by Nwando Oranye | Feb 20, 2025 | Immigration Blog
Canadian citizens must now obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) before entering or transiting through the United Kingdom, effective January 8, 2025. The new £10 (approximately CAD 17.50) requirement applies to all short-term visits up to six...
by Nwando Oranye | Feb 20, 2025 | Immigration Blog
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has revealed plans to cut 3,300 positions over the next three years as part of a significant workforce restructuring initiative. The department announced that approximately 80% of these reductions will be achieved...
by Nwando Oranye | Feb 20, 2025 | Immigration Blog
Over the last week, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held new draws in the pools of International Experience Canada (IEC). From January 13 to January 19, Canada invited 11,275 young foreigners to apply for an IEC open work permit. As of January 19,...
by Nwando Oranye | Feb 20, 2025 | Immigration Blog
Canadian provinces are confronting significant challenges as federal immigration targets for Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) have been slashed by 50% for 2025. Manitoba and Newfoundland and Labrador officials have voiced concerns about the reduced allocations,...
by Nwando Oranye | Feb 20, 2025 | Immigration Blog
Ontario initiated the Regional Economic Development through Immigration (REDI) pilot program on January 2, 2025, offering a new pathway to permanent residence for skilled foreign workers. The one-year pilot allocates 200 nominations from the Ontario Immigrant Nominee...
