8 Visa-Free Travel Destinations for Canadian Permanent Residents Within a Short Flight Having Canadian permanent residence (PR) comes with more than just the benefit of living and working in Canada—it can also open up exciting travel opportunities! Many countries around the world offer visa-free access to Canadian PR holders, especially when you’re carrying a passport … Read more
Yukon Nominee Program 2025: Invitations Issued After Competitive Intake Yukon has begun sending invitations to apply for permanent residency through its 2025 Nominee Program. The territory received more eligible applications than the number of available nomination spots. Only 215 nomination spaces are available for 2025 — a 50% reduction from previous years. Priority is being … Read more
PEI PNP May 2025 Draw: 168 Invitations Issued to Skilled Workers and Express Entry Candidates On May 15, 2025, Prince Edward Island issued 168 Invitations to Apply through its PNP All invitations went to candidates in the Labour Impact and Express Entry streams PEI is focusing on high-demand sectors: healthcare, trades, and manufacturing Sales and … Read more
Alberta Holds Two AAIP Draws in May 2025: What Immigration Candidates Need to Know Alberta issued 158 invitations across two provincial immigration draws in May 2025 Draws were held under the Alberta Opportunity Stream and the Tourism and Hospitality Stream The Tourism and Hospitality Stream issued 33 invitations with a cut-off score of 72 The … Read more
Prime Minister Carney Reaffirms Canada’s Immigration Priorities in New Mandate Letter PM Mark Carney outlines two key immigration goals in his first cabinet mandate letter. Focus is on balancing sustainable immigration levels with economic growth. Targeted permanent resident numbers to remain under 1% of population beyond 2027. Canada aims to attract top global talent through … Read more
Why the 2025 PNP Closures Could Be Good News for Skilled Workers in Canada In 2025, several Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) streams across Canada have either been paused or closed. While that may sound like a setback for skilled foreign workers looking to get permanent residence (PR), it might actually open new — and potentially … Read more
How to Know If IRCC Has Received Your Canadian Immigration Application When you’re applying for immigration to Canada, every step can feel a little nerve-wracking — especially after you hit “submit.” Whether you’re applying for permanent residence, a study permit, or a visitor visa, it’s completely normal to want reassurance that your application has actually … Read more
Who Can Apply for a Work Permit from Within Canada? Here Are 9 Scenarios That May Apply to You Most foreign nationals looking to work in Canada typically need to apply for a work permit from outside the country. But did you know that in some cases, you can apply from right here in Canada? … Read more
How Language Proficiency Can Boost Your Express Entry CRS Score If you’re planning to apply for Canadian permanent residency through Express Entry, your language test score is more than just a formality — it’s a powerful tool that can make or break your chances of getting an Invitation to Apply (ITA). Whether you’re fluent … Read more
Manitoba PNP Draw Invites 62 Skilled Workers Overseas: What You Need to Know If you’ve been eyeing Manitoba as your future home in Canada, there’s good news from the latest immigration draw! On May 15, 2024, the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) issued invitations to 62 skilled worker candidates living outside of Canada. This … Read more