Latest VISA & Immigration News
July 13, 2022
4 tips to achieve career success as a new immigrant to Canada
Investing in your skills and knowledge can make you more competitive in the Canadian labour market.
Jan 18, 2023
Age of most recent immigrants signals hopeful future for Canada’s workforce
Most of Canada’s recent immigrants are between the ages of 25 and 54. Read more to find out why this could have a significant benefit on the national workforce across Canada.
Aug 06, 2022
Alberta and British Columbia each issue over 100 invitations to apply for provincial nomination
Alberta invites 120 Express Entry candidates and BC targets tech occupations.
May 11, 2022
Am I a Canadian citizen if my parent is a Canadian?
You are eligible for Canadian citizenship if your parent is a Canadian, but you need to apply.
Aug 10, 2022
Analysis: Factors that may affect Express Entry CRS scores
An early analysis of the first all-program Express Entry draws in 2022.
July 6, 2022
BREAKING: Express Entry: Canada invites skilled immigrants overseas for first time since 2020
Canada's Immigration Minister: “Today, I am pleased to announce that Express Entry draws have officially resumed and applications will be processed at our 6 month processing standard. I look forward to welcoming skilled workers who will are essential in addressing Canada’s labour shortages.”
2 Aug, 2022
BREAKING: PGWP holders can apply for a new open work permit
Certain expired PGWP holders will now be able to apply for a new open work permit.
Aug 24, 2022
BREAKING: Sean Fraser provides update on Canada’s immigration system
IRCC has also launched a new website to allow the public to track the immigration backlog.
Jan 8, 2023
British Columbia and Manitoba issue invitations to apply for provincial nominee programs
Two provinces issue invitations in most recent PNP draws.
Dec 5, 2022
British Columbia holds latest Provincial Nomination draws as PNPs slow
British Columbia is the only province to hold a general or targeted draw in the last week.
Jan 21, 2023
British Columbia, Alberta, Quebec and Prince Edward Island issue invitations to apply for provincial immigration
Four provinces have invited candidates in most recent provincial immigration draws.
Aug 13, 2022
British Columbia, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan issue ITAs under PNPs
All provinces issued over 100 ITAs to Express Entry candidates.
Sept 17, 2022
British Columbia, Prince Edward Island, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba invite candidates in PNP draws
The four provinces have invited candidates through a variety of programs.
Dec 10, 2022
British Columbia, Quebec, Manitoba, and Prince Edward Island issue invitations for provincial immigration
Four provinces issue ITAs in most recent draws.
July 11, 2022
Business Council of Canada says increased immigration is vital to Canada’s economy
Two thirds of Canadian businesses surveyed hire talent from abroad
July 8, 2022
Can my spouse or partner work while their sponsorship application is being processed?
Yes, but only with a work permit.
Oct 14, 2022
Canada commits to attracting and retaining more international students
The government has issued its response to the CIMM committee report on specific problems facing international students.
Aug 07, 2022
Canada continues to have very low unemployment rate
Canada's unemployment rate was at 4.9% again in July, according to Statistics Canada's Labour Force Survey.
Aug 31, 2022
Canada continues to increase ITAs in the latest Express Entry draw
IRCC invites candidates in fifth all-program draw since July
Aug 10, 2021
Canada extending India flight restrictions until September
The Canadian government is adding another month of restrictions on flights to and from India.
As part of an ongoing public health measure, the ban on direct flights between Canada and India will continue until September 21, 2021, according to a Transport Canada media release.
