Maple News reports that Canada’s Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has made notable progress in reducing its application backlog. As of November 30, the backlog fell to 1,006,500 applications—down from 1,056,100 at the end of October. This marks an encouraging 4.7% improvement within a single month. The overall inventory […]
Year: 2025
Manitoba Issues 276 Provincial Nomination Invitations in Latest PNP Draw
Maple News reports that the province of Manitoba has conducted its 235th draw under the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP), extending new opportunities for skilled workers aiming to settle permanently in Canada. The draw, held on December 27, 2024, resulted in 276 Letters of Advice to Apply (LOAs) being issued […]
Canada Caps Applications for Agri-Food Pilot Immigration Program Ahead of 2025 Closure
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 […]
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 […]