How to Apply for Criminal Rehabilitation in Canada
For foreign nationals, visa holders, and foreign investors seeking to visit or immigrate to Canada, past criminal history—whether in Canada or abroad—can lead to criminal inadmissibility. However, Canada’s immigration system offers a legal pathway to overcome such barriers through the Criminal Rehabilitation application process. This blog outlines who is eligible, how to apply, and what […]
Alberta Immigration Draws: June 2025 AAIP Highlights for Foreign Workers
The Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) continued to advance sector-driven immigration in June 2025, issuing 291 invitations across various worker streams including Express Entry-linked pathways and non-Express Entry programs. These draws reflect Alberta’s commitment to targeting key labour market gaps in priority sectors such as healthcare, agriculture, construction, tourism, and technology. If you’re a foreign […]
2025 Wildfire Response: Canada Announces Immigration Support Measures
As wildfires continue to threaten communities across Canada, the Government of Canada has launched new immigration support measures to assist individuals affected by these climate-driven emergencies. These temporary measures, effective from June 11 to November 30, 2025, reflect the federal government’s commitment to provide wildfire support measures helping both Canadian residents and temporary foreign nationals […]
How IRCC Plans to Reduce Immigration Backlogs in 2025–26
Canada’s immigration system is undergoing major structural changes in 2025–26. With ongoing demands for faster processing and greater transparency, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is investing heavily in internal services, digital infrastructure, and workforce planning to address application backlogs and service delivery issues. Here’s how IRCC is positioning itself to improve outcomes for applicants, […]
Your Guide to Canadian Citizenship and Passport Applications / Services in 2025–26
For permanent residents, becoming a Canadian citizen is often the final milestone in the immigration journey. In its 2025–26 Departmental Plan, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has outlined key goals for improving the processing and delivery of citizenship and passport services. This blog breaks down the government’s priorities, targets, and service improvements relevant to […]
Your Ultimate PR Guidance for Canada in 2025–26
For foreign nationals, skilled workers, international students, and investors looking to build a long-term future in Canada, understanding the PR landscape in 2025-26 is crucial. The Government of Canada, through Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), has released its updated 2025–2026 Departmental Plan and Immigration Levels Plan. This blog offers an expert breakdown of key […]
Canada’s 2025–26 Immigration Plan: What Temporary Residents Need to Know
Canada’s 2025–2026 Departmental Plan, led by Minister of Immigration Lena Metlege Diab, outlines a significant shift in how Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will manage temporary resident intake in the coming years. The updated plan, released through canada.ca, emphasizes sustainability, integration, and improved service delivery for temporary visitors, international students, and temporary foreign workers. […]
Canada Prioritizes Key Sectors for PGWP: Updated Approved Fields of Study in 2025
Canada has released a refined list of approved fields of study that qualify for the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) as part of major reforms to international student immigration pathways. The new list, effective September 1, 2024, directly impacts international students planning to stay and work in Canada after graduation. This blog provides a clear breakdown […]
PGWP Eligibility Tightens: Changes to Approved Study Programs
As of May 15, 2024, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has made critical updates to the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) eligibility criteria. These changes are part of the federal government’s broader efforts to align international student pathways with labour market needs and to ensure the sustainability of Canada’s immigration system. At Visaserve Immigration Law […]
Canada’s Intake of International Students Needs to Be ‘Sustainable,’ Says Immigration Minister
In a significant policy shift announced in the 2025 Speech from the Throne, the Government of Canada will limit the total number of temporary foreign workers and international students to less than 5% of Canada’s population by 2027. This move, driven by the need to address national infrastructure strains and housing challenges, represents a recalibration […]