IRCC no longer automatically extending deadlines for incomplete immigration applications Immigration applicants who can't get certain documents due to COVID-19 closures can still ask for an extension. As immigration services start to reopen around the world, Canada’s immigration department is scaling back a coronavirus measure that automatically extends deadlines for incomplete immigration applications. By Shelby Thevenot
Immigration: Let’s not forget about the Canadian citizens of tomorrow ANALYSIS: How Canada can welcome new immigrants in a way that protects the health and safety of the Canadian public. Canada operates the most innovative and adaptable immigration system in the world. By Kareem El-Assal
Canada to relax medical inadmissibility rules ANALYSIS: The immigration policy that bars some people with disabilities from Canadian immigration is not gone but it is less restrictive. Canada is making a 2018 pilot into a permanent policy, relaxing the restrictions on certain foreign nationals with disabilities from getting permanent residence. By Michael Schwartz
Canada adds 303,000 jobs in March Statistics Canada's Labour Force Survey shows fast economic growth in March, but gains may not last. Canada’s economy grew even closer to pre-pandemic levels in March. By Shelby Thevenot
Manitoba PNP draw: 243 candidates invited Manitoba has now invited a total of 1,870 Canadian immigration candidates to apply for a provincial nomination this year. Manitoba invited 243 Canadian immigration candidates to apply for a provincial nomination on April 8. By Shelby Thevenot
Quebec commits $246 million to help attract and integrate immigrants The funds will be used to facilitate the recognition of immigrants' skills, promote regional immigration, and help attract and retain foreign students, Quebec government says. Quebec’s new budget includes a significant increase in immigration spending to stimulate economic recovery. By Alexandra Miekus
Québec injecte 246 millions pour attirer et retenir les immigrants Cet investissement permettra de faciliter la reconnaissance des compétences des immigrants, de promouvoir l'immigration régionale et à retenir les étudiants internationaux, selon Québec. Le nouveau budget du Québec prévoit une augmentation des dépenses en immigration afin de stimuler la reprise économique. By Alexandra Miekus
Saskatchewan invites 279 in new PNP draw Immigration candidates were invited to apply to Saskatchewan's Express Entry and Occupations In-Demand streams. Saskatchewan held a new draw, inviting immigration candidates to apply for a provincial nomination on April 8. By Alexandra Miekus
Health minister says it is not the time for travel as Canada enters third wave Travel restrictions set to expire this month may be rolled over yet again. Canada’s travel restrictions are set to expire on April 21, but with the third wave of coronavirus, it seems like they could be rolled over for another 30 days or more. By Mohanad Moetaz
