Maple News reports that the City of Greater Sudbury has officially released its list of designated employers under two key immigration initiatives — the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) and the Francophone Community Immigration Pilot (FCIP). These community-driven programs aim to support regional labour needs by welcoming skilled foreign workers […]
Canada Opens Applications for Immigration Consultants’ Regulatory Board
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has launched a national selection process to identify qualified candidates for the board of directors of the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants (CICC). This move underscores Canada’s ongoing efforts to uphold strong regulatory oversight and professional excellence within its […]
BC PNP 2024 Year in Review: Care Economy and Regional Growth Take Center Stage
British Columbia’s Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) underwent a significant transformation in 2024, reshaping its priorities amid tightening federal immigration quotas. Maple News reports that while the province had initially anticipated receiving 9,000 nominations, the federal government capped B.C.’s allocation at 8,000 – and later announced it would drop even […]
Canada Revises Work Permit Eligibility for International Students in Career-Focused Programs
Maple News reports that the Government of Canada has introduced major updates to the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) eligibility criteria, aligning permitted programs with evolving labour market needs for 2025 and beyond. Effective June 25, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has revised the list of educational programs that […]
Telling Canada’s Immigration Story: Journalist Nicholas Keung on Shifting Media Narratives
Maple News reports on an insightful conversation with Nicholas Keung, a veteran immigration reporter for the Toronto Star. With over two decades on Canada’s immigration beat, Keung offers a rare view into how news media have evolved to reflect the lives and challenges of newcomers. Originally from Hong Kong, Keung […]
Alberta Targets Critical Labour Shortages with Sector-Focused Immigration Draws in June 2025
Maple News reports that the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) conducted five targeted immigration draws in June 2025, inviting over 120 candidates across high-demand sectors. These draws are part of Alberta’s strategic plan to address ongoing labour market gaps in technology, law enforcement, healthcare, and the tourism and hospitality industries. […]
Does Immigration Really Drive Up Housing Prices in Canada? New Study Reveals the Nuanced Truth
A major new study released by Statistics Canada and Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada provides fresh insight into the relationship between immigration and housing prices—an issue often at the centre of public debate. According to Maple News, while immigration does play a role in the rising cost of housing, it […]
Canada Issues 503 Invitations in Latest Provincial Nominee Express Entry Draw as CRS Cutoff Drops
Maple News reports that on June 23, 2025, Canada conducted another round of Express Entry invitations, issuing 503 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). The Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) cutoff score for this draw was 742—42 points lower than the previous PNP-specific draw on […]
Comparing U.S. Green Cards and Canadian PR: Key Insights for Skilled Workers
Skilled professionals exploring immigration options often find themselves weighing two major pathways: the U.S. employment-based green card and Canada’s permanent residency through Express Entry. Each offers different strengths, timelines, and requirements, and understanding these can help you make an informed decision. Maple News breaks down the crucial differences. In the […]
Prince Edward Island Targets Skilled Workers and Entrepreneurs in Latest PNP Draw
Maple News reports that Prince Edward Island has conducted its latest Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw on June 19, 2025, extending 52 invitations to eligible immigration candidates seeking to settle and contribute to the province’s economy. According to the PEI Office of Immigration, the draw focused on attracting individuals who […]
Canada’s Population Stalls Amid Immigration Slowdown and Fewer Non-Permanent Residents
Canada’s population growth stagnated in the first quarter of 2025, as federal measures to limit both temporary and permanent immigration took effect. According to new estimates from Statistics Canada, the nation’s population increased by just 20,107 people—effectively 0.0% growth—between January and April, marking the weakest quarter since the early months […]
Canada Invites 503 PNP Candidates in Latest Express Entry Draw
According to Maple News, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued 503 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates in the latest Express Entry draw held in June. To qualify, candidates were required to have a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 742 and must […]
McGill Overtakes University of Toronto as Canada’s Top School in QS 2026 Global Rankings
Maple News reports that McGill University has claimed the top spot among Canadian institutions in the 2026 QS World University Rankings, surpassing the long-reigning University of Toronto. Four Canadian universities secured placements in the global top 100 list, reinforcing Canada’s strong presence in international higher education. Ranked 27th worldwide, McGill […]
New Brunswick Issues Over 600 Invitations in Record-Breaking PNP Draws
Maple News reports that the New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP) conducted four separate draws on June 16 and 17, 2025 — marking the busiest month of the year so far for the province’s PNP activity. Across these two days, a total of 608 candidates were invited to apply for […]
Canada Expands Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot to Welcome More Skilled Refugees by 2025
Maple News reports that Canada’s Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot (EMPP), an immigration initiative designed to connect skilled refugees with Canadian employers, is set to become a permanent program by 2025. This expansion, announced by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), aligns with the federal government’s commitment to combine humanitarian efforts […]
Canada Launches Rural Community Immigration Pilot to Tackle Labour Shortages in 2025
Maple News reports that Canada has introduced the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) for 2025, a key initiative aimed at aligning immigration goals with local labour market needs. Replacing the earlier Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP), the RCIP enables skilled foreign nationals to obtain permanent residency by working and […]