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
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 joint federal study following 2010-2020 arrivals shows that around 63 percent of economic principal applicants who intended to work as nurses were actually in nursing jobs by 2021, while about one-quarter were in lower-skilled roles or not working. At
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 2023-2024 misconduct report confirmed 62 proven cases involving harassment, privacy breaches, time theft, and ethics violations. The department applied terminations, suspensions, reprimands, training, and cost recovery to protect Canada’s immigration integrity and public trust.
Canada is set to end its first-generation limit on citizenship by descent under Bill C-3, allowing children born abroad beyond the first generation to gain citizenship if their Canadian parent demonstrates at least three years of physical presence in Canada.
A Canadian public policy continues to allow temporary foreign workers already in the country to begin new employment while their work permit applications are being processed. Aimed at reducing delays and improving labour mobility, the measure supports workers on maintained
British Columbia is transforming the rental housing system with regulation changes taking effect in 2025, including faster hearing times, more transparency in dispute resolutions, and clearer guidelines for landlords and renters. These reforms—backed by a $15.6-million investment—aim to support both
Canada has announced up to $52 million in new funding for 16 projects under the Foreign Credential Recognition Program, aimed at reducing barriers for internationally trained professionals entering healthcare and construction jobs. These initiatives include streamlined assessment systems, language training,
New research on immigrant-owned firms from 2001 to 2020 shows that businesses with immigrant majority ownership are, on average, about 9.4% less productive than those owned by Canadian-born individuals, while immigrant minority-owned firms slightly outperform them. At the same time,
