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Canada has issued a second advisory warning football fans about immigration scams for the FIFA World Cup 2026. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (ircc) cautioned travelers against agents promising guaranteed visas or eTAs, emphasizing that applicants are solely responsible for their application's accuracy to avoid a five-year ban.

Canada is tightening its international student program with new rules. These include higher financial requirements and possible country-based caps. Indian students, the largest group, may be significantly affected. The changes aim to address system strain and improve oversight. Stricter monitoring and institutional accountability are also proposed. These reforms signal a move towards a more selective system for international education.

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Canada's Express Entry immigration system is set for a major overhaul, with a confidential presentation revealing plans to prioritize high-earning candidates. The proposed changes will fundamentally alter eligibility rules and the Comprehensive Ranking System, potentially consolidating existing streams into a single 'high-skilled' category.

Canada's immigration authority has issued a stern warning to travellers. No individual or organization can guarantee a Canadian visa or electronic travel authorization. Immigration officers make all visa decisions. Applicants are responsible for accurate application information. Scammers promising guaranteed entry, especially for the FIFA World Cup 2026, are fraudulent. Submitting false information can lead to a five-year ban.

A Canadian audit has laid bare an uncomfortable truth: even after red flags over fraud and weak oversight, an India-heavy fast-track visa route kept receiving unusually high approvals. Now that Canada is tightening the system, the burden may not fall on those who exploited the loopholes, but on genuine Indian students walking into a colder, more suspicious regime.

Canada's ircc revealed nearly 47,000 foreign students are potentially in the country illegally, violating visa terms by not attending classes. Aiesha Zafar, the head of migration integrity at the agency, said that 47,175 people who entered Canada as students are potentially “non-compliant,” meaning that they are not attending classes as required by the terms of their visa.

Over 10,000 foreign student acceptance letters have been flagged as potentially fraudulent, according to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (ircc). Enhanced checks revealed that 2% of the 500,000 acceptance letters reviewed over the past 10 months were fake, with 1% of applicants having their places cancelled. The ircc has introduced measures to verify authenticity, aiming to protect both international students and the integrity of Canada's immigration system. Political leaders are calling for further scrutiny and accountability.

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (ircc) has released new details on the upcoming Home Care Worker Immigration Pilots (HCWP), highlighting lower language, work experience, and education requirements. Initially, applications will only be accepted from candidates already in Canada, while those outside the country will be able to apply at a later stage.

Canada will stop accepting new applications for permanent residence under the Parents and Grandparents sponsorship programme starting in 2025. ircc plans to process a maximum of 15,000 applications in 2025 and offers the super visa option for extended visits. This change is due to a 20% reduction in permanent resident targets.

Canada's immigration department invited 4,500 skilled workers in a recent draw. The focus was on French-speaking candidates. This move aims to meet labor needs and boost bilingualism. The minimum score dropped, offering more opportunities. Candidates with strong French skills and relevant experience were favored. This strategy supports economic growth and cultural diversity in Canada.

Canada's immigration agency, ircc, highlighted the significant contribution of immigrants to the country's economy, with 33% of business owners being immigrants. The article also mentions the challenges faced by immigrants in finding jobs and acquiring permanent residency in Canada.

Canada has increased the minimum financial requirement for international students applying for study permits, effective from September 1, 2025. The new threshold for a single applicant is CA $22,895, with higher amounts for families. Quebec-bound students must meet separate fund criteria. Applicants can use various forms of proof, including bank statements, GICs, or scholarships. These changes, announced by ircc, aim to ensure students are financially prepared during their studies in Canada.

The ircc has discontinued its 'temporary' policy that let visitors apply for work permits while in Canada as of August 28. Introduced in August 2020 due to COVID-19, this policy was supposed to end in 2025. The change aims to reduce immigrant numbers ahead of upcoming costs and an election.

The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (ircc) is reducing its employees in India from 27 to five due to India's decision to remove immunities for Canadian diplomats. The Consulates General of Canada in Bengaluru, Chandigarh, and Mumbai are also temporarily suspending in-person operations. ircc’s statement points out that the majority of applications from India are already processed outside the country, with 89% of India’s applications processed through the global network.

Canada's Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) program will maintain its current list of eligible programs throughout 2026, offering international students and institutions significant planning certainty. This stability allows graduates to pursue work experience and potential permanent residency pathways without fear of sudden policy shifts, reinforcing Canada's appeal as a study destination.

Foreign nationals applying for Canadian permanent residency will soon be able to use the TOEFL Essentials test to demonstrate English proficiency. Recognized by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (ircc), the test complements existing options like CELPIP, IELTS, and PTE Core. Designed to assess real-life communication skills, TOEFL Essentials offers faster results and greater flexibility for economic immigration applicants.

Indian students in Canada face a wave of requests from ircc to resubmit immigration and academic documents, causing anxiety and confusion. The move follows stricter immigration policies and a surge in international student enrollment, particularly from India. Students worry about delays, job prospects, and the overall welcoming environment as some suspect a shift in Canada's stance on international students.

Indian applicants are seeing mixed trends in Canada’s latest visa processing updates. Study permits from India now take around four weeks, but in-Canada extensions still stretch to 12 weeks. Work permits remain steady at ten weeks, while extensions inside Canada face delays of nearly eight months. ircc’s real-time tracking boosts transparency but offers little relief from uneven processing timelines.

Thousands of foreign students arrive in Canada each year with dreams of a better future. But a growing number discover they’ve been misled by fake colleges or fraudulent agents. Here’s what’s happening and how to protect yourself.

In September 2024, ircc capped study permit applications to ease pressure on housing and services, reducing international student arrivals by 40%. For 2025, the cap is set at 437,000, a 10% decrease from 2024. Applicants will need a Provincial or Territorial Attestation Letter (PAL/TAL), including master’s and doctoral students, to confirm compliance with caps.