Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted a targeted Express Entry draw on August 19, 2025, issuing 2,500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residence to candidates in healthcare and social services occupations. The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required for this round was 470 […]
Can You Lose Your Canadian Permanent Resident Status?
Maple News reports that while Canadian Permanent Residents (PRs) enjoy many rights and long-term privileges, their status is not guaranteed for life. Unlike Canadian citizens, PRs can lose their status if certain requirements aren’t maintained or due to legal or administrative issues. A primary reason PR status may be lost […]
Canada Invites 2,500 Healthcare Workers in Major Express Entry Draw
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued 2,500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in a recent category-based selection for healthcare and social services professionals under the Express Entry system. This marks the second-largest healthcare-focused draw of 2025 so far. To qualify for this round, candidates were […]
Younger Canadians Embrace Immigration as National Debate Evolves
Maple News reports that a new national survey reveals strong generational differences in attitudes toward immigration, with younger Canadians emerging as the most supportive cohort. The poll indicates that nearly half of people aged 18 to 34 see immigration as a mainly positive force in the country, and about one […]
Canada’s Atlantic Immigration Program Tightens Focus on Key Sectors for 2025
Maple News reports that Canada’s Atlantic provinces are sharpening their focus on priority sectors under the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) for 2025, as federal allocation levels for the program have been reduced. In response, provinces are strategically narrowing the scope of occupations eligible under the AIP to meet both labor […]
Alberta Conducts Largest Immigration Draw of 2025, Extends 683 Invitations Across Key Streams
According to Maple News, Alberta has conducted its largest immigration draw of 2025 through the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP), issuing a total of 683 invitations across three separate draws held between August 7 and August 15. The most significant draw occurred on August 12, when 581 candidates were invited […]
Canada Holds Express Entry PNP Draw, Invites 192 High-Scoring Candidates
Maple News reports that on August 18, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted a targeted Express Entry draw for Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates, issuing 192 Invitations to Apply (ITAs). The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required was 800 — a significant increase of 61 points from […]
Canada Eyes Strategic Expansion of Express Entry with New Categories for 2026
Maple News reports that the Government of Canada is inviting public input on a proposed evolution of its Express Entry immigration system, aimed at aligning immigration with the country’s long-term economic, social, and security priorities. The consultation, open from August 6 to September 3, seeks feedback from industry stakeholders, immigration […]
Canada Issues 192 Express Entry Invitations for Provincial Nominee Candidates
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducted a new Express Entry draw, inviting 192 candidates under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). To receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA), candidates needed a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 800 and must have submitted their Express […]
Alberta Invites 683 Candidates in Targeted Immigration Draws Across Key Streams
Alberta continues to advance its immigration efforts by issuing a total of 683 invitations through three separate selection rounds under the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP), Maple News reports. The draws were held between August 7 and August 12, 2025, targeting skilled workers already residing in Alberta as well as […]
Lack of Transparency? IRCC Under Fire for Withholding Key Immigration Data Amid Declining Numbers
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is facing mounting criticism for pausing the release of detailed immigration statistics, a move that comes at a time when Canada is experiencing a noticeable downturn in the number of newcomers arriving through various immigration streams. During the first quarter […]
Express Entry for Couples: Key Insights on Listing Your Partner as Accompanying or Not
When applying for Canadian permanent residency (PR) through Express Entry, couples must make a critical decision: whether to include their spouse or common-law partner as an accompanying or non-accompanying partner on the application. This choice can influence your Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score, settlement fund requirements, and your partner’s potential […]
Newfoundland and Labrador Issues 231 Invitations in Latest Immigration Draw
On August 13, Newfoundland and Labrador conducted a new round of immigration invitations, extending opportunities to skilled workers under two key streams: the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP) and the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP), Maple News reports. A total of 231 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) were issued by […]
Quebec Targets Skilled Trades and Intermediate Workers in Latest Immigration Draw
According to Maple News, Quebec has taken a significant step in expanding its immigration efforts by inviting skilled trades and intermediate-level workers through its new Skilled Worker Selection Program (Programme de sélection des travailleurs qualifiés, PSTQ). The latest draw, held on July 31, marks the first time the province has […]
Your Guide to the Canadian Citizenship Ceremony: What to Expect on Your Big Day
Maple News reports that the final step in your journey to becoming a Canadian citizen is the citizenship ceremony—a momentous occasion that marks your official transition from permanent resident to citizen. This milestone includes taking the Oath of Citizenship, singing the national anthem, and receiving a formal certificate that symbolizes […]
Canada’s Rural Immigration Program Faces Overwhelming Demand, Prompting Regional Adjustments
Maple News reports that Canada’s Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) is experiencing unprecedented interest, prompting several participating regions to introduce stricter controls in response to capacity constraints. Designed to attract and retain skilled workers in smaller communities, RCIP offers a pathway to permanent residency for foreign nationals who receive a […]