suggests that where newcomers settle could be just as important as how many arrive. While most immigrants land in major cities like Toronto, Vancouver, or Montreal, a growing number of policymakers and economists are asking: Can we redirect immigration to support struggling towns...
The call to shut down Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) has gained traction with a new petition led by Conservative MP Jamil Jivani. His argument? The program suppresses wages and sidelines Canadian workers. While the issue is decades old, the latest wave of deregulation and rising foreign worker numbers in 2025 has reignited urgent...
If you’re a temporary resident, international graduate, or skilled worker already living in Canada, chances are you’ve felt the stress of waiting. The Express Entry Immigration System, once hailed for its speed and efficiency, has grown inconsistent. Invitations to apply for permanent residence (PR) are no longer issued on a predictable schedule. Instead, applicants face...
A groundbreaking move by McMaster University and the Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI) is helping international doctors start their medical careers in Canada faster and more effectively. The new PEI-McMaster Collaborative Hospitalist Fellowship is not just a training program; it’s a real-world solution to two major needs: giving skilled international physicians a way to...
In a significant update to Canadian immigration, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) invited 3,719 candidates on June 3, 2025, through multiple targeted draws under its Employer Job Offer (EJO) streams. These invitations spanned three categories: Foreign Worker, International Student, and In-Demand Skills. Each draw focused on addressing labor gaps across Ontario’s regions, particularly in...
The latest Express Entry draw for healthcare and social services occupations was held by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) on June 4, 2025. A total of 500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were issued to candidates who met specific eligibility criteria with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 504. This marks the second...
Starting June 1, 2025, British Columbia will officially have the highest minimum wage in Canada. The general hourly rate will rise from $17.40 to $17.85, marking a modest 2.6% increase. While this change aims to support low-income workers amid rising inflation, the conversation has quickly shifted toward a deeper issue—affordability in one of Canada’s most...
Pictou County, Nova Scotia, is stepping forward with a fresh approach to building a stronger local workforce. Through the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP), the region is opening doors for skilled newcomers to settle in rural Canada, while helping local employers address growing labour shortages. This initiative offers a permanent residency pathway and supports both...
