Maple News reports that British Columbia has continued its strong push to attract international entrepreneurs, issuing up to 17 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in the province’s latest Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw held on July 8, 2025. This marks the fifth entrepreneur-targeted selection round of the year under the British […]
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Newfoundland and Labrador Extends 320 Provincial Immigration Invitations in Fourth 2025 Draw
Maple News reports that Newfoundland and Labrador has issued a total of 320 new immigration invitations through two of its key programs: the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP) and the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP). The latest selection round, held on June 24, 2025, marks the province’s fourth draw […]
Manitoba Issues 67 Invitations in Latest PNP Draw, Prioritizing International Graduates and Strategic Recruitment
Maple News reports that on July 10, 2025, the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) invited 67 immigration candidates in its latest Expression of Interest (EOI) Draw #249. The selections were made under two targeted streams: the International Education Stream and the Skilled Worker categories, highlighting Manitoba’s ongoing commitment to building […]
Newfoundland and Labrador Issues 320 Invitations to Strengthen Local Workforce
Maple News reports that Newfoundland and Labrador have issued 320 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residency in its latest immigration draw held on June 24, 2025. The draw targeted individuals with the skills and experience needed to support the province’s labour market and demographic growth. A total of 257 […]
How Nursing Supervisors Can Immigrate to Canada: Pathways, Licensing, and Career Advice
Nursing coordinators and supervisors—classified under NOC 31300—play a vital leadership role within Canada’s healthcare system. These professionals are responsible for coordinating patient care, evaluating services, and overseeing teams of nurses and allied staff. Given their importance to healthcare quality and patient safety, many provinces regularly list this occupation as in […]
Quebec Overhauls Skilled Immigration While Halting Family Sponsorships Until 2026
Maple News reports a sweeping transformation in Quebec’s immigration framework, marked by the launch of the new Skilled Worker Selection Program (PSTQ) and a controversial move to pause most family sponsorship applications for two years. These developments reflect the province’s recalibrated approach to immigration—one that sharply prioritizes labour market needs […]
Top Employers in Canada Hiring for Express Entry Category-Based Roles
Maple News reports that several leading Canadian employers are actively recruiting for roles aligned with Canada’s category-based Express Entry draws—an immigration pathway that targets skilled professionals in high-demand fields. Express Entry is Canada’s flagship system for managing economic immigration applications, and category-based draws allow Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) […]
International Student Cap Triggers 10,000 Job Losses Across Ontario Colleges
Ontario is facing a growing education and employment crisis, as an estimated 10,000 positions have been lost across the province’s college system following the federal government’s cap on international student permits, Maple News reports. The Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU), which represents thousands of college workers, attributes the mass […]
Quebec Suspends Family Sponsorship for Adult Relatives Until 2026
Maple News reports that the Quebec government has temporarily suspended new applications for certain family sponsorships under its family reunification program, effective until June 25, 2026. The measure affects those intending to sponsor a spouse, common-law or conjugal partner, or a dependent child aged 18 or older. The Ministry of […]
CanadaVisa+ Launches to Simplify and Accelerate PR Pathway for Newcomers
Maple News reports the launch of CanadaVisa+, a new digital tool designed to streamline and demystify the Canadian immigration process for those seeking permanent residency (PR). Developed to help users navigate the country’s complex immigration system, CanadaVisa+ offers a personalized, browser-based solution that identifies eligibility across more than 30 Express […]
Free Webinar: Master Banking in Canada as a Newcomer
Maple News reports that newcomers to Canada can take an important first step in managing their personal finances by joining an upcoming live webinar titled ‘Banking Basics in Canada: A Newcomer’s Guide to Getting Started’. Hosted by TD in partnership with Canada Visa, the session is designed specifically to help […]
Why Foreign Work Experience Can Fast-Track Your Express Entry Success
According to Maple News, candidates applying for Canadian permanent residence via the Express Entry system may significantly improve their Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores by leveraging foreign work experience — particularly when combined with strong language skills and Canadian work experience. Foreign work experience is evaluated under the CRS’s skill […]
Canada Issues 3,000 Invitations in Latest Canadian Experience Class Express Entry Draw
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 3,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in a new Express Entry draw targeting Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates. The July 8, 2025 draw required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 518—a slight decrease from the previous CEC draw […]
Quebec Reaches Sponsorship Limit for Spouses and Adult Dependents Until 2026
Maple News reports that Quebec has officially reached its cap on applications to sponsor spouses and adult dependent children for permanent residence, placing a temporary freeze on these categories until June 25, 2026. As of July 9, 2025, the provincial government will no longer accept applications for undertaking to sponsor […]
Mastering the CELPIP: 8 Practical Steps to Boost Your Speaking Score
Preparing for a high-stakes English language test like the CELPIP can often feel overwhelming — especially when it comes to the speaking section. Many test-takers report that speaking under pressure in a second language is one of the most challenging parts of the test. To help applicants succeed, Maple News […]
Canada Expands Support for Francophone Immigrants Through National Community Initiative
Maple News reports that Canada is set to broaden its support for French-speaking newcomers by formally rolling out the Welcoming Francophone Communities (WFCs) initiative between 2025 and 2026. The move represents a significant shift in Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s (IRCC) strategy to promote Francophone integration outside of Quebec. The […]