Canada widens restoration options for out-of-status workers and students, allowing them to stay as visitors

Maple News reports that Canada has updated its immigration guidance…

Maple News: One in Seven Rhode Islanders Now Eligible for Canadian Citizenship Under Bill C-3 Reform

Maple News reports that Canada’s Bill C-3 has significantly broadened…

How Canada’s Express Entry overhaul could prioritize high-wage occupations

Maple News reports that Canada is considering reforms to the…

IRCC processing times drop for temporary residence applications, with Pakistan and Nigeria leading gains

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)…

Canada’s Citizenship Law Expands Descent-Based Eligibility for Americans, Maple News Reports

Maple News reports that Canada has broadened access to citizenship…

10 Common Mistakes That Could Jeopardize Your Post-Graduation Work Permit in Canada

Maple News reports that international students planning to stay and…

Canada’s Express Entry in 2025: Major Policy Shifts and Record Number of Invitations

Maple News reports that 2025 was a pivotal year for…

IRCC Plans Compensation Fund for Victims of Unethical Immigration Consultants

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)…

Canada to Accelerate Spousal Sponsorship Decisions Amid Backlog

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)…

Canadian Passport Ranks Among World’s Most Powerful in 2024

Maple News reports that the Canadian passport continues to hold…

IRCC processing times drop for temporary residence applications, with Pakistan and Nigeria leading gains

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) released updated processing times for temporary residence applications on April 29, 2026, with several categories showing notable improvements. The update highlights shorter timelines for work permits and study permits, while visitor visas saw modest increases across the board. The changes […]

Canada raises permanent residence processing fees across all streams, effective April 30, 2026

Maple News reports that Canada has raised permanent residence processing fees across all streams, effective April 30, 2026, affecting Express Entry, Provincial Nominee Programs, and family sponsorship. The increases apply to principal applicants and accompanying family members where applicable, and include the Right of Permanent Residence Fee (RPRF). A key […]

Canada Expands Full-Validity Passport Access for Adopted Persons Abroad

Maple News reports that Canada has expanded access to full-validity passports for adopted persons living abroad. Updated instructions published on April 24, 2026 by the immigration department enable adopted individuals abroad who hold an electronic citizenship certificate (e-certificates) to apply for a full-validity Canadian passport from outside Canada. Previously, applicants […]