canada immigration

Canada Tightens Immigration Amid Political Pressure and Public Opinion Shift

04 Sep 2024

Canada is quietly taking steps to reduce the number of immigrants entering the country, reflecting how immigration has become a significant political issue ahead of the next federal election. Recent figures obtained by Reuters indicate that the ratio of rejected visitor visa applications has been higher than approvals in recent...

Unemployment Rate Among New Immigrants In Canada Nearly Double

12 Jul 2024

New immigrants in Canada, those who have become permanent residents within the past five years, are experiencing an unemployment rate nearly double that of the general population, according to recent data from Statistics Canada. The report reveals that the unemployment rate for recent immigrants stands at 12.6%, a significant increase...

New Canadian immigration rules hit marriages in Punjab

28 Jan 2024

Last week, Pallavi Sharma, a vibrant young woman in her early twenties, saw her aspirations of studying abroad shattered. Pallavi, who achieved a score of 6.5 bands in her IELTS in September last year, had been eagerly planning to pursue an undergraduate program at a Canadian university. Her engagement last...

Canada’s Plans to Sustain Immigration at 500,000 Strong in 2026

02 Nov 2023

India-Canada: The Canadian government has announced that it is aiming to maintain its target of welcoming 5,00,000 new permanent residents in 2026, reported CBC News. This decision is part of a broader strategy to address labor supply issues while relieving pressures on the nation's housing and healthcare systems. Canadian Immigration...