The Saskatchewan Government announced it will continue offering tuition relief to Ukrainian students until March 2030.
Students who arrived through the Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET) measures can pay domestic tuition rates at provincial institutions instead of international fees.
Saskatchewan remains the only Canadian province to provide this level of support.
Advanced Education Minister Ken Cheveldayoff said the extension gives students the stability they need to complete their education and contribute to the province's future.
Over 35 students have used the program since 2023. The government plans a 2029 review to assess the ongoing need.
#ukrainian_students, #saskatchewan, #tuition_relief, #cuaet, #international_students
March 4, 2026
Immigration Minister Lena Metlege Diab has called on Canadians to stay vigilant against immigration fraud as the country marks Fraud Prevention Month in March.
The government is urging people to recognize warning signs, such as demands for quick payment or guaranteed visa approvals, to verify information through official channels, and to report suspicious activity.
Canada investigated over 95,000 fraud cases in 2025 and refused a similar number of applications due to misrepresentation. New penalties now allow fines up to $1.5 million for dishonest immigration representatives.
The government continues to strengthen enforcement through Bill C-12 and enhanced screening measures, especially ahead of the FIFA World Cup.
#immigration_fraud, #fraud_prevention_month, #canada_immigration, #ircc, #border_security, #visa_scams, #bill_c12, #immigration_canada, #fraud, #fifa_world_cup_2026
March 3, 2026
A significant shift in national demographics is on the horizon, according to recent projections from a prominent budget watchdog group. The organization has forecasted a stark scenario: the nation is heading toward a period of zero population growth.
This anticipated demographic stagnation is directly linked to the recent implementation of temporary cuts and restrictions placed upon the issuance of various visa categories. These visa changes, which aim to control immigration levels in the short term, are now having a measurable, immediate impact on the overall population influx.
The watchdog's analysis suggests that the reduction in the inflow of temporary visa holders, a segment that historically contributes substantially to population metrics, is the primary driver behind the revised forecast. This development underscores the powerful, if sometimes unexpected, economic and demographic leverage held by immigration policy decisions.
The implications of a zero-growth forecast extend across various sectors, potentially affecting labor markets, future economic productivity projections, and the long-term sustainability of public services that rely on consistent population expansion for funding models.
#PopulationGrowth #VisaRestrictions #BudgetWatchdog #Demographics #ImmigrationPolicy
March 2, 2026
A Quebec-based resort is facing serious legal consequences after a lengthy investigation by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA).
Authorities laid charges on February 26 at the Granby courthouse against company directors and an employee for hiring 21 foreign workers without proper authorization.
The violations allegedly took place between May 2022 and April 2024. The investigation began in December 2022 following a public tip, and a search in September 2024 yielded sufficient evidence to proceed with charges.
All parties are scheduled to appear in court on March 26, 2026. Officials emphasized their commitment to protecting Canada's immigration system and labour market integrity.
#cbsa, #immigration_violations, #unauthorized_workers, #canada_border_services, #foreign_workers, #immigration_law
March 2, 2026
