Maple News | Ottawa | August 2025 As Parliament debates the sweeping immigration legislation known as Bill C‑2, a growing chorus of concern is emerging—not only from refugee advocates but also from Canada’s entrepreneurial and business immigration sector. While the bill is officially framed as a “border security modernization” measure, […]
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Start‑Up Visa Delays Leave Entrepreneurs in Limbo, CBC Reports
Hamilton, ON — CBC reports that Canada’s Start‑Up Visa (SUV) program—meant to fast‑track permanent residency for innovative entrepreneurs—is now facing severe delays, leaving many founders stalled and uncertain. Main Findings from CBC Legal Breakthrough: Mandamus for Long‑Pending Applicants MapleNews.org Commentary: Q1 2025 Freeze Signals Reform Need What Applicants Should Do Why […]
Start-up Visa Slowdown Signals Urgency for Immigration Reform
Maple News – July 2025 | Ottawa As Canada continues to position itself as a global destination for innovation and entrepreneurship, troubling signs are emerging from the latest immigration data. According to newly published IRCC figures, the number of approved permanent residents under the Start-up Visa (SUV) program has declined […]
Canada Invests $3.2 B in Newcomer Support to Ease Labour Shortages
Ottawa (July 23, 2025) – The federal government has announced an investment of over $3.2 billion over the next three years to expand services that help new immigrants settle and find jobs, in a bid to tackle labour shortages across the country. The funding, unveiled by Immigration Minister Lena Metlege Diab, […]
Canada’s Federal Court Sends Positive Signal: Start-Up Visa Is a Golden Path for Global Entrepreneurs
An Interview with Immigration Consultant Leila Abbaszadeh, RCIC Maple News sat down with Leila Abbaszadeh, a leading Canadian immigration consultant (RCIC), to discuss a recent landmark decision from the Federal Court (2025 FC 671) and what it means for Start-Up Visa (SUV) applicants and future entrepreneurs eyeing Canada as […]
Forecast for December Express Entry ITAs: What to Expect
Canada’s Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is gearing up for the final round of Express Entry Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for 2024. Based on trends from previous years, an estimated 3,522 ITAs might be issued in December, aligning with the nation’s immigration goals for 2025. How Are ITAs Estimated? […]
IRCC Conducts First French-Language Express Entry Draw of December
Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has invited 800 candidates in a category-based Express Entry draw focused on French-language proficiency. This draw, held on December 3, required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 466. This is the second Express Entry draw of the month, following a Provincial Nominee […]
Express Entry Update: Highlights from November and December 2024
The latest trends in Canada’s Express Entry system offer insights into recent immigration draws and the composition of candidates in the pool. Recent Express Entry Draws In November, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held six Express Entry draws, inviting candidates under various categories such as the Provincial Nominee Program […]
December 2024: Insights into Canada’s Express Entry Trends
Canada’s immigration system has seen dynamic shifts in the Express Entry pool in recent months, reflecting key priorities for targeted immigration. Key Trends in December Express Entry Draws The first two Express Entry draws of December continued the patterns observed in recent months, prioritizing candidates in the Provincial Nominee Program […]
Working at Foreign Events in Canada: What You Need to Know About Work Permits
As international conferences and events return to Canada this summer, many visitors from around the world are attending events that cover various sectors like technology, business, and agriculture. If you plan to work at such foreign events, it’s essential to understand the entry requirements and the necessary permits to legally […]
Five Lucrative Part-Time Job Opportunities for International Students in Canada in 2024
With the recent reintroduction of limits on the number of hours international students in Canada can work, it’s important for students to maximize their employment opportunities within the 24-hour workweek cap starting in September 2024. The following five part-time job options are well-suited to international students looking to earn a […]
Reforms to the Temporary Foreign Worker Program Amid Growing Scrutiny
By Asheesh Moosapeta | Published: August 20, 2024 The Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) is under intense scrutiny, prompting both Canada’s Immigration Minister and the Minister of Employment, Workforce Development, and Official Languages to take action against employers who exploit the system. The ministers are considering several reforms aimed at […]
Canada to Halt Low-Wage LMIA Processing for Some Cities in Temporary Foreign Worker Program
Canada’s government has announced that, starting September 26, 2024, it will no longer process Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIAs) for low-wage positions within the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) in certain census metropolitan areas (CMAs). This decision comes as part of an effort to prioritize Canadian workers in areas with […]
Canada Ends Policy Allowing Visitors to Apply for Work Permits from Within the Country
Effective August 28, 2024, visitors in Canada are no longer permitted to apply for job-supported work permits while staying in the country. This temporary policy, initially introduced in August 2020, was aimed at helping individuals who could not return home due to COVID-19-related border closures. It also served to address […]
Understanding Maintained Status for Staying in Canada Beyond Your Permit’s Expiry
If your current Canadian permit is nearing its expiration and you wish to remain in the country, you might be eligible for maintained status. This status allows you to continue living in Canada under the terms of your expired permit while awaiting a decision on your extension application. However, it’s […]
IRCC Launches New LMIA-Exempt Work Permit for Select Tech Companies in Canada
The Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has rolled out a new work permit initiative as part of the Innovation Stream under the International Mobility Program (IMP). This is a key component of Canada’s Tech Talent Strategy, aimed at attracting skilled foreign professionals to bolster the country’s position as a […]