FORGOTTEN HISTORY: Express entry - The Untold Story

Canada’s 2027–29 immigration plan: Temporary resident intake remains tightly controlled, while 2 lakh in-Canada residents get a pathway to PR

Canada has signalled that it is in no hurry to loosen its immigration controls. Its newly announced Immigration Levels Plan for 2027–2029 keeps the intake of new temporary residents at 3.70 lakh annually, comprising 2.20 lakh workers and 1.50 lakh international students for each of the three years. The immigration…

The Times of India · Nov 6

Canada drops LMIA requirement for eligible Express Entry job offers

Canada is set to introduce changes to the Express Entry system on November 3, 2026. Eligible candidates can use qualifying job offers without a Labour Market Impact Assessment for immigration purposes. The new rules will facilitate the process for Indian professionals seeking permanent residence in Canada. Applicants must follow specific…

The Economic Times · Oct 20

Canada revives Express Entry job offer points; Indian workers in high-wage jobs could gain an edge

In a significant move, Canada is modifying its approach to ranking skilled immigrants applying for permanent residency, set to be implemented by November 2026. The revised system will favour candidates with Canadian work experience in high-paying sectors and valid job offers. This policy aims to draw in skilled workers capable…

The Economic Times · Oct 18

Pay Tuition, Follow the Rules, Then Pack Your Bags

Like many international students, I built a life in Canada. With the latest permanent residency cuts, I’m not sure where I’ll go next

The Walrus · Jan 2, 2025

Moving abroad? Here's how much it costs

Spoiler alert: It isn't always cheap to leave the U.S., and it may not be that easy

Salon · Nov 16, 2024

Cameroon or Canada? Poorly paid doctors and nurses are choosing to leave. That's common in Africa

Cameroon has one of the world's lowest number of health workers per capita

The Independent UK · Jun 11, 2024

Immigrants could be the solution to Canada's labour shortage, but they need to be supported

Immigration is largely accepted as one of the best strategic responses to Canada’s declining birth rates, aging population and labour market shortages. In many ways, immigrants are now positioned to be the saviours of Canada’s post-pandemic recovery.

The Conversation · Dec 12, 2022