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Canada has introduced a new Temporary Resident to Permanent Resident (TR-to-PR) pathway that will allow up to 33,000 temporary foreign workers already in Canada to transition to permanent residence. The program is part of the federal government’s 2026–2028 Immigration Levels Plan and reflects Canada’s increasing focus on converting temporary workers into permanent residents. The new Canada TR-to-PR program is designed for individuals who are already working in Canada on valid work permits and […]

Humanitarian and Compassionate (H&C) applications offer individuals in Canada a pathway to apply for permanent residence when they do not meet standard immigration requirements. Under section 25(1) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA), officers can grant exemptions based on factors like establishment in Canada, best interests of children, and hardship upon return. 1. What is an H&C Application? An H&C application is a discretionary process allowing IRCC officers […]

Canada offers protection to individuals who fear persecution, torture, or risk to life if returned to their country of origin. Once a person is recognized as a Protected Person or Convention Refugee, they may apply for permanent residence (PR) in Canada. However, recent years have seen considerable delays in processing both inland and overseas family applications. 1. Understanding Protected Person Status A ‘Protected Person’ is someone who has been determined […]

When a Canadian citizen or permanent resident wishes to sponsor their spouse or common-law partner for permanent residence, there are two main pathways: Inland and Outland sponsorship. Understanding the difference between these options is crucial — it can affect processing time, travel ability, and work permit eligibility. 1. Inland Spousal Sponsorship (Spouse or Common-Law Partner in Canada Class) This option applies to couples who are living together in Canada, where […]

Introduction In 2025, both applicants and immigration professionals have noticed a significant increase in wait times across multiple Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) programs. Although IRCC publishes official processing estimates on its website, real-world timelines are often far longer. This article explores the causes behind these delays, how processing times are calculated, and what applicants can do to navigate the situation. 1. What IRCC Officially Says IRCC explains on […]

Lebanon crisis measures—now closed As of August 1, 2025, IRCC stopped accepting new applications under the temporary measures for people affected by the crisis in Lebanon. Applications submitted on or before July 31, 2025 will still be processed.  Palestinian measures—extended On August 1, 2025, IRCC extended special measures that allow eligible Palestinians in Canada and certain family members to apply for fee-exempt study/work permits, TRPs, or status extensions; IRCC also […]

Where things stand IRCC has reached the 2025 cap for the Federal EMPP Job Offer and No Job Offer streams and is not accepting new federal EMPP applications. Page last modified July 21, 2025.  Earlier this year (June 12, 2025), IRCC extended the federal EMPP to December 31, 2025 with an annual intake cap (e.g., 950 under the job-offer stream). That extension remains on paper, but the 2025 cap is […]

Canada’s 2025 student cap, PGWP field-of-study rules, and new spousal open work permit limits—what students and families must know. At a glance Study permits capped at 437,000 for 2025 with provincial/territorial allocations and expanded PAL/TAL rules (now includes most master’s/PhD applicants).  PGWP: new field-of-study requirement for non-degree programs; list revised July 4, 2025 (119 fields added, 178 removed). Applications before June 25, 2025 are grandparented.  Spousal open work permits (SOWP): […]

🌟 New Canadian Citizenship Law: What Bill C-3 Means for You Bill C-3, officially titled An Act to Amend the Citizenship Act (granting citizenship to certain persons), is a significant new law passed in June 2025. This legislation expands Canadian citizenship eligibility for children born abroad, even if their Canadian parent was also born outside Canada. This amendment corrects long-standing restrictions and offers new pathways to obtain Canadian citizenship for […]

🌍 Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot (EMPP): Permanent Residence for Refugees with Skills At Jad Immigration Services, we are proud to support skilled refugees who want to rebuild their lives in Canada through meaningful work. One of the most transformative pathways available today is the Economic Mobility Pathways Pilot (EMPP) — a unique immigration program that blends humanitarian support with economic immigration. In this blog, we break down what the EMPP […]