Express Entry’s Updated Healthcare and Social Services Category: A New Path to Canadian PR

Express Entry’s Updated Healthcare and Social Services Category: A New Path to Canadian PR

Canada has made significant changes to its Express Entry system, expanding opportunities for healthcare and social service professionals to obtain Permanent Residency (PR). As of February 27, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has revised Express Entry categories, adding social service occupations to the Healthcare and Social Services Category. [...]

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Will CEC Scores Drop After LMIA Points Removal? | Canada Express Entry Update

Will CEC Scores Come Down After LMIA Points Removal? A Deep Dive into Canada’s Updated Express Entry System

Canada’s Express Entry system has long been a cornerstone for skilled immigrants seeking permanent residence. One of its key features—the bonus CRS points for arranged employment (valid job offers supported by an LMIA)—has suddenly been removed as of March 25, 2025. In this post, we explore whether the removal will [...]

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Canada's Gold Card Alternative: Investor & Entrepreneur Pathways to PR

Canada’s “Gold Card” Alternative: Explore Investor and Entrepreneur Pathways to Permanent Residency

In recent discussions about immigration, the concept of a “Gold Card” visa has been making headlines, especially with the United States introducing a multi-million-dollar investor visa program. But does Canada have something similar? The short answer is no — you can’t buy your way into Canadian permanent residency (PR) through [...]

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IRCC Processing Times Update (March 2025): What You Need to Know for Your Canadian Immigration Journey

IRCC Processing Times Update: What You Need to Know

The Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has once again updated its processing times for various immigration applications as of March 25, 2025. These updates are crucial for anyone looking to immigrate to Canada or make adjustments to their status, whether it be applying for permanent residency, citizenship, family sponsorship, [...]

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Canada Increases PGP Cap by 66% for 2025 | ICC Immigration

Canada Boosts PGP Cap by 66%: Accepting 25,000 Sponsorship Applications in 2025 (Up from 15,000)

Canada’s commitment to family reunification takes center stage as the federal government raises the cap for the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) for 2025. In a strategic policy shift, the government will now accept up to 25,000 sponsorship applications—a notable increase compared to earlier announcements. This update is designed to [...]

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How Leaving Canada Can Boost Your CRS Score and Improve Your PR Chances

How Leaving Canada Can Improve Your CRS Score and Boost Your Chances of Securing Permanent Residency

If you’re currently navigating Canada’s immigration system and aiming for Permanent Residency (PR) through Express Entry, you may be surprised to learn that leaving Canada temporarily could actually increase your Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score. While the idea of moving back to your home country may seem counterintuitive, it could [...]

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