In addition, the immigration minister may designate international medical insurance companies to provide coverage to Super Visa applicants in the future.
IRCC has just announced major reforms to the Parents and Grandparents Super Visa.
IRCC has just announced the process for the PGP 2022. Canada will hold a PGP lottery yet again, drawing from the autumn 2020 interest to sponsor pool.
IRCC Minister Sean Fraser is set to announce a new immigration pathway that aims to connect employers in Canada with skilled refugees and displaced persons.
Effective March 1, 2023, new measures will make it easier for Iranians already in Canada to extend their temporary stay and move between temporary streams.
Immigration Minister Marc Miller plans to propose reforms to Canada’s immigration and asylum systems amid reduced permanent resident targets and stricter temporary worker rules.
Travellers will no longer need to show proof of vaccination or use the ArriveCan app to enter Canada
Canada is starting a program called Recognized Employer Pilot (REP) to help with worker shortages.
The Immigration Levels Plan acts as a guide for the number of immigrants Canada aims to welcome over the next three years.
Canada's federal court has ruled that visa officers do not need to consider an applicant's criminal rehabilitation unless it is specifically requested by the applicant.
Canada introduces an action plan to attract French speaking immigrants. The new Action Plan includes $1.4 billion over five years in addition to the $2.7 billion in the previous Action Plan. This adds up to over $4.1 billion over five years. It is the largest amount ever provided by a government to support official languages.
In 2022 over 550,000 new study permits were issued for international students from 184 countries. Currently Canada has almost 810,000 New international students.
A growing number of Canadians report that French is their first official language. IRCC announced the goal of 4.4% of French-speaking immigrants outside Quebec by 2023.
Starting January 6, 2025, the operating hours for 35 Canada-US land ports of entry will change, reducing crossing windows for travelers. This may impact those relying on flagpoling services for immigration needs.
In recent economic developments, Canada's Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland unveiled the Fall Economic Statement for 2023, emphasizing a strategic initiative to bolster the supply of affordable housing across the country.
Canada's fertility rate dropped to 1.26 in 2023, marking the second consecutive year of record lows. British Columbia recorded the lowest rate, at just one child per woman.
Canada has extended its ban on foreign home buyers until 2027 to keep more homes available for its citizens and permanent residents. This move restricts non-Canadians from purchasing residential properties, with exceptions for specific situations like inheritance or property development.
Asia
IRCC’s primary objective in Asia is migration management and refugee protection.
The Canadian government's new cap on international student permits, aimed at addressing housing shortages and rising living costs, could result in significant financial losses for Ontario universities.
Canada’s population has surpassed 40 million people.
The military is making major change to its recruitment policy.
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