In a major cabinet overhaul, Mark Carney has appointed Novia Scotia’s Lena Diab as the new Canadian immigration Minister. One of two dozen new faces joining Carney’s cabinet, Diab steps into the role of Minister of Immigration Refugees and Citizenship, a position that looms large over Canada’s international education sector. Given the politically charged immigration…
Canada held a federal election on 28 April 2025, through which the Liberal Party was returned to a minority government under Prime Minister Mark Carney. The Prime Minister was quick to signal that immigration remains a priority policy area for the new government. In his first press conference following the election, Mr Carney said that…
Canada’s immigration system stands at a pivotal juncture. With the recent election of Prime Minister Mark Carney on April 29, 2025, the nation faces pressing challenges: mounting backlogs, declining public support, and a growing sense of uncertainty among newcomers. As the country grapples with these issues, it’s crucial to understand the current landscape and explore…
The Agri-Food Pilot offered a permanent residence pathway for some workers. In the face of Trump tariffs, many in the industry are worried. By Nicholas KeungSenior Immigration Reporter, and Ghada AlsharifImmigration and Work Reporter Ottawa is not renewing or replacing an immigration program that has been lauded by the agri-food industry for securing a stable and permanent workforce for employers…
Introduction Canada has long been a destination for American expatriates because of its geographic proximity, familiar culture and similar socioeconomic environment. However, migration flows have historically fluctuated in response to economic, political and social factors (Boyd, 1981; Kobayashi & Ray, 2005). Notably, shifts in U.S. administration policies—particularly those affecting immigration, labour markets and social stability—have…
Ottawa, March 7, 2025—Family reunification is an important part of Canada’s immigration system, helping Canadian citizens and permanent residents sponsor their loved ones to live and work alongside them in Canada. Through the Parents and Grandparents (PGP) Program, the government is committed to reuniting as many families as possible. This year, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada…
Ottawa, February 12, 2025—Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) updated Canada’s Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations to strengthen authorities to cancel temporary resident documents. These changes give immigration and border services officers explicit authority to cancel electronic travel authorizations (eTAs) and temporary resident visas (TRVs) on a case-by-case basis, including when a change in a person’s status or…
Ottawa, February 4, 2025—Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada is dedicated to protecting victims of human trafficking and family violence. This includes regularly reviewing measures for vulnerable foreign nationals in Canada to identify and remove barriers that may prevent them from accessing support. Effective today, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada is improving measures for foreign national victims…
Ottawa, January 31, 2025 — On January 17, regulatory changes came into force to implement amendments to the Agreement between the Government of Canada and the Government of the United States of America for the Sharing of Visa and Immigration Information. These changes enable the automated exchange of biographical and biometric information on permanent residents of both Canada and the…
Ottawa, January 28, 2025—Families are stronger when they are together, and Canada remains committed to reuniting families through our immigration programs. The super visa is a multiple-entry visa that allows parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens and permanent residents to visit their family in Canada for longer periods of time: five years per visit, with the…