Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has officially closed the pathway to permanent residence for caregivers applying from outside Canada under the Home Care Worker Pilots (HCWP). The “Applicants Not Working in Canada” stream never opened to applications and has now been marked as “closed” on […]
Month: September 2025
Canadians Grow Increasingly Skeptical of Temporary Foreign Worker Program, National Poll Shows
A new survey by the Angus Reid Institute reveals growing public discontent with Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP), signaling a nation-wide shift in attitudes toward the decades-old initiative designed to fill labour shortages. According to Maple News, more than half of surveyed Canadians (52%) now hold a negative view […]
Canada Issues 291 Express Entry Invitations to PNP Candidates in Targeted Draw
Canada has issued 291 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) through a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)-specific Express Entry draw held on September 29, 2025, Maple News reports. The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required for this round was 855, marking a notable increase of 109 points from the previous PNP-only draw […]
Start Smart: How Canada’s Pre-Arrival Services Set Newcomers Up for Success
Maple News reports that thousands of immigrants start their Canadian journeys each year with a mixture of excitement and uncertainty. Questions such as where to live, how to find a job, and what to expect in a new culture can feel overwhelming. Fortunately, Canada offers a powerful solution: free, government-funded […]
Applying to Express Entry with a Medical Condition? Here’s What You Need to Know
According to Maple News, individuals applying for Canadian permanent residence through Express Entry should be aware of how existing medical conditions may impact their application. While having a pre-existing medical condition does not automatically mean refusal, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) may find applicants medically inadmissible under certain circumstances. […]
Canada Invites 291 PNP Candidates in Latest High-Scoring Express Entry Draw
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued 291 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates under the Express Entry system’s Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). This draw, held on September 29, 2025, required a notably high minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 855. To be eligible, […]
Canada Eyes Displaced H-1B Tech Workers as U.S. Visa Costs Surge
Maple News reports that Canada is actively exploring new strategies to attract international tech professionals affected by recent changes to the U.S. H-1B visa program. In comments made on September 27 at the Global Progress Action Summit in the United Kingdom, Prime Minister Mark Carney confirmed Canada’s intent to present […]
Canada to Issue 30% Fewer Post-Graduation Work Permits in 2025 Amid Policy Tightening
Canada is on track to significantly reduce the number of Post-Graduation Work Permits (PGWPs) issued in 2025, with projections suggesting a nearly 30% decline compared to the previous year. According to new data reviewed by Maple News, an estimated 143,600 permits will be issued by year-end, down from over 205,000 […]
Prince Edward Island Continues Targeted Immigration Draws with Focus on Key Sectors
According to Maple News, Prince Edward Island held its ninth immigration draw of 2025 on September 19, issuing 129 invitations under the Labour and Express Entry streams of the province’s Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP). This latest draw reaffirms PEI’s consistent approach to holding monthly selections that align with the […]
New Brunswick PNP Invites Over 1,000 Candidates in August Draws
Maple News reports that New Brunswick has issued 1,052 invitations to candidates seeking provincial nomination for permanent residency through the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NB PNP). The invitations were distributed across four draws held between August 11 and 19, 2024. The majority of invitations—1,002—were issued under the New Brunswick […]
Alberta Holds Largest PNP Draw of the Year, Issuing 1,433 Invitations Across Three Streams
Maple News reports that Alberta conducted its most significant immigration draw of 2024, issuing over 1,400 invitations to candidates through its Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). The draws, held between September 12 and 19, were part of the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) and targeted key labor sectors, including tech and […]
Is the Study-Work-Permanent Residency Path Still Viable in Canada?
Maple News reports that despite rising competition in Canada’s Express Entry system, the study-work-immigration route remains one of the most strategic and reliable pathways to permanent residency (PR) for international students. With the Express Entry pool becoming increasingly competitive in 2024 and 2025, some prospective immigrants are questioning whether studying […]
Canada Offers Promising Immigration Pathways for Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists
Maple News reports that Canada is actively seeking skilled audiologists and speech-language pathologists, as the country anticipates continued growth in healthcare demand through 2025 and beyond. These professionals play a vital role in managing hearing and communication challenges, making them crucial in a system responding to an aging population and […]
Indian-Born Entrepreneur Builds Women-Led Biotech Company in New Brunswick
Maple News reports on the remarkable journey of Natasha Dhayagude, an Indian immigrant who has become a driving force for innovation and inclusivity in New Brunswick’s biotechnology sector. As co-founder and CEO of Chinova Bioworks, Natasha is not only transforming the food industry but also creating significant opportunities for women […]
Alberta Holds Three Targeted Immigration Draws, Inviting Over 1,400 Skilled Workers
Maple News reports that Alberta has invited more than 1,400 immigration candidates through three targeted draws held under the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) between September 12 and September 17, 2025. These draws focused on addressing labour gaps in the province’s tech industry, public safety sectors, and general workforce needs. […]
How to Apply for a Discretionary Grant of Canadian Citizenship: A Complete Document Checklist
Maple News reports that individuals who fall outside traditional pathways for Canadian citizenship—commonly referred to as ‘Lost Canadians’—now have a vital opportunity to apply for citizenship through interim measures established by the Canadian government. These provisions are in place as Canada works on amending the first-generation limit (FGL) under the […]