Maple News reports that, as of June 21, 2021, individuals holding a valid Confirmation of Permanent Residence (COPR) are now permitted to travel to Canada and complete their immigration process. This long-anticipated policy shift comes after over a year of stringent COVID-19 travel restrictions that left thousands unable to enter […]
Canada Extends International Travel Restrictions Despite Vaccination Milestones
Maple News reports that the Canadian government has extended its international travel and U.S. land border restrictions until at least July 21, surprising many observers who expected a gradual reopening this summer. The announcement comes despite Canada’s strong progress in controlling COVID-19 and its rapid vaccination rollout. One significant update […]
Canada Reopens Borders to Approved Permanent Residents: What COPR Holders Need to Know
Maple News reports that as of June 21, 2021, Canada has reopened its borders to individuals holding a valid Confirmation of Permanent Residence (COPR). After over a year of pandemic-related delays, approximately 23,000 COPR holders who completed all steps of the immigration process can now enter Canada and officially become […]
Canada Prepares to Loosen Border Restrictions as Vaccination Rates Rise
Maple News reports that Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has indicated the country may soon ease more of its travel restrictions, citing accelerated vaccination efforts as a key factor. Speaking at a press conference on June 22, Trudeau stated that the timeline for reopening was rapidly approaching, saying, ‘We’re talking […]
Canada’s Provincial Nominee Programs Hold Steady: Key Updates from June 2021
Maple News reports that Canada’s Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) sustained a consistent level of activity throughout June 2021, continuing to play a pivotal role in the country’s immigration strategy. These programs remain a vital avenue for skilled foreign workers seeking permanent residency in Canada. With the exception of Quebec and […]
Canada Resets Express Entry Application Window to 60 Days
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has officially reverted the Express Entry application deadline from 90 days to 60 days, effective June 29, 2021. This adjustment marks a shift from a temporary COVID-19 measure originally introduced in March 2020 to provide applicants more time amid global […]
Immigration Canada Issues New Process for Expired COPR Holders to Re-Enter
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has released new instructions to assist individuals holding expired Confirmations of Permanent Residence (COPRs) in renewing their documents and proceeding with their immigration journeys to Canada. A COPR is a key document issued to individuals who have been approved to […]
Canada Eases Medical Exam Requirements for Some PR Applicants Already in the Country
Maple News reports that Canada has introduced a temporary policy exempting certain foreign nationals already residing in the country from completing a new immigration medical exam as part of their permanent residency application. The change is designed to streamline processing and help meet Canada’s ambitious immigration targets for 2021. According […]
Certified Translations for Canadian Immigration: A Key Step You Shouldn’t Overlook
Maple News reports that individuals applying for immigration to Canada must ensure that all their official documents are provided in either English or French—the country’s two official languages. If any original documents are in another language, applicants are required to submit certified translations as part of their application to Immigration, […]
Canada Eases Quarantine Rules Early for Fully Vaccinated Travellers
Maple News reports that Canada has implemented its relaxed border measures for fully vaccinated travellers nearly 24 hours ahead of its original schedule. As of July 5 at 12:01 a.m. Eastern Time, eligible travellers who are fully vaccinated no longer need to quarantine for 14 days or stay in a […]
Immigration and International Students Drive Canada’s Population Rebound in Early 2021
Maple News reports that Canada’s population saw its strongest quarterly growth since the pandemic began, thanks to a surge in immigration and the return of international students during the first quarter of 2021. According to data assessed by Maple News, immigration pushed Canada’s population up by 82,000 people in Q1 […]
Canada Day 2021: A Somber Celebration Amid Reflection and Reckoning
As Canada marked its 154th birthday in 2021, the usual patriotic celebrations gave way to quiet reflection and national introspection. Maple News reports that ongoing COVID-19 restrictions and a deep reckoning with the country’s colonial past significantly reshaped Canada Day events. With many provinces still under social distancing protocols, parades, […]
Canada Eyes July for Border Reopening as Vaccination Rates Soar
Maple News reports that Canada is approaching a critical turning point in its pandemic-era border policies. After renewing international travel restrictions month after month since March 2020, the federal government may begin lifting some of these barriers as soon as late July—provided vaccination milestones are met. Federal officials say at […]
Trudeau: Unvaccinated Tourists Won’t Be Allowed Into Canada Anytime Soon
Maple News reports that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has made it clear that Canada will continue to prioritize fully vaccinated international travelers in its phased border reopening plan. During a recent press conference held on July 8, Trudeau stated that unvaccinated tourists should not expect to be allowed entry to […]
Soaring Skyward: What International Airline Staff Should Know Before Entering Canada
Maple News reports that as global air travel rebounds from the impacts of the pandemic, international airlines are ramping up recruitment and resuming operations. With major players like Air Canada reinstating over 2,600 jobs and U.S.-based Delta Airlines planning to hire 1,000+ new pilots by summer next year, demand for […]
Canada Eases Travel Restrictions for Fully Vaccinated Travellers
Maple News reports that effective July 5, Canada has launched the first phase of its travel restriction rollback, introducing significant changes for fully vaccinated travellers entering the country. As of 12:01 a.m. Eastern Time on July 5, fully vaccinated individuals who are exempt from Canada’s border closures are no longer […]