Maple News reports that the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has confirmed key benefit payment dates for September 2025, providing essential financial updates for residents, especially newcomers navigating Canada’s social support system. Families receiving the Canada Child Benefit (CCB) can expect their next payment on September 19, 2025. The CCB offers […]
Year: 2025
Newfoundland and Labrador Extends 202 Immigration Invitations to Bolster Local Workforce
Maple News reports that on August 29, 2025, Newfoundland and Labrador issued 202 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to immigration candidates through two key programs aimed at driving economic growth and addressing pressing labour shortages. Of the total ITAs, 125 were issued through the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP), […]
Alberta Invites Law Enforcement Professionals in Low-Score PNP Draw
Maple News reports that Alberta has issued a new round of invitations through its immigration program, specifically targeting law enforcement professionals. This marks the fifth draw under the Law Enforcement Pathway for 2025, reinforcing the province’s ongoing commitment to strengthening local policing through strategic immigration. On August 19, Alberta’s immigration […]
Top English Mistakes to Avoid on the CELPIP Test—and How to Fix Them for a Better Score
Preparing for the CELPIP Test requires more than a strong vocabulary and familiarity with the format—it’s also about avoiding common grammar errors that could reduce your score. According to Maple News, CELPIP raters frequently observe avoidable language mistakes that hinder test performance. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced English […]
Express Entry Update: Fewer Candidates in the Pool as August Sets Record CRS Scores
Maple News reports a notable shift in Canada’s Express Entry system as the number of candidates in the pool declined by 2,472 between August 5 and August 17, 2025. Most of the decrease came from the competitive 481–600 CRS score range, which saw a sharp drop of 2,342 profiles. August […]
Canada Raises Proof of Funds Requirement for International Students Starting September 2025
Maple News reports that starting September 1, 2025, international students applying for a study permit to Canada will need to demonstrate a higher financial capacity. The proof of funds requirement for a single applicant will increase by $2,260 CAD, bringing the total to $22,895 CAD. This adjustment is part of […]
Ontario Targets Regional Talent with 468 PNP Invitations in Five New Draws
Maple News reports that the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) issued 468 invitations across five separate draws on August 28, targeting foreign workers and international graduates with job offers in specific areas of the province. These latest rounds continue Ontario’s efforts to attract skilled candidates to underrepresented regions, particularly through […]
More Than Half of Foreign Healthcare Workers in Canada Secure Permanent Residency
According to a new Statistics Canada study, Maple News reports that 58% of temporary foreign workers (TFWs) employed in Canada’s healthcare sector between 2000 and 2022 have successfully transitioned to permanent resident (PR) status. The findings highlight the growing role of foreign talent in addressing critical staffing needs across the […]
Over 40? You Can Still Get Permanent Residence via Express Entry — Here’s How
Maple News reports that foreign nationals aged 40 and older can still successfully obtain Canadian permanent residency through the Express Entry system—even without a provincial nomination. While age can reduce points in Canada’s Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS), strategic planning and meeting specific eligibility criteria can lead to an Invitation to […]
Newcomers to Canada: Learn How to Buy Your First Home in Upcoming Webinar
Maple News reports that CanadaVisa and TD Bank are hosting a free, live webinar to help newcomers to Canada navigate the journey from renting to owning their first home. The event will take place on Thursday, September 18 at 11:00 a.m. EDT and aims to demystify the complexities of homeownership […]
Nova Scotia Holds 1,300 Immigration Spots as 2025 Quota Shrinks by Half
Nova Scotia has confirmed it has 1,312 remaining spaces available under its provincial immigration programs for the remainder of 2025, Maple News reports. As of August 6, 2025, the province had already utilized at least 1,838 slots out of its total annual allocation of 3,150 through the Nova Scotia Nominee […]
Temporary Foreign Workers Are Easing the Pressure on Canada’s Strained Health Care System
Canada’s health care system continues to face significant labour shortages, particularly in long-term care and home health services. According to Maple News, this ongoing crisis, intensified by the COVID-19 pandemic, has prompted the country to increasingly rely on Temporary Foreign Workers (TFWs) to maintain the delivery of essential health services. […]
Alberta Targets Law Enforcement Professionals with Ultra-Low CRS in Exclusive Immigration Draw
Maple News reports that Alberta has conducted a targeted Express Entry draw under its Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP), focusing specifically on law enforcement professionals. Held on August 19, 2025, the draw saw fewer than 10 invitations issued to candidates with a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of just 45 […]
Ontario Restarts OINP Employer Job Offer Draws with Focus on Northern and Regional Workforce Gaps
Ontario has officially resumed its Employer Job Offer draws under the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP), Maple News reports. The province issued 468 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in targeted rounds held on August 28, 2025, focusing specifically on job offers in Northern Ontario and select Regional Economic Development through Immigration […]
Healthcare Workers Gain Edge in 2025 Express Entry: Lower CRS Scores and Targeted Opportunity
Maple News reports that Canada’s Express Entry system continues to offer promising immigration pathways for healthcare professionals in 2025. With consistent category-based draws targeting the healthcare sector, candidates such as doctors, nurses, and lab technologists are receiving Invitations to Apply (ITAs) at lower Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores than required […]
Canada’s Temporary Worker Permits Surpass 2025 Targets Just Six Months Into the Year
Maple News reports that Canada has already surpassed its 2025 targets for temporary work permits, just halfway through the year, prompting concerns over the future direction of immigration policy. According to newly released mid-year data from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), both the International Mobility Program (IMP) and the […]