Canadian immigration applicants now have more time to request judicial review. Canada’s Federal Court has issued special measures that give applicants an additional 45 days to apply for judicial permission (formally called “leave”) to review their immigration decisions. Join the Angus Reid Forum and get $5 in points! Prior to these new measures, applicants had … Read more
Immigration applications can be high stakes, so you’ll naturally want to ensure that Canada’s immigration department receives your application on time. The way you can get confirmation of receipt will vary depending on how you submitted your application. Consult with an experienced immigration representative Online applications You can expect to see a confirmation page after … Read more
Last Updated On 18 May 2025, 9:09 AM EDT (Toronto Time) Part-time jobs are becoming essential as living in Canada is becoming more expensive in 2025, with inflation, stagnant wages, and looming tariff-related price hikes putting pressure on budgets. A recent H&R Block Canada survey found that 51% of Canadians struggle to make ends meet, … Read more
Last Updated On 18 May 2025, 5:12 PM EDT (Toronto Time) Banff’s postcard-perfect lakes and Rocky Mountain peaks are iconic, but Canada’s true magic lies in its lesser-known corners. With domestic travel surging—Canadians took 27 million trips within the country in 2024, per Destination Canada—2025 is the year to skip the crowded hotspots and discover … Read more
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Last Updated On 20 May 2025, 8:36 AM EDT (Toronto Time) Canada’s immigration system, once a global model of efficiency and compassion, is buckling under unprecedented delays that are upending lives and livelihoods. Temporary residents face agonizing wait times for visa extensions, permanent residency applicants endure years of uncertainty, and families are torn apart by … Read more
Last Updated On 20 May 2025, 6:24 PM EDT (Toronto Time) Canada’s Federal Court has extended the window for requesting judicial review on immigration decisions by an additional 45 days. Announced on May 14, 2025, this change provides applicants with more time to challenge decisions made by the immigration department, addressing the growing backlog of … Read more
Last Updated On 21 May 2025, 9:38 AM EDT (Toronto Time) As we move deeper into 2025, the Express Entry draws continue to remain unpredictable with recent significant changes and adjusting to the government’s 2025–2027 Immigration Levels Plan. With the latest Express Entry draw on May 13, 2025, issuing 500 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) at … Read more
