Canada’s immigration landscape is constantly evolving, but recent developments in Quebec are raising eyebrows across the country. In a bold move, Quebec’s Immigration Minister Jean-François Roberge has asked the federal government to impose a strict cap on the number of non-permanent residents in the province. This request, targeting federal immigration programs, aims to address regional...
Canada’s job market in April 2025 paints a picture of subtle transition. While average weekly earnings saw a year-over-year growth of 4.43%, bringing the weekly average to $1,297, some sectors experienced notable dips in employment. This comes after a 4.06% increase recorded in March, and a month-over-month gain of 0.8%. But what’s behind the numbers?...
After months of steady decline, Canada’s immigration backlog has grown once more. According to the latest figures, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) recorded 802,000 backlogged applications as of May 31, 2025—a sharp 5.5% rise from April’s 760,200. This marks the first increase in seven months, hinting at renewed processing pressures within the system. With...
Many people believe that becoming a Canadian citizen is the key to unlocking financial stability and career growth. But recent research suggests a different story—one that focuses more on preparation, skills, and early effort than on the citizenship certificate itself. A new study, backed by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) and Statistics Canada, revealed...
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...
On June 26, 2025, the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) held its Expression of Interest (EOI) Draw #248, issuing a total of 492 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs). This draw was notably favorable to international graduates with close relatives living in Manitoba. Out of the total, 478 LAAs were issued under the International Education...
If you’ve ever dreamed of studying in Canada, now is the time to start planning. Four Canadian universities have secured spots among the world’s top 100 in the 2026 QS World University Rankings, making the country a global hub for quality education. This year’s ranking brought a notable shift—McGill University has officially moved ahead of...
Canada’s Express Entry system is picking up speed, and Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates are finally receiving long-awaited attention. In its second latest Express Entry draw #353 of the week, held on June 26, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 3,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to CEC candidates with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking...
In the world of immigration, changes are constant. But some stories continue to shine through, and British Columbia’s immigration journey in 2024 is one of them. Despite facing cuts at the federal level, the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) continues to prove that targeted regional immigration works. With the federal government reducing BC’s...
