Category: Immigration Guidance

A fresh report from Statistics Canada reveals that non-permanent residents (NPRs) make up a far smaller portion of Canada’s homeownership landscape than many might assume, despite ongoing debates about immigration and housing affordability. According to the data collected by the Canadian Housing Statistics Program and released on December 11, 2025, […]

Canada’s population registered a rare decline in the third quarter of 2025, according to preliminary data released by Statistics Canada. The drop—amounting to 76,068 people or 0.2%—marks the first decrease observed in the country’s quarterly population estimates for the year. Maple News reports that this contraction was driven primarily by […]

Maple News reports that Bill C-3, a landmark amendment to the Citizenship Act, officially came into effect on December 15, 2025. The legislation corrects longstanding issues that left thousands of individuals, often referred to as ‘lost Canadians,’ without the citizenship they should have rightfully inherited. This reform addresses the first-generation […]

Maple News reports that navigating Canada’s financial system is one of the first and most critical challenges faced by newcomers settling into their new lives. Questions around borrowing, credit scores, and choosing appropriate financial products are common, yet essential to building a successful life in Canada. To support immigrants in […]

According to Maple News, French-speaking immigrants with mid-level language proficiency may already be eligible for several Canadian permanent residence (PR) programs. In a strategic move to increase Francophone representation outside Quebec, the federal government aims to have French-speaking newcomers make up 10.5% of annual PR admissions by 2028, up from […]

Maple News reports: Choosing to immigrate to Canada is a major life decision that often involves navigating complex legal processes. As a result, many applicants opt to work with immigration representatives to enhance their chances of success. However, hiring the right professional can make a significant difference in your journey. […]

Maple News reports that several high-profile American celebrities—including Madonna, Hillary Clinton, and Viggo Mortensen—are now eligible for Canadian citizenship under a newly approved amendment to the Citizenship Act. Bill C-3, passed by the federal government on November 20, removes the long-standing first-generation limit (FGL) on citizenship by descent. The FGL, […]

Maple News reports that proposed amendments to Bill C-12—Canada’s sweeping border and immigration reform legislation—seek to significantly limit the federal government’s executive authority over immigration processes. Bill C-12, titled “An Act respecting certain measures relating to the security of Canada’s borders and the integrity of the Canadian immigration system,” originally […]

Moving to Canada marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter, but it also brings a number of important financial decisions. One key area newcomers often encounter early is borrowing—whether it’s taking out a loan, building credit, or managing living expenses. Maple News explores five essential tips to help newcomers […]

Maple News reports that temporary residents in Canada may enhance their chances of securing permanent residency (PR) by exploring immigration options in other provinces through Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs). While some PNPs require applicants to already reside in the province, several offer opportunities to candidates living elsewhere in Canada—or even […]

The Canadian federal government has announced an increase in several immigration-related fees, taking effect on December 1, 2025. According to Maple News, these adjustments will affect inadmissibility applications and the International Experience Canada (IEC) work permit processing fee. Applicants who submit their applications online and pay the current fees before […]

Maple News reports that Canada is set to introduce several new immigration pathways in 2026 to accelerate the transition from temporary to permanent residency (PR). These policies, outlined in the federal Immigration Levels Plan 2026–2028, reflect the government’s broader objective to integrate more temporary residents already contributing to Canadian society. […]

Maple News reports that for newcomers settling in Canada, building financial stability often begins with understanding the country’s most powerful savings tools: the Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) and the Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP). Both offer significant tax advantages but serve different financial goals, making it essential to choose the […]

Maple News reports that Canada is poised to extend citizenship rights to thousands of individuals previously excluded under legislation known as the first-generation limit (FGL). On November 19, 2025, Bill C-3—An Act to amend the Citizenship Act—passed its third reading in the Senate and is now awaiting royal assent before […]

Maple News reports that Canada is unlikely to meet its permanent resident (PR) admissions goal for 2025, with current figures pointing to a shortfall of more than 43,000 newcomers by the end of the year. As of August 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has admitted 276,870 new permanent […]

According to Maple News, Canada is set to launch a new temporary-to-permanent residence (TR to PR) immigration pathway, and preparing your application documents early could make all the difference in successfully securing permanent residency. When Canada opened a similar TR to PR pathway back in 2021, the application cap was […]