Prime Minister Carney Unveils “Made-in-Canada” Immigration Plan Aimed at U.S. H-1B Talent
IRCC Data Reveal 60 % Plunge in New International Student Arrivals
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Ontario Slaps $66,000 Fine on Unlicensed Immigration Consultant in OINP Crackdown
Ontario’s immigration ministry revealed on October 23 that an unauthorized consultant has been fined CAD 66,000—the province’s largest single fine to date—for unlicensed immigration advice. The case is part of a broader 2025 enforcement drive that has penalised 18 parties, signalling to employers and applicants that stringent due-diligence checks on representatives are now essential.
Manitoba PNP Issues Just 29 Invitations in Targeted October 23 Draw
Manitoba’s October 23 PNP draw issued only 29 invitations—down sharply from earlier rounds—as the province pivoted back to employer-targeted nominations. The move indicates tighter selection for the remainder of 2025 and highlights the value of job offers, community ties and active Express Entry profiles for would-be nominees.
Canada extends TR-to-PR open work-permit option to December 2026
IRCC has extended the open work-permit option for Temporary-Resident-to-Permanent-Resident applicants to 31 December 2026, giving eligible workers and their families two more years of work authorization while permanent-residence files are processed. The move reduces administrative burden for employers, offers greater status security for assignees and eases pressure on IRCC processing streams.
Newfoundland & Labrador invites 100 candidates in dual PNP–AIP draw
Newfoundland & Labrador issued 100 ITAs on 22 Oct 2025—55 via its Provincial Nominee Program and 45 through the Atlantic Immigration Program—prioritising health, tech and fisheries talent. The draw demonstrates continued provincial momentum even as federal immigration caps tighten.
Manitoba selects 206 candidates across three streams in latest MPNP draw
Manitoba issued 206 LAAs on 22 Oct 2025 through three MPNP streams, continuing a brisk nomination pace aimed at supporting manufacturing and agrifood employers. The draw helps the province reach its reinstated federal allocation and offers employers a digital route to secure skilled talent.
Nova Scotia targets tech talent—issues undisclosed number of invitations to programmers
Nova Scotia’s 22 Oct 2025 Labour Market Priorities draw singled out Express Entry programmers and interactive-media developers, advancing the province’s goal of doubling its tech workforce. Employers gain a rapid immigration channel that bypasses federal LMIA requirements.
Northwest Territories outlines plan to recruit internationally-educated health professionals
The Northwest Territories unveiled a package of incentives on 22 Oct 2025 aimed at attracting internationally trained health professionals, including fast-track licensing and CA$20,000 relocation grants. The measures seek to cut double-digit vacancy rates in remote clinics and provide employers with a priority immigration pathway.