Maple News reports that the Government of Canada has introduced a temporary public policy to ease income requirements for family-class immigration sponsors affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. The intention behind this policy is to protect family reunification opportunities for Canadians who experienced financial hardship during the 2020 tax year. Under […]
Canada Reopens 2020 Parents and Grandparents Sponsorship Program
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has officially announced the launch of the 2020 intake process for the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP), offering Canadian citizens and permanent residents a renewed opportunity to bring close family members to Canada. The PGP allows eligible sponsors to apply […]
Canada Expands Travel Exemptions for Extended Family and Compassionate Visits
Maple News reports that Canada has unveiled detailed guidelines outlining who qualifies as ‘extended family’ under the current travel exemption policy, effective from October 8. This update enables more families to reunite amid pandemic-related travel restrictions, provided certain conditions are met. Extended family members are now allowed to enter Canada […]
Canada’s Immigration Numbers Dip in August 2020 Amid COVID-19 Disruptions
Maple News reports that Canada welcomed 11,315 new permanent residents in August 2020, marking a decline from the 13,645 admitted just a month earlier in July. The data, released by the Canadian government, highlights the ongoing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on immigration volumes. Compared to the same period in […]
How to Qualify for Canada’s Parent and Grandparent Sponsorship Program (PGP) 2020
Maple News reports that Canadian citizens and permanent residents looking to reunite with their parents and grandparents through immigration must meet a specific set of eligibility criteria under the 2020 Parent and Grandparent Program (PGP). The program’s application intake period runs from October 13 to November 3, 2020, and involves […]
Immigrant Employment Sees Significant Gains as Canada’s Economy Recovers
Maple News reports that immigrant employment in Canada continued its rebound in September, riding the wave of the country’s broader economic recovery. According to the latest data from Statistics Canada’s Labour Force Survey, employment across the country rose by 2.1% during the week of September 13 to 19—outpacing August’s 1.4% […]
Canada Reopens 2020 Parents and Grandparents Sponsorship Program
Maple News reports that Canada’s long-awaited Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) is now officially open for 2020. As of October 13th, Canadian citizens and permanent residents can submit an expression of interest to sponsor their parents or grandparents for permanent residency. The application intake window is open for three weeks […]
Majority of Canadians Say Immigration Makes the Country Stronger, Survey Finds
According to a new nationwide survey, most Canadians believe immigration contributes positively to the country’s development—economically, socially, and demographically. The study, conducted by the Environics Institute, reveals that public opinion on immigration has trended more favorably over the past year, reflecting growing support for inclusive immigration policies in Canada. Maple […]
Canada Reopens Sponsorship Program for Parents and Grandparents
Maple News reports that Canadian citizens and permanent residents once again have the opportunity to sponsor their parents and grandparents for permanent residency in Canada through the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP). The 2020 PGP intake period officially opened on October 13 and will close on November 3. This annual […]
Canada Extends U.S. Border Closure to November 21 Amid Ongoing COVID-19 Measures
Maple News reports that the Canada–United States land border will remain closed to non-essential travel for at least another month, following the latest announcement by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. In a social media update, Trudeau confirmed that the current border restrictions, first implemented in March 2020 in response to the […]
Ontario Shuts Down Foreign Worker Stream Registration After Reaching Capacity
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 […]