Maple News reports that the Canadian Immigration Lawyers Association (CILA) has released a detailed report calling for a major legislative overhaul of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA). According to CILA, the current IRPA, which has remained largely unchanged since its introduction in 2001, is outdated and no longer […]
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Express Entry 2024 Mid-Year Review: Key Changes, Fewer Invitations, and New Trends
Maple News reports that Canada’s Express Entry system has experienced substantial changes in the first six months of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023, signaling a shift in immigration priorities and selection strategies. Between January and June 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted 19 Express Entry […]
What International Students in Canada Need to Know About Summer Work Opportunities
Maple News reports that international students who choose to stay in Canada during the summer months have an opportunity to work and earn income—provided they understand and follow federal employment regulations tied to their study permits. To begin with, international students do not need a separate work permit to hold […]
Canada’s Most In-Demand LMIA Jobs in 2023 Revealed
Maple News reports that in 2023, Canada issued over 60,000 Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIAs), a key figure highlighting which job sectors are most actively recruiting international talent through the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP). An LMIA is a document that Canadian employers must secure before hiring foreign workers under […]
Canada Expands Dental Care Plan to Include Children and More Residents Starting June 27
Maple News reports that Canada’s public dental care initiative—the Canada Dental Care Plan (CDCP)—is set to expand its coverage on June 27, now including children under 18 from eligible households. Launched in late 2023 to support low- and middle-income Canadians, the CDCP is a multi-phase government program designed to ease […]
Canada to Grant Permanent Residency on Arrival for Caregivers Under New Pilot Programs
Maple News reports that Canada is set to launch two new pilot programs that will offer permanent residency to eligible caregivers upon their arrival in the country, a significant shift from the existing caregiver immigration process. This update comes ahead of the June 17 expiration of the current Home Child […]
Mastering the IELTS: Essential Strategies to Boost Your Score for Canadian Immigration
According to Maple News, achieving a high score on the IELTS exam is a critical step for individuals aiming to immigrate to Canada or pursue academic and professional opportunities in English-speaking environments. Recognized globally, IELTS scores are often key to unlocking permanent residency, obtaining work or study permits, and registering […]
Canada Holds First Canadian Experience Class Draw Since 2021, Invites 3,000 Candidates
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducted its first Canadian Experience Class (CEC)-specific Express Entry draw in nearly three years, issuing 3,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) on May 31. Eligible candidates needed a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 522 to be considered. This […]
Canada to Deploy AI and Automation to Accelerate Spousal Sponsorship Processing
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is rolling out advanced analytics and automation to enhance the efficiency of spousal and partner sponsorship applications under the family class immigration stream. The initiative involves the use of two newly developed tools aimed at streamlining the application process. The […]
Master the CAEL Exam: Your Step-by-Step Guide to Academic Success in Canada
Maple News reports that preparing for the Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL) Test has become more streamlined and supportive, thanks to a focused new study initiative called the CAEL Path to Success. Designed by Prometric, the test administrator, this program serves as a comprehensive roadmap for international students and professionals […]
British Columbia, Alberta, and Quebec Invite Skilled Immigrants in Latest Provincial Draws
Maple News reports that British Columbia (B.C.), Alberta, and Quebec have issued fresh invitations to immigration candidates this past week, continuing Canada’s ongoing efforts to attract skilled newcomers to support regional labor demands and demographic sustainability. Most provinces and territories in Canada operate Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs), designed to allow […]
IRCC Offers Guidance on Obtaining Police Certificates for Immigration Applications
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued comprehensive guidance on how immigration applicants can obtain a police certificate—a key document required in many immigration programs, including Express Entry and applications for permanent or temporary residence. A police certificate is an official statement confirming whether an […]
Do You Need a Language Test to Immigrate to Canada? Here’s What You Should Know
Maple News reports that language proficiency remains a key criterion for most of Canada’s economic immigration programs. If you’re planning to immigrate to Canada through one of these streams, chances are you’ll need to prove your ability to speak English or French by taking an approved language test. Immigration, Refugees […]
Canada Opens Community Selection for New Rural and Francophone Immigration Pilots
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is now accepting applications from communities interested in participating in two new immigration pilot programs: the Rural Community Immigration Pilot and the Francophone Community Immigration Pilot. These new initiatives, announced earlier this year, are designed to address Canada’s long-term economic […]
Super Visa vs. PGP: Exploring Canada’s Best Route for Reuniting Families
Maple News reports that on May 21st, Canada officially reopened the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP), a pathway allowing Canadian citizens and permanent residents to sponsor their parents or grandparents for permanent residency. However, for the fourth year in a row, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will continue to […]
Canada Expands Humanitarian Visa Program for Palestinian Families in Gaza
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is significantly expanding its humanitarian support for Palestinian families in Gaza by increasing the intake cap under a temporary special measure. This measure is designed to help reunite extended family members of Canadian citizens and permanent residents who are currently […]