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World Refugee Day 2025

Canada Demonstrates Global Leadership on World Refugee Day 2025 with Enhanced Resettlement Programs

On World Refugee Day 2025, Canada reaffirmed its unshakeable commitment to humanitarian values and international solidarity by unveiling a bold and inclusive resettlement plan. The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, unveiled with pride a multi-year strategy to admit 20,000 refugees by 2026, reaffirming Canada’s active leadership in the... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Top 10 most livable cities

Vancouver Ranks Among the World’s Top 10 Most Livable Cities in 2025

In 2025, Vancouver has again received worldwide recognition by ranking in the Top 10 most livable cities globally. Based on the current Global Livability Index published by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU), Vancouver is ranked 10th with a high overall score of 95.8. This achievement reinforces Vancouver’s global reputation as... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Canada Asylum Claim

Canada Asylum Claims Surge: Over 28,800 Applications Recorded in Q1 2025

Canada asylum claims evidence the nation’s robust devotion to humanitarian ideals and world protection, ongoing appeal to individuals who are looking for safety and a fresh start. During the first quarter of 2025, Canada received a remarkable 28,880 asylum claims through numerous official means, evidence of the nation’s sustained leadership... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
IRCC New Immigration Policy

IRCC New Immigration Policy Prioritizes Francophone Immigration with New National Strategy

IRCC New Immigration Policy has introduced a new strategic framework which prioritizes Francophone immigration as an integral part of Canada’s larger immigration strategy. The move is consistent with the federal government’s commitment to linguistic duality and multiculturalism, and the most recent internal guidance reflects a clear emphasis on boosting the... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Canada Parents and Grandparents Program

Canada Expands Canada Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) Cap to 25,000 Applications for 2025

The Government of Canada made an important contribution towards enhancing family reunification through a boost to the Canada Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) quota by raising the limit to 25,000 applications for 2025. The move forms part of Canada’s continued devotion to uniting families and delivering an efficient means of... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Canada Immigration 2025

Canada Immigration 2025: Outlook, Strategic Shifts, and New Priorities

Canada has been, and will continue to be, one of the most prominent destinations for immigrants globally, providing immense opportunities for skilled workers, students, and families for a brighter tomorrow. As we enter Canada Immigration 2025, the immigration scenario in Canada continues to unfold based on strategic changes and new... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Start Up Visa Program

Canada’s Start Up Visa Program Achieves Record High in 2024

Canada’s Start Up Visa Program reached a record 2024 in milestone numbers by embracing a historic number of 5,595 new permanent residents. This surge was a demonstration of the increasing popularity of the program among foreign-born entrepreneurs eager to start cutting-edge businesses within the world’s most vibrant economies. A Game-Changer... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »
Super Visa Processing Times 

IRCC revised the minimum required income for Super Visa applications

On May 2, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) updated the minimum required income for the Super Visa applications. The new minimum income requirement represents an increase of over 3.33% compared to the previous year.  The minimum required income for a single-person family unit is C$27,514, while the minimum... CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE »