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 […]
How Family Doctors Can Immigrate to Canada in 2025 Amid Soaring Demand
Maple News reports that Canada is facing a growing healthcare crisis, with a projected shortage of about 19,500 family physicians by 2031. This critical gap in healthcare services offers an important opportunity for internationally trained family doctors to immigrate to Canada through the Express Entry system and various Provincial Nominee […]
Canada Invites 3,000 Candidates in Latest Canadian Experience Class Draw
Maple News reports that on June 12, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued 3,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) through the Express Entry system under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC). The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required in this draw was 529 — a notable drop of 18 […]
Manitoba Targets Global Talent in June PNP Draw, Issues 36 Invitations
Maple News reports that Manitoba has issued 36 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) through its Skilled Worker Overseas stream in the latest draw conducted on June 12, 2025. This targeted provincial nomination draw was part of a strategic recruitment initiative designed to attract high-potential candidates with in-demand skills from […]
Canada Expands Refugee Immigration Program to Fill Key Labour Gaps
Maple News reports that Canada has extended its Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot (EMPP) until December 31, 2025. This groundbreaking initiative enables skilled refugees and displaced individuals to immigrate to Canada through economic immigration pathways, helping to alleviate labour shortages across various industries while giving newcomers a fresh start through permanent […]
How Licensed Practical Nurses Can Immigrate to Canada in 2025: Pathways, Demand, and Opportunities
Maple News reports that Canada’s growing healthcare needs and aging population have made Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) a key priority in the country’s immigration strategy. With thousands of positions projected to remain unfilled, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has expanded opportunities for foreign-trained LPNs to obtain permanent residency through […]
Canada Winds Down Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot, Shifts Focus to New Regional Pathways
Maple News reports that the Government of Canada has officially concluded the Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP) in 2024. While no new applications are being accepted under this program, candidates with applications currently in progress will continue to be assessed. Prospective immigrants interested in settling in smaller communities are […]
How Registered Nurses Can Immigrate to Canada in 2025 Through the Express Entry System
Maple News reports that Canada is continuing to welcome skilled healthcare professionals, especially registered nurses (RNs) and registered psychiatric nurses (RPNs), through specialized immigration pathways such as the Express Entry system. With an aging healthcare workforce and growing demand for medical services, 2025 presents an ideal window for qualified foreign-trained […]
Ontario Moves to Strengthen OINP Oversight and Adapt Faster to Labour Market Shifts
Maple News reports that the Ontario government is introducing legislative changes aimed at increasing enforcement and administrative agility within the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP), through its proposed Bill 30 – Working for Workers Seven Act, 2025. These updates are designed to protect the integrity of the program while allowing […]
Citizens of These Countries Can Apply for Canadian Work Permits Without LMIA
Maple News reports that citizens from several countries now have an advantage when seeking permission to work in Canada. Thanks to Canada’s network of Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), eligible foreign nationals can apply for work permits that are exempt from the Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) requirement — a process […]
North Bay Expands Opportunities for Immigrants with Updated List of Designated Employers
Maple News reports that North Bay, a city in Northeastern Ontario, has officially released its latest list of designated employers for the Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP), offering new permanent residence opportunities for skilled foreign workers. This release marks an important step in the city’s ongoing efforts to attract […]
New Brunswick Secures Major Boost in Immigration Allocations for 2025
Maple News reports that New Brunswick has secured a notable increase in its federal immigration allocation for 2025, following negotiations with the Government of Canada. The province will now receive 4,250 spots under its immigration programs, an increase of 1,500 over the previously announced 2,750 for this year. The additional […]
Ontario Resumes PNP Draws, Invites 72 Candidates Through Job Offer Streams
Maple News reports that Ontario has resumed issuing invitations under its Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), marking an end to a four-month pause in draws. On June 6, 2025, the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) conducted a targeted draw aimed specifically at candidates with job offers in the Greater Sudbury region. […]
Ontario Shifts Application Process for Employer-Driven Immigration Streams
Starting July 2, 2024, significant changes will take effect in the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP), introducing a new online Employer Portal that shifts the application process for Employer Job Offer streams from candidates to employers. Maple News reports that foreign nationals will no longer be able to independently submit […]
Live Webinar: Expert Roadmap to Canadian Immigration Success in 2025
Maple News reports that newcomers planning to start their Canadian immigration journey in 2025 can gain essential insights through a free, expert-led webinar hosted by CanadaVisa. Scheduled for June 26, 2025, at 11:00 AM EDT, the session titled “Starting Your Immigration Journey in 2025: A Guide to Success in Express […]