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Clashes erupt as anti-immigration rally meets counter-protesters at historic Toronto park: 10 arrested
Tensions escalated at Toronto's Christie Pits Park when a "Canada First" demonstration advocating for deportations and reduced...
Sep 19, 2025


IRCC conducted the second-ever Express Entry draw for education occupations
On September 17, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held the second occupation-specific Express Entry draw for...
Sep 19, 2025


August 2025 immigration data reveals a decline in refugee claims, but the backlog continues to grow
August 2025 saw a marked decline in the number of new refugee protection claims submitted to Canada’s Refugee Protection Division (RPD),...
Sep 19, 2025


New Brunswick held new draws under the NBPNP
On September 16, 2025, New Brunswick published the results of its recent draws using an expression of interest system to streamline...
Sep 19, 2025


Canadians feel anxious but want pragmatic leadership
Abacus Data’s latest research shows that Canadians are anxious about affordability, healthcare, housing, and global uncertainty, but...
Sep 19, 2025


IRCC boosts AAIP nominations for 2025, allocating an additional 1,528 spots to support regional labour market needs
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has significantly increased the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program's (AAIP)...
Sep 19, 2025


Ottawa invited 228 candidates in the new PNP-targeted Express Entry draw
On September 15, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held the Express Entry draw #366. The Government of Canada...
Sep 19, 2025


IRCC updated Quebec study permit requirements to enhance clarity for international students
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced significant updates to the study permit guidelines for students...
Sep 15, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025
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