by Nwando Oranye | Dec 27, 2024 | Immigration Blog
The Government of Canada has discontinued its Student Direct Stream (SDS) program, affecting thousands of Indian students planning to study in Canada. The program, which previously allowed fast-track processing of study permits within weeks, will now be replaced by...
by Nwando Oranye | Dec 27, 2024 | Immigration Blog
Saskatchewan’s 2024-25 Mid-Year Report reveals a complex economic landscape, with the province projecting a $743.5 million deficit – an increase of $470.4 million from the initial budget. While the economy maintains its strength, evidenced by being the...
by Nwando Oranye | Dec 27, 2024 | Immigration Blog
The New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program has suspended accepting new Expressions of Interest and issuing Invitations to Apply under its Strategic Initiative stream, effective November 28, 2024. This pause, implemented after reaching the program’s annual...
by Nwando Oranye | Dec 27, 2024 | Immigration Blog
A concerning trend is emerging in Canada’s immigration landscape, as revealed in the Conference Board of Canada’s “The Leaky Bucket 2024” report. Economic immigrants, particularly skilled workers and professionals, are leading a departure from...
by Nwando Oranye | Dec 27, 2024 | Immigration Blog
Immigration Minister Marc Miller faced intense questioning at the House of Commons immigration committee regarding Canada’s new immigration strategy. The plan, which aims to reduce permanent residents by 21% and decrease the temporary population significantly...
