Canada’s healthcare system is experiencing an alarming crisis, with a severe shortage of medical professionals contributing to dangerously long patient wait times. Since 2018, over 74,000 Canadians have died while on healthcare waitlists, highlighting the urgent need for systemic changes. With 143,695 healthcare job vacancies across the country, experts argue that Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship...
Canada has long been recognized for its welcoming immigration policies. However, an emerging challenge may soon reshape the country’s approach—climate change. With increasing environmental disasters such as floods, droughts, and rising sea levels, Canada may need to reconsider its deportation policies. A recent internal document from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) highlights the potential...
New Brunswick has released critical updates regarding the processing of applications under the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP). The province has confirmed upcoming scheduled draws, changes in eligibility requirements, and technical improvements for its Immigration New Brunswick (INB) portal. These updates aim to streamline the application process for prospective immigrants. INB Portal Faces High...
Canada has announced the launch date for its new Home Care Worker Immigration Pilots, opening on March 31, 2025. These new programs will replace the previous caregiver immigration pathways, providing eligible workers with a direct route to permanent residence (PR) upon arrival. This initiative aims to support the growing demand for skilled home care professionals...
The International Experience Canada (IEC) Working Holiday program is a popular route for young individuals seeking work opportunities in Canada. However, recent updates from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) suggest that the chances of receiving an invitation in the upcoming draw are now very low for all countries. With the program nearing its annual...
Canada’s labour market is set to undergo a significant transformation between 2024 and 2033. With an estimated 8.1 million job openings expected during this period, industries across the country will experience a growing demand for skilled workers. These projections come as part of the COPS (Canadian Occupational Projection System) report, which assesses future labour supply...
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has made significant strides in managing immigration application inventories and reducing backlogs. As of January 31, 2025, there were approximately 2,076,600 applications across permanent residence, temporary residence, and citizenship programs. While 57% of these applications are processed within service standards, efforts continue to meet the goal of processing 80%...
Starting April 1, 2025, Prince Edward Island (PEI) will implement the first phase of the Temporary Foreign Workers Protection Act, aiming to improve safeguards for temporary foreign workers. This move is expected to enhance workplace rights, ensure ethical recruitment, and provide greater security for workers contributing to PEI’s economy. Key Changes Under the New Act...
Canada continues to welcome young foreign workers through the International Experience Canada (IEC) program, with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducting several draws between February 10 and February 23, 2025. During this period, 6,414 candidates received Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for an IEC open work permit. As of February 21, a total of 25,535...
