Brandon, Manitoba, reveals designated employers for rural pathway to permanent residence

Brandon has just unveiled its list of designated employers for the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP). Brandon is the second largest city in Manitoba. Its community boundaries for the RCIP extend in a 25km radius, including the City of Brandon, as well as surrounding areas including Brandon Hills, Chater, Cornwalis, and Riverdale. Assess your eligibility … Read more

University of Toronto set to host Harvard students affected by US visa uncertainty

The University of Toronto has entered into an agreement to assist Harvard international students who may have trouble re-entering the US. As part of this agreement, international students from Harvard Kennedy School (HKS), a school of public affairs at Harvard University, will be able to continue their studies in Canada, through University of Toronto’s Munk … Read more

Canada to increase financial support requirements for international students

Foreign nationals applying for Canadian study permits will soon require over $2000 in additional funds. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has updated its proof of financial support requirement for study permit applications. For a family of one, the minimum amount of funds required—on top of first year’s tuition and travel costs—will increase to $22,895, … Read more

The OINP can now return applications for nomination

Some applicants to the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) may now see their applications for provincial nomination returned. Effective 1 July, 2025, new regulations implemented by Ontario’s Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development will grant the province’s immigration authority far more control over the OINP by introducing new processes to how the Provincial … Read more

IRCC Backlog Jumps by Over 76,000 in May 2025 After Steady Decline

After months of steady decline, Canada’s immigration backlog has grown once more. According to the latest figures, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) recorded 802,000 backlogged applications as of May 31, 2025—a sharp 5.5% rise from April’s 760,200. This marks the first increase in seven months, hinting at renewed processing pressures within the system. With…
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Canada’s Average Weekly Earnings Rise by 4.43% as Job Market Shifts in 2025

Canada’s job market in April 2025 paints a picture of subtle transition. While average weekly earnings saw a year-over-year growth of 4.43%, bringing the weekly average to $1,297, some sectors experienced notable dips in employment. This comes after a 4.06% increase recorded in March, and a month-over-month gain of 0.8%. But what’s behind the numbers?…
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Manitoba’s PNP issues invitations to skilled workers and international students

On 26 June, the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) issued more invitations to apply for provincial nomination to foreign nationals with a connection to the province. These individuals were foreign workers and students who were invited for their ability to contribute to Manitoba’s labour force and effectively settle in the province. Assess your eligibility for … Read more

Common things newcomers get wrong about Canada

Planning on moving to Canada? From details on what the weather is really like to geographical surprises, there are some things about the Great White North that every newcomer could benefit from knowing but aren’t always found in travel guides. So, in celebration of Canada Day, here’s a closer look at some lesser-known facts about … Read more