Category: Immigration Guidance

Canadian citizenship marks an important milestone in your immigration journey, offering a secure legal status and a full suite of rights and responsibilities. Unlike permanent residency, citizenship cannot be lost simply by living abroad, giving holders peace of mind and long-term stability. According to Maple News, citizenship symbolizes deeper integration […]

To become a Canadian citizen, applicants must demonstrate the ability to communicate in one of Canada’s two official languages—English or French. According to Maple News, this requirement ensures new citizens can effectively engage in Canadian society, from navigating everyday interactions to participating in the workforce and public life. The minimum […]

Maple News reports that key amendments have been approved for Bill C-3, a proposed Canadian law aimed at restoring citizenship rights to so-called ‘Lost Canadians’—individuals excluded from citizenship due to historical legislative gaps. The federal government faces a strict deadline of November 21, following a 2023 Ontario Superior Court ruling […]

Maple News reports that individuals born outside of Canada to a Canadian grandparent may now be eligible to apply for a discretionary grant of Canadian citizenship, thanks to recent interim measures introduced by the federal government. Under a policy adjustment launched in March 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) […]

Maple News reports that newcomers to Canada can now gain essential insights into the Canadian credit system through a free, live webinar dedicated to credit building. Hosted in collaboration with CanadaVisa and TD Bank, this virtual event is scheduled for Thursday, November 6, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. EST, and is […]

Maple News reports that newcomers to Canada can now gain valuable financial insights through an exclusive live webinar designed to explain the fundamentals of credit building in Canada. Hosted by CanadaVisa in partnership with TD Bank Group, the virtual session aims to help new arrivals navigate the Canadian credit system […]

Maple News reports that newcomers to Canada can now gain a clearer understanding of the Canadian credit system through an upcoming live educational webinar presented by CanadaVisa in collaboration with TD Bank. Scheduled for Thursday, November 6, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. EST, this free session aims to demystify how credit […]

Canada continues to rank among the world’s most powerful passports, according to the latest Henley Passport Index released in October 2025. Maple News reports that Canada now holds the 9th position globally, granting citizens visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 183 international destinations. Although this represents a slight drop from its […]

Maple News reports that the Canadian government is preparing to unveil its latest Immigration Levels Plan, outlining national targets for permanent and temporary residents from 2026 to 2028. According to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), the new plan will be released by November 1, 2025. Each year, the Immigration […]

Maple News reports that most Canadians continue to see immigration as essential to economic vitality, yet trust in the federal government’s ability to manage the system has declined sharply. These are the key insights from the 2025 Environics Institute Focus Canada survey, conducted in September, which reveals a complex mix […]

Maple News reports that Canada has been ranked among the world’s most powerful passports for 2025, according to the Henley Passport Index. Canada claimed the ninth position out of 199 global passports, granting Canadian citizens visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 183 destinations worldwide as of October 7, 2025. This strong […]

Maple News reports that international students who graduate from Canadian institutions have a wide array of pathways to apply for permanent residence (PR), thanks to a diverse suite of federal and provincial immigration programs tailored to meet various qualifications and regional demands. At the federal level, the Express Entry system […]

Maple News reports that proposed amendments to Bill C-3, which aims to revise the Citizenship Act, could significantly limit the ability of Canadians to pass citizenship to their children born or adopted abroad. If passed, the new legislation would raise the bar for acquiring Canadian citizenship by descent, particularly affecting […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has officially extended the Federal Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot (EMPP) through December 31, 2025. The program, originally set to close mid-year, will continue to offer skilled refugees and displaced individuals a pathway to Canadian permanent residence under the economic immigration […]

Maple News reports that Canada is set to continue and expand a series of immigration pilot programs in 2025 to address workforce shortages, promote regional development, and support underrepresented communities. These pilot initiatives, sponsored by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), provide alternative pathways to permanent residence for skilled workers, […]

Maple News reports that for newcomers settling into life in Canada, understanding the personal tax system is an essential step toward financial stability and accessing important government benefits. Filing a personal income tax return each year is more than just a formality — it helps determine if you owe taxes, […]