by Nwando Oranye | Jun 26, 2025 | Immigration Blog
Experts reveal that Prime Minister Mark Carney’s plan to reduce immigration faces significant challenges due to the systematic undercounting of temporary residents. The government’s target to limit temporary workers and international students to 5% of...
by Nwando Oranye | Jun 26, 2025 | Immigration Blog
Canada is experiencing an unprecedented surge in asylum claims from international students. Over 20,245 students sought asylum last year – nearly double the 2023 figure and six times higher than in 2019. In the first quarter of 2025 alone, 5,500 claims were filed, a...
by Nwando Oranye | Jun 26, 2025 | Immigration Blog
Following the United Kingdom’s announcement of stringent immigration reforms on May 12, 2025, speculation rises about potential policy changes in Canada. Prime Minister Mark Carney’s recent dialogue with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has...
by Nwando Oranye | Jun 26, 2025 | Immigration Blog
Prime Minister Mark Carney has appointed Lena Metlege Diab as the new Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). A lawyer and former Nova Scotia Immigration Minister, Diab brings extensive experience to the role, succeeding Rachel Bendayan. Known...
by Nwando Oranye | Jun 26, 2025 | Immigration Blog
On May 13, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held a new Express Entry draw for the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) candidates. IRCC issued 500 Invitations to Apply (ITA) to candidates in the CEC-targeted draw. In round #347, the cut-off score...
