Category: Immigration Guidance

Maple News reports that starting February 15, Canada will implement stricter COVID-19 testing measures at land border crossings, requiring travellers to present a negative PCR test taken within 72 hours prior to entry. The move mirrors existing protocols already in place for air travellers and aims to curb the spread […]

Maple News reports that Canada welcomed 184,370 new permanent residents in 2020, marking a significant decline in immigration levels due to global disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. This figure represents the lowest number of new immigrants admitted to Canada in over two decades, dating back to 1998 when just […]

Maple News reports that starting February 22, travelers arriving in Canada by air will be required to quarantine in a government-approved hotel for up to three days at their own expense—estimated at approximately $2,000. This new mandate is part of strengthened border measures aimed at slowing the spread of COVID-19 […]

Maple News reports that a new study reveals immigrants and racialized communities in Ottawa have faced a significantly higher risk of COVID-19 exposure and impact compared to the general population. The findings come from a report titled The Impact of COVID-19 on Immigrants and Racialized Communities in Ottawa, which is […]

Maple News reports that Canada has implemented strict COVID-19 testing regulations for all international travellers aged five and over. Effective since February 22, these measures require all incoming travellers to present a negative COVID-19 test result before entering the country, regardless of their vaccination status. Travellers must provide proof of […]

Maple News reports that the Canadian government has released an official list of hotels approved to accommodate international air travelers for the mandatory quarantine period. As of February 22, all passengers arriving by air in Canada are required to take a COVID-19 test upon landing and quarantine in one of […]

Maple News reports that the Business Council of Canada has issued a strong call to action ahead of the federal budget, urging policymakers to prioritize skilled immigration and workforce development as key pillars of Canada’s long-term economic growth and recovery. In an open letter addressed to Deputy Prime Minister and […]

Maple News reports that thousands of newly approved permanent residents remain barred from entering Canada, despite having successfully navigated the country’s rigorous immigration process. These individuals, many of whom were granted Confirmation of Permanent Residence (COPR) documents after March 18, 2020, have passed the required medical, security, and background checks. […]

Maple News reports that travel restrictions on the Canada-U.S. border will remain in place until at least April 21, following an announcement from Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. The extension, which affects all non-essential travel, continues a year-long policy aimed at curbing the spread of COVID-19 across North America. The Prime […]

Maple News reports that the Canadian government has been actively working to attract more French-speaking immigrants to provinces and territories outside of Quebec, in an effort to preserve and revitalize the country’s linguistic duality. While Quebec remains the primary destination for francophone newcomers—being the only province where French is the […]

Maple News reports that Canada continues to take significant steps to attract French-speaking immigrants to communities outside of Quebec, reinforcing its commitment to maintaining the country’s bilingual identity. While Quebec remains the primary destination for Francophone newcomers—with approximately 80% of its population speaking French as a first language—federal and provincial […]

Maple News reports that Canadian Member of Parliament Christine Normandin has called on the federal government to take urgent action for thousands of foreign nationals who hold approved Confirmations of Permanent Residence (COPRs) but remain unable to enter Canada due to ongoing travel restrictions. In a formal letter addressed to […]

Maple News reports that a pioneering research initiative could soon reshape how newcomers choose where to settle in Canada. A potential new tool, called GeoMatch, is being developed to help immigrants identify which Canadian cities may offer them the greatest chance of professional and economic success. Currently, the vast majority […]

Maple News reports that in 2020, Canada’s population growth rate dropped to its lowest level since 1916—a direct result of increased mortality and a significant decline in immigration due to the COVID-19 pandemic. According to recent data from Statistics Canada, the population grew by only 0.4%, marking a historic slowdown […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has updated its processing timelines to reflect ongoing delays resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. IRCC continues to operate at full capacity, but the department acknowledges that backlogs remain across multiple application streams due to pandemic-related disruptions. The department is giving […]

Maple News reports that Canada has updated its immigration policy to allow temporary residents to change the sex or gender identifier on their official immigration documents. This initiative is part of the government’s broader effort to uphold and promote the human rights of LGBTQ2+ individuals in alignment with contemporary values […]