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…
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…
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…
CIC News Ontario set to launch new pathways to permanent residence Foreign nationals seeking Canadian permanent residence through nomination by the Ontario government may soon have new pathways available to them. As a first step, Ontario’s Immigration Minister David Piccini plans to create a new talent stream under the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP), which…
CIC News British Columbia opens doors to more business owners in latest immigration draw The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) has held its largest immigration draw for entrepreneurs yet. The province held immigration selections through both the “Regional and “Base” streams of its entrepreneur immigration program, hoping to welcome new economic opportunities to…
CIC News Financial aid options for international students studying in Canada Securing a Canadian study permit requires proof of sufficient funds (without working) to cover tuition fees, living expenses for the duration of your stay, and travel costs. But following the September 1, 2025, fund increase (+$2,260) to get a study permit, international students may…
CIC News Prince Edward Island holds largest immigration draw of the year The Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP) has conducted its largest immigration draw of the year, inviting close to 200 candidates to apply for provincial nomination. Candidates working in the province were prioritized for invitations, with additional consideration given to French-speaking…
CIC News IRCC’s November processing times: some application types see significant delays The most recent processing times for various application types have been made available by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) for the month of November. Most significantly, processing times for Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) applications have increased by nearly 185% when compared to…
CIC News How newcomers can find a family doctor in Canada Finding a family doctor is a key part of settling down in Canada for many newcomers, as having one can greatly improve short-term and long-term health. In Canada, a family doctor is your main point of contact when it comes to your health, and…
CIC News Strategies for improving your French language skills: Getting from an NCLC 5 to NCLC 7 Reaching a Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadien (NCLC) level 7 in French, will greatly increase your chances of getting Canadian permanent residency (PR) through the Express Entry system. Obtaining an NCLC level 7 in your secondary official language…