Category: Immigration

Employer Compliance & Penalties in Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker Programs: What’s New in 2025

Introduction In 2025, as Canada works to reduce temporary resident numbers and improve protections for foreign workers, the rules for employer compliance under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) and the International Mobility Program (IMP) are stricter than ever. New policies mean employers face steep penalties for non-compliance, and workers must know their rights. At […]
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Maintained Status Changes & IRCC Backlog Canada 2025 | AshLaw

Introduction For many temporary residents in Canada — students, workers, etc. — maintaining legal status while waiting on IRCC decisions is crucial. In 2025, two big issues are causing anxiety: (1) changes to the maintained status rules, and (2) substantial backlogs across immigration categories, especially permanent residence and temporary permits. At AshLaw, we believe understanding […]
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Canada Tightens Gates: Dropping Approval Rates & Rising Scrutiny in 2025 Immigration

Canada Tightens Gates: Dropping Approval Rates & Rising Scrutiny in 2025 Immigration

Introduction In 2025, applicants are finding it harder to get student and work visas in Canada. Recent data shows student visa approval rates at just 43%, and work permit approvals down to 69% — significantly tighter than previous years.  These changes reflect new government priorities: reducing temporary resident population (students + workers) to 5% of […]
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