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IRCC invited nearly 5,000 candidates under the IEC program
Over the past month, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held new draws in the International Experience Canada (IEC) pools. From September 6 to October 10, Canada invited 4,965 young foreigners to apply for an IEC open work permit. As of October 10, 39,279 candidates were registered in the pool and awaiting invitations. Canada issued 1 ITA for Andorra, 719 ITAs for Australia, 12 ITAs for Austria, 13 ITAs for Belgium, 1 ITA for Chile, 8 ITAs for Costa Rica, 19
Oct 14
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The OINP invited 1,680 candidates under three Employer Job Offer streams
On October 9, 2025, the Government of Ontario finally held immigration draws in the Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker Stream (EJO FW), International Student Stream (EJO IS) and In-Demand Skills Stream (EJO IDS) of the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP). The province held two EJO FW draws and issued 671 invitations to apply (ITAs) in a targeted draw for health occupations and early childhood educators and assistants, and 24 ITAs for Regional Economic Development throug
Oct 13
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IRCC updates fee requirements for permanent resident travel document applications abroad
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has updated its policy guidance regarding permanent resident travel documents (PRTD) for Canadians abroad. Effective October 9, 2025, the updated instructions clarify that a $50 fee must accompany all PRTD applications under subsection 31(3) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act. The PRTD enables permanent residents without valid status documents to return to Canada after meeting residency requirements. IRCC confir
Oct 13
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Migrant worker left in limbo after paying $24k for immigration services
A migrant worker seeking to build a new life in Canada faces uncertainty after paying over $24,000 to an immigration representative for...
Oct 8
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Ottawa issues a warning to Canadian citizens with US permanent residency
Global Affairs Canada has released an updated travel advisory cautioning Canadian citizens who hold US green cards about potential...
Oct 8
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Canada strengthens the Temporary Foreign Worker Program with record penalties and application reductions
Employment and Social Development Canada reported significant changes to the Temporary Foreign Worker Program, emphasizing its role as...
Oct 8
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Proposed immigration reforms raise concerns for rural Manitoba businesses facing critical labour shortages
Rural Manitoba businesses are monitoring upcoming federal immigration policy changes with growing apprehension as they continue to...
Oct 7
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Canada extends open work permit program for temporary residents seeking permanent residency until 2026
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced a significant extension to its public policy regarding open work...
Oct 7
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IRCC invited 4,500 Francophone candidates in the new Express Entry draw
On October 6, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held a new Express Entry draw for French language proficiency...
Oct 7
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Conservative Party dominates immigration polling at 62%, widening lead over Liberals amid cost-of-living concerns
A community-led initiative in British Columbia is successfully recruiting American healthcare professionals to alleviate critical...
Oct 6
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Conservative Party dominates immigration polling at 62%, widening lead over Liberals amid cost-of-living concerns
On October 2, 2025, the Government of British Columbia held the second Skills Immigration invitation draws under the British Columbia...
Oct 6
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Canada updates the Intra-Company Transferee Program guidelines for the International Mobility Program
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has released updates to the intra-company transferee (ICT) guidelines under...
Oct 6
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British Columbia invited skilled immigrants and entrepreneurs under the BC PNP
On October 2, 2025, the Government of British Columbia held the second Skills Immigration invitation draws under the British Columbia...
Oct 6
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Saskatchewan updated the application processing times
On October 2, 2025, Saskatchewan updated the processing time of various streams of the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP)....
Oct 6
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BC PNP received 1,254 additional nominations for 2025
The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) has secured 1,254 additional nominations from federal authorities for the 2025...
Oct 6
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Visa overstay crisis: Canada's population growth significantly underestimated by official statistics
Experts warn that national population growth could be three times higher than official projections due to undocumented residents who...
Oct 6
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Filipino workers face deportation due to administrative errors in work permit renewals
Three Filipino construction workers in Dartmouth may be forced to leave Canada due to administrative errors in their work permit renewal...
Oct 6
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Ottawa invited 1,000 CEC candidates through Express Entry
On October 1, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held a new Express Entry draw for the Canadian Experience Class...
Oct 6
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US visa fee hike creates a golden opportunity for Canada to attract tech talent
The recent implementation of a US$100,000 annual fee for H-1B worker visas by the US administration presents a significant opportunity ...
Oct 1
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Canada forecasts a 30% drop in Post-Graduation Work Permits for 2025
Canada's international education sector is facing a significant transformation, as Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) approvals are...
Sep 30
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