IRCC Backlog Grows to Nearly 960,000 Applications in August 2025 IRCC’s application backlog climbed to 958,850 as of August 31, 2025—up over 57,000 from July Permanent residence categories saw a backlog of 470,300 applications Study permit delays surged, with backlog percentage jumping from 23% to 32% Visitor visa applications also saw an increase in processing … Read more
Temporary Resident Arrivals in Canada Drop Sharply in 2025 Temporary resident arrivals in Canada declined significantly in July 2025, with worker numbers down 37% and student arrivals down 55% year-over-year. Only 18,500 new workers and 7,685 new international students arrived in July 2025. The overall number of temporary residents continues to fall, reflecting federal policy … Read more
Canada Introduces AI-Powered Screening at Border: What Travellers Need to Know If you’re planning to enter Canada, there’s a new layer of security you should be aware of — and it’s powered by artificial intelligence. The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has started using a tool called the Travel Compliance Indicator (TCI) at some land … Read more
Are You Eligible for a Spousal Open Work Permit (SOWP) in Canada? Here’s What You Need to Know If your spouse or common-law partner is working in Canada on a valid work permit, you might be wondering if you’re eligible to join them and work in Canada too. The good news? In many situations, you … Read more
The Only Two Times You Can Be a Part-Time Student and Still Qualify for a PGWP in Canada If you’re an international student in Canada with dreams of staying and working after graduation, the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) is likely on your radar. But here’s something many students don’t realize: to be eligible for a … Read more
Looking for Alternatives to the H-1B Visa? Here’s How Skilled Workers Can Move to Canada If you’re a skilled worker currently considering your options in North America, the recently announced USD $100,000 fee for H-1B visa petitions in the U.S. might have been a bit of a shocker. But here’s the good news: Canada offers … Read more
Express Entry Trades Draw Returns: Realistic Profiles That Could Receive an ITA After nearly a year-long pause, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held a much-anticipated Express Entry draw for the skilled trades category on September 18. This draw invited 1,250 candidates with a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 505 to apply for … Read more
How to Get an Open Work Permit as the Spouse of an International Student in Canada Canada is not only one of the top destinations for international students—it’s also a great place for their spouses or partners to build a future. If your spouse or common-law partner is studying in Canada, you may be eligible … Read more
Working While Studying in Canada: A Complete Guide for International Students Thinking about working while studying in Canada as an international student? You’re not alone! Many students in Canada balance their studies with part-time work to help cover expenses, gain career experience, and build connections. The good news is that, in most cases, you can … Read more
Alberta Receives Boost in PNP Nominations for 2025: What It Means for Immigration Candidates Good news for prospective immigrants eyeing Alberta! The province has officially received an increase in its Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) allocation for 2025, allowing more newcomers to settle and build a life in Wild Rose Country. If you’ve been considering applying … Read more