The provincial Government of Quebec has finally unveiled regulations requiring temporary foreign workers to demonstrate Level 4 French language proficiency, effective in 2028. The long-awaited regulation, announced by Minister Jean-Francois Roberge, excludes primary agriculture sector workers and includes a three-year transition period aligned with work permit durations. While officials acknowledge potential impacts on Quebec’s business […]
On June 6, 2025, the Government of Ontario issued 72 targeted Invitations to Apply (ITAs) through the OINP to candidates in the Expression of Interest pool, aiming to correct a system error. The invitations were sent under the Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker, International Student, and In-Demand Skills streams to individuals with job offers in […]
On June 2, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held a new Express Entry draw #348. The Government of Canada issued 277 Invitations to Apply (ITA) for the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates in this draw. This round’s cut-off score was 726 points, 20 points more than the previous PNP-targeted draw. The tie-breaking rule […]
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced significant modifications to the International Mobility Program (IMP), specifically targeting business owners seeking temporary residence in Canada. The comprehensive update introduces stricter eligibility requirements, including proof of sufficient business funds, and mandates that applicants must control at least 51% of their business. Notable changes include an 18-month […]
Saskatchewan’s Immigration Minister Jim Reiter has announced plans to negotiate a two-year work permit extension for skilled immigrants, following Manitoba’s successful model. This initiative comes in response to the federal government’s decision to reduce the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) quota by 50%, limiting it to 3,600 nominations. The proposed extension aims to provide stability […]
The Northern Ontario city of Sault Ste. Marie has released its selection of 16 designated employers for the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP), marking a significant step in the region’s immigration strategy. The program, allocating three hundred permanent residency spots for 2025, enables foreign nationals to pursue Canadian permanent residency through job offers from approved […]
Over the past month, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held new draws in the International Experience Canada (IEC) pools. From March 25 to May 2, Canada invited 20,617 young foreigners to apply for an IEC open work permit. As of May 2, 26,071 candidates were registered in the pool and waiting for the invitation. […]
North Bay has unveiled its strategic sectors and occupations under the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP), a pathway to permanent residence for skilled workers in rural Canada. The city, which covers the Nipissing and Parry Sound districts, along with the Town of Latchford, will focus on five key sectors: business and finance, health, education and […]
Nova Scotia’s Immigration and Population Growth Branch is modernizing its Atlantic Immigration Program with a new online endorsement application system, effective May 1, 2025. The enhanced platform promises a more streamlined and user-friendly experience, with mobile accessibility and improved error prevention features. A key upgrade allows Authorized Signing Officers to delegate permissions to organizational and […]
International Experience Canada (IEC) has implemented a new policy amendment. Until December 1, 2025, IEC applicants who have obtained a Letter of Introduction can submit their work permit application for the IEC program by mail to a Canadian address. Although this in-country processing option enhances accessibility, the anticipated processing duration of up to six weeks […]
