Canada to Raise Immigration Targets – November 2025 Update

Immigration Targets

Canada Expected to Raise Immigration Targets in November 2025 By Asif Consulting | October 9, 2025 Canada is expected to increase its immigration targets in the upcoming 2026–2028 Immigration Levels Plan, scheduled for announcement in November 2025, according to ongoing policy discussions and provincial feedback. The plan, which shapes the nation’s demographic and labour market […]

Latest IRCC Processing Times October 2025 Updates

Latest IRCC Processing Times

Latest IRCC Processing Times as of October 2025: Key Updates for Applicants By Asif Consulting Newsroom Canada’s immigration landscape continues to evolve, and the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has officially released the latest processing times as of October 1, 2025. These updates carry major implications for applicants across all immigration streams — from […]

Next Express Entry Draw: October 2025 Predictions & CRS Cutoff

October 2025 Express Entry

Next Express Entry Draw Predictions & CRS Cutoffs for October 2025 As Canada’s immigration landscape continues to evolve, October 2025 Express Entry remain the cornerstone of attracting skilled workers, graduates, and professionals worldwide. Every draw by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) not only reveals short-term priorities but also signals the federal government’s long-term immigration strategy. […]

IRCC Processing Times Update – September 2025

IRCC Processing Times

Latest IRCC Processing Times – September 2025 Update Published on: 26 September 2025 The Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has released the latest processing times for various immigration applications. These updated timelines, based on 80% of finalized applications, provide a helpful guide for anyone planning to study, work, or settle in Canada. Please note: […]

Manitoba EOI Draw #254: 911 Invitations Issued

Manitoba EOI Draw

Manitoba Expression of Interest Draw #254 Issues 911 Invitations Asif Consulting – September 25, 2025 Manitoba continues to attract skilled newcomers to support its labour market needs. In its latest Expression of Interest (EOI) Draw #254, held on September 18, 2025, the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) issued 911 invitations under the Skilled Worker Stream. […]

PNP nomination Canada: 228 Invitations Issued

PNP nomination Canada

Canada Immigration Update: Express Entry PNP nomination Canada Issues 228 Invitations Canada continues to strengthen its immigration system by targeting skilled professionals through the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) stream of Express Entry. In the most recent draw, held this September, 228 candidates received Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residency. Why This PNP Nomination Canada […]

Express Entry Rounds of Invitations Guide

Express Entry Rounds of Invitations

Express Entry – Rounds of Invitations Made Simple Canada selects candidates from the Express Entry Rounds of Invitations Guide pool by issuing invitations to apply (ITAs) for permanent residence throughout the year. These invitations are based on Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores, which rank applicants on factors like age, education, work experience, and language ability. […]

Alberta Farm Stream Immigration Guide

Alberta Farm Stream

Alberta Farm Stream Immigration: Costs, Eligibility & Application Guide Alberta’s Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) Farm Stream has emerged as one of Canada’s most specialized immigration pathways, offering experienced farmers the chance to gain permanent residence by investing in Alberta’s agricultural sector. This stream is specifically designed for candidates with proven farm management skills and enough […]

IRCC Holds New Express Entry Draw, Invites More PNP Candidates

New Express Entry Draw

IRCC Conducts Latest Express Entry Draw, Issues More Invitations to PNP Candidates Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has issued 228 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) in its latest Express Entry draw, targeting Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) candidates. The draw took place on September 5, 2025, with candidates needing a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score […]

Canada Invites 5,000 in Latest Healthcare & Social Services Draw

Healthcare

Great news for healthcare and social service workers! In 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will continue to prioritize healthcare and social service occupations under the Express Entry system. This year alone, 5,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) have already been issued under this category. The latest draw had a CRS (Comprehensive Ranking System) cut-off […]