In a press conference held yesterday, Canadian Minister of Immigration Marc Miller, alongside Minister of Public Safety David McGuinty, revealed new initiatives to enhance border security and ensure the integrity of Canada’s immigration system. Minister Miller discussed updates on visitor visa policies, actions to reduce abuse in Canada’s asylum system, and the potential...
As Canadians look ahead to 2025, managing the cost of living and planning their finances will be important for many. Several tax changes are set to take effect early in the year, which will impact how Canadians file their taxes, claim benefits, and contribute to savings. Here’s a simplified guide to what you...
IRCC provides updates on processing times for immigration and temporary visa categories on a weekly and monthly basis. If you’re considering immigrating to Canada, it’s crucial to stay informed about the most current processing times for your application. Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) regularly adjusts these timelines to reflect changes in their...
Recently, President-elect Donald Trump suggested the idea of Canada becoming the 51st state of the United States, with Elon Musk promoting the notion as well. Trump has expressed intentions to apply “economic force” against Canada, citing potential tariffs of 25% as an example. In response, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, opposition leader Pierre...
On January 8, 2025, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted its first Canadian Experience Class (CEC) Express Entry draw of the year. This draw saw 1,350 candidates invited to apply for permanent residency (PR), marking a promising start for skilled immigrants hoping to settle in Canada. The Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada...
The latest draw in the Express Entry system for the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) has seen Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issue 471 invitations to apply (ITAs). The applicants who were selected had a minimum CRS score of 793. This is the first Express Entry draw of the year and comes after...
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has officially announced his resignation as leader of the Liberal Party of Canada. However, he will remain in office as Prime Minister until a new leader is selected. This morning, Trudeau met with Governor General Mary Simon to request the prorogation of Parliament until March 24, 2025. The...
Justin Trudeau is reportedly preparing to step down as leader of the Liberal Party, amid mounting internal dissatisfaction, plummeting public approval, and rising support for Pierre Poilievre’s Conservatives. Although no official statement has been made, sources suggest Trudeau’s resignation could come as early as Monday, just before an important Liberal caucus meeting on...
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has made the decision to stop accepting new applications for the Parents and Grandparents Sponsorship Program (PGP) in 2025. This move brings significant changes to the program and introduces alternatives for those hoping to reunite with family members in Canada. No New Applications for the PGP in...
The Canadian federal government has announced a cap on the intake for permanent residence applications under the Agri-Food Pilot. Effective immediately, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will accept only up to 1,010 applications for this program in 2025. No further applications will be accepted after this cap has been reached, or after...
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