International graduates of college bachelor’s programs will no longer have to meet field of study requirements to be eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP).Prior to this change, graduates from university bachelor's programs were exempt from field of study requirements,...
The Canadian government announced a series of measures to improve Social Insurance Number (SIN) services in the country.This includes the launch of SIN@Entry, a program specifically geared towards newcomers.Subscribe and get our Newcomer’s Guide to CanadaEmployment and Social Development Canada...
Canadians must continue to wait for the thrice over-due changes to Canada’s Citizenship Act.On March 13, 2025, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice extended the deadline for the federal government to amend the law concerning the first-generation limit (FGL) to...
Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITAs) to candidates in the Express Entry system.The immigration department issued 536 ITAs to candidates in a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw.See your eligibility for all Express Entry...
If you’re seeking Canadian permanent residence (PR) through Express Entry, moving back to your home country may be a helpful stepping stone on your way to PR.You can gain up to 50 Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points for the foreign...
On March 5 and 6, the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP) held its first draws of the year, inviting candidates in select in-demand occupations.These recent draws follow a period of flux for the NBPNP, as the province looked to...
A common scam to look out for, particularly as a newcomer, is fraudsters impersonating government representatives in a bid to gain access to your personal and financial information. Impersonation fraud has rapidly emerged as one of the fastest-growing forms of fraud...
Mark Carney, Canada’s new Prime Minister, has announced his cabinet in anticipation of the coming 2025 federal election, shuffling immigration ministers in the process.Canada’s new minister of immigration is Rachel Bendayan, a Member of Parliament from Outremont, Quebec. She will...
What does Marc Carney, the next Prime Minister of Canada, intend to do with Canada’s immigration system?On the one hand, Carney has emphasized the role that immigration plays in growing Canada’s economy.On the other hand, he’s criticized recent immigration policy...
Some people can now apply for discretionary grants of Canadian citizenship.Under interim measures announced today, people in the following situations can apply for a discretionary grant of citizenship:Situation 1: People born or adopted before December 19, 2023 who are subject...
