IMMIGRATION ALERTS

China has implemented a temporary visa-free policy for ordinary passport holders from the United Kingdom and Canada, allowing stays of up to 30 days until 31 December 2026. This initiative, effective immediately, is designed to boost tourism and business travel. Find key details, entry requirements, and practical tips for your visit

Ontario receives 14,119 nominations for OINP 2026—a 31% increase. Recent draws target healthcare, education, and skilled trades. Learn about eligibility and how to apply.

North Bay’s 2026 Priority Occupation List is now live, offering 24 in-demand jobs across healthcare, construction, IT, and more. This RCIP update introduces the new Natural and Applied Sciences sector and resets all previous applications—giving skilled workers a fresh chance to build their future in Canada.

In a major shift for Canadian employers, new LMIA compliance rules now mandate the use of the "Direct Apply" feature on the Government of Canada's Job Bank for all Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) applications. Effective September 8, 2025, this policy strengthens recruitment requirements and introduces stricter enforcement mechanisms to ensure employers genuinely prioritize Canadian workers before seeking temporary foreign talent.

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced that invitations for the Parents and Grandparents Program 2025 (PGP 2025) will begin on July 28, 2025. This program enables Canadian citizens and permanent residents to sponsor their parents and grandparents for permanent residency.

As of September 1, 2025, international students applying for a Canadian study permit (outside Quebec) must meet new financial requirements, reflecting an 11% increase from current thresholds. This update, announced by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), ensures students can support themselves amid Canada’s rising cost of living.

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has introduced major changes to the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) eligibility, targeting high-demand sectors and strengthening language requirements. These updates align with Canada’s 2025 Express Entry priorities to address critical labor shortages.

On June 13, 2025, the Canadian government announced an extension of the Canada Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot (EMPP) program. This initiative, designed to assist skilled refugees and help fill labor gaps in Canada, will now continue until December 31, 2025,reinforcing its commitment to skilled refugees and addressing labor shortages.

The Canadian government unveiled groundbreaking legislation to modernize how citizenship passes to children born abroad. Bill C-3, introduced by Immigration Minister Lena Metlege Diab, would abolish controversial restrictions that have prevented many families from maintaining multigenerational ties to Canada.

On May 28, 2025, the Ontario government introduced the Working for Workers Seven Act, 2025 (Bill 30), a major legislative update aimed at strengthening worker protections and addressing economic challenges.

The Government of Canada has introduced a series of temporary Employment Insurance (EI) support measures to assist workers affected by ongoing economic challenges and uncertainties stemming from the evolving Canada–United States relationship

This change is expected to reduce administrative hurdles and travel expenses for IEC participants while ensuring a smoother transition for those continuing their work experience in Canada.

The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) 2025 has introduced sweeping changes in response to a 50% federal cut to nomination allocations.

Quebec’s Ministry of Immigration (MIFI) has drastically reduced occupations eligible for the Simplified Labour Market Impact Assessment

On March 27, 2025, the Government of Saskatchewan announced major updates to the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP)

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) processed a record volume of temporary resident applications in 2024

IRCC is shifting focus to candidates already in Canada (e.g., Canadian Experience Class) and those with expertise in healthcare, STEM, trade

The Canadian government has allocated $9.3 million in funding to advance Francophone immigration and enhance the economic development

Effective 11 April 2025, the Canadians U.S. stay registration 30 days rule requires all Canadian citizens staying in the U.S. for over 30day

As Mark Carney, Canada’s newly elected Prime Minister, steps into office, his immigration policies and their potential impact on Indians