Express Entry Year-End Report 2022

Canada published Express Entry Year-End Report 2022

On September 25, 2023, the Government of Canada published the Express Entry Year-End Report 2022. This report provides a comprehensive overview of the Express Entry, which was launched in January 2015, and is Canada’s flagship application management system for three federal high-skilled permanent economic immigration programs: the Federal Skilled Worker... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
significant changes

IRCC is going through significant changes

Last week, Canada’s immigration department made significant changes to improve the operations of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) based on a commissioned study.  The changes were influenced by a report from Neil Yeates, a former Deputy Minister of IRCC, who evaluated the department’s structure and effectiveness. The department’s Deputy... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
asylum claims in Canada

Why are there still increasing numbers of asylum claims in Canada?

Why are there still increasing numbers of asylum claims in Canada? In March, Roxham Road, a pathway used by many asylum seekers to enter Canada, had been closed. However, Canada has still processed over 80,000 asylum applications this year.  This is partly due to expedited visa processing and more straightforward... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
international student

McGill and Concordia Universities will continue to attract anglophone international students

Quebec’s immigration minister believes that new rules requiring more French proficiency from international students will not negatively impact universities like McGill and Concordia. Previously, under the Quebec Experience Program (PEQ), international students could easily enter Quebec by combining education with career goals.  However, in 2019, eligibility limits were imposed, causing... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
upfront medical examination

Express Entry candidates are no longer required to provide upfront medical examination

On September 29, 2023, the Government of Canada implemented changes to the upfront medical examination requirement for Express Entry applicants. As of October 1, 2023, upfront medical examinations are no longer mandatory during the application process.  Instead, applicants are advised to await instructions before proceeding with a medical examination. Applicants... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »