Pictou County Announces Key Sectors and Occupations for Rural PR Pathway (RCIP) If you’ve been dreaming about settling in a scenic part of Nova Scotia while working toward permanent residency (PR) in Canada, this might be your golden opportunity. Pictou County, located just two hours north of Halifax, has officially released its list of priority … Read more
IRCC Updates Rules for Maintained Status: What Temporary Residents in Canada Need to Know IRCC updated its rules on May 28, 2025, regarding maintained status for temporary residents who submit multiple applications. Maintained status allows temporary residents to stay legally in Canada while a permit extension is being processed. Under the new rules, if your … Read more
Claresholm Reveals RCIP Designated Employers for 2025: Who’s Hiring and How to Apply If you’re dreaming of settling in a welcoming Canadian town and gaining permanent residence through work, Claresholm, Alberta might be your next big opportunity. This charming rural community, located just south of Calgary, is part of Canada’s Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) … Read more
Express Entry Update: May 2025 Sees Surge in Invitations and New Draw Categories May 2025 saw 2,511 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) issued across four Express Entry draws IRCC reintroduced the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) draw after a three-month pause First-ever draws for Education and Healthcare/Social Services occupations were held May’s ITAs more than doubled from … Read more
Manitoba Invites Skilled Workers Overseas in Latest MPNP Draw: What You Need to Know Manitoba continues to open its doors to global talent. In a recent draw held by the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP), the province extended invitations to skilled workers living outside of Canada — offering them a chance to apply for provincial … Read more
IRCC Immigration Backlog Drops Again: April 2025 Update Shows Steady Progress Key Highlights IRCC’s backlog fell to 760,200 applications as of April 30, 2025 — the lowest in six months Application backlog has remained under 1 million for five consecutive months Permanent resident backlog includes 391,000 applications, with 56% processed within service standards Temporary resident … Read more
Steinbach Releases Designated Employers List for Rural Community Immigration Pilot Steinbach, Manitoba, has unveiled its list of designated employers under the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP). The program supports skilled foreign workers in securing a pathway to permanent residence in rural communities. Applicants must receive a job offer from a designated employer and meet specific … Read more
Yukon Announces 2025 PR Nomination Breakdown: What Immigrants and Employers Need to Know The Yukon territory has officially unveiled how it plans to allocate its limited number of permanent residency (PR) nominations for 2025—offering clarity for foreign workers, local employers, and newcomers hoping to build a life in Canada’s beautiful North. Following a significant cut … Read more
How IRCC Processing Times Have Changed Over the Past Year IRCC updates processing times regularly to reflect current application inventory and timelines. Express Entry and PNP streams have seen mixed results—some timelines remain steady, while others have nearly doubled. Spousal sponsorship and Atlantic Immigration Program applications have experienced significant increases in wait times. Visitor and … Read more
IRCC Extends Policy Allowing Foreign Workers to Change Jobs on a Closed Work Permit If you’re a foreign worker in Canada on a closed (employer-specific) work permit and looking to change jobs or roles, there’s some good news. A temporary public policy originally introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic has been extended — and it’s making … Read more