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Ottawa invited over 3,500 candidates under the International Experience Canada program
Over the past month, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held new draws in the International Experience Canada (IEC)...
Sep 12
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IRCC updated processing times for September 2025
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has released its latest processing times data as of September 10, 2025, revealing...
Sep 12
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International arrivals to Canada dropped 14.9% in August 2025, marking the seventh consecutive month of decline
The preliminary data for August 2025 indicates a significant 14.9% year-over-year decrease in international arrivals to Canada,...
Sep 12
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Study reveals optimism and belonging are key to immigrant retention in Canada
New research by the Institute for Canadian Citizenship (ICC) identifies optimism about the future and a sense of belonging as the primary...
Sep 11
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BC PNP Skills Immigration pool reaches 10,876 registrations with limited invitations in 2025
The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) Skills Immigration registration pool has accumulated 10,876 candidates as of...
Sep 11
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IRCC modernizes DNA testing procedures: New guidelines enhance citizenship and immigration processes
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has comprehensively updated its DNA testing framework, effective September 5, 2025....
Sep 11
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Canada reports 2.36 million temporary residents: Shift towards permanent residency pathways
Canada hosts over 2.36 million temporary residents , comprising 546,562 study permit holders, 1.5 million work permit holders, and...
Sep 9
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Five Canadian provinces set to increase minimum wage rates this October
Starting October 1, 2025, workers in five Canadian provinces will benefit from minimum wage increases designed to combat inflation and...
Sep 9
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Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program enforces integrity with over $500,000 in penalties for rule violations
The Ontario Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development has imposed $509,100 in penalties against 77 legal...
Sep 8
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Manitoba launched enhanced immigration programs for employers: the Employer Direct Initiative and the Temporary Resident Retention Pilot are now available
Manitoba's Employer Services has officially reopened applications for the revamped Employer Direct Initiative (EDI) as of September 2,...
Sep 8
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Conservatives propose ending the TFWP to prioritize employment opportunities for Canadians
Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre announced plans to permanently abolish the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP), citing...
Sep 8
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Ottawa held a new Express Entry draw for Francophone candidates
On September 4, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held a new Express Entry draw for French language proficiency...
Sep 8
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Ottawa updated processing times for LMIA streams
On September 3, 2025, Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) updated  the processing times for the Labour Market Impact...
Sep 8
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Canada's immigration minister sets the record straight: Targets on track despite conservative criticism
Immigration Minister Lena Metlege Diab has refuted claims about Canada's immigration progress, citing concrete data showing reduced...
Sep 3
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The Government of Canada conducted a new PNP-targeted Express Entry draw
On September 2, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held the Express Entry draw #363. The Government of Canada...
Sep 3
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PEI strengthens healthcare system with 20 new US professionals
Prince Edward Island has successfully recruited 20 healthcare professionals from the United States since January 2025, including...
Aug 28
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IRCC’s Express Entry strategy for 2025: Key insights from ATIP notes
A recently released internal memo, shared through ATIP notes by Mandeep Lidher, offers a rare glimpse into Immigration, Refugees and...
Aug 28
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Canada's Start-Up Visa program faces record-high delays and refusals in 2025
Canada's Start-Up Visa (SUV) program is experiencing unprecedented challenges with processing times reaching 52 months and refusal rates...
Aug 28
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Yukon boosts immigration opportunities: 67 additional nominee program allocations announced for 2025
The Government of Yukon has secured 67 additional allocations for the Yukon Nominee Program (YNP) from Immigration, Refugees and...
Aug 28
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Canada's immigration measures yield 214,520 fewer arrivals, signalling progress toward sustainable population goals
Canada's immigration reform efforts are showing measurable success , with 214,520 fewer international students and temporary workers...
Aug 28
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