Maple News reports that international tech professionals aiming to settle in British Columbia have a streamlined immigration pathway through the BC PNP Tech program — a dedicated stream under the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) designed to fast-track skilled tech workers to permanent residency in Canada. Previously a […]
Canada’s Film and TV Industry Surges Amid Ongoing Pandemic Recovery
Maple News reports that Canada’s film and television sector is experiencing a significant resurgence, even amid pandemic-related challenges. Since reopening in the summer of 2020, the industry has not only bounced back but is now experiencing a surge in productions from coast to coast. In Ontario alone, 87 major film […]
Alberta Invites 191 Express Entry Candidates with Minimum CRS Score of 300
Maple News reports that the province of Alberta conducted a new Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw on June 5, issuing invitations to 191 Express Entry candidates. Candidates were selected through the Alberta Express Entry Stream, a pathway allowing the province to nominate individuals with skills to support local labor market […]
Manitoba Issues 142 Provincial Nomination Invitations in June 7 PNP Draw
Maple News reports that Manitoba has invited 142 immigration candidates to apply for a provincial nomination through its latest Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw held on June 7, 2024. The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) offers a vital path to permanent residency for skilled workers and international graduates aiming to […]
Visitors in Canada Can Now Apply for Work Permits Without Leaving the Country
Maple News reports that international visitors currently in Canada with a valid job offer are now eligible to apply for a work permit without having to exit and re-enter the country — a significant shift in immigration policy that took effect on August 24. Under the new temporary measure announced […]
Canada Now Allows Visitors with Job Offers to Apply for Work Permits Without Leaving the Country
Maple News reports that international visitors currently in Canada can now apply for an employer-specific work permit without the need to leave the country, thanks to a significant update from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). The new policy came into effect on August 24 and is expected to make […]
October Marks a Defining Month for Canada’s Immigration Future
Maple News reports that October will be a pivotal month for Canada’s immigration landscape, as two significant developments are expected to influence policy and planning for years to come. First, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is set to release its 2024–2026 Immigration Levels Plan by November 1, as mandated […]
Canada Doubles Down on Immigration Ambitions Despite Pandemic Disruptions
Maple News reports that while 2020 saw unprecedented challenges for global mobility due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Canada remains firmly committed to its long-term immigration goals—even amid ongoing restrictions. Before the pandemic hit in March 2020, Canada was on track to welcome another high intake of immigrants, having brought in […]
Federal Court Affirms Mixed-Orientation Relationships Under Canadian Immigration Law
Maple News reports on a landmark Canadian immigration case that is reshaping traditional definitions of family, partnership, and sexual identity within Canada’s legal framework. In A.P. v. Canada (Citizenship and Immigration), 2020 FC 906, the Federal Court of Canada overturned a prior decision that denied the legitimacy of a mixed-orientation […]
Temporary Residents in Canada Can Apply to Extend Stay Due to Travel Challenges
Maple News reports that foreign nationals currently in Canada under temporary resident status may be eligible to extend their stay, especially if they are unable to leave the country due to restricted international travel. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has detailed the process for applying for an extension and […]
Canada Extends Policy Allowing Visitors to Apply for Work Permits Without Leaving the Country
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has extended a temporary public policy that allows foreign nationals already in Canada on visitor status to apply for an employer-specific work permit without needing to leave the country. Originally introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic in August 2020, the measure […]
Canada Eases Entry Rules for Amateur Athletes Competing in International Events
Maple News reports that Canada has introduced special exemptions for high-performance amateur athletes and their support staff, allowing them to enter the country despite ongoing COVID-19 travel restrictions. This tailored policy is part of Canada’s effort to support international sporting events while maintaining public health safeguards. Under this exemption, foreign […]
Federal Court Upholds Five-Year Ban for Misrepresentation in Canadian Immigration Case
Maple News reports that a recent Federal Court decision underscores the serious consequences of misrepresentation in Canadian immigration applications, even when claimed to be unintentional. The case involved Carmen Muniz, a citizen of Mexico, who was found inadmissible to Canada for five years after failing to disclose a previous visa […]
Long-Time Canadian Permanent Resident Deported Over Criminal Convictions
Maple News reports that Adina Harms-Barbour, a German citizen who had lived in Canada for nearly five decades, has been deported after being found inadmissible due to serious criminality — a decision that underscores the sharp legal distinction between Canadian permanent residents and citizens. Harms-Barbour arrived in Canada in 1975 […]
Quebec Holds Steady on 2021 Immigration Targets Amid Pandemic Recovery Plan
Maple News reports that the Government of Quebec has confirmed its immigration targets for 2021, aiming to welcome between 44,500 and 47,500 new permanent residents. These figures were outlined in the official 2021 Quebec Immigration Plan released on October 29, marking a slight increase from the previous year’s target of […]
Thousands of Couples Reunite in Canada After Long COVID-19 Separation
Maple News reports a growing wave of emotional reunions across Canada as thousands of foreign spouses return to join their Canadian partners after prolonged pandemic-related separations. COVID-19 restrictions and global travel limitations had put many international relationships on hold, leaving couples apart for months — and in many cases, more […]