New Rural Pathways Available in Saskatchewan; A Guide to Permanent Residency
There has been recent news from the city of Moose Jaw in Saskatchewan, revealing its set of list of priority occupations within the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) program. What is the RCIP? RCIP has been designed as a way for foreign nationals who may: Since this program is career-specific for eligibility, candidates must have a […]
Recent Express Entry Trades Draw: Which Profiles Are Receiving ITAs
After nearly a year, the first trades draw for Express Entry was held on September 18th 2025. This draw has allowed 1,250 candidates from Express Entry’s trade category to apply for their Permanent Residency (PR). The minimum CRS points were stated to be 505, which makes it higher compared to other category-based Express Entry draws. […]
How Can the Spouse of an International Student receive an Open Work Permit
In Canada, under certain conditions, the spouse or common-law partner of an international student is qualified for receiving an open work permit (OWP). Eligible students include those enrolled in: Other requirements include medical and criminal records that are satisfactory in Canada, provided by the spouses of international students. It is important to keep in mind that […]
Recent Updates to Labour Market Impact Assessments
Employers who are looking for Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIA) are now facing new advertising protocols. Starting September 2025, employers who wish to hire LMIA-based jobs are required to go through the “Direct Apply” on Canada’s National Job Bank as a part of the advertisement process to be applicable for a positive LMIA. All applications […]
Changes in Progress for the Temporary Foreign Worker Program
On September 10, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced Canada’s progression towards changing the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP). Carney has expressed the need for the TFWP “to have a focused approach that targets specific, strategic sectors, and needs in specific regions,” along with the government’s efforts into employing these factors effectively. What is the Temporary Foreign […]
Canada Conducts First Express Entry Draw Under New Immigration Leadership
The first Express Entry draw under Canada’s new Immigration Minister has officially taken place. On June 3, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 277 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in a draw targeting Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates. To qualify for this draw, applicants needed to meet the following criteria: This draw continues Canada’s […]
How IRCC Processing Times Have Shifted Over the Past Year
To help applicants stay informed, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) regularly updates its processing times to reflect how long applications are typically expected to take under normal circumstances. These updates are published either weekly or monthly, depending on the application type. Processing times can fluctuate due to a range of factors, such as the […]
IRCC streamlines work permit process for IEC participants currently in Canada
IRCC Now Allows Eligible IEC Participants to Receive Work Permits by Mail Within Canada International Experience Canada (IEC) applicants who are already in Canada may now have their work permits mailed directly to their Canadian address—if they meet certain eligibility requirements. Work in Canada – Parisa Erfani Previous Requirement to Exit and Re-enter Canada Lifted […]
Yukon Nominee Program Begins 2025 Invitations
Yukon Nominee Program Begins Issuing 2025 Invitations Amid High Demand The Yukon Nominee Program (YNP) has begun sending out invitations to apply for territorial nomination following a highly competitive 2025 intake cycle. Yukon Nominee Program (YNP) – Parisa Erfani According to a May 23 announcement, Yukon received 502 eligible submissions during its most recent intake […]
How PNP Closures in 2025 Could Benefit Skilled Workers in Canada
In 2025, several Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) streams across Canada were paused or shut down. While this might initially seem like a setback for skilled foreign workers pursuing permanent residence (PR), it could actually present new opportunities—especially for those already living and working in Canada. A Shift Toward Express Entry These closures reflect a broader […]
