Maple News reports that Canada’s Express Entry system has introduced a new category focused on education professionals, marking a significant shift in the country’s immigration priorities. The new Education category was officially launched by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) on February 27, aiming to fast-track permanent residency (PR) for […]
Choosing the Right School in Canada to Qualify for a Post-Graduation Work Permit
Maple News reports that international students planning to study in Canada must be strategic in selecting their school and program if they aim to stay and work in the country after graduation. To be eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), students must enroll in an eligible program at a […]
Canada Expands Express Entry Trade Category: 25 Occupations Now Prioritized
Maple News reports that Canada’s Express Entry system has undergone a significant update, with major changes made to the Trade Occupations category as of February 27, 2025. This expansion aims to better meet the country’s growing demand for skilled tradespeople and makes it easier for qualified applicants in the trades […]
Sault Ste. Marie Unveils Designated Employers for Rural Immigration Pilot
Maple News reports that Sault Ste. Marie has officially released its list of designated employers for the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP), offering new opportunities for foreign nationals seeking permanent residency in Canada through employment in Northern Ontario. The RCIP is an employer-driven immigration stream designed to address labor shortages […]
PNP Applications Face Delays Amid Overall Decline in Immigration Backlog
Maple News reports that while Canada’s overall immigration backlog continues to shrink, the volume of Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) applications under Express Entry has seen a notable increase, raising concerns among applicants awaiting permanent residence through this pathway. According to the latest data from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), […]
Canada Eases Work Permit Process for IEC Participants Already in the Country
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has introduced a major improvement for International Experience Canada (IEC) participants currently residing in Canada. Effective immediately and in place until December 1, 2025, eligible IEC applicants may now have their new work permits mailed directly to a Canadian address—eliminating […]
Thunder Bay Releases List of Designated Employers Under Rural PR Program
Maple News reports that the City of Thunder Bay, located in northwestern Ontario, has officially published its updated list of designated employers participating in Canada’s Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP). Commonly referred to locally as the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP), this program enables eligible foreign nationals to apply […]
Canada Launches First Healthcare and Social Services Express Entry Draw of 2025
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducted its first category-based Express Entry draw for healthcare and social services professionals in 2025, marking a significant development in Canada’s targeted immigration strategy. In this latest draw, held on May 2, IRCC issued 500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) […]
Manitoba Welcomes Skilled Workers in Latest Provincial Nominee Program Draw
Maple News reports that Manitoba continues to demonstrate consistency in its immigration efforts, holding yet another Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw in 2025. The most recent draw, held on May 1, targeted skilled workers from abroad through the Skilled Worker Overseas stream of the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP). In […]
Canada’s Express Entry Activity Tapers in April Ahead of Targeted May Invitations
Maple News reports that Express Entry activity in Canada slowed considerably in April 2025, marking a shift from the more robust pace set earlier in the year. Following a consistent pattern of four draws each in both February and March, April saw only two draws conducted by Immigration, Refugees and […]
Canada Launches First-Ever Express Entry Draw for Educators
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducted a landmark Express Entry draw, inviting 1,000 candidates under a newly introduced category for education professionals. This marks the first time Canada has specifically targeted skilled workers in the education sector through the Express Entry system. To be […]
Claresholm Unveils Priority Sectors for Rural PR Pathway Under New Immigration Pilot
Maple News reports that the town of Claresholm, located in southern Alberta, has announced its designated priority sectors and occupations under the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP), a recently launched pathway to permanent residence aimed at addressing labour shortages in smaller Canadian communities. As one of several participating rural communities, […]
Navigating Work and Education in Canada: How Credential Evaluations Can Help Newcomers Thrive
Maple News reports that CanadaVisa, in collaboration with World Education Services (WES), recently hosted a highly informative webinar aimed at helping newcomers navigate the Canadian labor market and higher education landscape. Titled ‘Empowering Newcomer Success: Navigating Canada’s Job Market and Higher Education with WES Credential Evaluations,’ the session provides essential […]
Canada Tightens Rules for International Students Switching Schools
Maple News reports that starting November 8, 2024, most international students in Canada who wish to transfer to a new Designated Learning Institution (DLI) will need to apply for — and receive — a new study permit before doing so. Under the new rules enacted by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship […]
Timmins Launches First Designated Employers for Rural and Francophone Immigration Pathways
Maple News reports that the city of Timmins has published its first list of designated employers for two new permanent residence (PR) programs: the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) and the Francophone Community Immigration Pilot (FCIP). These federal immigration pilots are designed to support workforce needs in smaller Canadian communities […]
B.C. Prioritizes Healthcare Professionals in 2025 Immigration Slots Under Updated PNP Rules
Maple News reports that British Columbia has significantly restructured its Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) for 2025, placing a strong priority on healthcare professionals. As of April 14, 2025, the province will accept only 1,100 applications — a sharp reduction from previous years — with the majority of these spots […]