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Sudbury Reveals Employers for Rural and Francophone Immigration Pilots

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The City of Greater Sudbury in Ontario has officially released its list of designated employers for two key permanent residence pathways: the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) and the Francophone Community Immigration Pilot (FCIP). This marks a significant step forward for skilled foreign workers aiming to settle in rural or Francophone regions of Canada. Ontario […]

Canada Updates PGWP Eligible Fields of Study

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In a major policy shift aimed at aligning international education with labour market needs, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced sweeping changes to the list of educational programs that qualify for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP). Study in Canada – Parisa Erfani Effective June 25, 2025, IRCC has added 119 new fields of […]

Canada Invites More PNP Candidates in Latest Draw

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Canada continues to advance its immigration goals with a new round of Invitations to Apply (ITAs) through the Express Entry system. On June 23, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) invited 503 candidates to apply for permanent residence under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). REFUGEE – Parisa Erfani To qualify for this draw, candidates […]

New Brunswick Sets PNP Record in June 2025

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The New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP) marked a significant milestone this month, conducting four separate draws across two immigration streams and four pathways on June 16 and 17, 2025. This has been the most active month for the NBPNP so far in 2025. New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP) – Parisa Erfani To date, […]

Skilled Workers Invited in Latest Manitoba PNP Draw

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Manitoba continues to welcome skilled foreign workers through its Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), with a recent draw targeting overseas talent. Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) – Parisa Erfani On June 12, 2025, the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) issued 36 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) under the Skilled Worker Overseas stream. This draw focused […]

Ontario Moves to Employer-Led OINP Job Offers

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Starting July 2, 2025, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) will transition to a new employer-led application process for all Employer: Job Offer streams—a move that significantly alters how foreign nationals apply for provincial nomination. Ontario PNP: Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) – Parisa Erfani What’s Changing? Ontario will launch a new online Employer Portal, […]

Easiest Jobs for Express Entry

For many foreign nationals, changing careers might be the best pathway to receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for Canadian permanent residence (PR) through Express Entry. Express Entry – Parisa Erfani If you lack a provincial nomination, do not speak French fluently, and your CRS (Comprehensive Ranking System) score is too low for the Canadian […]

Rural PR Pathway: West Kootenay’s Priority

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The West Kootenay region in British Columbia has officially released its list of priority sectors and eligible occupations under the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP)—a valuable opportunity for foreign workers seeking permanent residence (PR) in Canada through a community-driven approach. About the West Kootenay RCIP The RCIP is an employer-driven immigration program designed to support […]

IRCC Updates Maintained Status Rules for Temporary Residents

As of May 28, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has introduced important changes to how maintained status works when a temporary resident submits more than one application to extend their stay. What Changed? Previously, if a foreign national submitted a second application while already on maintained status—even after the first application was refused—their stay in Canada remained authorized while the second application was being processed. Although they were not allowed to work or study, they could legally remain in Canada. Under the new rules, if the first application is refused and the second application was submitted after the original permit expired, the applicant loses maintained status. This means the second application will be automatically refused, and the individual will be considered out of status. They must now apply for restoration of status, if eligible. If the second application is submitted before the original permit expires, the applicant may still maintain their status during processing, even if the first application is later refused. However, unlike before, this status does not guarantee the same work or study rights. Why It Matters This change limits the ability of temporary residents to remain in Canada by filing multiple applications in sequence, particularly after a refusal. It underscores the importance of timely and well-prepared initial applications—and awareness of expiration dates. Key Takeaways: A second application filed after the permit’s expiry and after a refusal will be rejected automatically. A second application filed before the permit’s expiry may maintain the applicant’s legal stay, but without guaranteed work/study rights. Applicants losing status may need to seek restoration, which comes with strict eligibility criteria and a limited timeline. IRCC also removed guidance on applying for permits at the border, likely due to increased restrictions on flagpoling. This change marks a significant shift in how IRCC handles overlapping applications and reinforces the need for careful planning when managing temporary status in Canada.

As of May 28, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has introduced important changes to how maintained status works when a temporary resident submits more than one application to extend their stay. What Changed?Previously, if a foreign national submitted a second application while already on maintained status—even after the first application was refused—their stay […]

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