Maple News reports that the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) has implemented significant fee increases across several of its immigration pathways, effective April 1, 2025. The new pricing adjustments mark a notable rise in costs for workers and entrepreneurs looking to make Alberta their new home. Under the updated fee […]
Canada’s Home Support Worker Immigration Pilot Reaches Application Cap Within Hours
Maple News reports that Canada’s Home Support Worker stream of the Home Care Worker Immigration Pilot Program reached its application cap on the very day it reopened—March 31, 2025. According to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), the program stopped accepting new online applications at approximately 2:25 p.m. EDT, just […]
Canada’s Child Care Immigration Pilot Hits Annual Limit Within Hours
Maple News reports that Canada’s Home Care Worker Immigration Pilot: Child Care (HCWP:CC) reached its application limit just hours after opening on March 31, 2025. The program, which allows eligible foreign nationals working in child care occupations to apply for permanent residency, accepted its full quota of 2,750 online applications […]
Canada Expands Express Entry Opportunities for Healthcare and Social Service Workers
Maple News reports that as of February 27, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has implemented significant updates to its Express Entry system, broadening eligibility for professionals in healthcare and social services. These changes aim to better align immigration policies with Canada’s labour market needs and to attract skilled […]
Canada Reopens Home Care Worker Immigration Pilots for 2025 Applications
Maple News reports that Canada’s Home Care Worker Immigration Pilots (HCWP) are now officially accepting applications for the 2025 intake period. As of 10 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time on March 31, eligible foreign nationals may apply for permanent residency through these specialized immigration streams designed for caregivers already working in […]
How to Avoid Hidden Foreign Taxes on Your TFSA Investments
Maple News reports that many Canadian investors may be unknowingly losing money due to foreign withholding taxes on investments held within a Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA). Although TFSAs are designed to shield investments from Canadian income taxes, certain international holdings — especially U.S.-listed ETFs — can still generate hidden tax […]
Saskatchewan Revamps Immigration Program, Reopens PR Job Offer Stream with New Restrictions
Maple News reports that the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP) has undergone sweeping reforms, reshaping how foreign nationals can obtain permanent residence (PR) in the province. Effective March 27, 2025, several program streams have closed, and the province is introducing targeted priorities to better align immigration with local labor market […]
Manitoba Issues 108 Immigration Invitations as Northwest Territories Hits 2025 Nominee Program Cap
Maple News reports that Manitoba and the Northwest Territories have each made significant moves this month in their respective Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs), signaling strong ongoing interest in regional immigration pathways across Canada. Between February 21 and 28, Manitoba conducted two new draws under its Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP). The […]
Yukon Overhauls Nominee Program with New Expression of Interest System
Maple News reports that the Yukon Nominee Program (YNP) has implemented a significant change in how applications for permanent residency nominations are submitted. As of 2025, both employers and foreign nationals must navigate a new Expression of Interest (EOI) system, replacing the previous direct application route. Under this modernized, pool-based […]
Canadian Universities Secure Top Global Rankings in Key Academic Disciplines
Maple News reports that several Canadian universities have earned top rankings globally across a range of academic fields, according to the latest QS World University Rankings by Subject, recently released in its 15th edition. The rankings, compiled by global higher education analyst Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), evaluate more than 1,500 institutions […]
Does Canada Offer a ‘Golden Visa’? A Guide to Entrepreneur Immigration Pathways
As discussions around investor visas heat up globally—especially with recent headlines about a proposed $5 million “Gold Card” visa by former U.S. President Donald Trump—entrepreneurs and investors are naturally wondering whether Canada offers a similar fast-track to permanent residency. Maple News reports that while Canada doesn’t offer a direct ‘Golden […]
Why Moving Home Could Boost Your CRS Score for Canadian PR
Maple News reports that in some cases, leaving Canada and returning to your home country could actually help your chances of becoming a permanent resident through Express Entry. Many skilled workers pursuing immigration to Canada may overlook one significant opportunity in the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS): foreign work experience. Under […]
Canada Temporarily Eliminates CRS Bonus Points for Job Offers in Express Entry
Maple News reports that as of March 25, 2025, Canada has officially removed bonus Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points for arranged employment under its Express Entry immigration system. The change applies to candidates holding valid job offers, including those backed by a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA)—a factor that previously […]
Canada Named Happiest Country in the G7 Despite Global Ranking Decline
Canada has once again emerged as the happiest country among the G7 nations, according to findings from the 2025 World Happiness Report. While Canada may have slipped slightly in its global position—coming in at 18th, down from 15th in 2024—it still leads the pack among the world’s largest advanced economies. […]
Canada to Launch Streamlined SIN Access for Newcomers Through IRCC Accounts
Maple News reports that Canada is set to simplify the process of issuing Social Insurance Numbers (SIN) for newcomers through a new integrated digital service, SIN@Entry. Scheduled for rollout during the 2025–2026 fiscal year, the program aims to make it easier for people immigrating to Canada to access essential services […]
Canada Expands Home Care Worker PR Pathways: Key Eligibility Details Revealed
Maple News reports that Canada has officially released comprehensive eligibility information for its updated Home Care Worker Immigration Pilots (HCWP), offering new opportunities for foreign nationals seeking permanent residency (PR) through caregiving roles. The revamped HCWP is now formally split into two pilot streams: one for child care providers and […]