Maple News reports that many newcomers to Canada are embracing self-directed investing as a way to take control of their financial future. With the right approach, self-directed investing can become a powerful tool to build wealth, achieve financial goals, and gain confidence in navigating the Canadian financial system. Self-directed investing […]
Year: 2025
Canada Projected to Fall Short of 2025 International Student Intake Target
Maple News reports that Canada is significantly behind in hitting its international student admissions target for 2025, issuing less than a third of the planned study permits in the first eight months of the year. Between January and August 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) granted just 89,430 new […]
Canada Updates Medical Exam Requirements for Temporary Residents
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 […]
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 […]
How Newcomers Can Understand and Access Ontario’s Healthcare System
Maple News reports that many newcomers to Ontario face a learning curve when it comes to navigating the province’s healthcare system. Designed to be publicly funded and accessible, Ontario’s healthcare framework offers vital services through the Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP), which provides coverage for qualifying residents. To be eligible […]
Provinces See Boost in Immigration Nominations for 2025—Except Ontario and PEI
Maple News reports that most Canadian provinces and territories have received an increase in their permanent residence nomination allocations for 2025 under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). Only Ontario and Prince Edward Island (PEI) have not received additional nomination spots so far. Each year, the federal government assigns a fixed […]
Immigrating to Canada as a Physician Assistant, Midwife, or Allied Health Professional: What You Need to Know
Maple News reports that healthcare professionals such as physician assistants, midwives, and related allied health workers now have strong opportunities to immigrate to Canada, thanks to targeted immigration programs aimed at addressing the country’s growing demand in the healthcare sector. All these occupations are categorized under National Occupation Classification (NOC) […]
IRCC Invites 6,000 Francophone Candidates in One of 2025’s Largest Express Entry Draws
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued 6,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in a category-based Express Entry draw targeting candidates with strong French-language proficiency. This October 29 draw stands as the third-largest in 2025 to date, continuing a clear trend toward increasing opportunities for Francophone […]
Canada Invites 6,000 French-Speaking Candidates in Major Express Entry Draw
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducted a significant category-based Express Entry draw targeting French-speaking candidates. Held on October 29, the draw issued 6,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 416. This marks a notable increase from the […]
How Newcomers to Canada Can Build and Understand Their Credit Score
Starting life in a new country comes with many firsts—learning how Canada’s credit system works is one of them. According to Maple News, building a solid credit history is crucial for newcomers who hope to rent an apartment, apply for loans, get a credit card, or even qualify for certain […]
IRCC Offers Emergency Immigration Relief for Those Impacted by 2025 Wildfires
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has introduced special temporary measures to assist individuals impacted by the ongoing wildfire crisis in 2025. The emergency policies are designed to support Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and temporary residents—including visitors, international students, and foreign workers—whose immigration documents were lost, […]
Fewer Candidates, Tougher Competition: Express Entry Pool Sees Surge in Top Scores
Despite a notable decline in the total number of candidates, Canada’s Express Entry pool has grown more competitive, according to the latest data released on October 26, 2025. Maple News reports that the number of profiles in the system dropped by 2,740 since September 28. Yet, the share of high-scoring […]