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Immigration News
Announcement of new diplomatic appointment
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointment:
The CBSA reminds private boaters of reporting requirements
The CBSA reminds private boaters of reporting requirements
PNP backlog surges in latest IRCC application inventories
The backlog of Express Entry PNP applications in the immigration department’s inventory has surged, even as the overall backlog has continued to decrease in line with the trend in recent months. The total number of applications in the department’s backlog was 779,900, as of March 31, 2025, according to the most recently published data, released […]
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Biographical note
Tamer Mansy (PhD [Geography and Environmental Studies], Carleton University, 2008) held positions in Canada, Egypt, Libya and Afghanistan focused on peacekeeping, humanitarian assistance, migration and counter-human-trafficking before joining Global Affairs Canada in 2016.
May 2025: State of the Express Entry pool
After maintaining a steady rhythm of four draws in February and March, Express Entry activity slowed noticeably in April, with fewer invitations issued across fewer rounds. April saw the issuance of 1,246 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) across a total of two draws, with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) targeting Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates […]
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Express Entry: Canada holds first-ever draw for Education professionals
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued more invitations to apply (ITA) through the Express Entry system. The immigration department issued 1,000 ITAs to candidates in the first-ever education category-based draw. To be considered in this draw, candidates needed to have: A minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 479; and Created an Express […]
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Environment and Climate Change Canada Enforcement lays 200 charges under the Fisheries Act against one company for alleged offences related to unauthorized deposits of deleterious substances
On April 30, 2025, Environment and Climate Change Canada Enforcement laid 200 charges against ArcelorMittal Canada inc. for violation of subsection 36(3) of the Fisheries Act.
Watch the Webinar: A Clear Path to Academic Achievement in Canada
If you are committed to attaining a great score on your language assessment and increasing your chances of admission to a Canadian university, this exclusive webinar is for you! The Canadian Academic Language Test (CAEL) was developed by Canadian language experts and is accepted by all English-speaking academic institutions across Canada. The CAEL test reflects […]
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Studying in Canada? You could be eligible for the CAEL Scholarship!
For international students studying in Canada, or for those preparing to apply to a Canadian university or College, you are undoubtedly ready to prove your English language proficiency. As the only Canadian test designed specifically for academic purposes, CAEL is accepted by over 180 Canadian universities and colleges and provides an excellent representation of academic […]
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Full closure of Chaudière Crossing to motorists
Public Services and Procurement Canada wishes to advise motorists that there will be a full closure of the Chaudière Crossing.
First set of designated employers announced for Canada’s RCIP and FCIP permanent residence pathways
Timmins has revealed its designated employers for the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) and the Francophone Community Immigration Pilot (FCIP). The RCIP and the FCIP are employer-focused pathways. All foreign nationals need a job offer from a designated employer to be eligible for these PR pathways. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration Designated […]
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Media Accreditation now open for the G7 Leadersâ Summit
As the 2025 G7 President, Canada will host the G7 Leaders’ Summit in Kananaskis, Alberta from June 15-17, 2025.
International students in Canada will now have a harder time changing schools
Most international students in Canada will now require a new study permit in hand before being allowed to transfer schools. Prior to November of 2024, international students could enrol at a new Designated Learning Institution (DLI) on their existing study permit, needing only to notify IRCC by updating the institution in their IRCC online account. […]
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Saskatchewan Irrigation Development Program closing
The Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture will be closing application intake under the Irrigation Development Program as of April 30, 2025.
Assault on inmate at Millhaven InstitutionÂ
On April 29, 2025, an inmate was the victim of an assault at Millhaven Institution, a maximum-level security federal institution.
Trade Commissioner Service announces new resources to support Canadian exporters facing U.S. tariffs
As part of Canada’s ongoing support for Canadian businesses facing the unjustified tariffs imposed by the United States (U.S.), Global Affairs Canada announces the launch of new resources from the Trade Commissioner Service (TCS) aimed at supporting Canadian exporters to help them benefit from the tariff-free treatment provided under the CUSMA.
Tribunal Continues OrderâSilicon Metal from China
The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today continued its order made on August 22, 2019, in expiry review RR-2018-003, continuing, without amendment, its finding made on November 19, 2013, in inquiry NQ-2013-003, concerning the dumping and subsidizing of silicon metal containing at least 96.00 percent but less than 99.99 percent silicon by weight, and silicon metal containing between 89.00 percent and 96.00 percent silicon by weight that contains aluminum greater than 0.20 percent by weight, of all forms and sizes, from the People’s Republic of China.
CTA announces Volume-Related Composite Price Indices for Crop Year 2025â2026 for CN and CPKC
CTA announces Volume-Related Composite Price Indices for Crop Year 2025–2026 for CN and CPKC
CTA announces Volume-Related Composite Price Indices for Crop Year 2025â2026 for CN and CPKC
CTA announces Volume-Related Composite Price Indices for Crop Year 2025–2026 for CN and CPKC
North Bay releases priority sectors and occupations for RCIP
North Bay has published its list of priority sectors and occupations under the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP). The RCIP is a pathway to permanent residence for workers with job offers from designated employers in participating rural communities in Canada. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration Priority Sectors Each participating community has been […]
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Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Collins Bay Institution
On April 22, 2025, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, a package containing contraband and unauthorized items was seized at Collins Bay Institution, a multi-level security federal institution.
Two Quebec-based companies and two individuals fined a total of $35,000 for violating the Species at Risk Act
On April 3, 2025, at the Longueuil Courthouse, the companies Habitations Pilon Inc. and Les excavations Jacques Germain & fils Inc. pleaded guilty to one count each of violating prohibitions set out in the Emergency Order for the Protection of the Western Chorus Frog Great Lakes / St. Lawrence — Canadian Shield Population (the Emergency Order), in contravention of the Species at Risk Act (the Act). Marc-André Tarte, a Chambly resident and the construction manager for the company Habitations Pilon Inc., and Maxime Germain, an excavator operator for Les excavations Jacques Germain & fils Inc. and a Chambly resident, also pleaded guilty to one count each in connection with the same offences.
Seizures of contraband and unauthorized items at Cowansville Institution
On April 23 and 24, 2025, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Cowansville Institution, a medium security federal institution.
AgriStability enrolment deadline extended to July 31, 2025 (Saskatchewan)
Today, Saskatchewan Agriculture Minister Daryl Harrison, along with federal, provincial, and territorial governments, announced the AgriStability enrolment deadline for the existing 2025 program year is extended (without penalty) from April 30, 2025, to July 31, 2025.