by Nwando Oranye | May 22, 2025 | Immigration Blog
A Federal Court decision in Tousi v. Canada (2025) has established new guidelines for Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) regarding Start-Up Visa application processing times. The ruling affects approximately 38,000 applicants whose cases have been...
by Nwando Oranye | May 22, 2025 | Immigration Blog
Recent findings from the ApplyBoard Student Pulse Survey reveal Canada’s continued dominance as the premier destination for international education. With an overwhelming 94% of survey participants expressing interest in studying in Canada, the country...
by Nwando Oranye | May 22, 2025 | Immigration Blog
On April 14, 2025, the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP) announced strategic changes for 2025, operating with a reduced allocation of 4,000 nominations. The program will prioritize healthcare professionals, entrepreneurs, and skilled workers with...
by Nwando Oranye | May 22, 2025 | Immigration Blog
On April 14, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held the first Express Entry draw #342 after the CRS points change. In this draw, the Government of Canada issued 825 Invitations to Apply (ITA) for the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates....
by Nwando Oranye | May 22, 2025 | Immigration Blog
Following Bloc Quebecois leader Yves-François Blanchet’s proposal regarding French language requirements for citizenship applicants in Quebec, a constitutional debate has emerged. The legislation proposes implementing French-only citizenship tests in Quebec and...