Chris GribbleCIC News year in review: Our top 10 articles of 2025
Over the past year, we saw many immigration developments—from a complete overhaul to Express Entry occupational categories to deepened cuts to the international student program, and the removal of Comprehensive…
Why foreign trades workers are well-positioned to settle in Canada, despite recent immigration cuts
In 2025, Carney’s liberals have promised massive infrastructure investments, even as they’ve made cuts to both temporary and permanent residence (PR) programs that would provide skilled workers. In Budget 2025,…
An easy way to see your eligibility for all Express Entry-PNP streams
Foreign nationals seeking permanent residence through Express Entry can now complete a single web form to see their eligibility for all Express Entry-aligned (enhanced) Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP). Obtaining a…
PEI holds second surprise draw of the year, broadens eligibility criteria
The Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP) has held its second surprise draw of the year, breaking with the province’s Anticipated Invitation to Apply (ITA) schedule. In a…
OPINION: Five things I wish I had known before I moved to Canada as a permanent resident
I moved to Canada as a permanent resident (PR) at the beginning of 2022. There are plenty of advantages to coming to Canada with PR status. PRs can live, work,…