Canada's tourism industry served as a major engine of national economic growth throughout 2025, according to a recent report from Statistics Canada.
Fueled by strong domestic travel demand and a steady influx of international visitors, total tourism expenditures expanded, delivering a direct financial boost to local communities across the country.
Sector activity outpaced broader national economic growth, driving increased revenues for hospitality, entertainment, and transit providers while sustaining hundreds of thousands of jobs. Beyond local impact, visitor spending emerged as a key service export for Canada, solidifying tourism's role as a vital cornerstone of ongoing financial resilience.
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July 28, 2026
Canada is preparing for a significant overhaul of its Express Entry system, with major changes expected to reshape how the country selects skilled immigrants. These adjustments aim to better align the selection of candidates with current economic shifts and regional labor shortages.
The proposed changes involve recalibrating how applicants are scored and chosen, potentially giving more weight to specific professional skills and experience. The reform is part of an effort to ensure that the immigration system remains a powerful driver of national economic growth.
Prospective applicants should stay tuned for detailed announcements regarding these upcoming shifts. The overhaul marks a new chapter in Canada’s immigration policy, promising a more targeted and effective approach to attracting global talent.
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July 23, 2026
A wave of unrest has hit Montreal as students mobilize to protest the abrupt closure of their college. The institution recently faced a provincial permit suspension, leaving many students in a state of uncertainty regarding their academic futures and their ability to remain in the region.
For many international students, the stakes extend far beyond the classroom. One student, identified as Ghenima, highlighted that her immigration status in Quebec is intrinsically linked to her enrollment at the school. With her study permit scheduled to expire at the end of August, the sudden loss of institutional accreditation poses a direct threat to her residency status.
The administration’s decision to suspend the permit has ignited a broader conversation about the precarious nature of international education and the impact of sudden policy changes. Affected students are now demanding clear answers and urgent solutions from provincial authorities to ensure their educational paths and legal statuses remain secure.
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July 22, 2026
The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has released the official requirements for its new Ontario Workforce Priority stream, which replaced the previous OINP pathways. The stream includes three pathways: TEER 0–3 occupations, TEER 4–5 occupations, and self-employed physicians.
The published guidance confirms eligibility criteria, work experience, language, education, employer requirements, and application procedures. Officials encourage candidates and employers to review the new requirements before the expression of interest system launches later this summer.
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July 21, 2026
