As 2025 draws to a close, Maple News examines Canada’s Express Entry program activity over the year to highlight the types of candidates who were most successful in receiving invitations to apply (ITAs) for permanent residence. In total, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted 58 Express Entry draws in […]
Month: December 2025
Saskatchewan Sets 2026 Immigration Quotas and Prioritizes Key Sectors in SINP Overhaul
Maple News reports that the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) will maintain its 2026 nomination allocation at 4,761 spots, matching the tally from the end of 2025. However, the provincial immigration program is introducing significant reforms aimed at better aligning immigration with provincial labour market needs. Beginning in 2026, at […]
Canada Opens 2026 International Experience Canada Season: Youth Work Permit Pools Now Active
Maple News reports that the 2026 season for the International Experience Canada (IEC) program is officially underway, with work permit pools now open for eligible youth from around the world. Aspiring participants can begin submitting their profiles to be considered for a unique opportunity to live and work in Canada […]
No New Applications for Canada’s Home Care Worker Pilot Programs After 2026
Maple News reports that Canada will not reopen its Home Care Worker Pilot programs for new permanent residence applications beyond March 2026. According to newly published Ministerial Instructions in the Canada Gazette, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will not accept any new applications under these pilot streams between March […]
New Brunswick Issues 110 Invitations in First PNP Draw Since November
Maple News reports that the province of New Brunswick resumed its provincial nominee draws with its first round of invitations for December, held on December 9, 2025. This marks the province’s first Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) activity since November 16, 2025. A total of 110 candidates received Invitations to Apply […]
British Columbia Issues Entrepreneur Immigration Invitations in December 2025 Draw
Maple News reports that on December 16, 2025, British Columbia conducted a new round of invitations under its Entrepreneur Immigration (EI) streams, extending opportunities to innovative business leaders looking to invest and establish themselves in the province. Through the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP), a total of up […]
Manitoba Issues 63 Invitations to Skilled Workers Through Strategic Recruitment Initiatives
Maple News reports that on December 18, 2025, the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) extended 63 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) to candidates under its Skilled Worker Stream. The invitations were issued through the program’s strategic recruitment initiatives, targeting individuals both within Canada and abroad. The selected applicants were […]
Canada Ends Start-Up Visa Program, Plans New Pathway for Immigrant Entrepreneurs
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is phasing out its business immigration programs, including the Start-Up Visa (SUV) Program, to make way for a new, more targeted initiative for immigrant entrepreneurs. Effective December 31, 2025, at 11:59 p.m., IRCC will stop accepting new applications for the […]
British Columbia Becomes First Province to Reveal 2026 PNP Nomination Quota—But It’s Lower Than Expected
British Columbia has officially announced its Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) allocation for 2026, becoming the first Canadian province to do so. According to Maple News, the federal government has granted B.C. 5,254 nomination spaces for the upcoming year. While this marks a 31% increase compared to the original 2025 allocation […]
Why Keeping Your CELPIP Score Updated Is Crucial for Immigration Success
Maple News reports that for individuals pursuing Canadian immigration, international education, or work opportunities abroad, maintaining an up-to-date CELPIP score is more than just a procedural checkbox—it’s a strategic advantage. The CELPIP (Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program) test plays a significant role in a wide range of immigration and […]
New Online Tool Streamlines Eligibility Check for All Express Entry-Aligned Provincial Nominee Programs
Foreign nationals aiming to secure permanent residence in Canada through Express Entry now have access to a time-saving tool that streamlines the eligibility assessment for all Express Entry-aligned Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs), reports Maple News. The newly available online tool, CanadaVisa+ (CV+), allows users to evaluate their eligibility across more […]
Four Key Lessons from the Largest Express Entry Draw—and How You Can Prepare for the Next One
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more than 30,000 invitations to apply (ITAs) through Express Entry in the past 30 days alone—a significant volume that rivals even the system’s most historic moments. To understand how aspiring immigrants can benefit from such opportunities, it’s worth […]
Moving to Canada? Here’s the Essential Checklist Every Newcomer Needs
Planning a move to Canada? According to Maple News, arriving prepared can make your transition smoother and more manageable as you settle into a new country. Whether you’re relocating for work, study, or family, understanding key steps ahead of time helps ensure a confident and well-informed arrival. Here’s a practical […]
Ontario Reaches 2025 Nomination Limit Under Provincial Immigration Program
Ontario has officially reached its maximum 2025 allocation under the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP), Maple News reports. According to an update released on December 17, the province issued all 10,750 available nominations for the year. Although Ontario has used its full 2025 nomination quota, the program remains open. The […]
New Data Shows Non-Permanent Residents Own Less Than 1% of Canadian Homes
A fresh report from Statistics Canada reveals that non-permanent residents (NPRs) make up a far smaller portion of Canada’s homeownership landscape than many might assume, despite ongoing debates about immigration and housing affordability. According to the data collected by the Canadian Housing Statistics Program and released on December 11, 2025, […]
Canada’s Immigration Backlog Surpasses One Million Applications, Express Entry Delays Worsen
Maple News reports that Canada’s immigration system continues to struggle with delays, as the total backlog of applications exceeded one million by the end of October 2025. According to newly released data from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), a total of 2,182,200 applications were in processing queues, but only […]