IRCC Restrict Family Open Work Permits in 2025 Major Changes to Canada’s Family Work Permit Program: What You Need to Know The Canadian government has introduced significant restrictions on family work permits for international students and foreign workers to address housing affordability and control temporary resident numbers. Effective January 21, [...]
How Workers on Closed Permits Can Change Employers While Awaiting Approval Outline for the Article Main Topics Subtopics Introduction Overview of the temporary public policy for closed work permits. What Are Closed Work Permits? Explanation of closed work permits and their conditions. Temporary Public Policy Explained Overview of the policy [...]
New Restrictions on Family Work Permits for Foreign Students and Workers Outline For Article Main Topics Subtopics Introduction Overview of recent changes to family work permits. What Are Family Work Permits? Explanation of family work permits and their purpose. Who Will Be Affected by the Changes? Details on students and [...]
Yukon Introduces 2025 Intake System for Nominee Program Applications The Yukon Nominee Program (YNP), one of Canada’s key immigration pathways, is making significant changes in 2025 by introducing a new intake-based approach. Understanding this shift is crucial for individuals seeking permanent residence in Canada, primarily through employer-led initiatives. At Prestige Law, we [...]
“Canada’s 2025: 4 New Japa Pathways Unveiled” What You Need to Know Canada is gearing up to launch four new permanent residency (PR) pathways in 2025 to address labour shortages, enhance linguistic diversity, and support caregiving and economic needs across communities. Despite reducing annual immigration targets, these initiatives represent a [...]
Manitoba Kicks Off 2025 Canada Immigration Draw with First Invitations In a landmark move, Manitoba has officially launched its first Expression of Interest (EOI) draw of 2025 under the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP), prioritizing candidates from the Skilled Worker in Manitoba and Skilled Worker Overseas streams. The January 9th [...]
Canada Tax Changes for Start-Up Visa Applicants in 2025 Canada’s tax system is undergoing significant updates in 2025 that could impact start-up entrepreneurs immigrating through the Start-Up Visa (SUV) program. Whether you are planning to establish or grow a business in Canada, understanding these tax changes is critical for compliance and financial [...]
Canada to Miss Deadline for Citizenship by Descent Changes The federal government will miss the extended deadline to change the second-generation cut-off provision regarding citizenship by descent. Governor General Mary Simon has prorogued Parliament until March 24, 2025, so the federal government cannot amend the Citizenship Act before the most [...]
Alberta PNP Invites 588 Candidates in 2024 final draw.Alberta has revealed the details of a new draw through the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP), issuing 588 application invitations. The December 23 draw was for Alberta Opportunity Stream candidates and required a minimum score of 55. The specific requirements are below. Alberta Draw [...]
How to get an open work permit for your spouse or partner? When sponsoring your spouse, common-law, or conjugal partner for Canadian permanent residence, your partner may be eligible to obtain an open work permit (OWP). The sponsored person can only apply for this OWP after you have submitted your [...]
