Canada continues to recognize the vital contributions of caregivers by offering two dedicated immigration pathways designed for child care providers and home support workers. These programs, part of Canada’s effort to address labour shortages in essential care services, provide caregivers with a structured route to permanent residency. According to Maple […]
Year: 2025
IRCC Sets 2025 Processing Targets for Key PR Pathways, Leaves Others on Hold
According to Maple News, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced targeted processing plans for its permanent residence (PR) application inventory in 2025. While some programs will see their entire backlog cleared, others will continue to experience longer wait times as IRCC focuses on select streams. The newly published […]
Canada Invites 4,500 French-Speaking Candidates in Latest Express Entry Draw
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held a targeted Express Entry draw on October 6, 2025, inviting 4,500 candidates with strong French proficiency to apply for permanent residence. This round required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 432 — 14 points lower than the […]
Free English Classes Help Newcomers Thrive and Integrate in Canada
Maple News reports on the remarkable journey of a Syrian couple who built a stable and fulfilling life in British Columbia within less than a year of arriving in Canada, thanks in large part to the Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC) program. For many newcomers, arriving in Canada […]
Healthcare Graduates Outpace STEM and Business Peers in Canadian Career Alignment
According to recent research from Statistics Canada, international students who study healthcare in Canada are significantly more likely to work in fields aligned with their education than those from STEM or business programs. The study highlights a growing distinction between fields of study when it comes to career success after […]
Canada Issues Travel Warning Over Risks to U.S. PR Status Amid Immigration Crackdowns
Maple News reports that Ottawa has updated its travel advisory, cautioning Canadian citizens who hold U.S. permanent resident (PR) status about growing risks of status termination and visa revocation due to shifting American immigration policies. According to new guidance issued by Global Affairs Canada, U.S. authorities may reassess and potentially […]
Canada Issues 4,500 Express Entry Invitations in French Language-Specific Draw
According to Maple News, Canada’s immigration department has issued 4,500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to Express Entry candidates with strong French language abilities in its latest draw. This marks the second Express Entry selection round of October 2025 and continues the country’s targeted approach to immigration. To qualify for this […]
Newfoundland and Labrador Invites 217 Candidates in Latest Provincial Immigration Round
Maple News reports that Newfoundland and Labrador issued 217 invitations to apply for provincial immigration on September 26 through its regular immigration draws. The candidates were selected from two major streams: the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP) and the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP). According to the province’s Office […]
British Columbia Resumes Skilled Immigration Invitations in Latest PNP Draw
Maple News reports that the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) held its most recent invitation round on October 2, 2025, targeting both skilled professionals and entrepreneurial candidates. This marks an important resumption in skilled worker invitations, which had been on hiatus since earlier this year. A total of […]
Latest IRCC Processing Times: Updates Across Express Entry, PNP, and Quebec Programs
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has released updated processing times for various immigration streams, including permanent residence, temporary residence, and citizenship applications. These changes reflect efforts by the IRCC to improve transparency and provide applicants with more accurate timelines. Among the most notable changes are […]
B.C. Increases PNP Nominations, Resumes Processing International Post-Graduate Applications
According to Maple News, the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) has received an additional 1,254 nomination spaces, raising the province’s total nomination allocation for 2025 to 5,254. This marks a notable increase from the initial 4,000, enabling British Columbia to recover approximately 69% of its original 2024 allocation […]
Newfoundland and Labrador Welcomes 217 Candidates in Latest Immigration Round
On September 26, 2025, Newfoundland and Labrador expanded its efforts to attract skilled newcomers by issuing a total of 217 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) through two key immigration streams, Maple News reports. A total of 107 ITAs were issued under the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP), while an […]
Ontario’s Superior East Region Launches New French-Speaking Immigration Pathway
Maple News reports that Ontario’s Superior East region has officially launched its participation in the Francophone Community Immigration Pilot (FCIP), a targeted program aimed at French-speaking foreign nationals seeking permanent residence in Canada. Located along the northern shore of Lake Superior, Superior East includes the communities of Chapleau, Dubreuilville, Wawa, […]
Top-Scoring Express Entry Profiles Rise as Competition Intensifies
Maple News reports that the number of high-ranking profiles in Canada’s Express Entry pool increased notably between August 17 and September 28, 2025. During this period, the total number of candidates in the pool dropped by 3,120, but profiles with top Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores saw substantial growth, indicating […]
Finding Your Financial Footing: Budgeting Tips for Newcomers in Canada
Starting life in a new country brings new opportunities—but also new financial responsibilities. For newcomers to Canada, building smart money habits early on is essential. Budgeting isn’t just an exercise in organization—it’s a powerful tool to gain clarity, reduce stress, and start building long-term financial stability. Maple News explores how […]
Smart Budgeting Tips to Help Newcomers Thrive in Canada
Moving to a new country comes with exciting opportunities—but also significant financial responsibilities. For newcomers to Canada, building healthy money habits early on can make a big impact. Maple News reports that one of the most effective ways to ease the financial transition is by learning how to manage bills, […]