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The Government of Canada has announced the continuation of special immigration measures for Haitian nationals and foreign family members of Canadian citizens and permanent residents beyond November 20, 2025.
The extension allows eligible individuals to apply for study permits, open work permits, temporary resident permits, or status extensions without application fees.
Initially launched in May 2024 in response to Haiti's deteriorating security conditions, these measures reflect Canada's ongoing dedication to providing refuge and support for those displaced by violence.
The government emphasized its commitment to keeping families together while offering practical assistance to vulnerable populations who have already found safety within Canadian borders during this prolonged crisis.
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The Northwest Territories Nominee Program has officially closed the 2025 intake after receiving sufficient applications to meet its federal nomination allocation of 300 candidates. Applicants will receive email notifications regarding the status of their submissions.
The program is scheduled to reopen in 2026, with further details to be announced.
In the interim, employers facing workforce challenges can explore alternative pathways such as the Temporary Foreign Worker Program and the Francophone Mobility Program.
The Business Stream remains open for applications despite the Employer-Driven and Francophone streams reaching capacity. This program continues to play a vital role in addressing labour shortages across healthcare, childcare, hospitality, and other critical sectors throughout the territory.
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In preparation for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, Canada has announced a significant policy change regarding international workers involved in the event. The country will permit foreign workers invited by FIFA to enter without requiring a work permit, effectively streamlining the entry process for personnel essential to the tournament's operation.
This measure aims to ease logistical challenges associated with hosting one of the world's largest sporting events. By waiving the standard work permit requirements for a specific group of individuals, Canada is ensuring that the necessary staff, technicians, and support personnel can be deployed efficiently across the host cities. This policy is standard practice for nations organizing major international competitions, allowing for flexibility and rapid deployment of expertise where needed.
The 2026 World Cup is set to be hosted jointly by Canada, Mexico, and the United States. Canada’s commitment to facilitating the entry of FIFA-invited personnel underscores the country's efforts to ensure smooth operations and a successful tournament. This move reflects the substantial undertaking required to manage an event of this magnitude, which draws participants and support staff from around the globe.
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) updated the data on immigration inventories and backlogs. According to the last update, there were 2,200,100 applications for permanent residence, temporary residence, and citizenship approvals in all IRCC inventories.
According to the new data, 54.7% of applications in the inventory are within service standards. IRCC aims to process 80% of applications within its service standard; however, some complex cases may require a more comprehensive assessment.
Currently, 45% of temporary residence requests, including those for visiting, studying, or working, and 53% of permanent residency applications are in backlog.
Additionally, 21% of citizenship applications also fail to meet service standards.
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