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New IRCC Update: Canada’s Immigration Backlog Surges

New IRCC Update: Canada’s Immigration Backlog Surges By 58,900 Canada’s immigration system, managed by Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), remains a cornerstone of the nation’s growth, welcoming newcomers who fuel economic prosperity, cultural diversity, and innovation. On August 21, 2025, IRCC released its latest backlog data, offering a detailed snapshot of application inventories, backlogs, processing times, […]

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New Canada Citizenship Rule To Make Biometrics Mandatory

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New Canada Citizenship Rule To Make Biometrics Mandatory In 2026-2027 Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is set to introduce mandatory systematic biometric collection to grant citizenship. Unlike the past, where biometrics were not generally required for citizenship—though fingerprints were occasionally requested for security or identity checks—this policy will make biometrics mandatory for all applicants by

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Canada Issues 2,500 Express Entry Invitations

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Canada Issues 2,500 Express Entry Invitations On August 8, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) conducted its third Express Entry draw of the week, issuing 2,500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residency. This draw, focused on candidates with French language proficiency, required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 481. As Canada intensifies its

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Canada To Require Language Tests For Open Work Permits

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Canada To Require Language Tests For Open Work Permits In 2026 Canada is poised to revolutionize its International Mobility Program (IMP) with a brilliant policy shift for open work permit applicants by mandating the need to prove proficiency in English or French. This forward-thinking requirement, proposed by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), is a game-changer for

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Canada Reinstates PGWP Eligibility For 178 Study Fields

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Canada Reinstates PGWP Eligibility For 178 Study Fields Until 2026 On July 4, 2025, Canada dropped an update for international students: 178 fields of study removed from the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) eligibility list on June 25, 2025, are back in play! This major policy reversal means students in these fields can once again apply for a PGWP,

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New Ontario Laws and Rules Coming In July

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New Ontario Laws and Rules Coming In July As July 2025 approaches, 3 new Ontario laws are rolling out that will reshape the lives of tenants, gig workers, and individuals with disabilities. From a groundbreaking bylaw to combat “renovictions” in Toronto to new protections for digital platform workers and the introduction of the new Canada

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Canada’s New List Of PGWP Eligible Fields

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Canada’s New List Of PGWP Eligible Fields Of Study Effective June 2025 Ottawa, June 25, 2025 — Canada’s International Student Program has undergone significant changes, with a major update to the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) eligibility criteria announced today. The Canadian government has introduced a revised list of eligible fields of study for international students in non-degree programs. 119 new

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Express Entry: 503 invited for PR

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Express Entry: 503 invited for PR On June 23, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced its latest Express Entry draw, issuing 503 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) to candidates under the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). This highly anticipated draw targeted candidates with a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 742 or higher, marking another competitive round for those seeking permanent residency in

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New Updated IRCC Processing Times- June 2025

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New Updated IRCC Processing Times- June 2025 Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has updated its latest processing time updates as of June 17, 2025, offering vital information for anyone navigating Canada’s immigration system. Whether you’re applying for a visa, permanent residency (PR), citizenship, or a passport, these timelines provide a clear picture of what to expect. This comprehensive guide

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Canada Temporary Resident Immigration Rules Changing

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Canada Temporary Resident Immigration Rules Changing On June 17, 2025, the government of Canada released detailed information and clarity on new immigration reforms proposed in the Strong Borders Act. Canada introduced the Strong Borders Act at the beginning of this month, a proposed bill to strengthen immigration controls over temporary residents abusing the system and streamline asylum

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New IRCC Update: Canada’s Immigration Backlog Surges

New Canada Citizenship Rule To Make Biometrics Mandatory

Canada Issues 2,500 Express Entry Invitations

Canada To Require Language Tests For Open Work Permits

Canada Reinstates PGWP Eligibility For 178 Study Fields

New Ontario Laws and Rules Coming In July

Canada’s New List Of PGWP Eligible Fields

Express Entry: 503 invited for PR

New Updated IRCC Processing Times- June 2025

Canada Temporary Resident Immigration Rules Changing

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