November 22, 2024
Prince Edward Island invited business candidates and skilled workers
On October 28, 2024, Prince Edward Island conducted a new invitation round in the Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP). In this draw, the province issued 89 invitations to apply to skilled workers
November 21, 2024
Canada announces substantial reduction in PNP targets for 2025
Canada’s recently announced Immigration Levels Plan reveals a significant reduction in Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) targets for 2025. The new target of 55,000 represents a 50% decrease from 2024’s 110,000 slots, raising concerns for those planning to
November 21, 2024
Quebec’s shifting stance on religious symbols sparks controversy
In a recent development that has ignited debate across Quebec, Parti Quebecois Leader Paul St-Pierre Plamondon has criticized the appearance of a hijab-wearing child in a public library advertisement. This incident marks a significant shift in Quebec’s
November 21, 2024
Canada’s immigration policy shift could lead to economic slowdown
Recent changes in Canada’s immigration policies aimed at reducing the temporary resident population could potentially result in a shrinking labour force and economic deceleration, according to economists. A Bank of Nova Scotia report suggests that Ottawa’s efforts
November 21, 2024
Express Entry immigration plan shifts focus to in-Canada applicants
Canada’s new Immigration Levels Plan for 2025-2027 reveals a significant shift in focus towards candidates already in the country. While overall economic immigration targets have decreased by 30%, the plan allocates 82,980 spots for In-Canada Express Entry
The Bank of Canada will reassess its economic growth forecasts after the federal government announced a 21% reduction in immigration targets for the following year. The central bank recently cut its policy rate by 50 basis points
November 21, 2024
How will Canada’s 2025-2027 Immigration Levels Plan shape the country’s demographics and economy?
The recently unveiled Immigration Levels Plan for 2025-2027 is set to have far-reaching effects on Canada’s demographic and economic landscape. While projections indicate a slight population decline of 0.2% in 2025 and 2026, a rebound to 0.8%
November 21, 2024
Manitoba invited candidates under three MPNP streams
On October 24, 2024, Manitoba held a new invitation round #231 in the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP). In the Skilled Worker in Manitoba stream, the MPNP invited 50 candidates with a minimum score of
November 21, 2024
Canada’s 2025-2027 Immigration Levels Plan will balance economic needs with social cohesion
Canada’s new Immigration Levels Plan for 2025-2027 aims to balance economic growth and social integration. The plan prioritizes transitioning temporary residents to permanent status, with over 40% of admissions in 2025 coming from this group. Economic class
November 21, 2024
Canada announced the 2025-2027 Immigration Levels Plan
On October 24, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) released the 2025-2027 Immigration Levels Plan, introducing a comprehensive strategy for managed migration. For the first time, this new plan includes targets for permanent and temporary residents,