Mendicino announces 2 new immigration programs for Hongkongers Recent grads and workers in Canada who have a Hong Kong passport have more pathways to permanent residence. On June 8, Immigration Minister Marco Mendicino unveiled two new immigration streams, which offer a path to permanent residence for eligible Hongkongers in Canada who are workers or recent graduates. By Shelby Thevenot
More international students invited to apply for Ontario PNP International students with job offers in Ontario can now apply for a provincial nomination. A total of 158 international students can now apply for a provincial nomination after Ontario held two draws on May 26. By Shelby Thevenot
Canadian Immigration: A Preview of the Rest of 2021 ANALYSIS: Canadian immigration will be guided by Canada's ability to defeat COVID-19 and whether a federal election is called. Two major issues will shape the trajectory of Canadian immigration for the remainder of this year. By Kareem El-Assal
Canada discussing suspending entry of international students to Ontario International students may be temporarily barred from travelling to Ontario. Following a meeting with the provinces on April 29, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is putting in motion the steps to suspend international student travel to Ontario. By Shelby Thevenot
Why Canada is focusing on immigration candidates living in the country ANALYSIS: Canada depends on immigrants to support economic recovery, and the pandemic presents challenges. With international travel low and immigration targets high, Canada has been opening pathways for domestic immigration candidates to apply for permanent residence. By Mohanad Moetaz
Will Canada remain appealing to immigrants after the pandemic? ANALYSIS: Why Canada will likely remain a prime destination of choice for global talent when COVID-19 is behind us. Canada was an extremely attractive destination to global talent prior to the coronavirus pandemic. By Kareem El-Assal
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
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
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