As 2026 approaches, Canada remains the only country among the major study destinations to enforce a strict numerical limit on international student intake. While Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States have introduced various policy measures to manage foreign enrolment, Canada has implemented actual caps—408,000 study permits for 2026, down 7% from 2025 targets. The policy responds to public concerns over housing shortages and healthcare capacity amid rising imm

Conservative Shadow Minister for Immigration Michelle Rempel Garner announced that the Conservative Party has introduced an amendment to Bill C-12 to prevent the government from using extraordinary powers to mass-extend temporary resident visas. The move comes amid growing concerns over immigration oversight, following Statistics Canada's revelation that 38 per cent of temporary residents were missed in the last census and reports indicating over a million temporary resident

Starting February 25, 2026, Canadian travellers will be required to obtain an electronic travel authorization before entering the United Kingdom. The British Government introduced this eTA requirement earlier in 2025, but allowed a grace period for adjustment. The digital permit costs approximately $30 CAD and allows multiple visits for up to 6 months within a 2-year validity period. While most applications receive approval within minutes, officials recommend allowing three

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada has announced the continuation of temporary measures for individuals affected by the Sudan conflict, extending support until October 28, 2026. Sudanese nationals in Canada — as well as eligible foreign national family members of Canadian citizens and permanent residents — may continue to extend their temporary resident status or modify the conditions of their stay without paying the applicable fees. Sudanese nationals who are read

The federal and Quebec governments have aligned their immigration policies under Prime Minister Mark Carney's leadership. After years of disagreement over reception levels and provincial concerns, both now acknowledge the system needs fixing. Ottawa admits immigration rates have outpaced Canada's capacity to integrate newcomers, while Quebec moderates its reduction plans. Despite this convergence, political tensions persist. Quebec criticizes federal delays on regional exemp

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada has revised the list of countries requiring medical examinations for temporary residence applications, effective November 3, 2025. Four countries—Argentina, Colombia, Uruguay, and Venezuela—have been added to the requirement list, while six territories —Armenia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Iraq, Latvia, Lithuania, and Taiwan —have been removed. The changes affect individuals who have resided in or travelled to these nations for six co

The Canadian Federation of Independent Business has released a comprehensive analysis addressing widespread misconceptions about the Temporary Foreign Worker Program, representing over 100,000 small and medium-sized business owners nationwide. The report systematically refutes claims that businesses are addicted to foreign workers, that TFWs displace Canadians, suppress wages, strain public services, or facilitate worker abuse. CFIB emphasizes that temporary foreign workers

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has introduced temporary special processing measures to assist those affected by the 2025 wildfire season across Canada. These provisions, in effect from July 2 to November 30, 2025, support temporary residents who need to restore or extend their status or replace key immigration documents such as visas, permits, or visitor records. For Canadian citizens and permanent residents, the measures retroactive to April 1, 2025, co

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced a significant extension to its public policy regarding open work...

Experts warn that national population growth could be three times higher than official projections due to undocumented residents who...

Canada will require a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) or an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA), depending on nationality, for...

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced significant updates to the study permit guidelines for students...

A recent Abacus Data survey reveals significant divisions among Canadians regarding the elimination of the Temporary Foreign Worker...

Canada hosts over 2.36 million temporary residents , comprising 546,562 study permit holders, 1.5 million work permit holders, and...

Immigration Minister Lena Metlege Diab has refuted claims about Canada's immigration progress, citing concrete data showing reduced...

The Federation of Chambers of Commerce of Quebec (FCCQ) is urging the provincial government to welcome at least 106,000 new immigrants...

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced significant amendments to the Home Child Care Provider and Home Support...

Starting July 29, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has implemented a significant service improvement by...

Canada faces a critical immigration policy crossroads as Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre calls for "hard caps" amid stalled...