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 […]
Ontario Launches New Employer Portal, Withdraws EOIs for Key Immigration Streams
Maple News reports that the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) will withdraw existing Expressions of Interest (EOIs) under three major Employer Job Offer streams on June 21 and 22, 2025. This move comes in preparation for the official launch of the new Employer Portal on July 2, signaling a significant […]
Majority of Canadians Still Wary on Immigration Despite Reduced Targets
Maple News reports that a recent federal survey reveals growing caution among Canadians regarding immigration levels—even after the federal government announced a significant cut to its intake targets starting in 2025. Commissioned by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) and conducted in November 2024, the survey found that 54% of […]
Vancouver Leads as Canadian Cities Continue to Excel in Global Liveability Rankings
Canada’s major cities continue to shine on the world stage, with three of them placing in the top 20 of the 2025 Global Liveability Index, according to new data released by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU). Maple News reports that Vancouver, Toronto, Montreal and Calgary all received overall scores above […]
Immigrating to Canada as a Medical Laboratory Technologist: Opportunities in 2025 and Beyond
Maple News reports that Canada is experiencing a nation-wide shortage of medical laboratory technologists, creating strong immigration opportunities for professionals in this in-demand healthcare occupation. As the country’s population grows and its healthcare system expands, experienced technologists from overseas are increasingly welcomed through Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s (IRCC) targeted […]
New Brunswick Invites Over 1,000 Skilled Workers and Graduates Through Targeted Provincial Draws
Maple News reports that New Brunswick has issued a total of 1,040 invitations through its Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP) from May 5 to June 17, 2025. The province conducted multiple draws across its Skilled Worker and Express Entry streams, with a focused effort to address critical labour shortages in key […]
Canada Unveils Details of Strong Borders Act Amid Ongoing Immigration Debate
Maple News reports that the Canadian federal government has released further details of its proposed Strong Borders Act as it faces growing scrutiny over how the legislation may impact asylum seekers and immigrants. While positioned as a way to protect the integrity of Canada’s immigration and asylum systems, critics argue […]
Canada’s Job Market Tightens in 2025: What Newcomers Need to Know
Maple News reports that Canada saw a noticeable slowdown in job vacancies during the first quarter of 2025, according to recent data from Statistics Canada. The number of unfilled jobs dropped by 20,600 compared to the same period last year, bringing total vacancies down to 524,300 – an 18.1% decline. […]
Canada Ranks Among Top 10 Globally for Work-Life Balance in 2025
Canada has been ranked the seventh-best country in the world for work-life balance, according to the 2025 edition of the Global Life-Work Balance Index, published by international HR firm Remote. The report analyzed 60 countries and assessed various factors influencing professional and personal well-being. Coming in with an overall score […]
Prince Edward Island Issues Latest Immigration Invitations, Including First Entrepreneur Draw of 2025
Maple News reports that on June 19, 2025, Prince Edward Island (PEI) conducted its sixth Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw of the year, extending invitations to 52 candidates across multiple immigration streams. Significantly, this draw marked the first time in 2025 that the province issued an invitation under its Work […]
Canada Strong Pass Launches with Free Park Access and Major Travel Discounts This Summer
Maple News reports that the Government of Canada is set to launch the Canada Strong Pass, an exciting summer initiative that offers free and discounted access to parks, museums, and travel across the country. Running from June 20 to September 2, 2025, the program is designed to encourage exploration of […]
Canada’s Federal Court Sends Positive Signal: Start-Up Visa Is a Golden Path for Global Entrepreneurs
An Interview with Immigration Consultant Leila Abbaszadeh, RCIC Maple News sat down with Leila Abbaszadeh, a leading Canadian immigration consultant (RCIC), to discuss a recent landmark decision from the Federal Court (2025 FC 671) and what it means for Start-Up Visa (SUV) applicants and future entrepreneurs eyeing Canada as […]
CRA Simplifies Benefit Access for Newcomers with New Online Application
Maple News reports that the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has introduced a streamlined online application process, making it significantly easier for newcomers to Canada to apply for federal benefit and credit payments. Until recently, temporary and permanent residents had to submit paper applications to access benefits like the GST/HST Credit […]
Canadian Visits to U.S. Plunge Amid Rising Tensions and Travel Hurdles
Maple News reports a sharp decline in Canadian travel to the United States, with road crossings and air travel down significantly in the first half of 2025. According to Statistics Canada, road travel to the U.S. dropped by 38% in May compared to the same time last year, while air […]