Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has released new guidelines for processing study permit applications, introducing important updates aimed at simplifying requirements for international students, especially those in joint academic programs and graduate-level studies. Effective for applications submitted in 2026, students enrolled in joint programs involving […]
Canada Conducts Largest-Ever Express Entry Draw for French-Speaking Candidates
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has carried out its largest category-based Express Entry draw to date, issuing 8,500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates with French language proficiency. This significant draw, held on February 6, 2026, marks a historic milestone for the Express Entry system’s […]
Top-Tier Express Entry Candidates Drop, Opening Doors for Mid-Range Applicants
The competitive landscape of Canada’s Express Entry system is showing signs of easing, as the number of high-scoring candidates continues to fall for the second consecutive month. According to the latest data reviewed by Maple News, a total of 1,684 top-tier profiles have exited the Express Entry pool between January […]
New Tool Helps Candidates Assess Eligibility for Canada’s Priority Express Entry Categories
Canada continues to streamline immigration through category-based selections under its Express Entry system, making it easier for skilled workers and French-speaking individuals to gain permanent residency (PR). Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has prioritized certain occupations and language profiles, offering lower Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) […]
British Columbia Kicks Off 2024 with 429 Invitations Through Skills Immigration Draw
Maple News reports that on February 4, 2024, British Columbia conducted its first Skills Immigration draw of the year, issuing 429 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) through the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP). The draw focused on identifying candidates who demonstrate strong potential to contribute to the province’s economy, […]
How to Correctly Claim Foreign Work Experience in Your Express Entry Profile
Foreign work experience can significantly strengthen an Express Entry candidate’s Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score, particularly by boosting points under the skill transferability section. However, as Maple News reports, it remains one of the areas most susceptible to errors—errors that could cost you an Invitation to Apply (ITA) or even […]
Beyond the CRS Score: Key Strategies to Boost Your Express Entry Success
Many aspiring immigrants believe that securing permanent residence through Canada’s Express Entry system is solely about achieving a high Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score. While CRS points are certainly important, they are just one piece of a more complex puzzle, Maple News reports. To enter the Express Entry pool, candidates […]
How a Two-Year Canadian College Program Can Lead to Permanent Residency
International students who complete a two-year college program in Canada can become strong candidates for permanent residency (PR) — if they plan their path strategically, Maple News reports. Graduating from a PGWP-eligible program allows students to obtain a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), which opens a valuable window to gain Canadian […]
Canada Holds Targeted Express Entry Draw for Provincial Nominees, Issuing 423 Invitations
Maple News reports that on February 3, 2026, Canada conducted its first Express Entry draw of the month, exclusively targeting candidates under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). A total of 423 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were issued during this 393rd Express Entry draw, with the minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) […]
Who Can Still Get a Canadian Work Permit at the Border?
Foreign nationals arriving in Canada may still be eligible to obtain work permits directly at a port of entry (POE), but this route is now more limited than in previous years. According to Maple News, recent policy changes introduced by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) have imposed tighter restrictions […]
New Brunswick Reforms Immigration Programs, Restricts Key Occupations
Maple News reports that New Brunswick has announced a series of significant changes to its immigration pathways, directly impacting applicants under the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP) and the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP). These updates, effective February 3, 2026, aim to better align immigration with the province’s evolving labour […]
Canada Holds First Express Entry PNP Draw of February, Invites 423 Applicants
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducted its first Express Entry draw of February 2026, focusing specifically on candidates nominated through the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). A total of 423 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were issued during this targeted draw. Candidates needed a minimum Comprehensive […]
Canada Plans System to Track When Temporary Residents Depart
Maple News reports that the Canadian government is moving forward with plans to track the departure of temporary residents more effectively, a step seen as vital to managing immigration levels and ensuring compliance across visa programs. Immigration Minister Lena Metlege Diab says the initiative is part of a broader effort […]
Manitoba Targets Talent Through Strategic PNP Draw, Issues 47 Invitations
Maple News reports that Manitoba wrapped up January 2026 by issuing 47 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) under its Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP), targeting candidates through strategic recruitment initiatives. Draw #263, held on January 29, focused exclusively on individuals previously invited through MPNP’s targeted outreach, continuing the province’s efforts […]
Ontario Kicks Off 2026 with Over 1,800 Provincial Immigration Invitations
Ontario has launched its 2026 immigration season with six targeted draws under the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP), issuing a total of 1,825 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for provincial nomination on February 2, Maple News reports. The first selection round of the year focused on candidates under the Employer Job […]
Why Category-Based Express Entry Draws Offer an Easier Route to Canadian Permanent Residency
Maple News reports that for many aspiring immigrants, category-based selection (CBS) under Canada’s Express Entry system remains one of the most accessible routes to permanent residency (PR). Introduced in May 2023, CBS was designed to address labor shortages in key sectors and support francophone immigration. Since its launch, it has […]