Category: Immigration Guidance

Maple News reports that most individuals who earned income and maintained residential ties to Canada in 2024 are required to file a Canadian income tax return by April 30, 2025. This includes a wide range of people—not just Canadian citizens and permanent residents, but also many foreign workers, international students, […]

Maple News reports that Canada’s Agri-Food Immigration Pilot has officially closed to new applicants, marking the end of a significant pathway to permanent residency for foreign workers in the agriculture and food processing sectors. As of February 13, 2025, the pilot reached its full quota of applications for the year, […]

Filing your first income tax return in Canada can feel daunting, especially for newcomers. But according to Maple News, understanding the basics of the Canadian tax system can help you access financial benefits and avoid penalties—whether you’ve earned income or not. If you’re considered a resident of Canada for tax […]

Maple News reports that Canada’s immigration department, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), has made further progress in reducing its application backlog. As of January 31, 2025, the total number of backlog applications stood at 892,100—marking the second consecutive month the figure has remained under one million. This number reflects […]

Maple News reports that Elon Musk, the tech billionaire behind Tesla, SpaceX, and owner of X (formerly Twitter), is a citizen of three countries: South Africa, the United States, and Canada. But his Canadian citizenship, long viewed as a footnote in his biography, is now the target of public debate. […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has extended key temporary immigration support for Ukrainian nationals through the Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET). Under this extension, Ukrainians who arrived in Canada on or before March 31, 2024, can apply to extend their work permits, study permits, […]

Maple News reports that newcomers to Canada often face an unfamiliar financial system as they begin building their new lives. One of the first practical steps is setting up a bank account to manage everyday expenses and begin establishing financial credibility. In Canada, opening the right type of bank accounts […]

Maple News reports that Canadians are increasingly concerned about the state of the country’s healthcare system, with a shortage of medical professionals pushing wait times to historic highs. According to new research, 6.5 million Canadians currently lack access to a family doctor — a problem that continues to fuel widespread […]

Maple News reports that February 15 marks the 60th anniversary of Canada’s iconic red-and-white maple leaf flag — a powerful emblem of national pride and unity. Although today it’s instantly recognizable worldwide, the journey to Canada’s current national flag was shaped by decades of historical evolution and debate. Before 1965, […]

Maple News reports that an increasing number of U.S.-based H-1B visa holders are exploring Canadian immigration options as a simpler and often quicker alternative to obtaining U.S. permanent residency. Given challenges like restrictive quotas, long wait times, and country-based backlogs in America’s green card system, Canada’s more transparent and merit-based […]

Maple News reports that having a criminal record—even from many years ago—could make you inadmissible to Canada as a foreign national. In fact, Canadian immigration law allows border officers to deny entry to anyone who is not a Canadian citizen if they are deemed “criminally inadmissible.” Criminal inadmissibility is determined […]

Maple News reports that while retirement might feel like a distant concern for newcomers arriving in Ontario, laying the foundation for a financially secure future should begin early. The transition to a new country comes with many immediate challenges—settling in, securing employment, and adapting to a new culture. Yet, understanding […]

Maple News reports that for newcomers settling in Canada, understanding the real cost of living is essential — not just to survive, but to thrive. While Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) requires immigrants to show settlement funds to help cover basic expenses, these amounts often fall short of what’s […]

Maple News reports that understanding and managing your credit score is an essential part of settling successfully in Canada, especially for newcomers navigating unfamiliar financial systems. A credit score — a three-digit number ranging from 300 to 900 — helps lenders assess your financial reliability. The higher your score, the […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has officially launched the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP), a new pathway to permanent residence tailored for foreign nationals interested in contributing to smaller Canadian communities facing economic and labour gaps. Unveiled on January 30, RCIP will facilitate the immigration […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has officially launched a new immigration initiative— the Francophone Community Immigration Pilot (FCIP)—designed to attract French-speaking candidates to communities outside the province of Quebec. First announced in March 2024, with additional details released in December 2023, the FCIP targets newcomers […]