{"id":1785,"date":"2023-10-28T07:19:45","date_gmt":"2023-10-28T07:19:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/irccalerts.ca\/?page_id=1785"},"modified":"2025-06-15T05:24:13","modified_gmt":"2025-06-15T05:24:13","slug":"home","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/irccalerts.ca\/","title":{"rendered":"IRCC Alerts &#8211; Immigration News Canada"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-full\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-right:0;margin-bottom:0;margin-left:0\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/irccalerts.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/CANADA-2400-x-200-px.svg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3050\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div  class=\"ultp-post-grid-block wp-block-ultimate-post-post-list-3 ultp-block-5b8f5a\"><div class=\"ultp-block-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-loading\"><div class=\"ultp-loading-blocks\" style=\"width:100%;height:100%;\"><div style=\"left: 0;top: 0;animation-delay:0s;\"><\/div><div style=\"left: 21px;top: 0;animation-delay:0.125s;\"><\/div><div style=\"left: 42px;top: 0;animation-delay:0.25s;\"><\/div><div style=\"left: 0;top: 21px;animation-delay:0.875s;\"><\/div><div style=\"left: 42px;top: 21px;animation-delay:0.375s;\"><\/div><div style=\"left: 0;top: 42px;animation-delay:0.75s;\"><\/div><div style=\"left: 42px;top: 42px;animation-delay:0.625s;\"><\/div><div style=\"left: 21px;top: 42px;animation-delay:0.5s;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-items-wrap ultp-block-row ultp-block-column-1 ultp-block-content-middle ultp-layout1\"><div class=\"ultp-block-item ultp-block-media post-id-3074\"><div class=\"ultp-block-content-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-block-image ultp-block-image-opacity\"><a href=\"https:\/\/irccalerts.ca\/index.php\/2025\/07\/09\/international-students-decline\/\"><img decoding=\"async\"  alt=\"International Students\"  src=\"https:\/\/irccalerts.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/college_revenue_decline_canada-1.png\" \/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-content\"><h3 class=\"ultp-block-title \"><a href=\"https:\/\/irccalerts.ca\/index.php\/2025\/07\/09\/international-students-decline\/\">International Students Decline Puts BC Post-Secondary Sector in Crisis<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"ultp-block-meta ultp-block-meta-dot ultp-block-meta-icon\"><span class=\"ultp-block-author ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"7\" r=\"4\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\"\/>\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M4 21v-3a4 4 0 0 1 4-4h8a4 4 0 0 1 4 4v3\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n<a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/irccalerts.ca\/index.php\/author\/amritpal\/\">Amritpal Singh<\/a><\/span><span class=\"ultp-block-date ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M3 5.5a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h14a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v14a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H5a2 2 0 0 1-2-2v-14ZM8 2v3m8-3v3M3 9h18\"\/>\n<\/svg>\nJul 9, 2025<\/span><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-excerpt\"><p>The decline in international students is causing financial strain across BC colleges and universities. Learn how immigration changes are impacting education and local communities. 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xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M4 5v14a3 3 0 0 0 3 3h13V8H7a3 3 0 0 1-3-3Zm0 0a3 3 0 0 1 3-3h13M7 5h10\"\/>\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M9.5 18.5v-3.092a3 3 0 0 1 .504-1.664l1.219-1.828a.934.934 0 0 1 1.554 0l1.22 1.828a3 3 0 0 1 .503 1.664V18.5m-5-2.5h5\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n4 min read<\/span><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-excerpt\"><p>\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f Canada Child Benefit Payment Dates 2025 June\u202f20,\u202f2025 \u2013 upcoming July\u202f18,\u202fAugust\u202f20, September\u202f19, October\u202f20, November\u202f20, December\u202f12 Payments typically land around the 20th each month, adjusting slightly for weekends or holidays. \ud83d\udcb8 How Much Is the Canada Child Benefit in 2025? From&hellip;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-item ultp-block-media post-id-3008\"><div class=\"ultp-block-content-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-block-image ultp-block-image-opacity\"><a href=\"https:\/\/irccalerts.ca\/index.php\/2025\/06\/12\/open-work-permit-for-family-of-foreign-workers-in-canada\/\"><img decoding=\"async\"  alt=\"Open Work Permit for Family of Foreign Workers in Canada\"  src=\"https:\/\/irccalerts.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Open-Work-Permit-for-Family-of-Foreign-Workers-in-Canada-300x157.jpg\" \/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-content\"><h3 class=\"ultp-block-title \"><a href=\"https:\/\/irccalerts.ca\/index.php\/2025\/06\/12\/open-work-permit-for-family-of-foreign-workers-in-canada\/\">Open Work Permit for Family of Foreign Workers in Canada \u2013 Eligibility Updates (2025)<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"ultp-block-meta ultp-block-meta-dot ultp-block-meta-icon\"><span class=\"ultp-block-author ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"7\" r=\"4\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\"\/>\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M4 21v-3a4 4 0 0 1 4-4h8a4 4 0 0 1 4 4v3\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n<a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/irccalerts.ca\/index.php\/author\/irccalert\/\">IRCCalerts<\/a><\/span><span class=\"ultp-block-date ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M3 5.5a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h14a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v14a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H5a2 2 0 0 1-2-2v-14ZM8 2v3m8-3v3M3 9h18\"\/>\n<\/svg>\nJun 12, 2025<\/span><span class=\"ultp-post-read ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M4 5v14a3 3 0 0 0 3 3h13V8H7a3 3 0 0 1-3-3Zm0 0a3 3 0 0 1 3-3h13M7 5h10\"\/>\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M9.5 18.5v-3.092a3 3 0 0 1 .504-1.664l1.219-1.828a.934.934 0 0 1 1.554 0l1.22 1.828a3 3 0 0 1 .503 1.664V18.5m-5-2.5h5\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n10 min read<\/span><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-excerpt\"><p>Who Can Apply Open work permit for family of foreign workers in Canada: As of January 21, 2025, the eligibility requirements have changed. This guide explains the revised rules and helps determine if your spouse, partner, or dependent children qualify.&hellip;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-item ultp-block-media post-id-2998\"><div class=\"ultp-block-content-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-block-image ultp-block-image-opacity\"><a href=\"https:\/\/irccalerts.ca\/index.php\/2025\/06\/12\/west-kootenay-rcip\/\"><img decoding=\"async\"  alt=\"West Kootenay RCIP\"  src=\"https:\/\/irccalerts.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/West-Kootenay-RCIP-300x157.jpg\" \/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-content\"><h3 class=\"ultp-block-title \"><a href=\"https:\/\/irccalerts.ca\/index.php\/2025\/06\/12\/west-kootenay-rcip\/\">Want to Get Your PR Through West Kootenay RCIP?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"ultp-block-meta ultp-block-meta-dot ultp-block-meta-icon\"><span class=\"ultp-block-author ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"7\" r=\"4\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\"\/>\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M4 21v-3a4 4 0 0 1 4-4h8a4 4 0 0 1 4 4v3\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n<a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/irccalerts.ca\/index.php\/author\/irccalert\/\">IRCCalerts<\/a><\/span><span class=\"ultp-block-date ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M3 5.5a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h14a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v14a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H5a2 2 0 0 1-2-2v-14ZM8 2v3m8-3v3M3 9h18\"\/>\n<\/svg>\nJun 12, 2025<\/span><span class=\"ultp-post-read ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M4 5v14a3 3 0 0 0 3 3h13V8H7a3 3 0 0 1-3-3Zm0 0a3 3 0 0 1 3-3h13M7 5h10\"\/>\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M9.5 18.5v-3.092a3 3 0 0 1 .504-1.664l1.219-1.828a.934.934 0 0 1 1.554 0l1.22 1.828a3 3 0 0 1 .503 1.664V18.5m-5-2.5h5\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n6 min read<\/span><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-excerpt\"><p>The West Kootenay Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) is a unique pathway to permanent residency for skilled workers who want to live and work long-term in the beautiful West Kootenay region of British Columbia. This employer-driven program connects international talent&hellip;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-item ultp-block-media post-id-2983\"><div class=\"ultp-block-content-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-block-image ultp-block-image-opacity\"><a href=\"https:\/\/irccalerts.ca\/index.php\/2025\/06\/12\/sudbury-rcip-and-fcip\/\"><img decoding=\"async\"  alt=\"Sudbury RCIP and FCIP\"  src=\"https:\/\/irccalerts.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Sudbury-RCIP-and-FCIP-300x157.jpg\" \/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-content\"><h3 class=\"ultp-block-title \"><a href=\"https:\/\/irccalerts.ca\/index.php\/2025\/06\/12\/sudbury-rcip-and-fcip\/\">\ud83d\udeec Sudbury RCIP and FCIP: Apply for Canadian PR Without LMIA<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"ultp-block-meta ultp-block-meta-dot ultp-block-meta-icon\"><span class=\"ultp-block-author ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"7\" r=\"4\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\"\/>\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M4 21v-3a4 4 0 0 1 4-4h8a4 4 0 0 1 4 4v3\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n<a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/irccalerts.ca\/index.php\/author\/irccalert\/\">IRCCalerts<\/a><\/span><span class=\"ultp-block-date ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M3 5.5a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h14a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v14a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H5a2 2 0 0 1-2-2v-14ZM8 2v3m8-3v3M3 9h18\"\/>\n<\/svg>\nJun 12, 2025<\/span><span class=\"ultp-post-read ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M4 5v14a3 3 0 0 0 3 3h13V8H7a3 3 0 0 1-3-3Zm0 0a3 3 0 0 1 3-3h13M7 5h10\"\/>\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M9.5 18.5v-3.092a3 3 0 0 1 .504-1.664l1.219-1.828a.934.934 0 0 1 1.554 0l1.22 1.828a3 3 0 0 1 .503 1.664V18.5m-5-2.5h5\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n7 min read<\/span><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-excerpt\"><p>If you\u2019re an international worker or Francophone looking to become a permanent resident in Canada, the Sudbury Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) and Francophone Community Immigration Pilot (FCIP) offer fast, direct pathways to permanent residency\u2014no LMIA required.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-item ultp-block-media post-id-2916\"><div class=\"ultp-block-content-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-block-image ultp-block-image-opacity\"><a href=\"https:\/\/irccalerts.ca\/index.php\/2025\/06\/10\/clb-equivalency-chart-2\/\"><img decoding=\"async\"  alt=\"clb equivalency chart\"  src=\"https:\/\/irccalerts.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/1-300x157.jpeg\" \/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-content\"><h3 class=\"ultp-block-title \"><a href=\"https:\/\/irccalerts.ca\/index.php\/2025\/06\/10\/clb-equivalency-chart-2\/\">Language Test Equivalency CLB Charts | IELTS, TEF, TCF, CELPIP, PTE CORE<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"ultp-block-meta ultp-block-meta-dot ultp-block-meta-icon\"><span class=\"ultp-block-author ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"7\" r=\"4\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\"\/>\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M4 21v-3a4 4 0 0 1 4-4h8a4 4 0 0 1 4 4v3\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n<a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/irccalerts.ca\/index.php\/author\/irccalert\/\">IRCCalerts<\/a><\/span><span class=\"ultp-block-date ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M3 5.5a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h14a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v14a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H5a2 2 0 0 1-2-2v-14ZM8 2v3m8-3v3M3 9h18\"\/>\n<\/svg>\nJun 10, 2025<\/span><span class=\"ultp-post-read ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M4 5v14a3 3 0 0 0 3 3h13V8H7a3 3 0 0 1-3-3Zm0 0a3 3 0 0 1 3-3h13M7 5h10\"\/>\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M9.5 18.5v-3.092a3 3 0 0 1 .504-1.664l1.219-1.828a.934.934 0 0 1 1.554 0l1.22 1.828a3 3 0 0 1 .503 1.664V18.5m-5-2.5h5\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n3 min read<\/span><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-excerpt\"><p>If you&#8217;re applying for Canadian immigration, you must prove your proficiency in English or French using an approved language test. To make test scores comparable across different exams, the Government of Canada uses the Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) system. This&hellip;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-item ultp-block-media post-id-2872\"><div class=\"ultp-block-content-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-block-image ultp-block-image-opacity\"><a href=\"https:\/\/irccalerts.ca\/index.php\/2024\/12\/27\/oinp\/\"><img decoding=\"async\"  alt=\"Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP)\"  src=\"https:\/\/irccalerts.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/December-26-2024-300x157.webp\" \/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-content\"><h3 class=\"ultp-block-title \"><a href=\"https:\/\/irccalerts.ca\/index.php\/2024\/12\/27\/oinp\/\">Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) Update for 2024<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"ultp-block-meta ultp-block-meta-dot ultp-block-meta-icon\"><span class=\"ultp-block-author ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"7\" r=\"4\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\"\/>\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M4 21v-3a4 4 0 0 1 4-4h8a4 4 0 0 1 4 4v3\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n<a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/irccalerts.ca\/index.php\/author\/irccalert\/\">IRCCalerts<\/a><\/span><span class=\"ultp-block-date ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M3 5.5a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h14a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v14a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H5a2 2 0 0 1-2-2v-14ZM8 2v3m8-3v3M3 9h18\"\/>\n<\/svg>\nDec 27, 2024<\/span><span class=\"ultp-post-read ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M4 5v14a3 3 0 0 0 3 3h13V8H7a3 3 0 0 1-3-3Zm0 0a3 3 0 0 1 3-3h13M7 5h10\"\/>\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M9.5 18.5v-3.092a3 3 0 0 1 .504-1.664l1.219-1.828a.934.934 0 0 1 1.554 0l1.22 1.828a3 3 0 0 1 .503 1.664V18.5m-5-2.5h5\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n4 min read<\/span><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-excerpt\"><p>The Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP) has reached its full nomination quota for 2024, marking another milestone in Canada&#8217;s immigration efforts. As of December 23, 2024, all 21,500 nominations allocated by the federal government have been distributed across various streams.&hellip;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-item ultp-block-media post-id-2816\"><div class=\"ultp-block-content-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-block-image ultp-block-image-opacity\"><a href=\"https:\/\/irccalerts.ca\/index.php\/2024\/12\/26\/ircc-processing-times\/\"><img decoding=\"async\"  alt=\"IRCC Processing Times\"  src=\"https:\/\/irccalerts.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/IRCC-Processing-Times-300x157.webp\" \/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-content\"><h3 class=\"ultp-block-title \"><a href=\"https:\/\/irccalerts.ca\/index.php\/2024\/12\/26\/ircc-processing-times\/\">Latest IRCC Processing Times as of December 2024<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"ultp-block-meta ultp-block-meta-dot ultp-block-meta-icon\"><span class=\"ultp-block-author ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"7\" r=\"4\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\"\/>\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M4 21v-3a4 4 0 0 1 4-4h8a4 4 0 0 1 4 4v3\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n<a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/irccalerts.ca\/index.php\/author\/irccalert\/\">IRCCalerts<\/a><\/span><span class=\"ultp-block-date ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M3 5.5a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h14a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v14a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H5a2 2 0 0 1-2-2v-14ZM8 2v3m8-3v3M3 9h18\"\/>\n<\/svg>\nDec 26, 2024<\/span><span class=\"ultp-post-read ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M4 5v14a3 3 0 0 0 3 3h13V8H7a3 3 0 0 1-3-3Zm0 0a3 3 0 0 1 3-3h13M7 5h10\"\/>\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M9.5 18.5v-3.092a3 3 0 0 1 .504-1.664l1.219-1.828a.934.934 0 0 1 1.554 0l1.22 1.828a3 3 0 0 1 .503 1.664V18.5m-5-2.5h5\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n4 min read<\/span><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-excerpt\"><p>Canada continues to be a leading destination for immigrants worldwide. Knowing the latest IRCC processing times is essential for planning citizenship applications, PR card renewals, or temporary residency submissions. Below, we\u2019ll explore the December 2024 updates to help you make&hellip;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-item ultp-block-media post-id-2867\"><div class=\"ultp-block-content-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-block-image ultp-block-image-opacity\"><a href=\"https:\/\/irccalerts.ca\/index.php\/2024\/12\/25\/ban-on-flagpoling-canada\/\"><img decoding=\"async\"  alt=\"Canada and USA flag, and flagpoling\"  src=\"https:\/\/irccalerts.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/December-24-2024-copy-300x157.webp\" \/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-content\"><h3 class=\"ultp-block-title \"><a href=\"https:\/\/irccalerts.ca\/index.php\/2024\/12\/25\/ban-on-flagpoling-canada\/\">Ban on Flagpoling Now in Effect: Changes for Canada Immigration Services<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"ultp-block-meta ultp-block-meta-dot ultp-block-meta-icon\"><span class=\"ultp-block-author ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"7\" r=\"4\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\"\/>\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M4 21v-3a4 4 0 0 1 4-4h8a4 4 0 0 1 4 4v3\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n<a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/irccalerts.ca\/index.php\/author\/irccalert\/\">IRCCalerts<\/a><\/span><span class=\"ultp-block-date ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M3 5.5a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h14a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v14a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H5a2 2 0 0 1-2-2v-14ZM8 2v3m8-3v3M3 9h18\"\/>\n<\/svg>\nDec 25, 2024<\/span><span class=\"ultp-post-read ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M4 5v14a3 3 0 0 0 3 3h13V8H7a3 3 0 0 1-3-3Zm0 0a3 3 0 0 1 3-3h13M7 5h10\"\/>\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M9.5 18.5v-3.092a3 3 0 0 1 .504-1.664l1.219-1.828a.934.934 0 0 1 1.554 0l1.22 1.828a3 3 0 0 1 .503 1.664V18.5m-5-2.5h5\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n3 min read<\/span><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-excerpt\"><p>Effective December 23, 11:59 pm, the ban on flagpoling has officially come into effect, significantly altering how temporary residents in Canada access immigration services. Under this new regulation, individuals holding a work or study permit can no longer seek same-day&hellip;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-item ultp-block-media post-id-2864\"><div class=\"ultp-block-content-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-block-image ultp-block-image-opacity\"><a href=\"https:\/\/irccalerts.ca\/index.php\/2024\/12\/25\/lmia-points-removal-in-express-entry\/\"><img decoding=\"async\"  alt=\"LMIA Points Removal in Express Entry\"  src=\"https:\/\/irccalerts.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/December-24-2024-1-300x157.webp\" \/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-content\"><h3 class=\"ultp-block-title \"><a href=\"https:\/\/irccalerts.ca\/index.php\/2024\/12\/25\/lmia-points-removal-in-express-entry\/\">LMIA Points Removal in Express Entry: Changes Effective Spring 2025<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"ultp-block-meta ultp-block-meta-dot ultp-block-meta-icon\"><span class=\"ultp-block-author ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"7\" r=\"4\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\"\/>\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M4 21v-3a4 4 0 0 1 4-4h8a4 4 0 0 1 4 4v3\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n<a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/irccalerts.ca\/index.php\/author\/irccalert\/\">IRCCalerts<\/a><\/span><span class=\"ultp-block-date ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M3 5.5a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h14a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v14a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H5a2 2 0 0 1-2-2v-14ZM8 2v3m8-3v3M3 9h18\"\/>\n<\/svg>\nDec 25, 2024<\/span><span class=\"ultp-post-read ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M4 5v14a3 3 0 0 0 3 3h13V8H7a3 3 0 0 1-3-3Zm0 0a3 3 0 0 1 3-3h13M7 5h10\"\/>\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M9.5 18.5v-3.092a3 3 0 0 1 .504-1.664l1.219-1.828a.934.934 0 0 1 1.554 0l1.22 1.828a3 3 0 0 1 .503 1.664V18.5m-5-2.5h5\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n4 min read<\/span><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-excerpt\"><p>Canada\u2019s immigration system is undergoing a pivotal transformation. Starting Spring 2025, LMIA Points Removal in Express Entry will eliminate additional Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points for job offers supported by a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA). This update aims to&hellip;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-item ultp-block-media post-id-2860\"><div class=\"ultp-block-content-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-block-image ultp-block-image-opacity\"><a href=\"https:\/\/irccalerts.ca\/index.php\/2024\/12\/22\/cra-benefit-payments-2025\/\"><img decoding=\"async\"  alt=\"CRA Benefit Payments 2025\"  src=\"https:\/\/irccalerts.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/CRA-Benefit-Payments-2025-300x157.webp\" \/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-content\"><h3 class=\"ultp-block-title \"><a href=\"https:\/\/irccalerts.ca\/index.php\/2024\/12\/22\/cra-benefit-payments-2025\/\">5 New CRA Benefit Payments Coming In January 2025<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"ultp-block-meta ultp-block-meta-dot ultp-block-meta-icon\"><span class=\"ultp-block-author ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <circle cx=\"12\" cy=\"7\" r=\"4\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\"\/>\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M4 21v-3a4 4 0 0 1 4-4h8a4 4 0 0 1 4 4v3\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n<a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/irccalerts.ca\/index.php\/author\/irccalert\/\">IRCCalerts<\/a><\/span><span class=\"ultp-block-date ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M3 5.5a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h14a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v14a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H5a2 2 0 0 1-2-2v-14ZM8 2v3m8-3v3M3 9h18\"\/>\n<\/svg>\nDec 22, 2024<\/span><span class=\"ultp-post-read ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M4 5v14a3 3 0 0 0 3 3h13V8H7a3 3 0 0 1-3-3Zm0 0a3 3 0 0 1 3-3h13M7 5h10\"\/>\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M9.5 18.5v-3.092a3 3 0 0 1 .504-1.664l1.219-1.828a.934.934 0 0 1 1.554 0l1.22 1.828a3 3 0 0 1 .503 1.664V18.5m-5-2.5h5\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n6 min read<\/span><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-excerpt\"><p>Canadians are gearing up for a new round of CRA Benefit Payments 2025 in January 2025. These payments are designed to provide financial relief to eligible residents, including newcomers and temporary workers, as they face rising living costs. 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