Manitoba invites skilled workers in Canada and overseas in latest MPNP draw

CIC News Manitoba invites skilled workers in Canada and overseas in latest MPNP draw Manitoba has issued 63 Letters of Advice to Apply (LAAs) through the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) under the Skilled Worker Stream on December 18, 2025. The invitations went to candidates in the Skilled Worker in Manitoba or Skilled Worker Overseas…

New Brunswick resumes PNP invitations with first draw of December

CIC News New Brunswick resumes PNP invitations with first draw of December The New Brunswick Provincial Nominee Program (NBPNP) has held its first provincial nomination invitation round since November 16, 2025, issuing new invitations on December 9, 2025. The province issued 110 invitations through both the New Brunswick Express Entry Stream and the New Brunswick…

Five questions to ask before hiring an immigration representative

CIC News Five questions to ask before hiring an immigration representative Immigrating to Canada is high stakes, prompting many newcomers to work with immigration representatives for work permit and permanent residence applications. Here are five questions you should always ask before deciding to hire an immigration representative: What are my chances of success? Are there…

Snowstorm caught you off guard? Here’s how to be better prepared for the next one

CIC News Snowstorm caught you off guard? Here’s how to be better prepared for the next one From subzero temperatures to heavy snowfall and icy roads, Canadian winters can present a tough adjustment for those experiencing them for the first time. With winter already in full effect, it’s essential to be prepared for the next…

British Columbia invites hundreds of candidates in first program draw in more than two months

CIC News British Columbia invites hundreds of candidates in first program draw in more than two months On December 10, the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) held a new skills immigration invitation round. The draw targeted hundreds of candidates that the province believes will create a high economic impact. Assess your eligibility for…

The MPNP’s first draw of December prioritizes candidates in Manitoba

CIC News The MPNP’s first draw of December prioritizes candidates in Manitoba On December 5, 2025, the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) invited nearly 185 candidates to apply for provincial nomination. The MPNP extended invitations to candidates through its Skilled Worker Stream, selecting candidates through its Skilled Worker in Manitoba and Skilled Worker Overseas pathways.…

Affected by US halt on immigration applications from 19 countries? Consider Canada’s Express Entry

CIC News Affected by US halt on immigration applications from 19 countries? Consider Canada’s Express Entry On December 2, 2025, the Trump administration put an indefinite pause on the processing of immigration applications submitted by nationals from 19 countries deemed “high risk.” Included in this pause are green card applications, meaning nationals from affected countries…

These five famous Americans will become Canadian citizens, thanks to a new citizenship law

CIC News These five famous Americans will become Canadian citizens, thanks to a new citizenship law Some famous Americans— including Madonna and Hillary Clinton—will be considered Canadian citizens under a new law. On November 20, Bill C-3: An Act to amend the Citizenship Act (2025) was passed by the Canadian federal government, removing the first-generation…

How international students in Canada can earn money on-campus, off-campus, or remotely

CIC News How international students in Canada can earn money on-campus, off-campus, or remotely International students in Canada looking to make some extra spending money may want to consider a side hustle, such as food delivery or website design. If your study permit conditions allow for it and you meet eligibility criteria, you can engage…

Open study permits available to family members of international students and foreign workers

CIC News Open study permits available to family members of international students and foreign workers Accompanying family members of foreign workers and international students can receive special study permits that are not tied to a single Designated Learning Institution (DLI), authorizing these individuals to attend any school of their choice Provided that they meet certain…