Canada’s immigration landscape is undergoing notable shifts as of July 2025. From restricted work permit processing to revamped provincial programs, these updates have significant implications for applicants, especially those eyeing the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP), low-wage LMIAs, and international student pathways.
00:37and review current study and work permit processing times.
00:41Watch till the end for crucial insights and timing strategies to help you navigate these evolving immigration landscapes with confidence.
00:53Canada's immigration landscape is undergoing notable shifts as of July 2025.
01:10From restricted work permit processing to revamped provincial programs,
01:15these updates have significant implications for applicants,
01:18especially those eyeing the parents and grandparents program, low-wage LMIAs, and international student pathways.
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01:42Let's begin with Parents and Grandparents Program 2025 draw.
01:52IRCC will invite 10,000 sponsors from the 2020 intake on July 28, reviving hopes for many awaiting family reunification.
02:07Next, we explore low-wage LMIA restrictions due to unemployment.
02:14High unemployment rates across Ontario, Alberta, and BC have restricted low-wage LMIA approvals.
02:23Only select rural zones like Guelph and Thunder Bay remain eligible.
02:28Moving on to Nova Scotia PNP priority changes.
02:34For 2025 to 2026, PNP applications will focus strictly on health care, construction, and regional workers.
02:43STEM and energy sectors are deprioritized.
02:47Then we examine Quebec suspends CSQs for work permits.
02:53From January 16, Quebec's MyFi will stop issuing CSQ-based invitations under code A76 for out-of-province applications.
03:03Following that, we look at Ontario's post-secondary funding reform.
03:13With 80,000 local students losing program seats, Ontario plans to end the tuition freeze and reduce dependency on international student revenues by 2026.
03:26Next, we discuss the express entry pool and recent draw trends.
03:33CRS cut-offs for CEC draws continue to decline, latest at 518, with expectations of hitting 515 or lower in upcoming rounds.
03:46Then, we take a look at study and work permit, processing times.
03:53IRCC reports delays and rising rejections.
03:58Work permits from India take 6 weeks, study permits within Canada take 11 weeks, and visitor visas from India take 29 days.
04:08Finally, we wrap up with the conclusion.
04:15Canada's evolving immigration policies reflect a push for more controlled and sector-specific intake.
04:21While opportunities remain, applicants must adapt to new criteria and stay updated.
04:26For detailed guidance, visit our full blog, linked below.
04:31That's a wrap for now.
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