The latest regulatory forward plan introduces sweeping changes to temporary resident authorizations, most notably proposing the complete elimination of separate co-op work permits for international students. Additional key amendments include formalizing maintained status for Post Graduation Work Permit applicants, expanding
The latest forward regulatory framework introduces sweeping integrity mandates for temporary workers, highlighted by new language proficiency requirements for specific International Mobility Program streams. Additionally, the government is making permanent the ability for temporary workers to change employers without waiting
Effective March 23, 2026, spouses of temporary foreign workers employed on Significant Investment Projects in British Columbia are eligible for open work permits regardless of the principal worker’s skill level. This major policy update exempts applicants from standard validity rules
Starting March 31, 2026, new flexibility in income calculations will make the Super Visa program more accessible for parents and grandparents. The updated policy allows Canadian hosts to use their income from either of the past two taxation years and
Federal authorities have announced time-limited updates to the Temporary Foreign Worker program, allowing eligible rural employers to temporarily increase their low-wage foreign workforce cap from 10% to 15%. Initiated to combat persistent regional labour shortages, these measures require strict compliance
Federal authorities have introduced new temporary immigration measures granting eligible skilled workers a 12-month work permit extension and allowing rural employers to increase their hiring of low-wage temporary foreign workers up to 15%, aligning with the national goal of stabilizing
As part of an ongoing effort to maintain sustainable population growth and optimize resource allocation, Canada is introducing specific duration limits on federally funded settlement services for economic immigrants. Starting in April 2026, the period these immigrants can access vital
A revised temporary public policy effective March 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027 supports eligible Iranian nationals in Canada by facilitating in Canada work permit renewals for permits issued on or before February 28, 2025, while maintaining other admissibility and
Passport and travel document fees will increase on March 31, 2026, with the most common adult and child passports seeing small inflation-linked adjustments. A new service guarantee also begins April 1, 2026, promising complete applications will be processed within 30
Quebec has increased the 2026 Contrat d autonomie financiere thresholds by around 2 percent compared to 2025, raising the minimum funds needed for many immigration applicants and their families. The updated grid affects single applicants, couples and households with children,
New measures announced December 19, 2025 will end intake for the optional Start-Up Visa work permit, prioritize permanent residence processing for certain in country SUV work permit holders, and stop new SUV permanent residence applications after December 31, 2025 at
The Government of Canada is launching a major inspection blitz in the trucking sector to combat illegal worker misclassification in Ontario. The move aims to enforce federal labour standards, ensure truck drivers are treated as employees when appropriate, and crack
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 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
