November 4, 2025
Holland College faces a 47% drop in international enrolment due to federal policy changes
Holland College has reported a 47% decline in its international student population in 2025, from 848 students last year to 446. The college projects an additional loss of 300 students by the 2026–27 academic year, totalling a
November 4, 2025
PEI PNP held an unexpected draw and issued 159 invitations
On October 27, 2025, Prince Edward Island held the eleventh invitation round of the Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP), although it was scheduled for November 20, 2025. In this round, the province issued 159
November 4, 2025
Statistics Canada releases a comprehensive study on Arab populations showing rapid growth and high education levels
Statistics Canada published a detailed demographic analysis examining Arab communities across the country, revealing significant growth and notable characteristics. The Arab population has more than tripled since 2001, reaching nearly 796,000 people in 2021, with projections suggesting
The Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada has announced significant changes to its document submission procedures, designating the My Case portal as the main channel for electronic filings. Legal counsel and designated representatives working with the Refugee
October 29, 2025
Canada’s international student policy faces critical challenges as experts call for comprehensive reforms
A new policy brief by Dr. Lisa Ruth Brunner reveals that Canada’s once-lauded international education system is now facing significant scrutiny due to fragmented governance and overreliance on student tuition revenues. The research identifies key issues, including
October 29, 2025
Manitoba Government allocates $900,000 in grants to support newcomers and low-income residents through community organizations
The Manitoba government has announced nearly $900,000 in funding to five community organizations dedicated to assisting low-income residents and newcomers facing housing instability. Families Minister Nahanni Fontaine revealed that the grants, sourced from a $20-million endowment fund
October 29, 2025
University of Toronto leads Canada in 2026 global rankings as three institutions secure top 50 spots
The University of Toronto has maintained its position as Canada’s premier academic institution, ranking 21st globally in the newly released Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026. McGill University and the University of British Columbia
October 28, 2025
IRCC updated the Recognized Employer Pilot: Multiple work permit applications are now permitted under a single LMIA
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced procedural updates to the Recognized Employer Pilot program. Effective October 24, 2025, applicants may now use a single Labour Market Impact Assessment for multiple work permit applications under the
October 27, 2025
Saskatchewan lays first-ever charges under provincial immigration protection laws against three
Three employers face historic charges under Saskatchewan’s Foreign Worker Recruitment and Immigration Services Act, marking the first prosecution of its kind in the province. Kartikkumar Prakashkumar Patel, Rutvik Hasmukhbhai Patel, and Piyushkumar Mafatbhai Patel each face three
October 27, 2025
Canada expands Francophone Student Pathway to Permanent Residence with increased application cap
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced a significant expansion of the Francophone Minority Communities Student Pilot, raising the application cap by nearly 700 spots to 2,970 for the upcoming intake period. This enhanced study-to-permanent residence








