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As of March 25, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced a major change to the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) for Express Entry candidates. Job offer points are no longer awarded to candidates in the Express Entry pool, affecting both current and future applicants.
Canada is facing a big problem: there aren’t enough homes for everyone. To fix this, the government is making changes to immigration rules to bring in more construction workers and keep skilled workers in the country.
Canada is making big changes to its Express Entry system in 2025! The focus will be on inviting workers with Canadian experience and those in high-demand fields like healthcare, trades, and education. French-speaking candidates will also have an advantage. If you're thinking about immigrating, now is the time to prepare! Learn more about how these updates could impact your chances of moving to Canada.
he government has just launched two new immigration pilots to help skilled workers settle in 18 smaller communities across the country. Whether you’re looking for job opportunities in a rural town or want to join a Francophone community, this could be your chance to build a future in Canada
Canada is introducing new rules for Open work permits for family members of international students and foreign workers, starting January 21, 2025. These changes will limit OWPs to spouses of students in specific programs and workers in high-demand occupations. Learn more about the updated criteria and how they could impact you or your family.
Canada is stepping up its border security with advanced measures like drones, AI-powered technology, and increased personnel to enhance safety and reduce illegal activity.
Despite recent changes and challenges in Canada's immigration landscape, opportunities remain abundant. With LMIA points still boosting CRS scores until Spring 2025, regular Express Entry draws continuing, and numerous Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) available, now is the time to act. Additionally, with Canadian parliament on pause following Justin Trudeau's resignation, new policy changes are delayed, creating a window to take advantage of the current system.
The government announced that starting in spring 2025, Express Entry candidates will no longer receive additional points for having a job offer. This change aims to reduce fraud by eliminating the incentive to illegally buy or sell Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIAs).
Canada has made an important change in how it chooses immigrants. If you are applying through the Express Entry system, you no longer get extra points for having a job offer supported by a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA).
Canada’s 2024 immigration changes, including a 20% target cut, have made it harder for newcomers. Skilled workers, students, and families now face stricter rules, fewer Invitations to Apply (ITAs), and longer wait times. Despite these challenges, programs like PNPs and strategic preparation offer pathways to success.
Canada has raised the off-campus work limit for international students to 24 hours per week during academic sessions, allowing students to better manage living expenses while prioritizing their studies. Additionally, students must now apply for and receive approval for a new study permit before transferring to a different institution, ensuring greater oversight and program integrity.