IRCC unveiled the 2025 Express Entry plan with a new Education Category added to the list of targeted draws. This complements existing categories for health, trades, transport, and French language

In mid‑2025, IRCC revised PGWP-eligible study programs, expanding opportunities in critical sectors but removing low-demand areas. Earlier in January 2025, spousal open work permit eligibility was restricted to spouses of

Effective January 21, 2025, IRCC narrowed eligibility for family open work permits. Only spouses of graduate students in select long-duration programs and spouses of skilled foreign workers in priority occupations