Canada
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Answers from VisaVerge guidesHow did Canada's immigration policies change in 2023 and beyond?
By 2023, the focus shifted towards bringing in skilled workers for high-demand sectors like health care and technology, with a reduced emphasis on asylum claims as part of Canada’s broader immigration goals.
Read: Canada Rejects Over 13,000 Nigerian Refugee Claims in 11 YearsWhat changes are happening in Canadian immigration policy as of 2025?
As of 2025, over 40% of new permanent residents will be selected from temporary residents already living in Canada, and there are new pilot programs targeting specific labor market needs.
Read: Canada sets new immigration targets as US follows different pathWhat new immigration policies did Canada implement in early 2025?
Canada allowed immigration officers to revoke temporary documents under certain conditions and ended the default of 10-year multiple-entry visas.
Read: Visa Denial Sparks Rift as General Christopher Musa, Nigerian Officials Speak OutHow has Canada’s immigration plan changed for 2025-2027?
Canada has decreased permanent resident targets from 464,265 individuals in 2024 to 395,000 in 2025, with additional reductions planned for 2026 and 2027.
Read: Why Are Canadians Leaving? Nearly 50% Flee from One ProvinceWhat are some practical implications for newcomers under the new Immigration Levels Plan 2025-2027?
The plan could make it harder for people to move to Canada, slowing family reunification and reducing opportunities for economic immigrants and international students to stay after graduation.
Read: Poilievre Advocates Very Hard Caps on Immigration for Better IntegrationWestJet launches new seasonal flights to Tulum from Canada
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Rural Community Immigration Pilot opens permanent residency in 14 Canadian towns
Canada’s Rural Community Immigration Pilot, launching January 2025, offers skilled workers permanent residency in 14 rural communities. Candidates…
Latitude Air Ambulance acquires first Dassault aircraft, a Falcon 900B
Latitude Air Ambulance upgrades with the Dassault Falcon 900B, expanding global reach for critical medical flights. This trijet…
Provincial Nominee Program Delivers 511 Express Entry Wins
IRCC’s May 12, 2025, Express Entry draw issued 511 ITAs exclusively to PNP nominees at a high 727…
Why center-left incumbent governments kept power in Australia, Canada
Australia and Canada’s center-left governments survived inflation-driven elections thanks to election rules, clear economic messaging, and divided opposition.…
Vancouver International Airport and Waterfront Station bomb threats false
Vancouver International Airport and Waterfront Station experienced bomb threats on May 11, 2025. Both were false 'swatting' alarms,…
How to sponsor your spouse or child for Canada immigration
Canadian citizens and permanent residents can sponsor spouses, partners, and children for immigration, but must prove genuine relationships,…
Alberta Advantage Immigration Program invites 285 skilled workers for Canada PR
April 2025 saw Alberta’s AAIP issuing 285 invitations in targeted draws for sectors like healthcare and technology. The…
Canadian Conferences Dump U.S. Over Border Scrutiny
Canadian Conferences are relocating from the United States to Canada in 2025 amid increased border scrutiny and strained…
Indian community in Ottawa mourns loss of student Vanshika Saini
Vanshika Saini’s death in Ottawa has shaken the Indian community and spotlighted international student safety. Local groups and…