Category: Immigration Guidance

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Maple News reports that Canada has introduced urgent immigration relief measures for individuals impacted by the escalating crisis in Haiti. On May 23, Immigration Minister Marc Miller announced a series of temporary policies intended to offer protection and support for Haitian nationals currently in Canada and select family members who […]

Maple News reports that Canada’s Immigration Minister, Marc Miller, has introduced new legislation aimed at expanding access to Canadian citizenship for children born abroad. The proposed legislation—Bill C-71, An Act to amend the Citizenship Act (2024)—seeks to eliminate the current first-generation restriction on citizenship by descent and restore status to […]

Canada is celebrating Citizenship Week 2024 from May 13 to 19, highlighting the rights, responsibilities, and privileges that come with being Canadian. As reported by Maple News, the week serves as a reflection point for both long-time and new Canadians to recognize what it means to be part of this […]

Maple News reports that on May 10, Immigration Minister Marc Miller met with provincial and territorial immigration leaders in Montreal to discuss pressing issues and shared priorities shaping the future of immigration in Canada. The meeting brought together members of the Federation of Ministers Responsible for Immigration (FMRI), a collaborative […]

Maple News reports that while many newcomers are eager to begin their journey to Canada, immigration application delays remain a barrier for thousands of applicants each year. Fortunately, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) provides clear guidance to help reduce the risk of these setbacks. By following a set of […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has introduced a temporary public policy allowing permanent residence (PR) applicants from Hong Kong to remain in Canada and continue working while awaiting a decision on their immigration status. This new measure, taking effect on May 27, 2024, targets residents […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is now processing proof of Canadian citizenship applications more quickly than before the COVID-19 pandemic. Currently, applicants may receive decisions within just three months, a significant improvement from previous processing times. This is welcome news for individuals born outside of […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has introduced a new system for calculating and displaying the expected processing times for certain immigration and citizenship applications. Rather than relying solely on historical data, the department will now use ‘forward-looking’ estimates to help applicants better understand how long […]

Maple News reports that the Canadian tax season is officially underway, with the deadline to file 2023 tax returns set for April 30, 2024. For many newcomers and international graduates working in Canada, this may mark their first time filing taxes—a process that may seem daunting but is packed with […]

Maple News reports that staying informed about your immigration application status is a key priority for many newcomers to Canada. Fortunately, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) offers several tools to help applicants keep track of their progress. One of the most widely used resources is the IRCC Secure Account, […]

Maple News reports that for many newcomers to Canada, finding a sense of belonging often begins with seeking out familiar cultural communities. Fortunately, Canada’s longstanding commitment to multiculturalism means that immigrants from around the world can expect to discover pockets of their own culture almost anywhere in the country. A […]

Maple News reports that many individuals navigating the online application system of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) often encounter various technical issues. Whether you’re applying for a work or study permit, permanent residency, or visiting Canada as a tourist, understanding and resolving these common digital hurdles is crucial to […]

Maple News reports that racialized immigrants in Canada—especially women—are reaching unprecedented levels of educational attainment, according to newly released data from Statistics Canada. The research, which analyzed 2006 and 2021 census data, focused on immigrants aged 25 to 64 and charted education levels by racialized group, gender, and immigration status. […]