November 28, 2025
B.C. launches review to save public post-secondary education system
The government of British Columbia has launched an independent review to strengthen the public post-secondary education system and ensure its long-term sustainability. Ministry of Post‑Secondary Education and Future Skills says institutions in B.C. are under severe financial
November 28, 2025
The Government of Canada removes visa requirements for Qatari citizens, strengthening bilateral ties
Minister Lena Metlege Diab announced that the Government of Canada has eliminated visa requirements for Qatari citizens, effective November 25, 2025. The move streamlines travel for business and leisure purposes while reinforcing the strong partnership between both
November 28, 2025
Ottawa announced 2026 international student cap allocations with new graduate student exemptions
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada has released provincial and territorial allocations for 2026 under the international student cap, setting a national target of 408,000 study permits—down 7% from 2025. The cap, which has successfully reduced the number
November 28, 2025
IRCC invited 777 PNP candidates in the new Express Entry draw
On November 25, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) held the Express Entry draw #380. The Government of Canada issued 777 Invitations to Apply (ITA) for the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates in this draw. This
November 27, 2025
Vance criticizes Canada’s immigration policy, linking it to declining living standards
US Vice-President JD Vance has sparked controversy by attributing Canada’s declining living standards to what he termed “immigration insanity.” Sharing economic data on social media, Vance pointed to Canada’s high foreign-born population, 23% according to Statistics Canada,
Canada has announced a temporary public policy exempting certain FIFA-invited foreign nationals from work authorization requirements ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The policy, effective through July 31, 2026, applies to FIFA employees, contractors, and subcontractors
November 27, 2025
IRCC updated the study permit policy for international students transitioning between education levels
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada announced policy changes on November 24, 2025, affecting study permit applications for designated learning institutions. Students moving from secondary to post-secondary education can now start classes at their new institution while awaiting
November 27, 2025
Canada extends legal protections for out-of-status home care workers
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada has implemented a five-year temporary measure allowing out-of-status and unauthorized home care workers to regularize their immigration status while awaiting permanent residence decisions. The policy, which became effective March 31, 2025, enables
November 26, 2025
Prince Edward Island invited 190 candidates in the new PEI PNP draw
On November 20, 2025, Prince Edward Island conducted 2025’s twelfth invitation round under the Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP). In this draw, PEI issued 190 invitations to apply (ITAs) to French-speaking candidates working in priority sectors based
November 26, 2025
Manitoba held a new skilled worker stream draw under the MPNP
On November 21, 2025, Manitoba held the invitation round #258 under the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP). The province invited 35 skilled workers under the Skilled Worker in Manitoba and Skilled Workers Overseas streams as part of a strategic recruitment initiative. In









