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Immigration Backlog Grows to over 1.84 million applications
As of March 17th 2022, there are over 1.84 million people awaiting an immigration decision from IRCC. The Caring for Children program alone has increased by 1,500 in a two week period.
Canadas immigration backlog reduces by 29,000 since October
New figures show that the backlog for Canadian immigration may finally be easing. IRCC say they're working hard to process applications faster, however the data is mixed.
IRCC expands their use of Advanced Data Analytics for TRV applications
IRCC have announced they will be expanding their use of advanced data analytics, in order to increase the processing efficiency for temporary resident visa applications.
Canada announces new immigration streams in response to the war in Ukraine
New immigration streams are being created to offer Ukrainians who are fleeing war the chance to live, work and study in Canada, on a temporary and permanent basis.
The Home Childcare Provider Pilot closes for 2022
IRCC have announced that the HCCP program is now closed for 2022. The annual quota of 2750 has been reached or exceeded in less than three weeks.
Canada aims to welcome 400,000 newcomers in 2021-2023
Canada has outlined it's Immigration Plan for 2021-2023. The plan is the most ambitious so far, and aims to welcome over 400,000 newcomers to the country every year.
The College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants officially launches
The Honorable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, has officially marked the opening of The College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants.
IRCC proposal aims to to provide immigration clients with meaningful updates
A memorandum send to the Deputy Minister proposes ways in which clients can be given a more accurate estimation of processing times, with relevant updates based on current data.
IRCC announces ambitious goal to process 80% of applications within 12 months
IRCC has set a goal to process 80% of caregiver applications within 12 months. Data shows that some clients have been waiting for two years, so are they meeting their target?