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
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 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
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
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
