On January 15, 2025, the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) held its first immigration draw of the year, inviting candidates through its Skilled Worker Stream.Candidates were invited if they indicated being directly invited by the MPNP as part of a...
For the first time in years, the overall number of study and work permit holders in Canada has decreased year over year, as tightening immigration regulations in the country continue to impact temporary residents.Between 2024 and 2025, Canada saw a...
As a foreign national, you could be denied entry to Canada, even if the offences on your record are misdemeanours in your jurisdiction—such as driving under the influence (DUI) charges.But with advance planning, you can take steps to overcome any...
British Columbia (BC) has held a new selection under its Entrepreneur Immigration Program, continuing the province’s focus on attracting business owners who can create jobs and grow local economies.Candidates were invited for their ability to start a new business or...
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has launched a temporary measure making it easier for Ukrainian nationals and their family members to extend their temporary resident status in Canada.. These measures apply to Ukrainian nationals and their spouses and dependent family...
Canada’s immigration department has published a document detailing significant restructuring.The latest version of the Instrument of Designation and Delegation (IDD), published on January 16, 2026, details a slew of changes authorized by immigration minister Lena Diab, effective as of December...
Although Canada closed its Start-Up Visa (SUV) Program on January 1, 2026, immigrant entrepreneurs seeking permanent residence (PR) are not out of options.While foreign nationals await the launch of the new targeted pilot intended to replace the SUV, they can...
A federal court has upheld the right for applicants to challenge the return immigration applications for incompleteness.This is a landmark ruling in Canadian law, for under Canada's current immigration system, an application being returned as incomplete is often the worst...
Henley & Partners just released their latest global passport rankings, and the Canadian passport continues to place among the top 10 most powerful passports worldwide.The Henley Passport Index listed Canada as coming in eighth out of nearly 200 passports, offering...
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will not be updating its current list of educational programs that are eligible for the post-graduation work permit (PGWP) in 2026.IRCC confirmed the freeze in a website update posted on January 15, 2026.That means...
