IRCC reduced the immigration inventories and backlogs
On November 21, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) released updated information regarding immigration inventories and delays. The latest data indicated a total of 2,166,800 applications encompassing permanent residence, temporary residence, and citizenship approvals within all IRCC inventories. As...
The Impact of International Students on Domestic Students
From 2010 to 2019, the number of international students attending Canadian public post-secondary institutions rose from 142,200 to 388,800. Presently, there are over 800,000 international students studying at various levels across Canada. This significant increase prompted concerns about its potential...
CFP for Settlement Service Providers
On the 14th of November, 2023, Marc Miller, the Minister of Immigration, initiated a call for proposals for settlement and resettlement service providers throughout Canada, excluding Quebec. The funding, spanning five years, aims to bolster services for newcomers, with a...
Alberta Advantage Immigration Program: Latest Updates
On November 14, 2023, an update was released regarding the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) inventory. The latest information revealed that there were approximately 2,810 applications in the Alberta Opportunity Stream, 873 in the Rural Renewal Stream, and 696 across...
Immigration Levels Should Increase in the Future
Immigration plays a significant role in bolstering Canada’s population, constituting 23% of the total. It stands as the primary driver of population growth, reaching the highest levels since Confederation and surpassing other G7 nations. Canada is experiencing a gradual decline...
ON Explores OINP Eligibility for One-year College Graduates
The Ontario Government intends to modify the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) to broaden the qualification criteria for international students. The forthcoming legislation specifically targets the adjustment of requirements for individuals enrolled in one-year college graduate certificate programs, of which...
ON bans employers from asking for Canadian work experience
The Ontario government is putting forward a law that would forbid employers from mandating “Canadian work experience” in job applications. The Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training, and Skills Development in Ontario argues that this measure will help alleviate labor shortages...
Canada Updates Processing Times for LMIA
On November 7, 2023, Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) has revised the processing times for Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) submissions across different categories. The latest data from all processing offices indicates that the average time to process LMIAs...
2024-2026 Immigration Levels Plan
Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) unveiled Canada’s Immigration Plan for 2024-2026. The new strategy aims to embrace 485,000 newcomers in 2024 and 500,000 in both 2025 and 2026. As per this fresh approach, the government intends to prioritize economic...
New Measures to Boost the Immigration System
On October 31, 2023, Immigration Minister Marc Miller unveiled the document titled “An Immigration System for Canada’s Future”. This document delineates strategies to strengthen Canada’s immigration system, aiming to foster economic growth and maintain Canada’s attractiveness. Among the proposed improvements...
