Maple News reports that the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has officially closed the registration window for its Employer Job Offer: Foreign Worker stream after reaching the maximum number of registrants. The closure took effect shortly after the stream opened, as the quota was filled rapidly due to immense demand. […]
Thousands of Approved Immigrants Left in Limbo as Canada Delays Entry
Maple News reports that thousands of aspiring Canadian permanent residents remain stranded abroad due to pandemic-era disruptions, even after completing nearly all stages of the immigration process. Among them is Prashant Gupta, who received his Confirmation of Permanent Residence (COPR) in early 2020. He resigned from his job and booked […]
Canada Reaffirms Ambitious Immigration Goals Despite Pandemic Disruptions
Maple News reports that Canada remains committed to pursuing high immigration targets, even as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to disrupt global travel and reduce the arrival of new permanent residents. In early 2020, just days before nationwide lockdowns began, Immigration Minister Marco Mendicino announced Canada’s plan to welcome over one […]
OECD Urges Action to Prevent COVID-19 From Worsening Immigrant Integration Challenges
Maple News reports that immigrants and their children across OECD countries are facing a significantly harder time navigating the COVID-19 pandemic, with concerns mounting over a potential long-term integration crisis. The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has released a policy brief warning that without effective policy interventions, the […]
North Bay Launches New Immigration Stream Under RNIP Initiative
Maple News reports that North Bay, Ontario, has officially launched its stream under the Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP), becoming the eleventh Canadian community to activate this federally guided immigration pathway. The program went live on October 21, marking a key development in Canada’s efforts to attract skilled newcomers […]
Alberta Launches Two New Immigration Pathways for Global Graduates Aiming to Build Businesses
Maple News reports that Alberta is rolling out two new provincial immigration pathways designed to empower international graduates to establish businesses within the province, fostering economic diversification and job creation. The Alberta Immigrant Nominee Program (AINP) has officially launched the International Graduate Entrepreneur Immigration Stream as of October 26. This […]
Deadline Approaches for 2020 Parent and Grandparent Sponsorship Program
Maple News reports that Canadian citizens and permanent residents have until Tuesday, November 3, 2020, at 12:00 PM EST to submit their interest in sponsoring their parents or grandparents through the federal Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP). The PGP is a family reunification initiative offered by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship […]
Quebec Unveils New Immigration Pilot Programs to Address Labour Market Needs
Maple News reports that the Government of Quebec has announced the details of three new permanent immigration pilot programs set to launch in early 2021. These initiatives aim to address critical labour shortages in the province by attracting and retaining foreign talent with specialized skills. According to a draft regulation […]
Quebec Unveils New Immigration Pilots to Tackle Labor Shortages in Key Sectors
Maple News reports that the Quebec government has announced the launch of three new permanent immigration pilot programs, designed to attract and retain skilled workers in sectors experiencing labor shortages. The measures were officially published in the Gazette officielle du Québec on October 28, 2020, with a 45-day consultation period […]
Canada Reopens Parent and Grandparent Sponsorship Program with Relaxed Income Rules for 2020
Maple News reports that Canada’s federal government has officially reopened the Parent and Grandparent Sponsorship Program (PGP) for 2020, reaffirming its commitment to keeping families together. Canadian citizens and permanent residents now have until November 3, 2020, to submit an online interest to sponsor their parents and grandparents and help […]
Canada Clarifies Dual Intent for Spousal Sponsorship and Visitor Visa Applicants
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has released updated guidelines clarifying how dual intent affects spousal and common-law sponsorship applicants who are also applying for a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV). The concept of dual intent allows foreign nationals to legally apply for both temporary and permanent […]
STEM Immigrants in Canada Face Greater Employment and Wage Gaps Compared to U.S.
Maple News reports that immigrants with university degrees in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields in the United States experience better employment outcomes and higher earnings compared to their counterparts in Canada, according to a recent study by Statistics Canada. The study examined the economic trajectories of immigrants aged […]
Canada’s Population Growth Driven by Immigration Amid Record-Low Birth Rate
Maple News reports that Canada’s fertility rate hit a historic low in 2019, with only 1.47 births per woman on average—far below the 2.1 threshold needed to maintain a stable population without immigration. This marks the lowest total fertility rate on record, continuing a trend that has held since 1971. […]
Canada Sets Historic Immigration Targets Through 2023, Aiming for Over 1.2 Million Newcomers
Maple News reports that Canada has unveiled its ambitious 2021–2023 Immigration Levels Plan, targeting a record number of new permanent residents over the next three years. The plan outlines the highest immigration targets in Canadian history, demonstrating the country’s commitment to economic growth, population sustainability, and multicultural development despite global […]
Canada Extends COVID-19 Travel Restrictions Amid Ambitious Immigration Expansion
Maple News reports that Canada has officially extended its COVID-19 travel restrictions until November 30th, maintaining its cautious stance on border control even as it announces an ambitious new immigration plan. These restrictions, first implemented in March, limit entry into Canada for non-essential travel, including tourism, recreation, and entertainment. The […]
Canada to Resume Lottery System for Parent and Grandparent Sponsorship in 2021
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will continue using a randomized lottery system to select sponsors for the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) in 2021. The process follows the same model used during the 2020 intake period, aiming to ensure fairness and manage high demand. According […]