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Canada’s immigration backlog decreases slightly to 2.6 million IRCC's inventory has decreased for the first time since July 2021.

Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is reporting a decrease in its August 31 inventory.

By Shelby Thevenot

How to study in Canada as an Indian student Indian students make up over 30% of Canada’s international students.

According to a recent study by the Canadian Bureau of International Education, Canada is a top choice for international students due to its reputation as a safe, stable, and tolerant country in addition to the quality of its educational institutions.

By Edana Robitaille

IRCC officials discuss study permit backlog and new recommendations at CBIE symposium Report recommends increased transparency and more collaboration between IRCC, the provinces and designated learning institutions

Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is reporting an unprecedented surge in demand for study permits from international students. According to ICEF Monitor, the numbers are continuing to increase as pandemic restrictions are loosen around the globe and students are returning to Canada to begin or complete their post-secondary education.

By Edana Robitaille

PGWP holders can apply for a new open work permit Certain expired PGWP holders will now be able to apply for a new open work permit.

Canada has released instructions for how certain Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) holders can apply for a new open work permit or extend the one they currently have.

By Shelby Thevenot

Canada’s immigration backlog grows to 2.7 million people The backlog has grown by nearly 300,000 people since June.

Canada continues to struggle with its immigration applications as its inventory now stands at some 2.7 million people.

By Kareem El-Assal

How to get a work permit as a TV and Film Production worker The Canadian government facilitates work permit processing for foreign tv and film industry workers.

Television and film production companies can bring workers to Canada through the TV and Film Production Work Permit Category if they can demonstrate that the work to be performed by the foreign worker is essential to production. If you submit your work permit application online as a TV or Film worker, you may be eligible […]

By Julia Hornstein

Survey: International students choose Canada for its reputation as a safe and inclusive country There are many pathways for graduates stay in Canada

The Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE) has recently released the results of their 2021 annual international student survey. The survey contains data from over 41,000 students from 67 Canadian educational institutions. International students provided input on their experiences with all aspects of studying in Canada. They answered questions about why they decided to study […]

By Edana Robitaille

How American residents can work in Canada Canadian work permit options for job-seekers.

Most U.S. residents need a work permit in order to work in Canada.

By Daniel Levy

PGWPs expired after September 20, 2021 can get extension Immigration Minister Sean Fraser tweeted that the previously-announced PGWP extension will be available to PGWPs that have expired since September 20, 2021.

Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) holders whose work permit expires between September 20, 2021 and December 31, 2022 may be eligible for a one-time PGWP extension.

By Shelby Thevenot