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Ontario launches new pilot pathway to Canadian permanent residence

The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has announced the opening of a new regional economic immigration pilot: the Regional Economic Development through Immigration (REDI) pilot program. This new pilot program will run from January 2 to December 31, 2025. The REDI

What is Pierre Poilievre’s stance on immigration?

Pierre Poilievre has voiced major criticisms of the current government’s immigration policies, suggesting that he might table major reforms if he were to become the next prime minister of Canada. With Justin Trudeau having announced his resignation on January 6, Poilievre

Re-opening of Northwest Territories Nominee Program postponed

The government of the Northwest Territories has announced that it will not be re-opening the Northwest Territory Nominee Program (NTNP) on January 16, 2025, as had been planned. Prior to this announcement, the NTNP had been set to open on January

New rules for transferring schools as an international student in Canada

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has instituted new rules for international students transferring schools. Now, depending on your situation, you may require a new study permit to transfer schools. This article will cover important information and steps for international students

Marc Miller announces further measures to enhance border security

In a press conference today, Canadian Minister of Immigration Marc Miller alongside Minister of Public Safety David McGuinty announced further measures aimed at enhancing border security and integrity. Minister Miller provided information on the effects of new visitor visa policies, and

Can I Still Receive a Credential Evaluation if I Already Live in Canada?

The short answer is yes! It is never too late to obtain a credential evaluation, and doing so can unlock opportunities for your career, education, licensing, and immigration journey in Canada. Whether you are a newcomer or have been in Canada

IRCC to implement restrictions on family Open Work Permits in January 2025

The government of Canada is now implementing greater restrictions on work permits for family members of international students and foreign workers, after having first announced these changes in September of 2024. Effective January 21, 2025, family open work permits (OWPs) for

How workers on closed work permits can change employers while awaiting a decision on a new work permit

Currently, it’s possible for temporary foreign workers on closed work permits to start a new job before being issued a new work permit, due to a temporary public policy introduced during the Covid-19 era. Prior to the introduction of this temporary

Manitoba and Alberta issues invitations to apply for provincial nomination

In the first Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw of the year, Manitoba issued more letters of advice to apply to candidates under the Skilled Worker Overseas and Skilled Worker in Manitoba streams. In addition, Alberta has updated its provincial nominations for

Canadian passport ranks among best in world in 2025

The Canadian password was listed in the seventh position in a new global ranking of most powerful passports in the world in 2025. The ranking was done by global consultancy, Henley & Partners, and is based on the number of destinations

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