Canada has announced a new Express Entry category and 5,000 reserved PR spots for foreign-trained doctors with recent Canadian work experience or job offers. The measures aim to stabilize the healthcare system and address growing shortages, especially in underserved areas.
Ontario has announced a bold two-phase redesign of its provincial immigration program, aiming to simplify the OINP and align it more closely with labour market and demographic priorities. Phase one consolidates existing job offer streams into two tracks based on
Canada is piloting digital visas for a select group of approved Moroccan visitor visa applicants, testing faster, more secure travel documents that can reduce passport mailing times, align with global electronic systems and reshape how future visitors enter the country.
The federal government has extended the pause on new Private Sponsorship of Refugees applications from groups of five and community sponsors until December 31, 2026. Existing applications will continue to be processed under the 2026-2028 Immigration Levels Plan, while sponsors
Ontario has suspended its Express Entry: Skilled Trades Stream due to widespread concerns over misrepresentation and fraud. All outstanding applications will be returned with fees refunded. Applicants can explore other OINP streams as alternatives while the program undergoes reform. Experts
The 2025 B.C. Labour Market Outlook forecasts more than one million job openings over the next decade, with employment rising from 2.9 million to 3.3 million by 2035. Five industries will generate 58 percent of these jobs and 77 percent
The Temporary Resident Retention Pilot (TRRP) in Manitoba offers a pathway to permanent residency for select temporary foreign workers, but strict rules apply. From employer eligibility and sector restrictions to the 50% Manitoba residency rule and timing conflicts with other
New government data show a 50 percent drop in Temporary Foreign Worker Program applications, a 70 percent fall in the low wage stream, and record penalties including a 1 million dollar fine and 10 year ban. With 1,435 inspections and
A new joint study tracks 260,730 former international students who became permanent residents and compares their fields of study with their jobs. It finds strong alignment for STEM and health graduates with domestic bachelor and graduate degrees, but much weaker
Canada is planning to expand biometric requirements to include facial recognition for visa-exempt travelers applying for Electronic Travel Authorizations (eTAs), aligning with international security practices. While the change aims to enhance identity verification and prevent fraud, it could also impact
Canada’s Parents and Grandparents Program is set to reopen on July 28, 2025, with IRCC issuing up to 10,000 invitations drawn exclusively from the 2020 interest-to-sponsor pool. Those not selected can explore the Super Visa, offering stays up to 5
Canada plans to require certain International Mobility Program applicants to submit official language test scores as part of upcoming regulatory amendments. The change aims to improve workforce integration and increase the long-term success of temporary foreign workers, while helping employers
Starting September 1, 2025, international students must show proof of CAN$20,635 in living expenses for a study permit, a major increase from the previous $10,000 requirement. This change is aimed at ensuring students are financially prepared before arriving in Canada.
Ontario has implemented sweeping changes to its Provincial Nominee Program (OINP) starting July 1, 2025, introducing a new employer-led portal, in-person interviews, and increased authority to return applications. These updates enhance program integrity and prioritize job-ready applicants aligned with Ontario’s
IRCC’s forecast for the fiscal year ending March 2026 reveals a $1.49 billion drop in total expenses, with deep cuts to immigrant and refugee integration programs and a moderate increase in spending on temporary workers and international students. This realignment
