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Study permits, work visas under scrutiny in Canada's new immigration plan

Carney said his government would return immigration to "sustainable levels" by capping temporary workers and international students at 5 per cent of the total population by 2028

Canada Express Entry opens doors for 1,000 foreign teachers to work, live

The education-specific draw, conducted under the Express Entry system which manages skilled immigration applications, is the first of its kind

Canada visa time: 18 days for Indian tourists, 8 weeks for students

Canada permanent residency applications for Indians, like the Experience Class and Skilled Worker Programme, are now processed in 5-6 months

Liberals' return in Canada a win-lose for Indian workers, students: Decoded

The Canadian elections were closely watched not just within Canada, but by large Indian communities both in the country and abroad

Canada immigration: 421 foreigners invited to apply for permanent residency

The minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score required in this draw, held on April 28, 2025, was 727

Canada polls 2025: What today's vote means for Indian immigrants, students

"If Mark Carney wins the election, Indians aspiring to immigrate to Canada would find it easier to do so", says an expert

Canada elections 2025: What each party says on immigration, PR, visa policy

Both the Liberal and Conservative parties have released their 2025 platforms, laying out where they stand on permanent residency, foreign workers, international students, and border enforcement

Canada work permit delays: What's happening to thousands of migrants?

The delays stem from both stricter immigration rules and growing political pressure to reduce the number of temporary residents

Canada's 2025 immigration plan: Who gets permanent residency, who doesn't

With a Canada federal election on the horizon and a growing housing crisis, the construction sector has become a clear priority

Canada Express Entry: 825 candidates invited for permanent residency

The latest draw was limited to Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates

Scared of Trump's immigration crackdown, more migrants seek Canadian asylum

There are so many people that have been deported since Donald Trump has been in office, you know they're just scared, according to a Montreal-based group that assists undocumented migrants

Canada's Express Entry too tough? Provincial PR route still open in 2025

In October 2024, the Canadian government slashed the annual target for provincial landings from 110,000 to 55,000

Canadians travelling to US: Your phones, laptops may be checked, beware!

Countries including the UK, Germany and France have already issued similar warnings to their citizens

85% Canadians now live 'paycheque to paycheque'; Indian immigrants hit hard

With inflation rising, wages stuck, and personal savings running dry, many are feeling more financially stretched than ever

Canada hikes minimum wage to $17.30 from April 1; Indian immigrants to gain

Canada's wage hike applies to those working in federally regulated private sectors, including banks, postal and courier services, etc

Canada rejected 2.3 million visas in 2024; study permit refusals hit 52%

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) rejected 2,359,157 temporary resident applications in 2024

Canada immigration backlog drops below 830,000 as IRCC speeds up processing

March 2025 is the third consecutive month the backlog has stayed below 1 million, according to IRCC data

Canada drops CRS bonus for job offers: Impact on Express Entry applicants

From March 25, candidates will no longer earn extra Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points for valid job offers

Is studying in Canada a nightmare for some Indians? Red flags to watch for

A recent Reddit post titled "I Regret Moving to Canada" has gone viral

Canada immigration: PR cards in 16 days; travel visa for Indians in 83 days

If you're looking to become a Canadian citizen or want a temporary visa, here's what the latest IRCC data shows