Maple News reports that the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) held four separate immigration draws in the final week of October, extending invitations to a total of 1,112 candidates across multiple immigration streams. These draws reflect Alberta’s targeted efforts to address labour shortages in high-priority sectors such as healthcare, law […]
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Quebec to Require French Proficiency for Long-Term Foreign Workers Starting 2025
Maple News reports that Quebec will introduce a new French language requirement for certain temporary foreign workers starting December 17, 2025. The policy mandates that foreign nationals with at least three years of work experience in Quebec must demonstrate spoken French proficiency equivalent to Level 4 on the Niveaux de […]
Quebec to Permanently Close Key Immigration Streams for Students and Temporary Workers
Maple News reports that the Government of Quebec will officially shut down two of its most widely used immigration pathways—the Quebec Experience Program (PEQ) streams for international graduates and temporary foreign workers. Both programs are set to end on November 19, 2025. The PEQ was particularly popular among international students […]
A Practical Guide for Newcomers Starting with Self-Directed Investing in Canada
Maple News reports that many newcomers to Canada are increasingly exploring self-directed investing as a way to take control of their financial future. This hands-on approach to managing money can feel empowering, offering individuals the freedom to choose how and where their funds are invested without relying on traditional financial […]
Canada Expands Provincial Nominee Program in 2026 Immigration Targets, Cuts Foreign Worker and Student Numbers
Maple News reports that the Canadian federal government has unveiled its 2026–2028 Immigration Levels Plan, with a major strategic shift toward permanent migration via the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), while simultaneously reducing intake under temporary programs like the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) and international study permits. Under the new […]
Canada to Introduce Fast-Track Immigration Path for U.S. H-1B Visa Holders
Canada is doubling down on its commitment to attract global talent with new immigration measures outlined in the 2025 federal budget. Maple News reports that the Canadian government has unveiled plans to launch a fast-track immigration pathway specifically tailored for holders of the U.S. H-1B visa, targeting highly skilled workers […]
Canada’s 2026–2028 Immigration Plan to Create New Pathways to Permanent Residency for Temporary Workers
Maple News reports that Canada will introduce a new initiative aimed at granting permanent residency (PR) to up to 33,000 temporary work permit holders over the years 2026 and 2027. This significant policy shift was outlined in the details of Budget 2025 and is expected to be a core feature […]
Foreign Work Experience Key to Express Entry PR Success, 2024 Report Finds
According to a new report reviewed by Maple News, foreign work experience played a more crucial role than Canadian work experience for those invited to apply for permanent residence (PR) through Express Entry in 2024. The report, released on November 3, 2025, offers a comprehensive overview of trends in the […]
House of Commons Moves to Broaden Citizenship Rights for Canadians Born Abroad
Maple News reports that Canadians born abroad could soon benefit from expanded citizenship rights, as the House of Commons has voted to remove proposed restrictions from Bill C-3—legislation aimed at reforming the Citizenship Act. On November 3, Members of Parliament voted 170 to 163 in favour of eliminating contentious amendments […]
Self-Directed Investing in Canada: A Beginner’s Guide for Newcomers
Maple News reports that many newcomers to Canada are embracing self-directed investing as a way to take control of their financial future. With the right approach, self-directed investing can become a powerful tool to build wealth, achieve financial goals, and gain confidence in navigating the Canadian financial system. Self-directed investing […]
Canada Projected to Fall Short of 2025 International Student Intake Target
Maple News reports that Canada is significantly behind in hitting its international student admissions target for 2025, issuing less than a third of the planned study permits in the first eight months of the year. Between January and August 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) granted just 89,430 new […]
Canada Updates Medical Exam Requirements for Temporary Residents
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has revised its list of countries whose citizens are required to undergo an Immigration Medical Exam (IME) when applying for temporary residence. The update includes the addition of four countries and the removal of six from the list, signaling a recalibration of health risk […]
Ontario Broadens Criteria for Returning or Suspending Provincial Nominee Program Applications
Maple News reports that the Government of Ontario has expanded the criteria under which applications to the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) can be suspended or returned, effective October 31, 2025. This regulatory update introduces 13 new considerations while revoking one of the previously existing six, bringing the total number […]
A Guide to Canada’s Open Work Permits: Who Qualifies and How to Apply
Maple News reports that open work permits (OWPs) in Canada continue to be a valuable pathway for foreign nationals seeking employment flexibility. Unlike employer-specific work permits, OWPs allow individuals to work for nearly any employer across the country, making them especially appealing to international graduates, partners of temporary residents, and […]
Manitoba Prioritizes Skilled Workers on Special Work Permits in Latest PNP Draw
Maple News reports that the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) has issued 29 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) under its Skilled Worker Stream, following a targeted draw held on October 31, 2025. The majority of invitations were extended to applicants already working in Manitoba on specialized work permits through […]
Canada’s Immigration Shift Eases Rental Market and Job Pressures, Economists Say
Canada’s recent recalibration of its immigration policies appears to be achieving its intended effects, with early economic indicators suggesting gradual easing in both housing and labor markets, Maple News reports. A new report by TD Economics, authored by Chief Economist Beata Caranci and Senior Economist Marc Ercolao, finds that reductions […]