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Studying in Canada in 2025: Complete Guide for International Students
Study Permits
Sep 2, 202512 min read

Studying in Canada in 2025: Complete Guide for International Students

Comprehensive 2025 guide for international students in Canada: eligibility, costs, study permit process, work rights, PGWP updates, and PR pathways.

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Understanding the New PGWP Field-of-Study Rules for Non-Degree Programs Since Nov 1, 2024
Study Permits
Sep 13, 202512 min read

Understanding the New PGWP Field-of-Study Rules for Non-Degree Programs Since Nov 1, 2024

Complete guide to understanding the new pgwp field-of-study rules for non-degree programs since nov 1, 2024 with expert RCIC analysis and practical strategies.

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Canada extends General Permit for humanitarian transactions with Syrian institutions for 6 months
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Sep 12, 202510 min read

Canada extends General Permit for humanitarian transactions with Syrian institutions for 6 months

Breaking: Canada extends General Permit allowing humanitarian transactions with Syrian institutions for additional 6 months. Enhanced compliance framework, expanded organizational eligibility, and strengthened monitoring requirements for humanitarian operations.

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IRCC Processing Time Improvements January 2025
Immigration News
Sep 12, 202510 min read

IRCC Processing Time Improvements January 2025

Comprehensive analysis of ircc processing time improvements january 2025. Expert RCIC insights and practical guidance for Canadian immigration success.

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Parent and Grandparent Sponsorship in 2025: New Income & Family‑Size Requirements
Family Sponsorship
Sep 12, 202510 min read

Parent and Grandparent Sponsorship in 2025: New Income & Family‑Size Requirements

Comprehensive analysis of parent and grandparent sponsorship in 2025: new income & family‑size requirements. Expert RCIC insights and practical guidance for Canadian immigration success.

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Parent and Grandparent Sponsorship in 2025: New Income & Family‑Size Requirements
Family Sponsorship
Sep 12, 202512 min read

Parent and Grandparent Sponsorship in 2025: New Income & Family‑Size Requirements

Complete guide to parent and grandparent sponsorship in 2025: new income & family‑size requirements with expert RCIC analysis and practical strategies.

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PGWP in 2025: 3‑Year Master's Rule, New Field‑of‑Study/Language Requirements, PPP Exclusions & the 180‑Day Application Clock
Study Permits
Sep 12, 202510 min read

PGWP in 2025: 3‑Year Master's Rule, New Field‑of‑Study/Language Requirements, PPP Exclusions & the 180‑Day Application Clock

Comprehensive analysis of pgwp in 2025: 3‑year master's rule, new field‑of‑study/language requirements, ppp exclusions & the 180‑day application clock. Expert RCIC insights and practical guidance for Canadian immigration success.

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Navigating PGWP Eligibility: Understanding Field-of-Study Updates and Special Cases
Sep 11, 20258 min read

Navigating PGWP Eligibility: Understanding Field-of-Study Updates and Special Cases

Comprehensive guide for international students on PGWP eligibility, field-of-study updates, and special cases for Canadian work permits.

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How have IRCC's processing times changed since mid-July?
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Sep 10, 20259 min read

How have IRCC's processing times changed since mid-July?

Analysis of IRCC processing time changes since mid-July 2025. Study permits, work permits, visitor visas, and permanent residence applications - what's faster and what's slower.

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Red Tape Review Progress Report Published: Major Immigration Process Improvements Coming
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Sep 8, 202510 min read

Red Tape Review Progress Report Published: Major Immigration Process Improvements Coming

Breaking: IRCC publishes comprehensive Red Tape Review Progress Report outlining significant improvements to immigration processes, digital transformation, and client experience enhancements for 2025-2026.

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Police Certificates for Canadian Immigration: Requirements, Validity, and Country-Specific Steps
Application Process
Sep 6, 202510 min read

Police Certificates for Canadian Immigration: Requirements, Validity, and Country-Specific Steps

A comprehensive guide to obtaining police certificates for Canadian immigration applications. Learn about requirements, validity periods, and country-specific procedures.

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Express Entry Draw #365 Issues 4,500 ITAs to French‑language Candidates
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Sep 4, 20258 min read

Express Entry Draw #365 Issues 4,500 ITAs to French‑language Candidates

Breaking: IRCC conducted Express Entry Draw #365 on September 4, 2025, issuing 4,500 invitations to French-speaking candidates with minimum CRS score of 365.

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Express Entry: French-language proficiency draw held September 4, 2025
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Sep 4, 20258 min read

Express Entry: French-language proficiency draw held September 4, 2025

IRCC held a French-language proficiency draw on September 4, 2025, inviting 4,500 candidates with minimum CRS score of 365. Analysis of requirements and next steps.

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IRCC Consultation: Express Entry 2025 Category Priorities
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Aug 28, 20258 min read

IRCC Consultation: Express Entry 2025 Category Priorities

IRCC seeks public input on Express Entry category-based selection priorities for 2025. Have your say by September 3rd.

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Canadian Citizenship Complete Guide 2025
Canadian Citizenship
Aug 15, 202515 min read

Canadian Citizenship Complete Guide 2025

Everything you need to know about applying for Canadian citizenship in 2025: requirements, test preparation, application process, and timeline.

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Express Entry Canada 2025: Complete Guide to Federal Skilled Worker Immigration
Express Entry
Jan 15, 202514 min read

Express Entry Canada 2025: Complete Guide to Federal Skilled Worker Immigration

Complete Express Entry guide 2025: CRS score optimization, FSW/CEC/FST programs, draw predictions, document requirements. Expert RCIC strategies for success.

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Post‑Graduation Work Permit eligibility: field‑of‑study, language, duration updates 2024‑25
Study Permits
Jan 15, 202512 min read

Post‑Graduation Work Permit eligibility: field‑of‑study, language, duration updates 2024‑25

Comprehensive guide to PGWP eligibility updates 2024-25. Field-of-study requirements, language criteria, duration calculations, and strategic guidance for international students navigating new requirements.

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Work Permit Processing Times Canada 2025: LMIA, PGWP, Spousal Permits
Work Permits
Jan 15, 202511 min read

Work Permit Processing Times Canada 2025: LMIA, PGWP, Spousal Permits

Current work permit processing times 2025: LMIA work permits, PGWP, spousal permits, open work permits. Country-specific timelines and expediting strategies.

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