Maple News reports that newcomers filing taxes in Canada for the first time can now benefit from professional guidance, thanks to a newly released webinar that explains the essentials of tax filing for immigrants. Filing taxes is not only a legal responsibility but also a gateway to accessing important government […]
More Immigrants in Canada Are Now Working Jobs That Match Their Skills
Maple News reports that a growing number of immigrants in Canada are securing employment that aligns more closely with their educational background and professional experience, signaling progress in addressing a long-standing issue in the country’s labor market. A recent release by Statistics Canada reveals a notable 4.4% improvement in the […]
British Columbia, Quebec, and Manitoba Invite Immigration Candidates in New Provincial Draws
Maple News reports that three Canadian provinces—British Columbia, Quebec, and Manitoba—have issued new invitations to immigration candidates as part of their latest provincial selection rounds held between June 1 and June 7. In British Columbia, a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) draw on June 4 resulted in 68 invitations across four […]
How the IEC Program Can Help You Get a Canadian Work Permit in 2024
Maple News reports that newcomers to Canada seeking valuable work experience may benefit from the International Experience Canada (IEC) program — a unique pathway designed specifically for young adults from select partner countries. The IEC is a temporary immigration pathway that allows youth from 18 to 30 or 35, depending […]
Category-Based Express Entry Draws Offer New Hope to Lower-Scoring Candidates
Maple News reports that Express Entry candidates eligible for category-based selection draws have a distinct advantage in 2024, even if their Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores fall below the typical threshold of 500. Recent trends show that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is issuing Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to […]
Trump’s Canada Entry in Question After Criminal Conviction
Maple News reports that former U.S. President and current presidential candidate Donald Trump may now be deemed criminally inadmissible to Canada, following his conviction on 34 felony counts related to falsifying business records in a New York hush money case. Under Canadian immigration law, individuals convicted of offenses outside Canada […]
Canadian Immigration Lawyers Urge Overhaul of Outdated Immigration Law
Maple News reports that the Canadian Immigration Lawyers Association (CILA) has released a detailed report calling for a major legislative overhaul of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA). According to CILA, the current IRPA, which has remained largely unchanged since its introduction in 2001, is outdated and no longer […]
Express Entry 2024 Mid-Year Review: Key Changes, Fewer Invitations, and New Trends
Maple News reports that Canada’s Express Entry system has experienced substantial changes in the first six months of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023, signaling a shift in immigration priorities and selection strategies. Between January and June 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted 19 Express Entry […]
What International Students in Canada Need to Know About Summer Work Opportunities
Maple News reports that international students who choose to stay in Canada during the summer months have an opportunity to work and earn income—provided they understand and follow federal employment regulations tied to their study permits. To begin with, international students do not need a separate work permit to hold […]
Canada’s Most In-Demand LMIA Jobs in 2023 Revealed
Maple News reports that in 2023, Canada issued over 60,000 Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIAs), a key figure highlighting which job sectors are most actively recruiting international talent through the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP). An LMIA is a document that Canadian employers must secure before hiring foreign workers under […]
Canada Expands Dental Care Plan to Include Children and More Residents Starting June 27
Maple News reports that Canada’s public dental care initiative—the Canada Dental Care Plan (CDCP)—is set to expand its coverage on June 27, now including children under 18 from eligible households. Launched in late 2023 to support low- and middle-income Canadians, the CDCP is a multi-phase government program designed to ease […]
Canada to Grant Permanent Residency on Arrival for Caregivers Under New Pilot Programs
Maple News reports that Canada is set to launch two new pilot programs that will offer permanent residency to eligible caregivers upon their arrival in the country, a significant shift from the existing caregiver immigration process. This update comes ahead of the June 17 expiration of the current Home Child […]
Mastering the IELTS: Essential Strategies to Boost Your Score for Canadian Immigration
According to Maple News, achieving a high score on the IELTS exam is a critical step for individuals aiming to immigrate to Canada or pursue academic and professional opportunities in English-speaking environments. Recognized globally, IELTS scores are often key to unlocking permanent residency, obtaining work or study permits, and registering […]
Canada Holds First Canadian Experience Class Draw Since 2021, Invites 3,000 Candidates
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducted its first Canadian Experience Class (CEC)-specific Express Entry draw in nearly three years, issuing 3,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) on May 31. Eligible candidates needed a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 522 to be considered. This […]
Canada to Deploy AI and Automation to Accelerate Spousal Sponsorship Processing
Maple News reports that Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is rolling out advanced analytics and automation to enhance the efficiency of spousal and partner sponsorship applications under the family class immigration stream. The initiative involves the use of two newly developed tools aimed at streamlining the application process. The […]
Master the CAEL Exam: Your Step-by-Step Guide to Academic Success in Canada
Maple News reports that preparing for the Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL) Test has become more streamlined and supportive, thanks to a focused new study initiative called the CAEL Path to Success. Designed by Prometric, the test administrator, this program serves as a comprehensive roadmap for international students and professionals […]