Category: Immigration Guidance

Maple News reports that many newcomers are drawn to entrepreneurship in Canada, but launching a business requires careful navigation of eligibility, planning, and compliance. Here is a practical five-step framework to help you start confidently. Legal eligibility: Confirm you can operate a business given your immigration status. You may be […]

Maple News reports on guidance from a Canadian immigration lawyer about the eleven mistakes Americans with Canadian ancestry should avoid when applying for a proof of Canadian citizenship. Even with eligibility by descent, errors can trigger returns, delays, or refusals, and processing times for proofs of citizenship are currently about […]

Maple News reports that on May 20, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) released its latest processing time estimates for newly submitted temporary residence applications, covering a two-week window from May 6 to May 20. The update shows a mix of gains and slowdowns across streams and regions. Notably, India […]

Maple News reports on a practical five-step roadmap for newcomers aiming to start a business in Canada. The guide covers legal eligibility, planning, registrations, taxes, and funding, while noting that eligibility depends on immigration status and rules vary by province. Step 1 — Confirm you can legally start a business. […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has introduced a temporary policy to shield unaccompanied minors—those under 18 with no parent or adult guardian in Canada—from two eligibility-blocking rules tied to refugee claims. The measure takes effect on May 19, 2026 and applies to claims where eligibility […]

Maple News reports that Canada amended its Citizenship Act on December 15, 2025, lifting the first-generation limit for citizenship by descent for anyone born before that date, effectively widening eligibility to millions of Americans with a Canadian ancestor. In a high-profile case, Shiloh Jolie and her mother Angelina Jolie became […]

Maple News reports that this spring, thousands of Americans are requesting official documents from vital statistics offices and archives to prove their eligibility for Canadian citizenship by descent, following Canada’s December decision to remove the generational cap. In December, Canada eliminated the generational limit on inheriting citizenship, opening eligibility for […]

Maple News reports that Canada finished 19th overall in the U.S. News & World Report 2026 Best Countries rankings. Switzerland secured the top spot this year, followed by Denmark and Sweden, while the United States placed 18th—one position ahead of Canada. Canada’s strongest performance came in Culture & Tourism, where […]

Maple News reports that Canada’s immigration department has issued new intake instructions for proof-of-Canadian-citizenship certificates sought by Canadian citizens by descent applying from outside Canada and the United States. Under the new rules, overseas applications are subject only to a minimal completeness check before processing. Applicants will only have their […]

Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has updated its guidance on LMIA-exempt work permits issued under the World Trade Organization’s General Agreement on Trade in Services (GATS). The update provides clearer rules for officers and applicants alike. The changes apply to professionals seeking entry under the […]

Maple News reports that millions of Americans may qualify for Canadian citizenship by descent. When applying for proof of citizenship, careful preparation can improve the odds of on-time processing and reduce the risk of delays, returns, or refusals. Maple News consulted Ala Bujac, a Canadian immigration lawyer at Cohen Immigration […]

Maple News reports a dramatic surge in requests at Prince Edward Island’s Public Archives and Records Office, driven by Americans seeking documents to prove Canadian ancestry after Bill C-3 removed the first-generation limit on citizenship by descent. The change, which took effect on December 15, 2025, opens eligibility to descendants […]

Maple News reports that Canada is expanding flexibility for refugees seeking resettlement, clarifying that applicants are not required to present an exit permit or proof of legal status in their host country to have their application processed. The exemption applies under the Immigration and Refugees Protection Act (IRPA) for issuing […]

Maple News reports that Canada’s processing time for proof of Canadian citizenship certificates has risen to about 12 months in the second quarter, following a major change to the Citizenship Act. The figure marks a sharp increase from July 2025, when the processing time was about five months. The surge […]

Maple News reports that the Canada Border Services Agency has permanently closed the Four Falls port of entry in New Brunswick. The crossing had previously operated seasonally and has been out of service since May 2020, when COVID-19 disruptions prompted temporary suspensions that were extended multiple times over the past […]

Maple News reports Elton John, a British citizen with deep personal and family ties to Canada, has publicly identified as Canadian by choice. The singer has partnered with Canadian filmmaker David Furnish for more than three decades, and the couple’s two children are Canadian citizens, underscoring the strength of his […]