Maple News reports that Canada has introduced a cap on the number of new permanent residence applications under its Agri-Food Immigration Pilot for 2025. Effective immediately, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will accept a maximum of 1,010 applications—less than half of the previous annual limit of 2,750. The pilot […]
Year: 2025
Canada Updates Post-Graduation Work Permit Eligibility: New Fields of Study and Language Rules Announced
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has officially released its updated list of study programs eligible for the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP). The changes, which take effect for international students applying for a study permit on or after November 1, aim to better align study-to-work pathways […]
2024 Express Entry Year in Review: Key Changes and What to Expect Next
Maple News reports that 2024 marked a transformative year for Canada’s Express Entry immigration system, with significant policy shifts, new category-based draws, and an evolving focus on priority sectors. These changes brought both new opportunities and higher competitiveness for skilled workers aiming for Canadian permanent residence. Over the course of […]
Big Shifts Ahead: What to Expect from Canada’s Express Entry in 2025
Maple News reports that Canada’s Express Entry system is set for major adjustments in 2025, signaling a strategic reshaping of the country’s immigration priorities. Following sweeping changes introduced in 2024, the federal government is placing increased emphasis on Express Entry as its primary economic immigration pathway. According to Canada’s latest […]