Maple News reports that Canada’s study permit refusal rate has seen a noticeable rise in 2025, leaving thousands of international students at risk of derailed plans. A significant portion of these refusals stems from common, often preventable mistakes made during the application process. To help prospective students navigate Canada’s immigration […]
Breaking Down the Real Cost of Immigrating to Canada via Express Entry
Immigrating to Canada through the Express Entry system is a promising pathway to permanent residency—but one that comes with financial responsibilities. Maple News reports that understanding the total cost is crucial for applicants to avoid surprises and properly plan their immigration journey. The fees for applying under Express Entry are […]
Canada Moves to Grant Citizenship to ‘Lost Canadians’ Under New Bill
Maple News reports that Canada is poised to extend citizenship rights to thousands of individuals previously excluded under legislation known as the first-generation limit (FGL). On November 19, 2025, Bill C-3—An Act to amend the Citizenship Act—passed its third reading in the Senate and is now awaiting royal assent before […]
Canada on Track to Miss 2025 Permanent Residency Target by Over 40,000
Maple News reports that Canada is unlikely to meet its permanent resident (PR) admissions goal for 2025, with current figures pointing to a shortfall of more than 43,000 newcomers by the end of the year. As of August 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has admitted 276,870 new permanent […]
Get Ready Now: Key Documents to Prepare for Canada’s New TR to PR Immigration Pathway
According to Maple News, Canada is set to launch a new temporary-to-permanent residence (TR to PR) immigration pathway, and preparing your application documents early could make all the difference in successfully securing permanent residency. When Canada opened a similar TR to PR pathway back in 2021, the application cap was […]
Canada’s Immigration Backlog Nears One Million as Study Permit Applications Surge
According to Maple News, the number of immigration applications waiting to be processed by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has reached nearly one million. As of September 30, 2024, the total backlog stood at 996,700, marking the highest volume of pending cases since November 2022. This significant queue includes […]
Can You Keep Working While Waiting for Your PGWP? Here’s What IRCC Says
According to Maple News, international graduates awaiting a decision on their Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) application can continue working full-time in Canada—even if their interim work authorization has expired. Graduates who apply for a PGWP after completing their studies in Canada are typically issued an interim work authorization letter (IMM […]
Canada Extends Deadline to Reform Citizenship Act, Potential Changes Ahead of Schedule
Maple News reports that the Canadian federal government has been granted additional time to solidify key legislative changes to the Citizenship Act that could dramatically expand access to citizenship rights for Canadians born abroad. The Ontario Superior Court of Justice has extended the deadline for the passage of Bill C-3—a […]
IRCC November Update: Processing Times Surge for Key Immigration Programs
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has released its updated application processing times for November 2025, revealing notable increases in wait times across several major immigration streams. Among the most significant changes, processing under the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) has surged by nearly 185% compared to […]
Who’s Getting Invited? A Closer Look at Canadian Experience Class Candidates with High CRS Scores
Recent trends in Canada’s Express Entry system show consistent patterns in the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) draws, Maple News reports. Since August, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has been issuing 1,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) per draw to candidates with Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores of 533 or 534 […]
Navigating Healthcare: How Newcomers Can Find a Family Doctor in Canada
Maple News reports that for newcomers settling in Canada, securing a family doctor is a crucial step toward ensuring both immediate and long-term healthcare. A family doctor acts as a primary healthcare provider, managing everything from routine checkups to referrals for specialists. While emergency services are accessible without one, most […]
From NCLC 5 to NCLC 7: How Improving Your French Can Boost Your Express Entry Score
Maple News reports that improving your French language proficiency from a Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadien (NCLC) level 5 to level 7 can significantly improve your chances of receiving Canadian permanent residency (PR) through the Express Entry system. Achieving an NCLC level 7 in French—Canada’s second official language—offers two major […]
Missed the PGWP? Here Are Other Work Permit Options for International Graduates
International students in Canada who missed the window to apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) still have alternative pathways to obtain a Canadian work permit. As Maple News reports, these alternatives depend on the applicant’s specific situation, such as job offers or country of citizenship. The PGWP allows graduates […]
Ontario Halts Express Entry Skilled Trades Stream Amid Misrepresentation Concerns
The Government of Ontario has suspended its Express Entry Skilled Trades Stream under the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP), effective immediately. According to Maple News, the province has cited widespread systematic misrepresentation as the primary reason behind the decision. As a result of the suspension, Ontario will neither process current […]
Canada Invites 3,500 Healthcare Workers in Record-Low CRS Express Entry Draw
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued 3,500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates in the Healthcare and Social Services category in the latest Express Entry draw, held on November 14, 2025. This marks the sixth healthcare-targeted draw of the year, with a record-low Comprehensive […]
Planning to Attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada? Here’s What You Need to Know if You Have a Criminal Record
Maple News reports that international visitors hoping to attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada should be aware of stringent immigration rules concerning criminal inadmissibility. If you have a criminal record—past or present—you may be denied entry, regardless of your nationality or the nature of your offense. Under Canadian […]