Express Entry in 2025: Key Shifts and What They Mean for Canada-Bound Applicants

Canada’s Express Entry system is off to an active yet selective start in 2025, with immigration draws becoming increasingly targeted and competitive. As the year unfolds, new...

What Mark Carney’s Liberal Victory Means for Canadian Immigration Policy

With the Liberal Party elected to form a minority government in the 2025 federal election, Canada has the opportunity to take another leap forward with its immigration policy....

The IRCC has invited 6,300 Canadian Experience Class candidates in the most recent Express Entry draw

Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued invitations to apply (ITAs) in the most recent Express Entry draw. The department granted 6,300 ITAs to candidates...
Canada announces new immigration fees for 2022

Canada announces new immigration fees for 2022

Canada is increasing fees for all permanent residence applications on April 30, 2022. In 2020, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) increased permanent residence fees to account for inflation for the first time since 2002. At that time, IRCC announced...

Canada welcomes over 108,000 permanent residents in early 2022

March 31, 2022—Ottawa—Immigration benefits all Canadians by driving our economy, addressing labour shortages, and strengthening our communities. In response to the large volume of applications, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has been improving its...

Canada expands simplified renewal process for passports

March 31, 2022—Ottawa—As COVID‑19 restrictions are lifted, more and more Canadians are looking to travel abroad. The Government of Canada will continue to modernize and improve its services to better respond to the changing needs of Canadians. The Honourable Sean...

Canada to welcome those fleeing the war in Ukraine

Canada to welcome those fleeing the war in Ukraine

March 3, 2022—Ottawa—Canada remains steadfast in support of Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. Ukrainian immigrants have helped build this country, and we stand with the courageous people of Ukraine in upholding the values that our countries share. As...