Maple News reports that newcomers to Canada can now gain a clearer understanding of the Canadian credit system through an upcoming live educational webinar presented by CanadaVisa in collaboration with TD Bank. Scheduled for Thursday, November 6, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. EST, this free session aims to demystify how credit […]
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IRCC Expands Francophone Study-to-PR Pathway with Increased Application Cap
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is expanding access to permanent residency for international students through its Francophone Minority Communities Student Pilot (FMCSP). Starting from August 26, 2025, to August 25, 2026, the department will accept a total of 2,970 applications under this initiative, a significant […]
Sharp Drop in International Student Arrivals Reflects Canada’s New Immigration Strategy
Maple News reports a significant year-over-year decline in international student numbers coming to Canada, according to newly released data from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). In August 2025, only 45,380 new international students arrived in Canada, marking a 43.1% drop from the 79,795 arrivals recorded in August 2024. This […]
Maple News Investigates: Where AI Gets Canadian Immigration Answers Wrong
As artificial intelligence becomes more integrated into daily life, many prospective immigrants to Canada are turning to AI-driven tools for answers to complex immigration questions. While AI can provide quick responses, subtle legal updates and nuances often leave bots out of date—a reality that can lead to serious misinformation. To […]
Ontario Moves to Fast-Track Licensing for More Healthcare Professionals
Ontario is set to significantly reduce licensing barriers for out-of-province healthcare professionals as part of its ongoing efforts to address workforce shortages and improve access to care. Maple News reports that the province has proposed expanding its ‘As of Right’ framework to include 16 additional healthcare occupations, paving the way […]
Canada Maintains Strong Passport Ranking as U.S. Slips Out of Top 10
Canada continues to rank among the world’s most powerful passports, according to the latest Henley Passport Index released in October 2025. Maple News reports that Canada now holds the 9th position globally, granting citizens visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 183 international destinations. Although this represents a slight drop from its […]
Northwest Territories Gets Full 2025 Immigration Quota Restored After Ottawa Reversal
Maple News reports that the Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) has successfully regained its full allocation of 300 nominations for the 2025 Northwest Territories Nominee Program (NTNP), following an earlier federal decision that had cut the quota in half. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) previously reduced the NTNP […]
Canada’s Immigration Levels Plan for 2026–2028: What We Can Expect
Maple News reports that the Canadian government is preparing to unveil its latest Immigration Levels Plan, outlining national targets for permanent and temporary residents from 2026 to 2028. According to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), the new plan will be released by November 1, 2025. Each year, the Immigration […]
Prince Edward Island Issues 160 PNP Invitations in October 2025 Draw, Prioritizing Key Sectors
According to Maple News, Prince Edward Island issued 160 invitations in its latest Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw on October 17, 2025. All selections were made through the Labour Impact and Express Entry streams, as the province continues to align its immigration efforts with workforce demands and economic priorities. The […]
Canadians Support Immigration’s Economic Role, But Demand Better Government Oversight
Maple News reports that most Canadians continue to see immigration as essential to economic vitality, yet trust in the federal government’s ability to manage the system has declined sharply. These are the key insights from the 2025 Environics Institute Focus Canada survey, conducted in September, which reveals a complex mix […]
How U.S. Entrepreneurs Can Launch a New Life in Canada with the Start-Up Visa Program
Maple News reports that Canada’s Start-Up Visa (SUV) program is becoming an increasingly attractive option for U.S. entrepreneurs seeking a stable and inclusive environment to build innovative ventures. As political and economic uncertainty leads many Americans to explore international opportunities, Canada’s combination of business support, permanent residency access, and high […]
Canada’s Start-Up Visa: Your 2025 Guide to Immigrating as an Entrepreneur
Canada continues to position itself as a hub for global innovation through its Start-Up Visa (SUV) Program — an immigration pathway that enables entrepreneurs to obtain permanent residency by building high-potential businesses in the country. As immigration policies evolve, the SUV remains a standout option for driven founders aiming to […]
Northwest Territories Nominee Program Sees Allocation Restored to Support Economic Growth
Maple News reports that the federal government has restored the Northwest Territories’ Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) nomination allocation to 300 spots for 2025, a significant increase from the previously reduced total of 197. This move brings the territory’s allocation back to the level it held in 2024, marking a key […]
Canadian Passport Ranked One of the World’s Most Powerful for 2025
Maple News reports that Canada has been ranked among the world’s most powerful passports for 2025, according to the Henley Passport Index. Canada claimed the ninth position out of 199 global passports, granting Canadian citizens visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 183 destinations worldwide as of October 7, 2025. This strong […]
New Brunswick Issues Over 500 PNP Invitations in October Draws Across Key Immigration Streams
Maple News reports that between October 6 and 9, 2023, the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NB PNP) held three separate immigration draws, extending a total of 522 invitations to candidates under its Express Entry and Skilled Worker streams. These invitations were targeted at candidates with either existing employment in […]
University of Toronto Tops 2026 List of Best Canadian Universities
Maple News reports that the University of Toronto has once again secured the top spot in the 2026 Times Higher Education Canada University Rankings, maintaining its long-standing leadership in Canadian academia. The annual report evaluates universities based on teaching quality, research impact, international outlook, and industry income. The 2026 rankings […]