Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted a new Express Entry draw on August 7, 2025, exclusively targeting candidates under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC). In this round, 1,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were issued to eligible candidates. To be selected, candidates required a minimum Comprehensive […]
Year: 2025
Newcomers’ Guide to Renting in Canada: Budgeting, Leasing, and Avoiding Pitfalls
Moving to a new country comes with many challenges, and finding a place to live is often one of the most urgent for new arrivals in Canada. Whether you’re seeking a temporary home or looking to plant long-term roots, understanding the rental process can help newcomers make confident and informed […]
New Pathway Offers French-Speaking Students a Direct Route to Canadian Permanent Residence
Maple News reports that Canada’s Francophone Minority Communities Student Pilot (FMCSP) is streamlining the journey from classroom to permanent residency (PR) for eligible French-speaking students. Through this unique initiative, international students from select countries can transition more easily to permanent resident status upon graduation—without going through the more complex Express […]
Canada Ranks Among World’s Top Countries for Work-Life Balance in 2025
According to Maple News, Canada has once again secured a spot among the globe’s leading countries for work-life balance, ranking 7th in the 2025 Global Life-Work Balance Index. It remains the only country in the Americas to place in the top ten, underscoring its ongoing commitment to employee wellbeing and […]
Canada Ranks Among Top 25 Countries for Life Expectancy in 2025
Canada has once again secured its position among the world’s healthiest nations, with an average life expectancy of 82.7 years in 2025, according to the latest United Nations World Population Prospects data. This places Canada 23rd globally, ahead of countries such as Ireland, Portugal, and Luxembourg, Maple News reports. Several […]
Canada Invites 1,000 Candidates in New Express Entry Draw Focused on Canadian Experience Class
Maple News reports that on August 7, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 1,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) in the latest Express Entry draw. The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required for this round was 534—16 points higher than the previous […]
Top Canadian Cities for Immigrants Seeking Jobs in 2025
Maple News reports that Saskatoon, Calgary, and Regina have emerged as Canada’s top cities for job-seeking immigrants in 2025, according to the latest BMO Labour Market Report Card released on July 11, 2025. These cities recorded strong employment growth, increasing populations, and declining unemployment rates—signaling opportunity for skilled newcomers. Saskatoon […]
Canada Invites 2,500 French-Speaking Candidates in Latest Express Entry Draw
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 2,500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in an Express Entry draw held on August 7, 2025. This draw was specifically targeted toward candidates with strong French language proficiency. The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required to receive an invitation […]
Canada Raises Settlement Fund Requirements for Rural Immigration Pathways by Nearly 32%
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced a significant increase in the minimum settlement funds required for two of its key rural immigration streams: the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) and the Francophone Community Immigration Pilot (FCIP). These changes are set to take effect on […]
IRCC Invites 2,500 French-Speaking Candidates in Third Express Entry Draw of the Week
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducted its third Express Entry draw of the week, inviting 2,500 candidates with strong French language proficiency to apply for permanent residence in Canada. The draw, held on August 8, required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of […]
Canada Ranks Among World’s Healthiest Nations With Life Expectancy of 82.7 Years
Canada remains among the global leaders in life expectancy, with residents projected to live an average of 82.7 years in 2025, according to the latest data from the United Nations World Population Prospects. This positions Canada as the 23rd highest in the world, surpassing countries like Ireland, Portugal, and Luxembourg. […]
August 2025: High CRS Scores Surge, Raising Express Entry Competition
Maple News reports that candidates in the Express Entry system with Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores between 501 and 600 are now facing intensified competition. According to the latest data snapshot from August 5, 2025, this score range saw an increase of 2,817 candidate profiles compared to July 20, despite […]
Canada Issues 1,000 Express Entry Invitations in Latest Canadian Experience Class Draw
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued 1,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) pathway in the latest Express Entry draw, held on August 7, 2025. Candidates selected in this round required a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of at least […]
IRCC Issues 1,000 Invitations in New Canadian Experience Class Express Entry Draw
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued 1,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in its latest Express Entry draw, targeting candidates from the Canadian Experience Class (CEC). This draw marks the second of August and underlines IRCC’s continued emphasis on experienced talent already contributing to Canada’s […]
A Newcomer’s Guide to Renting a Home in Canada: Budgeting, Rights, and Red Flags
Finding a place to live is among the first big steps for newcomers beginning their journey in Canada. As renting is often the fastest and most flexible housing option when settling in, understanding how the Canadian rental market works can help ease the transition. Maple News outlines the essential steps […]
Canada Offers Direct PR Pathway for French-Speaking Students from 33 Countries
Maple News reports that French-speaking international students from 33 eligible countries now have access to a streamlined pathway from education to permanent residency (PR) in Canada through the Francophone Minority Communities Student Pilot (FMCSP). The FMCSP is designed to attract French-speaking talent to Canadian provinces and territories outside of Quebec. […]