New data from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) show that India led refugee claims in Canada during the first half of 2025, with 9,770 applications. Mexico ranked second with 7,410 claims, followed by Haiti with 6,320. Refugee Claims by

On September 3, 2025, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) held new draws for candidates in Canada. The draws targeted the Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker (EJO FW) and International Student (EJO IS) streams. Ontario issued 1,134 invitations to apply

On September 3, 2025, Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) released updated processing times for Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) applications across all streams. Based on data from all Canadian processing centres, the average LMIA processing times have seen slight

On September 2, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted Express Entry draw #363, targeting candidates in the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). The Government of Canada issued 249 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to PNP candidates. This round set a

On August 29, 2025, the province of Newfoundland and Labrador conducted its eighth immigration draw of the year through the Enhanced Expression of Interest (EOI) system, inviting a total of 202 candidates. Since February 19, 2025, all applicants under the

Ontario paralegals must complete 12 hours of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) each year to stay compliant with the Law Society of Ontario (LSO). Within those hours, there’s one requirement that often raises the most questions: At least 1 hour must

For many permanent residents, renewing a PR card is not just an administrative step — it’s a critical moment that can determine whether they retain their status in Canada. As practitioners, we play an essential role in guiding clients through

When employers face inspections or tribunal complaints, the outcome often depends on how effectively they can demonstrate compliance and workplace protections. One recent scenario illustrates how the right policies and strategies can make all the difference. The Scenario A multinational

On August 19, 2025, British Columbia held a new draw through the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP), targeting business immigration candidates. The province issued 11 invitations under the Entrepreneur Immigration – Base Category, designed for experienced business owners and

IRCC Holds New Express Entry Draw for Healthcare Workers – August 19, 2025 Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted its fourth occupation-specific Express Entry healthcare draw of 2025 on August 19, targeting skilled healthcare professionals and social services workers