The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has implemented significant regulatory changes effective July 1, 2025, designed to better respond to Ontario’s evolving labour market demands. Key modifications include a new employer-led application process through the electronic Employer Portal, potential in-person

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced plans to develop a specialized foreign labour stream targeting critical workforce gaps in Canada’s agriculture and fish processing industries. According to the department’s 2025-2026 plan, this initiative will include sector-specific work permits

Over the past month, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held new draws in the International Experience Canada (IEC) pools. From June 1 to June 30, Canada invited 7,162 young foreigners to apply for an IEC open work permit. As

The world of Canadian immigration consulting offers significant opportunities for professionals who stay up-to-date with essential knowledge and skills. For Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultants (RCICs), professional development is not just a choice—it’s a requirement. With evolving laws, policies, and client

The Canadian Government announced significant changes to the International Student Program, updating the list of eligible fields of study for post-graduation work permits (PGWP). Effective immediately, 119 new fields in healthcare, education, and trades have been added, while 178 fields

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On June 19, 2025, Prince Edward Island conducted a new invitation round in the Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP). In this draw, the province issued 51 invitations to apply to professionals working in occupations and priority sectors

On June 18, 2025, New Brunswick published the results of its recent draws using an expression of interest system to streamline immigration applications for the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP). On May 5 and June 16 and 17, 2025, the

According to Canada’s Express Entry pool data analysis for 2025, Food Service Supervisors and Cooks represent the highest number of candidates, with 13,900 and 8,970 applicants, respectively. Analysis indicates a notable presence in the technology sector, with Software Engineers comprising

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