IRCC prioritizes Francophone immigration in latest policy guidance
Internal messaging guidance revealed by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) showcases the government’s strengthened commitment to francophone immigration outside Quebec despite overall reduced immigration
IRCC unveils training guide revealing common PR application mistakes
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has recently published a comprehensive 447-page training guide for immigration officers, shedding light on critical decision-making processes for permanent resident
Major changes in Canada’s port of entry work permit applications
Effective May 7, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has revised guidelines for work permit applications at ports of entry. The new regulations specify
Canada tightens immigration: Over 2.35 million visa applications rejected in 2024
In 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) implemented enhanced application review processes, rejecting nearly 2.36 million temporary resident applications. The assessment outcomes encompassed 1.95
Canada unveils new Home Care Worker Immigration Programs for 2025-2030
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced comprehensive new pilot programs for home care workers, set to launch on March 31, 2025. The initiative
Canada removed Express Entry CRS points for job offers
On March 25, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) eliminated the additional Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points previously awarded for job offers in the
Canada launches new Home Care Worker Immigration Pathways with reduced requirements
Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) have announced details for the upcoming Home Care Worker Immigration Pilots, which will launch on March 31, 2025. The
IRCC held the first Express Entry draw targeting Francophone candidates in 2025
On February 19, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held the first Express Entry draw for French language proficiency candidates of the year. In round
Trudeau’s immigration reduction promises fall short
Despite Prime Minister Trudeau’s promises to significantly reduce immigration and “pause population growth,” a recent Desjardins report indicates that Canada’s population growth remains high. While
Ottawa invited 4,000 Canadian Experience Class candidates under Express Entry
On February 5, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held a new Express Entry draw for the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates. IRCC issued
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