Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has revised its list of countries whose citizens are required to undergo an Immigration Medical Exam (IME) when applying for temporary residence. The update includes the addition of four countries and the removal of six from the list, signaling a recalibration of health risk […]
Month: November 2025
Ontario Broadens Criteria for Returning or Suspending Provincial Nominee Program Applications
Maple News reports that the Government of Ontario has expanded the criteria under which applications to the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) can be suspended or returned, effective October 31, 2025. This regulatory update introduces 13 new considerations while revoking one of the previously existing six, bringing the total number […]
A Guide to Canada’s Open Work Permits: Who Qualifies and How to Apply
Maple News reports that open work permits (OWPs) in Canada continue to be a valuable pathway for foreign nationals seeking employment flexibility. Unlike employer-specific work permits, OWPs allow individuals to work for nearly any employer across the country, making them especially appealing to international graduates, partners of temporary residents, and […]
Manitoba Prioritizes Skilled Workers on Special Work Permits in Latest PNP Draw
Maple News reports that the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) has issued 29 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) under its Skilled Worker Stream, following a targeted draw held on October 31, 2025. The majority of invitations were extended to applicants already working in Manitoba on specialized work permits through […]
Canada’s Immigration Shift Eases Rental Market and Job Pressures, Economists Say
Canada’s recent recalibration of its immigration policies appears to be achieving its intended effects, with early economic indicators suggesting gradual easing in both housing and labor markets, Maple News reports. A new report by TD Economics, authored by Chief Economist Beata Caranci and Senior Economist Marc Ercolao, finds that reductions […]
Prince Edward Island Hosts Surprise PNP Draw for International Graduates
Maple News reports that Prince Edward Island (PEI) conducted an unexpected Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw on October 27, 2025, deviating from its planned Invitation to Apply (ITA) schedule. The draw specifically targeted international graduates currently living and working in the province. A total of 159 invitations were issued to […]