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Boost Your Career with a Graduate Degree from Canada
05 Nov 2025 : Update Starting January 1, 2026: – PhD students will be eligible for expedited 2 week processing. – Master’s and PhD students attending a public DLI will be PAL exempted – (grad students at a private DLI
Key Changes to Ontario’s Immigrant Nominee Program (October 31)
📢 ANNOUNCEMENT – October 31 Recent Changes to the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has announced updates to its governing regulations, expanding the list of factors that may be considered when deciding whether to
Changes to Job Advertising Rules for LMIA Requests
Effective immediately, employers recruiting for LMIA-based positions must include the “Direct Apply” feature when posting jobs on Canada’s National Job Bank in order to meet advertising requirements. Employers are also required to review and consider all applications submitted through the
Ontario Plans to Remove Barriers for Regulated Professions Across Provinces
On Labour Day, the Ontario government announced upcoming changes to help out-of-province workers in regulated professions start working in the province more quickly. Through the new “As of Right” framework, certified professionals will be able to gain authorization to work
Medical examination requirements for visitors, students, and workers
The temporary public policy for immigration medical exams (IMEs) has been extended until October 5, 2029. If you’ve had an IME within the last 5 years, provide the IME number (or unique medical identifier) from that exam when submitting your
IRCC to Provide Clearer Explanations for Refused Applications
Applicants whose work, study, or visitor visa applications to Canada are refused may now receive more detailed explanations—directly from the reviewing officer. As of July 29, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has started including these new “officer decision
Regions Ineligible for Low-Wage LMIA Processing as of July 11
The government has revised the list of regions where employers and foreign nationals are no longer eligible to apply for or renew work permits under the low-wage stream of the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP).Updated List of CMAs Ineligible for
Parents and Grandparents Program to Open for Applications in Late July
Ottawa, July 16, 2025 — As previously announced, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will accept up to 10,000 complete sponsorship applications under the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) in 2025. Starting July 28, 2025, IRCC will begin sending invitations
Canada Updates PGWP Eligibility Criteria for International Students
What’s New? Starting June 25, 2025, Canada has revised the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) eligibility rules, with a specific focus on international students enrolled in non-degree programs (i.e., programs that are not bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degrees). Emphasis on Career-Relevant
Update: Revised Eligibility Criteria by Field of Study for Post-Graduation Work Permits
Ottawa, June 25, 2025 – As part of ongoing reforms to the International Student Program, the Government of Canada introduced a new requirement in 2024 for post-graduation work permit (PGWP) eligibility. International students enrolled in non-degree programs (i.e., not at
LMIA-Exempt Work Permits: Eligible Countries for Canadian Applicants
Citizens of select countries may benefit from easier access to Canadian work permits. If you’re a citizen of a country that has a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with Canada, you may be eligible for a work permit that is exempt
Instructional Update: Maintained Status During Application Processing for Temporary Residents
The guidance has been revised to clarify the specific circumstances under which an applicant is considered to benefit from maintained status. Additionally, references to applicants applying for a new work or study permit at the port of entry while on
Updated Guidelines for Entrepreneurs and Self-Employed Individuals Seeking Temporary Residence
Summary of Instructional Updates – Business Owners Seeking Only Temporary Residence [R205(a) – C11]
Canada Introduces Temporary Exemptions for Foreign Workers Changing Employers
Overview Temporary foreign workers play a vital role in addressing labour and skill shortages across all sectors of the Canadian economy. These workers are generally expected to honor their employment contracts and arrive in Canada intending to work for the
Ontario Announces Updates to Provincial Immigration Nominee Program
The new law would let the minister start or stop immigration pathways to keep up with changes in the job market. In a move to address Ontario’s evolving economic needs, the provincial government has proposed changes to its immigration program.
New Timeframe Announced for Judicial Review of Canadian Immigration Cases
Canadian Immigration Applicants Granted Extended Time to Seek Judicial Review The Federal Court of Canada has introduced special measures allowing immigration applicants an additional 45 days to request judicial permission—formally known as “leave”—to challenge decisions made on their immigration cases.
New Regulations for International Student Transfers Within Canada
As of November 2024, most international students in Canada must now obtain a new study permit before transferring to another Designated Learning Institution (DLI). Previously, students were allowed to switch schools under the same study permit by simply updating their
Study Permits Updates
As of November 8, 2024, new regulations for the International Student Program (ISP) have come into effect. These changes introduce updated requirements and conditions for study permit holders and Designated Learning Institutions (DLIs) at the post-secondary level, including revised guidelines
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