Category: Immigration Guidance

Maple News reports that the Canadian government has officially extended its ban on foreign homeownership for an additional two years, moving the prohibition’s expiry date to January 1, 2027. The policy is part of an ongoing effort to improve housing affordability for Canadian citizens and permanent residents amid an ongoing […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has officially begun accepting the Pearson Test of English (PTE) Core as an approved English language test for Canadian immigration as of January 30, 2024. This marks a significant expansion of language test options for prospective immigrants, although the PTE […]

Maple News reports that Canada welcomed 471,550 new permanent residents in 2023, exceeding its annual immigration target by over 6,000 newcomers. The latest figures released by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) indicate the country continues to push ahead with ambitious immigration goals laid out in its 2023–2025 Immigration Levels […]

Maple News reports that Canadian permanent residents (PRs) are allowed to travel outside Canada after submitting their citizenship application. However, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) outlines specific conditions applicants must meet to maintain both their PR status and eligibility for citizenship while abroad. First and foremost, only permanent residents […]

Maple News reports that for many newcomers to Canada, the citizenship ceremony marks a profound milestone—the moment they officially become Canadian citizens. As of 2021, approximately 80% of eligible permanent residents opted to take this step, underscoring the shared value placed on belonging, commitment, and national identity. Citizenship ceremonies take […]

Maple News reports that for newcomers settling in Canada, one of the most important first steps is setting up a reliable banking foundation. Understanding how the Canadian banking system works can help new residents manage finances effectively, build credit, and begin their new life with financial confidence. To begin, newcomers […]

Maple News reports that Canada’s healthcare system is under increasing pressure, fueled by a population surge of more than five million people over the past decade and a minimal expansion in medical training opportunities. Despite this significant growth, only 167 new medical residency positions have been added across the country, […]

Maple News reports that as of January 30, 2024, the Pearson Test of English (PTE) Core is now officially accepted by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) for a wide range of immigration pathways. This decision offers prospective immigrants another English language testing option, enhancing flexibility and accessibility on their […]

Maple News reports that the First Home Savings Account (FHSA), introduced by Canada’s federal government in April 2023, is a promising financial tool designed to help first-time homebuyers, particularly newcomers to Canada, save for a down payment using tax-advantaged contributions. The FHSA combines key benefits of both the Registered Retirement […]

Maple News reports that a new study from Desjardins Economic Studies underscores the importance of expanding skilled immigration to address critical labour shortages in Canada’s construction sector. The findings, released amidst a growing housing affordability crisis, suggest that attracting qualified newcomers could be a vital part of the solution. The […]

Maple News reports that immigrants who arrived in Canada during the second year of the COVID-19 pandemic saw stronger initial earnings than those who came before the pandemic. According to a new Statistics Canada report released on January 22, newcomers who landed in 2020 recorded the highest median entry wages […]

Maple News reports that becoming a Canadian permanent resident (PR) brings with it a surprising number of lesser-known but highly valuable benefits—well beyond the ability to live, study, and work in Canada. While many newcomers pursue permanent residency for stability and long-term opportunities, PR status opens doors in ways they […]

Maple News reports that newcomers to Canada who have lost, had stolen, or damaged their official immigration documents must follow a specific process set by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to request a replacement. This procedure is essential to ensure individuals can continue to legally stay, work or study […]

Maple News reports that while most people associate immigration inadmissibility with criminal history, medical issues render over 1,000 applicants ineligible to enter Canada each year, according to data from Statistics Canada. In fact, immigration law requires all permanent residence applicants, and some applicants for temporary visas, to undergo a medical […]

Maple News reports that the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) has released a comprehensive recap of housing market trends from 2023, along with projections for 2024—a critical resource for both Canadian residents and new immigrants navigating one of the country’s most pressing challenges: housing affordability. The CMHC, a federal […]

Maple News reports that public support for high levels of immigration to Canada saw a notable decline in 2023, according to recent polling data from Leger, Nanos, and the Environics Institute. These findings come at a time when immigration continues to play a vital role in Canada’s population and economic […]