Foreign nationals applying for Canadian study permits will soon require over $2000 in additional funds. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has updated its proof of financial support requirement for study permit applications. For a family of one, the minimum amount of funds required—on top of first year’s tuition and travel costs—will increase to $22,895, […]

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Welcome to Canada! As you settle into your new home, one of the first financial steps you may want to take is to start building a credit history. Think of your credit score as a way for Canadian lenders, landlords, and service providers to get an idea of what your creditworthiness may be. For them, […]

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Brandon has just unveiled its list of designated employers for the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP). Brandon is the second largest city in Manitoba. Its community boundaries for the RCIP extend in a 25km radius, including the City of Brandon, as well as surrounding areas including Brandon Hills, Chater, Cornwalis, and Riverdale. Assess your eligibility […]

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The University of Toronto has entered into an agreement to assist Harvard international students who may have trouble re-entering the US. As part of this agreement, international students from Harvard Kennedy School (HKS), a school of public affairs at Harvard University, will be able to continue their studies in Canada, through University of Toronto’s Munk […]

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Some applicants to the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) may now see their applications for provincial nomination returned. Effective 1 July, 2025, new regulations implemented by Ontario’s Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development will grant the province’s immigration authority far more control over the OINP by introducing new processes to how the Provincial […]

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Skilled workers in their 40s and older have several viable pathways to Canadian permanent residency. It’s true that older skilled workers face a disadvantage in Express Entry, the Canadian federal government’s flagship application management system for immigration outside Quebec, in which the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) awards the most points to candidates aged 20-29. Older […]

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Canada’s legal landscape holds many hidden quirks. While many statutes align with modern values, others remain curiosities of their time. As the nation celebrates Canada day, we look at 10 of the most intriguing laws—both past and present—that once shaped or still govern daily life. Scaring the Queen Before being repealed in 2018, frightening or […]

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Planning on moving to Canada? From details on what the weather is really like to geographical surprises, there are some things about the Great White North that every newcomer could benefit from knowing but aren’t always found in travel guides. So, in celebration of Canada Day, here’s a closer look at some lesser-known facts about […]

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On 26 June, the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) issued more invitations to apply for provincial nomination to foreign nationals with a connection to the province. These individuals were foreign workers and students who were invited for their ability to contribute to Manitoba’s labour force and effectively settle in the province. Assess your eligibility for […]

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In June, Canada issued more invitations to apply for permanent residency than it did in April and May combined. In June, there were 7,405 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) issued to Express Entry candidates over six draws—the highest number of draws per month in 2025 to date. See how competitive your Express Entry profile is This […]

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